Dear Friend,
I hope this letter finds you well and enjoying a restful weekend.
Lately, I’ve been walking through a quiet, growth season, one that’s been more about remaining consistent than starting a new, more about surrender than striving. And while it has been a little raw at times, I can say with full confidence: God is doing a deep, beautiful work in my heart.
This season, God has been teaching me three powerful things: to trust His perfect timing and will for my life, to walk in self-discipline, and to embrace the lesson of patience with a heart full of contentment.
I used to think contentment came when everything looked how I wanted. But God is showing me that true contentment isn’t about getting what we want exactly when we want it. Godly contentment is about being at peace with what is, knowing that He sees the full picture and is working all things together for our good.
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” – Romans 5:3-4 (NIV)
I’ve also come to understand the value of self-discipline, not as a rigid rulebook, but as a spiritual focus that helps me stay aligned with God’s heart and plan for my life. Whether it’s how I care for my home, manage my money, or how I remain mindful of my thoughts and words, He’s gently leading me to live with greater intention and reverence for his voice within.
And then there’s the P-word, patience. Oh, the patience! Learning to wait without grumbling, learning to trust without seeing. It’s in the waiting that I’ve discovered one of the greatest treasures of all: prayer. Not just asking God for what I want, but sitting with Him, listening, trusting — even when the answer is “not yet” or even “no.”
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” – Colossians 4:2 (NIV)
There’s something sacred about continuing to pray when you don’t yet have the answer you hoped for. I’ve learned to see delayed answers are still divine lessons. Every “no” is really a “yes” to something better — something I may not understand yet, but something that fits perfectly into the story God is writing for my life.
And perhaps the most unexpected blessing of this season has been the lesson of suffering. I have started reframing my thoughts and words during periods of suffering, embracing the knowledge that this struggle has a way of turning my heart back to the Lord. It strips away distractions. It humbles me. It softens me. And in that place, I’ve found myself clinging to Him more deeply than ever before.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18 (NIV)
So if you’re walking through a season of spiritual growth too — I want you to know you’re not alone. God is doing something special. He’s building your faith. He’s deepening your roots. He’s preparing you for something you can’t yet see.
Stay faithful. Keep praying. Practice gratitude even when it’s hard. And trust that whatever He is doing, it’s full of purpose, even if it’s hidden for now.
You are deeply loved.
And you’re right where you need to be.
🌿 Journal Prompt:
“What is God teaching me in this season of waiting?”
Write about the areas of your life where you are being called to trust God’s timing.
• Where do you feel delayed, uncertain, or stretched?
• How has prayer been shaping your heart in this season?
• In what ways can you choose gratitude, even in a not yet season?
• Reflect on a time in the past when a ‘no’ or ‘wait’ turned out to be a blessing.
End your journaling by writing a short prayer of surrender, asking God to help you remain rooted in faith, peace, and purpose.
With all my heart and friendship,
Jennifer ❤️❤️
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