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FAITH

Looking for encouragement from God’s Word? Here you will find devotionals to refill your faith.

SELF-CARE

Overwhelmed and exhausted? Take care of yourself in a God honouring way without feeling guilty.

SIMPLE LIVING

Too much on your plate? Simplify your life by decluttering your home, your heart, and your calendar.

Christine Wood 22/5/24 Christine Wood 22/5/24

What Does God Expect From Us? Finding Freedom from Expectations

Do you feel weighed down by the pressure of expctations? Do you wonder ‘What does God expect from us?’ These three scriptures help.

Christine Wood 13/6/23 Christine Wood 13/6/23

What Does the Bible Say About Rest?

So, what does God think about rest? Let’s look at some Bible verses about rest and discover God’s heart for those of us who are exhausted by the pressure and pace of our life.

Christine Wood 8/2/23 Christine Wood 8/2/23

10 Bible Verses About Changing Your Mindset

Here are my 10 favourite Bible verses about changing your mindset. When we meditate on the truth of these verses we can overcome the influence of negative thoughts in our lives.

Christine Wood 7/3/22 Christine Wood 7/3/22

How to Pray: When you Have no Words

I believe in the power of prayer, but even then, words can escape me. What do we pray? Here are eight Bible verses we can use to pray the promises of God for a hurting world.

Christine Wood 7/2/22 Christine Wood 7/2/22

Bible Verses to Help with Anxiety

Overwhelmed with anxious thoughts? I understand. I’ve been there many times myself. I find meditating on the truth in scripture helps calm my anxious mind and fill my heart with peace. Here is a selection of Bible verses to help with anxious thoughts.

Christine Wood 15/11/21 Christine Wood 15/11/21

What the Bible says about Contentment

The Bible has a lot to say about our relationship with money and possessions. Here are 8 Bible passages about contentment.

Christine Wood 28/5/21 Christine Wood 28/5/21

15 Encouraging Verses for Hard Days

Bible verses that help us trust in God during difficult times. Find courage and hope in scripture when life is hard.

Christine Wood 16/7/16 Christine Wood 16/7/16

Is God Really Good?

If God is good why is there so much suffering in the world? These scriptures help us understand the brokenness of sin and the goodness of God.

Christine Wood 7/7/16 Christine Wood 7/7/16

What the Bible Says about Self-care

We sometimes forget that self-care is in the Bible. Here are 7 self-care Bible verses that teach us about Christian self-care.