Sallie Dawkins

Pain isn’t from God, but He’ll use it for our good and His glory. When I recently asked the Lord how many times He would heal me, He replied that it was once and done for Him. Jesus said, “It is finished” (John 19:30). Still, He said, He’d remind me of His Word on the matter as many times as it takes for me to believe and receive the fullness of His healing. Acccording to Matthew 15:25-27, healing is the children's bread. We receive it as we sit at the Master's table. Here's what I learned after a dozen weeks of relenting pain in my muscles, bones, and joints.  

God is my refuge and strength. When I started to feel overwhelmed, I knelt down and simply prayed, "Lord, send help." 

Maintaining motivation and discipline during writing and self-publishing requires careful planning, perseverance, and an optimistic mindset. By setting clear goals, establishing a routine, seeking support, celebrating small victories, and taking care of yourself, you can keep motivated and focused to achieve success.

My first book published achieved Amazon Best Seller status, likely due to interest generated from multiple paid ads. My book launch plan for The Complete Beginner's Guide to Self-Pubishing for Christians included only two paid ads. Would that be enough to boost it to Best Seller status?  

Sharing part of my testimony of healing at the hands of children. If God could teach them how to pray and prophesy, I knew He could teach me.

Journaling with God is not only beneficial for mental and emotional well-being but also has spiritual advantages. By documenting our thoughts, emotions, and experiences, we create a space for self-reflection and deepening our relationship with God. It is a form of prayer that allows for honest communication and the opportunity to hear God's voice clearly. Journaling helps cultivate an attitude of gratitude by recording blessings and moments of grace, shifting our focus towards God's goodness. It promotes healing, growth in discernment, and personal transformation.Learn more in Sallie Dawkins' post titled, "Benefits of Journaling with God."

Far from routine, this "Monday morning check-in" jumpstarted an encounter with God. Our ongoing conversation has been insightful.