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CHEW on This™ Series Blog #7: Purpose and Calling—Chewing on God’s Vision for Your Life (Day 7 of the 7-Day CHEW Challenge)

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“I used to wonder if my life really mattered. But as I started chewing on God’s purpose and calling for me, I began to see even my ordinary days as part of His bigger story.” Why Purpose and Calling Can Feel Unclear It’s easy to drift through life wondering if you’re making a difference. Maybe…

CHEW on This™ Series Blog #8: Freedom from Performance—Living Loved, Not Driven

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“For so long, I measured my worth by my achievements. But when I started chewing on God’s love for me—not for what I do, but for who I am—I finally found rest from the pressure to prove myself.” Why Performance Keeps Us Stuck In our culture, it’s easy to believe you are what you accomplish.…

CHEW on This™ Series Blog #9: Experiencing the Fruit of the Spirit in Real Life

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“I used to think the fruit of the Spirit was a checklist I could never live up to. But when I started chewing on God’s love, I began to see real changes—more patience, more kindness, more peace—growing in me from the inside out.” Why the Fruit of the Spirit Can Feel Out of Reach We…

CHEW on This™ Series Blog #10: Running to God After You Fall—Grace for Every Setback

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“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,…

CHEW on This™ Series Blog #11: Living Loved in a Digital World—Overcoming Distraction and Comparison

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

“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…

Sabbath FAQ: Real-Life Questions, Real-Life Grace

By Ryan Bailey / 2025-05-27 /

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…

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…