I’m a Christian who didn’t wait until marriage.
I’m a Christian who has walked away from the church.
I’m a Christian who has struggled with anger, bitterness, and forgiveness.
I’m a Christian who has lied, lost her temper, said things she couldn’t take back, and hurt people she loves.
I’m a Christian who has put people, feelings, and worldly things before God.
I’m also a Christian who STILL battles sin.
I say this, because somewhere along the way, people got this idea that following Jesus means you suddenly become incapable of making a mess of things… and I hate to break it to you, but that’s not how sanctification works.
I didn’t come to Jesus because I had it all together. I came to Jesus because I was falling apart…
I have a past. Some of it isn’t pretty. Some of it I’m ashamed of. Some of it I wish I could go back and change.
Even after a surrendering my life to Christ, I’ve had moments when my flesh was louder than my faith… but
I’m not going to dress up my testimony to make Christianity look more appealing to people who think Christians should be perfect.
I’m not going to pretend I’ve never fallen just because somebody might use my failures to question my salvation.
Because my testimony isn’t that I’ve lived a sinless life… My testimony is that Jesus met me right in the middle of my sin and loved me enough not to leave me there.
But DO NOT confuse that with me making excuses for sin.
Grace isn’t permission to keep living however I please. Grace is the very reason I get back up, repent, and keep allowing God to change the parts of me that still don’t look like Him.
Some days that growth is beautiful… Other days it’s ugly, humbling, and downright uncomfortable… but it’s growth.
I’m still being pruned. Still being convicted. Still learning to die to myself daily.
I would much rather sit at the feet of Jesus, fully aware of how desperately I need Him, than stand on some imaginary pedestal looking down on everybody whose sin happens to look different than mine.
THE GROUND IS LEVEL AT THE FOOT OF THE CROSS.
You won’t find perfection in me. You’ll find a woman who has been forgiven much, who still gets things wrong, and who is eternally grateful that God’s mercy didn’t run out when she messed up again.
Jesus didn’t come because we were righteous enough to deserve Him… He came because we were sinners who desperately needed a Savior.
I still need Him.
Every. Single. Day.
✍️ HB
So many people in Hollywood are like this now. Most of the film industry is the opposite of Mark Ruffalo. They can't take this crap anymore and they're voting different for once.
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Dear Lord,
Today, take the frustration out of my waiting, settle my mind when answers take longer, keep worry from stealing my peace, stop me from rushing ahead of You, give me patience with what I can’t control, confidence in what You’ve promised and enough faith to believe that You already have what I’m asking for. God, I trust You and I trust Your timing. In Jesus’ name, amen🙏🏽
I have to admit, I always wondered what this part of Psalm 23 meant. I thought “He anoints my head with oil” was figurative language for God keeping the Psalmist healthy. I never knew this parallel.
Anoint my head with oil
“Sheep can get their head caught in briers and die trying to get untangled. There are horrid little flies that like to torment sheep by laying eggs in their nostrils which turn into worms and drive the sheep to beat their head against a rock, sometimes to death. Their ears and eyes are also susceptible to tormenting insects. So the shepherd anoints their whole head with oil. Then there is peace. That oil forms a barrier of protection against the evil that tries to destroy the sheep. Do you have times of mental torment? Do the worrisome thoughts invade your mind over and over? Do you beat your head against a wall trying to stop them? Have you ever asked God to anoint your head with oil? He has an endless supply! His oil protects and makes it possible for you to fix your heart, mind, and eyes on Him today and always! There is peace in the valley! May our good good Father anoint your head with oil today so that your cup overflows with blessings! God is good and He is faithful!!”
Pray with me
October 16, 2026
Heavenly Father,
Before I ask You to bless my plans today, I ask You to order my steps. Before I ask You to change my circumstances, I ask You to examine my heart.
Your Word says that the steps of a righteous man are ordered by the Lord (Psalm 37:23). So today, lead me where You want me to go, keep me from places I do not belong, and give me the wisdom to recognize the difference.
Guard my mouth from speaking foolishly, my mind from entertaining fear, and my heart from becoming hardened by the troubles of this world.
Lord, help me not to confuse being busy with being fruitful, being successful with being faithful, or being comfortable with being obedient.
Give me the courage to stand for truth, the humility to receive correction, and the grace to love people who are difficult to love.
When I am tempted to worry, remind me that You are sovereign. When I grow weary, renew my strength. When I face opposition, remind me that no weapon formed against me shall prosper according to Your purposes.
And Father, let me not become so consumed with what I want You to do for me that I forget what You desire to do through me.
Make me useful for Your kingdom today. Let my words bring life, my actions reflect Christ, and my decisions honor Your name.
Above all, Lord, don’t just give me a good day. Make me faithful with the day You’ve given me.
In the mighty name of Jesus Christ,
Amen.
Dear Lord,
Today, increase my financial peace, multiply my income, strengthen my investments, grow what I own, sharpen my money decisions, protect what I’ve earned and make my wealth easier to manage. Give me the freedom to spend without second-guessing, save without sacrificing and enjoy my success without financial stress. In Jesus’ name, amen🙏🏽
Today's Prayer ✝️
Dear Lord, take charge of the situations I have struggled to resolve. Where I have reached the limit of my own ability, let Your power make a way. Remove the obstacles that need to be removed and change what needs to change. Remind me that no situation is too difficult for You to handle. Let Your power meet us in the situations we cannot resolve, and give us reasons to testify of Your faithfulness. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Dear Lord,
Today, take the rush out of my spirit, give me a week I don’t have to race through, make my mornings peaceful, my decisions calculated, my schedule manageable and my time respected. Keep me from treating every demand like an emergency, teach me to move at a pace that lets me enjoy my life and still get everything done. In Jesus’ name, amen🙏🏽
We have labored. We have prayed. We have consecrated. And now the rest is in God’s hands.
O, Lord, touch the 80,000, unite the Bride in prayer, awaken your Church to the times, stretch out Your hands to heal and gain great glory for Yourself on this day in American history.
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Let's pray:
Heavenly Father, I am here again because I cannot make it without You. Some days I feel strong; others, I barely hold it together. Even in the mess, You see me. You have never left, abandoned, or failed me.
Today, silence my doubts with undeniable proof that You are in my story. Open doors wide. Gently remove those who must leave. Pour out strength until I overflow.
I no longer want merely to survive. I want to live fully, walk boldly, and see miracles in real time. I place this day, my fears, my future, and all I cannot control in Your hands. Stay close, speak clearly, and guide me. I trust You even when it is hard. Amen.
I found prayer in Amos 9:13 this morning again Father God,that a time is coming when blessings will follow me one after another. Let that season begin for me and my children and all that are within me. Father God, surprise us. Let one answered prayer lead into another, one open door lead into another, and one blessing follow another. Bring the good news I have been waiting for and even blessings i never thought to ask for. Let things suddenly fall into place by Your hand, with peace and no sorrow attached.
May our testimony simply be, “God did it!” In the name of Jesus.
Guys, I say this in prayer, and the effect is amazing
God, don't let me make decisions
just because of fear, loneliness, anger,
or the desire to control something
that is actually beyond my power.
If something is truly good for me,
strengthen me to keep it.
If something must be let go,
give me a willing heart.
If I have to wait,
teach me to trust in Your time.
Amen.
May it work for you too❤️
DON’T JOKE WITH THIS PRAYER:
“Lord God, if any spiritual attack, envy, or unseen burden is holding me back, protect me and deliver me from it. You are the Waymaker. Make a way for me where there seems to be no way, bless the work of my hands, and grant me the desires of my heart if they align with Your good and perfect will. Help me to trust in Your perfect timing, even when I do not understand the wait. In Jesus' name, Amen.”