Pressed, Not Defeated

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  We just finished the Daniel Fast, and it seemed as though I was being pressed on every side. For a moment, I found myself becoming frustrated. Everything that mattered to me appeared to demand my attention all at once. The distractions felt relentless. Then something shifted. I believe it was something my nephew said that reminded me of Jesus' own experience. After fasting for forty days and forty nights, Satan came to tempt Him. The enemy didn't show up before the fast—he came afterward, attempting to weaken Jesus' resolve and redirect His focus. In that moment, I began to see my own situation differently. This wasn't simply a series of unfortunate events. It felt like another attempt by the enemy to pull my attention away from what matters most—to distract me from prayer, to weaken my faith, to consume my thoughts with the things closest to my heart until I lost sight of God's presence. But I refuse to sink. Like Peter stepping onto the water, I know what happen...

Thankful For The Journey

 


I'm very thankful to have made it this far on my journey.
It wasn’t easy—but with God, all things are possible.

I have learned so many lessons. I’ve been burned for being “nice.”
Funny how the origin of “nice” actually meant foolish
I’m not “nice” anymore. 😁 I’m wise now.

I am becoming who I was born to be.
With every attack from the enemy, I’ve stood firmer in my faith—
faith in the unseen that protects me, leads me, and prepares me
for a life that’s whole, not fragmented.

Focusing on what truly matters to me
has opened up endless possibilities on the horizon—
inviting me to live a life of real meaning.

"A work in progress" has always been my theme.
There were times when my mind, heart, and soul
felt shattered beyond repair…
but here I am—healing, hopeful, and excited for what’s ahead.

Despite the chaos in the world around me, I know who I am.
I know what I want. I know my worth.
And I will never settle for less than I deserve again.

Most of all—God loves me.
And that alone is enough.

So I’ll keep showing up—
for my assignment, for the work I was born to do,

and for those who are ready to receive the love I carry.

Your healing matters. Your voice matters. You matter.

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