Category: Living With A Growth Mindset
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He Gives and Takes Away
Recently I heard someone say they didn’t like the song ‘Blessed be Your name’. They explained that they didn’t agree with the lyrics ‘He gives and takes away’. The reason being that ‘God’ doesn’t take away, it is the enemy that takes away from us. Well, this bugged me. At first, because I wanted to…
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Beautifully Broken
Do you feel intimidated when you look at a brand new Bible? I know I do. They just look wrong to my eyes. They are just so new. Intimidating. As if they are too holy to be touched by human hands. Have you ever gone Bible watching? It’s kind of like Walmart people watching, only…
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In the absence of
The passage explores the relationship between good and bad, light and darkness, asserting that badness is merely the absence of goodness, similar to how darkness is the absence of light. Goodness inherently exists, while badness relies on goodness’s removal.
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Time for a change
After years on antidepressants following personal losses, the author realizes the need for change. They reduce medication, discovering clarity, creativity, and deeper emotions about their grief and personal journey.
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All Things
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. ~Philippians 4:13 What we need to note here, is that the scripture says, “all things”; not just the things I want to do or am willing to do. Sometimes, God is going to ask us to do things that we don’t want to do or…
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He Will
The author reflects on their struggles with health and persistent infection, expressing vulnerability while finding solace in faith, believing God will use their weaknesses for good.
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Seeing Jesus Sacrifice With New Eyes
Over the years I’ve had a nagging question that has come to me again and again. What set Jesus apart from the other two men on crosses? The stereotypical responses of, well Jesus lived a sinless life and he was the son of God, come to my mind. But I always felt like there was…
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A sweet aroma
The reflection contrasts appealing fragrances with unpleasant smells, relating them to spiritual states. It emphasizes how believers are perceived by God as blooming flowers, while non-believers remain spiritually dead but can find renewal.
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Be the Hero of Your Own Story
I am my own worst enemy. Seriously. Who gets in my way more than anyone else? Me. Who doubts my ability to make a difference more than any other person? Me. Who stifles my creative energy in a way that no one else can? Me. Ergo, I am my own worst enemy. That one person…
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When The Switch Flips
The author reflects on moments of lost confidence when tackling projects. They emphasize the importance of stepping back for perspective, setting goals, delegating tasks, and allowing breaks to maintain motivation.
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I Give Myself Permission TO….
The author reflects on personal growth, emphasizing the importance of self-permission to let go, simplify life, and embrace new experiences for inner peace.
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Dad
This last month has been…well, I’m not even sure there is a word to quite aptly sum things up really. The biggest thing really in this last month, was saying goodbye to what may very well be the most incredible man I have ever known. (No offense intended to my husband who is still living,…