Weekly Magazine | The Voices We Let In
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Dear Friends,
Have you ever noticed that some of life’s greatest battles are fought in places no one else can see? Not in our circumstances, relationships, or daily challenges, but in our minds.
Every day, voices compete for our attention. Some speak fear, doubt, comparison, and discouragement, while others remind us of God’s faithfulness, His promises, and His unfailing love. The voices we listen to shape how we think, live, respond, and grow in our faith.
Our inspiration this week is Philippians 4:8:
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
As women, we carry so much in our minds each day—responsibilities, relationships, worries, expectations, and endless to-do lists. Sometimes, it can be so easy to miss the quiet conversations happening within our own hearts. Yet the thoughts we dwell on profoundly shape how we see ourselves, our circumstances, and even God.
The good news is that we are not powerless in this struggle. Through God’s Word and the work of His Spirit, God helps us recognize the lies that leave us feeling inadequate, overwhelmed, or discouraged and replace them with truth. When His voice becomes the one we listen to above all others, we find renewed strength, deeper faith, and peace that steadies us in every season.
As you read this issue, we pray you are reminded that you are deeply loved by God and never alone in your mind battles. May you quiet the voices that bring fear and doubt and embrace the truth that brings freedom and hope. May you find fresh confidence in Christ, renewed joy for the journey, and the assurance that when your thoughts are anchored in Him, your heart can rest secure because His is the only voice that matters.
Encouraging you in God’s truth,
Awakening to Christ's Presence Around You | T.K. Vasquez
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Would Jesus Read the News? | Katherine O'Neill
When the headlines feel relentless and a friend swears off the news for good, Katherine O'Neill asks a deeper question: Is it what we consume that harms us, or what we do with it? A fresh look at Philippians 4:8 and the words of Jesus in Mark 7 opens up a freeing answer.
Think About What You're Thinking About | Jenna Dexter
Your thoughts are shaping your life, whether you're paying attention to them or not. Through the story of gymnast Simone Biles and the truth of Scripture, Jenna Dexter shows us how to recognize the lies holding us back and choose the mind God always intended for us.
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Awakening to Christ’s Presence Around You
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By T.K. Vasquez
On a warm September morning, the first curve of the sun had risen over the world’s rim. I sat on my patio, chai latte in hand, watching as the trees’ silhouettes were backlit by crimson and the birds, one by one, began to sing. The sounds were manifold: leaves whispering, rabbits darting across the lawn, an owl saying goodnight—what I didn’t hear was the moth-frenzy of screen-tapping, the ding of notifications, or the chatter of social media.
This isn’t the modern-day morning norm, nor was it always normal for me. I used to begin my day with a shot of news—dark events, conspiracies, and fearmongering—and a check of my socials, but after witnessing the glory of dawn, it was hard to return to the noise.
And we all know the noise.
Once we plug in, we don’t unplug until our heads hit the pillow. Every crack of free time, every second when our thoughts wander, we grab our always-on devices and numb out.
