How to Embrace Change and Transformation with Faith

abuse change renewal transformation trust god Feb 02, 2022

My Dearest Sisters in Christ,

Have you ever found yourself stuck in the current of life, desperately paddling upstream against patterns and habits that seem etched into your very being? Does the struggle to change ever leave you questioning if transformation is truly possible?

I want to remind you of something extraordinary, my beloved Christian Women Warriors of Light. When you find yourself paddling upstream, contending with the relentless flow of old ways, you are not merely struggling; you are developing the muscles of resilience and endurance. You are changing, even when it may not seem so.

Resources for Transformation

A few weeks ago, a dear listener reached out with a heart-wrenching question about rebuilding trust in oneself after enduring abuse. She wondered if change was attainable, even after numerous therapy sessions. In response to this poignant query, we turned to the wisdom of Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, who graciously joined us to shed light on the path to self-trust. You can listen to our conversation here, Jennifer Finlayson-Fife: Can I Learn to Trust Myself After Abuse?
Let me share with you a remarkable story of transformation. Imagine a single mother living in the unforgiving streets of Atlanta, facing homelessness and despair. Now picture her earning a Ph.D. against all odds. Dr. LaTarsha Holden's journey from homelessness to achieving her Ph.D. is a testament to the power of God's grace and the incredible potential for change. Her story is nothing short of awe-inspiring, and it has motivated me to reach for the stars and change the little things in my life. Hear her remarkable journey here, Dr. LaTarsha Holden: From Homeless to PhD with God's Help.
If you are in the midst of navigating new circumstances and changes in your life, I invite you to listen to this podcast episode where we explore six valuable tips to navigate change with success. 6 Tips to Navigate Change with Success.

My dear sisters, please understand that change is not an overnight endeavor. It may not always occur as swiftly as we desire. However, let us remember this: just as small drops of water patiently erode the hardest rock, small, consistent efforts, no matter how modest, can have a profound impact on our character and our journey of transformation.

And the most beautiful truth of all is that you can change. I can change. Especially when we invite God into the process. His grace and guidance are the wind beneath our wings, propelling us toward becoming the women He designed us to be.

Every day, may we choose to change for the better, taking one step at a time, hand in hand with our Savior. As Christian Women Warriors of Light, we are destined for growth and renewal.

With love, hope, and unwavering faith,

Tamara

2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV): "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new."

Romans 12:2 (KJV): "And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God."

How to Embrace Change and Transformation with Faith

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