Skip to content
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Youtube
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest

Welcome to Blessed is She, where we love Jesus and you.

Lent 2023 has arrived. And you've got to get it.

FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS $75+

Shipping FAQ Contact
Search
  • About
  • Prayer
  • Community
  • Shop
  • Experiences
  • Free Resources
Blessed Is She
Account Search Cart
  • About Toggle menu
    • About Blessed is She
    • Staff + Writers
    • BIS Quiz
  • Prayer Toggle menu
    • Devotions
      Devotions
    • Blog
      Blog
    • Blessed is She App
      Blessed is She App
    • Teachable Tuesdays
      Teachable Tuesdays
    • Podcast
      Podcast
  • Community Toggle menu
    • Regional Groups
    • Blessed Brunches
    • Blessed Conversations
    • Blessed is She App
  • Shop Toggle menu
    • By Product Type Toggle menu
      • Accessories
      • Apparel
      • Books
      • Candles
      • Cards
      • Crucifixes
      • Jewelry
      • Lent
      • Posters & Prints
      • Stickers
    • By occasion / use Toggle menu
      • Gifts
      • Home
      • Kids
    • Featured Toggle menu
      • Lent
      • New
      • Sale
    • SHOP ALL
      SHOP ALL
  • Experiences
  • Free Resources
LENT 2023 IS HERE: NEW WINE ➔
FREE SHIPPING ON ORDERS OF $75+

Strength for All Things

Strength for All Things

In every circumstance and in all things I have learned the secret of being well fed and of going hungry, of living in abundance and of being in need. I have the strength for everything through him who empowers me. // Philippians 4:12-13

The fridge had been stocked with a dozen eggs, rashers of bacon, plump sausages, rosy red tomatoes, and a freshly baked loaf of bread. Our Irish vacation was underway. Thrilled to be renting a house, our group of American students had grand plans to make our very own traditional Irish breakfast. Arriving far past sunset the night before, we’d found our lodgings lacking in necessities like towels and top sheets, but no matter, we made do with what we found.

The sun arose, and a trio of us traipsed downstairs to the kitchen only to find it empty of any appliances or wares save for a baking sheet, two plates, a butter knife, and a single wooden spoon. How were we going to grill tomatoes let alone scramble eggs?

Thankfully, we were young and lighthearted; changes were made to the menu, and laughter turned trials into memories.

In Saint Paul’s letter to the Church in today’s reading (Philippians 4:10-19), I’m reminded of the Christian life and growth that happens as we continually place our trust in Christ. Paul wrote, “I have learned the secret of . . . living in abundance and of being in need. I have the strength for everything through Him who empowers me.” The secret isn’t to know everything, have everything, or be able to do it all ourselves.

Instead, we’re called to rely on each other through the Church. That breakfast made solely with a wooden spoon could have become a disaster if we’d focused on all we lacked, but instead we delighted in friends, making good use of what was present, and managing to pull off an almost perfect “Irish breakfast.”

Instead of striving for independence, let us strive for the self-sufficiency that Saint Paul had, flowing out of his trust in God. Our sisterhood here at Blessed is She is a living example of the beauty of community, of women ready to stand alongside you in joy and trials. You’re invited to join in. Not sure how? Start here.

We’re called to rely on each other through the Church. // Sarah OrtizClick to tweet Twitter

listen to today’s devotion

Sarah Ortiz
About Sarah Ortiz
View other posts from the author

Sarah Ortiz is a Catholic convert, wife, and mother to five boys while living in a 200-year-old farmhouse in Western New York. When not folding laundry, she can be found reading, experimenting in the kitchen, keeping the family library, or snagging amazing antique furniture deals. She was a contributing author to Set a Fire. Find out more about her here.

JOIN US
JOIN THE BIS APP
Share
  • Facebook Share on Facebook
  • Twitter Share on Twitter
  • Pinterest Pin it
November 05, 2022 — Sarah Ortiz
Tags: Author_SarahOrtiz Devotions
Left Older Post Back to Devotions Newer Post Right
Welcome to Blessed Is She

Blessed is She is a sisterhood of women who want to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ through their Catholic faith.

Blessed Is She
Quick links
  • About Us
  • FAQ
  • Contact
  • Affiliates Program
  • Internships/Volunteer
Social
  • YouTube
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • Amazon
Amazon American Express Apple Pay Diners Club Discover Meta Pay Google Pay Mastercard PayPal Shop Pay Venmo Visa
  • Privacy Policy
  • Shipping & Returns
  • Terms of Service
© 2023 Blessed Is She. Powered by Shopify