I turned 30 yesterday so I’ve been reflecting! My 20’s were filled with more twists and turns than I would have ever imagined, but one thing I can say is that I learned a lot! I’d be surprised if another decade is filled with as much growth as my 20’s. Here are my top 20 lessons from my 20’s: 1. Jesus is real. My life was completely changed when I gave my life to Christ. I don’t even want to think about the direction that my life would have gone (or continued to go) had I not accepted Christ. This was by far the best decision that I made…
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LIFE: It takes time
Everything takes time. Some things can only be revealed to us with time. Some things can only be learned with time. No matter what you’re facing, realize it takes time. Often times we overlook the importance of time. We try to rush things, or we get overly excited too soon. Give it time. We must allow our relationships to properly develop with time. Don’t expect too much too soon. Don’t think you know it all already. No, give it time. What about your goals? What do you want to accomplish? Sit down, map it out, and give it time. When it comes to progressing in life, realize it takes time.…
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What is humility??
What is humility?? I believe humility is a very misunderstood trait. Think about it. When you think of humility what comes to mind? Weakness, insecurity, or one who is easily taken advantage of? My Bible defines humility as “the absence of pride.” It defines pride as “the attitude that one is better than others.“ Pride looks at people and thinks they should do better. Pride talks about people critically, gossipy, and negatively. Humility looks at people and prays for them. Humility reminds us that we all have faults and things we need to overcome. Pride is always showing off. Bragging and boasting with no concern about the impact it has…
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LIFE: Be Adaptable
Our success in life depends on our ability to be adaptable. Â Life is full of changes so we must learn to be adaptable in order to keep up and keep our sanity. We enter relationships, we end relationships. Â We gain money, we lose money. Â We’re promoted, we’re demoted. We laugh, we cry. Â We’re loved, we’re hated. Â “To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:” – Ecclesiastes 3:1 Life is full of seasons. There’s always something new to deal with: a new experience, a new situation, and even new sorrows. Â We have to get to the point of expecting change. Â We have…
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Learn How To Avoid Drama
Drama is draining, unproductive, depressing, and truly not worthy of our attention. Â Drama sucks our energy until we have none left. Â Drama is sneaky in that it will try to sneak into your life through any person or any situation. Â If we are going to live the life that Christ has called us to live, we must learn how to avoid drama. Drama attempts to get us all, but everyone doesn’t respond the same way. Drama successfully enters our lives when we are not intentional to stop it. Â Drama will come in and take over our lives if we allow it- but we don’t have to allow it. Â We have…
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There’s Always A Fight: His Grace is Sufficient
I believe that no matter who we are or what we have that we are always fighting something. Â The fight may change, but still there’s always a fight. If we’re honest we could say that as long as we’re living we’ll be fighting. Â Kind of sounds depressing. Â What’s the point? As I’ve grown in life and my circumstances have changed, I’m learning that there will always be a new fight. Â Have you ever faced something that you never would’ve thought you’d be fighting? Â Or, are you now fighting a weakness that has always been a strength? Â How Do You Fight? It’s wise to never get too confident, complacent, or…
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COLLEGE UPDATE: Today I Received My Bachelor’s Degree
Today I received my bachelor’s degree in communications with honors- cum laude. Â Yesterday I was honored as the outstanding graduate from the communications department. Â Last Friday I married my best friend. Â And last month I birthed my second daughter. I say all that not too brag on myself, but to brag on my God. Â He is so good to me and anything is possible with Him. Â I mean anything. Sometimes we go through seasons when it seems that nothing goes right, but we have to keep going. Â I’ve admitted that to all of my readers. Â I’ve never claimed to have a perfect life, but I must stay honest and admit…
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Dear Margo Blue,
Dear Margo Blue, You did a whole lot- a lot of good and a lot of bad, but I’m so proud of you for learning. Â You experienced a lot in life at an early age but the good thing is that you matured early. Â Your 20’s were a mess! Â You jacked up ALOT, girl! Â But again I’m proud of you for learning. Â You truly learned a lot, and those learnings came with a lot of losses and a lot of tears. Â But you got thorugh it- you are so strong. Â 25 was an outstanding year for you. Â At 25 you gave your life to Christ and you were…
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Trust God Above Everything
There are times in our lives when doing the will of God will not make sense to others, but we must learn to trust God above everything. God requires His servants to trust Him completely, no matter what it looks like. Think about it: Can you imagine Daniel in the lion’s den?  Noah building the ark?  Or, Moses facing the Red Sea? Servants of the Lord must have great faith! They must be able to place the spiritual above the natural. They must be able to hear the voice of the Lord louder than those of people. Trusting and following God is not an easy thing to do.  We must…
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I Pulled Over To Write: 5 Things On My Mind
I’m driving listening to “The Body” by Wale and I was inspired to write, so here I am.. You know I love lists so let’s go! Â 5 things on my mind right now: 1. Happiness, or anything worthwile, will not be handed to you. Â Worthwhile things require work. Â Don’t believe me? Â Check out depression statistics. Â Happiness doesn’t always come easy. 2. Don’t force things. Â I’m learning to give up control when it comes to so many things. Â I can only do so much, and I’m learning to not expect myself to handle everything. Â I can’t force people to understand me or to do anything else for that matter. Â This…
