My first time reading the Bible from start to finish, I found myself nearly a month or more behind on the reading plan in the middle of the Old Testament. One skipped day would turn into three, which would turn into seven. I would attempt to binge read to catch up, only to find myself sound asleep and having no idea where I started or where I left off.

It is imperative that we figure out how to practically achieve prioritizing our relationship with God for the sake of, well - literally everything else that's happening in our lives.

I tried very hard to make things better. But what I learned is, as much as I love my husband, and as desperately as I want to have a happy marriage and a successful career, those desires cannot come before having a healthy relationship with God.

No matter your reason for using social media, taking a break from it is good, and dare I say - healthy! Need more convincing? Here are 5 reasons why you should consider taking a break from social media.

There is no question that when my husband told me on December 10th, 2020 that his throat was hurting and he felt terrible - I was afraid. At this point I’ve seen too much and I know that being young and healthy does not guarantee an uneventful COVID-19 experience.

Truthfully, I was taught to solely believe in Jesus. I was never given any other options. This is not necessarily a bad thing, but I did not want this to be the answer to the question. “I believe in Jesus because my family taught me to.” It just does not sound convincing or intellectual at all.

Comparing your entire life puzzle to someone’s one beautiful puzzle piece will lead you to a false belief that your life is anything but beautiful, sufficient, unique, and adequate.