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Be Encouraged

by Valerie Denay Staton When shadows fall around you and the road feels long and steep, when worry creeps in softly and tries to steal your sleep— When dreams feel dim or distant and hope seems slow to rise, remember every sunrise begins in darkened skies. Even in the silence, when answers seem delayed, aContinue reading “Be Encouraged”

Unbroken

by Valerie Denay Staton I have walked through thunder, let rain write stories on my skin. Felt the ache of heavy stones, linger in my bones. Still—I am standing. Every scar became a furrow and every tear, a seed. What tried to bury me only taught me how to push through the dirt. Push throughContinue reading “Unbroken”

Self-Love

by Valerie Denay Staton Self-love is recognizing your value. Self-love is knowing your worth. It is understanding your potential. It is believing that you are enough. It grows each time you choose restover running on empty, truth over pretending, kindness over criticism. It blooms when you see yourself clearlynot perfect, but beautifully human,learning, trying, becoming.Continue reading “Self-Love”

God Hears Every Prayer

by Valerie Denay Staton Sometimes prayer feels like speaking into silence, but heaven is never quiet toward you. God hears every whisper, every tear, every hope you lift to Him. Prayer is not about perfect words – it’s about a trusting heart. Even when answers aren’t immediate, the Father is near, working in ways youContinue reading “God Hears Every Prayer”

Dance Like David

by Valerie Denay Staton When I get to heaven, where streets are gold, where joy runs eternally and spirits glow, I’ll cast off the burdens earth has bestowed, and dance like David, unrestrained and bold. No chains will bind me, no sorrow, no pain, just the rhythm of glory, like a sweet, holy rain. I’llContinue reading “Dance Like David”