I pray that these five simple tips help keep you from unrealistic expectations not only this Valentine’s Day but every day of the year! Remember to thank God for where you are, communicate clearly with your spouse and view things from the lens of Scripture.
Fasting can feel like a “Lent-only” discipline—something reserved for solemn weeks leading up to Resurrection Sunday. But Scripture shows fasting is far bigger than a seasonal tradition. It’s a focused way to deny yourself something temporary (often food) so you can “feast” on the presence of God through prayer, His Word, and deeper dependence.
The Christian Woman’s Guide to Fasting and Prayer walks you through what fasting actually is, why believers fasted throughout the Old and New Testaments, and how prayer transforms fasting from mere deprivation into spiritual intimacy. You’ll see how God’s people fasted in desperate moments, for closeness to God, for spiritual warfare, and for guidance in ministry. You’ll also get practical pointers—how to plan wisely, protect your health, keep your fast private, and start small if you’re new to it.
If your heart is craving clarity, renewed discipline, or a fresh spiritual breakthrough, this guide is designed to help you step into fasting with confidence and purpose.
Prepare your heart for Lent and download the PDF below.
I need clarity and peace and space to think. When there is a mess swirling around me on the outside, I internalize it. Chaos outside equals chaos inside.
Be inspired by these glimpses into the lives of Seven Christian Black women motivated by the truth of Scripture to impact change in the church and society.
You don’t have to ignore Valentine’s Day. Let these biblical suggestions guide you toward rest and a deeper love for what God is doing in your life right now.
Many wives carry silent disappointment when their husbands don’t lead spiritually. This article offers calm, biblical direction for helping—not replacing—your husband in the role God designed.
Discover how to cultivate inner peace amidst life's uncertainties by rejoicing in God's nearness and practicing gratitude in every situation. Learn practical strategies to manage your thoughts and seek wisdom, ensuring you walk in peace no matter how unsettled your circumstances may feel.
Motherhood can feel like losing pieces of yourself. But what if God is gently shaping you through every sacrifice into someone even stronger? Before the diapers and dishes, there was a you God deeply loved. That woman still matters.
The profound impact of the "father wound" and how women can find healing and reclaim their identity through faith and powerful stories of overcoming adversity. "He Calls Me Daughter" features inspiring accounts and insights from notable figures, offering a path toward understanding and wholeness.
Is your home louder, busier, or more restless than you want it to be? Discover five simple ways to shift the atmosphere toward prayer, peace, and deeper family connection.
One of the easiest Valentine’s date events includes you, your significant other, and a great flick to put your feet up to. Valentine’s Day is a day celebrating love—but it doesn’t have to be full of ooey-gooey gushy love stuff (unless you want it to).
If you’re not familiar with minimalism, it essentially embraces living a simple life with fewer but carefully selected things and fewer commitments to help a person gain more focus about the things that truly matter. For me, what matters is God foremost, so minimalism speaks to me in that it helps me push aside worldly concerns to focus better on the Lord.
Your worth doesn’t come from how the world sees you—but from how your Creator sees you. Discover how Scripture reshapes your self-view with purpose and lasting truth.
I am finding that life changes are happening more quickly and closer together. I hardly have time to adjust and catch my breath, and I am hit with another one. Navigating change is hard, and it is important that I be willing to keep changing as well.
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