What does "being strong" mean to you? Being strong can mean so much! It’s not just physical bodily strength (although it certainly can be! #girlpower), but strength of character as well. To me being strong means doing the right thing, even when it is hard. Consistently choosing better. Whether that is speaking up against injustice when no one else is, or being faithful to your commitments even when you’re tired and would prefer to skip out.

How do you encourage other women to be strong? Seeing others’ strengths and calling them out, in a real and genuine way. Women can be so terrible with comparison. Why do we do that to ourselves?? We compare our bodies, our parenting, our spouses, marriages, houses, careers (or lack of)... it’s toxic. But when we truly see the strengths in another woman and, rather than be jealous or intimidated by them, choose to encourage that aspect of her... that draws out the strength of individuals in a beautiful way.

Ashley’s Intentional Act of Kindness

How did you use the $100? I was able to gift it to a family who was moving and had huge financial needs. The Lord brought them to mind! It was also Christmas time and they were not sure how they were going to be able to get gifts for their children. This was able to help!

What was the ‘Intentional Act of Kindness’ process like for you? Really fun! It is such a joy to be able to give to others who were in need and be a conduit for Jesus to love them and meet practical needs.