Stories through the Wilderness
The Power of Baptism
Baptism has always been more than a ritual to me—it’s a promise of freedom. When I was thirteen, standing in the small sanctuary of our family church, I didn’t yet understand what it meant to die to self. I thought faith was about being good, following rules, and staying strong. Years later, I’ve learned it’s about surrender—letting go of control, fear, and pride so that God can make something new from what’s been broken.
Dying to self isn’t losing who we are; it’s finding freedom in who we were always meant to be.
When Fear Meets Faith
Fear has a way of whispering worst-case scenarios into the places where hope once lived. These past few weeks, I’ve been learning what it means to trust God in the waiting as I faced uncertainty about a lump found in my breast. Through tears, prayer, and the stories of others who’ve walked this road, I’ve been reminded that faith doesn’t silence fear — it steadies us through it.
Even in the unknown, God’s goodness has surrounded me — through my children’s laughter, my partner’s prayers, and the quiet moments where peace somehow outweighed panic. This season has reminded me that even when we don’t know the outcome, God already does. And His plans are always good, even when they’re hard to see.
🌿 Even in uncertainty, hope still grows.
Hineni — Here I Am
We all face seasons that feel like wilderness—lonely, uncertain, and full of questions. Yet even there, God is near. Hineni means “Here I am,” a simple, wholehearted response of faith and surrender. This post shares how God met me in my own wilderness—through addiction, grief, and redemption—and how His light continues to guide each step. If you’ve ever felt lost, this is a reminder that your story isn’t over. The wilderness may shape you, but it will not define you.
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