Category: Lessons Learned

Can People Trust You?

Can People Trust You?

“Don’t tell anyone.” Has anyone ever said that to you before? I’ve gotten that request about as many times as I’ve made it, which is a lot. I’m a fairly private person (I know, it’s God’s sense of humor that…

Above Reproach

Above Reproach

“What in my life is not okay anymore?” That’s the question Havilah Cunnington recently challenged me to ask God in one of her books. I know I’m not perfect. Oh, how aware of that fact I am. Most of the…

Tips for Memorizing Scripture

Tips for Memorizing Scripture

Several months ago, a friend challenged me to memorize a book of the Bible with her. Yes, you read that right: an entire book of the Bible. I wasn’t really sure I could do it (Obviously I had a very…

Just Think Where You Could Be 10 Years From Now…

Just Think Where You Could Be 10 Years From Now…

Last week not only marked the start of a new year, but a new DECADE. Can you believe it? I’ve been reflecting a lot on the last decade of my life. It was quite a ride! And it wasn’t quite…

Why I Keep a Thankfulness Journal

Why I Keep a Thankfulness Journal

Last week I talked about hard seasons and how even the hardest ones have purpose if they bear fruit. Several years ago, I was in the middle of a difficult season. I had lost a lot and it seemed like…

17 Friendship Lessons I’ve Learned

17 Friendship Lessons I’ve Learned

I’ve struggled to make and keep friends my entire life. Some of my struggles have been situational – friends have moved away or we’ve just lost touch. But my own personality has also been a big factor. I’m a shy…

What Promised Land Are You Already Living In?

What Promised Land Are You Already Living In?

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Lies I’ve Believed

Lies I’ve Believed

I’m insecure. There, I said it. I don’t know that a lot of people realize just how much, but even when I try to hide it, stuff it, and fake my way out of it – there it is. I…

The Truth Always Comes Out

The Truth Always Comes Out

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How to Guard Your Heart

How to Guard Your Heart

Growing up in the church, I heard the phrase “Guard your heart!” tossed around frequently. I was sure it was good advice, but I wasn’t always exactly sure what it meant. As a teenager, I thought guarding your heart just…