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Soul Food 🙏🏾🪴🩷…When God Says, “Arise”: Stepping Into a New Season

“The fig tree forms its early fruit; the blossoming vines spread their fragrance.

Arise, come, my darling; my beautiful one, come with me.”

~Song of Songs 2:13 (NIV)

Hello family! Have you ever felt stuck in a waiting season longing for healing, clarity, or the confidence to move forward? Many women faithfully show up for life while feeling something inside them is still dormant. Song of Songs 2:13 reminds us that God works in seasons, and He knows exactly when it’s time for you to rise.

This verse is a picture of awakening. Fruit is forming. Fragrance is filling the air. Growth is no longer hidden beneath the soil, it’s visible.

Before God says “Arise,” He points to the evidence of readiness. The fig tree doesn’t rush its fruit, and the vine doesn’t force its bloom. Everything happens in its appointed time. In the same way, the season you thought was stagnant may have been sacred preparation.

God doesn’t call us forward with pressure or shame. He calls us with love. He sees the beauty in us even when we’ve been doubting ourselves. He invites us not just to move, but to move with Him.

Growth doesn’t always look loud. Sometimes it looks like quiet faithfulness, unseen healing, and courage slowly returning. And when the time is right, God gently says, “It’s time. Come with Me.”

You may be entering a season where God is asking you to stop hiding in survival mode and start walking in purpose. The fruit forming in your life; your wisdom, resilience, compassion, and faith didn’t appear overnight. It was cultivated through prayer, patience, and perseverance.

If God is calling you to arise, it doesn’t mean you have to have everything figured out. It simply means He’s ready to lead you into what He’s already been preparing.

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for being a God of perfect timing. Help me trust the seasons You allow in my life. Give me the courage to arise when You call and the faith to walk with You into what’s next. Remind me that I am loved, chosen, and beautifully created for purpose. Amen.

Reflection:

  • What fruit has been quietly forming in my life?
  • Where might God be inviting me to arise instead of retreat?

Sometimes the most powerful step forward begins with simply saying, “Yes, Lord. I’ll come with You.”

Live faithfully,

Ronni Lauren🩷

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Soul Food 🙏🏾🪴🩷…Trust and Do Good: Living Rooted in God’s Faithfulness

“Trust in the Lord, and do good; dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness.”

~Psalm 37:3 NKJV

Hello family! Have you ever found yourself doing all the “right” things, yet still wondering if God sees you? You’re trusting, praying, waiting and if you’re honest, sometimes it feels like nothing is moving. Psalm 37:3 meets us right there, in that space between faith and frustration, and gently reminds us how we’re called to live while we wait.

Trust isn’t passive. It’s not pretending everything is fine or ignoring the questions in your heart. Trust is choosing God even when the outcome is unclear. It’s placing your hope in His character, not in circumstances lining up the way you planned. Trust says, “God, I don’t understand this season, but I still believe You are good.”

While we’re waiting on God to move, He calls us to keep living with purpose. Keep loving. Keep showing up. Keep being kind when it would be easier to withdraw. Doing good in the waiting keeps our hearts soft and aligned with Him.

 Don’t rush past the season you’re in. God is present here, not just in the future you’re hoping for. Dwelling means staying rooted instead of restless, choosing peace over panic, and believing that God can meet you exactly where you are.

God invites us to nourish our souls with reminders of who He’s been. Remember the prayers He’s already answered. The doors He’s opened. The strength He gave you when you thought you wouldn’t make it. When we feed on His faithfulness, fear loses its grip and gratitude takes its place.

Reflection:

Where is God asking you to trust Him more deeply and how can you continue to do good right where you are?

Prayer:

Lord, help me to trust You fully, even when the path ahead feels uncertain. Teach me to do good with a willing heart and to remain rooted in this season. Remind me daily of Your faithfulness, and let it strengthen my faith. Amen.

Family, waiting doesn’t mean wasting. God is working even when you can’t see it. Stay rooted. Stay faithful. Keep trusting. And let His faithfulness be the thing that sustains you.

Go into today choosing trust over fear, goodness over doubt, and faith over frustration!

Live Faithfully,

🩷Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food 🙏🏾🪴🩷… Sowing in Tears, Reaping in Joy

“Bring back our captivity, O Lord, As the streams in the South.

Those who sow in tears Shall reap in joy.

He who continually goes forth weeping, Bearing seed for sowing, Shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, Bringing his sheaves with him.”


‭‭~Psalms‬ ‭126‬:‭4‬-‭6‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Hello family! Have you ever found yourself doing all the right things: praying, believing, showing up, yet wondering if any of it is actually making a difference? Maybe you’re sowing seeds with tired hands and a heavy heart, hoping something will eventually change.

Psalm 126:4–6 is a powerful reminder that God is at work even in seasons that feel dry, delayed, or discouraging. These verses speak directly to those who are sowing in faith while still waiting to see the fruit of their obedience.

God does not waste our tears. He uses them to bring restoration, renewal, and an abundant harvest in His perfect timing.

Keep planting seeds of faith, prayer, obedience, and trust, even when results aren’t immediate. It reassures us that perseverance will be rewarded and that seasons of sorrow can give way to songs of joy.

God is faithful to restore what feels lost and to turn mourning into rejoicing for those who continue to trust Him.

Reflection:

What seeds are you currently sowing in faith, even though the harvest hasn’t appeared yet? How can you continue trusting God with the outcome?

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, You see every tear, every prayer, and every seed sown in faith. When the waiting feels long and the ground feels dry, help me not to lose heart. Strengthen my trust in Your timing and remind me that You are always working, even when I can’t see it. I place my hope in You, believing that joy will come and that You will bring a harvest from what I’ve faithfully planted. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Don’t give up in the waiting. What you sow in faith today will one day be reaped in joy.

Live Faithfully and Sow Seeds,

🩷Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food 🙏🏾🪴🩷…Grace That Rewrites Your Story

“For I am the least of the apostles, who am not worthy to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God.

But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace toward me was not in vain; but I labored more abundantly than they all, yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.”


‭‭~I Corinthians‬ ‭15‬:‭9‬-‭10‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Hello family! Let me ask you this, have you ever looked at your life and wondered, “Why would God choose someone like me?” If so, you’re not alone. The scripture I’m sharing with you today speaks directly to that feeling.

1 Corinthians 15:9-10 is a powerful reminder that God’s grace doesn’t just cover us, it transforms us.

In verse 9, Paul shows that he understood what like to have a past that didn’t align with his present assignment. He once persecuted the very church he later helped build. Maybe you’re carrying something today…regret, shame, insecurity, or a feeling that God couldn’t possibly use someone like you.

Also, please remember that Grace is not about who you were. It’s about who God is.

In verse 10, Paul is showing us that grace doesn’t excuse us from purpose, it empowers us for it. When God places His grace on your life, it shifts the trajectory of your story. It turns weakness into strength, doubt into confidence, and past mistakes into powerful testimony.

God doesn’t just call the qualified, he qualifies the called.

If you’ve been questioning your worth, your calling, or your place in God’s plan, let this verse settle in your heart today:

You are not who your past says you are.

You are who God’s grace is shaping you to be.

And His grace always comes with purpose.

Reflection Question:

Where in your life have you been disqualifying yourself when God has already extended grace?

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for Your grace that finds me, changes me, and carries me. Help me to stop viewing myself through the lens of my past and to embrace who You are calling me to be. Strengthen me to walk boldly in my purpose, knowing that Your grace is working in and through me. Amen.

This week, whenever doubt creeps in, speak this truth over yourself:

“By the grace of God, I am who He says I am.”

Write it down, whisper it in prayer, or declare it until your heart believes it.

Live Faithfully and Aligned with Purpose,

🩷Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food🙏🏾🪴💗…Covered in Calm: Embracing God’s Peace in Every Season

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus”. ~Philippians 4:6-7 NKJV

Hello family! Have you ever caught yourself lying awake at night, replaying the same worries over and over, wondering if this will finally be the thing that breaks you? We’ve all been there. So here’s the question: What do you tend to do first when anxiety shows up: panic, shut down, or try to fix everything yourself?

Philippians 4:6–7 reminds us that there is a better way to face anxiety whenever it tries to rise in our lives.

Instead of carrying the weight alone, we must bring every burden, big or small, before God through prayer and honest conversation. When we choose prayer over panic, surrender over spiraling, something powerful happens: God exchanges our anxiety for His peace. Not a temporary calm or a quick emotional fix, but a deep, guarding peace that covers our hearts and minds like a shield.

This passage is a gentle reminder that peace isn’t found in perfect circumstances; it’s found in God’s presence. When we release what we can’t control, we make room for the peace that surpasses all understanding to settle in.

Reflection:

What worry can you hand over to God today?

Affirmation:

I choose prayer over panic, and God’s peace covers me completely.

Live Faithfully,

💗Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food: 🙏🏾🪴🩷…Finding Strength and Shelter in the Rock That Is Higher Than You

“Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer.

From the end of the earth I will cry to You,

When my heart is overwhelmed;

Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

For You have been a shelter for me,

A strong tower from the enemy.”

~Psalm 61:1–3 (NKJV)

Hello family! Let’s be honest there are days when life just feels heavy. You’re doing your best to keep it together, but inside, your heart feels overwhelmed. Maybe it’s the endless to-do list, the heartbreak you didn’t see coming, or the quiet moments where you wonder if anyone really understands.

If that’s you today, take a deep breath because Psalm 61 is your reminder that you don’t have to be strong on your own.

David didn’t hide his struggle. He cried out to God and said, “When my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the rock that is higher than I.” I love that. He wasn’t asking for all the answers; he was asking to be lifted higher above the noise, above the fear, above the weight of it all.

You don’t have to fix every problem or hold everything together. God is your Rock, your Shelter, your Safe Place. He’s not asking you to do more; He’s inviting you to rest in Him.

So today, instead of trying to carry it all, take your weary heart and lean into His strength. Let Him lift you higher.

Reflection:

When your heart feels overwhelmed, where do you turn first and how can you remind yourself to turn to God as your Rock and Shelter this week?

Prayer:

When my heart feels heavy and my strength fades, lead me to You; the Rock that is higher than I. Thank You for being my refuge, my shelter, and my safe place. Help me release what I cannot control and rest in Your presence. Remind me that I am never alone, even in my most overwhelmed moments. Strengthen my faith and steady my heart in You.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

I’d love to hear from you, Sassy family! 💕

How has God been your Rock in a season when you felt overwhelmed? Share your heart in the comments below. Your story might be the encouragement another woman needs today.

Live Faithfully,

💗Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food 🙏🏾🪴🩷…When You Shine, They See Him: Living as God’s Light

“Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever.” — Daniel 12:3 (NKJV)

Hello family! In a world that often celebrates temporary fame and fleeting success, Daniel 12:3 reminds us of a different kind of shine that never fades. God calls us to live with wisdom and purpose, to reflect His light in everything we do.

When our hearts are aligned with His, our lives become beacons of hope that guide others toward righteousness. This isn’t just about shining for a moment, it’s about leaving an eternal glow that points back to Him.

A life lived for God never goes unnoticed. True wisdom isn’t about knowing it all, it’s about walking closely with God and reflecting His light in a dark world. When we choose to live with integrity, faith, and love, our influence becomes eternal.

Every encouraging word, every act of kindness, every moment spent guiding someone closer to God makes us shine brighter in His eyes. Just like stars that never lose their light, your faith-filled impact will continue to glow long after your time here on earth.

Prayer:

Lord, help me to live a life that shines with Your wisdom and love. Use my words and actions to lead others toward You, and let my light reflect Your glory forever. Amen.

Reflection Question:

How can you shine God’s light today in a way that points someone else toward Him?

Live faithfully! Let your light shine!

💗Ronni Lauren

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More Than a Fairy Tale: Trusting God’s Promise for Love

Hello family! Have you ever felt like God placed a specific love story in your heart? A story so beautiful that it feels like something out of a fairy tale?

Lately, God has been gently reminding me of the promise He planted within me. He’s showing me that the love story He has for me will unfold like a fairy tale written by His hand, full of wonder, growth, and a love that’s worth the wait.

As a little girl, I would spend hours playing with dolls, creating my own worlds and storylines. I didn’t know it then, but even as a child, I was shaping what I believed a healthy relationship and family could look like. Through those playtime moments, I wasn’t just passing the time I was building the blueprint for the love I aspired to experience and the life I dreamed of living. I now realize that what I created was a reflection of what my heart deeply desired for myself.

Even now, God is showing me that the love story He’s placed in my heart is not just a childish dream. It’s a promise.

Fairy tales aren’t just about magical moments and happy endings. They’re about the journey, the challenges, the waiting, and the discovery. In every fairy tale, the main character often faces detours, obstacles, and moments of doubt. Sometimes, they feel overlooked, forgotten, or stuck in an in-between season, unsure if their story will ever unfold the way they hoped.

But what makes a fairy tale beautiful is that the Author always knows the ending.

God is reminding me to wait with the same kind of hope.

To wait with trust.

To wait with patience.

To believe that even in the waiting, my story is being written, and every chapter has purpose.

Sometimes waiting feels like standing on the sidelines, watching everyone else’s story unfold while wondering if mine was ever real. But God is teaching me that I don’t have to write the story myself. I don’t have to chase it, force it, or settle for something less. I just have to trust the One who is writing it.

The love story God placed in my heart will be one of adventure, authenticity, and deep connection…Like the best fairy tales, where love finds you in the most unexpected way, where the journey matters just as much as the ending, and where the story is even more beautiful than you imagined.

If God has placed a love story in your heart, trust that He’s not teasing you. He’s teaching you. Every season of waiting, every detour, and every quiet moment is part of a divine script only He could write. Don’t rush the Author.

The story He’s writing for you will be more beautiful, more meaningful, and more full of purpose than anything you could have imagined. Keep believing. Your fairy tale is unfolding…one faithful page at a time.

Live faithfully!

Love Always,

💗Ronni Lauren

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Soul Food🙏🏾🪴🩷…When Plans Change: Trusting the Lord of the Path

“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.”

-Proverbs 16:9 NIV

Hello, family! Have you ever made detailed plans for your life—mapped out steps and envisioned outcomes—only to find that God took you in a completely different direction? Perhaps you thought you knew the path, only to discover you were walking one you never expected. If this has happened to you, you’re not alone. Proverbs 16:9 gently reminds us of a deeper truth: while we plan our path, God ultimately establishes our steps.

I want to encourage both you and me that, even though we may not see His plans for our lives at this moment, He will reveal them to us in stages throughout our journey. Speaking from experience, facing the unknown and surrendering control is not easy. At times, your faith may feel like it is running on empty, but we must believe in the goodness and consistency of God’s character. Everything happens so we can evolve and grow for our good.

The truth is, our perspective is limited. We plan based on what we see, but God guides us based on what He knows. Surrendering to His direction does not mean we stop planning; rather, it means we hold our plans loosely and trust His wisdom above our own. It’s like drawing a map and then handing the compass to Someone who knows the terrain far better than we do.

Have you ever seen your plans completely fall apart, only to later realize that God was protecting you or redirecting you to something better? Proverbs 16:9 is often understood only in hindsight. The first part of the verse—“In their hearts humans plan their course”—acknowledges that planning is a natural and good part of our lives. We’re meant to be intentional with our time, relationships, and work. However, if we plan without God, we risk moving in a direction that leads us away from His best.

Inviting God into the planning process means praying before acting, listening before deciding, and trusting even when things don’t go the way we hoped. Every step we take, even the ones that feel like detours, is guided by a God who sees the full picture.

Reflection Questions:

  • Have you experienced a time when your plans were redirected by God?
  • How do you typically respond when things don’t go according to your plan?
  • What’s one way you can invite God into your planning this week?

A Prayer:

Lord, I bring my plans before You today. I lay down my desire for control and invite You to direct my steps. Help me to trust that Your way is always better, even when it looks different from mine. Thank You for being the One who guides my path. Amen.

Be Encouraged and Live Faithfully!

Love,

Ronni Lauren💗

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Soul Food🙏🏾🪴💗…Father’s Wisdom: Holding On to a Legacy of Faith

“Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction. Pay attention and gain understanding.

I give you sound learning, so do not forsake my teaching. For I too was a son to my father, still tender and cherished by my mother.

Then he taught me, and he said to me, ‘Take hold of my words with all your heart. Keep my commands, and you will live.”

~Proverbs 4:1-4 (NIV)

Hello and Happy Father’s day, family! Today, we celebrate all of the amazing fathers, father figures, and those who love with the depth and dedication of a father. You are the unsung heroes who shape our lives with unwavering support, endless sacrifices, and timeless wisdom. Your love leaves a lasting impact, creating memories that will be cherished for years to come.

Thank you for everything you do. May you enjoy today, and every day, knowing how deeply you are appreciated and loved!

Proverbs 4:1-4 reminds us that there’s something powerful about a father passing wisdom to his children. In the scripture, we get a glimpse of a sacred conversation—a father instructing his sons with a heart full of experience, love, and spiritual depth.

Solomon urges his children to listen and pay attention, because what he’s sharing is not ordinary advice—it’s a treasure passed down from his own father, King David. This is a generational chain of godly instruction, a legacy built on truth and grounded in relationship.

In a world filled with noise and distraction, the voice of a father teaching with godly wisdom is both rare and needed. This passage reminds us that sound instruction is not meant to control—it’s meant to give life. Solomon says, “Take hold of my words with all your heart; keep my commands, and you will live.”

This is more than obedience—it’s an invitation to cling to truth with all that we are. It’s a father saying, “I’ve walked this path. I know what matters. I want you to flourish.”

Whether or not we had a present or godly earthly father, the verse points us to our Heavenly Father—whose instruction is always good, always life-giving, and always worth holding onto.

This passage also reminds us that we each have a role in shaping someone else’s spiritual journey. Whether as parents, mentors, teachers, or friends, we’re called to pass on wisdom that leads to life. What we model and speak has the power to echo through generations.

Reflection:

Am I listening for the voice of wisdom in my daily life? What godly instruction have I been given that I need to hold on to? How can I become a faithful voice of wisdom in the lives of others?

Let us receive the Father’s instruction with open hearts, and then become faithful stewards of that wisdom—passing it on with love, truth, and humility.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for Your life-giving instruction. Teach me to treasure Your wisdom and walk in it daily. Help me to share it with others, just as it has been shared with me. Amen.

Live Faithfully. Honor the Father’s Voice. Pass On the Legacy. 💛

Love always,

Ronni Lauren💋