by Tonya Tobe On December 10, 2012, after several scans, biopsies, and ultrasounds, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. Initially, I was mentally strong, which surprised the doctors and radiologist…but then the reality of my circumstances set in. I experienced a variety of emotions—first fear, then anger and confusion. I had been working diligently for the Lord, so I didn’t understand why He would allow […]
In, From Unworthy to Beloved – Breaking Free from Insecurity, Lenae shares her struggle with feelings of insecurity, unworthiness, and fear. Her self-worth was largely determined by what others said (or did not say) about her and by society’s definition of success. As she sought to find her true identity in Jesus Christ, she became able to calm her fears, unmask her insecurities, and let go of her desire to be in control so that she could follow Him. In doing so, God led her down an unexpected path that turned out much differently, but much more beautifully, than she could have ever imagined.
In today’s post, Julie shares how she was stuck in a state of disorganization, overwhelm, and chaos, all the while trying to appear to the outside world like she “had it all together.” When her lifestyle choices took a drastic toll on her health, she came to the realization that she needed to make a change. Through her newfound commitment to caring for her body through diet and exercise, spending quality time with God, and refocusing on Him, she gained a fresh perspective, a renewed sense of peace, and complete clarity – even amidst the chaos. The wisdom she shares in her testimony, From Chaos to Clarity, will help you learn how to break away from the busyness of life, be still, and find God.
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This is a guest post by Cathryn, who harbored fear, bitterness, and self-doubt as a result of events from her childhood. After turning to God’s Word, she was able to recapture the voice she had once lost and let go of the negative emotions that held her back. She emerged as a spiritual leader and today is able to see herself as a new creation in Christ. Her story tells how God enabled her to grow into the courageous, confident, and passionate woman that she is today – how He transformed her from Fearful to Faithful.
If you’re a mom, you’ve seen this face before, or some slight variation of it. Whether it’s a wrinkle of the nose, a turn of the cheek, or a fully exposed tongue (complete with accompanying sound effects), each child has perfected his or her way of mastering “the look.” You know the one I’m talking about. The look that says, “Do you really expect me […]
Whether you want to improve your health, strengthen your relationships, or grow in your faith, if you don’t set a goal then your goal is to stay the same. When have a clear focus, we can achieve things we never thought possible. A clear focus starts by setting S.M.A.R.T goals – goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable (but still challenging), Relevant, and Time sensitive. Rather […]
Do you feel stuck in an area of your life and aren’t sure how to move forward? Have you set a goal to get “unstuck” but have trouble following through? You’ve gone to the grocery store and stocked up on healthy food so you can eat better. You’ve purchased a new workout program or joined the gym so you can get more exercise. You’ve blocked out time in your day to connect […]
Even with the strongest “why,” there will be days that hitting the snooze button and crawling back under the covers seems a lot more appealing than lacing up your workout shoes and busting your butt in the gym. On days like those, these tips will help you move forward. They’ll help you find the motivation you need to get started so you can develop the habits you need to keep going!
There is a direct correlation between how effectively we budget our time and how stressed we feel. One of the main reasons people fail to take proper care of their health – physical, emotional, and spiritual – is lack of time. We often allow other things to take priority and we lose sense of the importance of caring for ourselves. Making your health a priority makes […]
