Ryan Bailey
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals Client Scenario Michael is a busy professional who tries hard to follow Jesus. He knows Christians should “love God with all your heart” (Mark 12:30), but most days that feels unreachable. More rules or effort haven’t changed his heart. He keeps hearing about…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals Whether you serve as a pastor, Christian counselor, coach, or personal consultant, your calling is to meet people at the crossroads of struggle and hope. In between caring for others, you may only have time for a short “chew” for your own heart—“Thank…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals Maria starts each week with resolve: eat healthier, resist late-night snacks, avoid old patterns. But by Thursday, she’s passed six fast food joints, walked past leftover cupcakes in the kitchen, and scrolled just a little too long. She prays for more willpower, but…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A client recently shared, “We’re all exhausted. Deadlines, family stuff, even church events are draining. My team trusts each other less—and relies on God less—when we’re running on empty.” If you lead at work or church, you’ve probably noticed: fatigue erodes morale, connection,…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A client once shared, “I’m waiting for a big sign before making my next move, but life just gets busier and I end up stuck.” Many in leadership feel pressure to achieve something major to make a spiritual impact. Yet, real change in…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A client confided that, despite leading a thriving team and being present for his family, he feels emotionally flat—drifting through days without joy or real connection. He wonders why success hasn’t cured this persistent numbness and if it’s possible to reignite his heart…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A client told me he always saw Sabbath as “just taking a nap” or scrolling his phone out of exhaustion. It left him feeling sluggish, not truly restored. Lately, he’s wondered if Sabbath could actually renew his body, mind, and even his family’s…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian ProfessionalsA manager I coach had big plans for Sabbath: family time, worship, quiet reflection. Instead, her day was interrupted by urgent work emails, unexpected errands, and kids needing help. By evening, she felt frustrated and guilty—wondering if she’d missed the point of rest yet…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals Jim wants freedom. For years he’s circled battles with anger, shame, and those old familiar temptations. He believes God’s powerful, but what’s missing is the “want” that makes obedience natural. Is it too simple to say: focus on God’s love—really? Isn’t practical change…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals Client Scenario Jim is tired of waiting for some magical day when his desire to repent will be strong enough to finally set him free. He’s tried to “want it more,” but the follow-through never lasts. He goes back and forth wondering, “How…