Her Sides

I am God's Masterpiece, created to display the glory of God, and so are you. We are made in his image, formed in his likeness and equipped with gifts and resources for his purpose. Each person you see walking around the surface of this earth is a part of that purpose, a unique piece designed by an expert craftsman. Each is uniquely chiselled, hammered and hewed for a reason. And it's not the reason we sometimes think it may be - it's a purpose aligned to his will.   In the bible story of Jeremiah, reading through chapter 18, God tells Jeremiah to go on a little field trip to a Potter's house and observe this craftsman at work. Jeremiah watches as this craftsman presses, rolls, moulds, breaks and transforms this clay lump into something beautiful, something uniquely made for use.   "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11(NIV)   ...

The great thing about being a writer is you can go back and read your own articles and get some advice from yourself. I am sharing highlights from an article I wrote a while ago that's anchoring me at this point in my life. Here are three things to remember: When life throws one of its many curve balls, it leaves you spiraling.    Life's got its highs and lows .  We all go through good and bad times, but the key is to remember that there's always a brighter day ahead after the tough times.   Change is inevitable. It's  how we deal with it that matters—whether we face loss, defeat, or unexpected twists. You can learn from how others adapt and bounce back from these challenges.   Find strength in your faith.   Everything that has a beginning must have an end. For a godly person, the end is always peace. " Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace" Psalm 37:37 Lastly, it's all about perseverance and patience. Hang in t...