I’m an artist and a writer.  When I paint, I paint in phases.  I start with the base colors, then the accent colors, and then what I refer to as the OCD phase, where I take the painting down and keep touching it up.  A new color here.  More definition there.  At the very end, I put my signature on it and add a coat of varnish to protect it.

When I write, it seems like forever until I find just the right words.  I then agonize over them.  The grammar.  The punctuation.  Do I have it perfect?  It’s insane.

When I woke up this morning, the Lord had a message on my heart that I know is meant for someone besides me.  I’ve decided to type and let it flow – through HIM, without overthinking.  Without editing.

God is still painting the masterpiece of our lives.

I believe HE takes his brush and paints hardships so we can grow unshakeable faith.

HE paints people into our lives who love and nurture us so we can...

Sometimes in life, you will feel the need to move on, whether it's your job, your friends, a relationship or a workout program that's no longer meeting your needs. And when you do, the best way is with a clean break so you can absolutely move toward something better.