February 2012
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“God doesn’t owe you an explanation or reason for everything he asks you to do....”
– Rick Warren (The Purpose Driven Life)
True…
(via throughthisjourneyoflife)
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a battle with insecurity. an unknown truth. and a...
My newest blog post about my journey of insecurity, and a profound truth that has helped me overcome it.
For anyone who is also battling insecurity, may this truth speak into your life. May this lesson help you claim back your freedom and wholeness.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2012/02/14/claim-it/
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the word that scares us the most & yet promises...
My newest blog post about a recent struggle of obeying God’s will and wanting to do things my way.
For anyone who feels God nudging them to do something, but doesn’t know what that is.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2012/02/11/the-battle-of-the-wills/
January 2012
7 posts
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Ladies...
Don’t just settle for surviving this life….
Strive for something bigger,
for something better,
for something more glorious,
for something life giving,
for something uplifting,
for something awe inspiring,
for some.o.n.e who makes you w.h.o.l.e,
and that some.o.n.e is J.E.S.U.S.
“Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able...
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a collision of my fears and future. and faith in...
My newest blog post about my life long battle with insecurity and body image.
For those who desperately want freedom from insecurity, freedom from negative thoughts and freedom from the lies that are weighing you down.
The first chain is always the hardest to break, but Christ will guarantee your victory to freedom.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2012/01/16/untouchable/
Elevation Network →
Christine Caine speaks some truth about freedom, brokenness and the weight that keeps you from pursuing your purpose!
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2012. standing up for justice. and a lot of...
My newest blog post about a powerful lesson I learned in 2011.
For those who have been wronged. For those who have been hurt. For those who seek justice and love in life. May my experience help free you and encourage you in what you are facing.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2012/01/05/never-say-never/
December 2011
12 posts
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the precedent. →
Almost this exact day last year I wrote a post about my natural instinct to force God’s plan in my life. {or maybe just nudge God in the right direction…and by that I mean my direction} I…
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i doubted God's timing. until he showed up.
My newest blog post! For those who doubt God’s plan for your life and his divine timing.
A lesson I learned a year ago, and am now seeing play out this year in incredible ways.
A year ago I didn’t know if I could trust God with my life; my future plans or my present situation… but this truth grabbed hold of me.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2011/12/21/the-precedent/
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a leap of faith. some backlash. and the fight to...
My newest blog post!
My first semester of seminary is almost over! And to think it wouldn’t have happened if…
A blog about faith. Opposition. And a fight to get what is rightfully yours.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2011/12/20/cornered/
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Catching a grenade for someone you love is...
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attitude. truth. and the mundanely divine.
My latest blog post!
Life isn’t meant to be ordinarily mundane; it is meant for so much more.
For those who need something to live for, something to fight for and something that gives them purpose to get through the day.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2011/12/12/mundanely-divine/
November 2011
26 posts
blessing and brokenness. →
Have you ever had one of those days where you keep hearing the same lesson over and over again? {I am having one of those mornings…and also one of those mornings that coffee’s power is no match…
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brokenness and blessing.
My newest post about brokenness and suffering in life and most of all, blessing through all of that pain. I feature two amazing preachers who have incredible insight into this area of life.
http://laurawawiak.com/2011/11/21/blessing-and-brokenness/
temporary. →
As of Monday I am temporarily working at my old Administrative position. {yes…the one that I was depressed in…notice how I said temporarily} To make a long story short, the woman who took my…
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my past. my demons. and my victory.
My latest blog post about how I had to revisit my past in order to focus on my future. I faced my demons and insecurities head on to come out on top.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2011/11/16/temporary/
“No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”
{romans 8:37}
the next ten. →
In light of my birthday post on Wednesday, I began to think not only about my blessings from the past year, but the complete difference in my life from this birthday and last birthday. From…
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the next ten.
My newest blog post about how I got myself out of a mediocre, ordinary life and how you can too.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2011/11/11/1-year-10-years/
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birthday blessings. →
Today is my 24th birthday. {ugh…i’m getting so old. lol} I feel a mixture of both excitement and sadness. I am so excited to be with my family and have an occasion to celebrate all together. {I…
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24 years. 24 blessings.
My newest blog post talking about my 24th birthday!!
I have experienced 24 years and have 24 reasons to be thankful.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2011/11/09/birthday-blessings/
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a lil’ bit of this. a lil’ bit of that. →
I realized today that I haven’t really blogged at all about my seminary experience so far! To basically sum it up, I can say that it’s like trying to drink from a fire hose. {that’s the analogy…
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seminary. life. and some faith sharing.
My newest blog post {and first blog post about seminary!!} with some random thoughts about school, faith and an authentic life.
http://laurawachowiak.com/2011/11/04/a-lil-bit-of-this-a-lil-bit-of-that/
markmuldez asked: I can't help it! I love this season, not only Because Jesus is the reason, it's just .. ahh. I can't explain. Do you know what I'm saying??! :)
bring the rain. →
A few years ago my favorite song to play in the car was “Bring the Rain” by MercyMe. If you aren’t familiar with the song, here are the lyrics:
I can count a million times People…
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some tears. some trials. and a whole lotta truth.
My latest blog post for those who feel absolutely empty and need some hope.
Everyone’s rain will stop eventually. And when it does…the son will shine.
{bring the rain} http://laurawachowiak.com/2011/11/03/bring-the-rain/
A Conversation With God
You say: It’s impossible.
God says: All things are possible. (Luke 18:27)
You say: I’m too tired.
God says: I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28-30)
You say: Nobody really loves me.
God says: I love you. (John 3:16 & John 13:34)
You say: I can’t go on.
God says: My grace is sufficient. (II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalms 91:15)
You say: I can’t figure things out.
God says: I will direct your steps. (Proverbs 3:5-6)
You say: I can’t do it.
God says: You can do all things. (Philippians 4:13)
You say: I’m not able.
God says: I am able. (II Corinthians 9:8)
You say: It’s not worth it.
God says: It will be worth it. (Romans 8:28)
You say: I can’t forgive myself.
God says: I FORGIVE YOU. (I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)
You say: I can’t manage.
God says: I will supply all your needs. (Philippians 4:19)
You say: I’m afraid.
God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear. (II Timothy 1:7)
You say: I’m always worried and frustrated.
God says: Cast all your cares on ME. (I Peter 5:7)
You say: I don’t have enough faith.
God says: I’ve given everyone a measure of faith. (Romans 12:3)
You say: I’m not smart enough.
God says: I give you wisdom. (I Corinthians 1:30)
You say: I feel all alone.
God says: I will never leave you or forsake you. (Hebrews 13:5)
I absolutely love this.
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