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Mountains into Molehills
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August 22 | Exodus 7:4-5  ““But Pharaoh will not listen to you. I will put my hand on Egypt and I will bring My hosts, My people, the children of Israel out of the land of Egypt with great punishing judgments. Then the Egyptians will know that I am the…

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Servant of the Lord
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December 16 | Luke 1:37-38 “For nothing will be impossible with God.” Then Mary said, “Behold, I am the Lord’s servant. May it be to me according to your word.” Then the angel departed from her.” (Luke 1:37–38) Faith does not ignore your questions. Often times it asks questions of…

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Finding God in the Chaos: Embracing Faith and Courage in Life’s Toughest Trials
Finding God in the Chaos: Embracing Faith and Courage in Life’s Toughest Trials
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Please enjoy this guest post on my website from Alexia Jones about finding God in the chaos of life. Life has a way of throwing us into the storm—unexpected trials that shake our foundations, overwhelm our hearts, and leave us questioning everything we once thought we understood. Whether it’s the…

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At Your Very Word
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August 30 | John 4:52-53  “Then he asked the hour in which he had gotten better, and they said to him, “Yesterday at the seventh hour the fever left him.” Then the father knew that was the same hour in which Jesus said, “Your son is alive,” and he believed,and…

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The Silence Between Miracles Living by Faith in the In-Between
The Silence Between Miracles: Living by Faith in the In-Between
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Please enjoy this guest post on my website from Carol Nasir about the difficulties and faith-building power of divine silence. In life, there are moments when nothing seems to move—no breakthrough, no answer, only stillness. That’s where The Silence Between Miracles: Living by Faith in the In-Between begins. These are…

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Life is full of unexpected turns. Plans break. Dreams fade. Pain comes without warning. In these moments, it’s easy to feel lost. But the truth is, strength in surrender offers real hope. When you stop fighting and start trusting, you discover peace you didn’t know was possible. You start walking in faith instead of fear. Many people think surrender is a weakness. But in God’s kingdom, it’s the first step toward strength. Letting go of control means giving space to God to work in your life. This article will guide you through the beauty of surrender, and show you how to find strength when nothing makes sense. The Hidden Strength in Surrender Freedom in surrender comes when you stop trying to control what’s out of your hands. You don’t have to know everything. God does. Trusting Him in confusing times builds a different kind of strength. One that doesn’t break under pressure. Sometimes, we need to stop and listen. Stillness invites God's presence in hard times. And in that quiet place, you find a power that holds you steady. You don’t have to fix everything. You only need to trust the One who can. We Were Never Meant to Carry Everything Alone Carrying life’s burdens alone leads to stress, exhaustion, and hopelessness. But we were never meant to carry everything alone. That’s why God gave us community, prayer, and His Spirit. Burden sharing in Christianity teaches us to lean on others and let others lean on us. There’s great strength in shared pain. When you open your heart and ask for help, you make room for emotional healing through faith. The Illusion of Perfection and the Trap of Self-Reliance The pressure to be perfect is exhausting. Social media and society make you feel like you have to hold it all together. But it’s just that—the illusion of self-reliance. No one can do it all. When you realize that, you begin to accept grace over perfection. You don’t have to prove yourself to God. He sees you, loves you, and invites you into rest. Inner peace through surrender starts the moment you stop pretending. The Heavy Cost of Perfectionism The cost of chasing perfection is high. It steals your joy, drains your energy, and leaves you empty. Instead of living freely, you live in fear of failure. God calls us to something better. He calls us to rest in Him. Resting in God means trusting that He accepts you just as you are. Perfection isn’t required—faith is. Privilege Without Fulfillment: When Success Leaves You Empty Having wealth, status, or influence doesn’t always mean you’re fulfilled. Some of the richest people are also the loneliest. That’s empty success and spiritual longing. Here’s what truly matters: Worldly Success Spiritual Fulfillment Money Soul satisfaction Fame A deeper relationship with God Comfort True peace in Christ Only God can fill that longing inside you. What looks like success from the outside can still feel like a desert without God. Seeking Fulfillment in Something Greater When life loses meaning, the soul starts searching. You try to fill the gap with entertainment, work, or relationships—but it never lasts. That’s because only God gives lasting purpose. Seeking a deeper relationship with God opens the door to joy, hope, and meaning. When you surrender your need for control, you receive what you really need: God’s provision, His love, and His peace. The Beauty of Letting Go: Surrender as a Sacred Act Letting go is hard. It feels like giving up. But in God’s eyes, releasing control to the divine is an act of faith. It shows that you trust His plan more than your own. Embracing God’s plan means saying yes to something better, even if you can’t see it yet. That’s where divine timing comes in. God’s not late—He’s preparing something perfect. Finding True Strength in God’s Presence You don’t need to be strong all the time. Sometimes, just breathing is enough. In those moments, God’s presence in hard times becomes your strength. The Bible says, “My power is made perfect in weakness.” That means strength through weakness is not only real, it’s sacred. God lifts you when you can’t stand. He carries you through the storm. We Are Already Blessed: Living from Abundance, Not for It We often chase blessings, thinking they’re far away. But living from a place of spiritual abundance means you start seeing what’s already around you. You’re more blessed than you think. Every breath, every moment of peace, every kind word—these are blessings. When you count them, your heart changes. True peace in Christ isn’t in what’s next; it’s in what’s now. Embracing a Life of Surrender: Final Reflections This world tells you to hold tight, fight harder, and never give in. But God invites you to release, to trust, and to rest. Trusting when it doesn’t make sense is the foundation of faith. When you surrender daily, you open the door to freedom. You begin embracing God’s plan with joy instead of fear. That’s where transformation begins. That’s where you find your greatest strength. “Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10 In surrender, you’re not losing—you’re gaining. Gaining peace, clarity, and direction. And most of all, you’re gaining the One who holds it all together.
Strength in Surrender: Trusting God When Life Doesn’t Make Sense
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Please enjoy this guest post on my website from Carol Nasir about finding strength in surrender to God. Life is full of unexpected turns. Plans break. Dreams fade. Pain comes without warning. In these moments, it’s easy to feel lost. But the truth is, strength in surrender offers real hope.…

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Embracing Our Identity in Christ: A Biblical Path to Strengthening Faith and Character
Embracing Our Identity in Christ: A Biblical Path to Strengthening Faith and Character
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Please enjoy this guest post on my website from Ava Addams about how our identity in Christ gives us a path to strengthen faith and character. In a world that constantly tries to define us by external standards—success, appearance, social media, and material possessions—it can be easy to lose sight…

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Faith in the Storm: How to Hold On to God During Life's Toughest Trials
Faith in the Storm: How to Hold On to God During Life’s Toughest Trials
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Please enjoy this guest post on my website from Alexia Jones about how to have faith in the storms and life's toughest trials. Life can be beautiful and full of joy, but it can also be incredibly hard. We all face storms — those overwhelming, uncertain, and painful seasons when…

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