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The Other Side

Thank you for your patience and prayers as I have taken time to process through the unexpected loss of my dad in April. These last several months have been a season of growth for me, and I have spent a lot of time in prayer. What I know is my Heavenly Father has never left me, and He carries me, even now, as I step back into writing regularly.

God has been dealing with me about not lingering in the season of mourning. As a family, we have dealt with so much loss since 2020, so I thought a good portion of my mission was to encourage those who are struggling with grief. But God has reminded me that grief is not permanent. It’s a season, but He carries us to the other side of it. 

Does this mean I won’t have moments of missing my loved ones? Absolutely not. But I cannot continue to miss out on life because I am mourning a loss on earth. It’s time to wash my face and keep moving forward.

I’m not just unbroken and undone in my calling. God is moving me to more. There is more to this abundant life than just being “fixed.” Now that God has mended my heart, it’s time to focus on pointing people to Him.

So this is what it means to be MORE THAN UNBROKEN. Jesus has brought me through to the other side. In His arms, I am safe, loved, and cherished. I have a purpose that is higher than me and the limits of my mind. I’m not sure where God wants to take me, but I’m ready for whatever He has and will do it with my whole heart.

It is with sincere gratitude that I return to what He called me to back in 2020: sharing my heart with authenticity. Thank you for joining me on the journey.

Smiles, 

Jill

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