Tag: #seasonofgrowth

How to Pursue Your Purpose

Hello family! I used to believe that one’s purpose was their livelihood and passion. But as I started pursuing my purpose in my thirties, I discovered that it meant so much more. It is linked to my identity and calling which gave my life a deeper meaning. Not only does it provide a sense of self, but it serves others and honors God.

“For we are his workmanship created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.”

Ephesians 2:10 NKJV

   I remember praying many times, asking Him to reveal my purpose and it seemed like my prayer wasn’t answered. I began to feel overwhelmed, thinking that He had no purpose for me because I was shy, quiet, and socially awkward. I have come to realize that every season of my life has been preparation for my purpose.

He genuinely has our best interests at heart, and we need to trust the process and the plan to help us achieve our destiny. Sometimes the process might seem challenging or uncertain, but having faith in the plan and the person behind it can make a big difference. This brings me to the message that I would like to share with you all on how to pursue your purpose.

The first step for me was to commit to living a life that pleases God and allow Him to guide my steps on my purpose journey.  Committing to a purpose-driven life isn’t easy. It is filled with both challenges and growth.  You must decide to leave the old you behind, patterns of thinking, and life habits, and embrace the person he has called you to be. He will prepare you with the character and wisdom necessary to fulfill your purpose at the right time.

“And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.”

Romans 12:2 NKJV  

Next, you must align your life with your purpose. My purpose was revealed the more time I spent with God through prayer and meditating on His word. When I decided to commit my life to Him, he began to connect the dots of my past and present to my purpose. He is waiting for you to surrender your will and say yes to walking in your purpose.

“For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.”

Ephesians 2:10 NKJV

In addition, you must let go of fear. I must admit that when God revealed my purpose to me, I was fearful and in denial that I was the person called to fulfill it. It involved using the one thing that I avoided the most, which was my voice. At times I still feel that I’m unworthy of the purpose and plan that God has for my life, but I’m learning to silence the noise of my negative thoughts. I am reminded that His grace is sufficient in my weakness and that my purpose is much bigger than me.

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.”

2 Timothy 1:7 NKJV

Last, if you’ve ever felt discouraged about your purpose, don’t be afraid because you were created specifically for it. This scripture encourages me to keep walking in my calling when I get discouraged and I hope that you are too.

If you’ve ever felt discouraged about your purpose, remember that you were created specifically for it. This scripture inspires me to stay true to my calling even in challenging times, and I hope it encourages you too. May you stay motivated and steadfast in the pursuit of your unique purpose.

“Being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.”

Philippians 1:6 NKJV

 All you must do is say YES to your purpose, and He will do the rest.

Live Purposefully,

💗Ronni Lauren

Sassy State of Mind💋

“The future belongs to those who belong in the beauty of their dreams.”

-Eleanor Roosevelt

Hi, Sassy fam! I found this quote today and just had to share it with you. It serves as a reminder to refocus on the dreams and promises God has placed in my heart. I hope that it motivates you to do the same.

Be intentional about the steps you take toward making your dreams a reality. Your happiness and future depend on it. Every step you take toward your dream brings you closer to becoming the person you were meant to be and living the life you were meant to live.

His strength will empower and sustain you as you transform into the best version of yourself and get acclimated to a new way of life. Whenever you feel overwhelmed and unworthy of the greatness that lies ahead.

Remember that you are worthy and deserving of all the blessings coming your way. You were born to live a beautiful life. I am rooting for you to keep going. We are in this together! Our destiny awaits!

Live Fabulous!

💗Ronni Lauren

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After the Rain…

“The Lord will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands. You will lend to many nations but will borrow from none. If you pay attention to the commands of the Lord your God that I give you this day and carefully follow them, you will always be at the top, never at the bottom”.

Deuteronomy 28:12-13 NIV

Hello, everyone! This scripture was laid on my heart to share with someone who may be going through a difficult time and needs encouragement. The start of spring has brought me a lot of challenges. I have struggled to adapt to changes and navigate through uncertainties on my journey. During those times when I feel overwhelmed and like I’m losing my faith, God continues to remind me that He is my peace and source of strength. He has revealed to me that the rain I’ve experienced in my life through disappointments and painful experiences was necessary for my spiritual and mental growth.

 Just as rain is a necessity for plants to bloom, it’s vital for us to endure such difficult times to develop into the person God intended us to become. As I progress through this season, I will clear my mind and consider this time as a new beginning and rebirth. I am motivated and enthusiastic about the direction that God is leading me towards and the type of woman I am evolving into. Please remember that even when everything seems to be going wrong, we must trust in Him to guide us towards the promise.

Be blessed,

Ronni Lauren💋

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“To all who mourn in Israel, he will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair.

In their righteousness, they will be like great oaks that the Lord has planted for his own glory.”

Isaiah 61:3 NLT

Hi my spiritual fam! This scripture was laid on my heart to share with you all today. Please be encouraged that times of disappointment, sadness, and uncertainty will not last always.

We must trust God, continue in faith, and believe with our whole hearts that our moment of breakthrough will come.

Whenever doubt comes as a distraction, redirect your thoughts on walking into the promise that God has revealed to you. Everything you lost will be restored. Get ready to receive all the good things that he has in store for you!

Be blessed,

Ronni Lauren💋

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“For with God, nothing will be impossible”.

Luke 1:37 NKJV

Hi, my spiritual family! I’ve been in a season of growth. My faith is being tested to the point where the only thing I can do is put my trust in God when it seems like everything around me is beyond my control. Let this scripture encourage and remind you that you are not alone in challenging times. In these times, we must draw closer to him for strength to overcome any challenge or obstacle that may come our way.

In periods of uncertainty, we must re-train our minds to focus on the plans God has placed in our hearts and tune out the voices of doubt, fear, and worry. We must be still and listen for his voice to comfort, guide, and unveil the next step to take on our journey. Remember that the obstacles we overcome are shaping us into the version of ourselves that God desires for us to become.

As I look back over my life, I can’t recall a time that God has failed me, even when the situation seemed overwhelming and impossible to overcome. With God, all things are made possible if we open our hearts to believe it and let his word order our steps to reach the promise.

Love Always,

Ronni Lauren💋

Letter to My Younger Self…

Dear Ronnibell,

I have some words of encouragement from my heart to share with you. At times you will miss your dad, but you must always remember that he is watching over you from heaven. His contagious smile, fearless spirit, and kind heart lives through you. You were his precious gift. You must remember your value.

In those times when you feel like you don’t fit in, worthy, or loved remember that God loves you. You were fearfully and wonderfully made for his purpose. You are enough and perfect just the way you are.

There will be challenges and disappointments that come to distract you and discourage you from speaking your truth, walking in your purpose.

You must learn to put your faith and trust in God. He will recenter your focus and give you strength to keep going forward on your purpose journey.

Be sure to forgive those who may hurt you along your journey. This is necessary for your heart to heal and to unblock the blessings that are yet to come!

Things may not make since to you now, but as you grow older, God will reveal to you why everything happened in your life, good and bad. Your life is like a puzzle and each piece fits together to create the bigger picture.

People, places, and things that are meant to go with you on your path will align in his timing to help you grow gracefully into the woman you are destined to become.

Love always,

Ronni Lauren💋

Aka “The woman you will become”

Blooming Where You Are

Hi, my Sassy fam! As the beginning of the Spring season gets nearer, I’ve been going through a period of reflection and revival. I’m at a place now on my journey where I can’t go back to the woman I used to be because I have unlearned the victim mindset and the need to be accepted. I know what I deserve, and I no longer feel guilty about setting boundaries, voicing my opinions, and making my expectations known.

I am unapologetically me. I am like a flower that has been planted, cultivated, and ready to bloom in at a set time, and season. I have begun to embrace the dream woman I am becoming, who is worthy to receive love, pursue my passions, and create my dream life.

I’m gaining confidence and committed to showing up for this version of me. It hasn’t been easy and there have been growing pains, but I’m finally able to reflect on past experiences, take the lessons learned, and use them as motivation to propel me forward in hope of the great things that are yet to come.

The scripture that was laid on my heart to share with you today is Jeremiah 24: 6 KJV:

“For I will set mine eyes upon them for good, and I will bring them again to this land: and I will build them, and not pull them down, and I will plant them, and not pluck them up.”

Jeremiah 24:6 KJV

Please be reminded that God’s intention for us is become the best version of ourselves and to unleash great things in our lives. However, he wants to help us grow and mature spiritually to prepare us for any obstacles and challenges we may experience along the way to the destination. If we put our trust and lean into him, he will build us up and give us strength when we are weak, joy in sadness, safety in times of fear, and beauty in the ashes.

Remember to bloom where you are, and that God has you planted there for a reason. If you take the time to look at the lessons and growth opportunities, you will continue to move closer to the place he desires for you to elevate to. Don’t let distractions knock you off the path that God has set for you. If we keep our eyes on him, he will lead and guide us every step of the way.

Bloom gracefully,

Ronni Lauren💋

Hello Spring! Let the Rebirth Begin!

Hi Sassy squad! Spring is in the air! It is truly one of my favorite seasons. I feel rejuvenated and refreshed. The sunshine smiles on my skin. Nature comes back to life after the cold storms of winter.

The trees start to flourish and the flowers bloom. Animals come out of hibernation and become active again. In the same way that rebirth occurs in nature it can happen in your life also.

Rebirth can only begin once you release anything that hinders you from becoming your best self or living your dream life. Who will join me in living their best life in this season and many to come. Tis the season of rebirth!

Love Always,

Ronni Lauren💋

A Renewed Heart: Healed and Open to Love

Hi, Sassy squad! February, the month of love is quickly approaching and I wanted to share with you what was laid on my heart. On my self-love journey, I have been unlearning all that I once knew about love. I once thought that love was putting others’ desires and needs above myself. I was so afraid of losing people in my life that I went out of my way to make them happy while losing myself in the process. God healed my heart by first reminding me how much he loves me and teaching me how to love myself.

"We love because he first loved us."
1 John 4:19 NIV

After discovering self-love, he helped me to see that I am worthy of receiving the love that I give to others. He helped me discover that the only way to receive the type of love I desire, is to strive to be a reflection of the love that I desire by releasing anything that is unclean in my heart. I took accountability and began the deeper healing work by forgiving myself and others who have hurt me.  

This wasn’t easy, but throughout the healing process, God kept reminding me that he wants the best for me and for me to become the best version of myself. He revealed to me that healing is necessary to live a life of peace, freedom, and to unblock the blessings that he has in store for me.

"Above all else, guard your heart, 
for everything you do flows from it."
Proverbs 4:23 NIV

My heart is renewed, open, and ready to accept love as my higher self, the woman I am becoming. I have a healthier perspective on love. It is truly a gift that can not be controlled or contained. It is meant to be reciprocated and not one-sided. It is not meant to be chased, but it will find me at its appointed time. In love, there is value and respect. There is compassion, patience, and safety. God is love. We were created in his image. Love is you and me!

Love always,

Ronni Lauren

Sassy State of Mind💋…

Hi Sassy fam! Always remember that you are unstoppable! You will conquer anything that life throws your way!

You got this!

Ronni Lauren💗