When Showing Up Isn’t the Same as Opening Up Scripture (NIV) “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” — Proverbs 3:5 (NIV) Real-Life Confession Listen… sometimes we show up physically while our hearts are still sitting in the parking lot. We attend the meeting.We answer the text.We … Read more
There’s something about John 4 that feels uncomfortably personal. A woman shows up to a well—just doing what she always does.Routine. Ordinary. Nothing spiritual about it. And then Jesus meets her there. Not in a temple.Not in a perfect moment.Not when she had her life together. At a well. And honestly? That’s what got me. … Read more
Okay… let’s talk about this, because that statement hits, but it also gets misunderstood a lot. “You must be planted to be fruitful” isn’t God being controlling or restrictive — it’s Him being protective and intentional 🌱 Let’s unpack this gently, honestly, and biblically. Scripture First (NIV) “Blessed is the one who does not walk … Read more
Sis… that question right there? That’s a holy question. The kind that shows your spirit is awake, not lost. Let’s sit with it together for a second. Breathe. God is not offended by your wondering. “Am I Even on the Right Path, Lord?” Scripture (NIV)“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good … Read more
A Reflection on Gratitude and the Gift of Godly Relationships Scripture (NIV):“I thank my God every time I remember you.” – Philippians 1:3 Reflection: Paul’s words to the Philippians overflow with warmth and gratitude. Even from a prison cell, his heart was filled with thanksgiving for the people who had walked beside him in faith. … Read more