We all want to shine, but we’d prefer to do so without the rain. If we’re going to live the life that Christ died for us to live, we must realize that: Progress hurts sometimes. As the saying goes: Anything worth having won’t come easy. What is it that you want? As you answer this question, take the time to ponder what it will cost you. Progress requires sacrifice. We want our lives to be better, but we aren’t willing to change ourselves first. There is a tendency to look around the problem instead of facing the problem head on. Most of our issues in life can be traced…
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It’s Not Your Fight: Be Still & Trust
Two times today I’ve heard the message: “It’s not your fight.” Earlier, while listening to a Joyce Meyer message she spoke of how she always wants to solve other people’s problems. She discussed how she often takes on more than she should because she’s picking up fights that aren’t hers to begin with. Then, while talking to my husband he flat out told me: “It’s not your fight.” He told me to not try and control the situation, but let the Lord work it out. So, now I’m writing to encourage you that it’s not your fight either. How often do we stress ourselves over situations or try and control…
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Ignore the Negativity & Obey God
If we’re not careful, people will talk us right out of our dreams. If we’re going to live the life that Christ died for us to live, we must learn to ignore the negativity & obey God. So often people will tell us what we can’t do vs. what God told us we can do. People can be quick to point out all of the potential negative outcomes as opposed to considering the possibilities. We have to know for ourselves what it is that we should be doing. We have to get with God and then be bold enough to go out and do what He has commanded us…
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Focused or Distracted: What kind of woman are you?
Most of us women have faced the same types of struggles. Insecurity, depression, loneliness, heartbreak, and confusion, are among the common issues. Although we have many differences, there are also many things that weave us all together. Over the past few days I’ve had some inspiring conversations that have moved me to break women up into 2 simple categories. What kind of woman are you? 1- The focused woman. This woman is not sucked up into all the drama. She’s not perfect, nor does she have a perfect life, but she focuses her energy on what will bring her back better results. She’s progressive, determined, and will not be…
