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How We Met + 5 Lessons I&...

January 5, 2020 in dating + relationships, encouragement, lifestyle

How We Met + 5 Things I've Learned Being in a Relationship

5 Things to Do Once You a...

October 15, 2018 in dating + relationships, lifestyle

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I just wanted to hop on here quickly and remind you of a little something:⠀
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Even when a relationship is from God or “meant to be”, it doesn’t mean that it won’t require work. In fact, it may require more work because of spiritual warfare; the devil doesn’t want a couple chasing after Jesus. But all of the work, communication, and intentionality is SO worth it.⠀
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And honestly, this could apply to many areas of life. Just because it’s from God doesn’t mean it will be easy. ⠀
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I think this is a lie our society has fed us, so I just wanted to remind you that it’s okay if it’s hard. Just make sure you’re following Jesus and finding your strength in Him 💙

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Happy birthday to one of my best friends! Brianna, I’m not really sure where I would be without you. You’ve been there during some of the hardest times of my life and also many of the best. I’m forever grateful for all of your encouragement, all of the laughs we’ve shared, and for inspiring me to follow God’s plan wholeheartedly. I can’t wait to go on another one of our beach trips when you are done with nursing school! Until then, I’ll be thankful for the smoothie and coffee dates we are able to squeeze into our schedules. Love you!

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In my end-of-year blog survey, it was requested that I write a blog post telling how Jason and I met. I thought it would be a fun post to write to get back into writing again, so if you’re interested, our story is on the blog!⠀
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In the post, I also shared 5 things that I’ve learned being in a relationship, so I hope those things encourage you ☺️⠀
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As always, the link is in my bio! 💜⠀
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If you’re dating or married, I’d love to hear a quick summary of how y’all met in the comments here!!

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I’ve come to realize that part of being present is learning to praise God in the middle. Not only before or after, but the middle.⠀
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The middle of the struggle.⠀
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The middle of the confusion.⠀
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The middle of the heartbreak.⠀
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The middle of the journey.⠀
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The middle of the mundane.⠀
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The middle is normally the hardest, and it’s the easiest time to quit and give up. But that’s when it counts the most- we have to be faithful and present in the middle. ⠀
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Being present and praising in the middle? That produces endurance, joy, and strength- the things we really should be after. ⠀
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So this is one way I’m seeking to implement my word of the year: “present.” Who’s with me? 💜

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Tomorrow is my last day off before the spring semester begins. And I’ve been anxious about going back and fearful about what this semester and the next few years hold. I know I’m not alone!⠀
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Here are a few things I’ve been speaking over and reminding myself, in case you need some encouragement too:⠀
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God has me exactly where He wants me, even when it’s not always comfortable. Uncomfortable situations produce growth.⠀
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It’s not all about me; maybe I’m where I am to help others.⠀
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God hasn’t given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind (2 Tim. 1:7).⠀
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I can be faithful in the day-to-day because God is so faithful.⠀
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The calling isn’t mine to quit (heard this from @jessaconnolly). God has called me to be a teacher, and even though sometimes I just want to take the easy way out and do something else, I want to be obedient to His calling.⠀
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Hard things refine us and can make us more like Him.⠀
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I just have to take it day by day and moment by moment. I need to stop worrying about what’s going to happen on March 16 or April 3 or whenever. This is the only moment I need to be focused on. ⠀
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God is my strength. Honestly, I can’t do it without Him. So I’m going to quit worrying and rely on Him to give me what I need to do His work.⠀
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Hope this encourages y’all! Praying you all have a great semester 💙

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I finally chose a word for 2020: present.⠀
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I am the worst at living in the present. I’m always thinking about what is coming next, whether that’s literally 20 minutes later or the next season. Other times, I’m thinking of the past and how the present isn’t as good as then, even though that’s more rare.⠀
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So in 2020, I want to focus on living in the present.⠀
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I want to intentionally choose to focus on what is happening right in front of me in that moment.⠀
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I want to put my phone in my purse or face down on the table when I’m with others. I just want to create better phone boundaries in general.⠀
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When I’m spending one-on-one time with Jesus, I want to put away distractions and fully focus on Him. How can I listen to Him otherwise?⠀
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I want to be present and do the work God has placed in front of with all of my mind and strength.⠀
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I want to listen to listen, not to speak.⠀
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I also want to slow down and enjoy life, the present moment God has given me, even when I’m just ready to move on to the next season.⠀
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I truly just want to live in the present and give others and God my all, without distractions.⠀
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What is your word for 2020?

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Happy birthday, Emily! You brought so much joy and love into the world 13 years ago. But seriously, how are you 13?? The years have flown by, but I’m so proud of who you are! I love you so much ❤️

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