Today Was Sabbath
Today was Sabbath. Every Saturday is Sabbath for me. It’s not always been Saturdays though. My husband takes Friday as his Sabbath. When I worked more on the weekends, Wednesday was my Sabbath. If you’ve spent much time around me, you know how important this weekly day of rest is for my life and faith. […]
Today Was a Hurricane
Today was a hurricane. Literally, there was a hurricane. I would probably also say “today was a hurricane” when it was a stressful day, but that’s not what I mean in this blog. Hurricane Helene came through this weekend and wreaked unbelievable havoc on the southeast. While hurricanes are common this time of year, the […]
Today I Was Anxious
Today I was anxious. It’s been a week full of anxiety-inducing events. I felt anxious, unsure, sad, and mad all at the same time. I wonder if maybe you felt the same way? Weeks like this can bring down the morale of the whole culture. Another school shooting, the anniversary of the attack on 9/11, […]
Today I Ate Taco Bell
Today I ate Taco Bell. I ordered my favorite $3 nachos and devoured them with a side of spicy potatoes! Nachos have always been one of my favorite foods. Matt and I even served a nacho bar at our wedding! When it comes to chips, cheese, and whatever other toppings happen to be available, I […]
Today I Abided
Today I abided. I fasted and prayed as part of my Sabbath. When these three spiritual rhythms are combined, the mystery of God is on display in a way that’s hard to explain. I talk a lot about Sabbath when I teach. I share a little about prayer–mostly that it’s the weakest area of my […]
Today I Went to a Football Game
Today I went to a football game. It was my first NFL game ever! I’ve lived in the Jacksonville, Florida area for two years now, also known as Duval County. Or, more colloquially, DUUUVALLLLL! One thing I’ve noticed about living in a variety of places is the varying commitments to the sports teams in each […]
Today I Felt Nostalgic
Today I felt nostalgic. I’m not a very sentimental person, but today I felt nostalgic as I arrived home from a month in Costa Rica and began to reflect on my time there and the life I was returning home to. August is a big month for me! Matt and I are celebrating eight years […]
Today I Saw Myself
Today I saw myself. You probably saw yourself today, too. We see ourselves often–everytime we look in the mirror. What’s interesting to me about my reflection is that it’s not actually what other people see when they look at me. It’s the inverse. My face is flipped. We cannot look in the mirror and see […]
Today I Fasted
Today I fasted. I abstained from eating food for 24 hours in pursuit of God. Fasting is a unique spiritual practice, because it’s more in your body than in your mind. Scripture reading and prayer, the two most common ways to engage with God, are primarily about your thoughts. There are postures associated with prayer, […]
Today I Challenged My Body
This post was written by Rachel Clare Rodriguez, founder and owner of Inspira: The Lifestyle Brand. Today I challenged my body. Challenging my body is paramount to me, and it’s been months since I’ve challenged myselfphysically. I’ve always been an athlete and enjoy challenging my body. I became a mom nearly six monthsago, and I […]
