Stop playing with fire. You’re only harming yourself. The fire itself is unlikely to kill you. But the smoke inhalation will. Slow, but surely. Toxins entering your bloodstream – slowly choking out the oxygen that’s trying to bring you life. The “fire” represents that thing …
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Say YES to the Dream
If you’ve ever had a “this isn’t going how I thought it would go” realization, this post is for you. I’ve personally been having my fair share of those moments lately, and I wanted to let you in on some encouragement I’ve been getting, with …
If you think, PRAY
If you think of someone, PRAY for them! Even if you don’t know why they came to mind. PRAY for them. Even if you don’t know them well. PRAY for them. Even if you don’t have their number to reach out. PRAY for them. And …
Excuses are HORRIBLE Leaders!
You can tell them exactly where you want to go (i.e. having clear goals) and they will still lead you astray – having you look in every direction but forward! They are frustrating, demeaning, confusing, misleading, and ignorant. Speaking from personal experience, having your excuses …
8 years ago
8 years ago I drove into San Diego with a car full of possessions, my sweet mama who joined me for my travels down the coast, and my precious cat, Cashmere 🐈 I honestly didn’t know what I was stepping into. I didn’t know the …
Listen and Speak
“Speak in such a way that others love to listen to you. Listen in such a way that others love to speak to you.”
Thirty Nine
I was 38 just a few days ago.And then it happened.39 showed up and a new season began.It was a quiet day.It’s been an under-the-radar year.It has felt immensely … subtle.A weightiness that’s *known* but not yet seen.Growth happens underground, after all, where it’s not …
Compromise
God will never ask you to compromise His values. Someone else might. But God never will! I’ve had 5 conversations with 5 different ladies in the last couple of weeks – specifically around the area of their romantic relationships, and 5/5 of them are living …
Bring it to Him
Whatever it is you’re walking with… Bring it to Him. Disappointment. Anticipation. Betrayal. Joy. Confusion. Excitement. Tragedy. Laughter. Sorrow. Forgiveness. Anger. Delight. Frustration. Something sweet. Something hard. Something cheerful. Something unfathomable. God can handle it ALL. And, the thing is… He WANTS to. He wants …
Heaven gained a real one today
Grandma SooterFebruary 12, 1933 – December 12, 2024 There’s something magnificent about a life well-lived.There’s something special about living into your 90s.There’s something hard about losing a loved one.There’s something peaceful about knowing they’re with Jesus. This lady went to Heaven today, and what a …