The Rest + Full Project Podcast with Christen Price + Megan Henderson

If you are ever feeling empty, mundane, or stuck in the season you are in, know that you are not alone sweet friend. Today's key verse is simple but powerful, "The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps (Proverbs 16:9)." This verse is a gentle reminder for us to submit ourselves to God's will but we also have a choice to make daily with our actions, words, habits, and routines. We are reminded today of the truth that we learned last week - our prayers will help us discern our purpose so we can follow His plans for how to lead our lives well!

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This week, we are looking at how the word empty means "lacking meaning or sincerity." In this week's devotional, Megan focuses on social media and how now is the time to take a radical step back or step away from an article that will leave us feeling less than or discouraged. We know many of you are currently in a digital detox and it can be hard to fight the need to scroll. We encourage you to fill that time instead by going on a walk, listening to a great audiobook, or taking a few moments to explore your key verse scripture for the week!

Join us in our online study of Lent here. 

Welcome to the first Sunday of Lent! In today's podcast, we look closer at our key verse, 1 Peter 1:13: "Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ." We encourage you to think this week about what it means to "prepare our minds for action" as we move forward this week. How can we switch our mindset and empty our thoughts at the foot of the cross?

If you'd like to join us inside our online community for Lent, it's not too late! We are just getting started and would LOVE to have you! To get started, follow this link. 

Friends, you are NOT going to want to miss today's interview with Spiritual Director, Amy Brady.

This episode COMPLETELY blew me away! Amy shares such wisdom about the importance of Lent; how it's not so much about your own self-discipline but rather about releasing control over all.the.things and drawing near to Jesus. This interview is a great listen as you prepare your heart for Ash Wednesday and to really think about what you want to "give up" or "take on" this Lenten season. Amy's advice about the posture of our hearts is truly profound and I enjoyed listening to her viewpoint about God's character and love for us.

To connect more with Amy please visit:

IG: @amy_is_evergreen

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Book a Spiritual Direction appointment here

Join Our Online Bible Study this Lent here! Use code LENTLAUNCHDAY to receive 20% off!

We are so excited to begin our Lent Series with an introduction of our friend Baylor Knott. Baylor is a Bible teacher and mom to three (one biological, two adopted!) and shares words of encouragement at Everything Beautiful Ministries. This Lent, Baylor is partnering with The RestFull Project and is leading our online Bible study weekly teachings based around our guided devotional, Empty. Each week, Baylor is teaching a lesson from our key verse and is providing us with practical application questions to go deeper in our study. 

Connect with Baylor online at:

Everything Beautiful Ministries

Instagram: @baylorknott

Join Our Online Bible Study this Lent here! Use code LENTLAUNCHDAY to receive 20% off! 

Lent. Maybe you already know quite a bit about this liturgical practice, or maybe you have no idea where to begin. Lent can mean different things to different people- no chocolate, no TV, more time praying, more church — or it can mean absolutely nothing. We are so excited to explore this deeply meaningful season with you- we intend to help you grow during this season right alongside you!

A quick history of what Lent is — Lent is the 40 days (minus Sundays!) before Easter. Lent commemorates the 40 days Jesus spent in the desert fasting before beginning His public ministry. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Saturday (the day before Easter). There are three components to Lent — almsgiving, fasting, and prayer.

Lent is meant to be a time of reflection and solitude—many churches do not allow weddings and other celebrations in their sanctuaries and campuses during Lent. The whole purpose is not to deny oneself of something yearned for, but to prepare one’s heart for the coming of the Messiah, reflection and repentance of sins, and diving daily into the Word to grow closer to His Heart.

If you are overwhelmed by the thought of practicing Lent for the first time or still are not sure about your Lenten practice, do not fret. Take it one step at a time, and start small. Maybe pick one of the three Lenten practices to observe this year, and build upon your practice next year. Do what you are comfortable with, but more importantly, do what you feel Christ is leading you to do. The journey of Lent is about deepening our spiritual practice and drawing closer to Him, not checklists or to do’s.

We are excited for you, sister. We’ve already been praying for you along this journey. We know the Lord is going to speak to you during this season, and we can’t wait to hear about it.

Solus Christus-

Megan and Christen

I am so excited for you guys to listen to today's interview with Valerie Thompson. She is full of encouragement for busy moms and gives easy, practical advice for self-care in the midst of taking care of our families.

Valerie's 3 Steps Summary:

- Breathwork

- Journaling

- Meditation

Take some time to watch my interview with Valerie. She will also be joining us at our Nubbintown Lodge Rest Retreat to teach breathwork and yoga. Join us with your podcast-only code VALTHOMP20 and receive 20% off!

About Valerie:

Valerie Thompson is a certified health coach who works with women who are seeking guidance to lose weight and create behavior changes that last. As a mother, she understands the pressure of raising children and the stress that can bring. She teaches scientifically proven strategies to help women be able to choose what is best for them, boost confidence, stress less, work through feelings of overwhelmed and over scheduled while focusing on her clients health.

Valerie received her training through Integrative Nutrition as well as The Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. Is certified in yoga, medication and breath work. In her spare time she enjoys spending time in the yard, playing with her dog Buster, yoga, & pilates. As well as spending time with friends and family. She recently was certified in scuba diving and loves the outdoors.

Valerie graduated The University of North Alabama as a Public Relations major and prior to children worked as a buyer for the retail chain Parisian in Birmingham. Once having children, and moving to Dothan. She enjoyed staying home with her boys for Will and Luke now 22, and 20 who are both at Auburn. Will will be graduating in May in animal sciences and hopes to continue on to vet school in the fall. Luke is a sophomore studying biomedical sciences.

Find Valerie online here:

Instagram: @valhealthcoach

Website: www.valerieshealthandwellness.com

The new year is almost upon us. While this week can be a time of both reflection and goal setting, we want to encourage you to seek REST. Slow down. Have a moment of silence. Don't try to start your to-do list quite yet. In today's episode, we walk you through our Ready for a Reset Worksheet (download it for free on our website) and we also share Valerie Thompson's interview about the importance of journaling, meditation, and breathwork. Allow this final week of the year to be a time of recovery and reset your heart, mind, and soul so you can start the new year fresh and ready. 

If you haven't signed up for our New Year's Reset Session yet, visit our website today to reserve your spot! It will be on January 7 from 9-12 pm in Dothan, Al. Valerie will lead us in a mindset and movement activity to help us reset ourselves for the upcoming year!