Let me make myself VERY clear. I HATE CARDIO. I can lift weights all day, but you ask me to run or do some skaters and I am OUT. I hate it. I have heard people talk about endorphins while you run, but all I get is heavy breathing and the need to puke. Therefore,... Continue Reading →
A Waiting Game
Wait. This is probably my least favorite word. Wait:to remain inactive or in a state of repose, as until something expected happens There have been so many times in my life where God's answer to my question is wait. This is so hard. So so hard. Especially when I am asking for something I think... Continue Reading →
Dear Mom
I can't let Mother's Day pass without talking about my mom, and there just isn't enough room on one Facebook post for me to say all that I need to say.... Dear Mom, I wish that I could just take all these thoughts and emotions I have and dump them into your heart and brain,... Continue Reading →
Jesus is all I have
"He is near to those who have a broken heart and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18-19 This verse has never meant more to me than it does right now. I haven't talked a lot about the recent events in my life because it has been really hard. I'm an internal processor,... Continue Reading →
Over My Head
"In Over My Head" Bethel Music I have come to this place in my life I'm full but I've not satisfied This longing to have more of You And I can feel it my heart is convinced I'm thirsty my soul can't be quenched You already know this but still Come and do whatever You... Continue Reading →
Fighting Battles
"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still." (Exodus 14:14 NIV) "God will fight the battle for you. And you? You keep your mouths shut." (Exodus 14:14 MSG) I read this verse and my conversation with God usually goes a little something like this: Me: Yeah...ok Jesus. I get it. But... Continue Reading →
Kindness
Back in January my grandfather passed, and at his funeral it was very evident what his legacy was: He loved people, and He pointed them to Jesus. That was what people remembered about him. For almost 2 hours person after person told us how my grandfather was so kind to them, how he loved so... Continue Reading →
You are Found
Lately I have been having a very difficult time. It seems like I get one problem resolved and 2 more come to take its place. Its a vicious cycle that seems to never end. God is constantly dealing with me about trusting Him, because its something I have to learn daily. Paul said he had... Continue Reading →
At A Loss
Today I lost my grandfather. He was 85 years old, and he loved his family. It was time. We all knew it was coming, and honestly its for the best. He suffered, and we never wanted that for him. When things become difficult I have always turned to writing to help me process. A few... Continue Reading →
A Love Letter from God
Last night I went to a prayer group and God really showed himself. A heavy spirit of worship and prayer was poured out over our group. God is so awesome. I began to write what I felt the Lord was speaking and I found that He gave me a beautiful love letter to his children,... Continue Reading →