As I was reflecting on my next blog post, the word “faith” reverberated in my thoughts.
This prompted me to explore the definition of the term “faith.” On Dictionary.com, I discovered eight distinct interpretations. A few of these resonated remarkably in my mind and heart.
Faith:
- Confidence or trust in a person or thing
- Belief that is not based on proof
- Belief in God or in the doctrines or teachings of religion
Christian theology – the trust in God and His promises as made through Christ and the Scriptures, by which humans are justified or saved.
Now, I was nurtured within the Christian faith, specifically within the Anglican/Episcopal tradition.
This foundation helped to reinforce the structure I needed growing up. The ritual and routine of the traditions were a welcome framework for me.
I am a firstborn daughter and granddaughter on my mother’s side. I had a lot of expectations on me, many of which I lived up to. A clearly established framework for my spiritual beliefs in my early years provided me with a significant sense of assurance, especially regarding my connection to the Almighty.
As an adult, it was easy to gird myself with my faith, seeing me through leaving home at the age of fourteen to attend boarding school, college, and medical school in a different country. I know I have matured, not only in age and experiences but also in my faith.
Attending the Christian Cultural Center alongside my husband has allowed my faith to mature exponentially. I find myself drawn to meaningful devotionals; one that I recently finished via the YouVersion Bible App was written by Erin Marie from Manifesther Daily.
The 10-day devotional I Am a Ready Woman spoke right into my mind, soul, and spirit. It helped me embrace this new season of my life that I find myself in. I find that I am dreaming again and have tangible visions of where I am to go in the future.
The line that resonated with me from Erin Marie was, “God rarely uses the woman who thinks she’s ready. Instead, he uses the woman who has decided that she can do what God is calling her to do only with His help.”
I realize that I can only move forward to my new future with God’s help. It is scary to embark on a new journey, especially when one thinks that their life has been planned out. I am actually excited to move on to my next chapter. Thanks for joining me!
Author’s note:
I started writing this blog post on 9/13/2025. I just finished the post on 10/9/2025. I am looking to be honest with myself and not bite off more than I can chew. I feel like I am bursting with creative energy, writing short stories and a memoir. I will now aim to write a blog post every two weeks instead of weekly, allowing for better time management. I am committed to making this blog a success. Thanks for all the support.