Free Virtual Fitness Classes

Many things led me to bring back FREE Virtual fitness classes. The last two years have been a forced opportunity to rebuild. You may not have noticed but I have changed in so many ways. Two years ago, I received a New Year “Word” from God which is always exciting and new.

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Remembering my “Why”

This blog has been an opportunity for me to share my weight loss journey since 2015. Every year, I would end with a reflection and begin with a hope for the year sharing my “word.” When 2022, came I was reeling from unexpected grief. The loss of a loved one that was so dear to me and part of my everyday life through a traumatic experience. I felt led by the Holy Spirit that my word was “Rebuild”. I was completely ready until I realized what the Lord was trying to tell me. Check out post like “Feeling Stuck” to see where this blog began

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When you rebuild you have to take everything back to the studs. Everything and everyone that I thought was for me was taken away. I will always remember what my husband and I will refer to as “the year of a rebuild”. What had begun as excitement and expectations of something new quickly turned into my leaning on prayer and clinging to God’s Word in everything because that was all I had left.

Being rebuilt by God

Therefore, this is what the Sovereign LORD says: “Look! I am placing a foundation stone in Jerusalem, a firm and tested stone. It is a precious cornerstone that is safe to build on. Whoever believes need never be shaken. Isaiah 28:16

I tried to hold onto the things that I thought were mine which I found were just idols I had set before the Lord. And despite my grips, they were taken away.

Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know that when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be perfect and complete, needing nothing. James 1:2-4

When I got to the end of 2022. I was eager to move on to a New Year. Even though “the calendar doesn’t change the chaos.” I was holding on to hope.

In October of 2022, I felt I had received a new word to guide me into the New Year. “Redemption and Restoration,” and once again I was excited and expectant of the Lord to show up and show off and He surely did. Last year, was unexpected blessing after blessing. God just continued to bring redemption, restoration, and transformative healing into my life.

New Year and New Vision

Here I am, two years later, still here and my faith, trust, and belief in the power of God is like never before. My desire to bring glory and honor to His kingdom is the first thing that is on my mind daily and am realizing that everything that He has done has been to “prepare and position” me for His plan.

This year I felt I forced my word. Until I sat down to write this post I thought my word for the year was “Kardia.” I learned of this word in my personal Bible study. It means “take heart” in Greek or “braveheart” in Middle English. I even found Scriptures but for the last three weeks, I have been awakening by the words, “prepared and positioned” loudly on repeat.

So, I’m not sure. Maybe my word is Kardia or it can be prepared and positioned. Whatever it is, I’m not going to let a word dictate my year. I’m going to be faithfully obedient to God.

Witness through Fitness

Why am I sharing this? Because while I was surviving life. I lost confidence in who I am and I stopped doing what I love to do and that is “Witnessing through fitness”. I miss teaching classes, and moving my body while sharing God’s Word. Whether I am “kardia”, “preparing” or being “positioned”. I am going to do what God has called me to do. Share the gospel through movement.

FREE Virtual Fitness Classes

I want to invite you to two FREE virtual classes I will be offering throughout the winter and spring. I would love for you to join me. Fridays and Saturdays I am offering two different classes. Friday nights at 7:00p ET, I will share what I have called “Integrative movement.” Faithfueled Flow is a power flow class on Integrative Movement. Integrating breath, God’s Word, stretching, core stability, and mobility exercises. Bring your mat and blocks, and let’s flow. No need to register or sign up just click on this link and you’re in. I’ll be there.

Bible & Bootcamps FREE Virtual Classes

If you’re looking for my signature workout Bible & Bootcamps. It’s back! I’ve missed the challenge of a Metabolic Conditioning class of strength, core, and cardio in one God-centered class. Sharing the good news of the gospel to motivate you. Saturday mornings at 8:30a ET. Grab your dumbbells or resistance bands for a 30-minute kick butt, high energy, low impact all fitness level workout to start your day.

It’s been so long that I cannot wait to do what I love to do. I hope you will join me as I overcome the last two years and go back to helping women get stronger and honor their temple. If this resonated with you or the Holy Spirit put someone on your heart to share this post or this link and they can join too.

How to get started working out consistently

Phew! Getting started working out is not as easy as it seems. I remember when I began working out. Something that I never thought I would be able to do but having a sliver of a vision and trusting in God has led me to a beautiful place where I get to inspire others to get up and do something. I remember wanting to lose weight, work out, be a runner, anything to get active but having some interpretation and not knowing where to begin.  I also HATED exercising, so it took a while for me to find my groove, but once I did, I was so grateful for the abilities God had given me.

Not everyone is like me and wants to run it out to the gym.  When I first started, I loathed the idea of going to the gym, and now it’s where I have come to find peace and need to get away in my day. I didn’t wake up one day, become a gym rat, or want to exercise. It took over two years of intentional, consistent effort and is now a part of my daily routine. I remember getting started, so I have seven suggestions for making a “Working Out” part of your daily routine.

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1. Walk and Worship

When in doubt, walk it out. My favorite thing to do is walk and worship. Whether I have a great playlist, amazing sermon, bible study, or just to walk in nature. Spending time strolling (not power walking) and being filled with the Holy Spirit has produced some Hallelujah moments and great revelations.  Try to carve 30 minutes out of your day and enjoy the difference.

2. Change your beliefs

This is one of the hardest things to overcome, but once you change what you believe, you will go in a different direction. There are two questions that I ask my clients that really help them change the direction of their transformation.
“What do you believe your life would look like if you met your goal; walk me through it.”

I have them share with me what they would see, taste, touch, and feel if they met their goal.

“When you reach your goal, what will you do next?”

Our beliefs are the operating system in which our body acts. If you don’t believe you can do anything, you won’t. If you don’t see the direction you’re going, you won’t move in that direction. Asking clients to put themselves in a mental space where they already achieved is a catalyst to guide them in the direction they want to live their lives.

The second question validates the new belief because it is the next step.  Beliefs are hard to change.  Its more than just ask a question and you’re set on course. You have to consistently reiterate the new belief.  Often times you have been believing the same thing for years.  Like the demon-possessed boy in Mark.  In Mark 9:21

Jesus asked the boy’s father, “How long has he been like this?”“From childhood,” he answered. 22 “It has often thrown him into fire or water to kill him. But if you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.” Mark 9:21-22

We have some beliefs that we have held on to childhood. We thought “I can’t…” and we haven’t been able to so why would this be different.  Before we were living by lies but with Scripture, you learn God’s truth, and by continuing to remind yourself of your new belief and then validating it with God’s Word you will change what you believe.

23 “‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” 24 Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” Mark 9:23-24

What if this time, because you’re not doing it as the world would be, you’re doing it differently? Coming to God continually, frequently, putting the Lord in the quiet, empty places instead of filling them with things that don’t serve you. Moving your body out of reverence because the Lord gave you air to breathe and limbs to move, and you get the honor of getting in your body and challenging it to do hard things.

 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2

3. Workout at home

That’s how I started doing different things at home. Creating a routine daily to sweat for 30 minutes, I would get up early, do my devotions, and then work out. Two years later, it is still a habit.  Doing workouts at home is great because it is non-intimidating and convenient. It also leaves you no excuse.FaithFueled life App has workouts you can do in 10,20,30 and 45 minutes from home or gym.

4. Join an Online Fitness Community

If you don’t have a support group physically, the Internet can be a blessing to help you stay accountable.  Do your research when you choose a program! Some great programs can give you a home or gym workout plan and accountability.  FaithFueled Life members have seen lots of success through the fellowship and accountability of my online group training program.

The Lord made us live in a community.  We know because God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit live in a community, a trinity.  We are reminded in God’s Word that we are stronger together than on our own. When it comes to change it makes it easier to do it with other people, but you have to show up for yourself first. A plan and community will help you create a discipline for moving and nourishing your body.

Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up! Again, if two lie together, they keep warm, but how can one keep warm alone? And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken. Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

5. Find a fun Group Fitness Class or Digital Studio

Group fitness is the best. You are working in a community of people trying to be their best selves.  Another benefit is variety, there are so many types of group fitness:
Barre
HIIT
Cardio
Strength
Choreography
Dancing
Water Aerobics
Core
Pilates
Spin
HIIT & FLOW
Yoga

And the list can go on.  By trying a variety of movements, you can find what works for you.  Group fitness looks different now because we have Virtual options and fitness mobile apps that make it possible for everything to access a fitness instructor. I teach Bible & Bootcamps on Saturday mornings. I want everyone to have access to fitness. My programs and app have a fee, but Bible and Bootcamps LIVE on Saturdays at 9:00a ET is always FREE.  Join me LIVE on Saturday or join the FaithFueled Life app for On-Demand Fitness Workouts.

6. Try something that scares you

This year I have been doing things that I wouldn’t have done a few years ago because of anxiety. Even though I was blocking myself, it didn’t stop me from curious about many things.  This year I have decided to try those things and stop thinking about them, so when opportunities presented themselves, I tried something new.  I have learned that trying something new may unlock a passion that leads you to want to do it regularly, and not only would you have started a workout, but you may also enjoy and look forward to doing cool concepts. Fear and faith cannot occupy the same space.

Just because lifting weights is what other people do doesn’t mean that you might have better results and enjoy what you are doing by swimming, fencing, double dutch, or pilates. There are many possibilities and ways to “work out” and exercise; it’s not a size fits. You deserve to live a healthy life, which looks different for everyone. Just as we are “uniquely and wonderfully made,” so is how our temples are honored.

7. Pray

Pray for direction, pray for self-discipline, pray to crave the things that are good for your body. Pray for a desire to treat your temple the way it deserves to be treated.  In FaithFueled Life, we lead you through 7 weeks of daily devotions and prayer to change your mindset and hear from “I HAVE to work to I GET to workout;” In doing so, you are honoring your temple.

The mind is powerful, and making adults do what they don’t want is hard. That is the hardest part of your mental mindset, but when your mental, spiritual, and physical are working together, you can fully honor God and bring Him glory! That is where instruction, guidance, and education help. What makes my program different is I bring God’s Word.

The Lord uses physical things to teach us spiritual principles.  We can walk closer to bearing His image by going to His word in everything we do.  That is where Bible and Bootcamps were born.  I seek truth through God’s Word on how to care for my temple more. The more I grew closer to God and found freedom from idolizing fitness and obsessing or neglecting food.

Whether you start today or in August like I did when I began my journey, I want to invite you to bring God into your attempt, let Him meet you where you are, and take you where He knows you can go.

 “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.” Romans 12:1

Is getting started with a workout program a struggle? What makes it hard?

The reality of Weight Loss: Real Expectations to prepare you for success

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A Quick Solution to Lose Weight

It’s a simple enough question, but with all the fads, trends, and theories it begins to get complicated. If you’re not like me and decided to go and pursue a degree in Fitness and Exercise Science the science aspect of it doesn’t matter to you. You’re looking for an answer to your question, “How do I lose weight?” and you’re are looking for fast, noticeable results, right? Then you should stop reading here because unfortunately unless you’re trying to lose 5 lbs, then you may need to have a little more patience.  I find when you break down the science it comes to three things:

  1. Mentally be ready to change.
  2. Eat Right
  3. Exercise Often and Consistently

The Real Solution to Lose Weight

I also know that it takes longer than 21 days to create a lifestyle change, so I do suggest considering an approach where you’re ready to go through this till the end. Prayerfully, by the “end” of your journey, they will say that she lived a long active, healthy lifestyle.  If you’re looking to go hard for just a few months why waste the effort and energy.  Even when you reach your goal why would you go back to your old habits and lifestyle?  Instead of looking for quick, fast results what if you wanted to do something that you never thought you could do but secretly wanted to do. Like Ballroom dancing. What if you discover that when you take Ballroom classes, you have more energy, less brain fog, better temperament, you have a sense of accomplishment and a new passion for something you thought you never could do.

That’s how you do it! You don’t put your energy and efforts into something that you don’t like to do. Fitness does not only mean treadmills, weights, and sweaty gyms. Fitness can come in the form of so many things, things that you may love. There is also a quote that I saw recently that sticks out in my head anytime I contemplate trying something’s different:

 

Be better than yesterday’s you

Start from where you are and just build on that day to day. You may not be able to do it today, but if you keep at it with no time limit, I guarantee you will. We have got to stop living in this microwave everything needs to happen fast and at this moment. It’s not worth it then. A homecooked takes the time to prepare, but it tastes better, is better for you, and that’s the same with gradual weight loss. If you are going to put a time limit on it, I will give it one-quarter, three months, 12 weeks, or 90 days. However, you want to look at it. If you are not feeling and seeing results after four months, quit. There are some stipulations on quitting to stop you have to had:

  • given in 100% commitment
  • Stuck with the plan with grace-meaning you did mess up and skip out but you made better decisions more than you didn’t
  • Ate right.
  • What if, in four months you do see results? When you look back, it’s going to have been a journey.

Weight Loss is in Phases

The First three weeks you started your journey this is the Puppy Love phase: you were EXCITED! Excited to eat differently and do physical activity and beginning to see some results from your effort.

Then you progress to the Dating Love Phase: It’s still new and exciting but not as much as that initial can’t wait to be with you feeling. You’ve been doing this consistent routine for about 4-6 weeks, and although yes, you did see results, it’s been 4-6 weeks when I’m going to start seeing some real muscle definition.

You’ve progressed to the “I love you, BUT you can get on my nerves” phase: it’s been 6-8 weeks you may have started to see a plateau in change. It’s been quite a commitment at this point, and you’re not just dating anymore. It’s gotten real and may not be as appealing as it once was. This is usually when the gyms start seeing a decline and people start losing focus and start gaining grace. You’re either committed to this relationship at this point, or you are looking to find another soul mate.

The next phase is “You mean a lot more to me than others” This stage you love for it is greater than the flaws, but you’re slacking. You’ve gotten comfortable, and you may let a slice of pizza pass your lips once or twice, or you may just skip your workout today, but you will be back on schedule tomorrow. You may be frustrated; you may be comfortable. Don’t get comfortable you’ve committed yourself to 8-10 weeks at this point, and you may need to try something new or switch up your workout schedule. Try a few new recipes or a new veggie each week. This is where you’re defined Why needs to be your mantra and prayer your guide. This is the day that you need to stay focused the most keep making steps towards a better you and lean on Christ for your strength. Making it through the end of this will lead you to some of the rewards you imagined when contemplating taking this journey.

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If you pushed passed the mundane, overcome the doubt you will bring yourself to the Engagement Phase. Yep, remember when you first go engaged it was different from the Puppy Love phase as you have known this man for a while now (not 10-12 weeks) but you have a passion again because you definitely see results. You have adopted better nutrition, more activity which has improved your energy and sleep. All those things that you had envisioned when you started this journey are coming to pass. You’re starting to see that you will be able to reach your goal if you maintain this new healthy lifestyle.

The Honey Moon Phase, this is the fun part of the journey because thus far it has been prayers, sweat, and tears but you have arrived at the 12-13 week mark, and you have never felt better. You’re more willing to try new things both with nutrition and physical activity. Other people have noticed too, and that is a boost to your self-esteem also. You’re more confident, and you’re operating at a better capacity than you ever had before.

That just leaves the Marriage phase which is the rest of your life. The short easy answer of being mentally ready for change, eat right and exercise often and consistently has been proven and hopefully sunk in and you continue to not only live a healthier life but show others how to do the same.

What steps do you take to live a healthier lifestyle?

2023 Best Holiday Gifts for Fit Friends

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2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Fitness Friends

This 2023 Holiday Gift Guide is for your fit friends. It’s the Holiday Season, and I find gift guides helpful to inspire thoughtful gifts to give to my family and friends. I gathered the BEST equipment, tools, and apparel this year for fitness enthusiasts. These are my fave, and I know your fit friends will love them too. I am an affiliate for many of these products and make a commission, but I am giving you my honest opinion.

2023 Gift for the Outdoor Fitness Friends

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Do you have a friend who is always hiking, biking, rock climbing, or loves being outdoors? TRX Suspension trainer is an excellent gift for so many reasons. It’s great functional training for Outdoor fitness enthusiasts but also travel-friendly. It’s less than 5 lbs, and the On-Go-Trainer fits in a little bag you can take on all your outdoor adventures. You can use code TRX20DE

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2023 Holiday Gift Idea for the Cardio Queen

This is my absolute new favorite thing! I love my CLMBR, and I hate cardio! It has many class options, and I love the classes and playlist. The Instructors bring their mix and flavor. I love Ackeem when I need encouragement and a challenging workout. Christa is always inspirational and has the best playlist. Dahlia is fun, and her Rhythm classes make movement fun and achievable. Tomas is hilarious and has you laughing out loud. He makes you feel like he’s sweating it out with you. No matter the Instructor, you can get an incredible 10-30-minute workout on the CLMBR. I usually choose a 10-minute class to warm up and a 20-minute lesson to wake me up in the afternoons.

Climbing is great because you use both the upper and lower body. The first few climbs are awkward as you figure out how to climb. My tip is to push through the outside of your feet. Keep your upper body at a tilt like a climber and engage your glutes to go through the burn. When I first started climbing, I mostly used my quads which didn’t last long. Once I figured out how to engage my glutes, it helped me make it through endurance rounds.

When I am climbing, it feels more like HIIT, which I love, and less like cardio which I hate. This gift is excellent for someone who loves and hates cardio. If they love it, they will climb to new heights.  You receive badges for your achievements which is a great encouragement and incentive to climb. Adults don’t get gold stars, and it’s nice to be acknowledged for your efforts. Use Code FAITHFUELED to get $250 off your CLMBR

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2023 Holiday Gift Idea for the At-Home Workout Enthusiasts

DE BOLTON USING COBA BOARD

The COBABoard is my favorite piece of equipment. It’s a total gym that is portable, easy to store, and very effective. I prefer the COBABoard because it’s easy to move in and out. You can get the same challenge as breaking out a barbell and plates without all the effort. It allows you to get your workout in and go about your day.

I love using the COBABoard with my clients.   The #COBAboard aligns your feet perfectly. It’s on an incline, so it helps with ankle dorsiflexion so that you can get more range of motion in your hips.

It also allows me to cue them so that they’re pressing their hips towards the back of the board and getting the most out of the range of motion, and the band adds eccentric and concentric resistance.

Meaning you can feel it on the way up and down, controlling it and making it effective. And engaging in all the right muscles, love the COBA board+; it’s a great tool to help you learn your deadlift! Use “FAITHFUELED” for a discount

2023 Holiday Gift Idea for the Recovery Enthusiasts

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The Mobility wall is genius. If you hate the awkwardness of foam rolling on the ground but know the importance of foam rolling, this is for you. This is also great for family members who have difficulty getting on and off the floor or need to increase circulation. That is one of the benefits of foam rolling, and Mobility Wall allows you to foam roll easily. It gives you the added benefit of enabling you to activate foam roll. Check out the Mobility Wall in action, and you can use code FAITHFUELED for a discount.

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Do you make horrible faces when you foam roll? I don’t know if I could function if I didnt but I prefer to foam roll standing up. You can try it too check out @mobilitywall use code “FAITHFUELED” for a discount and start foam rolling daily 😘 #fitmomover40 #fitover40 #over40 #over40club #foamrolling #fittok #tighthips #tighttraps #UnlimitedHPInk

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2023 Holiday Gift Idea for the Fitness Fashionista

I have some really cute merch in my shop! My popular “Bible & Biceps Trucker Hat” comes in a variety of colors and now you can grab a Bible & Biceps Hoodie. We now have “Jireh” Beanies with or without Pom Poms.  The classic “Jireh” snapback comes in both White and Black stitching and many colors.  Shop small and witness while you wear the FaithFueled Life Apparel. A great gift for anyone in your life. 

I also have some apparel for everyone: trucker hats, Snapbacks, and Beanies. Check out my shop.

Holiday Exclusive

Celebrate the birth of Jesus in style with this festive Go Jesus It’s Your Birthday Christmas Sweatshirt. Made from a high-quality blend of cotton and polyester, it’s soft, comfortable and perfect for those chilly winter nights. The classic red and green color scheme and bold ‘Go Jesus It’s Your Birthday’ print make it a great addition to your Christmas wardrobe, and a perfect gift for family and friends. Available in a range of sizes, this sweatshirt is sure to become a holiday season favorite. So why wait? Get your Go Jesus It’s Your Birthday Christmas Sweatshirt today and spread the joy of the holiday season.

2023 Holiday Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Fitness Enthusiasts

Now Foods is where I get my supplements. The main reason is they do so much third-party testing and have such high standards of quality. It’s one less thing I have to think of, and it’s the most affordable supplement and holistic lifestyle supplier I have found. I trust them, and they have everything I need. I was invited to the headquarters a few years ago and learned firsthand about NOW Foods. Check out my post, Immersed at NOW®. 

NOW Foods-carry various products, including Supplements, Beauty & Health, Essential Oils, Natural Foods, Sports Nutrition, and Pet Health. Use Code FAITHFUELED for 20% off any purchase.

Some items that every fitness enthusiast can use no matter what their goals or how they train.

Collagen Jelly Beauty Complex,  Jelly Sticks-Promotes Healthy, Radiant Skin While Reducing Fine Lines and Wrinkles Within 4 Weeks*
Clinically Proven to Reduce Fine Lines and wrinkles*
With Globally Recognized VERISOL® Collagen & Other Clean Ingredients
Unique Jelly Form
Great Taste: Sweet Orange
Travel-Friendly, Convenient Packaging

Essential roll-ons & gift sets

NOW® Essential Oils are analytically tested for identity, purity, and adulteration to assure the highest quality.

No synthetic fragrances or chemicals.

NOW® Essential Oil products are not tested on animals.

**These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

 

2023 Holiday Gift Idea for Fitness Friends

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I hope this was helpful for you in your holiday shopping. I have some recipes and workouts for you in my Holiday Gift Guide. Please give it a flip and click, and I hope you have a great Holiday Season. I added some Holiday recipes, workouts, and treats in the 2023 Holiday Gift Guide for fit friends. You can download your copy here. Thank you for checking out my suggestion for holiday gifts for the fitness enthusiast in your life.

Embracing the Surrendered Life: A Journey of Faith through the Pages of Your Bible

I received this Bible from Bible Gateway to review as Bible Gateway Blogger Grid. Although, this was a gift my opinions are my own. See My Full Disclosure Policy

Our world celebrates self-sufficiency and independence, the concept of living a surrendered life might seem counterintuitive. For those who have experienced the transformative power of surrender to Jesus Christ, it is a path that leads to profound peace, joy, and fulfillment. One key element in this journey is the practice of reading the Bible—a timeless guide that offers wisdom, solace, and guidance on the road to surrender.

The Surrendered Life Defined

Living a surrendered life involves relinquishing control and trusting in a higher power. It is about acknowledging that there is a purpose beyond our understanding and that surrendering to that purpose brings true freedom. This concept is not exclusive to any particular religion, but for many, the Bible serves as a profound source of inspiration and guidance on the journey to surrender.

The Power of Surrender

Surrendering is not a sign of weakness, but rather an acknowledgment of our limitations and a willingness to tap into a greater source of strength. It requires letting go of the need to control every aspect of our lives and trusting that there is a divine plan at work. The Bible is replete with stories of individuals who found strength in surrender, from Abraham offering his son Isaac to Mary saying yes to the angel’s message. These stories serve as powerful reminders that surrender is not a one-time event but a daily, intentional choice. I was gifted the Timeless Truths Bible from Bible Gateway in exchange for my review as a Bible Gateway Blogger Grid. This Timeless Truth Bible is a great encouragement for a surrendered life. Each chapter has devotional notes and commentary from trusted theologians and pastors of the twentieth century.

Finding Wisdom in the Pages of the Bible

The Bible is a treasure trove of wisdom, offering guidance on how to navigate the complexities of life with faith and surrender. Proverbs 3:5-6 encourages believers to “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” This verse encapsulates the essence of living a surrendered life—placing trust in a higher power and allowing that trust to guide our paths.For those enchanted by Replica patek philippe but mindful of their spending, there are watches available at a fraction of the original cost.

The Timeless Truths Bible offers some additional incites on God’s word through key creeds like The Apostles’ Creed, the Nicene Creed, and The Chalcedonian Definition which I was never aware of until checking out the Timeless Truths Bible in my studies. All are written in the NET translation which is the newest translation of the Bible. It is a compilation of all the translations offering the most common words and text from over 60,000 notes and compared to other translations. I recently began looking at the NET translation in my study for clarity. The creeds and confessions are an opportunity to gain knowledge of church history and different denominations’ values and doctrines in history.

The Bible also provides practical advice on surrendering our worries and anxieties. In Matthew 6:25-34, Jesus speaks about the futility of worrying about material needs, urging his followers to “seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” This verse encourages believers to prioritize their relationship with God and trust that their needs will be met when they live in alignment with divine principles.

Daily Surrender: Incorporating Bible Reading into Your Routine

For many, reading the Bible is a central aspect of daily surrender. It serves as a source of strength, guidance, and inspiration. Incorporating Bible reading into your routine can be a transformative practice, helping you start each day with a mindset of surrender.

  1. Morning Devotions: Begin your day by spending time in prayer and reading a passage from the Bible. This sets a positive tone for the day and reinforces the idea of surrendering your plans to a higher purpose.
  2. Scripture Meditation: Take a verse or passage that resonates with you and meditate on it throughout the day. Reflect on how its wisdom can be applied to your life and how it encourages surrender.
  3. Journaling: Keep a journal to record your thoughts, prayers, and insights gained from reading the Bible. This practice not only deepens your understanding of the scriptures but also provides a tangible record of your spiritual journey.
  4. Community Engagement: Joining a Bible study group or a faith community can provide valuable insights and support on your journey of surrender. Sharing experiences and learning from others can strengthen your commitment to a surrendered life.

The Transformative Impact of Surrender

Living a surrendered life is a continuous journey marked by growth, challenges, and transformation. As you immerse yourself in the wisdom of the Bible, you will likely find that surrender becomes a natural response to the uncertainties of life. The Bible serves as a compass, pointing you toward the path of surrender, where true freedom and fulfillment await.

  1. Freedom in Surrender: Contrary to popular belief, surrender does not restrict; it liberates. When we release the need to control every outcome and place our trust in a higher power, we experience a freedom that transcends circumstances. Galatians 5:1 reminds us, “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.”
  2. Joy in Obedience: Surrender often involves obedience to divine principles. In John 15:10-11, Jesus says, “If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” Obedience to God’s commands leads to a deep and abiding joy that surpasses momentary pleasures.
  3. Peace that Transcends Understanding: The peace that comes from surrender is not dependent on external circumstances. Philippians 4:6-7 encourages believers, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” This peace is a gift that surpasses human comprehension and flourishes in a surrendered heart.

Reading your Bible is essential to a surrendered life

The world will often encourage self-reliance and independence, the call to live a surrendered life is a counter-cultural yet profoundly transformative journey. Reading the Bible, a timeless guide filled with wisdom and inspiration provides a solid foundation for this journey. As you delve into its pages, you’ll discover a roadmap for surrender—trusting in a higher power, finding strength in weakness, and experiencing true freedom, joy, and peace. The surrendered life, guided by the teachings of the Bible, is a path that leads to a deeper connection with the divine and a more fulfilling existence.

Finding different kinds of Bibles like the Timeless Truths Bible gives you different insights and perspectives on Biblical truth. You can grab a copy here and also check out the Bible Gateway App Plus for full access to more than 40 Bible study & reference books and an Ad-free experience of the app.

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