Life after a toxic relationship - whether it’s a dating relationship, marriage, or something else - has its challenges.
Not only do we suddenly face creating a new life for ourselves, but we’re carrying a lot of baggage. There’s often deep wounds that need healed; an identity that needs rediscovered; and a survivor mindset that’s been prevalent for way too long. We want to thrive, but the question is how? ….
As I know from personal experience, Valentine’s Day can be a lonely affair.
Our hearts long for that special someone, but God hasn’t yet brought the right man into our lives. Meanwhile, it feels as if everyone else is either dating or married.
So, what can a single lady do? ….
How we partner with God determines a lot in our walk with Him.
Sure, God can supernaturally provide for His kids. (And often does!) But, holistically, He wants us to partner *with* Him as we also depend *on* Him. God values His relationship with us, and also wants us to be actively involved in His Kingdom work.
But what exactly does it mean to partner with God? ….
With a new year comes New Year’s resolutions. Defining goals - especially at the beginning of a new year - is definitely a worthy endeavor. But as Jesus empowered women, we need to aim higher by ensuring that we’re seeking God’s plan for this year. …
Following Jesus requires stepping out of our comfort zone and taking risks. Easier said than done, right? And it can be especially challenging if we’re worried about repeating history.
For example, even if He’s done a great transformative work in us, how do we know that we won’t make more bad choices? How do we recognize the right kind of risks in the first place - the ones that align with God’s plans? …
Trusting God’s plan can be difficult - especially when it differs from our own. For example, this past year He called me to get a new job and then move from OH to WA. This required that I temporarily put down my calling.
Trusting God’s plan can also be hard when it doesn’t work out the way we anticipate. I moved 2,000 miles assuming God was bringing my boyfriend and I together - only for the relationship to end shortly after I arrived.
In situations like these, it can be tempting to feel like God just has it all wrong .…
