Monthly Thoughts by Shola Jones

Faith in the Waiting Season
Faith in the Waiting Season
Hey all, The waiting season…. that awkward stretch where it feels like life is moving at everyone else’s pace but yours? You’re just waiting for the new year, thinking back... Read more...
Why Rest is Spiritual (Not Lazy)
Why Rest is Spiritual (Not Lazy)
Random question… but how do you rest? I don’t know about you guys, but I actually struggle with resting. Read more...
Bloom where God plants you
Bloom where God plants you
Here’s the thing: God’s not surprised by where you are, and He’s not panicking because you’re not where you’re meant to be. In fact, He wants you to bloom right where... Read more...
Planners, Goals, and God: Surviving September.
Planners, Goals, and God: Surviving September.
Ughhhh. Summer is now over. The sunsets, iced coffees, pretending I have no responsibilities? Gone. It’s that time again… September hits, and suddenly it’s back to school, university, or work. Read more...
Love thy neighbor, fight thy injustice
Love thy neighbor, fight thy injustice
Let’s talk about something real: social justice. It's a term that's been thrown around a lot lately, but what does it mean for us as young Christians? Is it something... Read more...
Hey Siri, how do i pray?
Hey Siri, how do i pray?
Let’s be honest, our phones are literally in our hands 24/7. We’ve got apps for everything: ordering food, tracking steps, planning outfits, even stalking our crush’s story views (pls don’t... Read more...
Easter: more than chocolate eggs...
Easter: more than chocolate eggs...
Easter is coming up, and for a lot of people, it’s just a longbank holiday weekend, some pastel-coloured outfits, and way too much chocolate. But let’s talk about what it... Read more...
Valentine’s Day: Keep Jesus at the Centre
Valentine’s Day: Keep Jesus at the Centre
 Valentine’s Day is always interesting. Some people love it, some don’t, and some are just here for the discounted chocolate on the 15th (honestly, I hear it). But let’s be... Read more...
New year, same God
New year, same God
New year, SAME God. Let’s step into 2025 with real intention. This time of year always gets a little wild; new goals, new plans, new everything. But what about God? He’s been here,... Read more...