One of my favorite things about living free in Christ is the fact that I am free from lies that once held me captive. Have you ever heard any of these lies? You'll never change. What's wrong with you? (making you believe you are wrong for existing) You're a failure. You're worthless. You're a train wreck. You make a mess out of Continue Reading
Free To Forgive
(day 17 of my 31 day blog series: Live Free. ) Today I'm thinking about how much forgiveness plays a huge part in me living a free life. So instead of writing a new post, I'm sharing one (longer than usual) that I originally wrote for Ungrind.com back in 2008. My hope is that if you're struggling with unforgiveness that my story will Continue Reading
Free From Shame
(This is day 1 of a 31 day blog series titled Live Free. ) When I think about living free, the first thing I think of is living free from shame. Yep, I'm going right to the deep, dark topic of shame because that's the first thing that needs to go in order for me to live free. Because shame steals my ability to enjoy my life. Shame shouts and Continue Reading
What I’m Learning Through a Season of Defeat
Confession: I've spent the better part of this year with a bad attitude. Stressed from money going out the window. Overwhelmed by our remodeling mess. Mad at myself for being so indecisive. Tired. Disillusioned, defeated, and discouraged. Impatient, irritated and often critical. Isolated on purpose. Wanting to run away from everyone and disappear Continue Reading
Shame Steals, Jesus Heals
Father God, I pray for those who are stuck in shame today. I pray they discover the truth that will set them free: Your Love Letter, Your Word. I pray for a greater freedom and joy in their lives; no more bondage to beliefs that steal, kill and destroy. I pray for those who hide under a cloak of worthlessness to find themselves covered in a new Continue Reading
Your Secret Can’t Stop God
Do you have a secret that is affecting your peace of mind? Does something you've said or done years ago make you feel unworthy or dirty still today? Do you have a regret that pins you in a corner, shouting, "Shame on you"? If so, I understand. I spent years stuck in self hatred and remorse. I allowed my secrets to bleed through Continue Reading