Christian Concepts in Real Life.
Admit When You’re Not Ok
Prior to giving my life over to the Lord, I had a bad habit of trying to go through things alone – without friends, without family and even without God. I was more scared of how I would be perceived instead of wanting happiness and peace. I hated how being depressed and being sad made me look to others and I hated how I viewed myself because of it. The more I tried to bottle up my pain, the more it destroyed me from the inside out. Before you get to that point, I implore you to admit when you’re not ok.
Talk to Me Nice
Words are powerful. Words can lift someone up or bring someone down. During my battle of depression, I learned the true meaning of “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say nothing at all.” As Christians, we need to make sure that are words are being used to uplift and speak life into people. I challenge you to use your words to help others, not condemn them
Trauma Warps The Brain
Although going to therapy is increasingly becoming adopted into our self-care, many people still rebuke the idea of therapy. For those who don’t quite understand the importance, think of your favorite or the most outrageous action hero, who falls off buildings, gets shot, gets stabbed and STILL makes it to his destination safely and alive. What if I told you going through life without getting a mental checkup is the equivalent of said action hero?
You’re Still In The Game
Comparison is an ugly thing. It can cause you to doubt yourself or worse, hate yourself. Over the past few months, God has been working on me with revitalizing dreams I thought I laid to rest. As quick as the motivation came was as quick as the enemy came and tried to flood my mind with lies and comparisons. God reminded me that just because you aren’t Steph Curry, it doesn’t mean you aren’t still in the game.
Go To Work
There’s a famous adage that says, “Practice makes perfect.” However, it’s one thing to know that; it’s an entirely different thing to apply that. For years, I had dreams of accomplishing different things, but because the outcome didn’t equate to my perfect vision, I quit prematurely. Over time, the recurrence of this caused me to doubt myself. However, God reminded me that “Faith without works” is dead.
Prayer Changes Things
I came across a post the other day that reminded me of the scripture Matthew 7:11, which says, “So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask him.” As I began to meditate on the scripture, I began to think about my earthly parents and the gifts they have given over the years. Afterwards, I began to see how God has answered my prayers throughout the years and how much better His gifts are. Regardless of your relationship with your earthly parents, we all have the same spiritual one and He wants to bless you more abundantly.
You are an influencer
When I first started to get serious about my walk with Christ, I became obsessed with discovering my purpose in life. A little while later, during one of my Bible studies, I came across a commentary in my Bible that said our purpose is to live for God. Mind BLOWN. It was the simplest concept, but it connected with me on a deeper level. Our jobs aren’t just what we do in this natural world; our first and most important job is to be an ambassador or an influencer for Christ.
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Looking For [Fun] in All The Wrong Places
Depending on the response, nostalgia can be a welcoming feeling or it can be a trap from the enemy. In my case, it was a trap. Thinking about what my life could have been like if I would’ve made different choices caused me to become discontent in the life that God blessed me with. One day, God revealed to me that I was too busy looking back on a life not meant for me instead of looking forward to the one God had for me.
A Customized love
I have always been a fan of high-school and college sweetheart love stories, especially since I am a product of one. However, as the years progressed and no relationship in sight, my belief in love dwindled. As the Lord has been rekindling my enjoyment in watching and reading content about romance, I notice that I become wistful about situations I wished to happen but never did. God made me realize it was because I didn’t trust that He would bless me with a love better than I imagined.
There’s a Blessing in God’s Selfishness
For years, it seemed like everyone was in a relationship but me. I once heard that if one was single, God was being selfish with you. Well, I was tired of God’s selfishness. I wanted a boyfriend and I wanted him THEN! Years later, I discovered the true blessing in God’s selfishness.
All I Need Is You
The world tells us that we need money, cars, jewelry and loads of other material possessions, but as I get closer to God, I discover that all I or we really need is Him.
6 Key Strategies for a Successful Year
Before the year 2024 started, God gave me 6 key strategies we needed to have a successful year. God’s Word tells us He has plans to prosper us and not to harm us. Therefore, we should live in that promise and believe that God will support our purpose.
I Want to be like Cinderella
Growing up, I sung from my diaphragm Cheetah Girls’ “Cinderella.” However, when I was older, I was singing a different tune. I did WANT to be like Cinderella. I wanted a man to come and save me. It took a decade later to discover I did have a Savior and His name was Jesus.
Don’t Be Scared of the Quiet
For years, I didn't like being alone. I filled the emptiness with phone call with friends, hanging out with friends, cramming my head in a book or binging television shows and movies that didn’t bring up the memories I was running from. However, it was one night God made me face the quietness, which ultimately lead to my healing. I encourage you to embrace the quiet and discover what God is trying to show you.
God Got Your Back
The trials and tribulations we face on an everyday basis can sometimes weigh us down to the point we forget that God has our backs. Through this dream, I hope it encourages you and reminds you that God really has our backs, no matter how menacing the situation may be.
The time is now
We all have dreams and aspirations. God has given each of us gifts and talents. However, sometimes, due to negativity the enemy sends our way, it’s hard to have faith and believe in the gifts and dreams God has given us. This blog post serves as encouragement to be all the God has called you to be.
Have Faith for Yourself
Faith is a funny thing. It’s easy to have faith that a dream will come true for others. It’s easy to tell someone to walk by faith. However, when the situation turns around to you, you begin to understand that it’s a little scary, unnerving and difficult. Here’s my encouragement to you and to me: have faith for yourself.
Girls Just Want to Have Fun
Having a “ho phase” is coveted in today’s age. But is that phase as fun as we think it is? From personal experience and observations, we covet this phase to hide from a deeper rooted issue that can only be fixed with God. Plant yourself in Him and watch how that joy and happiness you’re looking for radiates from you when you give your life to Christ.
I planned; God protected.
There’s a saying that says, “If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans.” Due to the countless times my life has gone the complete opposite of my plans, I’m sure that God has doubled over in laughter. In analyzing my various failed life plans, I discovered that I battle with the spirit of control. I learned that God has already set our course for us, but it’s up to us to follow it. Life is a lot easier when God leads and we follow.
What IF
Oftentimes, we beat ourselves up for mistakes or wrong decisions we made, which leads us going down a rabbit hole of questions of “what ifs?” These questions can cause depression, hopelessness, sadness and a slew of other negative emotions. I’m here to encourage you that God already included your mistakes into His plan. You are exactly where God wants you to be. Just keep trusting and leaning on Him.