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The Process

I’m in the middle of what I’d like to call “the process.” It started this summer, as I began to learn more, experience growth, and get back to pursuing God with my whole heart.

As I prepared for this summer, I made a commitment to myself that I would get back to what made me happy and whole- my faith. And I pursued that. And as I pursued that, and continue to pursue it, I have been amazed at what God has shown me and how He works.

The process- is one of growth, purity, sanctification, and holiness. It’s about faith and transparency; learning how to be different while operating in a world that desires your conformity.

The process is pushing me further away from religion, but deeper into my relationship with God where love, grace, and mercy are overflowing.

More than anything, this process has me convinced in the power of Psalms 37:4, Romans 8:28, Jeremiah 29:11, and 1 Corinthians 2:9. Delighting myself in Him has given me the desires of my heart. Yes, ALL things work together for the good of those that love Him and are called according to His purpose. He does indeed have plans to prosper me; to give me a hope and a future. And on top of that, no one has seen, heard, or imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him.

The process is not easy. It’s easily one of the most difficult things that I’ve done. But it’s worth it.

Peace and blessings…


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Book Review: Max On Life

I’ve had the privilege of reading some of Max Lucado’s previous works, and until now, Fearless and Outlive Your Life were my favorites. However, I think that his latest work, Max On Life, has surpassed them.

I’ve always been a Max Lucado skeptic, because he seemed to be so mainstream. However, I’m now a believer. What I enjoy most of about his writing is that it is simple and pure, and it attempts to connect the reader with the very heart of God.

Max On Life allows the reader to engage in Lucado in a different way. The reader is allowed to sort through all of those troubling issues and questions that we have about our faith that we hesitate to mention in bible study or in our small groups because we are fearful of judgement and receive Lucado’s honest and heartfelt response; all of which direct the reader to experience God in a new way.

This book isn’t one that has to be read chronologically– there are different sections where one can sort and find the inspiration they need for where they are. I imagine that this book will be a guiding light for many as they seek to expand their faith and truly know God deeper than they’ve known before. This book is an excellent gift for anyone- a new believer or a seasoned soldier of Christ who desires to pursue God with their whole heart.