Are you feeling spiritually stuck? No matter how many Bible studies you join or how many devotionals you do, it feels like your faith is stuck in neutral. You’re doing all the “right” things, yet something’s missing. You’re going through the motions, but deep down, you know you’re not growing the way you should be or could be.
It’s time to face the truth. What you’ve been told to do to grow spiritually might not be working for you. Traditional routines, religious formulas, and the constant comparison to others are leaving you frustrated, guilt-ridden, and spiritually stagnant.
But what if there’s a better way?
I’m going to show you how to break free from spiritual stagnation, reignite your faith, and grow consistently. Without guilt, comparison, or the exhaustion of trying to follow a one-size-fits-all formula. And I’ll also reveal what many experts miss when it comes to sustainable faith growth.
The Problem with What You’ve Been Told
For years, we’ve been told that in order to grow spiritually, we need to fit into a rigid, formulaic system of faith routines. These “rules” can leave you feeling like you’re failing if you don’t follow them exactly as prescribed. But here’s the catch: The traditional approach doesn’t work for everyone.
In fact, it might even be the reason you’re feeling stuck.
Let’s break down the common advice that’s been passed down. And explore why it’s not helping you grow spiritually the way you want to.
Create Rigid Routines: “If you’re not reading your Bible daily for 30 minutes, you’re failing.”
We’ve all heard it: “A good Christian spends 30 minutes in Bible reading and prayer each day.” But what happens when life gets in the way? When your schedule is already packed with work, family, and other responsibilities? You start to feel guilty for not meeting this “standard” of spiritual growth.
But here’s the problem: Faith isn’t about ticking off boxes. It’s about having a meaningful connection with God, no matter how long you spend reading Scripture. When we try to force ourselves into a rigid routine that doesn’t fit our natural rhythm, we end up feeling disconnected, not closer to God.
Measure Success by Busyness: “The more activities you’re involved in—church, ministry, Bible studies—the more spiritual you must be.”
Another myth we often fall prey to is that spiritual growth is directly correlated with how much we’re doing. If you’re serving in ministry, attending multiple Bible studies, or constantly volunteering at church, you must be on the right track, right? Wrong.
Busyness is not a measure of spiritual depth. While these activities can certainly enhance your faith, they can also drain you if you’re not careful. If your faith is defined by how much you’re doing, it’s easy to burn out and lose sight of the heart of your faith.
Instead, the key is building rhythms that help you stay grounded in God without exhausting yourself in the process.
Compare Your Growth to Others: “You’re supposed to look like the other women around you who seem to have it all together—never questioning, always thriving.”
It’s easy to look around and see other women who seem to have it all together. Women who are thriving spiritually, emotionally, and professionally. You might feel like you’re not measuring up because your spiritual journey doesn’t look like theirs.
This comparison game is one of the most dangerous traps we can fall into. Each person’s journey is unique, and spiritual growth doesn’t have an identical timeline. What works for someone else may not work for you, and that’s okay. When we stop comparing and start embracing our own path, we free ourselves from the guilt and frustration of feeling “less than” others.
Follow Someone Else’s “Perfect Plan”: A Prescribed Formula That Works for Someone Else, But Not for You.
How many times have you tried following a “perfect” plan from a popular Christian speaker, blogger, or author, only to find that it didn’t resonate with you? These plans may work for others, but they’re not tailored to your unique design and spiritual needs at this point in your life.
No two people connect with God the same way. Instead of forcing yourself to fit into someone else’s plan, it’s time to create your own. One that aligns with your natural gifts, passions, and the way you are wired to connect with God. The Personalized Faith Plan (PFP)™ helps you reignite your faith in a way that’s made just for you, so you can grow in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.
When we stop adhering to these traditional approaches and instead embrace a personalized method of faith growth, we can break free from the feeling of being stuck. The key to real, lasting spiritual growth isn’t more tasks. It’s about aligning your faith journey with how God has uniquely designed you to connect with Him. And that’s exactly what the PFP method helps you do.
This isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what works.
The Key to Reignite Your Faith and Create Sustainable Growth: Tailor Your Faith to How God Designed You
What if you could design a faith life that actually works for you? One that fits your natural rhythm and honors the way God created you? That’s the essence of the Personalized Faith Plan (PFP)™. Instead of forcing yourself into someone else’s mold, the PFP method flips the script by helping you grow spiritually in a way that feels authentic, balanced, and sustainable.
Here’s how it works:
Tailor Your Faith Growth to Your Unique Design
Through the PFP, we use the HSMS Model™—Heart, Soul, Mind, and Strength. This model helps you identify the specific ways God has wired you to connect with Him.
Whether you thrive through reflection, action, study, or relationships, this model reveals your unique spiritual “blueprint.” This approach allows you to break free from the pressure of trying to be someone you’re not. Start growing in a way that feels true to who you are.
Want to know more about your unique design? Take the Faith Shape Quiz.
Stop Measuring Your Growth by Comparison
The traditional approach often encourages us to measure spiritual success by comparing ourselves to others. But with the PFP, you’ll learn to measure your growth based on your own journey.
You’ll embrace God’s unique calling on your life. Aligning not just your spiritual life, but also your business, work, and other areas of your life. Create a holistic, integrated approach to growth.
Instead of measuring your success by how much you’re doing compared to others, you’ll focus on how well you’re living in alignment with God’s design for you.
Build Sustainable Rhythms, Not Rigid Routines
The key to spiritual growth isn’t about adding more tasks to your already busy schedule. It’s about creating faith rhythms that fit into your lifestyle. The 8-8-8 model™ (8 minutes daily, 8 hours monthly, and 8 days quarterly) is one example of how you can balance your faith growth with your other commitments.
These small, intentional actions help nurture and reignite your faith consistently without feeling overwhelmed. When you work with your natural rhythm, instead of forcing a routine that doesn’t fit, you can build sustainable growth that lasts.
Here are more details about the 8-8-8 model™.
Personalized Support for Consistent Growth
With the PFP, you’re never alone. You’ll have access to a community of like-minded women who are on the same journey, providing you with ongoing support and encouragement.
Additionally, you’ll receive personalized coaching and tools designed to help you grow without the guilt, shame, or overwhelm that often accompany traditional spiritual practices. This personalized approach ensures that you stay on track with your faith journey while staying true to your unique needs and design.
The Personalized Faith Plan (PFP)™ is not about more rules or religious formulas; it’s about aligning your spiritual life with how God uniquely designed you. This method helps you break free from stagnation and guilt, fostering a deeper, more consistent connection with God that fits your life.
Why the Rooted Rhythm Retreat is Your Next Step
Imagine stepping away from your busy life to reset and realign with God. The Rooted Rhythm Retreat offers just that. It’s not just a getaway. It’s an immersive experience designed to help you realign with your spiritual design and reignite your faith.
At the retreat, you’ll have the space to:
- Reflect on your unique faith rhythm
- Reconnect with God in ways that are authentic to you
- Walk away with a plan to reignite your faith in a way that feels natural and sustainable
This experience is about more than taking a break—it’s about setting a course for consistent, life-altering growth.
If you’re ready to stop feeling stuck and start growing spiritually in a way that works for you. I’d love to guide you on this journey. Check out the links in the description below
- Get on the waitlist for the Rooted Rhythm Retreat and experience a life-changing spiritual reset.
- If you want to get started now, join the Personalized Faith Plan™. Start creating a faith journey that fits your life, your values, and how God created you.
What’s the one thing in your spiritual journey that feels like it’s holding you back? Drop a comment below and let me know. Let’s explore it together and figure out how we can break through that stagnation and reignite your faith!
Be filled to overflowing,
DeneenTB
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