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Following God is not a competition, not a fleeting pleasure, not something that can negatively consume you and leave you empty, and still longing to be filled.

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If you really want something, the first step starts with you.

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Don’t be passive; be patient. Understand that things won’t always go according to your plan, but that’s okay. Trust in the timing. Trust in the unfolding.

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Every single time I gave my heart to my Father, I’ve watched His love surround and build and grow and change every single thing around me in powerful, indescribable ways

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“I call on the LORD in my distress, and he answers me.” — Psalm 120:1

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“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18