Philippians 4:8 studies, day eight – “Praiseworthy”

It’s been a week and a day since 2026 began, and we’re almost done picking apart Philippians 4:8, one word at a time. Today’s word is “praiseworthy,” which in a couple of different passages translates to “to the praise of His glory” or “to the glory and praise of God.” The point is that everything …

Philippians 4:8 studies, day seven – “Excellent”

On the seventh day of 2026, we proclaim the excellencies of Philippians 4:8 for the seventh time this year ; ) There are only two verses that use the exact word translated as “excellence” in Philippians 4:8, each from one of the apostle Peter’s letters. 1 Peter 2:9 is so beautiful, and I will likely …

Philippians 4:8 studies, part six – “Commendable/Admirable”

Today is day sixth day of 2026, and the sixth day of admiring all that Philippians 4:8 has to offer us. Today’s word is Commendable, which other translations render as Admirable. It has the idea of being above reproach, viewed as a generally decent person by those around you. Like the word “honorable” from a …

Philippians 4:8 studies, day five – “Lovely”

It’s the fifth day of 2026, and the fifth day of devouring the loveliness of Philippians 4:8 ! Today’s word is “lovely,” which translates also to “acceptable, pleasing.” My ESV Study Bible’s notes on today’s verse say that although Christians are completely justified from the moment of initial salvation, we do things that either please …

Philippians 4:8 studies, part four – “Pure”

Today is day four of 2026, and day four of peeling back the layers of Philippians 4:8, one word at a time. Today’s word is “pure,” which refers to a lack of sinfulness or sinful desires. Following the example of Jesus, believers aim to “purify themselves as He is pure” (1 John 3:3), growing more …

Philippians 4:8 studies, part three – “Just/Right”

Today is day three of 2026, and day three of mining Philippians 4:8 for all the goodness it has to offer us : ) Today’s word is “just,” which in some translations is translated as “right,” as in “righteous.” I was actually reflecting on Romans 3:26 during Advent last month, and it uses the same …

Philippians 4:8 studies, part two – “Honorable/Noble”

Today is day two of the new year and day two of breaking apart and meditating on Philippians 4:8, one word at a time! Today’s word is Honorable, which may also be translated as “noble,” depending on your translation of choice. The main idea I got from this word, and the key verse I focused …

Philippians 4:8 study, part one – True

In 2025, I celebrated five years of connecting fandoms of all shapes and sizes with the God I know and the Word I love. One of the verses that has inspired me the most in this ministry/passion project/hobby is Philippians 4:8: Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, …

The Princess T-Shirt Diaries #5: Elsa says “I am enough”

Hi guys, and welcome to another new series of posts! I bought a T-shirt a few months ago with nine different Disney princesses on it. The shirt says “God says I am…” at the top, and each princess has an affirmation/encouraging word along with a verse that’s supposed to go with it. So of course, …

The Princess T-Shirt Diaries #4: Moana, surrounded by God’s love

Hi guys, and welcome to another new series of posts! I bought a T-shirt a few months ago with nine different Disney princesses on it. The shirt says “God says I am…” at the top, and each princess has an affirmation/encouraging word along with a verse that’s supposed to go with it. So of course, …

The Princess T-Shirt Diaries #3: Belle

Hi guys, and welcome to another new series of posts! I bought a T-shirt a few months ago with nine different Disney princesses on it. The shirt says “God says I am…” at the top, and each princess has an affirmation/encouraging word along with a verse that’s supposed to go with it. So of course, …

Finding God in the Hunger Games, Day 9

Happy Pi Day, friends, and welcome to a new series of blog posts! I found this super cool devotional several years ago called Finding God in the Hunger Games, and I’m finally working through it. I’ll be sharing what I learn from each of the thirty-day devotional readings, and applying what I learn using my …

Finding God in the Hunger Games, Day 8

Happy February, friends, and welcome to another installment of our newest blog post series! I found this super cool devotional several years ago called Finding God in the Hunger Games, and I’m finally working through it. I’ll be sharing what I learn from each of the thirty-day devotional readings, and applying what I learn using …

The Princess T-Shirt Diaries #2: Jasmine says Be Brave

Hi guys, and welcome to another new series of posts! I bought a T-shirt a few months ago with nine different Disney princesses on it. The shirt says “God says I am…” at the top, and each princess has an affirmation/encouraging word along with a verse that’s supposed to go with it. So of course, …

Finding God in the Hunger Games, Day 6

Hi, friends, and welcome to our newest series of blog posts! I have loved the Hunger Games series with every fiber of my being ever since I read it for the first time in middle school. I found this super cool devotional several years ago called Finding God in the Hunger Games, and I’m finally …

Princess T-Shirt Diaries #1: Aurora

Hi guys, and welcome to another new series of posts! I bought a T-shirt a few months ago with nine different Disney princesses on it. The shirt says “God says I am…” at the top, and each princess has an affirmation/encouraging word along with a verse that’s supposed to go with it. So of course, …

Finding God in the Hunger Games, Day 5

Happy New Year, friends, and welcome to a new series of blog posts! I love the Hunger Games series more than any other fictional series, ever since I read it for the first time over Thanksgiving break in middle school. I found this super cool devotional several years ago called Finding God in the Hunger …

Finding God in the Hunger Games, Day 4

Happy December, friends, and welcome to a new series of blog posts! I found this super cool devotional several years ago called Finding God in the Hunger Games, and I’m finally working through it. I’ll be sharing what I learn from each of the thirty-day devotional readings, and applying what I learn using my very …

Finding God in the Hunger Games, Day 3

Happy November, friends, and welcome to a new series of blog posts! November has always been Hunger Games month for me, mostly because I first read the series over Thanksgiving break in middle school. I found this super cool devotional several years ago called Finding God in the Hunger Games, and I’m finally working through …

Finding God in the Hunger Games, Day 2

Happy October, friends, and welcome to a new series of blog posts! I found this super cool devotional several years ago called Finding God in the Hunger Games, and I’m finally working through it. I’ll be sharing what I learn from each of the thirty-day devotional readings, and applying what I learn using my very …