Still in the Wilderness

Published on 30 May 2025 at 11:25

 

Welcome!

I want to be honest with you from the start. I’m not writing to you from the finish line. I’m writing from the middle.

Right now, I’m walking through a season where obedience is stretching me. Where God’s voice feels clear one moment and painfully quiet the next. Where what He’s calling me to doesn’t make much sense — and the people around me don’t always understand.

This blog — From the Wilderness to the Well — isn’t a place for polished answers. It’s a place for the in-between. The tension. The unseen steps of faith when nothing around you confirms the path you’re on.

I chose the name because it captures where I am — not just where I hope to be. I’m still in the wilderness. Still trusting. Still questioning. Still believing that somewhere ahead, there is a well — and that God will meet me there, just like He did for Hagar. The wilderness has always been holy ground. It’s where Moses met God on the mountain, where Jesus was strengthened before His ministry began, and where Hagar — abandoned and alone — was seen and heard by the God who does not overlook us. It’s not a place of abandonment — it’s a place of divine encounter

 

I don’t know what wilderness you might be walking through.
Maybe it’s in your marriage.
Maybe it’s in a decision no one else seems to understand.
Maybe it’s in your faith, your calling, your waiting.

Whatever it looks like — this space is for you, too.
For the tired. For the faithful. For the confused and the obedient.
For anyone still walking toward the well.

You’re not alone. Let’s walk this journey together.

“You are the God who sees me.” — Genesis 16:13


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Susan Glover Simms
8 days ago

Beautiful, authentic message that resonates deeply with me right now. After 38 plus years of continuous parenting and caring for an elderly parent, I’m about to find myself in less than a year, with absolutely NO idea what His assignment is for me next. I can’t wait to keep reading. Kudos to you!

Anne
3 days ago

Hello!

I have no idea what is in store for me too! Glad we are on this journey together! Thank you for reading!

Tsion
8 days ago

I love this so much and I am so happy you started this web. I can't wait!.

Dawn Sandoval
8 days ago

Love this, Anne! Thank you for your transparency! Obedience is hard!

Love you!

Tonya
8 days ago

Bless you for your transparency and for your faithfulness. Life is not easy, marriage is hard, raising children is difficult but God is faithful - He sees us!

Amanda Atkinson
8 days ago

Thank You, I am happy to be here and in the wild!

Anne
3 days ago

We're in this together, Mandy! Thank you for reading!

Liz Hogsn
8 days ago

Thank you, Anne. I am also trying to obey in a hard personal space. I will walk and pray with you.

Anne
3 days ago

Obedience doesn't always make sense! So hard, and I'm glad I'm not feeling alone in that. God sees your obedience!

Vicki Hubbard
8 days ago

Obedience is hard - it’s a very personal walk that’s played out with real people in real time. Everyone may not always understand but God will shield you from others’ opinions.
His word says you’ll find Him if you seek Him with your whole heart! It’s a beautiful journey…so glad you’re choosing this.

Cathy Garland Garland
8 days ago

Love this! Been there!!!

Jamonda
8 days ago

This is so beautifully honest and heartfelt! Thank you for creating this space. I am looking forward for what is to come.

Bridgette Bentley
7 days ago

I’m walking with you friend. Thank you for sharing. This was encouraging for me.

Gail williams
5 days ago

Love your post and your honesty!
I have seasons of being in the wilderness! Does it ever end??

Anne
3 days ago

Definitely feels like it never ends some times! Glad there's always a well!