I know how hard it is to be in a low valley you can't see your way out of. But there’s always a way with God.

Stay close to Him. Stay close to people who love Him. He will make a miraculous way, friend. One that you couldn’t have imagined. One that is perfectly timed & planned.

They say time heals—and I think this can be true—but only if healing is truly the goal.

Time grows the seeds that are planted, watered, and fertilized. Plant beauty, grow beauty. Plant thorns, grow thorns. Time will allow for either.

Let's ask the Lord to help us plant wisely.

God’s ways are sometimes opposite of what we want and expect. But we can absolutely trust that His ways are best.

Let’s remember to consider what God’s purposes are and align our expectations and desires around His.

Sometimes harsh and unnecessary criticism says more about that person’s insecurities than our inadequacies. We can consider the source of this criticism and discern if this person is offering their criticism to help us or intending to hurt us.

God's not ignoring you, sweet friend. He's leaning in close to listen.

“I waited patiently for the Lᴏʀᴅ;
he inclined to me and heard my cry.
He drew me up from the pit of destruction,
out of the miry bog,
and set my feet upon a rock,
making my steps secure.”
Psalm 40:1–2 ESV

God gives us today grace. Tomorrow’s grace will be there waiting on us.

So, live in today without carrying the weight of tomorrow, too.

3 truths we can remember when we’re facing a disappointment and questioning God’s goodness through it all:

1. God is our provider.
2. God’s provision is always what we need but not always what we want.
3. God’s provision protects our heart.

Where there is chaos, there’s usually a lack of boundaries. Right now, you can listen to the introduction of my new book, “Good Boundaries and Goodbyes” and begin learning to love others without losing the best of who you are. Listen here: bit.ly/3WdB6OP

When circumstances make my heart feel busted up, I've learned I have to trust God. I know He has a plan and in time it will be good.

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Whether our faith feels strong today or not, we can trust God at all times.

He isn’t shocked or surprised by those places where we’re doubting His promises, His provision, or His presence.

Let’s ask Him to help us grow in faith today.

I don’t have to have all the answers to have faith.

A gentle reminder for my heart tonight… and maybe even for yours.

'For we live by faith, not by sight.' 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NIV)

If I want to be a woman of compassion, good boundaries will help me be more compassionate.

If I want to be a woman of grace, good boundaries will help me be more gracious.

If I want to be a woman of forgiveness, good boundaries will help me be more forgiving.

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God will accomplish good even when life doesn’t look good or feel good. Even if we can’t see it, I pray we’ll choose to believe it.

'And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.' Romans 8:28 (NIV)

Truths God wants us to hear in the midst of uncertainty:

I AM FOREVER FAITHFUL. (Psalm 146:6)
I AM WITH YOU. (Isaiah 41:10)
I AM HOLDING YOU. (Psalm 73:23)
I AM YOUR HIDING PLACE. (Psalm 32:7)

Which truth do you need most right now?

If I want real honesty, I have to ask the Holy Spirit to show me real truth. You can read my full devotion on Proverbs 31 here:bit.ly/3gHaiGc

I know this is hard. But you’re gonna make it. I’m gonna make it. Healing is possible.

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