Þetta Reddast (pronounced thet-ta re-dust) means it’s all going to work out in the end. Go with the flow and everything will be okay.

Icelanders know (and have a knack for reminding the rest of us!) that…

We are all connected to nature.

Change is inevitable, but stress is optional.

Joy, calm and humor are always available.

Nimbleness, not rigidity, reveals stability.

We recently returned from our amazing Let There Be Light — Be Awed in Iceland Yoga Retreat with Hanan & Heather, November 7-13, 2024. We witnessed God’s stunning creation in this land of fire and ice. Our gutsy group of adventurous retreaters experienced rainy days with gusty winds (up to 60mph!), taking in all of the sites and elements of this wonderland. Our chances were supposedly “slim” to see the Northern Lights due to rainy conditions and cloud cover all week, but we prayed in faith to see the striking phenomenon of the Aurora Borealis. And, God showed up big time and graciously answered our prayers! Do you see the angel wing? ❤️

Those who live at the ends of the earth stand in awe of your wonders. From where the sun rises to where it sets, you inspire shouts of joy.

Psalm 65:8 NLT

Upon landing in Iceland, we embarked on our journey to see the Reykjanes Lighthouse, Gunnuhver, and enjoyed several hours at the luxurious Blue Lagoon. In the days following, we toured the Golden Circle sites, including the Kerio Crater, Pingvelir National Park (where you stand between two continents), the Fontana Wellness Geothermal Bakery and healing waters, Geysir, and Gullfoss Waterfall. We visited the Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, Reynisfjara Black Beach, and Solheimajokull Glacier. Many in our group added in additional experiences, such as glacier hiking, spa days, horseback riding, and exploring the city of Reykjavik and the town of Selfoss during their free time. And, of course, we offered a variety of yoga practices for guests to unwind and soak in the goodness of their experiences. Enjoy a sampling of photos in the following slideshow…

Hanan and I are beyond grateful to curate unique retreat destinations and experiences. All of our offerings are divinely put together as we seek God first and pray for every detail. Each person joining us contributes such a beautiful piece to the collective whole, and we always come away in awe and wonder of God’s provision and blessing. Our next international retreat will be in Portugal September 2025. Are you being led to join us in travel and adventure? The Sacred calls us into the Wild, and the Wild calls us into the Sacred. –Victoria Loorz

Wait quietly in my presence while My thoughts form silently in the depths of your being. Do not rush this process, because hurry keeps your heart earth bound. I am the Creator of the entire universe yet I choose to make my humble home in your heart. It is there where you know me most intimately; it is there where I speak to you in holy whispers. Ask My Spirit to quiet your mind so that you can hear my still small voice within you. I am speaking to you continually…words of AWE & WONDER. Tune your heart to receive these messages of abundant blessing. Lay your requests before Me, and what in expectation.

Adapted from Jesus Calling, by Sarah Young