A Prophets Journal

“Were they born that way?” is a question people ask with fear, anger, curiosity, and sometimes deep pain. It gets asked about sexuality, gender, addiction, anger, depression, pride, unbelief, lust, violence, shame, and almost every other struggle that touches human identity. A Christian answer cannot be shallow. It cannot be cruel. It also cannot pretend the Bible says less than it says. The honest answer begins here: we are all born into a fallen world, and none of us enters

Some conversations cannot stay tucked away in journals, prayer rooms, mentoring sessions, or private group discussions forever. Some conversations are meant to be shared, weighed, prayed through, and carried into homes where people are asking real questions about faith, family, truth, spiritual warfare, history, health, and how to follow Christ with discernment. That is the heart behind the upcoming Just Be Helds Podcast. This podcast is being built as an extension of the min

Understanding Trauma Trauma is a complex and often misunderstood experience. Not everyone recognizes their own trauma, and many individuals may be in denial or unaware of its effects due to suppression. This lack of awareness can lead to unresolved or unrecognized trauma, particularly for those struggling with their identity. Sources of Trauma It's important to note that trauma doesn't always stem from familial issues. Often, societal and environmental factors play a signific

Names carry weight. In the Bible, a name can describe character, calling, authority, or worship. That is why confusion around names like Jesus, Yeshua, Baal, Lucifer, and Satan can feel spiritually serious rather than merely academic. Online, some people claim that “Jesus” is a false name, that “Yeshua” has been hidden, that “Lord” secretly means Baal, or that Jesus is somehow Lucifer or Satan. These claims spread quickly because they mix real language history with fear, half

Darkness does not create. It covers, twists, and imitates. That is one reason spiritual deception can feel so convincing. It does not always appear as obvious evil. It often arrives wearing familiar language, borrowed authority, and a shape that looks close enough to truth to confuse the undiscerning. Scripture describes Satan as one who “masquerades as an angel of light” in 2 Corinthians 11:14. That one phrase explains much of the conflict between light and darkness. The ene

A HEARTFELT INVITATION TO PARTNER WITH JUST BE HELD Dear Brother or Sister in Christ, My name is Mariah, and I am the founder and creator of Just Be Held, a Christian mentoring ministry that was born out of one of the most difficult seasons of my life. I am reaching out to you not simply to introduce a ministry, but to share a vision that I believe God has placed deeply within my heart. Just Be Held was created for the person who feels forgotten, overwhelmed, lost, broken,

I have a message to share, and once again, God has guided me to draw from my own experiences to provide examples. This is a message from God: If we fail to fulfill our responsibilities, Satan will seize our position. He waits for us to become distracted or to reject what God has planted within us, preventing us from growing and bearing fruit. Satan sends challenges, such as too much sun or water, to hinder our progress. His ultimate goal is not only to take our place but to d

Some teens understand faith best when it becomes something they can see, touch, hear, repeat, and share with someone they trust. For many high functioning teens, especially those who process the world with deep sensitivity, spiritual ideas can feel both beautiful and hard to grasp. God is invisible. Prayer is quiet. The Bible includes poetry, history, symbols, miracles, rules, promises, and stories from long ago. That can feel like a lot. At the same time, many of these teens

Adulthood does not arrive all at once. It shows up in small moments: remembering a house key, speaking up at the doctor, paying for a snack, crossing a busy street, or knowing what to do when a plan changes. For high functioning teens with disabilities, these moments often take more practice than people expect. A teen may sound mature, do well in school, or handle some tasks alone, yet still struggle with judgment, safety awareness, social pressure, time management, or proble

A relationship can look peaceful on the outside and still feel lonely on the inside. No shouting. No obvious crisis. No dramatic breakup moment. Just two people slowly learning not to say what they really think, need, fear, or hope for. That kind of quiet avoidance can feel easier in the moment. It keeps the evening calm. It avoids tears. It lets both people pretend everything is fine. But over time, avoiding deeper conversations keeps love from growing up. The connection sta

A boundary can sound simple: “I’m not available for that,” “Please don’t speak to me that way,” or “I need time before I answer.” Yet for some people, those words land like an attack. They hear rejection. They feel punished. They may accuse the person setting the boundary of being controlling. That reaction can be confusing, especially when the boundary is not telling anyone else what to do. It is naming what you will do, what you will accept, or what you need to feel safe an

Love can be warm, loyal, and generous, but without boundaries it can also become exhausting, confusing, and painful. A person can say “I love you” and still cause harm if they ignore what someone has clearly said they need. Boundaries are not punishments. They are not walls built to keep people out. They are the lines that help love stay safe, honest, and respectful. They tell others, “This is how I can stay connected to you without losing myself.” When boundaries are respect

I recently shared a blog post called "The Writing on the Wall." You absolutely have to check out that story first because this is the thrilling part two! This is the Lion's Den story for those times in life when you feel completely surrounded. When you're facing relentless attacks—those are the lions, whether they're people close to you or spiritual adversaries. The lions are ravenous, eager to devour you by any means possible. Right now, my lions are court cases threatening

Palm Desert, CA & Surrounding Areas Flexible • Dependable • Caring • Experienced Hi, I'm Mariah. Along with building my Christian mentoring ministry, I work as an IHSS caregiver and am currently looking to fill some additional hours in my schedule. My days are fairly flexible, and rather than letting those extra hours go unused, I'd love to help someone in my local community who could use an extra hand. Sometimes you don't need a full-time caregiver, housekeeper, nanny, or pe

The moon does not rule the Christian life. God does. https://youtu.be/exTaENGYcSU?si=fTQtnT-oM0x0i_ER Still, many believers can feel when a spiritual season grows heavier. Prayer feels more urgent. Temptation gets louder. Conflict rises in the home. Money gets tight without warning. Hidden things begin to surface. The question is not whether Christians should study moon phases for direction. They should not. The question is how to stay spiritually awake when dark

Unveiling the Occult and Historical Significance of the "Surgeon Moon" Phase https://www.justbeheld.com/group-page/just-be-held-prayer-hub/discussion/10e9ca39-fba5-4130-9d9a-2e516b307a8b https://youtu.be/HWDKNXtBdEg?si=KATuI9oYbCTK-UyH I have been conducting an in-depth exploration of the "surgeon moon" phase, which is occurring in the final days of August 2026. My focus has been on understanding the historical and occult significance of this moon phase. It's crucial to em

Key Verses Daniel 5:5-6: "Suddenly the fingers of a man’s hand appeared and wrote on the plaster of the wall... The king watched the hand as it wrote. His face turned pale, and he was so frightened that his legs became weak and his knees were knocking." Daniel 5:25-28: "This is the inscription that was written: Mene, Mene, Tekel, Parsin. Here is what these words mean: Mene: God has numbered the days of your reign and brought it to an end. Tekel: You have been weighed on the s

Love is often described simply as a feeling or an emotion, but when we consider God's love, it reveals a much deeper, multi-dimensional reality. God is love, yet this love is not flat or one-sided. It is rich, complex, and layered beyond what our human minds can fully grasp. Our relationships serve as a living demonstration of this divine love, showing us its many forms, depths, and expressions. They act like a Rubik’s cube, with each side and each small cube representing a d

Starting a new chapter in life or facing challenges can feel overwhelming. Finding the right support and guidance often makes all the difference. That’s why Just Be Held Mentoring exists—to offer a welcoming space where you can grow, learn, and connect with others who understand your journey. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, professional development, or simply a community to lean on, our mentoring programs are here to help you thrive. https://youtube.com/@justbeheldmin

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