There’s something sacred about pausing long enough to breathe deeply, to ask the deeper questions, and to connect with the One who knit us together. In a world rushing to do more, be more, and prove more, the greatest shift we can make is to slow down and align with our divine design.
That’s exactly what we’re doing in our upcoming class on Spiritual Health—and it’s not your typical “self-help” moment. This is soul work. The kind that ignites purpose, awakens potential, and calls us into the full expression of who we are created to be.
🕊 Essential Oils: Ancient Tools for Modern Faith
When I first started exploring essential oils, I had no idea they would become spiritual tools in my wellness journey. But the more I learned—especially from experts like Dr. Josh Axe, who teaches about the Oils of the Bible—the more I realized God’s provision has always included the natural world.
There are approximately 33 specific essential oils and aromatic oils mentioned in the Bible, with hundreds of references throughout.
John 12:3 (KJV)
Then took Mary a pound of ointment of spikenard, very costly, and anointed the feet of Jesus, and wiped his feet with her hair: and the house was filled with the odour of the ointment.
1 Samuel 16:12–13 (KJV)
12 And he sent, and brought him in. Now he was ruddy, and withal of a beautiful countenance, and goodly to look to. And the Lord said, Arise, anoint him: for this is he.
13 Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him in the midst of his brethren: and the Spirit of the Lord came upon David from that day forward. So Samuel rose up, and went to Ramah.
The Holy Anointing Oil, as described in Exodus, was a blend specifically designed by God for consecration.
Exodus 30:22–25 (KJV)
22 Moreover the Lord spake unto Moses, saying,
23 Take thou also unto thee principal spices, of pure myrrh five hundred shekels, and of sweet cinnamon half so much, even two hundred and fifty shekels, and of sweet calamus two hundred and fifty shekels,
24 And of cassia five hundred shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary, and of oil olive an hin:
25 And thou shalt make it an oil of holy ointment, an ointment compound after the art of the apothecary: it shall be an holy anointing oil.
Isn’t it beautiful to think He gave us a recipe for holiness? Dr. Axe explains how these oils supported not only the body but also the spirit—offering grounding, clarity, and divine connection.
And today, with the purity and power of doTERRA essential oils, we have access to these same gifts—ready to support our spiritual practice in a deeply tangible way.
1. Frankincense
Biblical Use:
- Presented to Jesus by the wise men (Matthew 2:11)
- Used in incense offerings (Exodus 30:34)
- Symbol of prayer, worship, and holiness (Leviticus 2:1–2)
Modern Use:
Soothes skin when used topically
Supports meditation, spiritual connection, and emotional grounding
Promotes healthy cellular function and immune support
3. Cinnamon
Biblical Use:
- Ingredient in the Holy Anointing Oil (Exodus 30:23)
- Symbol of holiness, warmth, and sacred covering
Modern Use:
- Supports healthy metabolic function and immune response
- Warming oil that invigorates body and mind
- Used in cooking, diffusing, and topical blends
5. Spikenard
Biblical Use:
- Mary anointed Jesus’ feet with spikenard (John 12:3)
- Symbol of extravagant worship and devotion (Song of Solomon 1:12)
Modern Use:
- Deeply calming and emotionally centering
- Supports skin health and hormonal balance
- Encourages humility, worship, and inner peace
7. Sandalwood (Biblical equivalent: Aloes)
Biblical Use:
- Mentioned as “aloes” in the preparation of Jesus’ burial (John 19:39)
- Symbol of fragrance, healing, and sacred intimacy (Proverbs 7:17, Song of Solomon 4:14)
Modern Use:
- Deeply grounding and spiritually centering
- Promotes healthy skin and enhances meditation
- Used in rituals, anointing, and emotional work
2. Myrrh
Biblical Use:
- Used in embalming and purification (John 19:39, Esther 2:12)
- One of the gifts brought to Jesus at His birth (Matthew 2:11)
- Part of the Holy Anointing Oil (Exodus 30:23)
Modern Use:
Often used in oral care and natural perfumes
Calms the nervous system and supports emotional healing
Excellent for skin (especially dry or aging skin)
4. Cedarwood
Biblical Use:
- Associated with cleansing and purification (Leviticus 14:4–6)
- Symbol of strength and longevity (Psalm 92:12, 1 Kings 6:15–18)
Modern Use:
- Grounds emotions and calms the nervous system
- Supports restful sleep
- Encourages feelings of safety and stability
6. Cassia
Biblical Use:
- Used in the Holy Anointing Oil (Exodus 30:24)
- Represents dedication and consecration
Modern Use:
- Similar in properties to cinnamon (they’re botanical cousins)
- Supports immunity and healthy digestion
- Emotionally uplifting and purifying
8. Cypress
Biblical Use:
- Used in temple construction (Isaiah 44:14, 1 Kings 6:34)
- Represents strength, eternal life, and transition
Modern Use:
- Supports circulation and respiratory function
- Emotionally helps with transitions, grief, and letting go
- Grounding yet uplifting; often used in spiritual work
🌟 Enter the BrilliantPlus App: Your Faith-Based Strengths Companion
Have you heard about the NEW BrilliantPlus app? It’s a transformational tool that bridges faith and personal growth through the lens of CliftonStrengths. Whether you’ve known your Top 5 for years or are just discovering what makes you uniquely gifted, this app integrates your strengths with biblical principles and practical applications.
We’ll walk you through how to use the app to explore your God-given design in a deeper way. Think of it as your personal strengths journal, devotional, and growth plan—all rolled into one.
💪 CliftonStrengths: God Doesn’t Make Mistakes
One of my favorite things about CliftonStrengths is that it affirms what many of us have suspected deep down: we are not broken—we are BUILT. And we’re each built uniquely for a reason.
When you see your strengths through the lens of Scripture and the Spirit, everything shifts. You begin to understand that your Achiever drive, your Empathy heart, your Strategic vision—none of it is random. It’s all intentional. And when aligned with faith, it becomes powerful fuel for your calling.
📖 Sneak Peek: Faithfully Unleash Your Strengths
I’m beyond excited to give you a sneak peek at of Ronai Brumett’s upcoming book, Faithfully Unleash Your Strengths. This project has been a labor of love, born from coaching sessions, quiet moments with God, and her journey through healing and purpose.
In the book, Ronai share how to:
- See your strengths as spiritual assignments
- Pair essential oils with your strengths to support emotional and spiritual alignment
- Use the BrilliantPlus app as a daily practice for growth
- And most importantly, partner with God in every area of your life
You don’t have to hustle to be worthy. You are already equipped. This book will help you remember that.
Ready to Go Deeper?
If your heart is longing for more—more connection, more clarity, more confidence in who God created you to be. This is your invitation to stop striving and start thriving in alignment with who God created you to be.
Let’s walk this sacred journey together.
With purpose and possibility,
LeeAnn Mason
Founder, Beyond Possibilities
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