Recently, my aunt came to visit, and she brought along one of my favorite snacks—Popcorners. Excited, I tore open a bag, ready to dive in. But the first chip I bit into was stale. Disappointed but determined not to waste food, I kept eating, convincing myself that the other bag was probably stale too. I had resigned myself to the lackluster experience until a small voice nudged me, “Check the other bag.” Reluctantly, I did. To my surprise, the second bag was fresh, crisp, and every bit as...
over 1 year ago • 3 min read
In one of my videos, “Am I Lazy?”, I briefly shared about my battles with chronic pain—specifically from complications of the shingles virus. Contrary to popular belief, shingles isn’t just for the elderly. It can reoccur in unexpected ways and cause long-term damage. Recently, I experienced a flare-up, and with it, I found myself slipping mentally back into a dark place I thought I had left behind. A place I thought I was delivered from. But in the midst of my pain, God, in His infinite love...
over 1 year ago • 4 min read
I've missed you guys so much! Your girl has been gone for a while and the subject of this newsletter should give you some clue as to exactly why. Trust me, I hear you Reader, it sounds a bit harsh, but bear with me. The truth is many of us get this walk with God confused, which is why we often end up feeling disappointed or discouraged. So many messages out there focus solely on what God can do for us. It’s easy to get caught up in a self-centered mindset, where we believe the world—and even...
over 1 year ago • 4 min read
How often do we look at a situation that seems dark, empty, and hopeless and get discouraged? Maybe you’ve felt like you’ve done nothing, accomplished nothing, or have nothing to show. The question, “God, what am I even waiting for?” plagues so many of us on our faith journey. But today, I have some good news for you. In Genesis 1:2-3, we read that the earth was formless, dark, and empty. Imagine if God looked at the earth and saw it the way you might see your life or situation right now...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read