<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[His Chosen Branch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Transforming Lives Through Christ's Love]]></description><link>https://www.hischosenbranch.org/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 06:30:15 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.hischosenbranch.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Mother Wound: How a Lack of Nurture Leaves a Hole in the Soul]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a particular ache that comes from growing up without the nurture you needed, whether that meant a mother who was physically absent, emotionally unavailable, critical, inconsistent, or simply unable to give you what a child needs to feel safe and seen. This wound often goes unnamed longer than most, because a mother's failures can feel unspeakable in a way a father's don't. But the mother wound is real, and it shapes the soul in ways that deserve honest attention, not silence. If this...]]></description><link>https://www.hischosenbranch.org/post/the-mother-wound-how-a-lack-of-nurture-leaves-a-hole-in-the-soul</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aad8b6bdf3a8fe3ae4d1880</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:11:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/317708_92ba646136d842deac53ba55ceb15ae7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>oliviaspeaks777</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Father Wound: How an Absent Father Distorts Our View of God]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a wound that shapes people long before they're old enough to name it. It doesn't always come from something violent or dramatic. Sometimes it's simply absence: a father who left, a father who was there physically but never emotionally, a father who was distant, critical, unpredictable, or gone too soon. Whatever the shape of it, that absence leaves a mark on the soul that doesn't stay contained to childhood. It follows people into adulthood, into their relationships, and often, into...]]></description><link>https://www.hischosenbranch.org/post/the-father-wound-how-an-absent-father-distorts-our-view-of-god</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aad899ad91f794dbe8311e2</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:04:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/317708_41aa1370d10a4333abf550dfd680426e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>oliviaspeaks777</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Shepherds Misrepresent the King: Processing Anger from Pastoral Leadership]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a specific kind of confusion that comes from watching a pastor lose their temper, belittle someone, or wield their position like a weapon instead of a gift. It doesn't just sting in the moment. It raises a deeper question: if this person represents God to me, and this is how they act, what does that say about who God actually is? I want to answer that clearly, right away: an angry, harsh, or controlling pastor is not a mirror of God's character. 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Trusting God in a storm was never meant to mean feeling calm the whole time. "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds...]]></description><link>https://www.hischosenbranch.org/post/trusting-god-in-the-storm-faith-when-everything-feels-uncertain</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aad7b6dbca59e2e6e09cb35</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:57:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/317708_9225ca0613b44e94bea620543a468d54~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>oliviaspeaks777</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Content While Waiting: Finding Peace in Singleness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Waiting is one of the hardest disciplines God asks of us, especially when what you're waiting for touches something as personal as marriage or companionship. It's easy to feel like your life is on pause, like the real story hasn't started yet because you're still single. But here's a truth I want to plant in you today: this season is not a waiting room outside of your real life. It is your real life. God is not withholding your purpose until a relationship arrives. "For I know the plans I...]]></description><link>https://www.hischosenbranch.org/post/content-while-waiting-finding-peace-in-singleness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aad7b2edf3a8fe3ae4cf219</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:56:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/317708_a94801b2998d43b1bf9224d3803138a7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>oliviaspeaks777</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When the Church Hurts You: Healing for the Wounded Soul]]></title><description><![CDATA[There's a particular kind of pain that comes from being hurt in the place that was supposed to be safe. Church hurt isn't just disappointment. It's the ache of feeling betrayed by people who were supposed to reflect the love of Jesus to you, and instead left you feeling judged, dismissed, or unseen. If that's you, I want to say this clearly: your pain is valid. God is not asking you to pretend it didn't happen or to rush past it. He sees exactly what was done to you, and He cares more about...]]></description><link>https://www.hischosenbranch.org/post/when-the-church-hurts-you-healing-for-the-wounded-soul</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aad7ab873e456c0a3ade2c5</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:54:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/317708_20bd3b75d2124b87a2660910f5f134f9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>oliviaspeaks777</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[John 15 The True Vine Abiding in Christ for Fruitful Faith Joy and Love]]></title><description><![CDATA[John 15 meets us in a tender and serious moment. Jesus is speaking to His disciples on the night before the cross. The shadow of betrayal, suffering, and separation hangs over the room, yet His words are not frantic. He speaks with calm authority. He gives them an image they could understand: a vine, branches, a gardener, and fruit.]]></description><link>https://www.hischosenbranch.org/post/john-15-the-true-vine-abiding-in-christ-for-fruitful-faith-joy-and-love</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aaaadb72dc1ddd4aee1d9e8</guid><pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:55:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/317708_eb475762d42c4b57b7590e68965f8011~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>oliviaspeaks777</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Experience Spiritual Growth with Soul Care Techniques]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a world that often prioritizes productivity over personal well-being, many individuals find themselves yearning for deeper spiritual growth. The quest for meaning and connection can feel overwhelming amid daily responsibilities and distractions. However, integrating soul care techniques into your routine can foster a profound transformation, allowing you to nurture your spirit and cultivate a more fulfilling life.]]></description><link>https://www.hischosenbranch.org/post/experience-spiritual-growth-with-soul-care-techniques</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a83761b3a73f167659c2748</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:59:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/317708_f1218753e41e48f7867e4184716aadfb~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>oliviaspeaks777</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlocking Freedom: The Power of Deliverance Ministry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deliverance ministry is a powerful and transformative practice that has gained attention in recent years. 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