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Some seasons of life can feel crushing, leaving us unsure joy is still an option. Maybe you are even questioning God’s presence, love, or goodness at this moment. You are not alone. Thankfully, God is not offended or shut down by the ache in your soul. He draws nearer still and longs to hold you close in this current suffering.
I am no stranger to the feeling of hopelessness that life events can stir up within us. I have cried out to the darkness, “why me?”, “where are you now?”, and “how is this good?”. Please join me on my continued journey of trusting and resting in God’s steadfast nature and character to maintain hope and joy no matter the circumstance. I look forward to getting to connect with you.
"But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: 'Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned; and the flames shall not consume you. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior." Isaiah 43:1-3 ESV
![Dr. Robert Emmons, Professor of Psychology at UC Davis, found that having a heart of gratitude significantly impacts our lives. Gratitude releases toxic emotions, reduced pain, improves sleep, and reduces anxiety and depression[1]. I have found this to be true as well. When I am faced with a challenge, I try to write down or pray about what I am grateful for.](https://scontent-dfw5-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/304923924_841717790321097_1866647868657770457_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=LcWODpP3deAQ7kNvgEf8SDM&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-dfw5-2.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&oh=00_AYDJkT81vQYweZ3JbOCHmU5gCG2xXG7zrk1J4LdS2ztMog&oe=67449511)
