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I Miss Home

By Miriam from Nigeria I had a breakdown a few days ago, and I didn’t even realize what it was. I found myself suddenly overwhelmed and I couldn’t think or

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Oh No, Not This Again

By Miriam from Nigeria Maturing can be hard work. The first instinct I have when I am in an uncomfortable situation or feel pressured or suffocated (especially when it has to do

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I Remember…

By Miriam from Nigeria I remember how joyful and satisfying it was to just seek God first. There is nothing like knowing that you are doing what every believer is supposed

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I Choose Joy

By Miriam from Nigeria This is the day that the Lord has made, and I will rejoice and be glad in it! I have decided to make this statement my

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Framed picture that says Thank you God for blessing me much more than I deserve

Lord, I Thank You

By Miriam from Nigeria I thank you, Lord, for my circle of friends. They are the best I could ever ask for. They know me and support me in just

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Woman looking out the window with a disposable cup of coffee in her hand

I Miss Home

By Miriam from Nigeria I had a breakdown a few days ago, and I didn’t even realize what it was. I found myself suddenly overwhelmed and I couldn’t think or

Read More »
A woman with her hand on her forehead, looking tired and discouraged

Oh No, Not This Again

By Miriam from Nigeria Maturing can be hard work. The first instinct I have when I am in an uncomfortable situation or feel pressured or suffocated (especially when it has to do

Read More »
Hands reaching up in prayer

I Remember…

By Miriam from Nigeria I remember how joyful and satisfying it was to just seek God first. There is nothing like knowing that you are doing what every believer is supposed

Read More »

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