Whenever we meditate on Scripture and pray, we receive spiritual nourishment from feasting on His Word. Over time, God changes our attitude — the miracle of His transformative power begins its work in us. Each step on the journey with Him brings our will closer into alignment with His, and we grow more like Christ.

While we learn to walk through stressful seasons, we sometimes stumble for various reasons: perhaps weakness, selfishness, or a lack of faith in God. We lean on our own understanding rather than depending on God’s goodness and wisdom. But God knows our every need.

Suddenly, uncontrollable tears streamed down my face as pent-up emotions surfaced. I reached for a tissue while tears flowed, and relief flooded me. God uncovered the dreadful memory of a critique where someone’s harsh criticism plunged me into deep despair. After forgiving her, I thought everything was well, but it didn’t erase the words stuck in my head.