Ryan Bailey
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals When Success Doesn’t Silence the Inner Voice Marcus, a director at a tech firm, had professional wins stacked high—respected by his CEO, admired by his team. But late at night, a relentless voice haunted him: “You’re not man enough. Real men can handle…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals Professional Wins—Spiritual Second-Guessing: Jacob’s Real-World Lesson At his peak, Jacob had it all: the birthright, the blessing, formidable results, and God’s sovereignty behind every step. But even with direct promises, he spent years hedging his bets, working “insurance policies” just in case God…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A client shared with me: “I understand what you’re saying about attacking beliefs and taking specific steps, but I still feel like I’m fighting this alone. Even when I use the techniques, I feel disconnected from God. It’s like I’m trying to clean…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A client once shared his frustration: “I’ve been completely free from shame-based living and people-pleasing for years. I don’t even remember the last time I struggled with those patterns. But I still battle food compulsions daily, even though I know all the right…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A client once shared, “Honestly, I’m angry at God. I keep trying to pray, but in my heart, I’m holding onto disappointment. Part of me doesn’t want to let it go.” Her honesty echoed what many believers experience, especially in seasons of loss,…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A client sat across from me, frustrated with her C.H.E.W. practice. “I start the Exchange question,” she said, “and my first answer is always shallow. Like, ‘If I really believed God loved me, I wouldn’t feel anxious.’ Then I stop because I don’t…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals When you’re working ten-hour days, you naturally have multiple transition moments throughout the day—stepping away from your desk, walking between meetings, moving around the office, or taking brief breaks to reset. That’s been my experience. During any busy workday, I find myself with…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals When guilt and shame blur together, you either harden yourself so you don’t feel anything or drown in self‑condemnation that never seems to lead anywhere. Guilt, rightly understood, can become a doorway to repentance and freedom; shame, left unchecked, quietly destroys your joy,…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A Legacy of Promises—and Mixed Faith God made Jacob staggering, unilateral promises: descendants as numerous as the stars, a land for his children, and a presence that would never leave him (Genesis 28:13-15). Yet when the pressure came—when famine hit and the risk…
The Daily CHEW™Moving God’s Love from Head to Heart for Christian Professionals A high-performing client sat back in his office chair, staring out the window after another packed week. “I know in my head God’s love is the right foundation, but honestly, I’m afraid to go all in,” he admitted. “If I really focus relentlessly…