SoCal Women

What a beautiful encouragement from our friend Marla Campell, Assemblies of God Missionary to Europe! Thank you Marla for all you do! We love and appreciate you!

You rest, but still wake up tired. You take a bubble bath, but still feel wracked with stress. You talk to a friend, but still feel the energy draining. Self-care is very important, but maybe you need some SOUL-care. ... I have had this song on repeat lately because it's been a way to run into the Presence of the Lord. Tears flow, in the Presence of the Lord. Worries are laid down, in the Presence of the Lord Hidden places in my heart are revealed, in the Presence of the Lord. Peace and strength flood my heart, in the presence of the Lord. Fears are dispelled, in the Presence of the Lord. Purpose and mission and focus are renewed, in the Presence of the Lord. There is NO substitute for the Presence of the Lord. Maybe you need a little One-on-one, private time in the Presnece of Jesus. Just sit. XOXO, Nonda

A little reminder on this Valentine’s weekend, that He loves you today with FULL understanding of your struggles Spread the love to your girls this weekend! Xoxo

Thank you to Joanne Castaneda, our region 6 Women’s Leader for this beautiful encouragement today! Listen, be blessed & share with a friend!

Girlfriends, At our former church we pastored in San Jacinto, my husband started one year with a series about The Prodigal from Luke 15. What was intended to be a few week series turned into praying for prodigals for an entire year. Names of loved ones were put on the walls inside the church as a point of contact for us to pray in agreement for each soul. That year we saw hundreds and hundreds return to their relationship with the Lord. Today, I’m reminded of that year and o...f those in our lives who have strayed so far from God. It’s so painful to watch lives spiral into chaos because of wrong choices and sin, wondering how far down they have to go until they will come back. The story of the prodigal is a perfect picture of what wasteful living (the definition of prodigal) as the wayward son finds himself in the pig pen. My favorite verse in the whole story is in Luke 15:17- But when he finally came to his senses... That’s when his breakthrough came! Let’s put our faith together today and ask God for supernatural intervention and protection for prodigals. Let’s believe that today they will come to their senses and God will redeem all that has been destroyed. May they stop running from God and see the Father running to them as they come home. If your heart is full of sadness and grief because of your prodigal, I’m praying that the perfect peace of God will guard you and faith will arise is it’s place. Let’s stand and see the salvation of our God! In the comments, write the names of those you are believing for God to shake loose from bondage and usher into freedom. Let’s unite together in prayer and see what God will do. Today might be their day! Love, Nonda

Be still and know that I am God The instruction to be still in Hebrew means to let go, stop striving, slacken and let drop. It’s a picture of loosening our clenched grip on the circumstances and outcome and trusting God who’s sovereign over both.... It comes down to surrender. But to be still doesn’t mean doing nothing. Regardless of the circumstances that swirl around us, we need to still our hearts to worship, pray, remember, thank and watch. As your day comes to an end, let us remind you it is never too late to surrender to Jesus!

Happy Wednesday ladies! Are you for this day? Do you need encouragement to not just get through it but to thrive?! Check out this beautiful word from our very own Gina Patton!

Hey Girlfriend, Happy #checkinmonday! If you’re feeling bogged down with weights and entangled with life, recognize it’s time to lighten up! ... Praying for you as you run your race today. XOXO, Nonda

Happy Friday beautiful! Wow! The stories that are rolling in from Retreat in a box are nothing short of amazing and how God met and used this time to heal, restore and unify women! Are you diving into this incredible devotional written by our very own Nonda?! We are loving it and can’t wait to hear how you are liking it?! Share with us some of your highlights from retreat in a box & the made for this devotional! ... We want to know!!!

Happy Wednesday from the lovely Sara Conway! What a beautiful word of encouragement to check out! Thank you Sara! We appreciate you so much but

Hi Friends! For #checkinmonday I give you this prayer. Sometimes it’s good to borrow some words from someone else. This is the prayer of St. Patrick that blessed me today. Hoping it blesses you!

Her heart is gold and her words with challenge you! Thank you Kayley Price for this beautiful encouragement today!

Ladies! Tomorrow is the day! An unknown season turned for good as we unite virtually across SoCal and even the country! We pray no matter how you meet, how you choose to experience retreat in a box that God will meet YOU where you’re at and give you a fresh word & how He has made you for this!!! We are asking for your help! We’re SO grateful for technology and how it helps organize things like this, so we are asking no matter how you are experiencing { Retreat in a bo...x} that you use the hash tag #socalmadeforthis So when our day is over, you can click on the hashtag and see the beautiful representation of unity despite the circumstances! And how cool right?! Everyone will be able to see how other retreated! Who’s ready?! Who’s expectant?! Who is pumped for Retreat in a box / MADE FOR THIS!

Happy Monday! Today we are giving a shout out to Miriam Saravia, Jazmin Angeles-Tello and the Hispanic Women’s Team as they had their first Facebook live event over the weekend. SoCal Mujeres and women from 5 other countries were reached and given hope through the messages, worship and prayer. We are so honored to work side-by-side with our Spanish-speaking sisters. You are a model of faith and love! Thank you Lord for transforming lives, healing bodies, and restoring hope.... We love you! XOXO, Nonda #checkinmonday #DiosEsBueno #SoCalMujeres #oneheart #braveleaders See more

Do not be anxious for anything, instead pray about everything Philippians 4:6-7 When fear or anxiety tries to pull you in today, stop and pray! Ask for wisdom, ask for HIS peace & He will give it to you! ... Keep your eyes focused on Him sister, He’s got you. Stop, drop + pray How can we pray for you today?

TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR RETREAT IN A BOX What's in the box? We're glad you asked! Each box will contain: - flash drive with ideas of multiple speakers, worship session and communion service. *Details of speakers coming soon! - 21 Dy follow up Devotional Booklet written by Nonda Houston... - Communion elements -and a coffee mug gift for you Registration Details: $35 REGISTER HERE: women.socalnetwork.org/retreats/ No matter what your options are on October 10th, we have provided a way for you to join in and be encouraged as you find out how you were Made For This!

A stunning word of encouragement from our sweet friend Jocelyn Green! We pray you are blessed by her words like we were