Uncompromised

=> O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer I absolutely love this song ! The way it begins with, "O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer, Greatest treasure of my longing soul. My God, like You there is no other, True delight is found in You alone," is such a powerful reminder that God is everything we need. He is the only One who can truly satisfy the deepest longings of our hearts. And when it ends with, "May all our days bring glory to Your Name," it humbles me every time. It’s such a heartfelt prayer to live for His glory. Have a wonderful week, my friends! God is good.

I have to confess—between my husband and me, I’m the impatient one. I like things to happen fast—right now, if possible. I easily get restless when I don’t see progress, even if it’s small. That’s why I’m constantly challenging myself to keep moving, even if it’s just something like filling a trash bag with things we don’t need. Stagnation? It drives me nuts. I am, without a doubt, a big work in progress. The last few months have been a real rollercoaster. We started off busy—there was so much to do, so many places to go—and then, suddenly… everything slowed down. It wasn’t that things stopped completely, but they just crawled along at such a slow pace. My impatience can be overwhelming at times, and I know it could drive my husband crazy. But thank God for his patience and for the way he always knows how to comfort and encourage me. Still, the "not yet" moments are hard to accept. And then there’s our cat, Moe. As I’ve been observing him, I realized how much I have in common...

UPDATE II: Sale is back! It's only $29! UPDATE: The sale is over for now 😔 I hope you were able to snag it! $29 was such a steal! I’ll be sure to share again when I find more beautiful Bibles. Stay tuned! 📖✨ Hey ladies! I don’t usually write about Amazon deals, but I just couldn’t not share this one! The ESV Scripture Journal: New Testament Set, featuring stunning watercolor artwork by Ruth Chou Simons, is currently on sale for 72% off. If you love visual art like I do, this is a must-have—gorgeous art meets the beautiful Word of God in such a unique and inspiring way. Now, if you know me, you know I’m very frugal and rarely purchase things at full price. That’s why I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to share this amazing deal with you! I truly love the Word of God, and there’s something so peaceful about reading a beautiful Bible with my favorite coffee mug in hand (yes, the mug makes a difference!). It sets the perfect ambiance for diving into Scripture. Whether it’s in the qu...

  The best friends we can have are those who pray for you without needing to be asked. They defend you when you’re not around, and with them, gossip comes to a dead stop. I always remind my son that God sends us different types of friends. Some are seasonal—friends who enter your life for a time, sharing laughter, love, and memories. As seasons change, so do our lives, and sometimes these friends are led down a different path. Though life may take us in separate directions, they will always hold a piece of your heart. These friends are special, and we often wish they could stay forever. Then there are lifelong friends. Even if years pass without seeing each other, when you reconnect, it’s as if no time has passed at all! As I grow older, I realize one of the most precious gifts God has given me is my "God-connected" friends—those who sense when you need prayer, even when you haven’t spoken a word. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve prayed for someone, only to receive a me...

Let me share a heartwarming story that took place a couple weeks ago. I found myself in a bit of a predicament because I couldn't read my books properly. Everything appeared blurry, and it caused me genuine concern. Adding to my worries, I started panicking about potential side effects from my RA medication, fearing I might lose my vision, which was definitely not on my bucket list! However, amidst all this, a fascinating twist occurred: my computer work remained perfectly clear! In a moment of lightheartedness, a playful joke my mother used to share came to mind. She used to humorously claim that our arms "get shorter" as we age, impacting our ability to read up close. Half-jokingly, I decided to follow her advice, and to my surprise, it worked like magic! By moving the book a little further away, the words came into focus again! Now, here's the truly delightful part: I am now officially a part of the reading glasses squad, and it feels like a significant milestone i...

Let's not forget who we truly are as beloved children of God. Inside each of us, there's a treasure trove of wisdom waiting to shine. Sometimes, we might think we're lacking, but in reality, we're incredibly rich. We might search for wisdom far and wide, yet we're already connected to the wellspring of wisdom through grace. Feeling like something's missing? Well, here's the secret: we've got everything we need to be our authentic selves and fulfill our purpose. As the Bible says in Ephesians 2:10: "For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." The gospel provides all we need and transforms our entire lives . Have a blessed day!

  Over the past two months, my life has been a journey of sorting, packing, and letting go. It all began when I was tasked with emptying my mother's house after she passed suddenly, a difficult time of reflection. As I returned to my new home, town, and state, I was reminded of the verse from Isaiah 43:19, "See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland." Embracing this new season, I realized it was not just about physical changes, but also about a spiritual transformation. In the process of sorting through belongings, I began to meditate on the need for inner sorting as well. As believers, we are called to release the burdens that weigh us down and keep us from experiencing the fullness of God's grace. Philippians 3:13-14 encouraged me, "Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining t...