Author: Kaela Kaiser

Kaela is a student at Cornerstone University where she is majoring in Biblical Studies. If there is anything that Kaela loves, it is a good conversation and a good cup of coffee. She loves people and engaging in thought-provoking, life-giving conversations. One of the best ways to do this is by visiting local coffee shops with friends! Kaela joined Across My Heart in 2017, sharing her passion for Truth that comes by His revelation in His Word, in prayer, and in His creation.

When We Don’t Have the Words

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Holy Living

If I am completely honest, prayer is something that has felt daunting to me. I have often become discouraged because my prayer life is not what I want it to be. I get distracted. I don’t always know what to pray for. Sometimes it feels like a chore. Often I feel guilty because I know prayer is a beautiful gift we have, and it is a calling. I want to have intimacy with my God, but my own imperfection discourages me. I often let my discouragement paralyze me, which inhibits me from growing in prayer. 

Deconstruction…. Navigating a Biblical Response to the Cultural Trend

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Holy Living, On My Heart

Deconstructionism calls for the pulling apart of faith for examination. At first glance, this sounds beneficial. We should know what we believe and why we believe it (1 Peter 3:15). However, the deconstructionist is rooted in doubt, not in faith. We are encouraged to doubt everything that we have ever known. Doubt, not faith, is encouraged and praised. 

Lessons I Learned After a Breakup

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Define the Relationship, Relationships

Relationships have a way of showing our weakness. If I had not been in a relationship, there are so many things I wouldn't have learned about myself. And in this relationship, there were so many good times. At first it was hard to know what to do with the memories. But as I move farther away from the relationship, I am able to think back on those memories and recognize that they were God’s grace to me at that time. I am beginning to recognize God’s hand in every good moment and every hard moment.  

Blessed are… the Peacemakers

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Blessed are..., Holy Living

Jesus was not unfamiliar with political turmoil, oppression, and war. Israel was under the oppressive rule of Rome when he walked the earth. There were riots, starvation, sickness, and political uprisings. Jesus had firsthand experience with conflict. And yet his purpose on earth was not to bring political peace or an era where the nation of Israel would be free from tyranny. And His purpose was not to passively allow the oppressors to take advantage or exploit him.

What Social Media Is Really Doing to Us

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Body Image, Holy Living

Social media was first intended to be a way in which communication with friends, business promotion, and the sharing of ideas could be easy, accessible, and helpful. While this may still be somewhat true, with the introduction of Instagram and other image-focused platforms, we can see a shifting of the purpose of social media. We are no longer mostly interested in connecting with others, but we are literally creating an image of ourselves to be consumed by others.

If You Love Each Other, That Is Enough?

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Relationships, Worst Relationship Advice Ever

Most rom coms go the same way - two individuals on completely separate paths fall in love, experience relational conflict, and overcome it through their feelings for each other. We’re fed the message by our movies and media that as long as two individuals love one another, it will work. But our generation isn’t buying it. We see the effect of broken relationships all around us and wonder what we are missing.

To the Girl Who Tolerates Sin, Even Though She Knows the Truth

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Holy Living, Letters to the Church Girl

We live in a time where tolerance and acceptance is the anthem of our culture. We are told to love and not judge. And usually that means accept anything, even if it doesn’t line up with our moral convictions.

Just Do Something | A Liberating Approach to Finding God’s Will [Book Review]

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Book Reviews, Holy Living

How are we supposed to know we aren’t messing up God’s plan for our lives? How are we supposed to know this is the right person to date or marry? How are we supposed to know this is the right college to attend? Since we are searching for God’s will, we get caught up in an endless cycle of anxiety and indecision because we don’t want to mess up God’s plan. As a result, we sit and wait, hoping that God will show up and do something for us.

What will people say… when they hear that I had an eating disorder and sometimes still struggle?

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Body Image, What Will People Say

In reality, I’m sure that no one is surprised that I’m not perfect. But in my flesh, I desire to be thought of highly. If people know that I still struggle, then they won’t think I’m a good Christian.  The flaws in these statements are twofold. These lies can only be debunked with the truth of the gospel that has the power to loosen the chains that binds us. Read on to find the truths that have helped me find freedom in Christ.

When the Christmas lights fade

Posted on by Kaela Kaiser in Body Image

What is it that draws our hearts to the beauty of Christmas? Why is it that we are so sad when it’s over? It’s not the overcrowded malls, or the message of Hallmark’s movies to find the “spirit of Christmas”, or even the delicious treats that come with the holiday. There is something so much deeper, so much more beautiful than our hearts realize.