Staying the Course: A Journey of Faith and Self-Reflection

• By candidasullivan
• February 1, 2025
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I usually start out strong, creating a plan and getting excited about the possibility of achieving my goal. But then, life happens.

When everything seems to be burning down around us, it’s hard to stay focused on a goal that seems so far away. We get sucked into the hardships of right now and trade them for the dreams tucked in our hearts.

I have been sidetracked many times on my way to my goals. It’s not that I wanted to quit or give up; it just happened. And to be honest, it makes me sick to my stomach to think about the possibility of it happening this time, too.

So, I’ve been intentional about checking in with myself and God daily. The desire in my heart to do this is stronger than ever. All I do is cry and pray. Every day, I think, I can’t let myself down again.

This morning, I decided to do a monthly check-in with the Lord. Sitting with Him in stillness and asking Him how I did for January scared me. Sometimes, it’s hard to put it all out there and be completely and totally vulnerable. It’s hard to ask the tough questions and desire the truth, but that’s the only way we can grow.

I didn’t want to wait until the end of the year to find out how I did. I want to know that I’m doing my best and aligning beautifully with my Lord daily. In every situation, I want to be honest with Him. I want to stay fully present and live for my Lord.

The only way to be truly satisfied is to know that I did what the Lord wanted me to do. And the only way to truly understand that is to ask Him.

Regardless of where we are, God can help us. He knows the way because He is the way.

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