Can Skincare Become Soul Care? Why Your Glow Matters to God #221

July 13, 2026
00:00 12:57
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Have you ever felt guilty for taking care of yourself?
What if your skincare routine could become an act of soul care?

In this second episode of the Summer Soul Glow Up series, Bonnie shares how preparing for ankle surgery led her to discover the surprising science of protein and healthy skin—and what Queen Esther teaches about God's heart for caring for ourselves.

If you've been putting yourself last or wondering if self-care is selfish, this episode will encourage you to receive God's invitation to care for yourself with joy, gratitude, and freedom.

Key Takeaways
— Why caring for your outer self can become soul care
— The science of protein, healing, and healthy skin
— What Queen Esther teaches about beauty and your God-given worth
— Why healing begins when you know your priority
— A simple self-care practice to nourish your body and soul

Breath Prayer
Inhale: You are altogether beautiful...
Exhale: There is no flaw in you.
Scripture
"You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you." — Song of Songs 4:7

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Prioritize self-care the Jesus way and experience rest, renewal, and encouragement for your soul.

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Bonnie Gray is the author of Finding Spiritual Whitespace and Whispers of Rest. An inspirational speaker and retreat leader, she has touched thousands of lives through storytelling, visual arts, nature, prayer and meditation. Bonnie’s writing is featured at Relevant Magazine, (in)courage, and Christianity Today. She lives in California with her husband and their two sons.
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