From Polished to Persecuted - Our new direction

Posted by Hayley Esther on Sunday, December 01, 2024

 Having reviewed my stats I can see that most of you following this blog are not OG.

So when I refer back to posts I've done, its your first time reading them.

This is freeing because it means I can move on from the last era of blogging and bring you fresh new content that is designed for the audience I now have. 

This blog aims to serve, we have had several topic shifts in the past and im happy to shift again.

What I need to know is what do you want? 

I'm looking at my audience and I have some idea of what you need but to do this im going to have to shift again.

See, most of you live in eastern countries and I am a westerner. I can and have written content for the east but im very aware that you need different things then we do in the west. 

In order to serve the audience I now have, I think we need to take things back to where Daisy Change originally started , mental health and faith, Christian faith. 

Not the shiny packaged faith of contempery christianity, but the grittier real soulwrenching faith that is going to get you through what you are facing.

I know that most of you reading this are in a situation where you don't have the luxury of being out and proud about your faith in Jesus. You are facing some very real dangers.

I want to be sensitive to that audience, so from now on we build you up so you can face the day. 

To the persecuted church reading this, thank you for trusting me. I will work hard to ensure the posts going forward are sensitive to your needs. 

To any westerners reading this, the content will still be for you, but with that sensitive slant on it for our persecuted brothers and sisters in eastern countries.

We're going back to authentic faith.

Let's go!



The Gospel of Jesus Christ for Iran

Posted by Hayley Esther on Saturday, November 16, 2024
A Message of Hope and Love: The Gospel of Jesus Christ for Iran

Dear friends,
We come with a message of hope and love, rooted in the eternal truths of God. It is a message that transcends borders, languages, and cultures—a message of peace and salvation through Jesus Christ.

God's Love for All People
The Bible teaches us that God created the world and everything in it, including each of us. He knows you personally and loves you deeply. The Scriptures say, "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life" (John 3:16). This love is for everyone—every nation, every tribe, and every individual.

Our Need for God
Each of us has sinned and fallen short of God's perfect standard. Sin separates us from God, but He does not leave us without hope. He desires a relationship with you and has made a way to reconcile us to Himself.

The Good News: Jesus Christ
Two thousand years ago, God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, into the world. Born of a virgin, Jesus lived a sinless life, teaching love, forgiveness, and truth. He willingly gave His life on the cross as a sacrifice for our sins. On the third day, He rose from the dead, defeating death and proving His power to save.

The Bible promises, "If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved" (Romans 10:9). This salvation is not something we earn; it is a gift from God, received through faith.

What This Means for You
Jesus invites you into a personal relationship with Him. He offers peace for your heart, forgiveness for your sins, and eternal life in His presence. As you trust in Him, He will guide you and fill your life with purpose and joy.

Iran has a rich spiritual heritage, and God’s hand is at work among its people. Today, you can be part of His unfolding plan. Will you open your heart to Jesus?

A Simple Prayer to Begin
If you want to invite Jesus into your life, you can pray this prayer:

Lord Jesus, I believe that You are the Son of God. I believe You died on the cross for my sins and rose again to give me new life. Please forgive me for all my sins. I invite You into my heart. Be my Savior, my Lord, and my guide. I choose to follow You. Thank You for Your love and grace. Amen.

A New Journey
If you prayed that prayer, know that you are now part of God’s family. He promises to be with you always. We encourage you to read the Bible, seek fellowship with other believers, and grow in your faith.

God is calling His people in Iran to be a light in the darkness, sharing His love and truth with the world. May you find peace, hope, and life in Jesus Christ.

With love in Christ,
Your brothers and sisters in faith

How To Honer The Ultimate Ancestor

Posted by Hayley Esther on Saturday, November 16, 2024
A Message of Hope: The Gospel for a Japanese Audience

In Japan, the beauty of nature, the values of harmony and respect, and the deep longing for peace and purpose reflect something profound about the human heart. These qualities point to a greater reality—a Creator who made us and everything around us with love and purpose.

This Creator, whom the Bible calls God the ultimate ancestor, is the source of all life. From the beginning, God made us to live in a close relationship with Him, experiencing His peace (what Christians call shalom) and joy. However, we see that the world is filled with suffering, conflict, and emptiness. This separation is because of something called sin—our tendency to live apart from God's ways and design.

In the Bible, God reveals His love for all people, including the Japanese people. He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, into the world to restore what was broken. Jesus lived a perfect life, full of compassion, wisdom, and power. He healed the sick, welcomed the outcast, and taught about God's Kingdom—a kingdom where justice, love, and peace reign.

But the greatest act of love came when Jesus willingly gave His life on the cross. He died to take the punishment for our sins, so that we could be forgiven and made whole. His sacrifice was not the end of the story—Jesus rose from the dead, defeating death itself. Through His resurrection, He offers eternal life to anyone who believes in Him.

What does this mean for you?

Forgiveness: No matter what your past holds, God offers forgiveness through Jesus.

Purpose: Your life has meaning because God created you uniquely, with a role to play in His plan.

Hope: Even in the face of life's struggles, Jesus promises to be with us and lead us to eternal peace.


Becoming a follower of Jesus is not about abandoning your culture or traditions. Instead, it is about letting God bring His light and love into your life, transforming everything from the inside out. Just as a cherry blossom tree blooms in season, God desires for your life to flourish in a new and eternal way.

If this message speaks to your heart, you can respond by turning to God in prayer.

> A Simple Prayer
"God, I want to know You. Thank You for loving me and sending Jesus to save me. I confess my sins and ask for Your forgiveness. I choose to trust Jesus as my Savior and follow Him. Please guide me in this new life. Amen."



This is the beginning of a journey. God invites you to walk with Him daily, learn more about His Word, and find encouragement through others who follow Jesus.

The Gospel is good news for all nations, including Japan, and it is an invitation to the life of peace, purpose, and hope that only God can give.

How To Survive A Witch Attack.

Posted by Hayley Esther on Tuesday, November 12, 2024

 How to survive a  witch attack 

If you are unlucky enough to be singled out by a witch, its not easy to shake off their attacks. Witches are sneaky, experts at gas lighting and very precise in their craft. 

That said, other then the obvious rebuking the attack in Jesus name, their are a few things you can do.

Firstly don't be isolated, it makes you an easy target.

Secondly, identify what the witches end goal is. Are they looking to kill you? Drive you mad? What exactly is the witch going for that is attacking you?

I've had witches attack this blog, their goal was to get me to shut up.

Not happening.

Once you know what the witch is going for, identify their territory's. It might be possible to physically move out of their space. It might be necessity.

Running is not weakness, but at the same time don't be chased out of a space in which you are fulfilled. 

Stay grounded, protect your emotional regulation because you may need to make some firm decisions to deal with this, and its best to do that from a sound mind. 

Practice self defense but don't fight back unless you know what you are doing. 


Letters to life 2 - My Spiritual Awakening Journey

Posted by Hayley Esther on Monday, November 11, 2024
Ok life, it's been a while since I've written to you. Sorry about that. You got in the way of time to sit down and type. 

Anyway, to day I thought we'd talk about my spiritual journey. You see i have now expirenced "enlightenment" and I gotta say it's not all it's cracked up to be. 

I had the inner peace, sense of zen and connectivness but it has nothing on the peace I experience in Jesus. 

I had the "light of many occultic truthes shining on me" but not one of those truthes had anything on the truth found in Jesus. 

I have ventured the road less traveled and less recommended and it has taken me to some dark places. That's ok though, the holy spirit was always with me lighting the way. I learnt the secrets of the occult for educational reasons but upon the discovery of frequency I felt no need to engage in ceremonial magik although I read the books. I witnessed the deception first hand. 
You life, led me on a winding road, one that ventured into the darkness even when I felt the tugging of Christ on my heart. Had I listened, maybe I'd still be in London. I did not though and I instead found myself flat on my face home in Wales. There are ofcourse other reasons but falling in the dark when holy spirit had gone ahead of me home to Wales , was a big part of my journey. 
I have had involvement with several secret societies, but of course they don't exist so what more can I say? Delusion. It's hard to see through the thick fog of spiritual depression but somehow I made it through that. I learnt all about dark enlightenment then the vanilla breed, I learnt the secrets of the light are black. They fall so short of Jesus the genuine article . We've done eastern mystisim and western esoteric teachings. A myrid of religions and schools of thought but nothing has landed so solid as standing right back where I started. Standing on the rock of Christ Jesus. 

That is where I am now, right at the begining back to my first love, Jesus Christ. 

From here, life we build you up.

With the right foundations in place this time I can't wait. 

The Dangers of "Enlightenment" from a Christian Perspective

Posted by Hayley Esther on Monday, November 11, 2024
The Dangers of "Enlightenment" from a Christian Perspective

In our culture, the idea of "enlightenment" is often portrayed as the pinnacle of human achievement, a path to ultimate freedom, knowledge, and personal fulfillment. People pursue it through philosophy, spirituality, and self-help trends, aiming to transcend ordinary experiences. While seeking truth and meaning is natural, enlightenment as understood in many contemporary movements may pose real dangers from a Christian viewpoint. Below, we’ll explore why the quest for enlightenment, when it steps away from God, can lead to spiritual peril, moral confusion, and disconnection from the very truths that set us free.

1. Self-Deification: The Idol of Self

At the core of many enlightenment movements is the idea of self-deification—becoming "god-like" in wisdom or power. Some approaches to enlightenment advocate self-realization, not merely as growth, but as a divine awakening where the self becomes central. This philosophy echoes the oldest temptation in Scripture: when the serpent tempts Eve in the Garden, he says, “You will be like God” (Genesis 3:5).

For Christians, however, this emphasis on the self as the source of all truth and divinity is dangerously deceptive. Scripture tells us that there is only one God, and that we are His creation, designed to worship and glorify Him. Isaiah 42:8 reminds us that God will not share His glory with another. When enlightenment moves into self-worship, it draws us away from God, encouraging us to trust in our own wisdom rather than in His divine guidance.

2. Undermining the Authority of Scripture

Enlightenment philosophies often promote the belief that truth is relative or that it can be found by looking inward. But Christianity teaches that ultimate truth is found in God’s revelation through Scripture. Proverbs 3:5-6 instructs us to “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”

By looking within for truth, enlightenment philosophy may subtly push Christians to question or devalue the authority of the Bible. Instead of seeking God’s wisdom, people are encouraged to rely on subjective feelings or insights. This can lead to a type of spiritual relativism where individuals may create their own personal beliefs, cherry-picking doctrines and practices from various sources without accountability to God’s Word. The outcome? A shallow, subjective faith that lacks a firm foundation in God’s truth.

3. Spiritual Warfare: The Risk of Deception

Ephesians 6:12 reminds us that “our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.” Enlightenment practices can open doors to spiritual experiences that may feel enlightening but are, in reality, spiritually dangerous.

Many traditions, especially in New Age or esoteric practices, advocate meditative techniques or mystical practices that aim to open the mind to otherworldly influences. For Christians, engaging in practices that invite unknown spiritual forces poses a grave risk. The Bible is clear that we are to avoid anything that connects us to spirits or forces other than God, as such practices can lead to spiritual bondage rather than freedom (Deuteronomy 18:10-12).

In pursuit of enlightenment, people can be drawn into deceptive, dark, or even demonic influences without realizing it. Scripture encourages us to remain vigilant and spiritually sober, discerning every spirit to avoid being led astray by false teachings or deceptive influences (1 John 4:1).

4. The Illusion of Self-Sufficiency

Another core danger of enlightenment philosophies is the idea that we can achieve fullness or wholeness entirely on our own. The Christian understanding of human nature is that we are deeply in need of God’s grace and love. Romans 3:23 states, “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,” emphasizing that we cannot achieve salvation or righteousness by our own efforts.

The belief that one can be entirely self-sufficient or "self-enlightened" promotes a false narrative about our human limitations and need for God. While we can certainly grow in knowledge and wisdom, our deepest spiritual needs—salvation, grace, and redemption—come only from God. When enlightenment becomes a way to bypass that dependence, it distances us from the redemptive work of Jesus and from the saving grace we are offered.

5. Loss of Humility and the Call to Serve

Christianity teaches that humility and service are essential virtues. Jesus Himself, though He was God, took on the nature of a servant, humbling Himself even to death on a cross (Philippians 2:5-8). Many enlightenment philosophies, however, subtly or overtly focus on personal greatness, power, or superiority, leading individuals to pursue self-glory over humility.

The drive for enlightenment can create an inward focus that leads to pride rather than humility, making one’s own “higher state” or awareness the goal. When we lose sight of humility, we also risk neglecting our call to serve others. The Christian life is not one of constant self-improvement for personal gain but one of growth that brings us closer to God and leads us to serve those around us in love.

6. Turning Away from the Ultimate Source of Light

Jesus said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life” (John 8:12). True enlightenment, from a Christian perspective, is found in Jesus Christ. He is the source of all wisdom, truth, and life. Seeking enlightenment outside of Christ is ultimately a pursuit that leaves us empty because it turns us away from the one who is Himself the Light.

The danger of enlightenment outside of Christ is that it can feel like illumination, even though it ultimately cannot lead to the fulfillment, peace, and freedom that only Jesus provides. Without Christ, any enlightenment we experience is incomplete and, in the end, will not lead us to eternal life.

Conclusion: Pursuing God’s Light over Human “Enlightenment”

While seeking knowledge and understanding is natural and good, Christians must be discerning about where and how they seek this enlightenment. True enlightenment comes not from transcending human limits through self-deification or subjective truths but from a humble submission to God, a faithful life grounded in Scripture, and a commitment to serve others in love.

As we pursue deeper understanding, let us remember that only in Christ will we find the truth, light, and life we seek. By aligning our lives with Him, we protect ourselves from the subtle dangers of enlightenment philosophies that promise much but ultimately fall short of His perfect truth. The goal is not personal glorification but the glorification of God, who is the true source of all light and life.