What would you do with an army of 48,000 angels? In Matthew 26, Jesus had access to exactly that — and he chose not to use it. Not because he was weak, but because he knew something greater was at stake.

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A Prayer to Lay Down our Defenses by Christie Thomas

This week's episode digs into the Garden of Gethsemane and what it looks like to hold real power… and lay it down anyway. It's one of the most countercultural things Jesus ever did, and it has everything to say about how we face our own moments of vulnerability.

Reference: Matthew 26:53

Prayer: Father, help my children to remember that the power of heaven is backing them up, so they can choose to work for reconciliation without fear.

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Gentleness isn't weak. It's actually what our world is desperately longing for.

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A World Longing for Gentleness by Nicolet Bell & Christie Thomas

We live in an outrage culture — hot takes, anger, polarization... and sadly, Christians are often seen as part of the problem. But what if we became known for our gentleness instead? 😔➡️🕊️

Jesus didn't grasp at power. He humbled himself. He served. He died. And we are explicitly called to have that same attitude. (Philippians 2!)

And mama — how we respond to our kids today is showing them what Jesus looks like. That's the weight and the beauty of it. 🙏

Reference: Titus 3:2

Prayer: Father, help us to offer your gentleness to a longing world. In a culture full of outrage, help us to live another way, Your way. In Jesus' name, amen.

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Gentleness isn't weakness — it's power under control. 

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A Prayer to Keep our Strength Under Control by Christie Thomas

In today's episode by Christie Thomas, we talk about how Jesus could have entered Jerusalem with a golden horse, an angel army, and a royal parade. Instead, He rode in on a borrowed donkey, surrounded by friends. No fanfare. No flexing. Just quiet, humble strength. That's what true gentleness looks like — not having nothing to prove, but choosing to prove nothing.

Reference: Matthew 21:5

Prayer: Father, I know you are powerful, Jesus. Thank you for keeping your power under control and being gentle with us. Help us to learn to keep our strength under control too. In Jesus' name, amen. Thanks for joining me today.

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What if God's love for you looks less like a distant judge and more like a father crouching down, holding your hands, cheering your first steps?

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A Prayer to Know His Father's Heart by Christie Thomas

Reference: Hosea 11:3

Prayer: Lord, thank You for Your gentle heart of love toward Israel and toward me. Help me see You as a delighted father rather than as an angry dictator. Thank You for holding back Your right to vent the full fury of Your anger for my sake. Help me trust You to ease the yoke of slavery to sin from my jaw and give me food, the Bread of Life. In Jesus’s name, amen.

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When Adam and Eve hid from God in shame, he didn't destroy them. He simply asked: "Where are you?" That's what gentleness actually looks like. Not weakness. Power, held back — on purpose, for our sake.

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A Prayer to Understand His Strength by Christie Thomas

Reference: Job 38:4-5

Prayer: I worship You, God, for You are more powerful than I could ever imagine. You made the earth with a word. You breathed and stars came into being. Help me never to lose sight of the power You hold because it’s only in glimpsing Your power that I truly appreciate how much You hold back for my sake. In Jesus’s name, amen

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A Prayer for Vision of Christ-Like Gentleness by Christie Thomas

Gentleness isn't weakness. It's strength that chooses to hold back. The world says grasp for power. But Jesus — with all of heaven at his fingertips — held it back for us. That's the gospel. And that's what we're unpacking in today's episode by Christie Thomas."Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near."— Philippians 4:5

Reference: Philippians 4:5

Prayer: Lord, I confess that I’ve not always considered gentleness to be a virtue. In this world of grasping, one-upping, and outrage, gentleness seems like a great way to get walked all over. Please give me a vision for Christlike gentleness and the desire to grow in it. Remove my fear of seeming weak and help me to trust that true gentleness is life-changing. In Jesus’s name, amen.

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Redefining Gentleness: A Good Friday Special Episode

Gentleness isn't weakness. It's strength under control. This Good Friday, we're sitting down with author Christie Thomas to talk about what biblical gentleness really looks like — and friend, it looks a lot like Jesus on the cross."Gentleness is holding back our power for the sake of someone else." And Jesus? He is the ultimate gentle answer that turns away wrath.

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A Prayer for Kingdom Creativity by Brit Eaton

What if your creativity isn’t something you have to prove—but something you were born with? In today's episode by Nicolet Bell, we’re diving into the truth of Genesis 1:27 and what it really means to be created in the image of God.

Not just as individuals—but as creators in our everyday lives.If you’ve ever felt like your worth is tied to what you accomplish…If you’ve questioned whether you’re “creative enough”…Or if you’re longing to see the beauty of how God is working through your motherhood…This conversation is for you. Be encouraged as we talk about releasing the pressure to perform and embracing the freedom of being fully known, fully loved, and deeply delighted in by God.

Reference: Genesis 1:27

Prayer: God, thank you for creating us in your image—an image that reflects your beauty, your imagination, and your delight. Thank You for the ways You place creativity inside each one of us and for the unique ways it unfolds in our lives and in the lives of our children. Help us remember that our worth, and theirs, is never found in what we produce or accomplish. Teach us to rest in the deeper truth that we are already fully known, fully loved, and delighted in by you. Amen.

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A Prayer to Know Jesus More by Tara L. Cole 

What does it actually mean to abide in Jesus?Not just in your quiet time — but woven through your whole day. The dishes. The school run. The coffee while everyone's still asleep.In this episode, we're talking about three simple steps to staying connected to Jesus even in the middle of a full, busy life — no extra hour required.If you've ever felt like your faith is more of a checklist than a relationship, this one's for you.

Reference: John 15:4-5

Prayer: Father, we know we need to spend time with you to have the strength and wisdom we need. Please give us a deep desire to know you more. Help us to clearly see how we can stay connected to you daily, even as we’re busy raising a family. In Jesus’ name, Amen. 

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The Power of Submission in Prayer by Nicolet Bell

What does submission actually look like in prayer? 

🌿Jesus showed us in the garden — and it might change the way you pray for your kids forever.
In this week's episode, we're closing out our Final Prayers of Jesus series by looking at Jesus' prayer in Gethsemane and what it teaches us about surrendering our children to God. We talk about:
Nicolet Bell reminds us that letting go is something we have to do over and over again. This episode is for every parent who has ever picked worry back up after putting it down.

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