Why Your Story Matters, and How Sharing It Glorifies God and Encourages Others
Have you ever wondered if your story really matters? If the things you’ve been through, the crazy, the miraculous, the painful, are worth sharing?
The answer is yes. And not just because your story is powerful (which it is), but because God has always used testimonies to reveal His goodness, build up His people, and minister to others to the point of salvation. But what does God say about testimonies?
Scripture is filled with testimonies—wild, redemptive, and real—that point back to the heart of a faithful God. And friend, yours is worth sharing too.
What Is a Testimony in the Bible?
The word “testimony” in Scripture often means a witness, a declaration, or a record of what God has done.
“Come and hear, all you who fear God, and I will tell what He has done for my soul.” — Psalm 66:16 (ESV)
Whether it’s the psalmist declaring God’s deliverance, a healed man proclaiming mercy, or Paul sharing how Jesus turned his life upside-down, God invites His people to testify.
Your testimony is your “Jesus story.” It’s how His grace met you in a real place, at a real time, and did something only He could do.
Why Are Christian Testimonies So Important?
1. They Glorify God
When we tell the truth about what God has done, we make His name known.
“Jesus did not let him, but said, ‘Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.'” — Mark 5:19
The man Jesus healed from demonic possession didn’t get a theological education first. He just went and told his story, and people were amazed (Mark 5:20).
2. They Encourage Others
When we speak, others believe.
“Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony, ‘He told me everything I ever did.’” — John 4:39
That woman at the well? Her past was messy. But Jesus met her anyway, and she ran to tell everyone. Her proclamation led an entire town to believe in Him.
3. They Help Us Remember
We need reminders of how far we’ve come and who brought us here.
“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story—those he redeemed from the hand of the foe, those he gathered from the lands, from east and west, from north and south.”
— Psalm 107:2–3
When we testify, we don’t just encourage others; we also encourage ourselves. We rehearse God’s faithfulness to ourselves.
How to Share Your Testimony (Biblically and Simply)
You don’t need a pulpit or eloquent words. Just a willing heart.
Here’s a simple structure based on Paul’s testimony in Acts 26:
Before Christ – What was life like before you truly knew Him?
Meeting Christ – How did He meet you, save you, call you?
During Christ – What has changed? What is still being healed?
Personal Faith Stories in the Bible
Throughout Scripture, we see people boldly (and sometimes tearfully) sharing what God did for them:
The Blind Man (John 9): “He put mud on my eyes,” the man replied, “and I washed, and now I see.”
The Woman at the Well (John 4): Her whole village believed after she shared.
The Demoniac Set Free (Mark 5): Jesus sent him home with the words, “Go home to your own people and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.”
David (Psalm 40:1–3): “He lifted me out of the slimy pit… Many will see and fear the Lord and put their trust in him.”
These weren’t perfect people. They were people who encountered God and shared the story.
Why Your Story Matters
If God has done anything in your life, big or small, instant or ongoing, you have a testimony.
“And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.” — Revelation 12:11
Testimonies are spiritual weapons. Every time you say, “This is what Jesus did,” you’re declaring war on fear, doubt, and shame.
Even more? Your story might be the spark someone else needs to turn to Jesus.
Speak Up
You don’t have to shout from a stage. You don’t need to have all the answers. But there’s someone who needs your voice, your story of how Jesus showed up in your life.
So share it over coffee, in a post, in your journal, or right in the comments. Be the one who says, “Let me tell you what He did for my soul.”
Because when we testify, we don’t just remember His goodness, we reveal it.
If this post stirred something in you, if it reminded you of God’s faithfulness or gave you courage to speak, take a moment today to share your own Jesus story.
You can write it in a journal. Share it with a friend. Or simply leave a few lines in the comments below:
How has Jesus revised your life?
And if you feel led to share your story with a wider audience, we would be honored to host it. You can inquire about submitting your testimony to be featured on the blog by visiting aliferevised.com/guest-post.
Your voice could be the encouragement someone else needs today.
When I’m in a hard place and need something to help anchor me in God’s truth, I often find the right song and play it like an anthem throughout that season of my life. Not just any song, but one that speaks to the situation and points me back to Jesus. These Christian songs for hard times have helped carry me through moments when I couldn’t even find the words. We all have seasons where we’re really going through it. Even as Christians, some situations leave us feeling depleted and discouraged. I’m so grateful that we have hope and a friend in Jesus who never leaves us!
I don’t know how it is for you, but sometimes it takes me a moment to get back to that truth. Still, as my pastor often says, “Turn it into just a moment”—meaning don’t dwell there. To help me keep my mind on Jesus, I reach for a song that speaks to my spirit.
You know how it is—one minute you’re encouraged, and the next you’re staring at your situation again, and the sadness creeps back in. That’s why, during difficult times, there’s usually a song or two I find myself playing on repeat. This is in addition to reading my Bible and spending time in prayer—music can’t replace that. But some days, I feel like I need all the help I can get (please tell me I’m not the only one!).
Do you remember in the Bible when Saul was tormented by an evil spirit, and he had David come play for him? As David played, the spirit left him. I believe the same thing happens when we sing or listen to Holy Spirit-infused music—His presence fills the room, and peace follows.
“Whenever the spirit from God came on Saul, David would take up his lyre and play. Then relief would come to Saul; he would feel better, and the evil spirit would leave him.” 1 Samuel 16:23
Here Are 13 Christian Songs For Hard Times That Carried Me Through
I pray they meet you right where you are, just like they did for me.
I’ve also created a Spotify playlist with all of these songs so you can listen and worship on the go, or save it for when you need it most.
This song reminded me to praise God in the middle of my situation, not just when it’s over.
“Praise Him anyway—in the middle of it.”
2. “We Gon’ Be Alright” – Tye Tribbett
My husband introduced me to this one, and he used to blast it in the car and at home. It quickly became one of my favorites.
“Troubles come and go
Even on the mountain high or the valley low
Never let your faith go”
Bonus, play this one right after:
3. “Sound Mind” – Bryan & Katie Torwalt
Nearly every time anxiety tried to rear its ugly head, I’d sing this. It felt like singing scripture—anchoring me in 2 Timothy 1:7—that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.
“In the chaos, You are the peace
In my suffering, You‘re here with me
In the darkness, You never leave
God of mercy, You‘re walking with me.”
4. “When I Am Afraid” – Laura Hackett
Simple, scripture-based, and straight to the heart. Based on Psalm 56:3.
“When I am afraid, I will trust in You…
The Rock that is higher”
5. “God Is in Control” – DOE
I listened to this during a difficult financial season. I played it so much that my son learned the chorus.
“But only You could make a way
Only You could make the wind break
I will call on Your name
And I will make my soul sing”
6. “Firm Foundation (He Won’t)” – Maverick City Music, Chandler Moore & Cody Carnes
“ I was young and now I am old, yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging bread.” – Psalm 37:25
This song is a bold reminder: God. Won’t. Fail.
“I’ve still got joy in chaos
I won’t be going under
I’m not held by my own strength.”
7. “Tremble” – Mosaic MSC
I have been playing this song since my son was in my womb, and he is now 7 years old. Sometimes, he requests this song at bedtime.
“Peace, bring it all to peace
The storms surrounding me
Let it break at Your Name”
8. “King of My Heart” (Live) – Bethel Music, Steffany Gretzinger
This reminds me that I can always run to God. He is constant and good.
“Let the King of my heart
Be the mountain where I run
The fountain I drink from
Oh, He is my song.”
9. “Stayed on Him” – Terrian
Upbeat and faith-filled. It reminds me to stay focused on Jesus. He’ll keep me in perfect peace.
“I’ll keep my mind stayed on Him…
‘Til the very end”
10. “He Understands” – Chandler Moore
What I love most about this song is that it reminds us that Jesus truly understands what we are going through and the feelings we deal with. He has felt those things too!
“He Understands
He was alone, left by his Friends
Foxes have Holes,
He had nowhere to go
No Place to lay his head
So if anyone knows
He Understands. “
11. “Trouble Won’t Last” – Keyondra Lockett
A reminder that trials are temporary, but God’s faithfulness is eternal.
“Weeping may endure for the night
Keep the faith.”
12. “Rebuild (Remix)” – J Moss
The whole song is like a heart’s cry to Jesus when you are struggling and asking for deliverance, healing, and wholeness. Wait until you get to the ending, it will give you chills!
“Send up this real simple prayer: Rebuild me.”
13. “The Promise” – Tiff Joy
This is my go-to when I need to remind myself: God keeps His word. He’s not a liar. What He says, we can count on.
If you’re walking through a hard season, I pray these songs meet you like they met me—with the comfort only God can give. What songs has God used to carry you through? I’d love to hear your go-to Christian/gospel tracks in the comments. Maybe I’ll add them to the playlist!
This is for both of us. I’m guessing you’re here because, like me, you’re believing God for healing. This post shares Bible verses for healing that I’ve been clinging to.
Personally, I’m believing God for healing from PCOS and the other health challenges that have come along with it, and it hasn’t been easy. So here we are, gathering together to load up our spiritual arsenal. But first, let’s take a moment to remember exactly who we’re dealing with and who we have on our side.
We have the God of the Universe, the One who formed us from dust. He ordered the parts, made the parts, and He can fix the parts. Let these Bible verses encourage you in times of need, and help build your faith and trust in Jesus and His ability to make you whole.
When I Ask God About Healing
When I come to the Lord about my healing, and wonder why complete and total healing hasn’t happened for me yet, I often think about the man who brought his son to Jesus in Mark chapter 9.
I know that I believe, but I also find myself asking God to “help my unbelief” — just like that father who sought deliverance for his son who was possessed by an evil spirit.
“‘If you can?’ said Jesus. ‘Everything is possible for one who believes.’
Immediately, the boy’s father exclaimed, ‘I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!’”
— Mark 9:23–24
Even when I feel like I have all the faith in the world and genuinely believe in God’s ability to heal me, I know there could still be some unbelief buried underneath. I have thoughts like, “I know He can… but will He do it?” I often wonder if that’s why I haven’t seen my breakthrough yet.
Or maybe God is waiting for me to grow in discipline. Maybe it’s simply the sovereignty of God and has nothing to do with unbelief at all — I think of the book of Job.
Honestly, I don’t know.
But just like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the book of Daniel — different circumstances, same heart — my attitude is this: Even if God doesn’t do it, I’m still trusting, leaning on, and depending on Jesus.
“If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to deliver us from it, and he will deliver us from Your Majesty’s hand. But even if he does not, we want you to know, Your Majesty, that we will not serve your gods or worship the image of gold you have set up.”
– Daniel 3:17-18
Why I Turn to Bible Verses for Healing
Whatever the reason, while waiting on healing, the enemy tries to invade our minds with lies like: “This is just how it’s going to be for you. There’s nothing you can do. God doesn’t care.”
But those are lies — and I refuse to believe them. I choose to believe the Word of God and hold on to His promises.
A person dear to me told me about The Little Red Prayer Book. There’s a free PDF version available online. It includes a powerful section on healing, filled with scriptures, prayers, and declarations. (Here’s the link to the free download if you’d like to check it out.)
To be clear, I don’t know the creators of the book and have no association with them; I just found it helpful. I wouldn’t recommend replacing your personal prayer time with it, but it’s a great tool to help you pray Scripture over your life.
That said, here are the Bible verses for healing that I’m standing on in faith.
Bible Verses for Physical Healing
Isaiah 53:5 – By His stripes, we are healed
“But He was wounded for our transgressions,He was bruised for our iniquities;
The chastisement for our peace was upon Him,And by His stripes we are healed.”
This verse reminds me that when Jesus died for our sins, He also suffered for our healing.
Jeremiah 30:17 – I will restore you to health
“For I will restore health to and heal you of your wounds,’ says the Lord,‘Because they called you an outcast saying:
“This is Zion;No one seeks her.‘”
Though spoken through Jeremiah to Israel, this verse reminds me of God’s heart to restore and heal His children. I hold onto it for myself, too.
Psalm 103:2–3 – He heals all your diseases
Bless the Lord, O my soul,
And forget not all His benefits:
Who forgives all your iniquities,
Who heals all your diseases,
Healing is one of the benefits we have as His children.
James 5:14–15 – The prayer offered in faith…
Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.
What stands out to me in this passage is the role of community, or as my pastor calls it, “one-anothering.” Praying in faith with others.
I’ll never forget a time in my twenties when I had a sudden fever and wasn’t feeling well. A few friends, all believers, were with me. We worshiped and prayed together for hours. When they prayed for me directly, my fever broke almost right away. I felt completely back to normal. It was so sudden, so real. I’ll never forget it.
Bible Verses for Emotional and Mental Healing
Psalm 34:18 – Close to the brokenhearted
The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart,
And saves such as have a contrite spirit.
Philippians 4:6–7 – Peace that passes understanding
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
2 Timothy 1:7 – Not a spirit of fear…
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.
This is one of my favorite verses. My mom (who adopted me) taught it to me when I was little and struggling with night terrors. I clung to this verse then, and I still cling to it now.
Listen to “Sound Mind” by Bryan & Katie Torwalt, inspired by this verse:
Psalm 147:3 – He binds wounds
He heals the brokenhearted
And binds up their wounds.
Pray with Me
Father, in the name of Jesus, we thank you because you are the God who keeps your promises. We thank you because you see us where we are and know what we are going through. I pray that we would be closer to you than ever before, knowing more of your heart and experiencing more of your presence. I pray that you would increase our faith and help our unbelief, if there be any. We never want to doubt you. Help us to trust you more, for healing and wholeness. You are the Great Physician, the one who made us, and the one who can heal us. Help us to declare your word over our lives, so that we can walk in all that you have for us. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Free Printable: 8 Bible Verses for Healing
Want to keep these Scriptures close? Download this FREE printable: “8 Bible Verses For Your Healing Journey”
Print it out. Hang it where you’ll see it. Let it remind you of what God says about your healing. Click the image below to download.
I don’t know what you are going through in particular, but let’s believe God together for our healing. You’re not alone.
Leave a comment below; what verse are you holding onto right now?
I don’t think I’ve ever written out this testimony fully before, but when I was a high school student, around 15 years old, Jesus saved me from a sexual assault. It’s one of those moments where I know without a doubt that God protected me. One day, I was riding the bus home from school and got off a block or two from where I lived at the time. I enjoyed riding the bus with my CD player and headphones to filter out the various sounds. The bus was known for its diverse and sometimes loud passengers. To make my daily commute, which was over an hour each way, more bearable, I would listen to gospel music.
As I got off at my stop and headed toward my house, I noticed a young man at the bus stop who began walking in the same direction as me. Even though I had headphones on, I was aware that he was getting closer. At the time, he was still some distance away. It was broad daylight.
As I got closer to my house, which was about half a block away, he approached me and asked a question. I believe it was something like whether I knew where someone lived, though I can’t remember exactly what he said. I kept walking briskly and replied that I didn’t know.
Then, all of a sudden, he ran up to me with his hand in the pocket of his hoodie, holding something inside. He told me he had a gun and that I needed to do what he said.
He walked closely beside me, and since I believed he had a gun, I did what he said. He directed me to walk to the corner and then behind someone’s house, down a driveway. It was one of those homes with a garage in the back instead of a backyard, with fences on both sides and only one way in or out, which he stood in front of, blocking my exit.
It was semi-private. The only way someone might have seen us was if they lived in that house and happened to be home, or if someone happened to walk or drive past the driveway.
He stood there in the entryway of the backyard/garage area, completely blocking the way out. As you can imagine, I was terrified. At first, I thought he was trying to rob me. I began praying silently in my head, calling on the name of Jesus.
The first thing I said once we were behind the house was, “What do you want? I have a CD player, two dollars, and this cell phone.” He shook his head no. I asked again, “What do you want?”
He replied, “Two minutes of s**.”
I was stunned. Never in a million years would I have imagined those words coming out of his mouth. I never thought I’d find myself in a situation like that. Growing up in Philly, I had always assumed that if something like this happened, it would be a robbery—but this was something completely different.
I told that man no.
He looked completely stunned when I said it. He started yelling, his hand still in his pocket. I remembered a news report I had seen a few years earlier that said men who sexually assault women often do it to feel powerful or something along those lines. So the entire time, I tried to remain calm and didn’t shed a single tear, by the grace of God. I was doing my best to act like I wasn’t afraid of him.
By that point, I realized there was no way he actually had a gun in his pocket. He did, however, have a screwdriver in his pocket, a weapon, which I caught a glimpse of as he started to walk towards me.
Before I knew it, he was right up to me, aggressively grabbing at my clothes. He tried to force himself on me. I fought him off and pushed him away. He threatened to kill me. I told him to do what he had to do, because I was not going to do what he wanted.
Again, he looked completely stunned.
Then I started praying out loud. I prayed for what felt like several minutes, asking God to save him, to forgive him, and to rescue him. He couldn’t believe it. He asked me what I was doing. He stood there, constantly on edge and scanning his surroundings, yet still hearing me pray for him. He halted there and didn’t try to touch or grab me again, instead, he looked confused and almost stuck.
I kept praying aloud, and eventually, he said I was crazy and told me I could go. I find it interesting that he called me crazy when he was the one doing something so horrible. But I know it was no one but God who made him freeze like that.
When he told me to go, I responded, “No, you go first.”
And he did. He ran off, leaving me there alone.
I waited for what felt like five to ten minutes before moving. My main concern was that he might try to follow me home, because all of this happened just a few houses away.
When I finally walked to my front door, I knocked, and my uncle answered. As soon as he opened the door, I broke down, crying hysterically. All of the emotion I had held in during the attack finally came pouring out.
I told my family what had happened, and they called the police. I was taken to the police station, where they handed me a book of offender photos. It just so happened that his photo was in the book, and I was able to identify him. They arrested him that same night.
Come to find out, he had assaulted multiple children recently, and he was the man the police had been actively trying to find, whom I heard about on the news.
I was 15 years old when this happened. The case didn’t go to trial until I was 18, during my freshman year of college. I had to testify against him in court. I remember meeting some of his other victims during the trial. They were all young, and I was one of the oldest. He had assaulted all of them.
At the trial, the judge asked me why I believed he didn’t successfully go through with it on me. I gave glory to Jesus.
Then the lawyer representing the victims, I suppose trying to clarify my answer, as if Jesus wasn’t acceptable, said something like, “I’ve gotten to know Donielle in the lead-up to this trial, and she’s one tough cookie.”
Still, I know without a doubt that it was Jesus who confounded that man and caused him to let me go. He was convicted and sentenced to many years in prison.
I had the opportunity to share my testimony at church one Sunday morning. My high school newspaper also interviewed me for an article they were working on about the dangers of walking around distracted by headphones, phone calls, and other devices.
It’s because of this experience, and the many other things the Lord has brought me through, that I’ve come to see Jesus not as the God who prevents all bad things from happening, but as the God who is with me through both the good and the bad. He is the God who never leaves me, even when people use their free will to cause harm. I am forever grateful for this deeper revelation of who my Savior truly is.
Losing my voice felt like losing a part of myself. As a singer and someone who’s always expressed so much through music, my voice wasn’t just something I used, it was a part of who I was. When it suddenly changed, I didn’t just struggle with the physical loss, but with the emotional weight of it too.
This is the story of how I lost my voice, how it came back in a different way, and what God is teaching me through this experience.
The Day My Voice Changed
I’ll never forget the day I realized something was wrong. I was scheduled to sing at a local Christian outdoor community event. I was more than halfway through my pregnancy with my son, our promise baby, conceived after 17 months of trying. Read ourPCOS Pregnancy Testimony to see how God fulfilled His promise.
This is me at the event, on that day, looking as happy as can be, completely unaware of what was about to go down.
The event was huge, Diamond Street was packed. I stepped on stage with my band to sing songs I had shared countless times before. But when I opened my mouth, my voice cracked. Over and over again. No matter what I did, I couldn’t hit the notes. My voice just wouldn’t cooperate.
I was mortified. I even had to pause and apologize, telling the audience something unexpected was going on with my voice. Some friends encouraged me afterward, and a few people said they still enjoyed my set, though part of me wondered if they were just gaslighting me.
A Long Time Without Singing
What happened that day marked the beginning of a long and painful season. It felt like my regular singing voice just up and left me. I had to turn down bookings. I even stepped away from the worship team at my church.
I was devastated. I cried sometimes. But at the time, the joy of my pregnancy helped soften the blow at least a little. I chalked it up to hormones and assumed everything would return to normal after I had our son.
But it didn’t.
Even after my son was born, my regular singing voice didn’t come back. It was lower, my speaking voice included. When I rewatch old videos of myself, I can hear the difference in my tone. It was noticeable. I stopped singing publicly for almost a year.
I love Jesus, but I have to be honest; I felt let down by Him. It was one of those “when it rains, it pours” seasons. I was still grieving a music deal that didn’t work out years earlier. Songs I had poured my heart into recording would not see the light of day, and it felt like all that effort was for nothing. And then to lose my voice on top of that felt like a punch to the gut. There were songs I started recording as an independent artist before my pregnancy that I couldn’t finish afterward because my voice had changed so much. I could no longer sing in the same key.
Even in my frustration, though, I knew God wasn’t deserving of my anger. He always has a plan, even if I don’t know what it is. So, while I wrestled with Him, I couldn’t stay truly upset. I was reminded of the truth in Isaiah 55:8-9: “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the Lord.” Still, it hurt. And I wrestled deeply with God over my voice and my calling in music.
For My thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways My ways,” declares the Lord.” -Isaiah 55:8-9
Have you ever discovered your gift, poured yourself into it, used it to glorify God, maybe even received prophetic words confirming your purpose, only to have every roadblock and barrier keep you from walking it out? If so, I know exactly how that feels.
It makes you feel stuck.
Understanding the Cause
Eventually, I began doing some research and discovered that voice changes are a lesser-known symptom of PCOS. The hormonal imbalances, especially increased testosterone, can cause a deepening of the voice in some women.
So it started to make sense.
Praise God, I still sound like a lady, but my voice is much lower than it used to be. I eventually realized I could still sing, just in a different register. I went from being able to sing alto and sometimes soprano to now being more of a tenor. Even alto was and still is a struggle years later. Now the Lord also gave me some insight into what was going on spiritually. Why did this voice change happen to me? Why am I not moving forward? Why so many starts and stops with music ministry? My character needed to be developed. My character is still being developed; let’s make that clear here. I have not arrived. I needed to grow and mature spiritually, and whatever the Lord wants to do, my character has to be to His standard. He confirmed this to me personally during prayer, and then through prophetic voices I respect.
Finding My Voice Again
After some time, I returned to the worship team. I told our Minister of Music, “I’m a tenor now.” He was so gracious, always adjusting the key of the songs to meet me where I was vocally whenever I had to lead.
Gradually, I began to feel more comfortable leading worship again. I rediscovered my voice, just in a different form. I even came to appreciate the maturity and richness in my new vocal register. I may not have the same range, but God has still allowed me to use what I have for His glory. And for that, I’m so grateful!
If you’re curious, this was my range before. These notes are definitely out of reach now, haha!
Here’s the lower range I sing in now, after getting a different version of my voice back.
Losing My Voice Wasn’t The Only Factor
Another difficult layer of this journey at the time was my insecurities. They came to a head, and this voice issue only made things worse.
I still sing at church because that feels like a safe space. But accepting invitations elsewhere is hard. It’s a battle mentally and emotionally.
Even when I push through, it takes a lot. I have to overcome the negative feelings and remind myself that my personal insecurities don’t matter. What matters is being faithful to what the Lord has called me to do. I’m called to sing to Him, to worship Him, and to help usher others into His presence through songs of praise, worship, and the songs He’s given me to write.
I’ll tell you one thing: no matter how I feel beforehand, once I’m up there singing, nothing else matters. It’s just me and Jesus. And when I finally get to that place, I find pure joy. I’ve come to realize that the enemy tries to fight me, just to keep me from offering my praise in this way.
Maybe you’ve lost something precious too; your voice, a dream, your confidence. I want to remind you: God is still working. He’s not finished with your story. This isn’t the end.
Moving Forward in Faith
My voice change was heartbreaking at first, but God has used it to refine me. Today, I sing with new strength, and I sing with gratitude. I have to depend on Jesus even more now when I sing. I still believe that one day, God will completely heal me of PCOS and its symptoms, and I’m holding on to that.
Lately, I’ve been asking God to revive the passion I once had for songwriting and singing beyond the four walls of church. And I think He’s already doing it, because I’m writing again. This blog feels like the beginning of something new. That’s how it always starts for me: first journaling, then poetry, and eventually, music.
I think after so many disappointments, it just got hard to hope again. But it’s a new season!
“I think after so many disappointments, it just got hard to hope again. But it’s a new season!”
What are you trusting God for right now? I’d love to hear your story in the comments and pray with you.
Thanks for reading mine. If it encouraged you, feel free to share it!
