Recently, during a work training, a friend turned to me with a big smile and said, “I am so proud of you.” She went on to remind me of everything that had unfolded while I worked toward finishing my degree: walking through a painful divorce, losing my home, grieving the tragic murder of my niece,…
When my friend and I pushed our boards onto the lake, the water caught the light and sparkled. It was warm, the sun was straight overhead, and Mount Rainier rose in the distance, so massive and beautiful it made me think of God’s glory. It was my first try at paddleboarding, and I thought it…
Sitting in my big, cozy chair, coffee in hand, eyes fixed on the fireplace, I was stilled; not by rest, but by uncertainty. I know what it feels like to freeze, unsure of the next step. Those moments came in my marriage when life spun out of my control. They returned when I became a…
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes…” —Romans 1:16 (NIV) There’s an old poem I keep tucked in my Bible. It’s written from the perspective of someone who has died and is now wondering why their friend—someone who knew Jesus—never…
Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. — Ephesians 5:15-16 (ESV) Have you ever found yourself stuck in a routine you hate but can’t seem to escape? You sit down for just a few minutes of rest, and…
In this noisy, fast-paced world, it’s easy to forget that our bodies and the earth were both created by God—and entrusted to us. But what if our physical well-being and our care for creation aren’t separate from our faith, but expressions of it? This season, I’ve been sensing a holy invitation: we need to begin…
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.’” – John 11:25 “Dead things come alive in the name of Jesus…” This lyric has followed me for days. It echoes in my thoughts when I’m doing dishes, hums through my heart…
“Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4 (NKJV) We’re told to feed our bodies regularly—breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks in between. We know hunger when we feel it: stomach growls, low energy, mood swings. But what about our spiritual hunger? It’s far…
I was sitting in my cozy living room chair, coffee in hand, the house still quiet as the sun peeked over the horizon. Like most mornings, I started my day with a few moments of Scripture, a breath of prayer, and that familiar scroll through social media. But that particular morning, something felt different. As…
“Don’t be afraid,” Elisha told him. “For there are more on our side than on theirs.” Then Elisha prayed, “O Lord, open his eyes and let him see!” The Lord opened the young man’s eyes, and when he looked up, he saw that the hillside around Elisha was filled with horses and chariots of fire.”…
Freedom is one of the most cherished words in the human vocabulary. It stirs our hearts, shapes our identities, and sparks revolutions. But for those who follow Jesus, true freedom in Christ transcends national liberty or political independence. It is deeper, richer, and eternal. At Living Faith Fearlessly, we believe this freedom is not merely the…