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Day 8 – Faith for the Future

Day 8 – Faith for the Future

🎵 Song of the Day: Simple – Leanna Crawford
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Dear Friends,

Today we pause to breathe in Hebrews 11:1:

“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”

Some days, the future feels bright but blurry. You may not know how you’ll get there, but faith whispers: you don’t have to know the “how”—you only need to believe in the One who holds it.

I wrote in my journal today, “I am overwhelmed, depressed, and really scared right now. But I smile, believing it will be okay.” Maybe you’ve been there too—clutching to hope with trembling hands.

Faith isn’t denial of the pain; it’s choosing to believe that something beyond the pain is possible. That’s why today’s song, Simple by Leanna Crawford, is such a gift. Its reminder is clear: God’s love is not complicated. It meets us right where we are.


Coffee & Drumming

Think of this journey like sipping a strong, simple cup of coffee. No extras, no sweeteners—just pure and steady strength. It’s enough.

And faith is like drumming in the background of our lives—it keeps rhythm even when we lose the beat. Every strike of the drum reminds us that our hearts are still alive, still moving forward, still keeping time with God’s plan.


Practical Hope Tips (Day 8)

  1. Name the Fear – Write down what scares you right now. Naming it strips away its power.

  2. Choose One Step – You don’t need to know the whole path. Just ask, “What’s the next right thing I can do?”

  3. Anchor in Scripture – Hebrews 11:1 is your promise. Keep it in sight today.

  4. Sing or Listen – Let music restore your faith when words fail.

  5. Journal Your Worth – Remind yourself: “I am already chosen. I don’t need to be seen or validated to be enough.”


Closing Reflection

Lord, I want to be free. That simple.

Today, faith invites us to live like the future is already secure. Because in God’s love, it truly is.


You belong. You are enough. You are worthy of healing, love, and peace.


Crisis Resources

If you are in crisis, please reach out:

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788

  • National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988

  • RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)

💙 You are not alone. Help and hope are available.

Dr Brooke Jones Founder Stronger Women