Tag Archives: holy spirit

Awe & Wonder Without A Name

Posted on July 26, 2016 by Katya Nina

What do you call those moments when you are so in awe of the glory and wonder of God that it hurts? When you are suddenly very aware of how tenderly and passionately Jesus Christ has been loving and guiding … Continue reading →

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His Grace And Understanding Never Taper

Posted on January 17, 2016 by Katya Nina

I am having an intense but refreshing quiet devotional time and I wanted to share with you a verse that shatters so many lies I believe. It reminds me that I can ALWAYS run crying to God and he will … 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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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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But The Stings and The Blows, They Rage On In a New and Terrifying Way

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Katya Nina

I am all at once tired, weary, sad, tearful, angry and frustrated. But in the midst of all of this, even when I almost want to, I cannot stop chasing after God. The last several weeks have been difficult. I … Continue reading →

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Catch 22

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Katya Nina

I must deny myself to follow Christ . But if ever I were to deny Christ I would, too, be denying myself . For the Holy Spirit has a home in me. . His flames and his symphonies: they run … Continue reading →

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