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Tag: Faith

A Full-Circle Moment

Sharing a beautiful full-circle moment that came about from a retreat I spoke at recently. God is not limited by circumstances, and it's exciting when we can see Him at work in tangible ways. All glory to God!

Alexa Schexnaildre Eternity, Faith, Faithfulness, God's will, Grace, Gratitude, Obstacles to Faith, Suffering, Surrender, Trust, Waiting 4 Comments January 22, 2024

Giving Thanks in All Things

We are called to give thanks both for the blessings we can see and for God's glory in the ways we cannot see it. God is bigger than what we can understand , and His glory and love for us are not dependent on circumstances.

Alexa Schexnaildre Faith, Gratitude 2 Comments November 22, 2021June 22, 2023

Divine Mercy- An Invitation to Trust

Here are several examples of how Divine Mercy has shown up in my life. Jesus, I trust in You!

Alexa Schexnaildre Divine Mercy, Faith, Trust 8 Comments April 11, 2021April 4, 2026

Even If/ What Then?

If God doesn't answer my prayers in the way I ask, in the time frame I ask, what then? Even if He doesn't, I'm going to choose to remain faithful, because who He is does not change based on circumstances.

Alexa Schexnaildre Faith, Faithfulness, Suffering, Surrender Leave a comment November 30, 2020June 22, 2023

Lessons from a License Plate

Words on a license plate frame stopped me in my tracks, but the lesson didn't end there. I'm grateful for the moments when God gives me a little glimpse of what He is up to, especially when the situation seems counterproductive from my vantage point.

Alexa Schexnaildre Doubt, Faith, Trust 6 Comments June 15, 2020June 22, 2023

Faith vs. Feelings

The first time I learned that faith and feelings don't always coincide, my mind was blown. God is a still pillar of hope in the midst of any emotions we experience though, and God never changes.

Alexa Schexnaildre Discernment, Faith 3 Comments May 5, 2020June 22, 2023

The Loaves and Fish Phenomenon in Daily Life

God takes our "little" and multiplies it!

Alexa Schexnaildre Community, Faith 3 Comments April 3, 2020June 22, 2023

Everything is Fleeting Except for God

It’s amazing how suffering makes you grow in a way that nothing else does. The more I grow, the more I see how much further I need to grow. Thankfully, God is patient with each of us on our journey, and He is there with us, offering mercy and grace every step of the way. … Continue reading Everything is Fleeting Except for God →

Alexa Schexnaildre Faith, Suffering, Surrender 27 Comments March 23, 2020June 22, 2023

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