Today, I came across a comment on Facebook that said, “Unfortunately, the truth will not be as loud as the lies.” It stopped me for a moment. The post was filled with people responding to a ...
Seeds of Encouragement
Faithful Truth Is Like Swallowing Hard Candy Whole: When Truth Hurts Before It Heals
I’ll never forget the day I accidentally swallowed a piece of hard candy whole. It started off sweet but before I knew it, that candy went down wrong. It hurt. I could feel it sitting there, stuck in ...
Shame Says You’re Not Enough — God Says You’re Worthy
You miss a step, you stumble, and suddenly shame is there whispering, “Stay quiet. Pull back. Don’t let them see you.” It convinces you to sit out, to shrink back, to hide your story. Shame’s power is ...
When Caring Feels Heavy: Overcoming Compassion Fatigue
Have you ever noticed how caring for people can feel like both a gift and a weight? You show up for others, listen deeply, pray for them, and hold their stories close. But over time, that same ...
Jealousy the Green Eyed Monster: Staying Focused While Others Watch, Copy, or Misjudge
Have you ever felt someone’s jealousy, or maybe caught it bubbling up in yourself? Living with a sense of purpose will sometimes bring out envy, comparison, or even attempts to knock you off course. ...
From Fear to Flow: How to Move Forward When Fear Tries to Paralyze You
Ever felt completely stuck? Not because you ran out of options, but because fear got its grip on you? Fear isn’t always a loud scream. Sometimes, it’s a quiet whisper that tells you you’re not enough, ...