Let’s Get Real. We’ve all been there—those seasons when life feels like a whirlwind, and you’re just holding on, hoping you don’t lose yourself in the storm. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on how walking in faith has been a constant anchor for me, especially when it feels like everything is shifting around me. Let’s dive into the real, messy, and beautiful moments that come with walking in faith.
Key Takeaways:
Faith isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about trusting even when you don’t.
There’s power in vulnerability. When we open up, healing begins.
You can start over as many times as you need to—God’s grace is infinite.
Life isn’t about perfection, it’s about progress. Let’s give ourselves some grace.
Sometimes, it’s in the breakdowns that we find our breakthroughs.
When Faith Meets the Storm
I remember the moment I truly began to understand what walking in faith meant. It wasn’t in a peaceful, meditative space or during a mountaintop experience—it was in the chaos. Last year, I was in the middle of what I now know was a mental health crisis. On the outside, I had it all together. On the inside? I was falling apart. I didn’t even realize it at the time.
But it’s in the storm where God’s presence became most real to me. He met me in my brokenness, not with judgment, but with grace. Piece by piece, He began to rebuild me. It wasn’t fast or easy, but in those dark moments, I learned one of the greatest lessons: you don’t have to come into agreement with fear. Faith lets you speak peace, even when you don’t see it yet.
Vulnerability Brings Healing
One of the biggest breakthroughs for me was embracing vulnerability. For years, I thought strength meant keeping everything under control, not showing the cracks. But the truth is, when I started sharing my struggles—my weight loss, my mental health, my challenges as a wife and mom—I found a community of women who said, “Me too.” And in that shared vulnerability, I realized something powerful: vulnerability is where healing begins.
When we open up, we give others permission to do the same. That’s when real connection happens, and that’s where God moves.
Starting Over, Again and Again
Here’s the truth: I’ve had to start over more times than I can count. Whether it was in my health, my faith journey, or even my relationships, I’ve been down the road of fresh starts more times than I’d like to admit. But that’s the beauty of grace—it’s always there. God doesn’t give up on us, and we shouldn’t give up on ourselves either.
Faith isn’t about never stumbling. It’s about getting back up, trusting that God’s mercy is new every morning.
Progress Over Perfection
In a world that glorifies perfection, it’s easy to feel like we’re falling behind. But life, especially a life of faith, isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress. Every small step counts. So if today all you did was breathe through the hard moments, you’re still moving forward. It’s in these small, seemingly insignificant moments that God’s grace works the most.
Let’s give ourselves permission to celebrate progress over perfection, and trust that even in the mess, God is working.
From Breakdown to Breakthrough
If you’re in a season where it feels like everything is falling apart, let me tell you this: there’s hope. There’s always hope. Sometimes, the greatest breakthroughs come after the hardest breakdowns. God is not done with your story. He’s using the hard moments to prepare you for what’s next.
Walking in faith isn’t a one-time decision—it’s a daily practice. It’s choosing to trust God even when we don’t see the full picture. It’s embracing vulnerability and finding strength in community. Most of all, it’s knowing that no matter where you are in your journey, it’s never too late to begin again.
Speak peace over your storm today, and remember: God’s got you.
💜Celeste
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