Pondering with God is an invitation to slow your heart, reflect, and dwell in the presence of God as He shapes you from the inside out. From my personal journey, I share what God has taught me through Scripture, prayer, walking out His Word, and the relationships He has used to refine me. My desire is that this space draws you deeper as you abide in Him, form strong spiritual roots, and discover hope, renewal, and empowerment along the journey.
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by Shannon Garrison Life has its fair share of pain and hardship. Our difficult seasons can be so overwhelming that they feel almost unbearable. The ugly divorce, the devastating cancer diagnosis, the shocking betrayal of a close friend, the unexpected death of a child, the toxic and abusive relationship—these circumstances can be life-altering, bringing with […]
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by Heather Green We all say “yes” every day. Sometimes it’s obvious, like accepting a new job, welcoming a helping hand, or embracing a new friendship. Sometimes our “yes” is much quieter, as we give way to our attitudes, fears, excuses, or even our desires. Whatever our “yes” looks like, it starts with a decision […]
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By Shannon Garrison Where fear and insecurity rule, overcompensation takes root. Merriam-Webster’s Dictionary defines overcompensation as “the excessive reaction to a feeling of inferiority, guilt, or inadequacy leading to an exaggerated attempt to overcome the feeling.”¹ The Cambridge Dictionary defines it as “the act of trying too hard to correct a problem and, therefore, creating […]
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By Bailey Crofford With God, there’s almost always a process for most things—and God isn’t in a hurry when it comes to the completion of those processes. In every area of our lives, God is far more concerned with the journey than He is with the final destination. He cares more about who we are […]
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by Shannon Garrison When we give our lives to Christ, we gain the capacity to live an abundant life rooted in freedom. Through His death and resurrection, we are empowered to follow God wholeheartedly and fulfill His purposes and plans. As we co-labor with Christ, our lives bear much fruit and testify to God’s goodness […]
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by Shannon Garrison God is always doing something new. Therefore, as His children, our lives should reflect this truth as we are presented with opportunities to embrace change. To make room for what God is doing, we must often rid ourselves of the things that no longer serve God’s purpose in our lives. Thus, to […]
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by Shannon Garrison We are wired for godly connection. While we long to find our tribe and experience healthy relationships, it can be difficult to find the friendships we seek. The question is: What are we actually seeking? Godly relationships are marked by balance, yet we often pursue comfort over health. Instead of embracing diversity, […]