Through the Lens of Faith

We all need someone who will stick by us in thick and thin. Many of us have been lucky enough to have multiple people who support us in life. It’s so important in the journey of faith to have supportive people in our lives. We can’t do this alone. The scripture says where two or…

It always amazes me to see how people come together. We have all been through trials and tribulations in our lives. And when we see others going through something similar or something that feels familiar, it can help us on our own journey to be there for others. In a world where there is so…

We all need to recharge once in awhile. There are many ways we can recharge. Talking to a trusted friend can give us a boost, especially on days when we are feeling rundown. Going for a walk in nature can bring us a sense of peace we may have been struggling to find. Maybe for…

Sometimes you just need to take a seat and regroup. We are constantly on the go. We don’t seem to stop for very long when we do take a minute to relax. I try to use the metro rail to get to places. It beats being stuck in traffic and challenging my nerves on some…

What does it take for you to keep things together? Do you find it easier to do so by yourself or ndo you rely on others to help you? Sometimes we need both options. Taking a break to breathe and keep it together on your own may provide you space to find out what you…

For some, this winter may have been a tough season. Many have been stuck in snow or cold weather for a long time. The official season of spring will be here soon. I can hardly wait for green buds to form and flowers to start bringing light and color to our world again. What season…

One of my favorite passages says “We walk by faith and not by sight.” It can be very comforting at times when I can’t really see where I’m going in my journey. So much of life is a mystery. If we walk by faith, we are sure to have the best guide along the way.…

What fences us in? What keeps us from being free? A fence can be a good thing when it keeps out unwanted or dangerous things. Yet we have to be aware there is a gate, the one that can help you move from captivity to freedom. What do you need to keep the fence gate…

We all have broken places within us. There are places where we think we may never find healing. Yet one should never give up the hope or believe that we will be made whole again. The holes in our hearts that were touched by challenges beyond our control will once again be sealed. With time…

If you were to hold court, in a sense, who would surround you? Would you prefer to be surrounded by other like-minded people? Or would you prefer to hold court with people who are different than you? Each way can provide you with as much insight as you provide to those who are around you.…

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