Ryan Bailey
“For years, I thought God was disappointed in me every time I messed up. But when I started chewing on His grace, I learned that my failures are not the end—they’re the place where His love meets me most.” Why Setbacks Feel Like the End (But They Aren’t) Everyone stumbles. Whether it’s an old habit,…
“I used to scroll through my day, always feeling behind, left out, or not enough. But when I started chewing on God’s love—even with my phone in hand—I found a new peace and confidence that no app could give me.” Why the Digital World Makes It Hard to Live Loved Social media, endless news, and…
As you try to build a Sabbath rhythm, you’ll likely face real-life questions and challenges. You’re not alone! Here are some of the most common questions we hear—and encouragement for your journey toward rest, renewal, and experiencing God’s love. Can I Check Email or Respond to Urgent Texts? It’s tempting to stay connected, even on…
“I used to dread change and feel lost in seasons of transition. But as I learned to chew on God’s love, I found hope and stability—even when everything else was shifting.” Why Transitions and Loss Are So Challenging Whether it’s graduating, moving, changing jobs, sending kids to college, losing a loved one, or stepping into…
Here are some real-life CHEW journal entries—great for anyone new to CHEW to see how simple and powerful it can be. These are based on actual journaling from a CHEWer, just edited a bit to make them easier to read. 1. Facing Big Projects and Pressure Situation:You have two major projects due today. You feel…
“God’s love isn’t just for Sunday mornings or quiet times—it’s designed to meet you in every corner of your real, everyday life.” Why Practical Application Matters It’s one thing to know the CHEW on This™ framework. It’s another to see how it can transform your work, family, friendships, losses, and even your daily routines. This…
“Everyone falls out of rhythm sometimes. The good news? God’s love is new every morning, and every day is a fresh invitation to begin again.” Why Restarting Matters No matter how committed you are, life happens—busyness, crisis, discouragement, or even just forgetfulness can interrupt your CHEW on This™ practice. The key isn’t to avoid every…
“Leading others through the CHEW on This™ journey is a privilege—and sometimes a challenge. Here are answers to common questions leaders and facilitators have, so you can guide with confidence and grace.” Why a Leader FAQ? Whether you’re leading a small group, mentoring one-on-one, or introducing CHEW on This™ to your family or church, you’ll…
“God’s love is too good to keep to yourself. When you invite others to CHEW on This™, you help them discover the freedom, hope, and transformation you’ve experienced—and you grow as a spiritual encourager.” Why Encourage Others to Start CHEW? Transformation multiplies when it’s shared. Many people long for deeper connection with God but don’t…
“When God’s Word moves from your head to your heart, real transformation begins. Scripture memory and meditation, paired with CHEW on This™, help you experience God’s love in a way that sticks and shapes your daily life.” Why Pair CHEW with Scripture Memory and Meditation? Memorizing and meditating on Scripture isn’t just for Bible trivia—it’s…