Hey Friends –
Do you ever feel overwhelmed? Stressed out?
Perhaps your heart is heavy, or you’re just plain tired.
I’m right there with you, friend.
Truth be told: I desperately want a faith-life filled with passion, purpose, spark and meaning– but most days I feel caught up in the whirlpool of life.
After days filled with trips to Target, waiting at Walgreens, and drop-offs to the dry cleaners — I barely have energy to change my kids’ sheets, much less change the world.
Sweet friend, I wonder if you can relate?
How do we keep from being pulled into a swirling, lackluster, lukewarm routine of life, keeping us from experiencing God’s best?
How do we keep our faith life fired up rather than fizzled out?
Thankfully God’s Word really does teach us the best way to live.
Can I get a Woo Hoo?!
Beginning today — for the next 31 days — let’s explore how to fire up our faith and experience the full, abundant, overflowing life Jesus offers so that we might reflect Him well in the midst of this lost and hurting world.
Anyone with me?
Could you use some fired up faith?
Me too!
Here’s what you can expect for the next 31 days:
- Free printables and downloadables to help you on your faith journey
- Powerful video testimonies from women who have watched God bring beauty from ashes (hint: one testimony is Mary Beth Chapman. Yippee!)
- Giveaways, surprises, & more free stuff!
- Truth-filled, grace-full messages for you — wherever you might be on your faith journey!
Whether you are a brand new Christian, a seasoned Bible teacher, or still trying to figure this whole “Jesus thing” out — I’d love for you to join us for the next 31 days!
Now please know, I am not a perfect woman with polished answers. No siree.
I’m just an ordinary girl in love with an extraordinary God — and a girl who knows first hand that our God is a God of ginormous miracles.
(If this is our first time meeting: you may want to take a moment and watch my testimony. My background includes addiction, grief, single parenting, and drug overdoses. Not kidding. Get to know me more here – Cindy’s testimony on Day of Discovery TV Show )
Are you interested in following along on this faith-filled adventure?
I’ll post the links to each day at the top of this page. Or…You can like my FB page, connect with me on Twitter, or subscribe to my blog via the sidebar. That way you’ll never miss a red-hot day!
Sweet friend, I hope you’ll join me on this 31 day journey. Let’s say NO MORE to lackluster, lukewarm living, and instead ask God to fire up our faith so that we shine bright for Him!
What do you have to lose?
To get started: Day 1 of our 31 Days.
1. Will you please introduce yourself in the comment section? Your name, where you are from, and anything else you’d like to share would be great. I’d love to meet you and pray for you too!
2. Grab a fresh notebook, jot today’s date, and then, if you are comfortable, write out a prayer to God asking Him to ignite you with fresh faith. If you’re not sure what to say, that’s ok — maybe try the frantic father’s prayer from Mark 9:24 MSG, “Jesus, help me with my doubts!”
3. If you have a moment, sing along with this “Start a Fire” song and let it be your October theme song and prayer —
Thanks so much for stopping by 31 Days to Fire Up Your Faith!
May God start a fire in your soul so flammable and contagious — your faith-life is never the same!
Sweet blessings
P. S. Here are the additional posts in the 31 Day Challenge —
- Day 2
- Day 3
- Day 4
- Day 5
- Day 6
- Day 7
- Day 8
- Day 9
- Day 10
- Day 11
- Day 12
- Day 13
- Day 14
- Day 15
- Day 16
- Day 17
- Day 18
- Day 19
- Day 20
- Day 21
- Day 22
- Day 23
- Day 24
- Day 25
- Day 26
- Day 27
- Day 28
- Day 29
- Day 30
- Day 31
I am really excited to join you on this journey. Thanks for leading this faith journey
Thanks for joining us, Ellen! I pray God opens your eyes, ears, & heart and teaches you new things about Who He is and how much you are lavishly loved!
So happy I came across your sight. Ive been looking for a month devotional and yours seems perfect. Cant wait to see what the month brings us. God bless you!!
I forgot to say Im Genevieve and Im from Foley Alabama. The biggest prayer need right now is for my relationship with my daughter.
Genevieve, I pray God removes any obstacles, challenges, and miscommunications with your daughter. May He give you eyes to see her as He sees her, and repair and restore your relationship.
Glad to have you here! 🙂
My name is Mary Santana, I live in Chicago, Il. I’m so excited to get started!
Mary Santana, I’m so glad we sat together in the back at Speak Up last summer that first night of small groups. Glad you are with us, beautiful friend!
I’m Alisa from Wixom, Michigan. Cindy – Thank you for being beautiful you – inside and out and for helping us to start a RED HOT fire in our souls! Looking forward to reading your inspirations for the next 31 days!
Oh Alisa, how can I ever thank you for your encouragement, wisdom, creativity and friendship?! You flat out rock. See you real soon! xoxo
I’m Mindy from Floyd’s Knobs, IN but recently relocated to Valparaiso, IN. I am currently taking the Red Hot Faith bible study so looking forward to taking it one step further with this devotion. Was blessed to hear Cindy’s testimony and her journey to red hot faith on our first day of study. Cindy, you are an inspiration!
Hi Mindy! I’m so glad I got to come and hang out with you all in Valparaiso! Please give your group a warm hello from me! Glad you are joining us on this 31 Day journey! 🙂
I’m Karri from New Mexico. I am excited for this 31 day journey. Desperately in need of prayer and intercession for factors affecting my family- addiction, finances, marriage, lack of self control., and on and on.
Karri, your name is in my book and I am praying for you. May God show up and show off in such a way that there is no doubt He is with you! I’m praying that He will shine His searchlight on all the root issues, eradicate everything and anything that is not from Him, prepare new fresh soil, and then plant powerful seeds of Truth. I’m believing God for a harvest of love, joy, peace, and faith for your family line. The story is not over, Karri. Let’s ask our Mighty Warrior to fight for your family. You are not alone. xoxo
Good Morning Blessed Woman of God!!!! My name is La Keisha, and I am from Indiana. I have no doubt that it was the Lord who led me here. I have been wanting to deepen my relationship with the Lord. I wasn’t sure how or where to begin. I recently did a search on pinterest for bible study journals. I was led to on pin that led to me joining a group on Facebook which led me here! I also know that it is the Lord who led me here because yesterday I heard myself say that October has 31 days and it would be a great opportunity to do a study of Proverbs or some other type of planned study….well….here I am!!!!!! I have been wanting my faith and fire ignited…I’m excited for this part of the journey and for all that the Lord has on store. This will be a TRUE. challenge for me,because I have NEVER finished a journal or a challenge…but according you faith….I WILL!!!!! I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me. <3
Good morning, La Keisha! I am praying for you this morning — asking God to ignite your faith afresh, & infuse you with the endurance and perseverance needed to see these 31 days through to completion. May you no longer say I have never finished a challenge. Today is a new day. Agreeing in prayer with your declaration you call do ALL things through Christ who strengthens you!
Hi Cindy!
My name is Laura. I live in Ottawa, Canada. I’m a wife and mom to three crazy kids. I work full time in a job I never liked, but somehow God change my heart and helped me see this is where I need to be.
Cindy, we met in July at the GEMS Conference in Grand Rapids. You’ll remember me as the one who cried all over you after your workshop. You were very gracious and I still really appreciate you praying with me.
Two weeks ago I started a Red Hot Faith bible study at my church! The women seem to be enjoying it so far and I know I am too.
Your 31 Days to Fire Up Your Faith is God’s amazing timing!
Laura –
My sweet GEMS friend. I will forever treasure our precious time together after my workshop. Thank you for your authenticity and vulnerability. You are stuck with me now! 🙂 I’m excited to hear you are doing RHF at your church. Keep me posted on how it’s going and please tell your gathering I say hello. How I wish I lived closer!
Sending much love your way today! xoxo
My name is Michelle Slomp. I live in Southern Alberta, Canada. I am a SAHW/M. I have 3 kids (11, 8, & 5). My younger two both have ASD. Live is messy here. I’m slowly finding God in the mess.
Michelle –
It’s good to hear from you! I miss our Caffeinated Randomness days. I am praying for you this morning. Asking God to continue open your eyes and ears to His presence. Aren’t you glad He is with us always — even/especially in the mess? Please keep in touch as you can. Sending a hug across the miles, friend! xoxo
My name is Michelle Slomp. I am a SAHW/M. I have 3 kids (11, 8, & 5). I live in Southern Alberta, Canada. My younger two both have ASD and my 8 year old also has Epilepsy. Things are pretty messy here. However, I am finding God in the mess.
Hi! I’m Jill from White Lake! I’m excited to walk on this 31 day journey with you and get a fresh word in the midst of craziness! Thank you for always pointing us to Jesus….He’s all we need!
Hi Jill! I’m excited you are walking with us on this 31 day journey! Praying God speaks clearly and specifically for you today. You are so right — Jesus is all we need. Amen and amen!
May God sprinkle your path with tokens of encouragement and remind you afresh how dearly you are loved! xoxo
My name is Laura. I’m from Ottawa, Canada. I’m a wife and mom of 3 crazy kids. I married my best friend and our marriage is getting better with time! I work full time at a job I never liked. But God changed my heart and helped me be at peace with where I am. I even enjoy most of my days now.
Cindy, we met in July at the GEMS Conference in Grand Rapids. I was the one who cried all over you after your workshop. You were so gracious and I’m so grateful for you taking the time to pray for me.
A couple of weeks ago I started Red Hot Faith in our church. I’ve got an amazing co-leader who keeps me in line and we have a great group of women who all seem to be enjoying it so far.
I just wanted to say the timing of this 31 Days to Fire Up Your Faith couldn’t have come at a better time. Obviously, God inspired!
Thank you for sharing your heart with women everywhere!
Sorry for the double post!
Laura, you weren’t the only one. Must be a Canadian thing. 🙂
Y’all make me smile. 🙂 Do you say y’all in Canada? We don’t in Michigan, but I sure love how it sounds when my Southern friends say it. They are trying to teach me how to use it correctly. How am I doing, y’all?! 🙂
You’re doing great Cindy! I don’t know about y’all but I definitely say y’all a lot! 🙂
My name is Elise and I live in Nashville, TN. I am so glad I found your website. I need this so much!
Hello Elise from Nashville! I’m glad you found my website too! Praying for you this morning. Asking God to fill you afresh with strength, hope, renewed vision, and purpose. You are not alone!
I’m from Clarkston, Michigan! Wife to Jim, mom to 4 adult children, Aaron, Jodie and hubby Jon, Whitney and MacKenzie. I am the Creative Arts Assistant at Woodside Bible Church-White Lake and also work for a Floral/Event Company as well. Cindy, we met at Shari Hulcy’s house last Spring:) I am looking forward to a pick me up October which includes hearing you speak at our retreat at Bay Harbor in just 3 weeks:)
Hello Cathie –
I’m so looking forward to seeing you and the other beautiful Woodside ladies this month! May God pick you up and fill you afresh today, sweet friend. 🙂 Please know that He is with you, and you are lavishly loved by Him!
Erin, from Charlotte, NC! “Light a fresh fire in my heart, Lord! Ignite a flame that will spread to those around me…that we would know more of You & You would get heaps of glory!!”
Amen, amen, amen. Now this sounds like a prayer the Lord would be pleased to answer, friend. Sending much love and a huge hug across the miles, Erin. You are one in a bzillion and I’m so grateful you are not only my sister in Christ, but a treasured, kindred spirit friend. xoxo
P.S. Can you please come back to Michigan for another visit? I can cook for y’all now. 🙂
Suzanne from Ohio…tired of feeling mediocre in the faith department! 🙂 Thank you for blessing me with your ministry.
Hello, Suzanne! I pray God ignites fresh faith and passion in your heart and soul like never before, and mediocre would be a distant memory of the past! I love Jeremiah 20:9 — His Word was in my heart like a burning fire, shut up in my bones. This is my prayer for you, friend! Burn a fire in Suzanne’s soul, Lord!
I’m Heidi from Newport News, VA. Cindy, you were my mentor at She Speaks last year. Your energy, your sparkle, your love for all things Jesus, your fire for God are what make you so beautiful and make us blessed to be under your leadership. Can’t wait to hear what the Lord has given you to speak into our lives.
Oh Heidi, aren’t you the sweetest. Thanks for your encouragement. We had quite the amazing, hand-picked group didn’t we? I have your beautiful book right in my office. May God continue to bless your ministry and use you to spread His powerful message of Unforced Rhythms of Grace. Sending a big sprinkle of confetti your way!xoxo
Currently living in Costa Rica as missionaries with ReachGlobal. Our paths have crossed several times, Cindy. Excited to see what God will do in my life this month. Thank you for this opportunity. Love you and praying for you.
Sheryl
Dear Sheryl, how I thank God for you! I’ll forever treasure our precious times at Speak Up last year (esp. the last small group session.) I’m praying for fresh strength, courage and endurance as you serve, and that God continues to show Himself strong as your Provider and Protector. Love your FB updates and pics.
You are so loved! xoxo
Hi Cindy! I am the one starting a Red Hot Faith Group in Grand Rapids at Encounter Church. I am pulling some friends in our group (some Moms from GR Christian) that already know you, so they will be helping me on our journey to Red Hot Faith. So excited!
Hi Jen! I’m so glad we could connect through email yesterday, and you enjoyed my rambling phone message! Excited for your Thursday morning gatherings! Can’t wait to pop in and visit you one of the days! Have so much fun. Studying God’s Word together can be a blast! xoxo
Hi, Cindy, I feel that I know you already. Erin is one of my dearest friends from Taylor. Your friendship has been such a blessing to her. I am from Wabash, Indiana. I am married to Ryan and the mother of two sons, Luke and Ian. I just am really desiring more of Jesus these days. I want Him to be my everything. I am excited to spend the month of October “with” you! Blessings, Heather
Hello Heather! I feel the same way about you — I love hearing Erin, Tim, and John talk about their treasure Taylor days. I am bringing your requests to the Father today…asking Him to be your everything in the midst of your full family days. Look for His hand, Heather. He is with you!
Cindy, this is great! How encouraging to read the comments from so many different women in so many different places, all seeking a deeper relationship with Christ and an ignited faith! I am seeing more and more evidence of God RAISING UP a powerful generation of women who are no longer satisfied with the mediocre and mundane but rather, DESPERATE for a real and deep personal relationship with Almighty God. How I long to see Him do the impossible IN us and THROUGH us! I am praying for you sweet Cindy, and will continue to pray that God will richly and abundantly bless your ministry and expand your boundaries!! Woo Hoo!
Paulette, YOU, sweet friend, are a treasure, you know that? I am reading your message aloud and praying it as a prayer back to the Father. Yes LORD — we long to see YOU do the impossible IN us and THROUGH us!
Grateful how the Lord brought us together across the miles to share ministry together. Can’t wait to see what this next season holds. I think we may need to buckle our seatbelts. This crazy train is moving full speed ahead. Woo Hoo! xoxo
I’m excited to share this month with you sweet sister in Christ. Bring on October!
Yes, Deanna — bring on October! Praying for you as you lead your RHF group in Bailey. May God infuse you with fresh power, creativity, clarity, vision, insight and unconditional love as you help point the women to Jesus and His Word every week. YOU, my friend, are an amazing leader (and pretty fun too!) Can’t wait to hear all about your fall season!
Hi Cindy,
Recently joined a Bible Study group here in Ottawa. Our great leaders have chosen
Red Hot Faith which seems to be something I’m in need of at the moment.
I am married and have two adult children both in University. Looking forward to
spending 31 blessed days of October together. Blessings, Sherry
Blessings to you too, Sherry! I pray God uses Red Hot Faith to open your eyes, ears, and heart to how much you are loved! Praying for blessings over your marriage and adult children today too. Remember, lukewarm is not our norm. 🙂
Just started the Red Hot Faith Bible Study at my church. Was honored to have Cindy teach our first lesson. You really do sparkle! Looking forward to this 31 day journey for October! I am feeling frazzled and pulled in many different directions.
Linda, I am sorry you are feeling frazzled and pulled. Boy do I know those feelings. I’m asking God to remove distractions from your schedule, give you clarity of mind and heart, infuse you with fresh strength, and reveal Himself to you in a special, tangible way. God’s richest blessings to you today, friend.
Looking forward to a Red Hot month!! Thanks Cindy!
Looking forward to seeing you SOON, Monica!!!! You are loved, friend. xoxo
I am A wife a mom and a encourager to many around me and today my prayer is that I remain in love with my first love. My heart is more heavier than I like and I want to be restored by my first love Jesus. The load is not mine to carry and I know that in my head but my heart needs some ministering too! Thanks for traveling with us daughters and sisters!
Hello dear Meribeth — I am lifting up your prayers as my prayer today. May you remain in love with your First Love in the midst of your full season. May your heavy heart be filled afresh with hope and revelation of God’s presence and power in your life. May your schedule allow for time away with your Father (even if its 5 minute breaks in the bathroom) May you hear His voice reminding you He sees, He knows. Your service to your family is not forgotten. He is well pleased and delighted with you, Meribeth. xoxo
Hi Cindy,
It’s Barb Yost from Standale Michigan. I am so excited to learn more about how to fire up my faith.
You are such an encourager and I thank God for you and your passion for women like me.
Love, Hugs and Prayers,
Barb
Oh Barb, meeting you last March was a highlight! I love how our paths continue to connect over and over again! Thinking of you and sending many prayers your way. Please hug your beautiful Standale ladies from me tonight. You are so loved, friend! xoxo
Hi Cindy,
I’m Natalie from Kansas. Tomorrow will be 10 years that our 13 year old has been in Heaven. I miss her soooo much:( I want to grow closer to God and build my faith. Can’t wait to see what the next 31 days will bring!
Hello Natalie I am thinking of you today on the 10 year anniversary. If you see this note, will you please share with me your daughter’s first name? Do you have a picture? What a delight when you see her again in heaven! I am praying today for joy, love, laughter, many warm memories, and a special sense of God’s presence with you. Thanks for journeying with us from Kansas, Natalie. xoxo
Thank you Cindy. Her name is Malorie and what a day it will be joining her in Heaven:)
God is good, always,
Natalie
Hi Cindy. This is Jenny from Leesburg, Virginia. I’ll never forget what a blessing it was to meet you in Knoxville, TN at my sister’s church a few years ago. You have been such an encouragement in my life, and I look forward to this 31 Days to Fire Up my Faith – I am in need of exactly that. Love you, Cindy 🙂
Jenny C — I will ALWAYS treasure our Knoxville time together. Forever and ever. Will you join in praying God fires up your faith like never before. Please know that you matter, and know that you are loved. Sending a big sparkly hug across the miles! xoxo
So excited to start this 🙂
Hi Coreen! So excited you are starting it with us! May God fire up your faith! 🙂
Hi Cindy
This is Cathy Fry, from Wilton, Iowa. I’m excited to be a part of the next 31 days with you and your red hot faith. I have been struggling for the last few weeks with a bad asthma flare up..so I’m a little worn out right now and need a boost. Hoping I can keep up with this and The Best Yes Bible study I’m in right now over at proverbs31.org. I admire how much I have watched your ministry grow since I met you at my first speak up conference, I believe 4 years ago. Keep sparkling for him…you shine for HIM!
Dear Cathy — I’m so glad our paths crossed many years ago at Speak Up. Thanks for sharing your powerful story with me. 🙂 You inspire me, friend! I have asthma too — so I’ll be praying for you! May God bring healing to every cell of your body, breathe fresh breathe into your lungs, restore your body to full and complete health, and renew you not just physically but emotionally and spiritually as well. Sending much love across the miles! xoxo
Hi Cindy…so nice to connect with you! Looking forward to the next 31 days!
Hi Deb — so nice to connect with you too! I miss our Magnificent Mondays! Praying God infuses you with fresh faith, passion, and a renewed purpose. You are loved! xoxo
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Hi Cindy,
I’m Kate Harms from Caledonia, MI. I found out about this from my wonderful friend Sheryl Gasser. I’m looking forward to what this month has in store!
Kate
Hi Kate! Any friend of Sheryl Gasser is a friend of mine! 🙂 Thanks for joining us from Caledonia. May God fire up your faith in new, fresh and life-changing ways! 🙂
Hi, I am Renee’ from NC. I am so excited to be a part of this challenge. I needed something to kick me out of neutral and into drive. Over the last year my energy and motivation levels have decreased greatly. I start off on fire but quickly fizzles out. Looking forward to the next 31 days to see what God has in store.
I’m Sheryl from Sparta, Michigan and a long time friend of Sheryl Gasser. I asked Jesus into my heart when I was seven years old so I’ve been a born again Christian a long time and have a deep faith in the Lord. I just feel a need for a bit of firing up, if you please. Thanks so much!
Hi, I’m Yvonne from a suburb of Detroit. Saw the posting about this study on Facebook from my sis Janice Plowman that has done studies with you in the past. I so need this as it is so true that with the business of life, and caring for kids, house ect… just find God gets misplaced. While my heart seeks after Him often do not find the time to get deeply into His word daily. Will start today with your study. Thanks for having it.
Excited to start this 31 Day Fire Up Your Faith challenge with you! 🙂 I am just coming back from another spirt-filled, fun weekend at Camp Michewana…where I met you one year ago! You are a blessing!
Dawn
Hi, I’m Leslie from Chicago, IL. A wife and mom to 3 little ones. I just started teaching again after being home with my kids. Thank you for this 31 day challenge. I started it day 1, but have been so busy I haven’t had time to leave my comment. 🙂
My name is Kim. Cindy I heard you the first time at a women’s retreat in Holland Michigan. You are a remarkable woman of God who has been such an inspiration to me. Thank you so much for allowing God to use you as you continue to touch so many lives. I love that you are SO real. You speak truth, even when sometimes it’s not pretty or perfect. I am very excited to Fire up my faith as I follow along with you. Love and blessings, Kim
Hi, I’m Shonda (you “know” me a little bit!). I’m from WA state. I am in the midst of the preschool years and most days I feel so worn out I don’t know when the last time I ate or sat down. I feel like I don’t have an ounce of life to share outside my home and since I’ve stepped back from several ministries to homeschool I’ve felt a little alone and not sure where I fit. I am ready to learn more how to fire up my faith. I know I’m coming in a little late, but today I just felt like God nudging me to really pursue Him in this area. Thanks for your prayers! I appreciate you, Cindy!! Hugs!
Hi, I am Rebecca from Rockford, MI and I am excited to join you in this pursuit for a red hot faith. Thank you for stepping out on faith to lead us.
I’m Mara and I met you at the Woodside White Lake Women’s Retreat this weekend. I’m so excited about this, I’ve been feeling so disconnected lately and I’m looking forward to getting fired up! I’m so insanely busy with my two daughters (6 and 8), work, 3 dogs, and school (full-time!) that I barely have time to sit down. Then, last week, I had to start physical therapy 3 times a week and we got confirmation that my oldest has a learning disability. On top of all this, my husband is either gone on the road or working nights, so I barely see him during the week and the girls don’t get to at all. I’m really looking forward to carving out a chunk from my day to be in God’s word and do this study.
Good Morning Cindy, my name is Kathy Hallowell and I meet you last weekend at the amazing women’s retreat at Bay Harbor. We spoke briefly Sunday and I mentioned to you I was going to start this study with a friend from work. I left Sunday on fire for the Lord and I don’t want to lose this feeling. You are an amazing women and an inspiration to many, thank you for an amazing weekend, one I will never forget!!!!
Kathy
Ps. Tell Julie hello for me!!!!