Releasing an independent spirit

God has been speaking to my spirit and soul about a lifelong problem: An inappropriate spirit of independence. My natural personality made its appearance in my life inevitable. The first time I took a personality test, it showed I was Continue reading Releasing an independent spirit

Valley of Trouble or Hope?

Hosea 2:14-15 “So I am going to attract her; I will lead her into the desert and speak tenderly to her. There I will give her back her vineyards, and I will make the Valley of Trouble a door of Continue reading Valley of Trouble or Hope?

Encouraging Words

My word from God for this year is pathways – pathways to healing, provision, and relationships. Words and stories through others encourage me to walk in faith that the word for this year will be fulfilled. In the spring, a Continue reading Encouraging Words

Walking in Mother’s Lessons

My mother would have been 100 later this year. She was 91 years old when she died. This week, I am pondering the lessons I learned from her while she lived and contemplating those I have learned since her homegoing. Continue reading Walking in Mother’s Lessons

Uncomfortable Answers

My habit is to ask God for wisdom, knowledge, discernment, and understanding regarding my life, my health, and my future. He is faithful to answer. Sometimes though, the answers are uncomfortable. As you may recall, I have struggled for years Continue reading Uncomfortable Answers

Pathways 2024

My mission this year is seeking God’s pathways. God always graciously gives me a word for the new year. He leads me daily and annually, for which I am so grateful. The word “pathways” is for 2024 and applies in Continue reading Pathways 2024

Unashamed and Forgiven

The word “unashamed” is my word for 2023. Earlier this year, I prayed, pondered, and heard “I want you to stand and see yourself as unashamed in all situations. Learn the real meaning of holiness.” Throughout this year, God has Continue reading Unashamed and Forgiven

Thankful at All Times

My health concerns continue, but I am thankful daily that my bloodwork and other markers are improving. In November, my specialist reviewed my labs and made recommendations for supplements to improve my status. They are working! My bloodwork and daily Continue reading Thankful at All Times

Lesson Applied

I am learning to apply the lesson this year about being unashamed. I still struggle with choosing to not judge myself, but instead to let the Holy Spirit show me the truth about situations where my behavior is lacking. On Continue reading Lesson Applied

Examination versus Judgment

My task this year is to learn how to walk unashamed. Another element of the lesson is to discern the difference between examination and judgment. In the last two months, I have been remembering times when I failed. I realize Continue reading Examination versus Judgment