This past week my college Bible study girls hit the pages of my blog to find posts that related to their life and posts that they connected with. Besides obviously being flattered, I was nervous that my words, the stories of my life were going to be read, processed and repeated. Now let me be … Continue reading
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…dear sisters…
As some of you know, I work in Greek Life at a university and I am a Panhellenic sorority woman myself. Sorority recruitment starts today, and this is my favorite time of year. It’s so exciting to see all the excited new members find their letters, a sisterhood for life, and a home away from … Continue reading
…do not worry…
“Then Jesus said to his disciples: ‘Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear. For life is more than food, and the body more than clothes. Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn; yet … Continue reading
…contentment…
Keep your lives from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” –Hebrews 13:5 I’m learning in this in-between waiting period that God is working in my life to shape my trust in Him, to learn to align … Continue reading
…pep talk…
As some of you may know, I’m in the process of job searching and seeing where I am meant to go next. Mind you, I am super thankful for the job that I have now and the work that I get to do, but I’m looking to continue to grow as professional and to take … Continue reading
…summer reminders…
I love summers mainly because I get to spend so much time outdoors in the beautiful sunny weather, and I am so grateful for not having to worry about scraping snow off my car in the morning. My summers are filled with long hikes, evening walks with picture perfect sunsets, running outside with a cool … Continue reading
…words…
Words can cut. People can be mean. They can use words to hurt, to scar, to demean, and to put down. Using gossip, sarcasm, name-calling, and swearing. Words can create. People can be build up. They can use words to praise, support, and encourage. Using compliments, positive affirmation, truth-telling, and laughter. Watch your words. They … Continue reading
…easier said than done…
There are some things that are ‘easier said than done.’ As though it rolls off the tongue with great intention and ease, however, putting those words into action proves to be much more challenging. Easier said than done things for me would be losing that five pounds that would make my jeans feel a little … Continue reading
…imitation…
Be imitators, of God Therefore, As dearly loved children And live a life of love,Just as Christ Loved us and gave Himself for us As a fragrant offering And sacrifice To God. Ephesians 5:1-2 Be like God. For that reason, As you are His chosen beloved Live love daily Resembling Christ who gave all To … Continue reading
…authenticity…
Being authentic. Authentic is often used as a buzz word to describe when one’s actions align with being true and honest to who they are and what they are all about. It gets tossed around so often for it to have much meaning anymore these days. We strive for authenticity, but how often are we … Continue reading
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