Author: Kirstyn Mayden

I had a friend tell me a hard truth to accept about myself the other day. I knew it was true but in situations like this our flesh wants to protect our feelings and become defensive. But I was reminded of Proverbs 27:17 that says: “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” (ESV) God… Read more

When our to-do lists get too long and we start to grow tired and weary, it may be time to cut back. I’ve learned that feeling overwhelmed may not be a sign you are behind and need to do more, but that you need to cut back and simplify your life. It’s in these seasons… Read more

We all make mistakes we are not proud of. Our bad decisions can sometimes cause the thought of living without regret feel impossible. However, we know through the grace of God and the love of Christ that all things are possible. When we accept Christ into our lives, we may physically look the same, but… Read more

When things aren’t going our way and we find ourselves struggling with our faith, it’s easy to think God is mad at us.  It’s then that God feels like this mean judge looking over our shoulder, shaking His head in disappointment. The Bible, however, characterizes God completely differently. He desires holiness and justice, yes. At… Read more

The fear in our lives has one goal: to discourage, paralyze, and destroy everything God has for us. We can’t let that happen. We won’t let that happen. We must stop listening to fear. We must fight fear with the truth. I’ve learned four simple words to stop fear in its tracks every time. You… Read more

If there’s anything we can use more of, it’s confidence. By confidence, I don’t mean thinking more of ourselves than we should, but an increased boldness in God and His ability in our lives. A confidence that allows us the courage to come to God in times of trouble and not try to fix things… Read more

If we want to experience true freedom, we must work unto the Lord—not our boss, not our kids, not our friends, not even our spouse. It’s nice to be appreciated and recognized. But sometimes the very people we serve will fail to see all we do. So if we don’t want to grow resentful, angry,… Read more

One of my favorite qualities about the Proverbs 31 woman is that she can “laugh at the days to come” (Proverbs 31:25). Worry, fear, and anxiety try to knock at her door, but she doesn’t cower back. She doesn’t hide. She doesn’t back down. What does she do instead? She laughs! She knows the future… Read more

I know the enemy may have been in your head lately, bombarding you with insecurity, guilt, shame, lies, and temptation great enough to make you lose focus and become confused. I know because I’m right here in the trenches with you, daily fighting for my relationship with God and my faith. But let me make… Read more

One of the most disheartening feelings is loneliness. Maybe you feel like you’re alone with all the work on your shoulders. Maybe you feel alone in a relationship where you’re the only one putting in any effort. Maybe you feel alone in the sense that no one around you understands you. We may feel alone,… Read more