Introducing. . .

Hey all, remember awhile back I mentioned I had something new in store for the Christinista? Well I wanted to give you all a little sneak peak. It took me a while to unveil this just because I thought long and hard about it, I wanted to make sure this was something I could dedicate my all to! Any guesses as to what I am transitioning in to? Comment below!!!! xo the Christinista

Greedy OR… High Expectations ?

Hello all!

Hope everyone is having a beautiful spring time thus far. This last past weekend in Youth group, The pastor spoke on something that made me wonder… He spoke on having a hardened heart and the 3 indications that you may have one.

1. Sensuality- Constant pursuit of self gratification
2. Greedy- Constant pursuit of more
3. Impurity- Sexual recklessness

While writing these things the second note stood out to me. I am always seeking more. Always trying to be the best or always trying to achieve more. I sat and thought if I am truly unsatisfied and greedy or is it me pushing myself because I don’t want to settle or get comfortable. After going over this concept with my mentor I guess I came to the conclusion that if I am content with what I have, and put God at the center of it then there isn’t a problem with wanting to push myself more. Is there anyone else out there that feels or felt this way too?

Comment below and let me know

xo The Christinista

New Transition

When I started this blog I used it as an outlet. A place where I could release my thoughts instead of taking them out inappropriately. It has been a year and things have changed tremendously. I am now transitioning this blog, it will still be about my journey of happiness with Jesus of course and my faith but I have some new things in store that I will be sharing with you guys soon. With this said below is a picture of my new logo!!! Tell me what you guys think!  Thank you all for your support…Until next time
Xo the Christinista

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When Is It Right

How do you know if you are holding out for something that’s not going to happen? When does your patience that God asks you to have turn into you are holding on too long for something you need to let go of? How do you decipher the difference? These are just some questions I have had in my head recently. There is a decision that I need to make but I’m not sure if I’m holding on to it because God is telling me to but I need to practice patience, so it seems far fetch OR
if it’s something that I do need to let go of, unfortunately at this particular moment I don’t know the difference. If anyone has advice I would GREATLY appreciate it.
Xo the Christinista

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Small Groups

I am now officially a small group leader and I couldn’t be any happier. I am in love with the girls and we all really bond. I would have never in a million years thought I’d be a leader of a small youth group.  I must say I love God’s trust in me lol. Just kidding. For so long I have wanted to mentor young girls and now it is finally happening. Things are so surreal as I am maturing in faith as well as in life, it is hard to fathom this all. I just wanted to share my good news… xo the Christinista

iT’S OK TO ASK… WHY?

This post comes from a very deep spot in my heart. My best friend/ sister is going through some really painful health issues and she is hurting deeply. I feel for her. It’s very hard to watch someone’s light dim, especially on such a beautiful being. When tough situations come up in life… Automatically I, like most go straight to questioning God. Why, Lord would you give your daughter such a hard battle. I know you give the hardest fights to your toughest soldier’s but when is the battle actually over? Most importantly will it win or will she? These are the questions I constantly ask God. No I am not angry with God, but frustration is definitely a strong feeling I have. I constantly rely on Jeremiah 29:11 God has a plan for all, this I know… At the end of the day I guess all I can do is be grateful for all things given to me. I just pray You still have a bright future for my friend, here on earth.

xo the Christinista

Definition Of A Christinista

So it’s been almost a year and boy have things changed since I first typed the words “xo the Christinista”…

A lot of new things are in the works for The Christinista and I am so excited to share them. I will be letting you all know soon, I promise. One thing I wanted to share today is my “OFFICIAL” definition of the Christinista 🙂

 

 

Noun: (Krist e Niste)

A beautiful, strong, stylish, independent, new follower of Christ.

 

I just look this definition because in life this is what I aspire to be and continue to strive to not fail or let down my other fellow Christinistas. Hope you guys like it as much as I do

xo the Christinista

2016 F A S T I N G

Hey guys!!!

So it’s that time again!!! Time to fast! Fasting is meant to be a sacrifice to the Lord. It’s basically the dying of your flesh (your wants and ‘needs’) to gain Christ. I don’t know about you but I’ll take that lol. During this time you should be connecting with God on another level. The other day in church our pastor said something that stood out to me. He said “Seek His face, before you seek His hand”. That got me thinking, whenever we want/need help we go to someone we know, never has anyone just accepted a hand out from someone they do not know. No one just walks up to a stranger and says I need ‘xyz’, because it’s weird… We usually go to someone we know, someone we are familiar with already. My point is we should know God before asking for a favor from Him. I said all that to say FAST! Deepen your relationship with Him. Most people don’t fast/ won’t fast because they assume they automatically have to give up food. Yes for the most part, people do give up food. But it’s YOUR relationship with Him. Like all relationships… No two are the same. Maybe you need to give up television, or soda, or staying up too late. Whatever you choose give it to God, and He’ll do the rest.

xo the Christinista

 

 

 

 

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

Happy New Year EVERYONE!

I am so excited to start this year off right. Something about Day 1 or 365 sounds amazing to me! Have you started your Roles and Goals? or Resolutions and Revelations? I try not to be cliché and make up “New Year’s Resolutions” so instead I write out goals monthly. What are you most looking forward to this year? I am honestly looking forward to a fresh start, clean state. Hope everyone has a blessed week

xo the Christinista

Jesus is the reason for the season

Hello December!
Is it me or is time FLYING !! I swear it seems like it was just summer.
Year after year the holidays become more and more hectic than exciting. Stores are putting out decorations earlier and earlier Christmas lists are growing bigger and bigger and unfortunately people are becoming more grumpy. I just wish that people would understand slow down and understand what Christmas is truly is about. Jesus’ birthday. On this day symbolically, Jesus was born. That is definitely worth taking a breath and rejoicing. I hope and wish you all a beautiful Christmas season

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