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The Spiritual Power of Christian Journaling: 5 Proven Benefits for Your Faith Journey
The Spiritual Power of Christian Journals: 5 Proven Benefits for Your Faith Journey Are you looking for a deeper connection with God? Do you long for a prayer life that feels more intentional, more alive? Keeping a dedicated Christian Journal...
On My Heart Lately
Just a few things that have been stirring in my heart lately, felt it was worth sharing with you all.  Throw anxiety to Jesus and don't pick it back up again. This one in particular is much easier said than...
6 Verses for the Worried Heart
Feeling worried? This post is for you.⁠⁠These verses will help remind you that God is our place of refuge from worry, whether you're worried about something massive or something small⁠.⁠ John 14:27- “I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind...
Bible Verses for Worry
5 Verses for Worry I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid. John 14:27 Now may the Lord of...
Hope for the Waiting
I’m sure we have all encountered a season of waiting. Whether for a job, school opportunity, your spouse, the right house, children, or family members to find salvation. Waiting can be so so hard, I will start with that.  But...
Bible Verses for Peace
7 verses for peace I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid. - John 14:27 I have told you...
Book Dive: Esther
In this book we see many themes of faith and obedience to the Lord. God shows He can use anyone if they are willing King Ahasuerus reigned from India to Ethiopia over 127 provinces. The king was looking for a...
3 Tips to Create a Bible Routine
Imagine your perfect time with God. For me, I'm sitting at my kitchen table. Light is streaming in *just right* and I have my favorite drink (iced vanilla chai). I open my bible and spend time with Jesus in peace...
5 Verses to Pray for Your Spouse Pt. 2
Need help in your prayer time? Try praying the Word! Ephesians 4:2-3- Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.Prayer Point:...
Things You Might Not Know About: Elizabeth
In this Character Dive we are taking a look at Elizabeth. Elizabeth's story is found in Luke 1, woven into the story of Mary and Jesus. Setting the stage for the Messiah.  Elizabeth was advanced in years and unable to...
5 Verses to Pray for Your Spouse
Need help in your prayer time? Try praying the Word! 1 John 4:12- No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us and his love is made complete in us.Prayer Point: God’s presence would...
Things You Might Not Know About: Rahab
In this Character Dive we are taking a look at Rahab. Rahab's story is found in Joshua 2, woven into the story of Joshua and the Promised land A woman of promiscuous lifestyle chose loyalty to the God of Joshua...
5 Verses to Pray Over your Child
Need help in your prayer time? Try praying the Word! Proverbs 4:23- Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life. Prayer point- God would help guard their hearts, as this verse emphasizes the importance of....
5 Underrated books of the Bible
Looking for your next study? I invite you to pick one of these 5 amazing books of the bible Galatians- So many truths and lessons in this book. Including resurrection with Christ, grace over the law. Walking by faith instead of...
4 Verses For When You’re Frustrated
Frustration is something that we all experience. It may be directed at family members, situations or even God in those seasons of doubt. In a bible study I attended recently we were discussing that God has given us Scripture to empower...
5 Practical Ways to Teach Your Toddlers About Jesus
Grace was born in January 2020, and I've been working hard on how to share Jesus with her in ways that she understands. Here are some practical tips to help you share Jesus with your toddlers! 1. Listen to Christian...
Your Top Tips for Bible Reading!
I asked the ellyandgrace instagram community..."what would you tell someone who is JUST starting out on their Bible reading journey?" And they gave so many great tips! Here are some of the best ones! If you're ready to start reading...
Help! How do I start reading the Bible?
Maybe you’ve decided that this is the year that you want to start spending more time in your Bible. Recently, I asked Instagram what was stopping them from reading their Bible daily, and one person gave such an honest and...
3 Tips for The Waiting Season
It seems like all of us are in the waiting. Whether it's children, job, future, marriage, a relationship, graduation or something else. Here are 3 things to remember in the waiting
Does being "good" get you to heaven?
I've always tried to be the "good" girl. When I was a kid, I didn't really get in trouble, I got great grades, I was good at band and good at choir. I was in the worship band and involved...
HELP! Bible Reading! Where do I start?
HELP! I want to read the Bible but I don't know where to Start! Recently, I asked my instagram friends how they were with their Bible reading habits. About 25% said they didn't know how to start or where their...