Hearts Not Troubled

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

5 Tips For Young Superintendents

Posted by Rachel on December 19, 2018 in Church,

In a Seventh-day Adventist Church, being a superintendent is a crucial task. They are the ones planning, organizing and overseeing the Sabbath School Program(the first part of our church service), which lasts for an hour. Being a superintendent at a young age can be overwhelming. I had my...

Monday, November 26, 2018

Don't Give Up

Posted by Rachel on November 26, 2018 in Personal,

Cliche words but a timely reminder. A few weeks ago I got to learn how to drive. And it was a disaster. Before the day arrived, I watched three "how to drive" videos on YouTube, so I could have an idea. When the actual driving lesson started, my...

Thursday, November 15, 2018

When the Breakouts Make You Forget Your Value

Posted by Rachel on November 15, 2018 in Beauty,

I have been struggling with breakouts for a month. I did my research and figured out it was caused by comedonal acne. For weeks, my days have been spent looking in the mirror wishing and praying my pimples would disappear. I have spent hours researching and reading about...

Tuesday, November 13, 2018

An Open Letter To A Sensitive Soul

Posted by Rachel on November 13, 2018 in Personal, Sensitive,

Dear person with a sensitive heart, You might be experiencing a bad day today. Someone might have offended you and the words keep floating around your mind. Words like "too sensitive", "overreacting", "weak", keep repeating themselves. And you want to believe them. Your heart hurts and you can't...

Wednesday, November 7, 2018

5 New Christian Songs For Your Playlist

Posted by Rachel on November 07, 2018 in Music,

Music is an important part of our faith. Christian songs packed with Biblical truths will surely encourage you in your walk with Christ. I compiled few of the newly released songs you can listen to or even add to your playlist. Let the message of ChristA)" style="background-color: white;...

Sunday, November 4, 2018

In the Storm

Posted by Rachel on November 04, 2018 in Poetry,

In the stillness, I find myself in sin. I turn into someone I don't even know. I give in to the darkness. I let it flood my soul, until all that's left is emptiness, until my strength is gone and I have lost my way. I drift away...

Monday, October 22, 2018

Physical Flaws and Jesus

Posted by Rachel on October 22, 2018 in Beauty,

I am not the most beautiful girl in the world nor do I think I am attractive. I surprisingly get compliments that I usually receive with awkwardness. However, honest compliments once in a while doesn’t hurt anybody right? They give reassurance when you’re feeling worthless and sometimes serve...

Monday, October 1, 2018

From Shame to Radiance

Posted by Rachel on October 01, 2018 in Poetry,

Shame.I am ashamed.For my wicked thoughts.For my careless words.For my selfish deeds.For the decisions I have made. I am ashamed.I am ashamed of who I am.I walk around with a heavy heart.I face the ground because that seems easier than to face my fears.I look past the people...

Saturday, September 22, 2018

Pick Up Your Armor

Posted by Rachel on September 22, 2018 in Depression, Poetry,

Where I once saw sunshine and butterflies, the world I lived in drastically changed as I opened my eyes to a bleak, cold world. Hope seemed far away. My bones started to dry up, thirsty, but unwilling to drink the Water of life. My armor weighed heavily on...

Sunday, September 9, 2018

A Short Prayer for Courage

Posted by Rachel on September 09, 2018 in Personal,

God, give me… the courage to walk in my identity. the courage to walk in the truth of who I am. the courage to rest in the assurance that I am fully known and loved. the courage to accept that I am a child of God. the courage...

Wednesday, August 29, 2018

6 Songs To Listen To When You Need A Friend

Posted by Rachel on August 29, 2018 in Music,

In light of my latest post, How God Met Me in My Loneliness, a lot of you commented telling me you can relate. As a way to help, I compiled a few songs to encourage you when you're experiencing a lonely season in life. Jesus is there. He...