Brave Hearted Ministry

Dear Brave Hearted Steppers, I am so excited to share that the Brave Heart Ministry is launching a new series titled "Starting the New Year with God's Guidance - Psalm 119:105" . This series will begin tomorrow  Wednesday, January 1, 2025 , with fresh content available from Monday to Friday. Mark your calendars for this exciting new journey! Many Blessings, Maria Guzman  Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry  

  "Cocoa-mazing Love" "We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in his love. God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in them." 1 John 4:16 NLT  Write a letter to God expressing your love and gratitude. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

 Pause, Pray, Take 30! Take 30 seconds to pray to cultivate a heart of gratitude daily. #PausePrayTake30  

  " Cocoa-rry On with Joy" "And Nehemiah[a] continued, “Go and celebrate with a feast of rich foods and sweet drinks, and share gifts of food with people who have nothing prepared. This is a sacred day before our Lord. Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength !” Nehemiah 8:10 NLT Find joy in a simple activity today, like a walk or a favorite hobby. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Pause, Pray, Take 30! Take 30 seconds and pray for strength. #PausePrayTake30

  " Cocoa-ntinuing the Journey" "And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns." Philippians 1:6 NLT Reflect on your Brave Hearted journey and the progress you’ve made. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

  " Cocoa-llaborating in Love" "Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins." 1 Peter 4:8 NLT Volunteer your time or resources to help someone in need. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

"Cocoa-rrific Hope" " I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit."  Romans 15:13 NLT Share a message of hope with someone who needs encouragement. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry  

  On behalf of the Brave Hearted Ministry, Merry Christmas, and always remember, Jesus is the reason for the season (and every season)! Isaiah 9:6-7 NLT 6 For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 7 His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the Lord of Heaven’s Armies will make this happen! Matthew 1:21 NLT And she will have a son, and you are to name him Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” Many Blessings, Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

  " Cocoa-ntemplating His Goodness" "Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him!" Psalm 34:8 NLT Spend time in nature, appreciating God’s creation and goodness. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

  "Cocoa-mazing Grace" "For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this, not because we deserved it, but because that was his plan from before the beginning of time—to show us his grace through Christ Jesus."  2 Timothy 1:9 NLT Reflect on your calling and how God’s grace plays a role in it. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Pause, Pray, Take 30! Take 30 seconds and pray for those in rehab facilities. #PausePrayTake30  

  "Cocoa Cheers for Blessings" "Whatever is good and perfect is a gift coming down to us from God our Father, who created all the lights in the heavens.[a] He never changes or casts a shifting shadow." James 1:17 NLT List five blessings in your life and thank God for each one. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Pause, Pray, Take 30! Take 30 seconds and pray for your neighbors. #PausePrayTake30  

  " Cocoa-necting with Scripture" "Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path." Psalm 119:105 NLT Spend time reading and meditating on a passage of Scripture. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Pause, Pray, Take 30! Take 30 seconds and pray for a quick recovery for those who are in the hospital. #PausePrayTake30

  "Cocoa Dreams and Visions" "Then, after doing all those things, I will pour out my Spirit upon all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy. Your old men will dream dreams, and your young men will see visions." Joel 2:28 NLT Write down your dreams and ask God for guidance on them. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

  "Choco-therapy for the Soul" "Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28 NLT Take a break today to rest and recharge in God’s presence. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

  " Cocoa-nversations with God" "Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done." Philippians 4:6 NLT Spend time in prayer, bringing your worries to God. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Hello Brave Hearted Steppers,  As I sat with my cup of hot cocoa, I was able to reflect on all the incredible things Brave Hearted Ministry was able to accomplish this year, all for the glory of God: Brave Hearted Faith Quotes Brave Hearted Blog Posts (myself, blog writer team (added a new team member), and the guest blog writer team) Brave Hearted Stepper Quotes Brave Hearted Brave Quotes Brave Hearted Acronyms and Poems Brave Hearted Joy Challenge Brave Hearted - Pause, Pray, Take 30! Method Brave Hearted - A Brave Minute Brave Hearted - Life Applications Brave Hearted - Brave Footprints Devotional Booklet ( Spanish version of this devotional booklet is currently in development.*) Each of these initiatives has been a testament to our collective faith, courage, and dedication. I am deeply grateful for the contributions of the blog writer team and guest writers who have shared their heart and soul with us. As we look forward to the coming year, I am filled with hope and excite...

  "Cocoa Comfort" "3 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. 4 He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us." 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NLT Reflect on a time God comforted you and share that story with someone Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

  "Choco-Latte Love" "So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other." John 13:34 NLT Show love to someone in a special way today. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

  " Cocoa-licious Community" "24 Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. 25 And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near." Hebrews 10:24-25 NLT Connect with a friend or family member for a chat or hot chocolate. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

  "Stirring up Faith" "Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see."  Hebrews 11:1 NLT Write down a prayer request and trust God for the outcome. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

 Pause, Pray, Take 30! Take 30 seconds to pray for those who have lost a loved one. #PausePrayTake30  

"Cocoa with a Side of Kindness" "Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience." Colossians 3:12 NLT Perform a random act of kindness today. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry  

  Hello Brave Hearted Steppers! Here we are in December, the final month of the year—a time for reflection on all that has unfolded over the past twelve months. During this season, it's common for many of us to experience a wide range of emotions—both joy and sorrow. We often reflect on our loved ones, which can stir up a lot of feelings. Naturally, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of the season. With that in mind, I’d like us to take a moment to...breathe and reflect on God’s love. At times, we may lose sight of the true meaning of the season, which is Christ and His love for us. After all, without Him, there would be no reason to celebrate. Just as the gift of salvation would not exist without God's Son, Jesus. This is why we can rejoice in the goodness of Jesus. The fact that God loves us so deeply that He gave us His Son is a true reflection of His love. When I contemplate 1 John 4:10 , it feels like I’m being given a daily gift. “This shows what lov...

"Whipped Up in Worship" "Come, let us sing to the Lord! Let us shout joyfully to the Rock of our salvation." Psalm 95:1 Create a playlist of worship songs and spend time singing along. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry  

"Hot Chocolate Hugs" "We love each other[a] because he loved us first." 1 John 4:19 NLT Reach out to someone you love and express your appreciation for them. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry  

  Pause, Pray, Take 30! Take 30 seconds and pray for your neighbors. #PausePrayTake30

  "Marshmallow Moments of Joy" "You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever. Psalm 16:11 NLT Spend time in prayer and worship, seeking joy in His presence. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Pause, Pray, Take 30! Take 30 seconds and pray for local law enforcement, first responders, etc. #PausePrayTake30  

  "Sippin’ on Sweet Grace" "God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God." Ephesians 2:8 NLT Consider the grace you’ve received. Share a story of grace with someone today. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Pause, Pray, Take 30! Take 30 seconds and pray for those who are in need of complete healing. #PausePrayTake30  

  "Cocoa-nutty for God's Love" "And this hope will not lead to disappointment. For we know how dearly God loves us, because he has given us the Holy Spirit to fill our hearts with his love." Romans 5:5 NLT Reflect on how God’s love fills your heart. Write down moments when you felt His love. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry