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Hey there! I’m Jodie, and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a wife, a mom, and a writer who thinks God is infinitely tender, infinitely strong, and infinitely the reason why we can live lives marked by grace, purpose, and joy. He’s pretty amazing, and nothing makes me happier than getting to talk about Him with friends like you! Read More

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Sharing Your Faith (Hint: Don’t do what I did)

May 14, 2021

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Unanswered Prayers (and What God Says We Can Do)

May 7, 2021

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Pray that Your Kids Get Caught

April 9, 2021

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Taking a moment to look back at God's goodness in

Taking a moment to look back at God's goodness in seasons of change. This pic of my family (July 4, 2001, taken in Coronado, CA!) reminded me of the encouragement I received from @momsinprayer

We moved a LOT when our children were young, and every time we hit a new town I had three goals…

1. Find the grocery store (because they always had a "club" you could join for discounts, and being invited to be in a club made us feel welcome),
2. Find the library (yes, it was our older girls' favorite hangout spot),
3. Find a group of moms who would help me pray for my family (thank you @momsinprayer)!

These kids are all grown up now, married (or almost!) and starting families of their own. And as I look back on God’s faithfulness in their lives - and his continued provision today - all I can do is say THANK YOU. 💕

The Bible says we should rejoice with those who re

The Bible says we should rejoice with those who rejoice and mourn with those who mourn. But the comparison trap -- stacking our successes against someone else’s -- can make it hard to celebrate a friend’s victory. “Comparison,” as Teddy Roosevelt put it, “is the thief of joy.”

Where is comparison stealing your joy? Have you believed the lie that God’s provision for someone else somehow diminishes his ability - or his desire - to bless you? Are you jealous of someone else’s accomplishments? Wealth? Looks? Family?

Seeds of envy and insecurity cannot take root in a soil that has been cultivated with gratitude. If you want to know more, check out my new book, “Praying the Scriptures for Your Life,” where you’ll find reflections and prayers to help you survive the comparison trap, along with 30 more life-shaping topics!

P.S. Pre-order my new book today and receive free bonuses, including the “Five for Five” video devotions you can watch in just five minutes a day! (Psst: The first one is on the comparison trap!) Link in bio - or head over to JodieBerndt.com for all the details. #fiveforfive #prayingthescriptures @zondervanbooks

Best #MothersDay Gift: A new “bump” in the fam

Best #MothersDay Gift: A new “bump” in the family! (Psst: It’s a BOY! 💙)

But wait. There’s more.
Move over #MikeLindell. Cuz *MY* pillow ➡️ (aka my Mother’s Day present) combats vertigo, migraines, and bad hair days. 😂#ThanksKids #OstrichPillow #IWillActuallyUseIt

Happy Mother’s Day! 💕 #MothersDay #flourish

Happy Mother’s Day! 💕

#MothersDay #flourish #prayingthescriptures

Friends! We’re just about a month away from the

Friends! We’re just about a month away from the release date (June 8!) and I wanted to let you know why I am SO EXCITED about this new book!

There was a time when I thought it was kinda selfish to pray about my own needs and concerns. (Anybody relate?) But then God set me straight. He LOVES it when we talk to him about the little (and big!) details of our lives!

“Praying the Scriptures for Your Life” is, in a nutshell, a way of taking Jesus up on his John 15 invitation. It’s a way of letting his words create our desires and give shape to our prayers, setting us up for the rich and satisfying life that he came to give!

This book is easy to use, with super short chapters that keep the focus on how our prayers can line up with God’s plans. Whether we’re talking about friendships, family dynamics, money management, or things like overcoming worry and fear, each chapter includes selected scripture readings, questions that invite reflection, and a dozen or so scripture-based prompts that equip us to pray with confidence and power.

I seriously CANNOT WAIT to share this book with you! And if you’re just as excited, drop a comment and share this post on your story for your chance to win a free copy…I’ll pick three names at random and pop your book in the mail as soon as I get my hands on the very first printing! #booklinkinprofile 😊

#prayingthescriptures #faith #giveaway

When God doesn't answer your prayers… Prayers

When God doesn't answer your prayers…

Prayers may not always be answered the way that we want. We might struggle with disappointment or questions. Can you relate? I know I can! But I love David’s words in Psalm 13:1-6. He starts out feeling sad and forgotten by God, but when he decides to trust God he winds up rejoicing!

I thought disappointment, sadness, and anger were terrible things, things that had no place in the life of a "real" Christian. But when they invite us to press into God—to climb into our heavenly Father's embrace—our heartaches and unanswered prayers become agents of connection. They become places where God can showcase his tenderness as he heals our hearts and binds up our wounds.

So how can we stay connected to God when he seems silent? That’s what we’re talking about on the blog this week - get the full post at jodieberndt.com. I hope you’ll be encouraged...and that you’ll lean into our good Father today! @club31women

Today is the National Day of Prayer. We have marke

Today is the National Day of Prayer. We have marked this day as a nation for 70 years!

This year’s prayer is for God to pour out LOVE, LIFE, and LIBERTY. I think that’s a beautiful prayer because God IS love (1 John 4:8), he came to give us life (John 10:10), and his deepest desire is to set us free (John 8:36)! How incredible is our God?!

If you’re looking for something to ask God today, why not join me in taking the words of Psalm 16:11 and personalizing them as a prayer for yourself, for our country, or for anyone on your heart:

“Show us the path of life; fill us with joy in your presence.” (Psalm 16:11)

Be blessed!
#NationalDayofPrayer #PrayingNation #prayingthescriptures #faith

Heart is kinda bursting after a family weekend in

Heart is kinda bursting after a family weekend in #Charleston celebrating @mbpowel and @mattnichols3 🥂... plus our
#goldenbirthday girl Annesley (30 looks amazing on you!) 🎉... and introducing Noah to her great-grandparents! 💕💕💕

Special shout outs to:
@_anne_bennett and @isabelburnett for teaching us how to Insta-Walk 😂...
@marionlawton for being the BEST GrandMern EVER (#HaveNannyWillTravel 👊🚗)...
@geoffcole - the world’s most patient “she’s in the dressing room” husband 🛍🛍🛍...
And limbo-cousins @hillaryblakeley and @tropichanna

#WeddingJoy #BirthdayGirl #FamilyForever 🥰🥰🥰
#MissingMary (Next time @mosurfvabeach 💕)

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