CHEW-Intermediate

CHEW on This™ Series Blog #12: Chewing on God’s Love in New Seasons—Transitions, Loss, and Fresh Starts

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“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…

Resource Blog: 30 Practical CHEW Applications for Life’s Major Areas

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“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…

Resource Blog: How to Restart Your CHEW Practice After a Break—Grace for New Beginnings

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“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…

Resource Blog: Frequently Asked Questions for Leaders—Helping Others Grow with CHEW on This™

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“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…

Resource Blog: How to Encourage Others to Start CHEW—Becoming a Catalyst for Growth

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“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…

Resource Blog: How to Match Your Struggle or Longing to a Characteristic of God’s Love

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“We don’t just need to know that God loves us—we need to know how His love meets us right where we are.” Why This Matters Many people struggle to experience God’s love because it feels abstract or distant, especially in the middle of pain, disappointment, or confusion. But God’s love is not one-size-fits-all. Scripture reveals…

Resource Blog: CHEW Questions for Struggling with Porn

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

If you’re reading this, you may feel stuck, ashamed, or tired of fighting alone. You’re not alone—and you’re not beyond hope.Many have walked this road and found real freedom—not by willpower, but by letting God’s holy love meet them in the struggle, one day at a time. How to Use This Resource Step 1: Get…

Resource Blog: CHEW Questions for Controlling Emotions

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

Struggling to control your emotions, especially anger, can feel overwhelming and isolating.Maybe you find yourself reacting quickly, holding grudges, or feeling out of control. God’s love is patient and powerful enough to meet you in your emotions and help you find peace and self-control. “I used to let anger control my life. As I started…

Resource Blog: CHEW Questions for Struggling with Shame

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“I spent years believing God was disappointed in me. But as I began to chew on His love, I found freedom I never thought possible.” Shame can feel like a heavy, invisible weight—a voice that says, “You’re not enough,” or “You’ll never be clean.”If you know that feeling, you’re not alone. Shame is powerful, but…

Resource Blog: CHEW Questions for Struggling with Anxiety

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

Anxiety can feel like a storm you can’t control—racing thoughts, tight chest, sleepless nights, and a constant “what if?”If you know that feeling, you’re not alone. Jesus met anxious people with compassion, not condemnation. God’s love is strong enough to hold you steady, even when your world feels shaky. “I used to think anxiety meant…