This isn’t written from a distance. I’ve been the one who couldn’t forgive myself. But grace kept knocking until I let it in. The freedom of forgiving yourself isn’t about pretending it never happened—it’s about agreeing with God that He’s already taken care of it. And when you finally let go of what He has released, you make room for peace.
Category: Recovery and Redemption
Life Application Devotionals Mindset & Identity in Christ Purpose & Calling Recovery and Redemption Spiritual Growth & Maturity
Is the Word Changing You or Just Challenging You?
There’s a difference between reading Scripture and letting it read you. Growth doesn’t come from just memorizing verses—it comes from letting the Word get personal. When the Bible confronts your motives, highlights your fears, and challenges your patterns, that’s when transformation begins. It’s not about how much you read—it’s about how deeply it reaches. Let God’s Word speak into you today, not just around you.
Faith in Real-Life Situations Men's Spiritual Journeys Personal Development Rooted in Faith Recovery and Redemption Spiritual Growth & Maturity
Coaching Was My Pulpit in a Silent Season
Coaching became my altar when life shifted. As I led high school volleyball and bowling teams through historic seasons, God was coaching me too—teaching discipline, perseverance, and faithfulness when ministry doors closed. Coaching didn’t replace preaching; it refined it. Through silent lanes and echoing gyms, I found healing, strength, and a deeper understanding of calling. Even when others didn’t understand, the Lord did—and He met me exactly where I was, reminding me that quiet faithfulness still matters.
Emotional Healing Faith in Real Life Personal Growth Recovery and Redemption Spiritual Growth and Maturity
Why Healing Doesn’t Always Look the Way You Expected
Healing doesn’t always move in straight lines—and that’s okay. Some days you’ll feel strong, and other days you’ll wonder if you’ve made any progress at all. True healing is messy, sacred, and full of unexpected turns. In both Scripture and life, growth often comes through the uneven parts. Your stumbles don’t disqualify your journey—they’re part of it. Real healing isn’t about being perfect. It’s about moving forward, even when it doesn’t feel pretty.