A New Beginning Through Faith

Moving by Faith and Spiritual Refinement became the beginning of my transformation. My life felt like it had been recorded and placed on repeat. I kept making the same mistakes, choosing the same relationships, and losing time on connections with no real purpose. Eventually, I realized something in my life had to change.

So I decided to take a trip to Arizona, a place that already felt familiar to me. While I was there, I connected with a realtor I had spoken with over the phone while searching for a home. After talking and venting about life, we became friends. She prayed for me and my family, and her spirit felt genuine and comforting

She carried herself with confidence, purpose, and peace. There was something about her presence that made me realize I wanted more for my life. In that moment, I started seeing a different future for myself and my children.

I wanted that feeling for myself because, for the first time in a long time, life felt peaceful and clear. Being there opened my eyes to a different future for me and my children. Surrounded by a calm environment and genuine people, I finally realized I deserved better. In that moment, a new vision for my life began to form, and deep down, I knew it was time to make a decision that would change everything.

Walking Into Uncertainty

When I returned home, everything felt dark and stagnant. I kept saying, “I’m moving in June,” without truly preparing. It felt like God had already planned the move, like it had been spoken and prophesied before I even understood it.

Then circumstances forced the move. My landlord sold the property, and I had to leave by June 1st. At that point, I knew it was God. June had already come out of my mouth, and now it had become my reality.

Walking by Faith Instead of Fear

I knew it was God guiding my steps. I decided to take things seriously and move by faith, not my own understanding. I realized in that moment that this was bigger than me.

Forced to Start Over

We were forced to move out of the house where I had conducted business and raised my family—a place where we created so many memories, both good and painful. We lived there for 10 years, and now it was over.

Looking back, I could see that I had spent those years living without proper guidance through God and faith. In the process, I lost all of my personal belongings—important documents, pictures, and memories that I will never get back.

Losing Everything,

Remembering the equipment I had just purchased being tossed outside on the curb made me feel ashamed and worthless. Everything I had done felt like it was for nothing. I began to think about what people would say or think, especially since I didn’t feel supported and knew some were just waiting for me to fail.

Moving by Faith and Spiritual Refinement Through Hardship

Things began to change instantly. My emotions were all over the place, and I didn’t know what to do. I wasn’t prepared for any of this. I felt embarrassed that this situation had happened more than once, and now facing it a second time felt overwhelming.

But even in that, my emotions and suffering were making me stronger. They were preparing me for what was next.

On June 1st, by faith and trusting God, I moved out. I left everything behind—even the toxic relationship, the man who had no care or respect for me, the one I couldn’t trust. It was finally over.

I also had to let go of friends and even some family. It was painful letting go of everything and everyone I was used to. I didn’t understand why it was so hard to walk away from toxic people and toxic things.

This is when I realized that God was using me for His purpose. Eventually, I understood that I needed to release the old spirit—everything draining my peace—and begin filling my life with God’s word.

I had to remove what was unhealthy so something new could grow. That was the beginning of my transformation, becoming who God created me to be.”

I moved to Arizona with my children, packing only what fit in the trunk of my car.

Trusting God Through the Storm

During the drive, we encountered severe storms. The car spun on the highway, and we nearly lost control. We pulled over at a rest stop in New Mexico. It was very dark, so we stayed there and slept in the car until the storm passed. We were all shaken.

Finding Strength Through Faith

While we were there, my son pulled out a Bible and began reading. I was shocked because I never knew he even owned one. He told me a friend had given it to him before we left. In that moment, I felt so proud of him.

When morning came, we were still nervous, but we had no choice but to continue. I decided to take over driving. I never preferred driving on the

highway, but I knew I had to because my son was still shaken from the storm.

Before pulling off, I prayed. Gradually, I became more comfortable driving. Soon, music filled the car, and everyone started singing together. Along the way, we laughed, joked, and slowly adjusted to the highway.

But suddenly, I lost control of the car and almost went over a mountain. It was one of the most terrifying experience I had ever faced. Yet in that moment, God took control. It felt as if He lifted the car and placed it back on the road. After pulling over, we prayed and my son took over driving. From that point on, we prayed the rest of the way to Arizona.

It reminded me of Peter walking on water—the moment he took his eyes off Jesus and began to sink (Matthew 14:28–31).

God saved us.

We arrived safely.

Arizona brought new challenges. Mail issues caused me to miss licensing deadlines. Financial pressure increased. I worked warehouse jobs with little sleep. Eventually, we became homeless again.

My children stayed with family while I slept in my car, showered at gyms, and rebuilt from nothing.

God Was Preparing Me

During that isolation, I cried out to God constantly. Scriptures and sermons began appearing everywhere. I studied. I took notes. I listened with understanding.

I began realizing that my struggles were not punishment — they were preparation.

I learned:

• My purpose aligns with my vision.

• My love for children was intentional.

• My homelessness gave me compassion and perspective.

• Isolation removed unhealthy attachments.

• God was refining me.

“My life kept repeating itself until I learned to follow God’s direction.”

Through every struggle, God was teaching me something deeper about purpose, faith, and compassion. Experiencing homelessness helped me understand the pain and needs of others facing difficult situations. Walking through broken relationships taught me the importance of self-worth, wisdom, and healthy boundaries. Financial hardship pushed me to trust God more fully and depend less on temporary things. Even in loss, I began learning gratitude, strength, and the value of perseverance.

Moving by Faith and Spiritual Refinement taught me that growth often comes through hardship, faith, and perseverance.

Moving by Faith and Spiritual Refinement Through Isolation and Fear

But deep down, I could feel something shifting. I didn’t fully understand it at the time, and honestly, part of me was terrified of what was coming next.

I thought isolation was the hardest part.

I was wrong.

To be continued…