What drives you? No matter my age…no matter what stage of life I was in, it seemed that I was always struggling with finding my purpose.

Since I am just one small voice in this beautiful world, One teeny tiny voice in this melody of life…A voice I hear all the time…why in the world would anyone even care what I think, what I feel, or what my opinions are?

How can the little things I do even make a difference?

I am a huge believer in being an encourager. Sometimes being reassured is more powerful than the words being spoken. Sometimes it gives you the jump you need when you have stalled out. In a world full of judgement, I know that a small token of encouragement has the ability to change the course!

So many people today are living in hopeless situations…Depression has taken over who they once were, a sick body has worn out their beautiful soul, fear has bound them up with no hope for the future, or sadly abuse has stolen their voice and left them a shell of who they once were.

These are just some examples of situations that make us feel so alone. You soon believe the lie that not one person could ever understand what you are going through…or even care for that matter.
These situations…these thoughts…they have the ability to isolate you.

Encouragers have the ability to set these captives free! That "small" gesture you do may just be more powerful than the chains binding them.

Although we don't always know who the hurt ones are around us, we can challenge ourselves to show kindness always. There's a great chance you will impact someone and you may not even know them! How rewarding is that!

I would say, that right there is a "purpose"

If today has you struggling, please don't give up! You may not see it or feel it today, but you are needed! You have a purpose! Someone honestly needs what only you have to offer. My past is made of up many stories, some are memories that painted a beautiful imprint and others were laced with heartache. Both have left their marks upon my heart.

I once was wrapped up in heavy chains and I vividly remember what it felt like not being able to see freedom. My voice was silenced by fear and I had absolutely no hope. It was the people whom God had placed around me that lead me out. They encouraged me! The amazing part here was that at that particular time in my life I wasn't as close to God as I am today, yet He cared so much for me….which is exactly as much as He cares for you 💕

This video (I'm so sorry it's not the greatest quality) was taken at a youth conference we just attended. It is that same beautiful song I shared with you on my last entry! These girls did great capturing the emotion of this song. Enjoy 💕