Tag: starting over with God

  • Embracing God’s Faithfulness and the Beauty of New Beginnings

    Embracing God’s Faithfulness and the Beauty of New Beginnings

    There are moments in life when you pause and realize God has been writing your story in a way you never could have imagined. Lately, I’ve been reflecting on just how faithful He has been to me. Not just in the loud, obvious miracles—but in the quiet shifts, the closed doors, the unexpected turns that led me somewhere better.

    I remember crying at night and whispering, “Please God, get me out of this. I don’t see any way out but please help me. This is scary, and I don’t want my children growing up seeing this kind of environment.” And somehow, He made a way. He always does.

    When I left New Jersey, it wasn’t just a move—it was an Exodus. A breaking free from everything that tried to keep me bound in fear, chaos, and cycles that were never meant for me. I had no map, just faith. And God didn’t just lead me out—He began to rebuild me.

    He reminded me that healing is a journey, not a destination. That starting over doesn’t mean you failed, it means you had the courage to rise. And that purpose isn’t found in the spotlight, but often in the quiet obedience of simply saying yes to the next right step.

    Today, I find myself in a place I once prayed for. A place where peace isn’t perfect, but it’s present. Where my faith is no longer fragile, but fierce. Where my children laugh louder, and I smile more freely. It’s not because everything is easy—it’s because everything is aligned.

    If you’re reading this and you feel stuck or scared or uncertain, I want you to know that God sees you. He’s already gone ahead of you. He’s doing something new, even if you can’t see it yet. Trust that. Lean into that. Surrender to that.

    Because the truth is—your story isn’t over. In fact, the most beautiful part might just be beginning.

  • You’re Not Lost, You’re Being Led: A Letter to the One Who’s Tired of Trying to Find Their Way

    You’re Not Lost, You’re Being Led: A Letter to the One Who’s Tired of Trying to Find Their Way

    There are moments in life when everything around you is loud yet inside, you feel completely empty. You’re showing up, doing what you can, but somewhere deep down, you know you’re just surviving. You’re searching for peace, for clarity, for something that makes it all make sense.

    I’ve been there.

    One of the most defining moments of my life was when I left New Jersey with my two kids and moved to Virginia. On the outside, it looked like a fresh start, but in truth, I was running from a cycle I knew I had to break. I was living in an abusive environment, emotionally depleted, afraid, and stuck.

    I remember crying at night, not just from exhaustion but from the kind of fear that tightens your chest. I would whisper through tears, “Please God, get me out of this. I don’t see a way out, but I don’t want my children growing up thinking this is love. Please, help me.”

    It wasn’t an easy decision. I didn’t leave with a guaranteed plan. I left with prayer, shaky faith, and a whisper from God that said, “There is more than this.”

    What I’ve learned since then is that feeling lost doesn’t mean you’ve failed. Sometimes, it’s exactly where God meets you. In the waiting. In the chaos. In the silent, sleepless moments where you think no one sees you, He does.

    He saw me. And He sees you too.

    When I moved to Virginia, I didn’t become a new woman overnight. But I started healing. I started breathing again. I started listening more for God’s voice than everyone else’s opinions. And in that space, He began to reveal something beautiful: that I wasn’t just being saved from something, I was being led into something.

    Led into purpose
    Led into peace
    Led into deeper trust
    Led into becoming the version of me He always had in mind

    If you’re reading this, maybe you’ve felt stuck too

    Maybe you’ve prayed those same “please God” prayers through tears. Maybe you don’t know what’s next, but you do know something has to change.

    Here’s what I want you to know

    You’re not crazy. You’re not weak. You’re not too late
    You’re being prepared. And the fact that you’re here reading these words is proof that God is already working on your behalf.

    You may not have the full picture, but you have His presence
    And sometimes, that’s more than enough

    A prayer for you

    God, for the one reading this who feels overwhelmed or stuck, meet them where they are. Quiet the noise and speak peace into their heart. Remind them that you’re not just a God of destinations but of every single step. Give them the courage to walk in faith even when the path looks unclear. And wrap them in the truth that they are never ever alone. Amen

    You’re not lost. You’re being led
    And I’m so glad you found your way here

    Welcome to Grow with Natalie. Let’s heal, grow, and walk this journey together 💚