Poetry, Reflection

The Unknown

I find that fear and anxiety are things that most of us struggle with but are not as willing to openly admit. Sometimes it’s because we don’t see it as a “real problem” or we don’t want to seem “weak”. The truth of the matter, however, is that fear and anxiety ARE real and experiencing… Continue reading The Unknown

Free write, Image, Nonfairytale, Strong, Tough Love

Pretend Not To

Reflection, Spiritual

A Cub’s Courage

As a child, I recall watching a cartoon in which a bear cub stands up to a hunter in an effort to defend himself. When he roars, rather than the usual baby roar, a terrifying sound scares away the hunter. When the camera zooms out, we see his mother behind him. Life is like this… Continue reading A Cub’s Courage

Reflection, Spiritual

Seeing Ghosts

There are moments in our lives where the storm is so heavy, the path ahead is unclear and unknown thus clouding our judgment. As a result, we see "ghosts"; something that is not really there. These ghosts can manifest themselves as our fears; fear of failing, fear of being alone, fear of not being good… Continue reading Seeing Ghosts

Reflection, Spiritual

Too Deep To Walk

Merriam-Webster defines faith as "a strong belief or trust". Often times in life, our faith in God is tested and it is those moments that make or break us. Peter's faith was tested, (Mathew 14) but he was more focused on the surrounding circumstances than on Jesus who, by the way, was literally in front… Continue reading Too Deep To Walk

Reflection, Spiritual

Closet Christian

We live in a time where everyone is fighting for their rights, where people freely speak their minds, and uncensored boldness is the new norm. This should be the best time to be a believer and to boldly share the gospel, yet many of us do the opposite out of fear. The Bible is clear,… Continue reading Closet Christian