Another year, another video! I’m celebrating being a year older by sharing life lessons on faith, hope, and who God is.
Here are 24 things I learned at 24. I hope you’re reminded of God’s faithfulness in your life.
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Missed last year’s video? Watch 23 Things I Learned at 23 here.
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Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.
(Psalms 139:23-24 NIV)
Imagine the amount of preparation that goes into a wedding.
I had a tiny glimpse into the process several months ago as my brother and now sister-in-law planned for their wedding day in February. There were hours, days, weeks, and months of preparation. Selecting the right date, finalizing the guests list, figuring out the venue, finding the right dress, the right tux, the photographer, the food, the bridesmaids, the groomsmen — the seemingly endless list goes on.
But this entire season of planning, preparation, refining, and getting even the smallest details right were all for one special long-awaited day.
Doesn’t that sound familiar?
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Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel.
(Philippians 1:12 NIV)
God has always known the full story.
In January, I challenged myself to read the full Bible, cover to cover, book to book, over the course of the year for the first time in my life.
Trust me, it hasn’t been easy to be consistent! A few short weeks later, I started a new job. My day-to-day life drastically changed, becoming busier than ever, and I’ve rarely had time for myself.
But little did I know, just as my world had changed, the rest of the world would soon change. The coronavirus outbreak arrived. A storm that no one anticipated. Many plans have been cancelled. Fear and worry emerged. Sickness. Unemployment. An unknown future for many, and for others, perhaps just an inconvenience that they’re waiting to be over.
Either way, for the first time — in my limited perspective — I have seen the world stop.
Or, at least, being forced to do so.
Now, there’s something that has struck me in the past months of reading through the Bible that I can’t ignore.
Continue reading “God Knows the Full Story | Peace in the Storm (Part One)”
And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.
(2 Corinthians 9:8 ESV)
What’s holding you back?
Too many times we believe the idea that we need to “level up” before God uses us. That we need to look a certain way first, make a certain amount of money first, figured out this or that first, get (insert a major goal of yours) first.
And trust me, I’ve been there, too. We live in a world that demands certain qualifications before the job, the school, the opportunity, the next step. We often base our value on our resumes or the amount of likes we get on Instagram.
But what if none of these things really mattered?
Continue reading “Your Status Doesn’t Matter: God Can Still Use You”
Meet Jemeia. A blogger, author, and follower of Christ. In this week’s feature, Jemeia talks about waiting on God in difficult seasons, committing to a life of obedience, and drawing strength from the Lord.
Continue reading “Meet Jemeia | Confidence Without Compromise #37”
Meet Tiffany. A blogger, adventurer, and follower of Christ. In this week’s feature, Tiffany talks about finding unshakable identity, trusting God’s love, and discovering the true blessings of living for Him.
Continue reading “Meet Tiffany | Confidence Without Compromise #35”
Meet Kath. A blogger, poet, and follower of Christ. In this week’s feature, Kath talks about living fearlessly unique, finding a friend in God, and learning to cherish His presence.
Continue reading “Meet Kath | Confidence Without Compromise #33”
Meet Sheela. A mental health advocate, blogger, and vlogger. In this week’s feature, Sheela talks about sharing our testimony without fear, persevering through doubt, and finding identity by remaining faithful to God.
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In Part Two of the Trust Series we discussed key points to look for to identify God’s gifts in our lives–and how to learn what’s not of Him. When God moves, He reflects His character. Even in the midst of difficult decisions, God can provide clarity. He’s not a God of confusion!
In Part One of the series, we discussed how to abandon fear and hold onto faith when it comes to following God’s commands. When we’ve been seeking God, and He says “yes,” we can move forward knowing He’s with us every step of the way.
However, what happens if we go off track? What do we do when we realize we’re not on the course God has for us?
Today, in Part Three of the Trust Series we’re going back to basics.
There’s a key component in discovering God’s will for your life, and it’s as simple as this:
Obedience.
Continue reading “Getting Back on Track | Trust Series (Part Three)”
Meet Caroline. A writer, blogger, and content director. In this week’s feature, Caroline talks about realizing the power of the gospel, taking focus off seeking approval from others, and fully pursuing security in Christ.
Continue reading “Meet Caroline | Confidence Without Compromise #30”
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