friendship — Old Blog Posts for Jen

Alone

Do you ever feel alone? Even in the middle of a big church, or in a group of friends, or with family that love you?

depression, hope, ScriptureJennifer HolmesAugust 28, 2018Elijah's faith, Elijah's discouragement, Feeling alone, I Kings 19, depression, friendshipComment

When Silence Is Best

Verses and encouragement and reassurances can come later, after a person is sure of your grief for them. When I was at my darkest, the songs and verses and words that came from those I knew were truly for me meant the most. Those that had walked the darkness with me were the ones that I trusted to speak into my soul.

Entering the Battle

I forget sometimes. I get living my life, worrying about the everyday things like meal planning and finishing school and I forget that every minute of every day we are in a battle.

Every day Satan is attacking the family. Either my family, or your family, or those around us. When my family almost fell apart, I was acutely aware of the battle. And I put on my armour and fought hard against the enemy. But when things calmed down, I forgot again.