I used to struggle with consistent quiet times and feeling connected to God, I was always frustrated and overwhelmed. Since the First 21 I have turned a corner and I have the confidence that I’m never going back, I’ll never feel disconnected from my Father in that way again and I’ll never get over wanting Him. The simple structure and habits within the First 21 helped me not only establish new rhythms with Jesus but they also taught me about the secret place, and redefined what my quiet times looks like. It’s no longer about doing things and checking items off a list, I can truly connect with God and rest in Him during this time. It’s changed me so much that I have no doubts about showing up daily to meet with Him because I long for it so much. Two years later and I’m still going deeper and getting stronger in Him than when I first went through the group. It’s all about building confidence in your relationship with God, and that has changed everything for me. I got a glimpse of Jesus and I’m captivated, I’ll never be the same! All it takes is one look at Him, and the First 21 helps you get that one glimpse that will change everything.

(Tennessee)

The First 21 established the foundation of an intimate relationship with God my Father, Jesus my Lord
and Savior and the Holy Spirit. My relationships grew in love and depth and I gained a personal
understanding of the scriptures that I never knew waited for me. I learned the power and person of the
Holy Spirit and my relationship with Him. Life Changing!
I learned that it should be a normal part of my relationship with Him to know His voice and to respond.
What peace I’ve gained from this reality.

I developed the disciplines of a morning quiet time alone with God in my secret place and discovered that
time spent first thing in the morning impacts your day in a powerful way! I long to spend more time there
each day talking and listening to God and reading His Words. I now want everything that God has for me.
I will not stop seeking Him for it.
I was invited to this opportunity after meeting Allison for the first time on a flight that we shared together.
Her relationship with God was different and I was intrigued. We sent a few texts back and forth over the
coming weeks as I need prayer for a huge life decision that lay in front of me. She later invited me to
participate in a First 21 with a small group of other women.
My advice – TAKE the risk. You will discover it to be the best investment you make for 21 days. The
foundation you learn will change your relationship with God forever. I knew God.. but now I know God!
My life and relationship with God have forever been changed! His love is endless and he never leaves
me. This is a treasure that I discovered through The First 21.

(Tennessee)

Being a Christian for almost 40 years and in ministry for over 20 years, I’ve always understood the
importance of having a daily quiet time with the Lord. Throughout my spiritual journey, I’ve seen a great
emphasis placed on discipleship, including the spiritual disciplines, but there has been a void in the area
of developing true intimacy with the Lord. The First 21 was a refreshing “reset” in my relationship with the
Lord that encouraged the vital need for quietness and stillness to foster growth in hearing from the Lord. It
helped to develop the importance of “being” versus “doing” in order to learn how to receive from the Lord.
The First 21 isn’t a program, but a process that challenged the posture of my heart towards Jesus and
helped to develop a deeper intimacy with Him. I appreciated Allison and Kristi’s willingness to share their
hearts and allow the Holy Spirit to navigate this process in me and others. I’ve discovered a new freedom
with the Lord through F21 and I’m grateful!!

(New Jersey)

I grew up in the church and was taught from an early age that it was important to read your bible and pray
but I don’t recall anyone ever actually teaching me how to go about having a “quiet time.” I remember as
a teenager being very overwhelmed with the Bible, not knowing where to start and being unsure of how
reading it would really help me connect with God. Through the First 21 I was coached on how to actually
connect with the Father by spending time in his presence. He spoke to me and related to me in new ways
through the process. My view of time in the word and prayer is changing from one of duty and obedience
to one of love, desire, and connection.

(Wyoming)

Good. This is how I would have described my relationship with the Lord. But after our First 21 group, my
relationship is so much more intimate with God! It felt like a reset. Rather than speaking to God
throughout "my" day, I have put my focus on Him. I am more purposeful in my time with Him and spend
more time listening to Him. We all know that sometimes only God can tell us certain things, bring certain
revelation, call us out on what we need to change. Secrets of the Secret Place was helpful to read
because of the many nuggets of truth it contains and listening to the insights of others in the group was
bonding while also a kind accountability. My prayer is more would attend the First 21 group- I am
confident lives will change for the better of those that attend as well as others they speak to around them.

(South Carolina)

The First 21 is a life shifting experience. Developing your own quiet time with the Lord is the main focus
and I couldn’t be happier with the group and study dynamic! The group shows that we are all taking this
step together and giving our quiet time with the Lord, the seriousness it deserves. We work on creating
that time so it works with our own schedules and we can maintain it each day. I am so grateful for the
First 21 and Kristi and Allison! Thank you ladies for embarking on this wonderful journey with all of us.

(Arizona)