The Daily CHEW™
Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope.
Yesterday, walking between back-to-back client sessions, I felt that familiar weight of responsibility settling on my shoulders—the mental list of follow-ups, the next presentation to prep, the family dinner I still needed to plan. I thrive on productivity and meaningful work. I love the intensity, but sometimes the pace can disconnect me from what actually fuels sustainable performance: knowing I’m deeply loved, not just highly capable.
Maybe you know that exact moment when efficiency becomes everything and your heart becomes secondary. Maybe you’re familiar with the paradox of Christian leadership: the more successful you become, the easier it is to operate from competence rather than connection, from achievement rather than adoption. Maybe you’ve noticed that your best work—the kind that flows with creativity and leaves you energized rather than depleted—happens when you’re anchored in something deeper than your own capability.
This isn’t about slowing down or becoming less ambitious. The Gospel truth is that God’s love doesn’t compete with excellence—it’s the source of it. When high-capacity leaders root their work in the reality that they are as loved as Jesus himself, performance becomes worship rather than striving, and productivity flows from security rather than insecurity. But in the rush of real life, how do you access that love in the moment you need it most?
Join me for the Core CHEW—the fastest, most accessible way to reset your heart to the truth that changes everything: you are completely, unconditionally loved by God.
CHEW in 30-60 Seconds:
1. Adore: “Father, thank You for loving me right now—not for what I’ve accomplished, but because of what Christ accomplished.”
2. Ask the Core Question: “If I really believed God loves me as much as He loves Jesus (John 17:23), what would change in me right now?”
3. Answer Honestly: Even if it’s just a word, feeling, or simple thought—no perfect answers required.
4. Pause and Notice: Take one slow breath. Whisper “thank you” or simply notice your heart, even if you feel nothing.
5. Celebrate: Every honest moment of awareness is progress. God meets you in the process.
What Makes Core CHEW Different
The Core CHEW is your instant, anywhere reset. Unlike other CHEWs that take 5-20 minutes for deeper processing, the Core CHEW is designed for maximum impact in minimum time. Whether you’re between meetings, stuck in traffic, or facing a difficult conversation, this 30-60 second practice brings you back to the foundational truth that transforms everything: God’s love for you is as real and complete as His love for Jesus.
The Core CHEW: Your 30-60 Second Reset
1. Adore: Focus on God’s Love
Center yourself with a simple prayer:
“Father, thank you for your steadfast love. You are amazing.”
Remember: You don’t need to be perfect or have everything together. Just bring your real self.
2. Ask the Core Question
This is the heart of every CHEW:
“If I really believed God loves me as much as He loves Jesus, what would change in me right now?”
Let yourself answer honestly—even if it’s just a word, a feeling, or a simple thought.
3. Pause and Notice
- Take a slow, deep breath
- Whisper “thank you,” smile, or simply notice your heart
- Sit with the possibility of being fully loved, even if you feel nothing
- Notice any shift, comfort, or challenge—don’t rush to fix or solve
4. Celebrate Every Honest Moment
- Every honest moment of awareness is a win
- You don’t have to feel a certain way or have a big “aha” moment
- Celebrate that you paused, answered honestly, and opened your heart to God’s love
- Even a small, honest answer is real progress
Summary: Core CHEW Steps
| Step | What to Do | Key Prompt |
|---|---|---|
| Adore | Center on God’s love with a simple prayer | “Father, thank you for your steadfast love” |
| Ask | Ask the core question that moves love from head to heart | “If I really believed God loves me as much as He loves Jesus, what would change in me right now?” |
| Pause | Take a slow breath and notice your heart | “Whisper ‘thank you’ or simply notice your heart” |
| Celebrate | Acknowledge every honest moment as progress | “Every honest moment of awareness is a win” |
Why 60 Seconds Matters for High Performers
When you regularly connect with God’s love—not just as an idea, but as a living reality—your heart begins to change. Over time, you’ll notice more peace, freedom, and sustainable energy in your work. You become less controlled by the pressure to prove yourself and more able to create, lead, and serve from overflow rather than emptiness.
Research shows that high performers actually perform better when they operate from secure identity rather than driven striving. The Core CHEW is your quickest pathway to that security, available anytime you need it most.
Real-Life Core CHEW Examples
Before a difficult meeting: “If I really believed God loves me as much as He loves Jesus, what would change right now?” I would listen with genuine curiosity instead of defensiveness, knowing my worth isn’t on trial.
During overwhelming deadlines: “If I really believed God loves me as much as He loves Jesus, what would change right now?” I would work with focused energy instead of frantic anxiety, trusting that God’s approval isn’t based on my output.
After a professional setback: “If I really believed God loves me as much as He loves Jesus, what would change right now?” I would process this with honesty instead of shame, knowing that disappointments don’t diminish my identity as God’s beloved child.
The Core CHEW Card
Print or download the Core CHEW from here and keep it handy before tough conversations, temptations, or decision points.
Normalize the Process
The Core CHEW isn’t about generating perfect feelings or having breakthrough moments every time. It’s about building a reflex of returning to God’s love in the small spaces of your day. Some Core CHEWs will feel powerful, others might feel routine, and that’s exactly right. God delights in your return to Him, not your emotional intensity or spiritual performance.
CHEW On This™:
If you really believed that God’s love for you is as constant and complete as His love for Jesus, how would that change your approach to today’s biggest challenge or opportunity?
Community Call
The Core CHEW works best when it becomes a shared rhythm. Consider introducing it to your team, family, or accountability group this week. Share what changes when you pause for 60 seconds to remember you’re loved—not just productive, capable, or necessary, but truly beloved.
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Chew on God’s Love. Live Transformed. Multiply Hope.
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