So, I did exactly that. After college, I left behind my retail job and stepped straight into corporate America. I worked the classic 9 to 5, Monday through Friday, tried to maintain a social life on weekends, and gave Sundays to the Lord. For a while—two or three years—I thought I was fulfilled. Life looked good on paper. But the deeper I walked with the Lord, the more I began to notice cracks forming beneath the surface.

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My convictions started growing stronger. I found myself pulling away from places and people that once felt normal. Sometimes I still went—and regretted it instantly. I was emotionally drained, spiritually confused, and honestly, kind of a mess. Don’t even get me started on dating. (We’ll get into that another day.) What I didn’t realize at the time was that God was allowing me to feel the weight of discomfort so I’d finally stop running to the world—and start running to Him.

And that’s exactly what I did.

I ran full force into the arms of Jesus. After one particularly painful moment, I realized He was the only option that wouldn’t leave me empty. And I don’t regret it for a second. For the first time, I felt peace in the middle of pain. I saw beauty in brokenness. I found joy even in heartbreak. I know that might sound strange—especially if you’re new to walking with Christ—but maybe I am a “Jesus freak,” and I’m okay with that. Because He’s the only one who never walked away, even when I was drowning in shame and at my lowest point.

So, to circle back—I still have my 9 to 5. I still work Monday through Friday. But now, instead of giving God just my Sundays, I give Him every day. My mornings start with prayer, scripture, and worship music filling my home. On Thursday nights, I gather with an incredible group of women for Bible study, learning together how to love the Lord more deeply. Saturday nights, I attend church at [Red Rocks Austin], and on Sunday mornings, I serve in the Kids Ministry—helping build up the next generation of Kingdom builders. My heart’s desire is to one day leave the corporate world and serve in full-time ministry—leading, mentoring, and helping others grow in their relationship with Jesus.

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When I was living with my parents a few months ago it was easy for me to stand in my faith and believe that the battle has already been won for me and everything is fine. But now that I am back living on my own, living in a new city, and surrounded by people that aren’t believers it’s a lot harder for me to stand firm in my faith and not let my old life creep in through the cracks. The only difference now is my conviction hits a lot harder than it did before because I know what its like to live fully in the kingdom.

I’m sure some of you can relate to what I’m saying, and others may be reading this thinking they’ve never experienced anything like this. But to those of you that can relate I want to take a moment to pat you on the back, because I truly believe the first step in fully walking with the Lord is recognizing the spiritual battle you’re up against. Just because we can’t see it, we’re faced daily with a war that our Heavenly Father has already won for us. Now it’s our turn to stand in that truth and believe that the battle has already been won. I’m sure you’re all either checked out by now or thinking … “Great Reva and how do we do that.” And I truly don’t have the best answer for you since this is something I still battle with myself. But there are 3 steps that I believe can equip us to fight the battle and have us starting to believe the war has been won.

1. Start your morning with Jesus

· How can you believe the battle is won if you’re not starting the day in relation with the one who won the battle for you?

2. Read your Bible daily

· The Bible says, “Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4 NIV

· The Bible also says, “Give us today our daily bread.” Matthew 6:11 NIV – This verse is not referencing bread that we eat, but the bread of life that comes from the Lord and comes from being in His word.

3. Put on the Armor of Christ

· Ephesians 6:11 NIV says, “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take stand against the devil’s schemes.”

· This goes back to reading the Bible daily, the more we fill our minds with the word of the Lord the easier it will be for us to discern what is from the Lord and what is from the devil.

At the end of the day, I don’t have a perfect plan for you and I can’t say that you doing all these steps is going to change your life the hour after you finish them. But I can tell you that doing these daily will highlight some areas of your life that the Lord is either ready for you to let go of or areas of your life he’s ready for you to take a next step in.

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Who is Reva Florko?

Hi, I’m a 26-year-old writer recently planted in Austin, Texas. By day, I’m in the 9–5 grind, but outside the office, you’ll find me writing, painting, or spending time with friends. Creativity isn’t just a passion—it’s woven into who I am.

More than anything, I’m a follower of Jesus. My faith shapes every part of my life and my words. I’m here because of His grace, led by His guidance, and grounded in the purpose He’s placed on my heart.

What is The Girls & Jesus Co.?

The Girls and Jesus Co. is a community rooted in grace—bringing together imperfect people with a shared desire to walk closer with Christ. My hope is to grow together in faith and invite others into the journey.

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