Finding hope in difficult times is challenging. Experiencing stressful, life-altering events often leads to despair threatening to swallow your desire and ability to trust God. But our faith muscle grows strongest when tested by the trials of life. God does not promise a stress-free life but He does promise to guide and walk beside us…

Uncertainty in life is challenging, especially when we feel alone. In a recent dream, I was reminded that trusting God in times of uncertainty is possible when we put our trust in Him and not our circumstances. The love and complete acceptance of Christ help us put our trust in God Jesus sacrificed His life…

Embracing the unexpected is a difficult assignment for most of us. Have you ever had a scenario in your head (an expectation), and when the scene played out you realized it didn’t turn out as you envisioned at all? You found it difficult to embrace the unexpected. Our Expectations and Embracing the Unexpected Whether it’s…

Feeling vulnerable is uncomfortable, at least for me. I experienced a situation that made me evaluate how to face vulnerability and how my faith and trust in God would make me courageous. Are you feeling vulnerable? There is a way to find courage and trust God. What Does it Mean to Feel Vulnerable Standing outside…

I don’t know about you, but I am glad 2020 is in full swing, and many people have told me they feel the same way! 2019 was very challenging for me. I like to think that the challenges I faced made me a better Christian and that I’ve grown from them. The truth is, most…

Imagine facing your worst fear. Do you know how you would handle it? Do you think God would be there to help you? I can answer these questions because one of my worst fears came true.       Keeping Christ Close while facing your worst fear became the most important thing to me. Struggles…