Have you ever felt guilty for slowing down? Many Christian women pour themselves into serving others while neglecting the very body and mind God has entrusted to them. When illness, exhaustion, or life's unexpected pivots force us to stop, we may wonder if we're doing enough for the Lord. But what if caring for yourself is not selfish at all, but an act of faithful stewardship?
In this episode, Tracie shares the heart behind her North Florida Baptist Ladies Conference session, "Do Well and Be Well for the Lord," based on the truth of "Ye are not your own… therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit." Joined by Abigail, they discuss the physical and emotional pivots that have reshaped their own lives and ministries, the importance of caring for the bodies God has given us, and the freedom to seek help, rest, eat well, see a doctor, and lean on trusted friends without guilt. Drawing from the lives of faithful servants like Susannah Spurgeon and Amy Carmichael, this episode reminds us that stewarding our health isn't a distraction from serving God—it enables us to serve Him faithfully for years to come.
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