Decisions often require quick movement and swift action. And when faced with the burden of making important decisions, oftentimes our hearts and minds become clouded in selfish ambition. Depending on the scale of our upcoming decision, we can inevitably wander in our prayers, leave God at the side, or abandon prayer altogether. When I encounter a place where I know a decision needs to be made, these are the top three needs I ask from the Lord. I pray that you may use these words to help guide your prayer: Pray for WISDOM & DISCERNMENT Father, I need wisdom that only your Spirit can give me. Help me to not lean solely on my own opinions, thoughts, or dreams -- or what my society, … [Read more...]
4 Things to Remember When You’re Uncomfortable
One of my favorite temper tantrums of Scripture is found in Jonah 4 – perhaps because I can closely relate to it. In this final chapter of Jonah, we find him back in the city of Ninevah. After spending three days in the belly of a fish, he goes to proclaim the Word of God to a city of violent, cruel idol worshippers. Even after expressing gratitude for the Lord in saving him, he is still sulking, discontent, and uncomfortable. He fears that the Lord will forgive Ninevah, which we find interesting – this doesn’t seem to be the reaction of a repentant prophet rejoicing at God’s mercy. But Jonah’s sins of unbelief, fear, selfishness, and anger blind him in his uncomfortable … [Read more...]
Sign Up for the ‘It’s Positive!’ TTC Fur Baby Exchange
**EXCHANGE HAS BEEN CLOSED!** Calling all the Fur Mommas out there! I'm hosting a gift exchange for the TTC (Trying to Conceive) community! One thing (among many) that I love about the TTC community is that we're passionate about connecting with others in this season of life. Many of us wouldn't be able to get through the day without the comfort and unconditional love of our furry friends, so I thought it'd be fun to put a new spin on the TTC gift exchange by making it all about Fur Moms! Details Free to enter Enter no later than midnight (CST) on JUNE 11 Deadline to send your gifts by: JUNE 18 Make sure to tag #TTCfurbabyexchange and @its_positive on Instagram! Ready … [Read more...]
20 Pineapple Gifts You Need in Your Life (Right Now)
For those who aren't aware, the pineapple is the unofficial mascot of the TTC (Trying to Conceive) community. Why, you may ask? Shouldn't it be an egg? Well, studies have shown that eating the core of a pineapple may encourage implantation into the uterus. Pineapples are loaded with an enzyme called bromelain -- an enzyme that acts as a pain reliever, blood thinner and anti-coagulant, and anti-inflammatory agent. It may help with encouraging embryos to "stick" and also reduce the chance of miscarriage. Summary: Bromelain is nature’s aspirin. Pretty cool, huh? Read more about the benefits of pineapple here. So, in preparation for my birthday in a couple weeks, I began compiling a … [Read more...]