About Julia Charleston
Julia Charleston is a Christian author and public speaker. As a precious daughter of Christ, Julia seeks to share the love of Jesus with the people who need it most. Her passion is to be salt of the earth to bring a taste of heaven to those who struggle in this uncertain world. She is a wife, mother, friend, and mentor, and a true inspiration to those around her.
Evergreen High School. Iryna Zarutska. Charlie Kirk. The weight of recent events have fallen heavy on my heart. I’m still trying to make sense of all that took place less than 2 weeks ago. It’s hard to make sense of … Continue reading →
Continuing from my Just Believe blog post where where I likened our journey to pursue truth to climbing the rungs of a ladder, and how it takes a lifetime to fully believe, I wanted to examine more lies we believe … Continue reading →
Pursuing real truth requires taking a journey to find belief. Belief in God, yourself, and others. Belief that you are worthy of discovering good things; good and positive things, because, after all, we don’t just wake up one day and believe, right? Continue reading →
Today is the day we celebrate mothers all around the world. It’s a beautiful day filled with joy, laughter and lots of smiles; a day to appreciate the person who gave us life. A day to honor the sacrifice that … Continue reading →
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In life, we sometimes carry around unresolved hurts; offenses we have laid on others and vice versa. Left unchecked, that baggage can sneak into our hearts as we carry them from one season into another, one relationship to the next, until the bitterness turns to rage and anger. Continue reading →
I awoke to the pitter patter of rain drops rather than the anticipated sound of chirping birds. My eyes adjusted to another dark, drizzly Monday. Rainy days and Mondays always get me down. I don’t generally like the first day … Continue reading →
We live in a neighborhood that is heavily wooded. Our backyard has always been a large eyesore of dying grass and invasive weeds, which made it seem inhospitable to us. I had never thought much about it really; never took … Continue reading →
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I find myself asking that question over and over to myself and to those who are closest to me. There are so many uncertainties; so many unknowns. I went to bed last night depressed and overwhelmed after watching the news. … Continue reading →
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“Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” My sister and I used play a childhood game where we called each other food names as insults. The more unappealing the food, the harsher the insult. … Continue reading →
“Do not be lazy, but work hard, serving the Lord with all your heart.” Romans 12:11 NCV For 20 years, I have spoken the same words to my family as they start their day: “Be Excellent!” This wisdom came from … Continue reading →