The Used By God Blog

How to Shop Intentionally: Keeping Christ at the Center of Christmas Shopping

Intentional, Christ-centered Christmas shopping is not about perfection—it’s about purpose. It’s about slowing down long enough to ask, “How can my giving reflect God’s love?” Whether you choose sc...

How to Show God’s Love Through Hospitality This Thanksgiving

Showing God’s love through hospitality is one of the most powerful ways to reflect Christ during Thanksgiving. It’s not about the size of your home, the beauty of your table, or the perfection of y...

Thanksgiving Prayers to Share Around the Table

Thanksgiving prayers are more than moments of tradition—they are opportunities to reflect God’s goodness, draw loved ones closer, and set a tone of worship and gratitude in your home. Whether your ...

10 Thoughtful Faith-Based Gift Ideas for Christmas 2025

Christmas is the perfect time to exchange gifts that go beyond the surface and point back to the true meaning of the season—God’s love made real through Christ. Whether you choose apparel, devotion...

5 Ways to Make Thanksgiving More Meaningful with Family Traditions

At its core, Thanksgiving is about remembering. Remembering the goodness of God. Remembering the blessings that surround us. Remembering that love, not abundance, makes a home rich. When gratitude ...

Finding Gratitude in Every Season: A Christian Perspective on Thanksgiving

Your story, your blessings, and even your challenges all tell of a faithful God who never changes. Gratitude opens the door to deeper joy, stronger faith, and greater peace. Whether you’re in a sea...

Why Your Story Matters: God Uses Your Testimony to Inspire Others

Your story matters because you matter to God. Every time you share how He’s worked in your life, you reveal another glimpse of His heart. Your testimony might seem small to you, but to someone else...

Walking in Humility: The Secret to Being Used Mightily by God

Walking in humility isn’t about living small—it’s about letting God be big in your life. It’s surrendering control so He can write a story greater than anything you could imagine. When you walk hum...

Overcoming Fear and Doubt When God Wants to Use You

Fear and doubt are part of every great faith journey. But when God wants to use you, the only thing He asks is that you say yes. The rest — the strength, the wisdom, the courage — will come from Hi...

The Beauty of Serving Others as a Way of Serving God

Serving others is not a duty—it’s a privilege. It allows us to be Used By God in ways we may never fully understand. It deepens our connection to Him, shapes our character, and spreads His love to ...