Tag: Personal Reflection

Dear Younger, Me: Lessons Learned, Painful Memories, and Embracing the Journey

November 1, 2023

In a heartfelt letter to his younger self, the author reflects on life experiences and lessons learned. Topics covered include personal growth, handling difficulty, embracing opportunities, and mental health; each section offers advice tied to these themes. The author concludes suggesting embracing life in all its forms – both joyous and painful – as they have shaped him into who he is today. The past can’t be changed; focus on shaping a better future. … More Dear Younger, Me: Lessons Learned, Painful Memories, and Embracing the Journey

My Question – My Being

January 11, 2022

Again, the phrase appears in my mind, lingering like an unwanted specter. To be or not to be; that is the question. My soul groans and cries out – What is the answer? Only silence. The barren desert appears again. The warmth from the day lingers in the twilight hours. Long after the sun descended over the horizon. Only the moon glows against the velvet canopy of sky. Stars blinking in chorus for some cosmic audience. The desert wind becomes a cold talon. The desert’s friend is loneliness. … More My Question – My Being

General Conference October 2021: A Time of Personal Reflection and Revelation

October 9, 2021

As President Russell M. Nelson provided his opening remarks to the October 2021 General Conference – we learn that the focus of our attention is to understand three things: Pure Teaching, Pure Doctrine of Christ, and Pure Revelation. Reflecting on this message, how have you come to understand these three principle truths? What are you struggling with when it comes to your faith in Christ? Faith in the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ? and where do you feel lacking when it comes to revelation and the ministering of the Holy Spirit? Knowing that personal revelation comes through our daily commitment to scripture study, prayerfully reflecting and meditating on teachings from Church Leaders and those within our own community, and through personal fellowship and service toward others: how does this help build up your faith and testimony? Please share your comments, thoughts, and feel free to ask any questions in the comment section below. Share this with others through your social media platforms as well. … More General Conference October 2021: A Time of Personal Reflection and Revelation

Finding our Identity through Christ

February 23, 2021

How do we come to understand our sense of worth, know who we are, and how does this matter? Today’s society has consistently defined and redefined what it means to be someone. In this message, I explore the idea of identity in Christ by looking at the two questions Christ asks. Focusing on our identity … More Finding our Identity through Christ

My Question – My Being

November 27, 2020

Back in 2004, my father was released from Harboview Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. A few months prior to this, he was involved in a serious auto accident outside of Yelm, Washington. He had broken the steering wheel of his small 1980’s something pick up truck with his chest. Drove the steering column through the … More My Question – My Being

Come Follow Me – Our Spiritual Call to Action

December 22, 2019

Damascus Way Recovery is looking forward to a new year of spiritual growth, enlightenment, and deepening one’s faith in Christ and God. This past year has been one of focus on developing a mindful Christian life. Going into the 2020 is no different and will continue to maintain the foundation of living a focused and … More Come Follow Me – Our Spiritual Call to Action

Blessed to endure all things

February 22, 2019

Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him ~ James 1:12, ESV ~ We become spiritually blinded when we find ourselves lamenting how difficult a situation, or experience, is and we resolve that … More Blessed to endure all things

We bare the Image of God and Humanity

January 26, 2019

And God said, “Let us make man according to our image and likeness.”  ~ Genesis 1:26, LXX ~ Within ourselves and other people, we bare the image and likeness of God. We also bare the image and likeness of one another. Upon reflection, we bare the image of our childhood, our old-age, and those whom we … More We bare the Image of God and Humanity

Seeking transformation toward a more enduring authentic Christian life

January 21, 2019

One of the things we do not consider is the review mirror effect of looking back on our lives. Going through some of my previous writings, and musings, I found this. Originally written in January of 2014. I happened to attend a MARS Hill Church in Shoreline, Washington. The sermon finished up a series based off the book … More Seeking transformation toward a more enduring authentic Christian life

Wrestling with God and how it forever changes your faith and life

September 16, 2018

Earlier this month, I happened across an article at Crosswalk.com by Dena Johnson – How wrestling with God will change you forever. In her article/devotional, she recounts the story of Jacob and how Jacob wrestled with a person throughout the evening. His name was changed from Jacob to Israel and became the father of the … More Wrestling with God and how it forever changes your faith and life