Butterfly Box Review - Christian Gift Idea

I am partnering with FrontGate Media to share a wonderful faith-based subscription box from Butterfly Box. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I am always on the lookout for unique gift ideas for my friends, especially ones that have meaning. I was excited to get to review this subscription box geared toward Christian women. 

I think this description of Butterfly Box is perfect: "Life is busy, and it can be hard to find the time each day to connect with Christ. Butterfly Box is here to help! We thoughtfully curate a themed box each month to help reclaim those quiet moments with God, build your intimacy with Christ, and live out your faith in the world around you!" 

Tips on Using the Spiritual Seeds Planner

I am partnering with FrontGate Media to show you how to get organized and grow your faith with the new Spiritual Seeds Planner. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I am a planner nerd, and though my 2020 planner has not been getting much use, thanks to COVID-19, I am still looking forward to starting fresh in 2021. I am always on the hunt for the perfect planner and love trying out various brands and styles. I was excited to get a chance to review the new Spiritual Seeds Planner which combines planning your daily life with spiritual growth!

Keep reading to get an in depth look at this new type of planner and ENTER TO WIN your own at the end of this post! Who is with me in wanting to plan for your lives to be fruitful, rather than just busy?

Wearing Your Faith With Bible BB's

I never pass up an opportunity to share my faith or to share a faith based company. Today I am partnering with Bible BB's to share their line of adorable faith-based shirts, along with a giveaway! Bible BB's website carries children's books and apparel for the whole family!

I received the "Coffee & Jesus" sweatshirt to review. It is made of a soft cotton/poly blend fleece in a women's cut, with a wide neck. If you do not want it to be fitted, I would size up. I am wearing an XL and it is slightly over-sized on me.

Getting Started in Bible Journaling Using a Journal

The journal was provided to me by DaySpring to review, but all opinions are my own. 

There are many ways to study scripture and one of the ways I like to dive in to the Word is through journaling. It allows me to focus on the passage and be creative in the process which helps me retain what I am reading. Even if you do not have a Journaling Bible, you can still get creative while studying scripture.

This Devotional Doodle Journal is the perfect place to start if you do not know where to start. It offers a short devotional with lines for journaling and a prompt page to doodle on. The one I started with (shown below) was the simple task of drawing stars. 

Ellie Claire 365 Devotional Journal Review

The journals were provided to me by Ellie Claire Gifts to review, but all opinions are my own.

I have recently been given the chance to work with Ellie Claire Gifts and am glad be able to share some inspirational resources with you. A few weeks ago, I reviewed a set of Art Journals and gave away two of them to a couple of my followers on Instagram! With the new year approaching, many of us are making goals and one of mine is always to spend time daily in the Word. One thing that helps me stay on track is having a daily devotional I can easily turn to.  I am excited to share with you a set of 365-day devotional journals.

All three have beautifully illustrated covers with modern artwork. They also have an elastic strap that holds the book closed and a ribbon book mark to save your page. Each daily devotional ends with a thought to meditate on as well as a lined area to record reflections and thoughts.

Ellie Claire Art Journal Review

The journals were provided to me by Ellie Claire Gifts to review, but all opinions are my own.

If you have been reading my blog for any length of time, you will know that one of my hobbies is Bible Journaling. It is one of the creative ways I spend time in the Word. I also like to use devotionals and journals, as well to take notes on the passages I am reading, or to use for sermon notes. That is why I was excited to be given the opportunity to review three different types of journals from Ellie Claire Gifts.

They are designed to be used all year-long and are the perfect gift for girls/women of any age! Each of these journals contain journaling lines so you can record your personal thoughts and reflections. They also offer lettering and art tutorials, as well as, coloring pages.

Scripture Study Tips with the (in)courage Devotional Bible

I am partnering with Frontgate Blogger Network to bring you the beautiful CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible. All opinions are my own.

It has been a while since I have posted about Bible Journaling, but I am back today to show you the beautiful CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible I received, that is made especially for women! The Bible highlights 50 women in the Bible and how God worked though their lives. It also includes lined journaling space for notes and personal reflection.

If you have never heard of (in)courage, it is an online community for women offering support and resources for meaningful connection. For me personally, I struggle with knowing where to start and what to study, so resources like this website are a great help for me in planning my devotional time.

Inspirational Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Mother's Day is coming up soon and I have a great gift idea that is unique and has a lovely message. Prone to Wander LA has everything from art to phone cases, to home decor items.

I received a set of phone cases to review and am giving you a chance to win a set of 3 for yourself. You can enter via the link at the end of this post.

Bible Journaling with an Illustrated Bible + Giveaway

Bible Journaling is one of my favorite ways to spend time in the word. If you have been following me a while, I have shared many posts on how I journal and what supplies I use. You may still be on the fence about getting started, so I am here with another option for you. If you feel like you do not know where to start with being creative, maybe you would be comfortable with a Bible that contains illustrations. All you need is some colored pencils to get started.

Bible Journaling - Using Rubber Stamps

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I recently showed you how you can trace in your Bible if you feel like you cannot draw. Another way to decorate your Bible pages if you are not artistic is by using rubber stamps. I have come to love rubber stamps and they are so easy to use and come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and words! Here is how I used stamps to journal Psalm 23.

VBS on a Budget - Back to Basics

I have been working in VBS for over 16 years and have been the Director for at least 7 or 8 years (I lose track after a while!) and have tried about every idea out there for having a successful VBS. We have spent close to a thousand dollars on materials and decor, spent countless hours building huge set pieces, and tried all types of gimmicks to make VBS great for the kids. A few years ago, we decided to go back to the basics for VBS. Our goal was to focus on the message to the kids and spend as little as possible on decor, games, and crafts. Let me tell you, it is so much less stressful and the kids enjoy the VBS experience just as much!

Bible Journaling - Tracing if You Can't Draw

I have hosted a couple of Bible journaling workshops and the first comment I usually get is: "I can't draw." I am here to tell you that you do NOT have to be an artist to be creative in your journaling. In addition to other ways I have showed you, such as doodling, stamps, stickers, and using printables; you can also trace onto your pages.

My friend Bethany at Pitter & Glink has created another wonderful devotional, along with downloadable printables, which include some black and white ones, perfect for tracing!

How to Bible Journal in a Travelers Notebook

I am partnering with DaySpring to share a look at the new Illustrated Faith devotional kit. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small financial compensation if you make a purchase using this link.

Do you love to Bible journal, but do not always want to lug all of your supplies with you? I recently have started using a traveler's notebook, which does not take up as much space and I can throw it in my purse when I am on the go.

Bible Journaling - Rise Up Devotional Inspiration + Giveaway

Bible Journaling is an important part of my Bible study time at home. It helps me to spend more time in the word and meditate on the passage I am reading. I have shared that I enjoy using the devotional kits because they come with everything I need for my quiet time.

Using Bible Journaling Supplies In a Planner + Giveaway

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Did you pick up one of the new Illustrated Faith Planners from Dayspring? I have been eagerly awaiting July so I could start using mine! It already comes with a couple of pages of stickers, but I wanted to decorate mine a little more! The look of the planner pages will match the theme of stickers and washi tape I have from the Illustrated Faith line, so I can use the Bible journaling supplies I already have on hand.

Like I mentioned in a previous post, I am a planner nerd and still like the feel of using a paper planner where I can write things down and check them off my list. 

Discovering Who "I Am" With Illustrated Faith

I am partnering with DaySpring to share a look at the new Illustrated Faith devotional kit. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small financial compensation if you make a purchase using this link.

I am back with this month's Illustrated Faith Devotional Kit! I always look forward to receiving this devotional monthly. It helps keep me on track and keeps me in the Word since everything I need is included in a cute little bag!

Here is what you get in  the kit:

DIY Tassel for an Agenda Planner

I am partnering with DaySpring to show you how to get organized with the new Illustrated Faith Agenda Planners. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small financial compensation if you make a purchase using this link.

I am a planner girl...I like to write things down and check them off my list! Even though I keep my appointments in my phone, I still like to carry a planner to write my to-do list, blog post idea, important information, and any other thing that may come to my mind.

Bible Journaling - How to Use Water Colors

I am slowing branching out and trying new mediums in my journaling pages and this month I am sharing how I use watercolors. I have been hesitant to use water colors very much because I have been scared of using too much water and ruining the pages, but I love the way the page looks and decided to try a couple of techniques.

You do not have to use fancy watercolor palettes, although you can. I started out with a basic one I got at the dollar store.

How to Bible Journal Without a Journaling Bible

I am partnering with DaySpring to share a look at the new Illustrated Faith Rise Up kit. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small financial compensation if you make a purchase using this link.

I post my Bible journaling pages weekly on social media and frequently get asked what kind of Bible I have, if the pictures are already in it, and what it is all about. I have even hosted a couple of Bible Journaling workshops at my church and several of the ladies were concerned about not having a special Jounaling Bible. I am here to show you today that you can still be creative and illustrate God's Word without purchasing another Bible!

Ways to Stay In Love With Your Bible

A special thanks to DaySpring for allowing me to review this book and share my honest thoughts.  This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small financial compensation if you make a purchase using this link.

It is no secret that I love Bible Journaling because it helps me spend more time in the Word. If you read my recent post on Diving Deeper in Your Faith, I confess that I have times that I struggle with finding time to open my Bible. The truth is, I think we all do, which is why I was excited to receive a copy of 10 Ways to Fall in Love With Your Bible and Stay In Love by Shanna Noel. If you are not familiar with that name, Shanna is the creator of Illustrated Faith, which is an online Bible Journaling resource and community.

If you want to stop feeling guilty about not reading your Bible, then come along with me and say goodbye to all your excuses as I share how this book can help you fall in love with spending time in the Word!