D&E Journal
Stories and reflections from Dust & Ember Collective
Learning to Rest in His Presence
By Dust & Ember Collective • Nov 13, 2025
I've been spending more time in prayer, seeking a deeper connection with Jesus. Some days His presence feels close and alive; other days, it feels like I’m talking to myself. But even then, I know He’s there — steady, faithful, and patient with my heart. ...
Moving Forward with Jesus
By Dust & Ember Collective • Nov 10, 2025
Life has been nonstop lately, but instead of breaking under the pressure, I’m learning to take each new challenge straight to Jesus. The more I do, the more strength and focus I find — and somehow, I’m getting more done than ever before. ...
Learning to Pray Without Ceasing
By Dust & Ember Collective • Nov 07, 2025
I've been learning to quiet my mind through constant prayer — talking to Jesus throughout the day and night. The more I pray, the more real His presence feels, and the stronger my faith becomes. ...
When the Weight Feels Unshareable
By Dust & Ember Collective • Nov 04, 2025
Sometimes the weight of life feels impossible to carry alone. This reflection explores exhaustion, faith, and the quiet strength found in surrendering what we can’t control. ...
Learning to Trust
By Dust & Ember Collective • Nov 02, 2025
As the website grows, so does the weight of everything I'm learning about myself. I'm building, writing, and creating for God — yet still wrestling with control, fear, and faith. This entry is a prayer for deeper trust. ...
Calm in the Storm
By Dust & Ember Collective • Oct 28, 2025
Yesterday started as pure chaos — phone calls, deadlines, and distractions spinning out of control. But after surrendering it all to Jesus, something changed. The storm didn’t stop, but my heart did. I found peace in the middle of the madness. ...
The Hits Keep Coming
By Dust & Ember Collective • Oct 27, 2025
A restless night turns into a day of chaos — one thing after another piling up. But even in the middle of it all, I find myself praying for strength, clarity, and peace that only Jesus can bring. ...
Where It All Began
By Dust & Ember Collective • Oct 25, 2025
I didn't plan on starting this project. It began after life hit me in a way I never expected. My heart was full, my mind was racing, and my soul felt like it had reached capacity. ...
