The Power of Doubt
“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Hebrews 11:1
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Lies, Misinformation, and Perception
I recently read a quote “When truth is blurred by lies and misinformation, perception becomes reality and all is lost.”
I’ve been thinking about this for a little while. It’s absolutely true that what we perceive to be true is what becomes our personal reality. Whether or not it is true, due to the perception of the situation, it becomes real in our minds.
The Bible clearly states in Philippians 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
Philippians 4:8.
I constantly have to redirect my thoughts and prayers to the things that are true, honest, just, lovely, and pure. It’s all too easy to let my thoughts get the better of me. When I return to the things that are true my perception will line up with reality.
I don’t want all to be lost, I want to base my thoughts on the correct things!
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Love Them Anyway!
And when they were come to the place, which is called Calvary, there they crucified him, and the malefactors, one on the right hand, and the other on the left. Then said Jesus, Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. And they parted his raiment, and cast lots.
Luke 23:33-34
Luke 23:33-34
Love them anyway!
Anyway by Brandon Holt
God is so good
God is so good
God is so good
He’s so good to me
You can spend your whole life building
Something from nothing
And one storm can come
And blow it all away
Build it anyway
You can chase a dream that seems
So out of reach
And you know it might not ever
Come your way
Dream it anyway
God is great, but sometimes life ain’t good
When I pray it doesn’t always turn out like I think it should
I do it anyway
This world has gone crazy
And it’s hard to believe
But tomorrow we’ll be better
Than today
Believe it anyway
And you can love someone with all your heart
For all the right reasons
And in a moment they can choose to walk away
Love them anyway
For God is great
But sometimes life ain’t good
And when I pray it doesn’t always turn out like I think it should
But I do it anyway
I do it anyway
You can pour your soul out singing
A song you believe in
And tomorrow they’ll forget you ever sang
Sing it anyway
Sing it anyway
I sing, I dream, I love, I love anyway
I sing, I dream, I love, I love anyway
I do it anyway
I do it anyway
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Antisocial Media
Recently took a long break from IG. During that time my perspective on a lot of things changed. During that break, I realized there are a lot of things about IG that I didn’t miss at all… There were also a few things that I did miss, like interacting with people about beauty products, so for now, I’m back at it. (If you want you can follow me by clicking HERE, if not that’s totally fine too. 😉)
When I first joined IG it used to be about fun. It used to be regular people sharing regular pictures of things that were happening right then. (Hence the “instant” part of the name Instagram). In the beginning, there were simple filters, but there were no ultra edited photos of picture-perfect situations. When Instagram decided to take the instant out of the equation, everything changed and it changed a lot of people too.
Instagram started to feel like a competition. When life turns into a competition we all lose. We lose the fun of it, we lose confidence in ourselves, we lose time thinking about it, we lose respect for people.
I don’t care to compete with the edited versions of life. I will not judge myself based on another person’s pictures, persona, or IG layout, and you shouldn’t either!
I don’t care about the number of likes or what the insight says. It doesn’t matter to me what is the best time of day to post or the # getting the most views. During my 4 month break, I didn’t miss keeping track of that stuff. I don’t want to be “Instagram famous”! I’m just planning to post pictures of the things I like, the products I love and things I want to share with people. I’m not perfect and my pictures aren’t going to be either.
So, if you want to follow me onInstagram, cool, but if you don’t also cool. Either way, what I post on IG will be a representation of me and all the things I like… mostly makeup, flowers, my dog, and inspirational sayings.
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Birds On A Wire
I absolutely adore Karen Stubbs and her Birds on a Wire Ministry. She is so real and genuine! If you are looking for a great devotional I recommend her book Moments With God for Mom’s, it’s one of my favorites.
“Whether you are a first-time mom of a newborn or a seasoned mom of a teenager, Karen Stubbs knows that you need encouragement and a little time out. This year-long devotional will meet you where you are and accompany you through the rewarding, challenging and God-ordained journey of motherhood.”
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Joy is a Choice
If I’ve learned anything in these last several months it’s that joy and contentment are a choice.
Today I will choose to have contentment and be joyful!
Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness; To the end that my glory may sing praise to thee, and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give thanks unto thee for ever.
Psalms 30:11-12
Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
Romans 15:13
Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.
Philippians 4:11
At my LOWEST God is my HOPE.
At my DARKEST God is my LIGHT.
At my WEAKEST God is my STRENGTH.
At my SADDEST God is my COMFORT.
Today I choose JOY!
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When Measuring Up Leaves Me Falling Behind
I have recently finished reading (for the second time) a book called Why Her? 6 Truths We Need to Hear When Measuring Up Leaves Us Falling Behind by Nicki Koziarz. This book has really opened my eyes and made me think about comparison in a different light. From the lives of two sisters/wives from the Bible, Rachel and Leah, Nicki brings up a lot of great points about the pitfalls of comparison .
Here is a little overview of the contents of the book:
“If success is defined in the eye of the beholder,
who are you letting behold your success?
Nicki Koziarz is confronting the comparison question: Why her?
Through two striving sisters in the Bible, Nicki uncovered six truths’ we need to hear when trying to measure up leaves you falling behind.
These six truths will help you:
· Stop staring at her success and find satisfaction in yours.
· Find contentment with your life without being complacent in who you are becoming.
· Gain godly wisdom to answer the Why Her silent question of your soul.
Someone will always be ahead. But that doesn’t mean you’re behind. Because Truth, like always, will set us free. And free women don’t have to measure up to anybody. Not even her.”
Here is an exerpt from Truth three: You Don’t Always Have to be Okay:
“Yes, it’s okay not to always be okay. But it’s not okay to NEVER be okay. That’s not what God wants for us. He needs us to know he’s a good God who has good things for our lives. In fact, He wants us to be more than just okay. His word is filled with so much power and authority, with so many examples and clear statements of His goodness. It is good to say, “God is good”, but it is better to know God’s goodness.
When we’re in a position of not feeling okay, there’s a time to climb out from under the bed covers. I know it’s where we feel like staying sometimes, but if we want the breakdown to lead to the Breakthrough, we need to get up and actually go through it.”
~Nicki Koziarz
Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)
Hebrews 10:23
If you are like me, and for that fact most women, you have probably found yourself at one time or another stuck in the trap that comparison sets. I highly recommend you read this book by Nicki Koziarz.
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The Very Best Snapshots of Life
Why is it that we compare our very worst to the very best of the snapshots of life that others post? 🤔 I don’t know about you, but I’ve been guilty of doing it! 
Lord, help me today to be grateful for all that I have and not let comparison steal my joy!
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Feeling Overwhelmed?
I wanted to share something with you that I read in my devotions the other morning….
“When you feel overwhelmed, ask yourself, “Am I sacrificing my sanity or family to make this happen?”
Pray about how God wants you to spend your time. What is best for you? Your marriage? Your family? Creating healthy boundaries removes control’s talons and anchors them in freeing permission. Along with God’s prompting, only you are in charge of your calendar. Fill yourself with Him first before pouring yourself out.”
Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
Matthew 11:28-30
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Time is Free but it is Priceless
One month ago today, I sat with my grandfather as he took his last breath. It seems as if it were just yesterday, and yet it also seems as if a lot of time has passed since then.
Over the years, as an oncology nurse, I’ve been with hundreds of families as their loved ones passed. It never gets easier, and it’s much harder when it’s your own loved one.
Something that was always important to my Grampa was being on time, actually he was usually quite early. He always wore this specific type of Timex Indeglo watch. I knew that his watch was important to him which is why I asked if I could have it. Every time I look at it or hear it ticking I think about my Grampa.
The other day as I was rushing around to get out the door, l heard my Grampa’s watch calm ticking. That quiet sound brought this little poem by Harvey MacKay to my mind:
“Time is Free but it is Priceless.
You can’t own it, but you can use it.
You can’t keep it, but you can spend it.
Once you’ve lost it you can never get it back.”
I alone, choose how I will use this priceless gift of time. I can choose to laugh or to cry… to whine or rejoice…to be negative or to be positive…to be bitter or to be better. I want to use the time I have wisely and redeem my time.
Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.
Mark 13:33 Take heed, watch and pray:for we know not when the time is.
Ephesians 5:16
Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.
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