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Welcome to Episode Four of "Faithfully Focused."
Have you ever felt anxious? Have you ever felt THIS way, like I have?
"I’m STUCK in the memories of my past, the chaos of my present and the worries of future circumstances. I feel confused and unable to be logical."

We don't have to live this way! We are all dying a little more inside each day as ANXIETY and Stress consumes our souls. We try, we cry and we demand easy and stress free living but nothing changes. It's time to stop allowing anxiety to consume us and to release all our problems to God; allowing God's perfect peace to embrace and lead us in all our ways. How do we do this?
Listen to THIS podcast and find out the antidote to anxiety!
Hint......... It's Faith!

"Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7)


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Finally, it's here! Welcome to Episode Three of "Faithfully Focused!"
This episode is called, "The Power of Kindness."
It's taken me awhile to get this one down. Oh, don't worry, I will be spending my lifetime learning about kindness; that's why it's taken me so long to get to this podcast.
Studying and putting kindness into practice is not easy! 

Listening to this podcast will teach you how kindness impacts the world and helps others to see the love, grace, goodness and mercy of Christ. You will discover that kindness is powerful and it also connects us to our Savior. So, lets get moving; you will be blessed as you find out the benefits of kindness.

"Dear Children, let's not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions." (1 John 3:18)

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Welcome to Episode two of my podcast! 
My podcast is called, “Faithfully Focused” .  
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This episode is called, "Embracing Life with Passion!"
Be highly encouraged as you learn how to embrace life with passion; no matter what your circumstances look like or how you feel. You are an overcomer in Christ Jesus and you possess the power, joy and strength inside your spirit to do the impossible!
This is going to ignite your soul on fire for Jesus!
Lets Go!!

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Breathe THIS scripture deep into your spirit & soul. 
"God the Father knew you and chose you long ago, and his Spirit has made you holy.
As a result, you have obeyed him and have been cleansed by the blood of Jesus Christ. May God give you more and more grace and peace."
Realize that we are chosen & called by God to do great works by His power & spirit & not by our own strength.
Allow the words "grace" & "peace" to embrace your soul, as you become more aware that these things are gifts coming from our Father above. Stop trying so hard, relax & delight in the sweet presence of our God. Be at peace today as grace keeps you grounded in your faith; as you allow God to lead, guide & work all things out for His good.
Amen!

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Hi Friends!
Welcome to my First Podcast EVER!
My podcast is called, “Faithfully Focused” .  It is also available on itunes where you can listen and subscribe!

Episode one is called; “Is Your Life Normal?”

This podcast is a dream, desire, goal and accomplishment only made possible by Jesus Christ.
I am forever grateful for every listener.

The day I recorded this first podcast wasn’t a great day; it was a challenging day coming out of a horrible week.
I can’t promise a lot of enthusiasm or much passion in my voice in this one; but I can promise the word of God,
hope and a message that will speak to your soul.

My goal is to publish weekly podcasts regarding the topics God puts on my heart!

There is hope for today as we intentionally keep our minds, eyes and hearts “Faithfully Focused” on Jesus.
Listen, enjoy, share and please leave comments or suggestions! Thank you!

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Sometimes there's a powerful force raging against us. It pushes us down, creates confusion and fear; anxiety, panic or worry over something we can't control or even distinguish. This force is a very real, present and unseen evil. This is the enemy of our souls and his ploy against us. The enemy tries to keep us from moving forward in life; he doesn't want us pressing into God and growing into all God created us to be. He will use whatever means is available to him; he comes to kill, steal and destroy us. (John 10:10)

It is very important that we recognize the enemy. "Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour." (1 Peter 5:8)  We need to understand that we aren't crazy and our feelings are real. We aren't alone in this struggle of emotional turmoil or anguish. Many people go through this same thing; and God is with us. We have to press into God, pray, read His word and push past the negativity; no matter how we feel. It is difficult; but with God all things are possible, and God is our strength in our weakness.

To defeat the enemy we must stay near to God with a thankful heart. "Draw near to God and God will draw near to you." (James 4:8) Thank Him for all we have, pray for ourselves and our family members. Thank God for every beat of our hearts and praise Him inside our spirits or even out loud. Proclaim and declare that Christ is our Savior and we've been bought with the blood of Jesus. We are covered, protected and a child of God. "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." (James 4:7)

See my friends, this morning I felt down, sick and defeated. I was on the verge of a panic attack that was coming from nowhere; but God helped me and set me free! He opened my eyes to the schemes of the enemy and gave me wisdom in what I needed to do.
Because of Jesus; I am free!

I refuse to hide my pain and struggles. I believe we can help each other by sharing good times and the bad. I want to help you. I want you to know weeping may come for a night but “joy comes in the morning.” (Psalm 30:5) 


Dear God,
Life's challenges, problems and stresses can consume me at times. I end up thinking about my problems and worrying more than I spend time in prayer with you. Please remind and teach me to pray instead of worry. Help me to remember how big and powerful you are and that nothing is too hard for you. I know you are all I need and there is nothing impossible for you. Renew my mind, purify my heart and help me focus on you instead of my circumstances. Thank you for your faithfulness and goodness. You are worthy of all honor, praise and glory. Amen

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"Why I’m Perfectly at Ease Being God’s Awkward Girl"

​Awkward Moments
Hopefully I'm not alone in this, but I constantly get the feeling that I never outgrew my "awkward phase" (which I was looking forward to in junior high!). Without fail I am clumsy and embarrass easily. I hardly ever say the right thing in the right moment, and even when I do, I don't stop talking soon enough. That look that people get when they're politely checking for an escape route makes me want to cringe! For instance, at church recently. When I should have simply nodded my head and smiled when the message was being explained to me, I instead said something I intended to be witty. It was quite less, though, and ended up seeming more questioning and sarcastic. "BOO, awkward self!".  However, there is hope.

Self Editing
As a literacy major and a writer I constantly critique my work. As a Jesus follower, likewise, I am forever critiquing my actions and my heart. With crowds filtering into the sanctuary, I was still dwelling on my words in self pity when one of my pastors walked up with a kind smile. I couldn't help but tell him all about my insecurities as I wondered if I would ever outgrow being God's awkward girl. In our brief but enlightening discussion, I was able to come away with three crucial truths.

Awkward Truths

1. Being awkward is a sign of growing pains, and boy do I need to grow! There have been so many times in my life during which I feel as though my growth is stunted somehow. During these empty times, a single common factor was that I was always using other people as a mirror. In reality, what I needed to be doing was using God as my mirror. I love the description in 1 Peter 2:2, which tells "Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation.". We are all growing into something. As such, we need to ensure that our images reflect such.
2. Feelings of awkwardness often occur during childhood, and I adore being a child of God! In Mark 10:15 it is proclaimed "Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.". Even though God wants us to grow, he wants us to realize that we can never outgrow being his children. As such, we should rejoice in the innocent freedom that this can bring!
3. Being awkward keeps me humble. In Psalm 25:9 it states "He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way". One of my most prayed prayers have been for Him to show me His way...what he wants me to do. In staying humble, I increase the likelihood of his guidance.

So I doubt that I will ever outgrow my "awkward phase". While I used to view this as a hindrance, I am now able to see that it is one of God's gifts.

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Sometimes I get jealous and angry when I see women experiencing things in life I never had the opportunity to do. Beautiful weddings, happy family events, family reunions, hugging and laughing with parents, looking so beautiful and content in their pictures and sounding happy and amazingly joyous in all they say and do.

BUT.... then I remember I'm hearing and seeing the "HIGHLIGHT REEL" of their lives.
I don't know what they've gone through to get where they are; I don't know what's really going on inside them; I can't see what happened five minutes before the picture or five minutes later when they are yelling at their husband or getting a tragic phone call.

Then I remember, even if they are happy, successful, content and enjoying those amazing times in life; who am I to judge them or envy their blessings? So I pray!
"Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 )

I count my own blessings and thank God for all he has brought me through and blessed me with. I ask God to purify my heart and renew my mind; forgive me of jealousy, envy and discontentment. I ask God to heal my brokenness and help me to celebrate and be happy for people and with them instead of being angry or jealous. 
"Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep." (Romans 12:15)

I ask God to give me his heart to love; his eyes to see; his words to speak; his hands and feet to do his work. I say God, "I surrender all to you! I love you and thank you for this precious gift of life. Forgive me for ever feeling sorry for myself or any jealousy inside me. Fill me with your love, peace, power, and bless my life greatly in Jesus name!
I am thankful; I am appreciative; I am loved and I am yours.
​I love you Jesus." Amen!

"Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again--rejoice!"
(Philippians 4:4)

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Many of us are living in a whirl-wind of chaos trying to keep up with perfectionism and over- achievement.  An “all-or-nothing” mindset often motivates us to take on more than we can handle. But there is hope and help available.

As a perfectionist, I confess that I'm not at all perfect! I can’t meet all the expectations I place on myself and I can't live up to the standards of the world.
Instead, I'm learning to live in the freely given grace and mercy of God. I'm learning the necessity of being patient with myself and trusting God. I'm living in faith one day at a time, discovering who I am in Christ and asking Him to keep me grounded in my faith; while He teaches me to have balance in all things.

Learning who I am  in Christ sets me free to be me; and this freedom helps me accomplish the more important things in life! Those things are of eternal value and only God can give me the wisdom, discernment and guidance to open my eyes to see them!

Let's Pray!
Dear God,
There is always something more to do. Please teach me how to live life in the moment with a content spirit. Remind me that I am a new creation in Christ Jesus and you are my strength in my weakness; and that I only have to take on what you put on my heart, living to please you. Fill me with your peace, anoint me with the oil of your joy, and renew my mind. Forgive me for any efforts I make to add or take away from the process you are working out for my good. Remove my perfectionist mindset and give rest to my soul. Give me more patience and peace as I learn to live your ways. Amen.

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I choose to believe in every word of the Bible;
I choose to believe in JESUS Christ as my RISEN Savior;
I choose to put my faith, trust & hope in JESUS! 
I'm not embarrassed or ashamed to stand for JESUS & live my life for Him!
I will never promise you perfection or admit that I can walk in or handle this life alone! I need JESUS everyday and at all times. 
The fact is that as a CHRISTIAN; people will judge me,
criticize and point fingers at me.
And I'm okay with that because I know JESUS personally.
I know for WHO and WHAT I stand!
I'm okay with knowing my eternity is secure in Heaven
and this world is not my permanent home! 
I'm okay with JESUS and He is okay with me!
All is well with my Soul! ❤️
Amen!

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