Don’t Downplay the Start (Even If It’s Messy)

In this honest, reflective episode, I share a recent testimony that reminded me—God sees the small prayers. The whispery, shaky ones. The “I want to trust You, but I’m scared” ones.

I almost didn’t hit record. I’m in a season that feels heavy. Starting has been hard. Continuing has been harder. And being unmedicated right now might actually be affecting me more than I realized. But even in that fog, God met me with clarity. With provision. With a hoodie, a cold night, and a pocket full of unexpected cash. Yep, you read that right.

This one’s for the ones trying to stay consistent without all the answers. For the ones who want to trust God with their obedience and their mental health. If that’s you, I hope this episode feels like a deep breath.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Starting again (and again) is part of the journey. Don’t despise your day of small beginnings.
• Trusting God financially can feel scary—but He always honors obedience.
• You don’t have to wait until everything is perfect to honor what God’s asking you to do.
• Health (mental, spiritual, physical) is not optional—it’s foundational.

📖 Scripture Highlights:

• Malachi 3:10 – “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse... and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven…”
• Luke 16:10 – “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much…”
• 1 Samuel 15:22 – “Obedience is better than sacrifice…”
• Zechariah 4:10 – “Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin…”

🛠 Helpful Resources:

• NAMI.org – National Alliance on Mental Illness (mental health support + resources)
• ADHD reWired Podcast – For anyone managing unmedicated ADHD or navigating alternatives
• The Bible App (YouVersion) – Try devotionals on faith + mental health like “Battlefield of the Mind” or “Anxious for Nothing”
• Faithful Counseling – Therapy rooted in faith (sometimes covered by insurance)

🫶🏾 Let’s Stay Connected:

If this blessed you, share it with someone who needs encouragement to keep going—even if their start is messy. ✨ Follow me on IG & TikTok: @donthitsnooze_

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