As I continue my journey through past journals, I remain in 2015 — a year that carried both anticipation and significant change. My writing rhythm shifted from daily entries to weekly reflections, marking a season of busyness and transition. Yet even in the gaps, God’s hand was evident, shaping vision, providing in challenges, and teaching resilience through both victories and trials.
Vision Taking Shape
In those pages, I recorded a mandate that would evolve over time: to become a leader who helps people discover their God‑given purposes, resources, and gifts, facilitating transformation in society. It was bold, perhaps even daunting, but it reflected the stirrings of something greater than myself. Alongside this, I reflected on the evolution of women — how grounding and growth enable us to contribute significantly to the spaces we inhabit. These thoughts were not abstract; they were tied to my own journey of becoming more rooted and intentional in the roles I carried.
Provision and Protection
A continuous theme was God’s provision. Even in challenging times, He never allowed me to be put to shame. I prayed for two things at the start of that year: a long‑awaited interview and the opportunity to relocate. Both came to pass. I vividly remember the optimism I carried into that interview, the certainty that I would receive the job. Sometimes you just know. I began preparing for relocation even before hearing the results, and when the confirmation came, it felt like a celebratory turning point.
These answered prayers reminded me that provision is not always immediate, but it is always timely. God’s hand was steady, even when circumstances felt uncertain, and His timing brought both relief and joy.
Integrity and Courage
Not all moments were celebratory. One journal entry recounts a family member asking me to sign documents on their behalf — unsigned papers they wanted me to deliver with their name. I refused. Though it caused offense, I chose integrity over convenience. Reading that account now, I feel proud of my younger self for taking that stand. It was a reminder that resilience is not only about enduring hardship but also about holding firm to what is right, even when it costs relational comfort.
There were also painful moments, with support from friends and family sometimes mixed. Yet those tensions built courage. They taught me that resilience is forged not only in victories but also in the quiet decisions to remain faithful when others misunderstand.
Patterns and Lessons
Looking back, I see patterns — seasons of progress followed by unexpected shifts. Decisions were calculated, everything seemed in place, yet outcomes could not always be foreseen. Life has a way of reminding us that control is limited, but faith is limitless. What mattered most was learning the lessons, building resilience, and moving forward with trust.
Some seasons felt like starting over, but starting over did not mean failure. It meant recognition that change is good, that new beginnings carry opportunities for growth. The relocation, the new job, the answered prayers — all were part of a larger preparation. Even when later years brought downward trends, 2015 stood as a reminder that God protects, provides, and equips us for what lies ahead.
Key Points
- Provision was steady — God answered prayers for a new job and relocation.
- Integrity mattered — choosing what was right built resilience.
- Mandate expanded — a vision for transformation in society began to take shape.
Closing Reflection
2015 was a year of change — marked by provision, integrity, and answered prayers. Not everything I planned came to pass, but many things did. God protected me, provided for me, and shaped resilience that continues to carry me today. Reading these journals reminds me that even when life feels uncertain, His hand is steady.
What I prayed for, what I wrestled with, and what I committed to then have become part of the foundation I stand on now. Change was not always easy, but it was necessary. And resilience, built in those moments, continues to guide me forward
This reflection is part of my author journey at Plunkett Writes. You can also follow along on Instagram @plunkettwrites, where I share my writing journey.