In this part 2 episode, I am concluding our dive into the book of Mark, where Jesus gives us the Greatest Command of loving God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Specifically speaking to the mind and our strength, we will explore how God can redeem our negative thoughts, restore our imaginations to glorify Him, and what it looks like to commit every gift and talent we've been given as an act of love and worship to the Lord. Queue up part 1 if you haven't tuned into that episode yet!

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Have you ever felt like you're drowning in your circumstances, wondering if God's promises are just beautiful words that don't apply to your situation?

In this episode, Rachel shares how a recent memorial service reminded her of the profound truth found in Isaiah 43:2—that when we pass through deep waters, God promises we will pass through, not get swept away.

Drawing from both heartbreaking loss and incredible answered prayer, Rachel explores how writing out God's promises transforms our prayer life from wishful thinking to confident declaration.

What You'll Learn:

• How to hold onto God's promises when you feel like you're drowning emotionally
• Why writing out Scripture in prayer slows you down to really hear God's heart
• The difference between praying toward God's promises versus praying from them
• How your testimony of passing through deep waters becomes hope for others still in the storm

Whether you're facing health challenges, financial struggles, relationship difficulties, or any season that feels overwhelming, this episode will anchor your soul in the truth that deep waters don't last forever—and you're not walking through them alone.

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A Prayer for Comfort As I Anticipate the Next Season

Have you ever sat in the bittersweet moments of parenting—when children begin to step into independence, and the reality of them slowly leaving home starts to set in?It’s in these tender seasons of grief and transition that God reminds us He is the God of all comfort, walking with us through each change.

Reference: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Prayer: Father, you are the Father of mercies and comfort. Thank you for allowing me the freedom to grieve and for promising that you are there to comfort and uphold me.  I need your strength and comfort as my children get older, more independent, and eventually leave home.  I want to glorify you in this transition, even though it is one of the hardest life changes.  Please use me in the lives of others who might be going through a similar season. Help me to comfort others in the same way you have comforted me. Amen. 

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We women are notorious for helping meet other people’s needs, but not so great in knowing what to do with our own needs. But what if acknowledging our needs wasn’t a weakness but a doorway to God’s strength?

In this episode, we dive into the story of the paralytic from Mark 2 and discover how faith, community, and vulnerability can transform our lives. Together, we’ll unpack what it means to bring our needs—emotional, relational, and spiritual—before Jesus. We discuss the difference between presenting needs and real needs and why Jesus sometimes doesn’t fix the thing we desperately ask him to fix. You’ll learn to delve into the need behind the need.

We’ll also redefine “paralysis,” exploring the unseen barriers that hold us back. 

Whether you’re the one in need or the friend carrying someone to Jesus, you’ll be encouraged to persist in faith, break through barriers, and embrace the life oonly Christ offers.

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¿Crees que Satanás está gobernando desde el infierno? La Biblia enseña que no. Job lo vio deambulando, Pedro lo describió como león rugiente. Eso explica las pruebas, tentaciones y luchas diarias.  Sin embargo, Dios nunca ha abandonado a Sus hijos.

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When life feels overwhelming and your heart is troubled, Psalm 4:8 reminds us of God’s promise: “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.” In this devotional, Alexis A. Goring shares a personal story of how God used the song “I Will Rest in You” by Jaci Velasquez to bring peace in the middle of anxiety. Through Scripture, prayer, and resting in God’s presence, we are reminded that we can lay our burdens down and trust that He never abandons us.

✨ Highlights

• God never leaves us — He promises to be with us always (Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 28:20)

• Honesty in prayer matters — God invites us to bring our deepest pain and struggles to Him (Psalm 62:8, Hebrews 4:13)

• God is our safe place — No matter how uncertain life feels, His presence offers protection and peace (Romans 8:35-39)

• Resting in Him — By casting our cares on God (1 Peter 5:7), we can release our anxiety and sleep in peace, knowing He never sleeps (Psalm 121:4)

• Practical encouragement — Share your heart with God, meditate on His promises, and trust Him to handle what you cannot

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Rest in God

By: Alexis A. Goring

“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.”

— Psalm 4:8 NLTOne night as I was preparing to go to bed, my mind was too troubled to sleep. 

So, I turned to prayer. I asked God to remind me how real He is and within seconds of that prayer request spoken directly to God, He brought a song to my mind with lyrics I hadn’t listened to in years. “I Will Rest in You” sung by Jaci Velasquez ministered to me and gave me great hope.

The song lyrics begin by painting the

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Psalm 33 isn’t just a hymn of praise—it’s a prophetic anthem that points us to God as Creator, Preserver, and the only true source of hope in times of uncertainty. While nations may rise and fall and human strength may falter, this psalm boldly declares that it is the Lord alone who speaks creation into being, sustains life, and offers deliverance to His people. It’s a timeless reminder that our trust isn’t in armies, leaders, or worldly power—it’s in the unshakable God who sees every heart and rules with justice and love.

Spend 16 minutes with us in prayer and scripture as we reflect on Psalm 33 and give glory to the God who reigns over all creation.

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Each believer has been uniquely equipped by God with spiritual gifts meant to build up the body of Christ. In Romans 12:5-8, Paul emphasizes that every gift matters equally—whether serving, teaching, encouraging, or leading. Our call is not to compare but to faithfully use what God has entrusted to us.

In today's prayer and devotional, Laura Bailey reminds us that awakening our spiritual gifts often begins with noticing the needs around us and asking the Holy Spirit to empower us to respond. When we live this way, we reveal Christ’s love, glorify God, and experience the joy of serving in unity with others.

Even children can learn this truth. As Laura shared with her daughters, embracing each other’s strengths helps us see the beauty of God’s design for the body of Christ. Our gifts were never meant to be hidden; they are meant to be shared.

Today's Bible Reading:

"So in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others. We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.” – Romans 12:5-8, NIV

Key Takeaways

• Every believer has spiritual gifts given by God’s grace for the benefit of the whole body.

• No gift is more valuable than another—each has purpose in God’s design.

• The Holy Spirit equips us for needs in the moment, sometimes beyond our natural strengths.

• Serving with our gifts is an act of worship, pointing others to Jesus.

Let’s Pray

Heavenly Father, thank You for creating us uniquely and entrusting us with spiritual gifts. Help us embrace these gifts with joy and diligence, using them to serve others and glorify You. Forgive us for comparing or criticizing instead of celebrating how You’ve made each of us. Lead us to action, working in unity with others, so that the world may see Your love on display. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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