A Sacred Goodbye and a Holy Hello: Grieving, Letting Go, and Starting Fresh with God

A Sacred Goodbye and a Holy Hello: Grieving, Letting Go, and Starting Fresh with God

I took a personal retreat to grieve old losses and consecrate what's ahead. With journaling, prayer, and symbolic rituals, I said goodbye to what has been and welcomed what's to come—holding fast to the truth that I have not escaped the notice of Jesus.

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You Can’t Control Your Spouse: What I Wish I Knew Before Marriage

You Can’t Control Your Spouse: What I Wish I Knew Before Marriage

You won’t be able to control your spouse—or your marriage—the way you think you can. I wish someone had told me that at 21. Here’s what I’ve learned about control, heartbreak, growth, and the grace that meets us when marriage doesn’t go as planned.

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Letting Go of the Rope: How I Stopped Living by Committee and Started Trusting God (and Myself)

Letting Go of the Rope: How I Stopped Living by Committee and Started Trusting God (and Myself)

For years, I lived by committee—first real people, then the voices in my head. I sought approval, direction, and permission for every major life move, including my separation. But healing came when I learned to let go of the rope and trust the Spirit within me.

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How I Handled My Divorce: What I Did Right, What I Regret, and What Jesus Taught Me

How I Handled My Divorce: What I Did Right, What I Regret, and What Jesus Taught Me

My divorce wasn’t amicable. It was painful and messy, but looking back, I can say I handled myself well—imperfectly, but well. In this post, I share the regrets I carry, the peace I chose, and the surprising ways Jesus showed up in the middle of the mess.

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How AlAnon Helped Me Find Healing and Hope in the Midst of a Loved One’s Addiction

How AlAnon Helped Me Find Healing and Hope in the Midst of a Loved One’s Addiction

“I’m not the one with the problem!” I cried through tears—until I realized I might be. This is the story of how sitting in an AlAnon meeting helped me see the truth, face my own pain, and begin a journey of healing I didn’t know I needed.

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Can God Supernaturally Heal Your Marriage Even When Your Spouse Isn't Cooperating?

Can God Supernaturally Heal Your Marriage Even When Your Spouse Isn't Cooperating?

Can God do a supernatural work in your marriage—even when steps aren’t being followed? Yes. But that doesn't mean it will look the way you expect. This post explores God’s sovereignty, our responsibility, and the hard truth about healing and hope in broken marriages.

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