Warrior Mode Activated

I went back and forth on whether to share this post, but I can’t shake the feeling that someone out there needs to hear this. This year has been incredibly challenging for us in so many ways. And while I know —without a doubt—that God holds us in the palm of His hand, I’ll admit it’s been hard to fully let go and trust that He’s going to work it all out for our good. In moments like this, I’m reminded of the father in Mark 9:24 , who cried out to Jesus, “I believe; help my unbelief!” That verse resonates so deeply with me. I believe in God’s promises, I believe He is good, and I believe He is in control—but sometimes, my faith feels fragile. I find myself asking Him to strengthen it, to meet me in my doubts, and to help me trust Him more fully. If you’re feeling that way too, you’re not alone. God doesn’t require perfect faith—He simply invites us to come to Him as we are. And He is faithful to meet us right where we need Him. I've found this Christmas season to be difficult in ma...

One of my favorite Christmas ornaments is a large, rugged nail suspended from a red ribbon. Each year, it hangs at the heart of our tree, right next to a heart ornament. It’s not flashy, and you might not even notice it among the lights and decorations, but we know it’s there—right at the heart of our Christmas celebrations. It serves as a quiet, powerful reminder of why He came. At first glance, a nail might seem out of place among twinkling lights, shining bulbs, and festive decorations. But for our family, it’s a powerful reminder that the story of Christmas doesn’t stop at the manger. The baby born in Bethlehem came with a purpose. Jesus, fully God and fully man, came to be the Savior of the world, and that meant the cross was always part of the plan. The red ribbon represents His sacrifice—the blood He shed to redeem us. As the angel told Joseph in Matthew 1:21: “She will bear a son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.” The heart ornamen...