Everyone’s potential is uniquely their own.  We all have different strengths and weaknesses to refine if we are up to the challenge.  If we are open, Jesus will work with us to help us reach our highest potential.  It is important for me to set aside some time to focus on my physical and mental self, but sometimes I forget to think about how others perceive me.  How well am I communicating to others and how well am I received? It is a challenge, but I work at shutting out all the chaos around me and focusing on refining…

Each of us has a purpose in life.  It is unlikely that we will leave this earth before our purpose is fulfilled.  The difficult part is we don’t usually know our purpose.  As we walk our intended path, it becomes clearer, but it is often not disclosed.    As I become more prayerful my path becomes more clear.  That doesn’t mean I understand my purpose or have a clear direction regarding God’s plan for me.  But I am able to better move forward as I wait for the plan to be unveiled.  When I surrender control to Jesus…

As I prepare for a celebration of freedom I look forward to a time of unity and inclusion.  Being inclusive to all, yet refueling in the comfort of those who understand me.  Surrounding myself with people who are like-minded and live with love.    Other than my children and my father, I rarely see those who know me the best.  Those who unconditionally accept me for who I am understand that we don’t have to see or talk to each other to stay connected.   Our community has an incredible celebration for July 4th.  Most years the celebration continues throughout…

God pushes us to achieve our full potential revealing our hidden strengths and molding us for our purpose.  The more I rely on Jesus the more strength and potential I reveal.    Through prayer, I let go of the things I think are right for me and give control to Jesus.  Walking away from what I want to do to follow my intended path.  Leaving some of my dreams behind believing that Jesus will guide me to my purpose.   Being open to God’s plan is wonderful.  Blindly accepting my path before knowing my purpose is challenging.  The most difficult part…