Fitness tips and Bible-based encouragement for moms needing peace and simplicity
We’re living. We’re moving. We’re being. And that’s all because God created us to do those things. In the verse prior to this, it says, “he determined the times set for them and the exact places where they should live.” Isn’t that so crazy to even try to comprehend? Never in a … Continue reading Live. Move. Be. – Acts 17:28a
1 Samuel 16:7 Man looks at the outward appearance but the Lord looks at the heart. How many times have we heard the phrase, “Don’t judge a book by its cover?” Here it is. Straight from the Bible. But friends, my sincerest hope is that you consider this verse applicable to your very … Continue reading Where Do You Look? 1 Samuel 16:7
Something about the word “press ”… It’s sort of messing me up. Press-on nails. Do they even make those anymore? Jamberry, you’ve revolutionized the manicure world. Press, as in pressing or ironing clothes. (Do people even do THAT anymore? Ha! One look at some of our clothes, and you’d realize it’s a very … Continue reading I Press On… Philippians 3:14
Anyone growing weary? If you’re participating in the Challenge, the fun and excitement of the first two weeks has possibly worn off, and now you’re faced with the decision of whether you’re really going to follow through. The second half is often the hardest, but the most rewarding as well. Here’s the thing … Continue reading And let us not grow weary… Galatians 6:9
You know how “you’re not supposed to” just open the Bible and see what verse you land on? Well, one overwhelming day, after all the cleaning and cooking and laundry, this sleep-deprived mama did just that out of desperation -- and discovered the best encouragement she probably could have found anywhere else in the … Continue reading Be Strong and Do the Work… 1 Chronicles 28:10
Fear. Has anyone ever had any feelings of fear related to health and exercise? Afraid I won’t be able to handle the workout (aka afraid I might puke in public!) Afraid I won’t succeed in accomplishing my goals. Afraid of others’ comments and opinions. Yep, been there. Fear slithers its way into our … Continue reading Power, Love and Self-Control… 2 Timothy 1:7
Music moves us. It motivates us. Why not let your motion be motivated by some soul-stirring Christian music artists? There's obviously more to it than organs and hymns of course! Studies show listening to music during workouts can help distract you (making you less aware of your own exertion thereby keeping you from stopping short … Continue reading Workout to Christian Music Playlist
Scheduled, pre-planned expectations of workouts. Training plans. Training to improve. To increase strength. To increase speed. To be more successful. Working out for me is so much easier when I'm following some sort of training plan. It's totally that Type-A thing coming out in me again, but I seriously love crossing days off … Continue reading The Ultimate Training Plan
Part 1 of “Can Christians Practice Yoga?” concluded with “Namaste,” a word commonly used at the end of a yoga class. I know many people (myself included) have felt uncomfortable repeating that word, unsure of its meaning. Most simply translated, it means “bow me you.” But that just sounds funny. Basically, it’s saying I bow … Continue reading Can Christians Practice Yoga? Part 2
Did you even know the question - can Christians practice yoga? - was such a controversial topic? When our first FINS group was planning a trip to a yoga class, I was surprised when one mom refused to let her daughter participate because it was against their beliefs. [Before we go any farther, let me … Continue reading Can Christians Practice Yoga?
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