Her Sides

At the core of who we are—beneath our appearance, our accomplishments, our possessions, and even the roles we play—is our soul. It is the essence of who we are. And when God created us, He created something beautiful. A soul capable of joy, hope, creativity, love, compassion, kindness, and connection. He placed His light within humanity and created us in His image. There is something about the soul of a child that gives us a glimpse of this beauty in its purest form. A baby enters the world innocent and open—ready to love, trust, laugh, explore, and receive love without reservation. But then life happens. We experience disappointment. Rejection. Betrayal. Failure. Loss. Shame. Regret. Words are spoken that we cannot unhear. People we trusted hurt us. Dreams we believed in don't happen the way we imagined. And sometimes, without realizing it, we begin allowing those experiences to change us. It is as though life fires arrows at the soul. One arrow becomes...

Peace, a divine gift from God, is often disrupted by external turmoil characterized by our everyday lives. But maintaining inner peace amidst life's challenges is crucial for our holistic well-being. In my journey, I've learned to cultivate and sustain my peace through connection with God. Philippians 4:6 reminds us of God's surpassing peace, accessible through trust and surrender. God's presence, the assurance of God's companionship, offers solace and joy as we go along our journeys and when life disrupts us. By consciously staying connected to God throughout the day, through mindful prayers, one can experience His comforting presence, joy, and the strength to keep going. You can keep your passion for living ablaze, fueled by alignment with God-given purpose. As you go through your day, week, and even year, strive to keep your peace - guard it so nothing disturbs it. Only a peaceful person can experience a purposeful, joyful life. So, if you seek peace, turn to God...