Hello friends,
Welcome to February! Can you believe we’re already here? January felt like a long stretch, yet somehow, it flew by in the blink of an eye. Funny how time works like that, isn’t it?
The start of a new month is always a great opportunity to reflect and be grateful for how far we’ve come. And truly, there’s so much to be thankful for.
Speaking of gratitude, my last blog post was on January 4th—my birthday! In that post, I mentioned that I was preparing for an exam. Well, a lot has happened since then, and here’s the big news—drumroll please… I PASSED! Woohoo!
I still remember the moment I opened that email. All I could see were the words “You passed” staring back at me, bold and beautiful. Those were the exact words I had been hoping—sometimes anxiously—to read since I finished the exam. In that moment, everything else faded away. Let’s just say I dropped to my knees, raised my hands to heaven, and could only muster, “Thank you, Jesus,” over and over again.
To be honest, I had my worries after the exam. Adult education is no joke, lol. It’s been ages since I last sat for one! Some parts didn’t go as smoothly as I’d hoped, and I couldn’t help but replay those moments in my head. But in a way, that reflection was helpful—especially since I had to write a 300-word reflective account on the exam as part of my course. But my family and close friends—bless them—kept reassuring me. They believed in me even when my doubts tried to creep in. And then I reminded myself: “I’ve been a pharmacist, and an amazing one, for over a decade. I know what I’m doing.” And that’s the truth. I’ve invested in myself, I’ve built my expertise, and I do know what I’m doing. But let’s be real—there’s just something about exams that can bring out all the nerves! Who else can relate?.
This experience reinforced a few important lessons for me. First, the power of having good people around you—those who uplift you, encourage you, and speak truth in love. Second, the importance of believing in yourself. Sometimes, we just need to pause and remember who we are and, more importantly, whose we are.
I am a child of God, and Isaiah 41:13 reminds me:
“For I am the Lord your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.”
Wow. What a powerful truth! And that’s just one of many reminders in the Bible for both me and you. No matter what we face—whether it’s exams, life’s bigger trials, or simply the day-to-day—we don’t have to be afraid. We have God, the Creator of the heavens and the earth, walking with us and helping us. That fills me with peace and hope every single time.
So, if you need this encouragement today, take it and hold on to it: You are amazing.
- Take a moment to reflect on your achievements, both big and small.
- Write them down and let them remind you of how far you’ve come.
- Let that fill you with gracious confidence.
And don’t forget to:
- Remind yourself of who God is and what He says about you.
- Jot down a few Bible verses and personalize them with your name.
- Speak those truths over yourself daily.
I hope this encourages you as much as it encourages me. Until next time!
With all my love,
Esther xx