Aging is odd.
There are things I love about it—lessons and wisdom learned through difficult seasons, a deeper appreciation for the things that actually matter, and the ability to look back and see God's faithfulness in ways my younger self never could. I’ve learned to laugh more, stress less (okay, I try), and let go of the need to say 'yes' to everything (sometimes....lol!). There’s a certain beauty in growing older, in seeing how every season has built upon the last.
But then… there’s the flip side.
Before I started typing this blog, I glanced down at my hands and saw a crinkled mess. What is happening?! My skin doesn’t bounce back the way it used to. Elasticity? Who is she? And while I love many benefits that come with aging, watching my body go through changes is honestly not one of them.
But here’s the thing I’ve come to realize: while my body may be shifting, my faith doesn’t have to weaken. In fact, it should grow stronger than ever before.
Over the years, the Lord has taken me on a faith journey—one I never could have scripted for myself. I could sit down and tell you story after story of how God has shown up in my life, revealing miracles I never saw coming. But here’s the reality: those past miracles, as incredible as they are, were just the foundation. They catapulted my spiritual growth, deepened my love for God, and strengthened my walk with Him. But even after all these years, I know this—there is still so much more.
God isn’t done with me yet.
And guess what? He isn’t done with you either.
The Birth of the Faith Study Library
As God has been stretching me in faith—pushing me deeper into trusting Him beyond what I can see—I decided I didn’t want to walk this journey alone. I wanted to invite you in.
So, starting March 3rd, we’re launching something brand new: The Faith Study Library—a yearlong weekly study designed to take us from the foundational truths of faith to the crazy, radical, step-out-of-the-boat kind of faith. This is no easy feat and a huge commitment to stay plugged-in. But, there's an excitement stirring in the air that I honestly cannot wait to see what all God is going to do in my life, this ministry and in yours as well!
Think of it as a spiritual workout plan—but instead of lifting weights, we’re training our hearts to believe bigger, trust deeper, and step into everything God has for us.
Here’s what you can expect:
✅ A new study each week—building one layer of faith at a time
✅ Deep-dive scriptures—because the Word is where it all starts
✅ Real-life stories—the gut-honest kind, because faith isn’t just theory
✅ Reflection questions—to help you wrestle through and apply what you’re learning
✅ Prayer prompts—because faith and prayer go hand in hand
✅ Webinars—guest speakers sharing inspirational and miraculous stories
✅ Video Vlogs—taking a deeper dive into specific weekly studies
✅ Resources—keeping you ignited in your faith journey
.....and so much more
And here’s the best part: the first month is completely FREE. You’ll get the whole month to dive in, soak it up, and see what it’s all about. After that, it’s just $5 a month—about the cost of one cup of coffee.
Let's take a sneak peek......
Week 1: Faith Begins by Seeking
Let’s be real—faith doesn’t just randomly appear. It doesn’t show up fully grown like a drive-thru order, ready to go. It starts with one thing: seeking God.
We’re kicking off this study with Hebrews 11:6 (NLT):
"And it is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him."
Here’s a reminder—faith isn’t about having everything figured out. It’s not about a perfect formula, a step-by-step checklist, or waiting until we "feel" full of faith before moving forward. Faith starts the moment we choose to seek God—before we have all the answers.
In Week 1, we’re breaking down:
🔥 What it really means to seek God (hint: it’s not just praying when you’re in a crisis).
🔥 How to stop striving and start actually building faith.
🔥 Why seeking isn’t about begging—it’s about believing.
Week 2: The Reward of Seeking God
We are diving into the truth that God isn’t playing hide-and-seek with us. He’s not standing off in the distance, waiting to see how hard we’ll chase Him. When we sincerely seek Him, He shows up.
But here’s what most people don’t realize—the reward of seeking God isn’t always what we expect. It’s not just about answered prayers or open doors. Sometimes, the biggest reward is Him. His peace, His direction, His presence in the middle of uncertainty.
This week, we’ll unpack:
🌿 What God’s reward actually looks like (spoiler: it’s more than just blessings).
🌿 How seeking God changes us before it changes our circumstances.
🌿 Real-life proof that when we seek, He really does respond.
And my friend, this is just the beginning.
Are You Ready to Grow?
If you’ve ever wondered:
How do I build a stronger faith?
What does it mean to actually trust God?
Is faith really about taking blind leaps?
This study is for you.
So, mark your calendars—March 3rd—and get ready to grow your faith like never before. Because no matter where you are in life, God has more for you.
And I, for one, can’t wait to walk this journey together.
👉 Sign up details coming soon! Stay tuned!
Until then—keep seeking, keep believing, and keep walking in faith (even if your knees shake a little).
~Tracee Padilla
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