{"title":"2023 - Week 13","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"iron-sharpens-iron","title":"Iron Sharpens Iron","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a new addition to our \"Verses\" series, Iron Sharpens Iron comes from Proverbs 27:17:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis message has been so incredibly important in my life for a long time as I strive to make a difference in the world - we grow the most when we look to help others grow as well. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut that's easier said than done, isn't it? A lot of us have put in a lot of time and effort into relationships, just to have them end or leave feeling burned. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI know, it hurts. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe truth is though, community is vital to our happiness - studies have proven it. What I love about this verse is that it's using iron as the metaphor for us. Iron is strong, it's resilient - and it's not sharpened by wood - it's only sharpened by other iron. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat's the key here - to truly grow, you need a community that's strong like you are - that cares enough to show up, that picks you up when you're down, and that celebrates along side you in your wins. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf that's sounding familiar, it's because it's what I based our entire ZOX VIP group on - uplifting and encouraging each other while building a community of stand out, amazing people. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI love this reminder so much, as it's been a tremendous part of my life for as long as I can remember. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249642811690,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-08-S","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249643041066,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-08-M","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249643172138,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-08-L","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/IronSharpensIron1KOutside.webp?v=1714018879"},{"product_id":"take-heart","title":"Take Heart","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother incredible addition to our Verses series, Take Heart reflects on John 16:33:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"I have told you these things, so that in Me, you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take Heart! I have overcome the world.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou often hear me referencing this idea that I'll be okay, no matter the outcome. This is the verse that comes from. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorrying is easy - being nervous or anxious about tomorrow is almost second-nature for most of us. It's like we can't help but find something else to obsess over, right? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI love the beginning of this verse - ...so that in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMe\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you may have peace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMan that is powerful. Knowing that we don't have to stress is not that easy though, is it? That's why I thought this reminder would be so great - it's a gentle little hug to wear that's always there, reminding you that the plans for your life are far bigger than you possibly know. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI don't know about you but I need that. I hope it helps you as much as it has me. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249647366442,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-20-S","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249647497514,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-20-M","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249647563050,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-20-L","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/TakeHeart1KOutside.webp?v=1714018879"},{"product_id":"not-like-the-others","title":"Not Like The Others","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen we first started talking about all the cute little critters that relate to Easter, Chelsea had this amazing idea to create a piece that included the chicks we all love, as well as a few hidden little characters that are found throughout this beautiful long form design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut the story goes a bit further than just great art, as I'm sure you're already aware. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis name was chosen before we had even decided on the art because it was a reminder I think everyone could really need: You do not need to blend in, and you do not need to be the same. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the card for this one, we chose a quote by P.T. Barnum, the great showman who founded Barnum and Bailey, who said it perfectly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo you struggle with feeling like a bit of an outsider? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI do. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut here's my secret. I don't let my differences define me because I don't compare myself to others. And neither should you. It's easier said than done, but if history has taught us anything, it's that the people who truly change the world are not caught up with being just like it - they're true to themselves and what they believe is right. Ralph Waldo Emerson had a great quote on the importance of this as well: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo stand up and stand out - your voice matters and so do you. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/fonts.gstatic.com\/s\/e\/notoemoji\/15.0\/2764_fe0f\/72.png\" aria-label=\"❤️\" alt=\"❤️\" class=\"an1\" data-emoji=\"❤️\"\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249643794730,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-15-S","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249643860266,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-15-M","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249643893034,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-15-L","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/NotLikeTheOthers1KOutside1.webp?v=1714018879"},{"product_id":"walking-on-water","title":"Walking On Water","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI want to start the story of this beautiful design with the text on the card: Sometimes you have to step out of your head and into your faith.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eso\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e easy now days to let the voices in our mind make lists of everything we're doing wrong, isn't it? We constantly second-guess ourselves, doubting our abilities and, more importantly, the bigger plan for our lives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut all that does is lead to us slowly sinking. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrue faith goes farther than we understand because it takes the burden off of us - it lets us know that everything will work out, exactly as it's supposed to, even if we don't have the answers right now. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd that, my friend, is a reminder we could all use. \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"ZOX","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":48249648087338,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-27-S","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":48249648185642,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-27-M","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":48249648251178,"sku":"1-3-23-WB-ORD-27-L","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0873\/6892\/5482\/files\/WalkingOnWater1KOutside_9b3350dc-0ed4-47c4-a189-7b3b2d4bc513.webp?v=1714018879"}],"url":"https:\/\/zox-labs.myshopify.com\/collections\/2023-week-13.oembed","provider":"ZOX DEV Labs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}