Tag: relationships
Unexpected Adult Things: How Did I Become the Aggressor?
Occasionally in moments of despair, we don’t know what to do with our emotion. There can be times when everything feels so out of control, we will do strange things to feel normal or in control. This is …
Unexpected Adult Things: The Adult Aggressor
It occurs to me there are some things we never outgrow from our childhood. For some, it is the reaction we have to others. Our insecurities never completely go away. We are sometimes surprised by the natural responses …
Sometimes the dirt wears on you and it hurts.
In this weird place I have been thrown in my life, the dirt is coarse and harshly abrasive. My emotions continually get the best of me. Things I have no control over seem to pile up. I …
Seeking Forgiveness
Part Two When you hurt someone, asking for forgiveness is essential. Matthew 5:23-24 23 “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, 24 leave …
The Third Thing I learned in the Desert
I normally do not have a hard time meeting new people. I can work together on a team of complete strangers for a worthy combined cause. When I was in the desert, I never expected to turn into …
The Second Thing I Learned in the Desert
When it comes to people, always guard your heart. Always. You can never hide from God, and even though you may try, you cannot hide from your own ugly truths. When you are hot, tired and emotional, your …
The First Thing I Learned in the Desert
When I visit a new place, I always like to think I can take a part of it home with me. Whether on vacation, traveling with a friend or just going on an overnight adventure, I feel the …
Leaning Into the Father
In the Arizona desert, I heard His voice. “Thank you.” He said, “You have served me well today.” I didn’t share that with anyone. I wasn’t afraid. I was just quiet. I didn’t know what to say- “Hey, …
Spiritual Friendships
Spiritual friendships are not typically something girlfriends have conversations about- unless you are already spiritually connected to one of your closest pals. The most important relationship to have spiritually is with the Holy Spirit. The second is with …
Friendships with Non Christians
There are many Scriptures which refer to how to be a friend and Gods expectations for us in our friendships. Lucky for us there are also very clear instructions on what not to do. Most of these things …
