My daughter was recently reading the book of Jonah, and we discussed it during our evening devotion. It is a familiar story — the reluctant prophet, the storm, the great fish, the city of Nineveh — but as we talked, certain truths began to leap out at me. The more I reflected on the story, the more I realized that Jonah is not just a book about obedience. It is a book about the Mercy of God. It is a book about the condition of the human heart. And it is a book that challenges

Many people hesitate to spend time, money, or effort on themselves, viewing it as selfish. But what if investing in yourself is actually an act of stewardship? God has entrusted you with a spirit, soul, and body designed for His purpose. In this post, discover why caring for yourself is not self-centered—it is honoring God's investment in you.