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When Grief Surprises You (and How the Holy Spirit Meets You There)
Recently, I witnessed a public event that unexpectedly impacted my soul.What happened externally was one thing—but what happened internally surprised me. I first was experiencing shock and later found myself overwhelmed by grief.Not a surface-level sadness.A deep, aching kind of grief that bubbled up fast and caught me off guard. And if I’m honest?My emotional…
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A New Year: Addressing our Fears and Dreams and Stepping Into Love, Legacy, and Trust
As we stand on the high point of a new year, I pause to reflect – both on the fears that challenge us and the dreams that stir deep within. Imagine you standing with me. 🙂 Let’s ponder together… What do you say? Shall we let this year be one of surrender, courage, and trust…
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My walk in the woods with Psalm 19
One Saturday in July, I paused in one of my favourite places… the woods. Learn more…! merriellen.com freedomcoachingcircle.com
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Val heard God say, “Let go!”
Val Thiessen shared her story recently with some women in what God has been doing in her since our 5 Day Kickstart for women that put her into gear! Learn more: https://www.merriellen.com/5days – 5 Day Kickstart for Women – Encountering Jesus in the Noise https://www.merriellen.com – Private Coaching http://www.freedomcoachingcircle.com – Group Coaching for Women
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My story out of Church Bondage and Into Freedom in Jesus!
This casual conversation recorded on a rainy day in November, may challenge you, offend you, or resonate deeply with you. I remember once judging others for ‘leaving the church’. Sadly, I didn’t get it at the time. These days, I walk multiple people a day through healing from ‘church’ and religious abuse and showing them…
Following and Trusting : Encountering God Out of the Box 