This weekend, I had the opportunity to go to the county prison to help lead a Bible Study with the women. At first, I honestly wasn't too sure about going. I feared what I would see or experience in such a setting. I was afraid I would not know what to say or do. Although … Continue reading Behind Bars
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Finding Freedom from an Eating Disorder
“28.8 million Americans experience an eating disorder at some point in their lives.” “Eating disorders have the second highest mortality rate of all mental health disorders, surpassed only by opioid use disorder.” Regardless of age, gender, body type, status, or race, struggles with the mirror and body image seem to play no favorites. As fashion, … Continue reading Finding Freedom from an Eating Disorder
“I LOVE ME”
For the past 26 years, I hated myself. I faithfully read scripture and devoted all my energy to loving God and others. But loving myself was a completely different story. Although, as God has been refining and reshaping me from the inside out, I am beginning to see myself the way He sees me. And … Continue reading “I LOVE ME”
Life indeed, Truly free
Death and darkness drown the room As the limbs lay solemn and bare No evidence of life A heart filled with strife The lies of the enemy boasting Even Doctors and therapists with poor prognosis Is this how it is always going to be? I hate me. Though your breath of fresh wind blows, oh … Continue reading Life indeed, Truly free