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I tend to enjoy being around people who understand commitment. People who have priorities, trust and follow through with what is important to them. Although our priorities may differ, I appreciate someone who is committed to what they believe to be important. For example, I respect those who are committed to the environment, education, research, service, etc. When we understand our priorities, we are able to better manage our lives. Although my main priorities (my faith, family, and career) do not change as I walk through life, things within those categories often ebb and flow with the season I am…
Lately, I find myself surrendering daily to Jesus. I pray for continued strength to be guided by faith. It is often the toughest route, sometimes the longest route, and usually a route where I have little prior knowledge as to why this is my path. For me, making sure I stay on course is the most difficult part. I have to be patient yet be open to trying different paths. I don’t sit around waiting for answers, I explore paths that present themselves and pray for guidance. Sometimes the path is clear and other times it is rather foggy…
I had the opportunity to hear Dr. Issam Nemeh speak on True Faith this past weekend. He encourages living our faith daily. Not turning on and off our faith when it works best for us, but choosing to live by faith. Living by faith takes commitment. When things are going well, I remind myself to thank Jesus. As things change direction and become difficult I thank Jesus for carrying me through the tough times. I continue to thank Jesus for the strength to believe and experience true faith. Dr. Nemeh spoke on having the right state of mind and having…
My faith is my first priority under all circumstances. We are living in a world of change and many unknowns. COVID-19 has redefined and intensified the unknown. Stretching one to think more carefully about how one lives life. Rethinking what used to be normal everyday tasks. Led by faith, but initiated with prayer. 1. Prayer As I continue to find strength in prayer, prayer begins to consume my thoughts. At first, prayer was inserted into my day when I saw a need. I became addicted to prayer as I continued to see results and opportunities. Where once I intentionally…
As I watched the streaming of Hamilton, one particular line stood out to me. The line was “Talk less, smile more.” Although the perfect line for the play, what came to my mind was “Talk less, listen more.” Listen to gain an understanding I listen to others so I can understand what people are going through and so that I can learn from their experiences. Listening is simple, but not always easy. I enjoy learning about what is important to those around me and have a listening ear when one needs to vent. The challenging part comes with all the…
If I don’t believe what I can see, how do I believe what I can’t see? I observe people not believing in themselves, not believing that they are beautiful, not believing that they are smart, and not believing that they can accomplish great things. I see people who have lost weight look into the mirror and not see that they have lost anything despite the fact that the scale is evidence of success. I have witnessed gorgeous people of all shapes and sizes look into the mirror and not believe that they are beautiful. I know people who…
In my opinion, one of the most difficult things to do is to let go of control. To let go of accomplishing my dreams, and my way, and allow myself to trust in faith that my intended path will take me to far greater places. I know that I have to be willing to let go of my specific wants and dreams to be blessed with far more than I ever could imagine. I don’t feel as though I have given up on my dreams. I altered my dreams, walked in faith down paths that I would not have…
The message I heard loud and clear this week is to be the light. Shine a light on those around you, share hope, and radiate love. I have shared Dr. Issam Nemeh’s words of wisdom in several blogs. This past week I listened to a message where he encouraged us to shine and bring hope to others, particularly during this difficult time. At a time when anger, hate, fear, and depression are on the rise, it is a priority to continue to love others. Dr. Nemeh highlighted three areas of concentration; surrender everything to Jesus, have true faith, and…
I am not always prepared for change, but dealing with change is a lot easier with the right perspective. Normally our house is full of people over the holidays, but life has taken the girls and me down a different path over the last few years. In the past, this weekend would be the kick-off for summertime guests, a house full of people, and lots of hustle and bustle. It was the middle of the afternoon on Memorial Day and I found myself floating in our pool… alone. Interestingly enough, the change was not troublesome, it was peaceful. As…
We are experiencing a time when reassuring people with a hug is limited to your immediate isolation “family.” It is a time when many of us need that closeness, but some of our normal avenues of comfort are not readily available to us. Looking at my own family I am incredibly impressed at how they have adapted to what has been imposed on all of us these past few months. Although none of us know what is in our future, I find myself giving reassurance that we will embrace whatever becomes our new normal. I see a world full of…