Category: Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Every Sunday I write an article in relation to family and faith called Sunday Reflection, I also share a video chat on both Facebook and Instagram on each topic with helpful tools in living a Christ centered life full of purpose.

Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Stop Hiding : The Enemy’s Tool of Isolation

Minimarie D. Hardy

I'm sure many moms would agree to needing a little alone time to gather their bearings. I'm all for alone time in admitting that the ambivert in me can use an interaction break occasionally, but there is a big difference in totally isolating yourself in an attempt to recluse. Isolation is a strategic tactic that the devil uses to have us ball up into hiding when we feel ashamed, defeated attacked, and scared. We most hold true in understanding the depths of God's mercy knowing nothing can separate us from his love.

Spiritual Growth and Understanding

We’re Going To The Beach! : Growing In Patience

Minimarie D. Hardy

I reminisce often about a paper my daughter wrote a few years back desperately wanting to visit the beach. She shared in her paper that if she could go anywhere in the world it would be seaside with her toes in the sand. She could hardly wait to the point that her anxiousness lead to… Continue reading We’re Going To The Beach! : Growing In Patience

Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Rest, Come, and Connect With Me: Strengthening Your Prayer Life

Minimarie D. Hardy

I awoke this morning to discover a little 7 year old drifter coming in my bedroom for one on one while her siblings were still asleep in their beds. She just wanted to connect undisturbed, and I could feel while she was in my arms a release from morning  anxiousness. There is an immediate urge within our spirits when find ourselves going too far along without connecting to God as our power source wholeheartedly. 

Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Don’t Take The Bait : Keeping Your Cool

Minimarie D. Hardy

The kids and I are going fishing together for the first time. My youngest daughter wanted to know why some fish get caught, and why other fish don't. I shared that the fish that aren't so easily caught are smart enough to recognize the bait. The same applies in real life scenarios that we face as believers in tests of  being baited into conflict, enticed in coming out of character, and being pressured to engage in brutish behavior towards others is being able to recognize the bait that is being thrown in not taking it in.

Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Trusting God: Thanks For Looking Out

Minimarie D. Hardy

Reflecting on my childhood, I appreciate my parents' and grandparents' guidance, which I once resisted. Now, as a parent, I see my children repeat my old patterns. We may doubt our faith when things go awry, but looking back reveals God's protection and care. Psalm 121 : 7-8 7 The Lord will keep you from all harm—    he… Continue reading Trusting God: Thanks For Looking Out