Borrow this prayer if you’re living in fear right now. <3 Today, I choose not to live in fear. As people prey on helpless children— As pagan statues are erected— As world leaders whisper behind closed doors— I choose to believe that God will judge the wicked, that He will break down every idol, that …
I was an emo kid without knowing it. I may not have worn the black hoodies and lipstick or listened to punk rock, but looking back I can’t help but chuckle—and wince—at how angsty I was, even in middle school. “No one understands meeeeeeeee!!” I constantly cried out into the void, posing solemnly by a …
When I was younger, I thought being a Christian was something you did on Sundays. It rocked my world when I realized that faith is something that leaks into every aspect of your life, like the flavor and color of a tea bag. You can’t dip a tea bag into hot water without making the …
I felt really convicted about how I’ve been starting my days lately. A typical Gen-Zer, I typically hit snoozed three or four times before finally dragging my eyes open to check all my latest phone notifications. THOUGHTS THAT RUN THROUGH MY HEAD Who liked my reel yesterday? Who texted me this morning? What reminders have …
I’m a workaholic. And I am usually aware of that. It can be a good thing. But it can also be a bad thing, too (you probably relate!!). In life, we tend to get our eyes stuck on the ground. We have times where we’re looking up to the sky, full of verve to be …
I’m not naturally driven to anger. Disappointment, yes. Sadness, yes. But anger? Not usually. However, since starting to become more aware of current events, I definitely am becoming more acquainted with anger. I don’t enjoy being angry: I don’t like feeling out of control, fists clenched, fire on the inside. But there is a type …
We’re thinking a lot about goals right now for the new year, but have you made time to plan spiritual goals? Amanda shares 4 tips and some biblical inspiration to start planning spiritual goals. the oh beloved one podcast episode 42 This episode’s outline O N E // Ask God to give desire for growing. …
I wrote this post a year ago right before I moved to California but didn’t post because it was a very vulnerable moment in my life. Now I’d like to share that story because it brings such glory to God! // Yes, you read that title right! Here’s the lowdown: I’m moving from my lifelong …
It’s a new era of the OBO podcast: if I am looking fairly decent as I record an episode, I’m planning on filming it as well and posting to YouTube (cuz why not??). Yes, I run a podcast. Yes, I love to talk. But I will ALWAYS be more of a visual person. I tend …
I love entering a new year with purpose, and I’m always looking for printouts around the advent of a new year so I can get some helpful prompts. In the spirit of that delightful hunt, I’ve created a little printout for you guys! It’s printer-friendly, free, and has sections for reflecting on 2021 and planning …
