Jan 11th 19 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Tasting and Taking Refuge: A Little Motivation, Part Four

What problem is causing you to feel hopeless? Where are you turning for an answer? There is a refuge where you can find indescribable peace and the solution to your difficulty. In Parts One, Two and Three of  A Little Motivation, we began taking a look at some of the actions you’re taking before God when you fast—and in turn, how you can expect Him to respond. We saw that when you fast you... read more

Jan 10th 19 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Breaking Barriers to the Spirit’s Power: A Little Motivation, Part Three

Do you want God to do immeasurably more than all you could ask or imagine? Would you like Him to work unhindered through your prayers? Certainly! But there is a prerequisite to this. Perhaps it is a step you’re already taking…. In Parts One and Two of  A Little Motivation, we began taking a look at some of the actions you’re taking before God when you fast—and in turn, how you... read more

Jan 9th 19 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Be Sure to Begin Your Fast With Repentance

The importance of beginning a Biblical fast with repentance cannot be overstated. If we continue fasting with unconfessed sin, God might not hear our plea. More importantly, because it grieves and quenches the Holy Spirit, sin can keep us from hearing God!  Unconfessed sin hinders our worship and prevents us from enjoying communion with our Heavenly Father during these three weeks. And it causes us... read more

Jan 8th 19 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Declaring Our Helplessness and Hope in God: A Little Motivation, Part Two

It can be challenging to keep your fast during the first few days. Your body and appetite are adjusting. You’re hungry, you crave comfort foods, and depending on the type of fast, your body may be weak. So it’s helpful to have a little extra motivation these first few days. It’s beneficial to be reminded of what actions you’re taking before God when you fast—and in turn, how... read more

Jan 7th 19 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Fasting Day Two: A Little Motivation (Part One)

If you’re like me, the first day of your fast yesterday was tough. It seems like it’s more difficult to fast after the holidays, after eating unrestricted from Thanksgiving to New Year’s. No wonder! We’ve given King Stomach free reign over our appetite for six weeks! In light of this, I want offer a little bit of motivation. I want to remind you of a few things you’re doing... read more

Jan 6th 19 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Let’s Get Started: Helpful Tips and Information to Begin Pursuit 21

It’s finally here! Pursuit 21—twenty-one days of experiencing God through fasting and prayer—begins today! There is no better way to launch the new year than with a Biblical fast. Just as beginning our day with prayer sets the course for the rest of the day and affects anything that might happen, so beginning the year with a fast sets the course for the rest of the year. When we... read more

Jan 1st 19 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Pursuit 21: Launching the New Year Right

A new year has begun! Have you thought about the desires you have for the coming year? Perhaps there are things you’d like to see happen in your life personally … or in your family … or on your job. There is something you can do these first weeks of January that will set the course for what God does in your life all year long—something that will bring you closer to God and release... read more

Dec 23rd 18 Posted by Natalie Nichols

The Gift Too Wonderful for Words

Did you prepare a list for a gift giver this Christmas—a list of items you need or would love to have? Imagine receiving every item on your list. Would you be ecstatic? Overjoyed? Speechless? May you be that excited and more about the gift of God’s Son, Jesus Christ! “Thank God for his Son—his gift too wonderful for words.” 2 Corinthians 9:15, TLB You have received a gift... read more

Nov 26th 18 Posted by Natalie Nichols

#GivingTuesday: A Day to Share God’s Comfort

This Tuesday, November 27th, you can join us in celebrating #GivingTuesday, a global day dedicated to blessing others and giving back. Together, we can bring God’s comfort to lost and hurting people around the world who need Christ! Trials and hardships are everywhere. We see it in the daily news—and our daily lives. Terror attacks … mass shootings … job loss … financial crises …... read more

Sep 26th 18 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Resting in God’s Sovereign Rule: The Complete Series

Over the past few months, I’ve been talking about a vital truth we must remember in seasons of hardship: God is in control. When we grasp this truth, we not only survive, we thrive in seasons of suffering. I want you to do more than barely survive in your adversity. I want you to thrive! That’s why I wrote this series called “Resting in God’s Sovereign Rule.” Suffering and... read more