Present, not perfect

Presence is my super-power…. And no, I’m not being arrogant by saying that.

You see, there was a time in my life when I used to look at myself and see a man that was weak and easily over-powered…. I believed that lie because I underestimated my strength. My spiritual blindness didn’t allow me to all that God placed inside of me since birth. Little did I know that I was created for greatness. I had no idea that someday the Spirit would someday use me as a conduit to bridge the hurting with His healing grace.

Today I carry confidence. Confidence that I can face the unknown. Confidence in who I am and what I was created to be. By choosing to be present I’m taking ownership of the greatness that gifted to me….. and today I choose to be present to those that God places before me.

Today, this presence invites you to join me on a journey. It’s not a perfect one. In fact it can be messy….. but it’s absolutely worth it.

Unapologetically yours,

John Eli

Published by John Eli

I am a self-awareness coach (coach for humans), life strategist, blogger and speaker. I’ve spent over 21 years mentoring individuals in life skills, career transitions, relationships, and life recovery. My resume includes pastoral care, behavioral health, and higher education. From an early age, I realized that God created me to bring hope, healing and encouragement to others. I am currently living out my purpose by creating a space where people can rediscover and become all that they were created to be. I currently live in the beautiful state of Arizona with my wife, two dogs, and an antique piano whom I call, “Betty.”

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