My Dubious Relationship with Time

Am I sus? Yeah…

It’s not that I overestimate my abilities (as much as I used to…because age has a way of bringing reality into clearer focus😆😝😜), but I underestimate the amount of time things take.

Like travel or commute time…I often forget to figure in traffic or unexpected delays or detours.

Or work projects – gotta expect the unexpected, right? (But how to track that on a Gantt chart or dashboard?)🤔

Maybe it’s estimates vs. actuals that trips me up…because everything can’t be eyeballed. Some things require precision.

So imma keep working on that…

Got any helpful time tips? I welcome ‘em…drop a comment.

Blessings, Kayren

“15 See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,

16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

17 Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.”

(Ephesians 5:15-17)

Do the Law

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We love the blessings of obedience…but do we consider the judgments for disobedience?

God doesn’t expect us to know everything about everything (thank goodness!).

However, it is important for us to maintain a teachable spirit so we can learn, grow, and be corrected in righteousness.

Because what we don’t know can hurt us.

I believe that wisdom encompasses benefitting from the experiences of others without having to bump our heads on the same obstacles.

Here for it and adjusting daily, Kayren

“25 And thou, Ezra, after the wisdom of thy God, that is in thine hand, set magistrates and judges, which may judge all the people that are beyond the river, all such as know the laws of thy God; and teach ye them that know them not.

26 And whosoever will not do the law of thy God, and the law of the king, let judgment be executed speedily upon him, whether it be unto death, or to banishment, or to confiscation of goods, or to imprisonment.”

(Ezra 7:25-26)

The Leadership Lesson

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In process and in progress — *Learning when your tests & trials aren’t just for you…*

The tempering. Pulverization. Incessant pressure. Repetitive knocks. All leading to and culminating in ultimate restoration.

I hadn’t thought about the challenges of my current season as being part of leadership training. Until now.

But it all makes sense.

The greatest among us must serve.

And a true servant leader has a tender heart after experiencing what they walk others through – because they’re already familiar with the path.

They know the sting of rejection. The frustration of being misunderstood. The loneliness of isolation. The two-sided coin of forgiveness and redemption.

And they don’t despise any part of the lesson, because they understand that it’s all part of the process of being made.

May we continue to endure each lesson until we become leaders who accurately reflect the image of our primary example of selfless servant leadership – Jesus Christ.

In progress & in process, Kayren

“24 And there was also a strife among them, which of them should be accounted the greatest.

25 And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors.

26 But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve.

27 For whether is greater, he that sitteth at meat, or he that serveth? is not he that sitteth at meat? but I am among you as he that serveth.”

(Luke 22:24-27)

Travelling Light

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Have you ever overpacked?

Unfortunately, I’m guilty of this more often than I care to admit.

Certainly when I’m preparing for a trip, I find myself with too many PJs (who knows whether I’ll feel like long sleeves or short sleeves? I’d rather just be prepared for whatever…)

As a self-professed lip glossaholic, I should be ashamed to admit that I currently have 10 glosses (at least) in my everyday purse. (how do I know whether I’ll prefer watermelon, strawberry, or coconut…or sparkly shimmer on top of matte red…unless I have ALL the options available when the mood strikes?). Exactly! 💯#UNapologetic

But I’m no stranger to winding up with an accumulation of “stuff” over time that eventually requires attention and action of a necessity.

Since this world is not our home, it makes sense to travel light.

Blessings, Kayren

“13 These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of them, and embraced them, and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth.

14 For they that say such things declare plainly that they seek a country.

15 And truly, if they had been mindful of that country from whence they came out, they might have had opportunity to have returned.

16 But now they desire a better country, that is, an heavenly: wherefore God is not ashamed to be called their God: for he hath prepared for them a city.”

(Hebrews 11:13-16)

Love: An Action & A Choice

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Sacrifice required.

Sacrifice applied = rewarding.

Bewilderment inevitable.

Bewilderment addressed through God’s Word = reassuring.

Joy baked into the process.

Joy experienced = fulfilling.

Jesus is our example of unconditional love – a requirement for successfully completing our assignment as mothers.🌟

Some days, we do better than others, but our goal must always be to partner with Him in the process, and to never think we’re able to unplug or disconnect from the Source and do it on our own. 🎁

Because we can’t. It wasn’t designed for us to be able to do it on our own.

Being a godly mother is a BIG job.💪🏽 With more than 2 decades of momming under my belt, I can say it’s one of the most significant jobs I’ve ever undertaken. When we show up in His presence daily for fellowship, refreshing, refilling, and guidance, He equips us with exactly what we need – a measure of HIS love.😇💓

Blessings to all who take on the BIG job of momming – and to those who are honoring mothers today…and EVERY day, Kayren 💞

“1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,

2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.”

(Hebrews 12:1-2)

Return to Sender

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Individually-fitted tests just don’t work that way where you push ’em back across the table to God.

Saying, “No, thank You – I don’t care to have any of that challenge/trial/circumstance today, Lord,” doesn’t work.

Trust me, I’ve tried. I promise that it doesn’t work. 😄

Ah, the lessons we have yet to learn along this journey called life!

May we be mindful students who can pass the test, and in turn, share what we’ve learned with others. #GiftOfWisdom

After all, tests come to strengthen and establish us. #PurposeForPressure

Blessings, Kayren

“10 After you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace [who imparts His blessing and favor], who called you to His own eternal glory in Christ, will Himself complete, confirm, strengthen, and establish you [making you what you ought to be].
11 To Him be dominion (power, authority, sovereignty) forever and ever. Amen.”
(I Peter 5:10-11, AMP)

In the Face of Lions

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I’ve been studying Daniel 6; it’s full of intriguing lessons. 🦁 Since errybody is going through something, it becomes a matter of HOW we endure that distinguishes us.

While we don’t have a lion’s eye account 👀 of what happened throughout that night, I can imagine that Brother Daniel made an intentional decision, “Well, I’m here in the lions’ den; I know God’s faithful character and that He changes not, so Imma chill out, and continue to trust God.”

Perhaps he even purposed in his heart to enjoy the journey.

I’m not sure if it was quiet or if the lions roared a lot, but apparently they were famished since they DEVOURED Daniel’s accusers the next day (AND their family members…exactly how many lions were there crunching up the bones of all them folk after one li’l ol’ vegetarian Daniel sat with them all night?)…🤣

However, I digress… 😂

Daniel’s choice to stay calm and trust God in the midst of an overnight stay at the Lions’ Arms Inn likely set the atmosphere for and contributed to his safe deliverance by God’s awesome power (the lions didn’t smell fear on him).

Take me, for instance – when I’m in a jam and fear arises, I’m plottin’ and schemin’ how to get out (by my own <limited, finite> power…if fear is telling me I can speed things up apart from the divine timetable…hey, I didn’t say it made sense).

Building a makeshift ladder would’ve been noisy (and who brings tools with ‘em when being thrown into a lion’s den – besides a very prepared Boy Scout!)? Trying to dig his way out would’ve called more attention to himself. So it kinda behooved Daniel to wait on and trust IN the Lord.

👉🏽After all, there was an appointed time for his deliverance AND God was glorified in the outcome.

Daniel was surrounded by what appeared to be a problem (lions – likely hungry)…but GOD made it a non-issue for him! Since our God is no respecter of persons (Acts 10:34), I believe He can do the same for us today.

So what is our issue with waiting patiently on the Lord? #HolyWeek #PalmSunday

Blessings, Kayren 💓

“Then the king commanded, and they brought Daniel, and cast him into the den of lions. Now the king spake and said unto Daniel, Thy God whom thou servest continually, he will deliver thee.”

(Daniel 6:16)

“25 Then king Darius wrote unto all people, nations, and languages, that dwell in all the earth; Peace be multiplied unto you.
26 I make a decree, That in every dominion of my kingdom men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel: for he is the living God, and stedfast for ever, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed, and his dominion shall be even unto the end.
27 He delivereth and rescueth, and he worketh signs and wonders in heaven and in earth, who hath delivered Daniel from the power of the lions.”

(Daniel 6:25-27)

Lessons in Resilience

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The spiderweb in my shower was nearly imperceptible.

And fully unexpected. I’d just cleaned the bathroom a few days ago.

But the angle of sunlight streaming in illuminated tiny droplets hanging onto the faintest wisp of a web in a corner I must’ve skipped (or chosen not to reach).🤔😉

I threw some water on the web. Several times.

It barely budged.

May we be that resilient in the face of opposition that intends to take us out.

Blessings, Kayren

“10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.

12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.

13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.

14 Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness;

15 And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace;

17 And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God:

16 Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.

18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints;”

(Ephesians 6:10-18)

Transform Your Life at the Fear and Doubt Detox Summit

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Are you tired of feeling trapped by fear and doubt? I get it!!! Join me at the Fear and Doubt Detox Audio Summit and discover the path to freedom. #fearanddoubtdetox #overcomefear #personalgrowth

Full disclosure: I’m still a work in progress! LOLOL

My session title says it ALL: And I Hid Myself: Genesis 3:10 #UNwrapped

You’re not gonna wanna miss this one…register here: https://overcomingfearanddoubtwithgod.com/

Join me October 1-4, 2024 at the Fear and Doubt Detox Audio Summit.

This transformative event is designed specifically for Christian women who are seeking to overcome the chains of fear and doubt. Through inspiring stories, practical advice, and biblical guidance, you will discover powerful strategies to break free from limiting beliefs and embrace a life of courage, confidence, and trust.

Imagine a life where fear and doubt no longer hold you back. Imagine a life filled with purpose, peace, and fulfillment. At the Fear & Doubt Detox Audio Summit, you’ll learn the tools and inspiration you need to make that dream a reality.

I’m so excited to be one of the featured speakers. My friend Semonna McNeil has put together an amazing team of experts who will share their personal journeys of overcoming fear and doubt, so you can learn valuable insights and pick up practical tips.

You’ll learn how to:

Identify and challenge limiting beliefs that are holding you back.
Embrace your God-given purpose and live a life of fulfillment.
Cultivate a fearless faith that empowers you to overcome challenges.
Build resilience and self-confidence to navigate life’s uncertainties.
Find peace and tranquility in the midst of life’s storms.

In addition to the expert speakers, you’ll also have the opportunity to:

Connect with like-minded women who are seeking to overcome fear and doubt.
Access valuable resources to help you continue your journey of personal growth.

The Fear & Doubt Detox Audio Summit is more than just an event; it’s an investment in your spiritual growth. By attending this summit, you’ll gain the tools and inspiration you need to break free from fear and doubt and live life more abundantly.

Don’t miss this chance to transform your life. Register now for the Fear & Doubt Detox Audio Summit and embark on a journey of freedom, courage, and confidence.

https://overcomingfearanddoubtwithgod.com/

We look forward to welcoming you to this life-changing event!

Blessings,
Kayren

Kayren Cathcart's Blog

Observations on daily life and inspiration for spiritual growth…

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My Dubious Relationship with Time

Do the Law

The Leadership Lesson

Travelling Light

Love: An Action & A Choice

Return to Sender

In the Face of Lions

Lessons in Resilience

Transform Your Life at the Fear and Doubt Detox Summit