Jennifer Roth
Our stories are a collection of moments. Some on the mountaintop, others in the valley, and many in the mundane. I’m learning when we look for God in the details, we find Him. Moment by Moment is a new biweekly newsletter dedicated to the intentional embrace of life's meaningful moments as we journey with Jesus.
⏳ Living Out the Greatest Commandment
Friends, In Mark 12:29-31, Jesus gives us the greatest commandment: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” He adds, “Love your neighbor as yourself.” But what does it truly mean to live out these words moment by moment? Living out this commandment starts with receiving God’s love. Before we can fully love God and others, we must let His love permeate our hearts, shaping our thoughts, actions, and entire beings....
⏳ Staying Rooted
Friends, I hope your August is off to a great start. I’m excited to catch up after taking a bit of a digital break in July. It wasn’t strategically planned, but I felt a gentle nudge from the Spirit to unplug, and it turned out to be just what I needed. It allowed me to focus my thoughts, deepen my prayers, gain perspective, and stay rooted — which July called for a lot of. One of the highlights of this month was hosting the Sacred Storytelling group. Listening to the stories and seeing God’s...
⏳ Navigating Moments of Grief
It’s hard to avoid the presence of sorrow and grief in our lives. Maybe you’re experiencing it now, supporting a friend who is hurting or feeling the heaviness of the headlines. These emotions are all too familiar and can be overpowering and isolating. Grief is a natural but painful part of life, whether it’s from the loss of a loved one, the end of a significant chapter, or the shattering of a dream. Understanding and processing our grief is not just important; it's crucial for both...
⏳ The Path of Obedience
Have you ever found yourself at a strange crossroads, knowing that God is leading you, but it's in a direction you wouldn’t have chosen or anticipated, and you don't understand why? That’s where I am right now. Reflecting back to 2019, I remember a similar life crossroads. God led me to resign from my full-time job and switch to a shorter degree program, which wasn’t the degree I had moved from New York to Texas for. My body couldn’t keep up with the pace, and I knew I needed to slow down. I...
⏳ A Day of Surrender
Hey Friend, Today holds great significance for me, and I want to share a part of my journey with you. Twenty-six years ago, on May 24th, a pivotal moment unfolded in my life that changed everything. It was the Sunday of Memorial Day weekend. That Saturday night, I had gone to a party, hanging out and drinking with friends. At one point, I tried to sneak out to my car to grab something, but one of my friends stopped me. She knew what I was up to. You see, I had picked up another habit. Besides...
⏳ The Path of Humility
Reader, This past Sunday, as we commemorated Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem, I was reminded of the profound humility displayed by our Savior. He didn't come to earth demanding recognition or praise. Instead, He chose to humble Himself, taking on the form of a servant and obediently walking the path of sacrifice. Philippians 2 highlights the humility of Jesus. Despite being in the very nature of God, He didn't consider equality with God as something to be grasped. Instead, He emptied...
⏳ Capturing Life's Moments: The Transformative Power of Journaling
Reader, In the midst of the busyness of life, finding moments of stillness and reflection can feel like a luxury. Yet, it is often in these quiet moments that we discover the most profound truths about ourselves and our connection to God. As you peruse through this newsletter, I encourage you to consider the practice of journaling — a simple yet profound tool that has enriched my spiritual journey in ways I could never have imagined. Journaling means different things to different people, and...
⏳ Finding Meaning in Every Moment
Finding Meaning in Every Moment Reader, Have you ever stopped to think about how the moments that make up our day are the stories that ultimately shape our lives? It's mind-blowing when you think about it. Each laugh, each tear, each unexpected turn – they all influence the narrative of our journeys. Even the most seemingly mundane part of our day is significant when we pause to recognize God in that moment. For many years, I went full speed, from one thing to the next, and then crashed until...
⏳ Moment by Moment | Welcome
Moment by Moment Today, I am thrilled to share an exciting chapter – the launch of Moment by Moment, a biweekly newsletter dedicated to the intentional embrace of life's meaningful moments as we journey with Jesus. The title holds profound significance for me, tracing back to a time nearly two decades ago when life felt like an unending struggle. In the midst of depression, health challenges, and the fractures of divorce, each day felt too long to manage. The concept of navigating life...
Our stories are a collection of moments. Some on the mountaintop, others in the valley, and many in the mundane. I’m learning when we look for God in the details, we find Him. Moment by Moment is a new biweekly newsletter dedicated to the intentional embrace of life's meaningful moments as we journey with Jesus.