Christian Encouragement & Faith Blog

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...
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:...
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...
4 Practical Tips for Creating Christian Discipline
Discipline can be difficult, it takes intentionality. For those who live from busy to busier this doesn't come easily. We have just a few practical tips that can help transform your personal discipleship! Set reminders- Make it hard for yourself to...
3 Ways to Encourage a Friend
Encouragement is so important, let's grow in building others up! Send them a scripture text- Maybe something in your bible time stood out to you that you think they would enjoy. Or just to remind them that you are thinking...
4 Ways to Encourage Someone in Their Faith
Encouragement is SO important, and now more than ever, we need to be pouring into each other. Let's grow in building others up - here are some tips!     Wear EllyandGrace - Uplift, inspire and point others to Jesus! That's the mission...
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 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...
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...
4 Reminders When You're Discouraged
Anyone else feel like they are in a frustrating season?⁠⁠I'm caught up in trying to do ALL THE THINGS with Grace because last summer was a bit of a wreck (not just the BIG thing that I won't type because...
Why Take Notes?
Why take notes? My natural tendency is to be a Martha. I’m typically trying to do a million things at once and focused on what needs to be done next. Grace goes down for a nap? I’m doing a load...
Do your words REALLY impact others?
"...After I allowed it (because yep- I could have just blown it off) to steal my joy for over a week, sink deep into my spirit and cause some serious self doubt and negative feelings..."
5 Ways to Dress Up a T-Shirt
Ever wondered how to dress up your t-shirt? We have 5 easy ways (with pics!) for you to dress up your ellyandgrace tee.