https://youtu.be/9L1iEs67HYo?si=5nLVAEhRQSL4Yq7F

This kind of introspection is exactly why I’m here because sometimes we just need help putting all the complex components of our lives in the right order and in the right place. Lately, and not to sound gloom and doom, I’ve been thinking about what would people say about me once my time has expired. Some of the things that are governing my life right now are: 1. Living a GOD-centered life. Truly allowing Him to rest, rule, and reign in all things concerning me. Not just “believing in GOD”but actively learning how to move with Him. My decisions, my pace, my capacity… all of it is being filtered through seeking Him first instead of trying to carry and figure out everything myself. 2. Learning to live a purpose filled life without burnout. Time is a commodity I cannot afford to waste. I mean really hearing from GOD and doing what I’m supposed to be doing and not a lot of nice fillers and good ideas. I’ve been navigating how to manage multiple responsibilities in purpose without feeling overstimulated which in times past my response would be to completely shut down. I contemplate doing many things but not at the cost of losing alignment that has been so freeing and fulfilling. 3.My family is of utmost important to me. Everything I do is including them by faith even if we aren’t always on the same path spiritually. GOD gave them to ME for a reason and He is giving me the strategies to win them in Jesus Name.🙏🏾 I recognize that their salvation ain’t on me. I’m releasing control and actively moving in trust. 4. I’m increasingly aware of my own thinking patterns and getting better at self correcting. My thinking is shaped by my experiences which are limited in the grand scheme of things. I’m constantly praying and deferring to the mind of Christ. I’m not just thinking and letting my thoughts run wild, I’m examining how I think, and allowing God to expand it. 5. Endurance + grace (long-suffering with awareness) Over time I developed a high tolerance for giving people grace to play games, lie, waste my time, take my kindness for weakness all the things that come with coming of age. There’s a place for that but now I’m learning to trust Holy Spirit within me, when to extend grace and when to be done. That balance is shaping my relationships and boundaries.

Yep! This is so good and true. I use to condemn myself so bad for not spending enough time in concentrated prayer. I found two book in a thrift store Practicing the Presence of GOD by Brother Lawrence and Good Morning Holy Spirit by Benny Hinn. It was then that I learned how to abide in Him. Changed the way I saw prayer forever.

@Kyle Harris YES! Amen 🙏🏾

@Kala Green I feel you sis! If it was easy everyone could do it, you’re built for it!🙏🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

@David Coleman Hey! Yes but I haven’t been home since Wednesday but I’m back on it today. I just posted an update lol🙏🏾✊🏾

@Portia Williams this is so hilarious to me bc cooking is just a part of my everyday life and I never think about it. Out of all the things I’ve ever done online this has gotten the greatest response. That’s another key for sure we’ll see what happens together 😅🙏🏾