Written By Rebecca Johnson Hey R.E.M. family — I know it’s been a while. Truthfully, I needed a moment. I hadn’t posted in some time, and to be honest, I was feeling discouraged. I forgot why I started this. The vision felt blurred, the motivation faded, and I started questioning if it even mattered anymore.Continue reading “Take a Break, Not a Bow Out: Returning with Legacy in Mind”
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Dust It Off: Remembering Who God Says You Are
Written by Rebecca Johnson Recently, I came across a dream I had written down. It was a long one, but one part stood out. In the dream, I was sitting in church. The pastor leaned over me to reach for something behind me, and I remember thinking, Why can’t he just walk around? Then, unexpectedly,Continue reading “Dust It Off: Remembering Who God Says You Are”
Build on the Rock: Establishing a Firm Foundation in Christ
Written by Rebecca Johnson As women in the Raising Esthers Ministry, we are called to build our lives on the firm foundation of Jesus Christ. Just like the wise man who built his house on the rock (Matthew 7:24-25), we must anchor ourselves in His Word, His love, and His truth. When our foundation isContinue reading “Build on the Rock: Establishing a Firm Foundation in Christ”
Stay Planted In God.
Written By Rebecca Johnson It took me a while to understand just how similar we are to plants. Just like a tree needs good soil, water, and sunlight to grow, we need the right spiritual foundation to thrive. The question is: Where are you planted? If we are planted in the wrong environment—seeking wisdom fromContinue reading “Stay Planted In God.”
HALL OF FAITH
Written by Rebecca Johnson We’ve all read Hebrews 11—or if you haven’t, maybe now is the perfect time to do so. This chapter is often called the Hall of Faith because it highlights ordinary men and women whose faith made them extraordinary. What’s remarkable is that these individuals weren’t perfect. They had flaws, weaknesses, andContinue reading “HALL OF FAITH”
Answer the Call… Even When You Feel Unqualified
Written by Rebecca Johnson I remember when I launched Raising Esther’s Ministries and Refresh Kits in the same year. I had no idea that I was going to birth them, and I remember how it all happened—very out of the ordinary, yet undeniably God. When I look back at that moment, I think of Moses.Continue reading “Answer the Call… Even When You Feel Unqualified”
Hey Princess
Written by Rebecca Johnson Do you know that you are a princess? I know, for some, when they hear that word, they immediately think of a little girl in a tiara and a ball gown. And to a degree, you might be right. To God, we are His little girls—His beloved daughters, cherished and deeplyContinue reading “Hey Princess”
Understanding God’s Divine Influence in Esther
Written by Rebecca Johnson The book of Esther is a remarkable story of God’s divine influence, even when His name is never explicitly mentioned. From the very beginning, we see how God is at work behind the scenes, orchestrating events to bring about His perfect will. The story is filled with moments of providence andContinue reading “Understanding God’s Divine Influence in Esther”
Sometimes You Are Mordecai
Written by Rebecca Johnson Have you ever found yourself in a position where taking a stand for what you believe puts you at odds with the world around you? Mordecai, in the Book of Esther, teaches us a powerful lesson about standing firm in faith even when the stakes are high. Mordecai refused to bowContinue reading “Sometimes You Are Mordecai”
Before Esther, There Was Vashti
Written by Rebecca Johnson When we think of the book of Esther, our minds naturally gravitate toward Esther’s bravery and her critical role in saving the Jewish people. But before Esther stepped onto the stage, another queen made a profound statement that set the foundation for everything to follow—Queen Vashti. Often, Vashti’s story is toldContinue reading “Before Esther, There Was Vashti”
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