Monthly Archives: November 2015

My Cup Overflows (whether He takes it or not)

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Katya Nina

Here’s a little something that’s short and sweet: Since the marijuana incident two months ago, I have been struggling with spiritual warfare. As I struggle with the fear of this spiritual warfare, the Lord is teaching me that I must … Continue reading →

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Tea and Truths (after midnight)

Posted on November 23, 2015 by Katya Nina

Late last night I followed my typical nighttime ritual: I made a double dose of chamomile tea, lit a tiny candle, put on a giant sweater, turned on some quiet worship music, and curled up on the floor with my … Continue reading →

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In turn, what a great gift I have been given

Posted on November 23, 2015 by Katya Nina

This feels like the beginning of a difficult season for my family. My little sister is having a busy and stress-filled senior year of high school; Dad is continuing to push through work and battle financial stress; my older sister … Continue reading →

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Not-So-Subtle Influences

Posted on November 16, 2015 by Katya Nina

It is striking how great the difference is between the effects my Christian friends have on me and the effects my non-believing friends have on me. My Christian friends are terribly broken sinners with mistake-ridden pasts. But they acknowledge their … Continue reading →

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with vigor

Posted on November 14, 2015 by Katya Nina

I stare at a brick wall speckled with turquoise paint. A plant in a vase drapes its long limbs over a black pipe that runs across the middle of the wall. And I think to myself– I haven’t written a … Continue reading →

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Bittersweet Notes

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Katya Nina

It is difficult to differentiate spiritual growing pains from suffering. The past two months, God has been wonderfully present to me. I told a friend that it felt as if my life was a jar of play-dough and God was … Continue reading →

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