Welcome! My name is Alyssa J Howard, and I am so glad you are here! A few years ago, God put something on my heart… a desire to write and to share with others all of the amazing things He was stirring within me. I spent most of my life as a Christian… but it wasn’t until college that God truly got a hold of my life and placed in me a passion to learn and grow in Him. Since then, God has taught me what it truly means to live a Holy Spirit-led life. I started this blog in 2014, and it’s been amazing to see God work through the process, and I’m excited to see what the future holds for this ministry. Click here to learn more…
What is Christian apologetics? The term "apologetics" wasn't something I heard growing up in the church. Perhaps it was thrown around here and there, but I really didn't understand what it meant until college. At its core, apologetics is simply a fancy word for the study of how to defend your Christian faith. But what does that mean exactly? If I'm not someone who regularly debates others or ... Read More about What is Christian Apologetics? (and why is it important?)
In the midst of all the chaos and confusion going on in the world right now, it's easy to lose sight of what God has planned. We know He works all things together for the good of those who love Him, and we know that His light will prevail over the enemy's darkness. But right now... it's hard to envision how and when that will take place. When things are going well, it's easier to see God's ... Read More about Relying on God When Faith is All You Have Left
How do we cope when faith and politics collide? If I'm being honest, prior to 2020, I wasn't too concerned with politics. I occasionally watched the news and paid some attention to big stories, but all of that changed when the pandemic began. I found myself sucked into everything on social media. Perhaps it was due to the fact that I suddenly had a lot of time on my hands. Or maybe it was the ... Read More about How to Cope When Faith and Politics Collide (Part 2)
If you've spent any amount of time on social media, you know all too well that our world is in a state of unrest. With lockdowns, mandates, protests, riots... we have all come face to face with how politics can shape our lives for better or for worse. Even my children have become part of the conversation at home, as it's becoming increasingly difficult to shield them from the negativity going on ... Read More about How to Cope When Faith and Politics Collide (Part 1)
We've all been hurt. Whether through words or deeds, we've all experienced what it's like to be deeply hurt by someone. In our hearts and minds, we know that forgiveness matters. Even those that don't claim to be Christians know that forgiveness can bring freedom and peace. But how do we find the strength when it feels impossible to forgive? How do we move forward in our lives and relationships ... Read More about Forgiving When It Feels Impossible to Forgive
