Why Jesus – Day 23 Today’s Devotional Jesus promises that His burden for us is light. So we can trust Him at His word. For He does not lie. Can we truly live out Jesus' promise of a yoke that is easy to bear? Two reasons why it may seem like His burden is not light: we are taking a burden or yoke that God hasn't set out for us. It may be our impatience or lack of trust … [Read more...] about Easy Yoke
Faith and Fitness
Not Too Busy
The problem is not time, it is "want to" when it comes to exercise. And that is an easy switch to flip. That doesn't automatically open time up in your schedule, I know. But perhaps you only need a shift in perspective! You are not too busy to add movement to your day...30 minutes a day will most certainly be a great way to jump into the holidays this year! Making Exercise a … [Read more...] about Not Too Busy
Stretching and Growing Again
Six years ago, my book Following God onto the Stage: A 40-Day Devotional was released. In it, I share about how in 2015 (eight years ago!) I followed God in a challenge to push myself physically, as I readied for my first bodybuilding competition! Since then, I've competed 3 more times. And each time, I noticed that stretching and growing in one area of my life automatically … [Read more...] about Stretching and Growing Again
Are You Ready for a Transformation?
This week, we're talking about Fearlessly Fit: A 6-Week Fitness, Food & Faith Bible Study. It is a transformational study that incorporates all of you holistically--mentally, spiritually, physically and emotionally. God has put us together so wonderfully, we need to live and act like we believe it! God designed our bodies and they are resilient, strong and easily … [Read more...] about Are You Ready for a Transformation?
8 Tricks to Fit a 30-Minute Workout into a Busy Schedule
Making Exercise a Priority Much of the western world has cultivated a sedentary lifestyle. Because of technology much of our work is done at the computer, and much of our entertainment is done in front of a screen. Advancements in technology give us both benefits and hindrances, and we must change to compensate for both. We as a society have been quick to accept the benefits … [Read more...] about 8 Tricks to Fit a 30-Minute Workout into a Busy Schedule
10 Encouraging Bible Verses for Weight Loss
10 Encouraging Bible Verses for Weight Loss There are a lot of encouraging verses that can help us with our weight loss journey. However, I have found that these 10 verses empower us the most by offering motivation that we truly need without guilt or shame. Shame is probably the number one stronghold that prevents people from losing weight, and it does not inspire change. … [Read more...] about 10 Encouraging Bible Verses for Weight Loss
7 Types of Fasts and 7 Spiritual Benefits
7 Types of Fasts and 7 Spiritual Benefits Toward the end of a five day fast, I drove to a café to get my husband a latte. I was blown away by the intensity of my sense of smell. The ardent aroma of roasted coffee beans and rich scent of frothed milk pique my salivary glands. Fasting created a new physical and spiritual awareness to God’s bounty in my life. When I finally was … [Read more...] about 7 Types of Fasts and 7 Spiritual Benefits
Following God into the Cage: A Mixed Martial Arts Devotional
Following God into the Cage Book Trailer Following God into the Cage Free Kindle Ebook Promotion Starting today, I'm doing a free ebook promotion for the second book in my Following God Series, Following God into the Cage! Why? Because I know these easy-to-read devotional books will encourage your faith and inspire you to follow God into every situations–even the scary … [Read more...] about Following God into the Cage: A Mixed Martial Arts Devotional
