When I hear the word capture or captivate I think about capturing someone’s attention as a writer or painting something very specific for a customer. It’s amazing to me how the Lord has captivated me in the past 3 years. I can point to specific moments where He stretched me spiritually, physically, emotionally, and artistically. … Continue reading How Has The Lord Captivated You?
How Can I Not Sing?
Music. Oh, how I love music! It has gotten me through 25 years of living day in and day out with dystonia. Music encourages my soul.Music moves me to tap out the beat.Music captivates my attention.Music excites me to lift up my hands in praise.Music invites me to lift up my voice to sing along! You, sing … Continue reading How Can I Not Sing?
It’s Time…
There are numerous ways I could finish this sentence, “It’s time...” It’s time to stop fighting reality. It’s time to stop feeling sorry for myself. It’s time to let go of others’ opinions. It’s time to let go of seeking the approval of others. It’s time to let go of the lies I’ve been believing. … Continue reading It’s Time…
Help Me Trust in You, Jesus Even When…
I don’t like admitting it but there are times when I can be bratty and – dare I say it – self-centered. 🙈 “Surely not you?!” one may say, “You seem so content.” Excuse me as I chuckle to myself. 🤭 Here’s the thing: I can dive into self pity and become discontent at a … Continue reading Help Me Trust in You, Jesus Even When…
You Get To Choose…
The scene in the movie The Lord of the Rings: Return of the King, where Smeagol (Frodo’s so-called guide he feels beholden to) leads him to this dark cave where Frodo gets caught up in the sticky spider web. I have been thinking a lot about that scene lately. Like Frodo, I, too, was caught … Continue reading You Get To Choose…
But Today I’m Focusing On…
I’ve been getting Christian-based life coaching for about 3 months now. We meet on Zoom once a week. My coach has been helping me transform my thinking. She reveals to me how I’m thinking by the conversations we have. Last week, I asked the question, “Why do I keep blaming everything that’s difficult on dystonia?” … Continue reading But Today I’m Focusing On…
Exciting New Opportunities to Share My Story
It was late on a Sunday night, when I read this interesting email from Jena (a lady in one of my writing groups). She asked me to consider being a part of a virtual event she and her husband were planning to put together in the Spring. The event is called The Staying Strong Summit, … Continue reading Exciting New Opportunities to Share My Story
A Letter From Your Abba Father
I know personalizing Bible verses isn’t a new concept. But when I first personalized these verses in January, I felt like I was created for a purpose. I may not always feel worthy of this purpose because I’m a sinner. But by God’s Grace, He has Redeemed me and I am His daughter, which means … Continue reading A Letter From Your Abba Father
Learning To Take My Thoughts Captive
Hello, my name is Abigail Brown. I battle with thinking right thoughts about myself, God, and others. I have been consumed by these thoughts for years. I’ve been beating up myself with some of these thoughts year after tiring year. • They have it easier. • I’m not enough. • Why does everything have to … Continue reading Learning To Take My Thoughts Captive
Precious Music Memories
I’m positive this has happened to you before, when you wake up in the morning with a song in your head that you haven’t heard in ages. I’m always waking up in the mornings with some song in my head. But when I woke up the other day I had this lyric in my head … Continue reading Precious Music Memories
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