I provide Christian Encouragement with an emphasis on checking on your people and mental health topics to the faith community.
Grief doesn’t cancel your calling
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Are you living or just existing? I’ve had to ask myself that question a lot lately. When someone asked how I was doing mentally, I told them, “I’m existing, not living.” That was hard to admit, but it was true. I was showing up for everyone else, keeping busy, and doing what needed to be done. But deep down, I wasn’t really living. Grief can do that. It can leave you feeling like you’re stuck in a fog that never fully lifts. It can keep you from pursuing your dreams and achieving your goals. Two quotes helped me see things differently: “Grief does not cancel your calling.” – Nicole O. Salmon Those words reminded me that God is not finished with me. My grief doesn’t push Him away. It draws Him closer. Slowly, He’s been helping me see that even in seasons of loss, there’s still purpose. There’s still life to be lived. There’s still work to be done. If you’ve ever felt stuck in that same fog, I want to invite you to listen to my new podcast, ChOP (Check On Your People). In one of the first episodes, I discuss what it’s been like for me to move from just existing to truly living again and how God has met me in the midst of it all. You can listen to ChOP (Check On Your People) on your favorite podcast platform. After you do, hit reply and let me know what resonated with you the most. I’d love to pray for you as you walk through your own season of healing. Many Blessings, Jarkeshia PS. Be on the lookout for the Surviving the Holiday Series, which will cover topics such as prayer, grief, mental health, parenting, self-care, and business, coming to your inbox next week and more. |
ChOP with JAM
I provide Christian Encouragement with an emphasis on checking on your people and mental health topics to the faith community.
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