Spaces of Grace Body, Soul, and Spirit
On this page, you’ll find blog posts divided into each topic of body, soul, and spirit. At Spaces of Grace, we’re passionate about learning how to care for ourselves in all three ways. Because as women, we’re always caring for others. And if we’re not healthy and strong, we won’t have anything to give. Join us in the conversation. We’d love to hear what’s important to you in your life.
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What Are Whole Foods & How to Eat More of Them, Food As Medicine Part 3
What do you picture when you think of a whole food? For me I think of a juicy red apple, a fresh salad, or pasture-raised chicken - foods that God made for us in their natural states to infuse us with life and health. Then God said, “I give you every seed-bearing...
Eliminate Ultra-Processed Foods, Food As Medicine Part 2
Are you ready to improve your diet? In Food as Medicine Part 1, we learned it’s one of the most important things you can do to improve your overall health and enable your immune system to fight disease. God created our bodies to be able to heal, and when we eat...
Food as Medicine, Part 1
Food as medicine may be a phrase that you’ve heard. The famous Greek physician Hippocrates is credited with saying what God knew all along: “Let food be thy medicine and let thy medicine be food.” Through much of my life, I have not lived up to that ideal. I grew up...
The Word of God
"The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever." We need the Word of God. I want God's Word to be everything to me. I want to want it more than the air I breathe and the bread that I eat. The first thing I hear when I rise and the...
Seek God’s Vision for 2023
Get a Vision It’s been almost a month since we’ve rang in the New Year. Confetti has settled. Champaign bubbles have fizzled. Vacation is a memory. We've a new year before us, fresh and untested, ready to be explored. The question is, Will we be intentional about it,...
15 Minutes to Improve Your Mindset
Fifteen minutes to a healthier mind? Yes, please. And believe it or not, taking just a few minutes of effort to improve your mindset really does lead to lasting change when done consistently. Recently, we looked at 15-minute healthy habits for our bodies. In the next...
The Kings of Christmas
King There are several kings of Christmas in the Christmas account in the Bible. In the Greek the word king transliterates as basileus which means a leader of the people, a commander, lord of the land (Blue Letter Bible, 2022). This word most likely descends from the...
Re-Advent Your Life Advent Devotional
Are you feeling a stirring in your soul for something deeper, something more? Like the brave women of the Bible Mary and Ruth, say yes and let God re-advent your life. Advent Devotional for Busy Women Don't wait for the perfect unbusy time. It will never happen. We...
15 Minutes to Strengthen Your Spirit
Does the zaniness of the holiday rush derail your quiet time with God? I understand. For me, traveling or having guests in my home shakes up the status quo. My studio becomes a guest room, and I often stay up later with family and friends. I look forward to early...
Take Care of Your Body, Soul, and Spirit
Thanks for stopping by. We know your life is busy. You’re taking care of others, like children, spouses, and parents. You probably don’t have much time to call your own. We understand. We’re here to offer resources to help you connect with God and care for yourself body, soul, and spirit – even if you just have a few minutes.
