Faith

Scripture: “Whoever walks with the wise becomes wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.” Proverbs 13:20 Reflection Many of us have learned how to spot red flags. We can sense manipulation, inconsistency, or emotional chaos quickly, often because we have lived through it. But recognizing green flags can feel harder. Especially if peace has not always been familiar. For those who have experienced emotional harm or instability in relationships, safety can feel unfamil

Scripture: “When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do… but when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face.” Matthew 6:16–17 Reflection Fasting can feel intimidating or overly spiritualized, especially when it’s framed as a rigid rule or a way to prove discipline. But fasting was never meant to be about impressing God or comparing ourselves to others. At its core, fasting is personal. While Scripture often includes fasting from food, fasting itself is abou