Pray Without Ceasing

What 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Teaches Christian Women About a Life of Prayer

Have you ever wondered what Paul meant when he wrote:

“Pray without ceasing.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:17 (KJV)

At first glance, it can feel overwhelming.
How can I possibly pray all the time?
Do I need to quit my job, leave my family, and live in a prayer closet?

Thankfully, God’s heart for us is not religious striving, but continual communion — a relationship that shapes every moment, not just the “holy” ones.

💔 The Lie: “Prayer is only for spiritual moments.”

Many Christian women fall into the trap of believing:

• Prayer only “counts” if it is long and formal.

• God only wants to hear from them when they are at church or doing devotions.

• They are too distracted or busy to pray.

But here’s the truth:

Truth Declaration:
“God invites me into ongoing conversation. My everyday life can become a prayer when I stay connected to Him in love.”

 

🌿 What Does It Mean to...

Staying joyful is vital to me. Busy holidays can add to stress, but stress leaves me like water off a duck's back. My life is overflowing with positivity and happiness. I remain joyful no matter what the holiday brings me. Each holiday is a distinctive occasion to do something that brings me more joy.

As holidays near, I find ways to stay calm. I let my peace radiate out to others. They see the peace I have, and they feel better about their holidays. I help a lot of people just by staying happy and positive during stressful holiday times. I know the holidays are what I make of them. I choose to make them joyful and fun.

I turn the stress of my life into positivity by concentrating on solutions. Holidays are wonderful times to appreciate family and friends. I take pleasure in finding the beauty of the holidays. I see that beauty and concentrate on it to help keep my stress levels down. Low stress equals high joy.

I live in joy this holiday season by walking in peace and love...

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How different would your life be if every day…
You created hope in those around you?

Not just offered advice.
Not just checked a task off your list.
But became a living wellspring of hope — someone who refreshes the weary and lifts the discouraged.

Hope is not a shallow word.
It is a holy force that keeps people breathing when life gets hard.

And here is the truth:
You were created to carry it.

💡 Hope is Contagious

Hope is not about having all the answers. It is about believing there is still a way forward — even when the path is hard to see.

When you speak hope…

• Eyes begin to lift.

• Shoulders start to relax.

• Hearts dare to believe again.

Romans 15:13 (KJV) says:

“Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.”

Did you catch that?
Hope is something God fills you with — so you can abound in it… and pour it out to others.

When you choose to speak hope, you become a v...

God is raising up women in business who are not just profit-focused, but purpose-driven. As a Christian woman entrepreneur, coach, speaker, author, or leader, your work is not just a profession, it is a sacred calling. Whether you are managing a growing brand, launching a side business, mentoring others, or exploring new ventures, remember — your business is part of your divine assignment, a manifestation of God's purpose in your life.

"Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might..." — Ecclesiastes 9:10 (KJV)

This verse calls us to excellence, not perfection. Excellence is doing the best you can with what you have, while perfection is an unattainable standard. It invites us to bring our whole heart, energy, and focus to the work God has entrusted to us. Business success from a biblical perspective is not measured by worldly standards — it is measured by obedience, faithfulness, and fruitfulness.

Building a Kingdom-Focused Business:

1. **Begin Each Day...

Every woman has areas of life where there is a lack of organization. Whether at home or the office, we misplace things and cannot find items when we need them because we are not orderly.

What happens when systems are not put into place?  What if an organizing system is not established? Well things get lost, chaos ensues, and you lose time looking for stuff! I have multiple businesses and do animal rescue. My schedule is nuts.

Now, more than ever, it is crucial for us to stay organized! Here are hacks for you that I use to keep myself and my businesses as organized as possible and I promise will save you time (and maybe a little sanity!) 

Being organized is a great help with time management. Declutter both home and office before attempting to tackle keeping organized and managing time better.

     1. Forget complicated systems.

Any systems you use for organizing that take a lot of time to keep up with are wastes of time. Remember, an organizational system improves your...

Faith and Food: 

As Christian women, we are called to honor God in every area of life — including how we care for our bodies. While diet is a personal decision, more research is showing that a plant-focused lifestyle brings not only physical health benefits, but also aligns with Biblical principles of stewardship, simplicity, and care for creation.

Let us explore what science says — and what Scripture affirms — about choosing foods that nourish body, soul, and spirit.

🌿 The Growing Case for a Plant-Based Diet

According to nutritionists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), most Americans fall short in eating enough fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains.

“Most Americans don’t eat enough fruit, vegetables, legumes or whole grains. There’s a huge consensus that eating more of these foods would be a good idea for everyone.” — Dr. Susan Krebs-Smith, NIH nutritionist

Research now links vegetarian and mostly plant-based diets to a lower risk of heart disease, diabet...

After diving into the Truth Mindset throughout this year in my blog series, it is clear that living in God’s truth is a transformative journey. Christian women are called to embrace truth in every area of our lives—our thoughts, emotions, actions, and relationships. This final blog will serve as a reflection and encouragement to continue cultivating a Truth Mindset as we progress in our personal and spiritual growth.

Psalm 119:105 (KJV): “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.”

God’s Word is our ultimate source of truth. It lights the way for us, guiding every step we take. As we walk with Christ, we must continually immerse ourselves in Scripture, allowing His truth to direct our decisions and renew our minds.

The Journey of Developing a Truth Mindset

This year, we have examined how a Truth Mindset is deeply connected to our faith, identity, and purpose. A Truth Mindset is not just about positive thinking or self-improvement; it is about groundi...

Every day I wake up with rekindled strength and decide to make the day a great one. I arm myself with positivity and a winning mindset. When I step into the world, I start to hear the beautiful hymn of hope that follows me everywhere I go.

Even when others choose to play a soundtrack of hopelessness, I dance to my hymn of hope. My ears are prepared to listen only to the sound of hope and to disregard any other noise. I abstain from listening to negative news reports that will only try to deprive me of my capacity to hear the sound of hope.

With so much negativity around me, I have to actively seek the good in the world to stay filled with hope. When I concentrate on the good characteristics of others, I can come up with hope.

My life is a song filled with hope. Although there is no guarantee in life, I am confident that my life choices move me on the right path. I know that I will be successful.

I sing my hymn of hope to the world so others can be lifted in their times ...

It is easy to be grateful for the good things in life; however, to experience the full benefits of gratitude, we must learn to find gratitude in our challenges. 

It is that time of year when most women give up on their goals because they do not see the results they want. Resist the temptation to give up right before the end. Remind yourself how far you have come this year, from the small wins to the big moments. You owe it to yourself to do the best you can.

“We ought to give thanks for all fortune: if it is good, because it is good; if bad, because it works in us patience, humility, contempt of this world and the hope of our eternal country.” – C. S. Lewis

 

Gratitude is one of the most powerful emotions we can cultivate as women. And, gratitude inspires a positive mindset.

Best of all, there is always something women can find to be grateful for,  from the big things - such as a promotion, achieved goal, dream relationship, or good health, to the little things - such as...

Are you wondering if a spin on the original holiday pie will be well-liked? Pies for Thanksgiving are time-honored. However, don't you wish to bite into a delicious brown butter carrot cake for a change or snack upon chewy cookies? Why not whip up amazing Thanksgiving desserts?

Do not limit yourself to a simple pie for dessert. Get your creative buckle on and change up your usual Thanksgiving dessert menu. You will be surprised to watch the crowds go ga-ga, relishing desserts like never before.

Sticking a spoon into the creamy pie is hardly a dessert to end a king-size feast. There should be a few too many options to treat your sweet tooth.

Are you running your brain, trying to come up with desserts that are winners and crowd-favorites? Don't think too hard. Figure the core ingredients first. Is it only pumpkin that screams Thanksgiving in all possible ways?

What about succulent apples or starchy sweet potatoes? Can you miss the pecans or the chocolates? The decadence a...