Tucked in between Mary’s famous Magnificat (Luke 1:46-55) and “the Christmas story” (Luke 2) lies a prayer/prophecy that is often overlooked. At least, I’ve overlooked it every year. Luke 1:67-79 outline another prayer, but this one is spoken by Zechariah, the father of Jesus’ forerunner, John. I’m still trying to memorize this prayer, but the …
About a year ago, someone mentioned praying through the Psalms. I tried it once and fell in love with it! David had such a way of putting things, and there’s nothing like praying back inspired Scripture to God. At first, the idea seemed weird: like reading a script or cheating/plagiarizing, even. But the more I …
Let your peace overwhelm My sinking heart; Let it wash over my head, Through my brain; Relax me from all the What if’s, And I can’t’s. Let it open my ears to hear You Promising You’ll never leave me Nor forsake me. Let it wipe away my tears— Open my eyes to Your Word, Your …
I don’t feel old until I remember I’m 21 . . . And I’m graduating from college in a week. I have some super exciting news about my future plans that I hope to share with you guys soon, but until then I’d like to share a message for every year of college. This is …
Hello. I’m a 21-year-old woman from the conservative south. I’ve grown up my whole life in a loving family that has financially supported me. But ya know what? It’s time to grow up. Time to get a job, time to stop buying coffees three times a week, time to be a little financially uncomfortable. I …
Reposting this from August 2020 since it’s timely! Ack: THIS. If a pandemic wasn’t enough to knock my socks off, know we have stacked on top of it social unrest and various political movements. What we have, my friends, is a scary-high pancake stack of hatred, violence, and illogical beliefs, all drenched in a sticky …
I’ve just felt off. Ever since quarantine it’s like I’m riding a bike and the chain keeps clicking. I know the bike is broken but I keep going because . . . well, it’s just “easier” than fixing the problem. But Proverbs 4:20-27 really opened my eyes this past weekend. In just seven short verses, …
The answer to every problem I’ve ever faced has been to focus on who I know my God to be. When I was in the deepest depression of my life, I knew innately that I had to reach beyond myself. I found solace in knowing I trusted in a God who would never leave me …
Jeremiah 29:11 says, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” This verse is perfect to cling to right now, in the midst of worldwide chaos. God used it in a big way a …
Oh Beloved One started out as a bimonthly newsletter. I have been so excited to watch this little side hustle grow; over quarantine, we launched some stickers and printable. Over the years, we’ve dabbled in sweatshirts and other items. But, finally, I bit the bullet and launched our Pray Journal. Already, this little book has …
