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Are you ready to develop a new level of fight? Stop operating in fear and move to a place of faith. Today, I am thrilled to have Stefanie Gass as my guest on the podcast. In this episode, Stefanie shares practical tips for gaining freedom from enemy attacks and spiritual warfare. We cover the importance of prayer and praise and how God uses both to allow us to give glory to Him. Friend, stay tuned...

Today I'm sharing the story of how I came to write my first book. In sharing my story, I hope to inspire you to get started or carry on in an area of personal development self-care. In this episode, you'll learn the importance of intentions and taking messy action. Keep listening for insight into the first step in book writing and get a sneak peek at the genesis of my second devotional. Sc...

No prescribed morning routine works for everyone. But if your habit is to jump in the shower, throw on some clothes, and rush out the door, it's a setup to become easily distracted throughout the day. Today let's dive into some physical self-care that stimulates the senses to help you get energized and focused. Then, even when there’s no time to enjoy the extra snooze mode, you can incorpo...

Have you ever felt tired and overwhelmed? Do you ever wonder how you will get it all done? If you're feeling tested, know that God is proving that you can excel in all aspects of your multifaceted life, even on the most hectic days. Today I want to help you lean into spiritual self-care, and then I'll give you some practical steps to push through even in times of overwhelm. Scriptures refe...

Do you view your emotions as a problem to be solved? Due to life circumstances and sometimes even the church community, it's common to feel like emotions are something to be tamed or pushed aside. But what if I told you that emotions are a good and valuable gift from God, waiting to be embraced and understood? This episode features my conversation with Mukkove Johnson of the Kingdom Mothers Ri...

No matter where you are on the scale of giving, whether it’s an afterthought, a sometime occurrence or a way of life, creating a vision for giving will help you level up in that area of financial self-care.  Scriptures referenced in this episode: Habakkuk 2:2-3 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 *Relevant Links ( Some links mentioned in the show and shown here may be paid or  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠affiliate links⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . When...

Take the biblical self-care quiz :  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.faithfoodfellowship.com/quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Nobody will deny that life is tough sometimes. The Bible says that, in this life, we will have tribulations and temptations. Yet the Bible also says these are light afflictions and common to man. Because they are common to man, someone has been where you are now, and you can utilize social self-care to help you...

Take the  ⁠⁠⁠⁠biblical self-care quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! The title of this episode is Caring for Your Physical Body With Disciplined Upkeep and Diligent Restraint. Does that sound hard and overwhelming? Do you feel like you’ve been trying and failing, and now you want to throw in the towel or at least put it off until later? Friend, the good news is that God has already empowered you for success, and tiny twea...

Have you ever wondered why God allows opposition to arise in your life? Why do you experience resistance in fulfilling the plan God has for you? The Bible tells us that Satan is a lying tempter. God wants to prosper you and give you a good life, but the devil wants to prevent that. The enemy wants to try and fool you into thinking that your dream will not come to pass. Don't be fooled; believe...

Take the  ⁠⁠⁠⁠biblical self-care quiz⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! Are you ready to share the love of God by building a house full of love? Let's pray over your home together. Let's give thanks to God for the roof over your head and the ability to share His love by putting love into action with everything you do under that roof. In this episode I’ll help you indulge in some home environment self-care by praying...

Take the  ⁠⁠biblical self-care quiz⁠⁠ ! What if I told you that a simple routine of reflection and mindfulness could improve your financial well-being? As you go about your daily life, it's easy to fall into the trap of spending money without thinking. You swipe your card or tap your phone without a second thought, and before you know it, you've spent more than you intended. The solution i...

Take the  ⁠biblical self-care quiz⁠ ! Are you in a rut? Are you doing things the way you always do because you haven't considered any other way? Today I challenge you to open your mind and try new things. Become aware of your habit patterns and ponder what would happen if your current method isn't the best or at least not the only way. Question your assumptions about yourself and your life...

Take the biblical self quiz ! Do you ever feel fear's grip? Do you sometimes second-guess yourself and your gifts? In this episode, we'll discuss how to conquer anxiety and self-doubt by practicing time-tested, God-given mental self-care strategies. We'll explore methods for freeing you from fear to get you moving forward into what He wants you to do. Relevant Links: Some of the links...

Flights, hotel rooms, sunshine… Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer when there can be so many gatherings, outdoor activities, and extra time spent with family and friends. It can be a fun time of year, but it can also be exhausting. Finding harmony between relationship maintenance and maintaining your energy levels and vitality can feel like a challenging task - an impossible task! I...

Are you tired of lackluster skin? Do you want to achieve a healthy, glowing complexion? It's time to take a closer look at your skincare routine and consider any changes that can help you achieve your glowing skin goal. As Christians, we are called to be good stewards of our bodies, which are temples of the Holy Spirit. Caring for your skin is one way you can honor God and take care of yoursel...

Sleepless nights, stress, and anxiety are a reality for many parents. Father God offers relief when you take your concerns to Him in prayer. Yet praying for your children can seem complicated. Other times, you struggle to find the time to pray in the first place. In this episode, featuring a conversation with Karen McMullin, you'll gain spiritual and social self-care insight as you learn how t...

Are you in the process of working toward a big goal and finding yourself far from the beginning yet don't see the finish line insight? Maybe the path has become tedious, and you're finding it challenging to stay motivated and on track toward achieving your dream. Perhaps you feel like giving up. Friend, don't let those feelings take over. In today's episode, we'll explore how t...

Have you ever wished you could infuse your home with more character? Something that reflects who you are on the inside, just as much as your everyday personality. With so many daily responsibilities and time constraints, it's easy to settle for the status quo. Yet, it doesn't take much to bring excitement into your home. Give yourself permission to create joy and add some whimsy to your dw...

Are you struggling to manage your finances and feel like you're not honoring God with your money? Maybe your finances are in order, but you wonder if there is a better way to use your money in honor of the King. With just a few simple changes, you can become a better steward of your finances. In this episode, I’ll share practical financial self-care you can implement today to manage your money...

Are you seeing your goals slip away because you can’t balance what needs to get done today with your dreams of tomorrow? Perhaps you're allowing your dreams to fade away because you can't find the time to take the steps to make them happen. Or maybe you're living life feeling like you could be doing more with your day, but you're too busy to figure out an action plan. Friend, this...

Too many demands, not enough time and energy left over to do what you really want? Are you feeling stressed and sluggish? You can leverage the sense of smell to improve your mood and productivity. The part of your body that allows you to smell, your olfactory bulb, is part of your limbic system or the most primitive part of your brain. That is the part of your brain responsible for your fight or f...

Did you know you can speak life or death to yourself, depending on what you tell yourself? Self-talk is your internal dialogue, or what you say in your head about yourself. Friend, be careful your words aren't killing you or the plans you and God have for your life! In this episode, we’ll cover some spiritual and personal development self-care techniques to learn how to effectively use the Wor...

Are you looking for ways to reduce stress? Why not spend some extra time a day in prayer? Why not deepen your relationship with Father God as much as possible? Prayer is spiritual self-care that is proven to reduce anxiety and increase peace. Prayer will make all the difference in your relationships, family, marriage, career, athletic performance, or whatever else keeps you busy in your multifacet...

Do you want to dream bigger and live more creatively this spring but need some help? Getting started with your personal development self-care can feel like a big task. Friend, you’re in luck. Today’s episode covers an easy and fun way to invite Father God to help you explore your passions and then use them to move forward with personal development. Grab a notebook and pen. I'll give you some q...

Has your spouse or child ever surprised you with a guest? Has your friend ever happened to stop by unannounced? When these events happen, it may be not only challenging but irritating. However, it should not be a negative experience; it can be an opportunity to spread joy, keep relationships alive and share the love of God. In this episode, I’ll share tips to help you up your game when it comes to...