I'm excited to invite you to join me in an exciting collision of my two worlds. For 11 years, I have built a writing career online. It started through blogging, and has moved to social media posts and substack newsletters. The wonders of the Internet. I've written two books: Not All Who Wander Spiritually Are Lost and Shaky Ground: What To Do After The Bottom Drops Out. I've reviewed countless books and worked on a number of collaborative projects.
My latest collaboration releases Tuesday, August 5th. The Message Women's Devotional Bible. Alongside the full text of The Message, this Bible has close to 400 devotional pieces written by 82 contributors, all women of diverse ages, vocations, backgrounds, races, and ethnicities. In addition, the publishing team who worked on this project—editorial, typesetting, design, etc.—is almost entirely women! Conversations about this project started back in 2021, which gives you an idea about the monumental task of making sure a Bible is published with excellence. This new Bible is available in hardcover, leather look, large print, and as an e-book (prices range from $29.99 to 55.28).
In addition to book introductions, many of the devotions in these pages focus on those passages in the Bible that can make us squirm. They often leave us wrestling with God for answers, which is of course a blessing because time spent with God. What do these passages tell us about the condition of man? More importantly, what do they show us about the heart of God? I was honored to have six devotionals included in this project. I cannot wait for you to read my prayerfully-constructed reflections, along with a number of my writer friends. What a thrill to know so many women who collaborated here.
To celebrate the release of this new Bible, I want to share a special experience with you if you'd be open to it. Starting August 11th, I'll be leading people through a 21-day spiritual practice where we will
- Read Bible verses from The Message Women's Devotional Bible
- Use the Emotional Aromatherapy essential oils kit from doTERRA for emotional connection and healing*
- Pray using scripture prompts and breath prayers
- Read about bonus activities for participants below
For those participating, there will be a community group where we share about our experiences throughout the 21 days. I'll also share a weekly video highlighting one of my own devotionals from this Bible.
New to essential oils? No problem. I've done a deep dive into the world of pure essential oils (doTERRA has the best) these last two years, and appreciate the emotional work they can do in our spirits, as well as the support they offer our physical bodies and minds. I'll be sharing general education about the benefits of essential oils in the community group, as well as specific uses for the essential oil blends found in the Emotional Aromatherapy Kit we're using. Using breath prayers, silence, and the fragrance of essential oils have been powerful additions to my daily time with the Lord. I trust you'll appreciate what we learn in this time together as well.
I want to give you plenty of time to order the materials you need to participate. Long-time customers of doTERRA may already have some of these oils, so no need to purchase a new kit. Just grab the ones you don't already have (this might be a good time to use some of your rewards points). Do you need to purchase the new Message Bible? Not necessarily, but I believe the devotions found in this Bible will give you fresh I insight and be a blessing.
Ready to join us? Email me, Traci, at tdhnow@gmail.com and I'll add you to the list! We can also confirm you have everything you need to participate. I look forward to this time together. No purchase is required, participation is optional.
*I am a doTERRA wellness advocate. Those new customers who use my link above to enroll will get free wholesale membership and wholesale pricing for a year. Interested in getting monthly Rewards by signing up for a doTERRA subscription? I'm happy to give you information on that. You can order one time or occasionally as well.
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