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Hii there! It's a joy to have you here! Let me start by introducing myself:)

My name is Eliza Mary and I've finally decided to start sharing my journey with y'all as I'm in the process of becoming the woman that God has in mind for me to become and as I'm a homemaker in the making.

This is where we Christian ladies could encourage one another and be encouraged as we're running in the exact opposite that this crazy world is headed. 

The Lord has put on my heart to start this blog and I can't wait to see what He has in store, and I pray that this blog will give Him all the glory!

I grew up in a somewhat small town that is not, in any way, small anymore. I was blessed to be born into a strong Christ-centered family with faithful parents and a Bible-based church community. I don't remember a summer without volleyball or church picnics and It has been a blessing to fellowship, learn, and grow with my friends. 

I've been blessed with two sisters, two brothers, a brother-in-law, and a nephew or niece on the way! I've also been greatly blessed with amazing Christ-led parents who have supported me throughout my life! My entire family has encouraged and supported me through my walk with the Lord, and if any of you are reading this, thank you. I love you guys so so much

Since the age of three, my parents implemented us in church activities and encouraged us to start serving the Lord through serving our local church. One way we started serving was by playing instruments. Oh, what a joy! That's when music became one of our favorite ways to worship the Lord. I guess music is one of the ways our family connects with Him and I wouldn't trade it for anything.

And then there's traveling. Oh, how I love to travel and see the beauty of  God's creation all around! Since day one, I've cherished every day we've spent outdoors! Ask my dad, he knows, haha! 

The Lord was and is a HUGE part of my life, even when I wasn't right with Him. He's lifted me from the darkness, saved me from my dark disgusting sin, He realigns me on what race I'm supposed to be runnin', and He's teaching me to trust and pray. Ah, you see I used present tense?? I'm still being molded and I'll always be in the process of being shaped into His image until the day I meet Him face to face. It's a lifelong process and I'm inviting you to join me to seek the Lord alongside our sisters in Christ. I pray that this blog will lead you closer to God and closer to the person He created you to be. 

I'm excited to share my journey with y'all and, with the Lord's help, the words I write on this blog could encourage and uplift you as we walk in our personal relationships with the Lord. 

Now let's let you in on some

of my interests :)

here are some of my favorites:

what I love: my Lord and Savior, smiles, peaceful sunsets/sunrises, waking up early, my quiet time with the Lord, flowers, cute modest outfits, rest, granola☺, walks, learning something new, my family, a good book, simmering tea, a good conversation, achieving a better running time, children, laughing, good church community, lake days, surprising a loved one, mission trips, evangelizing, music, the country, farms, spending time with friends who uplift me in my walk with the Lord, - (in terms of animals) horses, dolphins, puppies/kittens, - extended family reunions, and family camp. there are probably tons more (:

hobbies: Bible reading, horseback riding, journaling, running, baking, reading, biking, baking sourdough, drying flowers, gardening, planting flowers, fishing, writing handwritten letters, youth camp, camping, hiking, youth gatherings, and spontaneous trips

sports: basketball, cross country, and volleyball

books: The Holy Bible, The Power of a Praying Teen, The Duvall Series, When Calls the Heart, Liberty Letters, Passion and Purity, and Keep a Quiet Heart

favorite authors: Elizabeth Eliot and Janette Oke

music writers: Collingsworth Family, Clark Family,

Joseph O'Brien, CityAlight, Hillside Recording, and the Sharikovs

movies: War Room, The Perfect Race, Pride & Prejudice,

God's Not Dead, Remember the Goal, and Facing the Giants

favorite tea at the moment: peppermint & ginger

Scriptures: Psalm 51:10 -12, 103, 104, 91, Esther 4:14, Proverbs 31,

Romans 6, and Hebrews 12:1-2

favorite fruit: strawberries, blueberries, papaya, watermelon, apples, bananas, and raspberries

ice cream: mint chocolate chip, vanilla, pistachio, wild blueberry,

and fruity ice creams

This was fun writing and I can't wait to see what'll God do in the future☺

God is so so good :)

p.s. if you'd like a friend or you'd appreciate prayer, you can get in contact with me at:      runningtheraceee@gmail.com

                                                                        Your sister in Christ,

                                                                              eliza mary☺