Arise Like Esther

Tag: Motherhood

  • Are You Concerned With Not Having Enough Money?

    Are You Concerned With Not Having Enough Money?

    Hi beautiful mama,

    Postpartum is such a sacred time.

    An honor of the highest that both tries and refines you.

    It’s also for many a place of hardship – financially, and that is something that I believe breaks God’s heart.

    I don’t think He ever wants to see a mama not have enough diapers or food.

    I remember when I became pregnant there was a family friend who was pregnant at the same time. Only she didn’t have a husband and she has walked through her motherhood journey alone as a single mom.

    She left her daughter in the care of others as she worked to provide for her.

    One of the greatest heartaches I believe is exactly that- leaving the home for a j-o-b, when deep down all you want is to stay with your baby.

    All you want is to give them all the huggies and kisses, and give them the best in life.

    You know there is something more in life but you are not sure what it is, how to start or where to find it.

    Every answer that you are searching for is found in Jesus.

    This blog was an answer sought after a 4O day fast seeking guidance for His will. He will answer you, this I know.

    And I want to share something with you because I know God wants me to.

    This isn’t for everyone but it’s for that mama who is ready for change.

    There is a place thats allows you to work from home. And they are very generous in their pay out. They make it very doable to earn real income.

    A lot of affiliate programs pay so low that is not realistic to be a stay at home mom when your commission is 5-15%.

    This company here was in fact created for a Postpartum mama who was really going through a rough time. It was founded on love, as her husband started creating delicious herbal recipes when she was battling postpartum depression.

    My favorite thing is however that their integrity is of the highest, and they are literally the BEST natural health company I’ve ever had.

    And coming from a history in the medical field and having had worked in a herb shop where I got to try manyyyyy different top of the line brands from a well know herbalist in our city. These are like the Ferrari’s of the natural health field.

    I didn’t even make that up.

    Holy Spirit said that.

    This is the type of stuff that herbalists, iridologists, natural health practitioners and natural doctors are helping out others with in their shops and offices.

    But there are also a lot of mamas who God has elevated helping others out with next to no natural health experience.

    So you don’t have to know everything.

    And if you love a clean lifestyle and love sharing God’s natural goodies, I invite you to pray about joining us.

    I will help you every step of the way.

    You are not destined for poverty. You can be a stay at home mom and enjoy every motherhood moment with your children and husband.

    You don’t have to send your children to public school for free lunches and daycare. You can homeschool and be ready for it.

    You are not destined for the dollar menu or food pantry when you food shop. You can buy all the clean food at the groceries and not have to worry about checking the prices.

    You don’t have to sell your soul and time at a 9-5 that you really hate. You can help out others by having an honorable and respectable way of earning income that excites you.

    Yes you will pour your heart out as we always do for Abba, but when you know He’s called you here, you can step in with confidence that you are being obedient & He has awesome plans for you.

    I know God told me that there is alot of people in the body of Christ who need what this company has been entrusted with.

    Text “Freedom” to my business number at 715-600-0301 if you are ready.

    Here is the site with a little more info. They pay out 7 different ways. It’s awesome. And here is one of my favorite starting places 💜 .

    My code is: faithrefinedbyfire

    Stay close to God, mama. And remember you were not created to live in poverty, you were created for God’s best.

    Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things will be added to you.

    2nd Kings 4:7

     “Go, sell the oil and pay your debt, and you and your sons can live on the rest.”

  • Are You Concerned With Your Sons and Daughters Nutritional Needs?

    Are You Concerned With Your Sons and Daughters Nutritional Needs?

    There’s nothing like a Mama’s pain of a wanting to provide for her family, and not knowing what to do or where to start – health wise and having sick loved one’s.

    That was my mom. Her pain ran deep. Constantly seeing her children sick but not knowing the next step.

    Wondering “why.” Feeling helpless but hungry for change.

    Years spent with frequent visits to the local pediatricians.

    This lead her into the medical field.

    The real breakthrough started not in typical western medicine but when we started learning about nutrition, herbs and natural health basics as adults.

    Years of pain and sickness, I learned the hard way, now you don’t have to share that heartache.

    The truth is, your health is your responsibility.

    Your children’s health is your responsibility until it’s not.

    Your habits will impact generations – or destroy them.

    We were raised in a culture where the doctors make most of the health choices and most people don’t really know what’s going on. What the medications are called. What they do…

    Enough of the nonsense.

    It’s time to take responsibility for our lives and those God has entrusted us with and get educated so we know what is going on with our health and we are not dependent on a system thats gets paid to keep people on medication or profits by keeping people sick.

    I love how plants give the body what it needs so the body can do what God created it to do- repair itself.

    So let talk a bit about greens and nutrition. The basics of some of the plants I’ve been on for over 13 years.

    I don’t even remember the last time anyone in my family had a cold or the flu. It’s that good.

    So, One of first things I implement for our family is a daily morning hydration electrolyte drink thats highly alkalizing.

    This is a must have for all of us. Especially my husband and I.

    Here are some of the gems & what they do.

    This powerhouse is my # 1 mineral drink (high mineral plants: Avena Sativa, Nettle, Burdock & Dandelion). A true fresh green drink & 100 % herbal. You will know that it’s a gentle daily detox, blood cleanser, liver lover, pH booster and a massive emotional stress destroyer machine that supports your adrenal glands hardcore!

    Which translates to: beautiful skin, happy organs, cleaner blood, kidney helper, stronger bones and teeth, breathe easy support and feeling GOOD type of refreshment = healthier, more emotionally stable family!

    Ps, it’s a no sugar drink but tastes sooo good!

    💪🏼 Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng)

    (Eleutherococcus senticosus) 

    Primary Benefits

    • Supports endurance and response in stressful moments
    • Promotes brain and cognitive health
    • May provide support against viral infections

    Origin: Taiga region of the Far East (Southeastern Russia, Northern China, Korea, and Japan)

    💪🏼Schizandra

    (Schizandra chinensis) 

    Primary Benefits

    • Contains potent antioxidants and provides anti-inflammatory properties
    • Helps the body resist the effects of stress and anxiousness
    • Provides a positive effect on the gut biome
    • Has cardio-protective properties

    Origin: Asia and North America

    💪🏼 Astragalus

    (Astragalus membranaceus) 

    Primary Benefits

    • Key immune system enhancer
    • Helps the body normalize blood sugar levels and protect the cardiovascular system
    • Acts as an anti-inflammatory to help protect against chronic disease
    • Helps fight allergies 🤧

    Origin: Northeastern Asia

    💪🏼 Jiaogulan

    (Gynostemma pentaphyllum) 

    Primary Benefits

    • Contains antioxidant, immunomodulatory, antitumor, neuroprotective and antifatigue properties
    • Supports stamina and endurance, as well as healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels, within the normal range
    • Promotes heart and immune health

    Origin: China, Korea and Japan

    💪🏼 Rhodiola

    (Rhodiola crenulata) 

    Primary Benefits

    • Supports the body and mind’s response to stress and fatigue
    • Helps the body balance and lift mood
    • May support the brain’s learning and memory function

    Origin: Arctic regions of Europe, Asia and North America

    💪🏼 Ashwagandha

    (Withania somnifera) 

    Primary Benefits

    • Provides stress, mood and immune support
    • Contains neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
    • Supports heart health and athletic recovery

    Origin: India, some parts of South East Asia, the Middle East and some parts of Africa

    💪🏼 Nettle

    (Urtica dioica) 

    Primary Benefits

    • Can provide support against the negative effects of seasonal allergies
    • Contains biologically active chemicals such as phenols and flavonoids that can help reduce free radical damage caused by stress
    • Has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
    • Vitamin A, C, D, E, F, K, P, Vitamin B-complexes (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B-6)
      Plant lipids
      Zinc, Iron, Magnesium, Copper and Selenium
      Boron, Bromine, Calcium, Chlorine, Chlorophyll, Potassium, Phosphorus, Sodium, lodine, Chromium, Silicon and
      Sulfur

    Origin: Europe, North America, North Africa and parts of Asia

    This is also a whole plant drink which means it’s superior in its absorption and effects in comparison to taking single nutrients or compound extracts in my opinion.

    Take vitamin C for example. When it’s taken alone, it’s not as effective as we think or have been lead to believe. In order for it to be effective, vitamin C needs bioflavonoids and vitamin K. They work best in these groups or constellations- not alone. Which is part of the reason why you actually FEEL this nutritional energy boost- usually in seconds (for me & my husband anyway). Because we are respecting the plant 🌱 as God intended. Consuming it in its freshest form outside of being raw.

    Disclaimer: these statements have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration and this information is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.

    This drink works by protecting your core.

    That is: your respiratory, circulatory, immune system and digestive system.

    It’s loaded with chlorophyll- TEN times more potent than most the liquid form chlorophyll that is being sold.

    What does chlorophyll do?

    Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

    Chlorophyll & Chlorophyllin

    Magnesium / Copper

    Supports healthy cells
    Deodorize and Cleanse – to name a few.

    Getting healthy doesnt have to be hard Mama.

    Kill the overwhelm- leave it at the cross and trust God.

    So as a recap: take this drink if you want a happy home, smiles, more connection and to tackle the challenges your way so you can ride those fiery trials, passing each test with flying colors.

    If you want clean energy to feel happy.

    You don’t have to have sick kids, you can be healthy and enjoy their childhood without the worry of illness by staying prepared.

    You can have a better marriage where you and your husband aren’t stressed out.

    I’m not saying this drink will solve all your problems, but it’s a great start!

    Take step one here. Use this savings code for ten bucks off for first time users and you can save up to 25% on their monthly subscription. Health delivered to your doorstep.

    How I take mine. I pop it in my mouth, taste like candy. Or cold in ice & 16oz of water 🤌🏼

    Stay close to Abba.

    Solle Naturals – making motherhood great again!

    Genesis 1:30 I have given every green herb for food”; and it was so.

    Studies and research

    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7558817/

    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9919427/

    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9929289/

    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0753332222011350

    https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0753332223002639

    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9253158/

  • God By Faith & Pharaoh By Logic

    God By Faith & Pharaoh By Logic

    Without faith it is impossible to please God. Hebrews 11:6

    Those that are in the flesh cannot please God. Romans 8:8

    I want to share a story of a lesson today.

    My husband was taking our eldest outside and I was helping him get ready, when I felt the Lord want me to do something I’d never done.

    It wasn’t a small still whisper like with the prophet Elijah, sometimes it’s an impression, or a download or it could be a millions ways- however He chooses to speak in that moment.

    It was a knowing this time.

    “Have your son scrape the new soap under his nails before he goes outside”

    Then after there was a bombardment of all these “what will and what if” thoughts aka the warfare.

    “What will my husband say?”

    “Should I do it?”

    I had just a moment to step into destiny or it would have been missed.

    I call our son over and ask him to scratch the new soap that is high in anti-pathogenic properties under his nails & tell him it is going to help him.

    He does one hand. He didn’t really like it. He didn’t want to do the other hand.

    I don’t force him.

    He goes out and tells his dad how he had soap under his nails and felt weird.

    My husband looks at me with this look like … “what are you up to now.” It wasn’t bad or anything.

    And I responded by saying it will help protect him.

    After they come back my husband tells me that our son found something in the ground, he wasn’t sure what it was but later saw that it was a piece of animal poop.

    Me: (in silence thinking “that is so disgusting”) what hand was it?

    My husband: the left hand.

    My son: no it was the right hand… this one…

    It was the hand that the soap was placed under!!!!

    This method is used to protect children and young ones against parasites.

    I had no idea what would happen.

    But God knew!

    Random acts of obedience.

    They don’t make sense. They RARELY do.

    What tremendous pain would have been felt if I had chosen not to listen.

    I praise God that He made me hear Him.

    We won’t know or understand everything- we weren’t meant to.

    That’s God’s job.

    It’s not His will for us to function like that in complete independence.

    It is His will to share things when He wills it. That creates a deep dependence on Him. The constant pursuit of His heart- this must be our ALWAYS #1 priority in life. Him.

    Anyhow I pray this blesses you.

    Incase you want to know more, this is the incredible soap I used. (Savings code: faithrefinedbyfire)

    God bless & stay close to God,

    JC

    8 ¶ By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went. Hebrews 11:8

  • When Bible Stories Come Alive: How God Used Comic Books to Transform Our Family Devotions

    When Bible Stories Come Alive: How God Used Comic Books to Transform Our Family Devotions

    Woman of God!

    I am SO EXCITED to share this with you!

    I never thought I’d be writing about comic books in relation to spiritual growth.

    But isn’t it just like our creative God to show up in unexpected ways?

    Last week, as I watched my 4-year-old son completely absorbed in Scripture for the first like I’ve never seen him- just completely come alive & want us to read more & more, tears of gratitude streamed down my face after I put him to bed. God birthed a new excitement in our home!

    The Struggle Can Be Real

    Family Bible time can become a battle in many homes.

    But it doesn’t have to be and I am super grateful it’s treasured in our home.

    I really see this Bible changing this generation in a beautiful Holy Spirit inspired way.

    A Divine Appointment

    A sister in Christ share about this Bible I’d never seen, The Action Bible. My initial skepticism (comic book Bible?) quickly turned to awe as I searched the stunning illustrations created by a former Marvel & DC Comics artist.

    This wasn’t just another picture Bible – it was a masterfully crafted visual journey through Scripture that maintained biblical accuracy while bringing the stories to life in a whole new way!!!

    The vivid illustrations spark deep conversations about God’s character. These are the meaningful moments I’d been praying for! Oh and HUGE plus- they actually make Jesus look like a manly man! Not some eunuch. Praise the Lord!

    A Tool, Not a Replacement

    Let me be clear – The Action Bible doesn’t replace regular Scripture reading. Instead, it serves as a powerful bridge, especially for visual learners and young minds. It’s helping my children build a solid biblical foundation that makes reading the full Bible more meaningful.

    As Proverbs 22:6 says, “Train up a child in the way he should go…” Sometimes that training requires creative approaches that meet our children where they are. It’s not just for children but to impact this next generation that LOVES comics & anime & manga. Christ is storming the market place!

    An Invitation to Experience It

    If you’re struggling to engage your children with Scripture, I want to share this resource that has blessed our family so deeply. The Action Bible has become a treasured part of our spiritual journey, and I believe it could do the same for you.

    I think every home ought to have one!

    You can find The Action Bible here: https://ariselikeesther.com/csp/v.php?page=julianne-0805-amor-6f979a-2348

    Whatever you decide, I’m praying that God gives you wisdom and creativity in teaching your children His Word. May He continue to surprise us with His innovative ways of reaching young hearts for His glory!

    Love, JC

  • The Hidden Hormone Crisis: Why Your Body’s Control Center Might Be Crying for Help

    The Hidden Hormone Crisis: Why Your Body’s Control Center Might Be Crying for Help

    Hi beautiful,

    Have you noticed how despite getting enough sleep, eating well, and trying to manage stress, something still feels… off? Maybe it’s the brain fog that rolls in around 2 PM, or that unexplained fatigue that no amount of coffee seems to fix, or the stubborn belly fat that won’t budge & has been there for years? If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone – and more importantly, you’re not imagining things.

    What are Hormones Anyway?

    We hear it all the time.

    Hormones are chemical substances that are secreted into the blood, and carried by the blood, tissues and fluids to targeted locations in the body.

    They fall into the category of endocrine signaling because they are secreted by endocrine glands.

    Sometimes it is used for substances that are not secreted by endocrine glands but have a similar effect.

    The Modern Hormone Puzzle

    Here’s what most wellness articles won’t tell you: our hormonal systems are facing unprecedented challenges in today’s world. It’s not just about stress or aging – we’re dealing with living in a perfect storm of hormone disruption.

    That organic produce you’re eating? It’s grown in soil depleted of crucial minerals.

    That “clean” water you drink? Loaded with hormone-disrupting chemicals that your grandfather never had to deal with.

    Think of your endocrine system as your body’s master control center. When it’s working properly, it orchestrates everything from your energy levels and mood to your metabolism and reproductive health. But here’s the breakthrough insight that changed my understanding: hormone imbalances don’t just happen overnight – they’re the culmination of thousands of tiny disruptions our bodies face every day.

    The Adaptation Crisis

    Our bodies were designed with an incredible ability to adapt to stress and maintain balance. But this natural resilience requires specific nutritional and botanical support – support that’s increasingly hard to get from our modern food supply alone.

    You know how in the Bible, they would let the soil rest every seven years or so for sometime? That would allow the soil to have a chance to rest, and not become “dead soil.” Where is that being done now?

    Here’s what’s fascinating: traditional cultures have long understood this challenge. In the high Andes mountains, where environmental stresses are extreme, people have relied for centuries on adaptive plants like maca – not just one variety, but multiple types, each supporting different aspects of hormonal health.

    The Three-Pillar Solution

    Through years of research and working with clients, I’ve discovered that sustainable hormone balance rests on three crucial pillars:

    1. Adaptogenic Support: Using plants that help your body respond to stress without overstimulating any one hormonal pathway
    2. Systemic Clearing: Supporting your body’s natural detoxification systems to remove hormone-disrupting compounds
    3. Nutritional Foundation: Providing the specific nutrients your endocrine system needs to function optimally

    Your Path Forward

    The good news? Once you understand these principles, small strategic changes can create powerful cascading effects. Clients who address their hormone health often report improvements far beyond their initial concerns – from better sleep and mental clarity to improved relationships and workplace performance.

    The key is choosing solutions that work with your body’s natural intelligence, not against it. Look for comprehensive approaches that combine traditional wisdom with modern scientific understanding.

    If you’re ready to take the next step in your hormone health journey, I invite you to explore natural solutions that honor these principles. One option I particularly respect is SolleExcell®, which thoughtfully combines three types of maca with clarifying herbs and immune-supporting superfruits.

    Learn more about how SolleExcell® supports your body’s natural hormone balance → (savings code: faithrefinedbyfire)

    Remember the “dead soil” problem? Here’s what makes SolleExcell different. The testing.

    What do we test for?

    1. Purity – checks for any contaminants such as microbials, pesticides and heavy metals.

    2. Potency – certifies the strength and effectiveness of the raw material. This can include the concentration of a nutrient or active ingredient, as well as its bio-availability.

    3. Identity – guarantees that the raw material we received is what our supplier said it is and that its composition and characteristics meet our standards.

    Remember: Your body wants to be in balance. Sometimes it just needs the right support to find its way back home.

    Stay close to Abba 💛

    Julianne Clark