This past week shook many of us. It reminded us how fragile life is — and how costly boldness can be. But it also reminded us that faith was never meant to hide. Jesus said in Matthew 5:14–16: 📖 “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden… let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” Now is not the time to shrink back. Now is the time to stand rooted in the hope we carry — Not with fear. Not with anger. But with the kind of love and truth that can’t be shaken. 💪 WEEKLY CHALLENGE: THE UNASHAMED DECLARATION 1️⃣ Reflect: Ask God, “Where have I been tempted to stay quiet about my faith?” 2️⃣ Declare: Write one sentence that boldly declares what you believe and Who you belong to. 3️⃣ Share: Speak it aloud in prayer, over your home, or to someone in your life this week. 📩 In the comments: Drop a word, phrase, or short declaration that reminds you to stand unashamed. Examples: ✨ “Jesus is my hope.” ✨ “I will not hide my light.” ✨ “My faith is my foundation.” ✨ “I belong to Christ, not the culture.” Together, let’s flood this space with bold, unashamed faith — light shining in the dark. 👇

You might already be living the life you used to pray for — you’ve just been too distracted to notice. The sound of your kids laughing in the other room. Evenings that end in prayers and messes. A house that’s full, a life that’s loud, a calling that’s right here. This week’s new piece is about slowing down enough to see it. To stop chasing what’s next, and start cherishing what’s now. It’s called “The Overlooked Habit That Brings Joy Back Into Your Home.” If you’ve been longing for peace in the middle of the noise, I wrote this one for you. 👉 Read it here: https://open.substack.com/pub/emilyvermillion/p/the-overlooked-habit-that-brings?r=30szvz&utm_medium=ios