Join the Holy 40 Soft Challenge: A Christian Morning Routine for Spiritual Growth
The video introduces the Holy 40 Soft challenge, a 40-day Christian program designed to foster spiritual growth through intentional habits like daily Bible study, prayer, healthy eating, and journaling. Ashley shares her personal morning routine, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing God's Word and community to cultivate a balanced, faith-filled lifestyle. The challenge encourages viewers to step into their full potential in Christ by building sustainable habits.
Introduction to the Holy 40 Soft Challenge [00:01:33]
The Holy 40 Soft challenge is introduced as a 40-day Christian program focused on growing closer to God and reaching one's full potential in Him. It's a modified version of a previous challenge, designed to be less aggressive and more focused on gentle, sustainable habits.
Holy 40 Soft Challenge Guidelines [00:01:55]
The guidelines for the Holy 40 Soft challenge include:
- Waking up before 8:00 a.m. [00:02:29]
- Reading the Bible for at least 10 minutes [00:02:32]
- Avoiding social media before Bible reading [00:02:35]
- Taking a 15-minute prayer walk [00:02:40]
- Completing a 30-minute daily workout [00:02:42]
- Eating whole foods 80% of the time [00:02:44]
- Getting 7-8 hours of sleep [00:03:03]
- Actively participating in a Christian community [00:03:11]
Bible Study [00:04:06]
The video emphasizes the importance of starting each day with the Word of God to shape one's heart and mind.
- Psalm 5:3 is quoted: "In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly." [00:05:20]
- Reading the Bible daily strengthens intimacy with God and helps in making decisions rooted in peace. [00:05:30]
- It's recommended to read the Bible before checking your cell phone to avoid distractions. [00:06:00]
- The Tree community is mentioned as a resource for Bible study and Christian fellowship. [00:06:51]
Morning Fitness: Prayer Walks & Daily Workout [00:07:46] [00:09:41]
Prayer walks are presented as a way to combine physical exercise with spiritual connection, allowing for conversation with God while getting steps in. The video also encourages a 30-minute daily workout to honor the body as a temple.
- The presenter shares that she thanks God for what is on her heart at the moment and lifts up needs. [00:08:01]
- It encourages viewers to talk to God as a friend and trust that the Holy Spirit will provide the words to say. [00:08:19]
- Prayer walks can also help achieve daily step goals, aiming for 10,000 steps per day. [00:09:07]
- Engaging in worship music during exercise can enhance the spiritual experience. [00:10:36]
A phone displaying a worship music playlist on Spotify [ 00:10:37 ]
Healthy Breakfast Ideas [00:11:34]
A healthy breakfast is highlighted as an important part of the morning routine for nourishing the body.
- The presenter shares her breakfast recipe: oats with berries, vanilla protein powder, peanut butter, cinnamon, and chicken sausage. [00:12:06]
- The breakfast provides 30g of protein and takes only 10 minutes to prepare. [00:12:42]
Christian Journaling Prompts [00:14:22]
Journaling is recommended as a way to reflect on what God is teaching and showing you, especially during the 40-day challenge.
- Journaling helps in reflecting on ways you're learning and growing from the Lord. [00:14:47]
- It is useful for reflecting on areas in which the Lord is pruning. [00:15:01]
- John 15:2 is quoted: "Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful." [00:15:14]
- Reflecting on areas to let go of, such as addictions, unhealthy habits, toxic relationships, or thought patterns, is encouraged. [00:15:37]
Prophetic Journaling [00:16:56]
The presenter encourages creating a prophetic journal to record prophetic words and dreams that resonate with you.
- She suggests writing down prophetic words received from others that resonate with you, noting instances where multiple people confirm similar words. [00:16:11]
- Writing down prophetic dreams that are from God is also encouraged. [00:17:11]
- Going back to the journal and what God has said can serve as a reminder of God's promises during times of sadness. [00:17:03]
Trusting God's Guidance [00:17:35]
The presenter shares a personal story about trusting God's guidance to attend a prayer meeting despite transportation challenges.
- She felt the Lord telling her to get an Uber to attend the prayer meeting when her car was in the shop. [00:18:17]
- She trusted God's promise that she would get a ride back home and that He would provide the money spent. [00:18:47]
- A sweet girl provided a ride home, demonstrating God's provision and validating her trust. [00:19:33]
Joining a Christian Community [00:22:19]
The video emphasizes the importance of Christian community and encourages viewers to join.
