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Spring Into Action: Breaking Old Habits by Rev. Maria Guzman

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Hello Brave Hearted Steppers, Spring is a season of renewal. It is when dormant seeds sprout and flowers bloom. It is a perfect time to take inventory of our lives and make room for growth, starting by shedding the habits that no longer serve us. As Brave Hearted Steppers, we are called to live with intentionality, courage, and a wholehearted devotion to God. That means not just stepping forward, but stepping Brave Heartedly. What are your old habits costing you? Old habits can make you feel comfortable, but they often keep you stuck in a spiritual, emotional, or even physical bind that holds you back. Whether it's procrastination, negative self-talk, fear-driven decisions, or disconnection from God's Word. These habits can cloud your clarity and dim your light. The Bible says in Hebrews 12:1 NLT: "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily tr...

Spring Into Action: Brave Hearted With All Your Heart

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Hello Brave Hearted Steppers!  I hope your Thursday went well! Welcome to Day 21 of our series called "Spring Into Action: Whatever you do, step Brave Heartedly with all your heart - Colossians 3:23." This is our last Spring Into Action Application for this month! Today's topic is  Brave Hearted With All Your Heart .  The Bible says in Colossians 3:23 NLT, " Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people." Today's Spring Into Action Application is that this is your season to go all in. No holding back. Live Brave Hearted, for the glory of God.   Today's Pause, Pray, Take 30! is to pray for courage to live each day fully, boldly, and with your whole heart. The first Expect the Suddenly daily dose of Brave Hearted encouragement will be posted on Monday, June 2, 2025! Many Blessings, Rev. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Spring Into Action: Practice Patience

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Hello Brave Hearted Steppers!  I hope your Wednesday went well! Welcome to Day 20 of our series called "Spring Into Action: Whatever you do, step Brave Heartedly with all your heart - Colossians 3:23" Today's topic is  Practice Patience .  The Bible says in Psalm 27:14 NLT, "Wait patiently for the Lord. Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord." Today's Spring Into Action Application is that sometimes being Brave Hearted is staying still when everything in you wants to move. Today's Pause, Pray, Take 30! is to pray for strength to wait well. Next Spring Into Action daily dose of Brave Hearted encouragement will be posted on Friday, May 30, 2025! Many Blessings, Rev. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

The Brave Hearted Ministry is bringing a new series starting June 2, 2025!

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  Dear Brave Hearted Steppers, I am happy to announce the launch of a brand-new Brave Heart Ministry series titled "Brave Hearted Steppers, Expect the Suddenly, Acts 2:1-4". This series will begin on Monday, June 2, 2025, with fresh, inspiring content including Pause, Pray, Take 30! Be sure to mark your calendars and join us as we Brave Heartedly expect the suddenly together! Many Blessings, Rev. Maria Guzman  Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Spring Into Action: Be Honest With God

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Hello Brave Hearted Steppers!  I hope your Tuesday went well! Welcome to Day 19 of our series called "Spring Into Action: Whatever you do, step Brave Heartedly with all your heart - Colossians 3:23" Today's topic is Be Honest With God .  The Bible says in Psalm 62:8 NLT, "O my people, trust in him at all times. Pour out your heart to him, for God is our refuge. Interlude" Today's Spring Into Action Application is that God can handle your honesty. Brave Hearted faith invites Him into your real, raw emotions.   Today's Pause, Pray, Take 30! is to pour out your heart honestly to God. Next Spring Into Action daily dose of Brave Hearted encouragement will be posted on Thursday, May 29, 2025! Many Blessings, Rev. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Spring Into Action: Stay Focused

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Hello Brave Hearted Steppers!  I hope your Monday went well! Welcome to Day 18 of our series called "Spring Into Action: Whatever you do, step Brave Heartedly with all your heart - Colossians 3:23" Today's topic is  Stay Focused .  The Bible says in Philippians 3:13-14 NLT, "13 No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us." Today's Spring Into Action Application is that distractions drain your courage. Fix your eyes on what matters most.   Today's Pause, Pray, Take 30! is to pray for focus and freedom from distractions. Next Spring Into Action daily dose of Brave Hearted encouragement will be posted on Wednesday, May 28, 2025! Many Blessings, Rev. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry

Spring Into Action: Be Still and Brave Hearted

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  Hello Brave Hearted Steppers!  I hope your weekend went well! Welcome to Day 17 of our series called "Spring Into Action: Whatever you do, step Brave Heartedly with all your heart - Colossians 3:23" Today's topic is  Be Still and Brave Hearted .  The Bible says in Psalm 46:10 NLT, "Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world." Today's Spring Into Action Application is that stillness is strength. Resting in God’s sovereignty is a Brave Hearted act of trust.   Today's Pause, Pray, Take 30! is to pray for peace and trust in the quiet places. Next Spring Into Action daily dose of Brave Hearted encouragement will be posted on Tuesday, May 27, 2025! Many Blessings, Rev. Maria Guzman Founder of Brave Hearted Ministry