Say What You Mean and Mean What You Say

 

One thing about social media and the world wide web—it’s full of voices. Some shout, some whisper, and some just want to argue for the sake of arguing. But here’s what I’ve learned in this age of oversharing and underthinking: You can’t convince people who don’t want to be convinced.

They’ll either believe you or they won’t. They’ll either agree with you or they’ll scroll right past—or worse, comment with a full-blown think-piece trying to discredit your every word. And honestly? It’s not worth the agita that comes with trying to prove a point to people you don’t even know from a can of paint.

I’ve stopped debating with strangers on social media. I’m no longer emotionally invested in trying to explain myself to folks whose only goal is to poke holes, not gain understanding. It’s exhausting. So now? I simply say what I mean, mean what I say, and keep it moving.

There will always be someone who agrees, someone who disagrees, and someone who’s just out to stir the pot because chaos is their comfort zone. But none of that should keep you from expressing yourself. If you’ve got something to say—say it. And if you don’t, that’s fine too.

Because life is way too short to be that bothered… social media-ly.

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Scripture Reflection:

“Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.”

—Colossians 4:6 (ESV)

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A Prayer for Peace in Expression:

Father God, thank You for the voice You’ve given me and the freedom to use it. Help me to speak with purpose, wisdom, and grace—even in spaces where chaos tries to drown out clarity. Give me discernment to know when to speak and when to stay silent. Keep me from getting pulled into fruitless debates that steal my peace. Let my words reflect You, and let my heart remain anchored in truth. Whether I’m heard, misunderstood, praised, or dismissed—help me stay grounded. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Affirmation:

I am not for everybody—and that’s okay. I speak truth with love, walk away from drama, and guard my peace at all costs. My voice is valuable, my time is sacred, and I don’t need internet validation to be confident in my calling.

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If this spoke to you, leave a comment and let’s have an honest, adult dialogue. I believe we can find common ground, even in a noisy world. God is not the author of chaos or confusion. Until I blog again—stay safe, stay calm, be well, and love your neighbor.

While You’re Waiting on God, He’s Waiting on You — What Are You Going to Do?

 

There’s a holy hush that comes with waiting on God. It’s full of prayer, hope, frustration, and faith. You pray, you fast, you cry out—“Lord, I’m waiting on You!” But what if He’s waiting on you?

This isn’t to discount divine timing. God moves in His own perfect rhythm. But too often, we hide behind the phrase “I’m waiting on God” as a spiritual excuse for inaction, fear, or complacency.

Sometimes the miracle is motion.

Sometimes the open door you’re praying for is one you’re already standing in front of—you just haven’t turned the handle. Sometimes the answer to your prayer isn’t another confirmation, it’s courage.

What Are You Going to Do?

God gave you the idea. The vision. The word. The nudge. He set the table. He opened your eyes. Now what?

• Are you going to start the business?

• Are you going to heal the relationship?

• Are you going to write the book?

• Are you going to forgive, even if they never apologize?

• Are you going to trust God enough to take the next step?

We ask for clarity, but ignore conviction.

We want elevation, but resist obedience.

We want God to do, while we stay still—not in faith, but in fear.

The Truth Is: Faith Is a Two-Way Street

The Bible is full of moments where God moved after His people moved:

• Moses had to stretch out the rod before the Red Sea parted.

• The woman with the issue of blood had to press through the crowd.

• Peter had to step out of the boat before he walked on water.

• The lepers had to walk before they were healed.

Faith is not just waiting. Faith is walking while you wait.

And in the midst of that walk, Psalm 37:23 (KJV) reminds us:

“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way.”

Your steps are already ordered—you just have to take them.

Waiting Is Not Wasting

Let your waiting be working. Let it be filled with preparation, movement, healing, alignment, growth, and gratitude. And let it be filled with listening, because if you’re honest, He’s probably already said more than enough.

You’re waiting on God? Beautiful.

But maybe—just maybe—He’s waiting on you.

So again I ask: What are you going to do?

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Closing Prayer:

Lord, while I wait, help me not to be idle. Teach me to move in faith, not in fear. Remind me that You have already equipped me with what I need to take the next step. If I’m still, let it be in obedience, not uncertainty. If I move, let it be in alignment with Your will. Thank You for being patient with me as I learn to trust both Your timing and my assignment. I don’t just want to wait—I want to work while I wait. And I want to walk with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Cry That Covered Me: When Silence Feels Like Abandonment

 

Reflections on Jesus’ Fourth Saying from the Cross!

~ Mark 15:34

Today is Maundy Thursday—a sacred pause in Holy Week where we remember the humility of Christ at the Last Supper, His act of servanthood, and His commandment that we love one another.

It’s on this day, with reverence and reflection, that I was invited to share on one of the most haunting yet holy sayings of Jesus from the cross:

“My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?”

~Mark 15:34

This moment wasn’t just about physical suffering. It was a glimpse into the weight of divine silence. Jesus, the sinless one, was bearing the full consequence of sin—separation. Not because the Father stopped loving Him, but because He stood in our place.

But even in that anguish, Jesus was fulfilling prophecy (Psalm 22) and ministering hope through His pain. His cry echoed the cries of every heart that’s ever felt abandoned, unseen, or unheard.

This was not just His cry.

It was ours—through Him.

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What This Teaches Us

• God is still present in silence. Jesus felt forsaken, but He was never unloved.

• Your cry has purpose. Even in agony, Jesus was pointing people to the Word.

• Abandonment became atonement. What looked like rejection was actually redemption.

Because Jesus was temporarily separated, we are eternally connected.

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Poetic Reflection: The Cry That Covered Me

My God, My God—He cried aloud,

Beneath the weight, beneath the cloud.

Forsaken, bruised, for sin He bore,

To open wide salvation’s door.

He felt the silence, dark and deep,

So we’d have peace and perfect sleep.

No voice from Heaven, no rescue call—

Still, He endured it all for all.

A moment’s distance, an eternal gain,

Love wrapped in sacrifice and pain.

His cry was real, His hurt was true,

But through that cry—He carried you.

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Final Witness

If you’re in a silent season—keep crying out.

God can handle your questions. Even Jesus asked, “why?”

He sees. He hears. He knows. And He’s near—even when He seems quiet.

And if this is your first time doing something God has called you to do—like it was for me this morning—just trust Him to lead. He doesn’t need your perfection. He just needs your yes.

Wake up, witness the power of the cross, and remember:

What felt like abandonment was preparation for elevation.

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Brief Prayer

Lord, in the silence of our own suffering, help us remember the cry of Your Son. Remind us that we are never truly forsaken. Strengthen our faith, steady our hearts, and draw us closer to You—even when we don’t understand. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Confused but Called: When the Journey Hits Different

Opening Prayer:

Lord, as I share this message, I ask that You guide my words and open the hearts of those reading. Let this be more than a post—let it be a moment of connection, conviction, and comfort. Speak to the confused, strengthen the weary, and remind every soul that being called by You is never in vain. Amen.

The journey has been real. Real, for real.

There’s no manual for the emotional rollercoaster that comes with walking in faith. One minute, you feel seen by God. The next, you feel ghosted by the world. You’re trying to step into your purpose—but instead of applause, you get criticism. Instead of support, you get side-eyes. And sometimes, the silence is louder than the shouting.

Nothing hits like a faith fight.

Trying to trust God while also trying not to fall apart. Feeling safe and unsafe all at the same time. Knowing that God called you, but wondering if the people around you got the memo—or worse, if they did and don’t care. You’re encouraged and discouraged in the same breath. You’re bold one day and buried under self-doubt the next. It’s like confusion on steroids while you’re begging God for clarity.

And in the middle of all that? A whisper:

“Lord, You know I’m trying. Is this enough?”

Truth is, faith isn’t always about feeling strong—it’s about still showing up when you feel weak. It’s about walking when you’re wounded. It’s about trusting God when everything around you tells you to give up.

You are not alone.

You’re not crazy. You’re not lazy. You’re not unworthy. You’re just in the messy middle of becoming. Of being built. Of being broken open so God can rebuild you for the next level.

Scripture reminds us:

“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”

— 2 Corinthians 12:9

“Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

— Galatians 6:9

So no, you’re not failing—you’re fighting. And that fight is proof you still believe.

Keep showing up. Keep praying. Keep doing the hard work.

Because even when you’re confused… you’re still called.

Affirmation

God, even when I don’t feel strong, I will still say yes. Even when I don’t feel seen, I will still serve. And even when I don’t have clarity, I will trust You’re still calling me.

Closing Invitation:

If this message spoke to your spirit, I invite you to share it with someone who might need the reminder. And if you’ve ever felt “confused but called,” drop a comment—I’d love to hear your story. Let’s encourage each other on this journey.