The slow cadence of small, white-capped waves slides against the sand, rolls over beach wood, and washed-up stones. Between horizon and water, there isn’t much difference between the blues. Wisps of clouds hang in the azure sky, mirroring the sparkle of the lake with a shimmer of its own. My legs stretch, weight shifting on a driftwood log lodged with sand as I take my time exhaling a long-kept breath

Many of us even heard those pointed words growing up: “Shame on you,” accompanied by a wagging finger. Raised to be a good, obedient, nice girl, you re-double your efforts, especially with God, to silence the shame.

For so many years, I tried to manage a life of constant busyness. My pace was rush, rush, rush — day in and day out. It felt like all I did was shuffle my kids around, toting them to-and-from private school, a 25-minute commute each way. For several years, when they were on different schedules, I drove this path back-and-forth several times a day. Five years of this wore me down.

I still remember the moment I had to face that question myself. It was my 43rd birthday, and I was in so much pain—physically, emotionally, spiritually. I had been struggling with chronic autoimmune diseases for over a decade, visiting specialist after specialist, while slowly watching my health, my relationships, and my joy fall apart. I was overweight, in constant pain, emotionally unstable, and spiritually weary. I had withdrawn from friendships. My marriage was strained.

Sisters, abiding is not passive. It is a powerful posture of trust. It’s a lifestyle of staying near, being nourished by God, and allowing His life to flow through ours. 

When you find your strength in God and seek Him each moment of every day, you will find that sense of balance. You may tip to the side, but nothing will prevail against you. The world may rage around you, but you will stand solid because your trust is in God. He is faithful, He is consistent.  He will keep you standing.

Living a balanced and meaningful life requires more than just physical or mental effort—it requires a relationship with the living God. As believers, we are invited into a deeper connection with our Creator through Jesus Christ, empowered daily by the Holy Spirit.

Domestic violence affects millions of individuals and families every year, transcending boundaries of age, gender, and socioeconomic status. The consequences are profound, leaving victims scarred emotionally and physically.

This morning, I was praying and asked the Holy Spirit to give me ideas to expand my territory (Jabez Prayer). I expected practical direction, maybe a to-do list, or a nudge toward new goals. Instead, I felt a gentle and sacred invitation: “Look at Jesus. Not just as God—but as a man.”

There is something unspoken, yet deeply understood, among women: a silent sisterhood of struggle. Whether it’s the shame of past mistakes, the ache of unmet expectations, the weight of comparison, or the scars of rejection we all carry burdens that bind us.

This Fourth of July, may we gather not just to celebrate freedom, but to cherish the gift of sisterhood. There’s something sacred about coming together—laughing over shared memories, passing plates of fresh summer food, and sipping tea on shaded porches.

Life can get so busy, right? Amidst all the chaos, it’s easy to forget the spiritual path we’re on. But there’s a way to bring back that inner glow, that divine shine God has bestowed upon each of us. Let’s dive into what it really means to let your light shine and how decluttering plays a role in it.

Somewhere along the way, many of us were taught that obedience means staying quiet. That if you’re visible, you’re self-promoting. That if you raise your voice, you’re being prideful. But here’s the truth: when God calls you to speak, it’s not for your spotlight- it’s for someone else’s breakthrough.

Summertime has a way of making many of us feel like we should be doing more. The longer days and added flexibility whisper, “Make the most of this.” For others, summer offers permission to slow down—relaxed mornings, no school runs, half-day Fridays at work. But whether you’re speeding up or slowing down, we often miss the deeper rest our souls need—the kind that sustains our calling in Christ.

What does it take to become a Woman of God once you have accepted Jesus Christ into your heart? Let’s look at this process and compare it to that of a butterfly. 

As believers, we have the capacity to be the most joyous people on the planet. But are we? Am I? Sadly, the enemy knows the immense power of joy to carry us through the most challenging circumstances and will do everything he can to shut it down.

For a long time, I didn’t think I had a “real” problem. I wasn’t drinking every day—and that actually kept me stuck longer. I told myself I was fine because I could go days without it. But most weekends, I drank heavily. One drink was never enough. I couldn’t understand how people could casually drink and call it fun. For me, drinking was an escape—something that helped me cope, feel in control, and silence what I didn’t want to feel. But deep down, I knew it was quietly cont

If you’ve found yourself in a place where you’re just not quite sure who you are anymore,

People in your life have been given to you with intention. Your interests, talents, strengths, and skills are yours for such a time as this

Every musing that appeals to your ego contains a nugget of truth, but only a nugget.