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Am I Settling for a Life Not Even Close to What God Has for Me?
That question stopped me in my tracks during church. (It was a phenomenal service, watch it here .) Not because it felt accusatory, but because it felt honest (and needed). I’ve spent a lot of time lately thinking about faith, surrender, and obedience. And if I’m honest, I’ve also spent years convincing myself that if I was faithful enough, patient enough, grateful enough, then the quiet ache inside me would finally soften. But what if faithfulness doesn’t mean settling? Wha
4 days ago4 min read
Starting My 14-Day Water Fast and Spiritual Journey
Tomorrow I begin a 14-day water fast, and more importantly, a spiritual journey. I’ve prepared for this season for a while, but today something struck me. As I opened my devotional, the theme lined up perfectly with this next step. It felt like a gentle nudge from God saying, “Yes! This is the time.” For the next several days, it will just be God and me. No social media, no email, no texting, no distractions, and no food. Just quiet, prayer, reflection, Scripture, and liste
Dec 27, 20253 min read
Be Still. (Even When It is Hard)
Recently during our Masterclass, I asked John Maxwell a question that’s been heavy on my heart: “If you are at a plateau — in a time of being still — and nothing is calling to you, how do you find the next level?” His answer hit home. John said, “There is nothing wrong with plateauing for assimilation.” He explained that growth isn’t a steady climb. You grow, then you plateau. Not to quit, but to catch up. To rest. To think. To reflect. You don’t plateau to stay. You plateau
Nov 8, 20252 min read
Useless and Unprofitable.
Foolish. Disobedient. Deceived. Enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. Look around — this is the world we live in. A world filled with malice and envy, where people are hated and hate one another. It's sad. It's overwhelming. So how do we escape this trap? Through kindness and love . We must choose to be kind to one another — and even more importantly, to love one another — especially in our differences. Have mercy on one another. Devote yourself to doi
Nov 3, 20251 min read
On a Scale of 1-10...
This is a question we are often asked: "Rate yourself on a scale of 1-10." Most of us, when answering, give a number somewhere between 5 and 8. We don't want to seem arrogant by giving ourselves a 10, but don't want to provide ourselves with a 1 either! After a conversation I had this week with my friend Matt, I see this question a little differently, especially as it relates to integrity. Matt told me a story about a manager he had while working at UPS. During their annu
Oct 31, 20253 min read
Gratitude for Unanswered Prayers
I never expected to be grateful for unanswered prayers, yet here I am looking back and seeing how those "unanswered" moments were exactly what I needed. Different events in my life have unfolded because I didn't get what I asked for. During my weekly small group, while studying Isaiah, this poem/prayer was in my Bible. It hit me in a way I didn't expect. In the middle of my own struggles, I found so much hope in it. Weak...Humble How many of us have to learn through o
Oct 23, 20253 min read
Love Ties Us All Together
Today, I heard a message that resonated deeply with me. A message about shedding the old and putting on the new. Many of us, including me, allow our past to define who we are today. Some people use their past for good, but many of us hold onto what we did in the past and can't let it go. Whether it is something we said, something someone else said or did to us, a destructive habit, or a sinful desire...the list goes on and on. Sometimes, we were even born into a life tha
Oct 19, 20252 min read
Choosing "Uncomfortable"
This week, I was reminded that comfort doesn't lead to growth - courage does.
Oct 18, 20253 min read
"Vacilando"
You may be like me when I first heard it - what in the world does that word mean? During my weekly Mastermind call, one of the members,...
Oct 10, 20252 min read
Proximity = Growth
Sometimes I sit back and wonder why I spend the time and money to be in groups like Chad Willardson’s Elevated program or John Maxwell’s...
Sep 29, 20252 min read
The Tattered Book
Yes! Today is the day! I did it!!! On May 7, 2024, I set out to read the Bible in chronological order in one year by following Tara...
Sep 28, 20254 min read
I Was Too Busy…to Trust.
I was reading through Jeremiah today, and something really hit me—like, hit me hard . It was about taking a day of rest. Not just slowing...
Jul 6, 20252 min read
Nahum? Never Heard of Him.
I’m almost 57 years old, and somehow…I don’t think I’ve ever heard of the book of Nahum. Seriously. I’ve read through the Bible (or at...
Jun 27, 20252 min read
I Messed Up...
We’ve all been there. That moment when you realize— you really messed up . Sometimes it's something small. Other times, it’s something...
Jun 21, 20252 min read
Choose Courage
"Fear is real, but so is God’s promise: You are never alone. Step forward in courage, trusting His presence."
Apr 27, 20252 min read
Lead with Love: The Greatest Commandment
Agape love is caring about what is best for others, regardless of personal cost.
Feb 2, 20252 min read
Simple Question: Did You Ask God to Bless You Today?
This book changed my life…
Jan 7, 20251 min read
9 Lessons I Learned from Jonah
But when we run away from the Lord, our sea will only get rougher and rougher.
Jan 4, 20253 min read
Massive Book Giveaway to Start 2025!
As we step into 2025, I’m thrilled to launch something that’s been on my heart for years: A Massive Book Giveaway ! If you know me, you...
Dec 30, 20244 min read
Don’t Wait—Transform Your Life Now
If you’re ready to change the trajectory of your life, don’t wait another moment. Bruce Wilkinson’s The Prayer of Jabez is a small book...
Dec 22, 20241 min read
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Hi, I'm Kelly!
I look forward to learning and growing with you each day.
My overall goal is to help create healthy, happy humans through sharing the Christian Wisdom and Servant Leadership principles as I discover them along the way. I also have a very aggressive goal in life....
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