Dear younger me
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Dear Younger me, Praise comes from God
Dear Younger me, Where does it say in the Bible, “Thou shalt think Jessica is amazing and be interested in what she has to say.” It doesn’t. However, it does say you are fearfully and wonderfully made and that God loves you so much He sent His only son to die for you. I think, Continue reading
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Dear Younger me, Loyalty Legacy
Dear Younger Me, I know you struggle with wanting recognition and appreciation. I am sure you have remained faithful to friends, ministries, etc. It can hurt when that and you are taken for granted. Perhaps, your loyalty and devotion and service have gone unnoticed. You may want to complain. You may want to demand recognition. Continue reading
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Dear Younger me, Security comes from…
Dear Younger Me, No amount of compliments you get, likes on Facebook or Instagram, parties you are invited to, will give you unshakeable security. What you’re looking for, that feeling of assuredness, that you are loved, you’re worth something, you are approved of, you can and will only find it in one place. When you Continue reading
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Dear Younger me, the Adventure on your Own
Dear Younger Me, There is so much value in doing things alone. It’s not always enjoyable, but it teaches you something. You don’t always feel comfortable or confident while being alone, but you will after you’ve done it. One day, you’ll be in a new city, state, or country even. You’ll have few or no Continue reading
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Dear Younger me, Surprise!
Dear Younger me, Stop trying to guess what God has up His sleeves for you. You’ll take the fun out of life. Besides, whatever you guess, will fall incredibly short of His plans for you. He loves you more than anything in the world. Continue reading
About Me
An obsessive journaler who loves meeting others along their journey and giving them a hand to hold through pieces of writing. I write about the heartbreaks of life and the joys, the ups and downs, and I often learn my greatest lessons and miracles from nature.
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