This post is sponsored by @tnzgift and includes a gifted copy of the book. While this resource was kindly provided to me, all opinions, reflections, and experiences shared here are entirely my own. I only share books and resources I genuinely read, enjoy, and believe can be a blessing and encouragement to you as well.
Prayer In Motion
An Invitation to be fully present, connect with god, and pray with your whole self
I’m a girl who values faith and wellness, and the beautiful intersection of the two, so that I may stand before God whole in body, soul, and spirit.
Being an avid reader and student of the Word, I’m always looking for resources that will strengthen me in my spiritual disciplines. When I learned about Prayer in Motion by Jennifer Tucker, I knew I needed to read it. This book is a gentle invitation to experience prayer in a fresh, embodied way—where movement becomes worship, and your physical self is embraced as an integral part of your spiritual journey.
Prayer in Motion has become a lovely part of my mornings. I read a section at a time, which takes me about 5 minutes each day. I also love that you can skip around—it makes the book easy to enjoy and digest at your own pace. The illustrations by Jennifer Tucker are beautiful and truly bring the content to life.
Some features of this book include:
Helpful guides for creating daily prayer rhythms that keep you anchored to God as you move through your day
An embodied look at how your body processes stress and the ways movement can be a conduit to hope and healing
An introduction to somatic practices, including the purposes and benefits of such practices
Guided embodied prayers that gently lead you to move your body as you turn your heart toward God
Practical tools, including grounding techniques, movement activities, and connection practices, that can help ease stress and promote rest and restoration
The idea of prayer in motion is a way for us to stay fully present with God as we continually pray throughout our days and walk in a lane of rest. God made us body, soul, and spirit—and I’m finding how important it is that we leave none of ourselves behind before the Lord.
It’s so powerful to know we can come before Him with our whole selves, unashamed. Offering our bodies as a living sacrifice, our minds fully submitted to God, and our hearts open for renewal and direction from our Father.
I look forward to continuing my journey through Prayer in Motion each morning—and I think you will too.
Prayer in Motion makes a thoughtful gift for Mother’s Day and any occasion. Click here to learn more and purchase your copy.
I received this product in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.
This post is sponsored by www.rebuildyourtemplegodsway.com and includes a gifted copy of the book. While this resource was kindly provided to me, all opinions, reflections, and experiences shared here are entirely my own. I only share books and resources I genuinely read, enjoy, and believe can be a blessing and encouragement to you as well.
Rebuild Your Temple God’s Way®
A 30-Day journey to holistic health & Wellness
Body, soul, and spirit care are easily neglected when life is overwhelming, exhausting, and strained. I’ve seen firsthand how they suffer.
As a woman living with bipolar disorder for over 15 years, I’ve gone through phases of poor physical health, mental health, and a strained relationship with God. While that may sound overwhelming, I’ve found that when I trust the process of recovery and lean on my Savior, these three pillars of my being begin to suffer less.
Perhaps you can relate: Have you found yourself facing a trial or a chronic illness that has left you completely depleted? If so, let me share something that could be valuable. In my own experience, I recently found encouragement in a devotional and Bible study guide that has blessed me in ways I wish I had experienced years ago.
After years of mental health challenges, I have entered a season of intentional pursuit: reclaiming my physical health, maintaining my mental health recovery, and growing deeper in my relationship with God. In this season, I had the chance to review the Rebuild Your Temple God’s Way® Devotional and Bible Study Workbook. I sensed immediately that God placed this in my hands at the right time.
This quote from the author sticks with me:
“My journey mirrored the Holy Temple in Jerusalem, devastated and rebuilt more than once.” — Stephanie L. Franklin-Suber.
Wow, me too.
My life has been devastated by mental illness, but God—in his infinite love—has rebuilt me as I trust the process of healing and continue my journey. I am confident he’ll keep rebuilding me, no matter the circumstance, as long as I remain obedient. Remembering this brings me perfect peace.
Sister, maybe you know that feeling of striving but still running on empty.
Well, as long as you have breath in your body, it’s never too late. We serve a restorative God!
Now that you understand how this resource came into my life, I want to share the impact it has had on my daily routine. This 30-day journey in the Rebuild Your Temple God’s Way® resources has been such a refreshing start to my day.
The devotional gives me space to meditate on scripture, reflect, pray, journal, speak affirmations rooted in God’s Word, and receive a daily health coaching tip. And can you believe I get this done in about 5 -10 minutes a day? The study workbook goes even deeper, helping me study, discover, and actually put my faith into action. I sometimes prefer to do the study later in the day, but my favorite way to include it is after my devotional because it builds on that and helps me grow.
This devotional and discipleship system by Stephanie L. Franklin-Suber—a certified Christian health coach and award-winning author with lived experience in God’s miraculous power to heal—guides you to wholeness through a biblical framework:
Restore Your Body. Renew Your Soul. Realign Your Spirit.™
So, if you’ve been waiting for a holistic, Christian approach to include in your Bible time, I encourage you to check out this resource here.
Because you are in the land of the living, God still has work for you to do in the earth. I encourage you to work toward optimum body, soul, and spirit care so that you and people like us can fulfill His will here on earth in great excellence.
God will be pleased by us, and our body, soul, and spirit will thank us.
I received this product in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.
This post is sponsored by @zonderkidz and @adventurebible and includes a gifted copy of the book. While this resource was kindly provided to me, all opinions, reflections, and experiences shared here are entirely my own. I only share books and resources I genuinely read, enjoy, and believe can be a blessing and encouragement to you as well.
Kid’s Adventure Bible & Daily Devotional
NIV Bible Translation
A Bible for Kids
I truly believe that a child who experiences and takes to the Bible well depends on how the Word is presented. Children often enjoy books with illustrations that bring the story to life. Articles, fun facts, maps, activities, and character profiles enrich a child’s time spent reading. I recently received the Kid’s Adventure Bible & Daily Devotional in exchange for my honest review. When I received these resources, I was immediately taken in by the creative and colorful presentation. As I flipped through the Bible, I was pleased to see all the features, which included the articles and activities I mentioned. I immediately knew why this kid’s Bible is a #1 bestseller in full-text Bibles for kids. It isn’t simply black and white. It has many moments that personally pique my interest as I flip through. The Adventure Bible is used by more churches, schools, and homes than any other Bible for kids. It is definitely accessible and fun, taking children on a journey through God’s Word. Interesting biblical people, places, and events are just a few of the things readers of the Kid’s Adventure Bible learn. Also, I cannot forget that it opens the door to learning about God’s love.
A companion daily devotional
Now, daily devotionals deliberately position us to meditate on an area of scripture each day. Many adults, let alone children, have busy schedules. The Kid’s Adventure Bible Daily Devotionalis one I find perfect for young people who want to make time for the Word, whether alone, during Sunday school, before school, or in the evening with family. Each devotional includes a Bible verse, perfect for opening the Bible and reading the entire chapter, or for reading before and after the verse for a deeper, Holy Spirit-led study. With this resource, kids enjoy 365 undated devotionals tackling topics faced every day, like self-esteem, courage, friendship, and more. Each daily devotional is one page and includes a Scripture verse, thoughtful reflection, and practical takeaway.
After having some time to test these resources, I can confidently recommend each of them for helping kids learn about the Bible, connect with God, grow in their faith, and take action as young soldiers for Christ. I believe they would work magnificently together, but either one can be used just as well.
As you enjoy this Lenten season and soon prepare for Resurrection Sunday, consider the Kids’ Adventure resources for your little ones’ Easter baskets.
Let’s go deeper!
I’d love to hear from you in the comments! If you’re curious about anything I mentioned in this review or want to know more about the Kid’s Aventure Resources before deciding to purchase, please drop your questions below, and I’ll gladly reply.
If this Bible and Daily Devotional feel like something your kids will cherish and use regularly to grow in Christ, you can purchase your copies here.
Thank you for reading, and I’ll see you in my next Christian resource review.
Recently, I’ve been reading the Bible chronologically, and it has been an informative experience. But I knew I wanted one of the Bibles I use during this process to be a Bible that would not only make the Word come alive in a fresh way, but also help me slow down and reflect as I read.
When The Message Women’s Devotional Bible came into my hands from NavPress, published in alliance with Tyndale House Publishers, I felt it was perfect for this journey.
Why I’m Loving It
I’ve always appreciated The Message translation for the way it captures Scripture in a clear, everyday way. It’s easy to read but still deeply meaningful, making me pause and think about how the passage reveals the character of God and His story.
But what makes this edition so special is that it’s written by women, for women, and that focus comes through this entire Bible. The devotionals speak directly to the heart, the stories of women in Scripture are highlighted beautifully, and there’s an intentional care for the unique challenges and joys we experience as women of faith.
Also, I can’t forget to mention something I love most: the cover. It’s a warm terracotta with a soft, leather-like feel that makes it both beautiful and polished. It’s the kind of Bible you want to pick up, hold, and open regularly.
Inside you’ll find:
320 topical devotions written by women from all walks of life
Thoughtful introductions to each section of the Bible that highlight women’s needs and perspectives
Profiles of important figures in Scripture
Space and sensitivity for women to engage with difficult Bible passages
A beautiful terracotta, leather-look cover that makes this Bible feel timeless and special
How This Bible Helps With Bible Reading
Reading the Bible chronologically means I’m covering a lot of ground, and sometimes I can be tempted to just “get through” the day’s reading. But having these devotionals and profiles woven right into the text helps to slow down, reflect, and see Scripture through a lens that’s both personal and relatable.
There’s something exciting about seeing the stories of women (named and unnamed) woven into God’s big story. It’s a reminder that He sees us, values us, and calls us into His work just as much today as He did then.
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a Bible that will encourage your heart, speak into your everyday life, and give you fresh insight as you read, I can’t recommend The Message Women’s Devotional Bible enough. The combination of The Message’s approachable translation, the devotionals written for women, the profiles of important figures in Scripture, and the beautiful terracotta leather-look cover makes it a joy to read and a treasure to keep.
As I continue reading through Scripture for the remainder of this year and into the next, I know this Bible will be by my side, reminding me that God’s Word is alive, personal, and meant for me and for you.
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In today’s post, I thought that it would be fun to share my powerful, quiet time with God routine and my favorite books.
First, I must share why daily quiet time with God is so important. It’s a necessity to fuel ourselves spiritually because it helps us to maintain strong faith. I do my best to pray, worship, and study the Word of God every day. I have found that when I neglect my time with God, my faith wavers, and doubt begins to bombard my mind.
Daily quiet time with God can be in different ways. Let’s dive into my routine. I hope it will give you some inspiration.
Worship
The first part of my routine is worship.
I have a plethora of Christian music that I have collected on Spotify. I like to utilize my Daily Mixes on the platform. I push play, sing along, meditate on the words and open my mouth in adoration to God.
If you need some song recommendations, I’ve included some of my favorite songs on a “God’s Girl” playlist I created just for the Her Faith Walk community. Please feel free to add this playlist to your account.
Powerful Quiet Time Prayers
Once I’ve spent some time in worship, I begin to pray. The way I pray depends on how I feel that day.
I love to prayer journal. The best way I can describe this is by writing a letter to God. I generally journal my prayers when I have a lot on my heart that I feel needs to be poured out on paper. Praying in this way also allows me to review my prayers over time.
I also enjoy praying out loud as I worship. I most often pray out loud when I am deep in spiritual warfare. There’s just something powerful about speaking out loud when I use my spiritual weapons in prayer. Believe it or not, when I’m dealing with bad anxiety and depression, crying out loud to God and declaring my healing by faith strengthens me.
Now sometimes, I feel more comfortable praying silently. I generally do this when there is something on my heart that I strictly want to be for God’s ears only.
I felt that I should address prayer length. I pray for as long as the spirit leads me. I conclude what I have to say and, I often sit in silence. This is my way of quieting myself so that I can hear from God. I also continue to pray throughout the day and before bed. I encourage you to not focus on the length of your prayers but to focus on opening yourself up to God and having a conversation with Him.
Lastly, I have a special freebie for you if you could use some help organizing your prayer list and keeping it manageable. I’m sharing my personal prayer list template with you and, it’s customizable! Grab yours at the bottom of the homepage and enjoy!
Read & Study The Bible
I save my reading and study time for the end of my quiet time. I use different resources to assist me in my Bible study time. Afterward, I always sit quietly before God for a few minutes to hear from Him and reflect.
I have staples that I use daily such as, The Bible App/Bible.com, a paper Bible, a commentary, a notebook for note-taking, pens, highlighters, and occasionally I have my concordance on hand.
My heart is always sensitive to pay attention to what God may have for me to study each day. When I feel like I need some structure, I often utilize the plans on The Bible App/Bible.com. I enjoy the studies on this platform because they include a theme to study, one, a couple, or sometimes several scriptures and supplementary readings written by the author of the study.
Here is a list of a few studies I have completed that were very beneficial to my spiritual growth.
I also like to look up passages that speak to specific topics that are on my heart. For instance, one month, I wanted to focus on wisdom, so I dove into the book of Proverbs. It was amazing to read and study each day.
Lastly, sometimes I enjoy a devotional or Christian book with scripture infused into the text. I love using these tools when I may not have much energy to do an in-depth study. Other times if I do a morning study, I will use a devotional or book to close my night before bedtime.
Click here to visit my tools page, where I share my favorite Bibles, devotionals, and books.
In Conclusion
I hope that you enjoyed this overview of my powerful, quiet time with God routine.
I want to encourage you to take these ideas and design your very own system. I’m praying that you find a routine that works for you and benefits your spiritual growth.
What are your thoughts? What may you include in your daily get together with God?
Let’s chat in the comments!
Continue to press on in building your relationship with God,
Before you go, do you need prayer? If you feel led to, submit your prayer request here.
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