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It’s brilliant and easy to display a perfectly happy and charming presence on social media; but follow me around for a week and you’ll be certain to get a genuine view of my authenticity. While your reality may look different than mine, I can assure you it’s also similar. We have good days and bad days. We say and do things we should and shouldn’t. We love some and can’t stand others. We do what we say and sometimes we don’t. We follow the rules and sometimes we disobey them. Sometimes we succeed but sometimes we fail. Truthfully, none of us have it altogether, but we like to make it appear that way. We enjoy sharing glorious moments, laughter and celebrations much more than letting people see our screw ups, weaknesses and failures. But this is where I want to be different! This is where I understand how being vulnerable helps us grow and recognize truth in us. So allow me to share a glimpse into my reality today.

I’m angry, hurt, frustrated and feeling unjustified. What started off as a straightforward agreement between my husband and me regarding one of our children, ended in a heated, angry argument. We’ve been through enough marital counseling to know how to be productive and fair in a disagreement; but needless to say, that’s not easy to practice in an explosion of emotions. While he says I’m being irrational and emotional; I’m saying he is treating one child differently and going back on our agreement. While all the while the love of Christ is NOT shining through our hearts and the atmosphere of peace in our home isn’t even a fleeting thought. It’s now a battle of who gets their way and why; while each demands they are right.

Our argument happened HOURS ago and I still don’t know the outcome or have the answers. But I do know what I am supposed to do and how to handle it. I know that in order to gain peace back into my soul, marriage and home; I must pray and submit myself to God and His will, letting go of my own agenda and releasing all my pride. I know that instead of focusing on my feelings, I need to focus on the word of God and pray for him to soften our hearts. I know that holding onto anger, unforgiveness and bitterness is unproductive and has never won an argument before; but the love of God never fails.”(Psalm 136:1)  I also know it’s all easier said than done; but God is my strength in my weakness. “Each time he said, "My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness." So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. (2 Corinthians 12:9)

And while I’d love to sulk around, stay mad, prove my point and be the one who comes out right; God wants me to act in love and compassion, giving grace and mercy as he gives me. I know from past experiences that in these momentary trials that seem so trivial and ridiculous; they are truly moments of opportunity that tests my faith and obedience. I don’t have to live to prove myself to anyone; but I need to live to please the one who loves me more than anyone else.

I don’t want to be a hypocrite. I don’t want to preach the word to you and not live it out. I don’t want to give you fake smiling pictures of me while my heart holds onto unforgiveness, keeping me from living out God’s calling. I don’t want to make you believe I have it all together, when I simply do not! And I don’t want to pray and ask God to meet all my needs and expect him to pour out blessing upon, me when I won’t even obey his word.

 The Bible says this; “But when you are praying, first forgive anyone you are holding a grudge against, so that your Father in heaven will forgive your sins, too." (Mark 11:25)

So it’s time to push my feelings aside, surrender my pride and do what God says. It’s time to do what hurts for a moment but produces fruit, faith and peace. I’m going to forgive and move forward, upholding an attitude of love and kindness just as Jesus instructs me to do! I am going to forgive and say, “I’m sorry.”

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What I’m sure of while trekking through life is that I want to do nothing less than live for Jesus Christ. This life is not my own and I must be intentional and diligent to love Jesus and people more.
“For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” (Philippians 1:21)

I’m desperately aware of my need to respond differently than I do at times. I want to respond and act in love, compassion, with a positive attitude and with an always present peace in my spirit. I want to live for eternity and not temporal things. I want and need Jesus to help me set my mind on things above and not on earthly things.
 
Life is short and I understand this reality. I believe I’m aware of this truth more than I’d like to be. While I want to live free, enjoying everything around me, including myself; I can’t waste anything. There’s no time for that. I can’t waste the beautiful gift of living, serving and knowing Christ and sharing it with others. 

I’ve never lost a loved one, but I’ve watched others go through this traumatic and life altering experience.  I can’t understand or fully comprehend their pain, suffering and grief; but I pray for them and realize only the overwhelming love and comfort of God can heal and help them. This is one of the most eye opening, foundation shaking, and spiritual awakening situations for people. This is a time to reevaluate, reorder, prioritize and make changes for the glory of God.
Because at the end of this life on earth; the only things that will remain of our existence here, are the works we’ve done for the Lord. 

It's time to re-examine life. It’s time to put things in order. It’s time to change our thinking and behavior and allow God to do great works in us and through us. It’s time because we have the time right now. Some have no more time; some will be out of time sooner than they know. But this is the TRUTH;
“How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow? Your life is like the morning fog--it's here a little while, then it's gone.” (James 4:14)

This is a sweet and gentle, yet firm and timely word of confirmation. You can’t remain complacent, there is a world in need of God’s all consuming love, mercy and grace. You are the hands and feet of Christ Jesus. You have responsibilities and a powerful God who gives you the strength, endurance, perseverance and provisions to do His works. Allow the Holy Spirit to speak to you and lead you in new and exuberant ways. 
 It’s never too late, if you have today!

“For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” (Ephesians 2:10)

Where ever you walk, walk in love.
Whomever you meet, greet and leave with an attitude of love.
Whatever you do, do it in love.
Whenever you leave, leave love behind.
Whoever you speak to, speak to them with love.
Whatever you think, let love be your guide.
Because simply said; “Love never fails.” (1 Corinthians 13:8)


I dedicate this blog post to a courageous, world changing, forever mentor, who lived a short life on earth to make one of the greatest eternal impacts, in leaving behind a legacy of love and faith;  In honor and loving memory of Nabeeel Qureshi.

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I'm sharing my true story, "Raised by Strangers" with the world! I've survived and come out victorously through kidnapping, abuse, eating disorders, poverty, PTSD and a life of unexpected twists and turns beginning as a child. My story "Raised by Strangers" is raw, relatable, inspirational and speaks to every living soul. 
While sinking in an ocean full of despondency, God snatched me from the  enemies hand. God filled me with unexplainable hope, joy & strength to carry on day to day while supernaturally giving me new life, hope and healing. 
This campaign, "Impacting the World and Changing Lives"  is raising funds to help others heal and regain a new passion for life by placing, "Raised by Strangers" into the hands who want and need to hear my incredible story, but can't afford the book. I am prayerful and believing in faith to raise $ 5250 to purchase 500 books from my publisher! Each book costs $ 10.50 , involving all shipping, packaging & handling!
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I'm so excited for you to join me on this brand new journey! I am amazed, impressed and grateful that God would choose such a broken vessel as me to speak his word, love, hope, grace and faith filled messages into the world!
If you don't know, today is the day! You will watch and listen to Episode 6 of "Faithfully Focused!" I've moved from "podcasting" to "youtubing!"
You can now subscribe to my Youtube channel! 
If there's anything I can do with excellence; it's talking!! I've always been good at talking and love to talk. I talked myself into the principal's office MANY of times in grade school. I talked my way into things and out of things. I've talked into garden hoses, pens, markers and kitchen utensils; pretending they were microphones! I know God has created me to talk! But not to talk about anything; but to talk about Him! So, i'm going forth into my calling, one step further into this journey, pursuing the endeavors of youtubing! This episode is called, "How to Get your Peace Back!" Learn why we need to stay connected, grounded and focused on Jesus Christ at all times; every day. And how we have a responsibility as Christians to show the world the Love that is Christ Jesus!
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Welcome to Episode Five of "Faithfully Focused."
"The truth is that we all have little or no control over the circumstances or situations in our life. And feeling out of control can create an unhealthy stress level. We are educated and posses the resources to decrease stress; but how often do we do what we ought to do? How often do we release our problems and trust God in all things? How often do we "practice what we preach?" I'm here to confess to you that I'm a hypocrite; like Paul in the Bible, I often battle with my sinful nature and do the opposite of what I need to do.
I'm going to help you with your stress by confessing my sins and stress.
​I'm going to help you by making sure you know what to do, how to do it and the number one way to get rid of stress. Listen and learn. Don't be a hypocrite like me!"

"Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7)

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You were born frail, small and needy. You were created to depend upon someone to care for you, feed you, love you, clothe and protect you.
Sometimes someone didn't meet all your needs, nurture or love you like they were supposed to. Sometimes you longed for something more, something greater; or something was pulling at your soul that you couldn't identify; but you knew it was there.

And then one day, you heard or saw the name of Jesus.
It was a comforting, promising, hopeful name that felt familiar; yet distant from your heart. This name; this man; is the one who created you.
"He made all the delicate, inner parts of your body and knit you together in your mother's womb." (Psalm 139:13) "I knew you before I formed you in your mother's womb. Before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as my prophet to the nations."(Jeremiah 1:5)

This is the someone you've been born to chase after. To search for, too yearn for, strive to please; waited to see and know; the one who you need to fill all the emptiness in your heart and soul. You may have rejected him, gone back to him, talked to him or doubted him; but he has NEVER left you!

And TODAY, that name comes up again; JESUS!
He is calling you. He is seeking after you, chasing you and desiring a relationship with you. But this is your choice and he won't force himself upon you. He's calling you to himself, waiting to meet all your needs and complete you with his magnificent and perfect love.

Jesus created you to need, long for and depend on someone.
He is ultimately that someone.
He's the only one who can satisfy and give you real and meaningful purpose for your life. Jesus is the one. Do you hear him today? Do you see him today? 
Jesus is faithful!
Without Jesus, there is no power in anything we do or say!
Jesus is the secret to having a strong soul and a successful life beyond our minds comprehension!

"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us;" (Ephesians 3:20)

"My heart, My body, My Soul, My Scars, My Pain;
it's all a trophy to represent EVERYTHING God has brought me through!
​God is Faithful!"

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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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