I choose my word for the year by looking back over the previous year and recalling the ways God was at work in my life. I think about the blessings and the trials of the year, and I review the passages of Scripture that were most precious to me during those times. As I mentioned… Continue reading My Word For 2020
Tag: proverbs
Let’s Read Proverbs Together!
I've spoken about the daily practice that has changed my life - reading/listening to one chapter of Proverbs every day. It gives me practical help each day as I fill the roles of wife, sister, daughter, friend, employee, and as I mentioned Monday - homemaker. I'm inviting you to join me as we read through… Continue reading Let’s Read Proverbs Together!
Of Course: The Response of a Happy Heart
In my efforts to be a grateful, polite person, I always try to thank whoever is bagging my groceries at the store. Last week I turned to the young adult as he finished putting my bags in my cart and said, "Thanks!" He looked back at me and said cheerfully, "Of course! Do you need… Continue reading Of Course: The Response of a Happy Heart
Offering Silent Support To Hurting Friends
One of the blessings that comes with trials is the empathy and sensitivity you gain toward others who are suffering. I've found that when people know you are going through a hard, personal trial, even the most well-meaning friends have a difficult time expressing care and concern without pumping you for the details. Because of… Continue reading Offering Silent Support To Hurting Friends
Currently {August 2018}
My Happy Planner has a section at the start of each month where you can reflect on various aspects of your spiritual life. I don't always fill it out, but this month I had a lot on my heart that I wanted to document. I'm sharing my answers here to hopefully encourage you to apply… Continue reading Currently {August 2018}
Join Me For A Proverb A Day!
Last week I shared with you the daily practice that has changed my life - reading/listening to one chapter of Proverbs every day. Several of you commented that this is something you'd like to make part of your daily routine and I'm so excited to hear that! You can start reading the chapter of Proverbs… Continue reading Join Me For A Proverb A Day!
The Daily Practice That Has Changed My Life
Have you noticed that the book of Proverbs has 31 chapters? Although the way our Bibles are broken up into chapters and verses isn't divinely inspired, I believe there's a reason for the number of chapters in Proverbs - there's one for every day of the month! For the past five years or so I've… Continue reading The Daily Practice That Has Changed My Life
Making MY Home A Place Of Comfort
People often comment that my home seems really peaceful. Whether it's a comment on an Instagram picture or a kind compliment from a guest, it really makes my day when someone says that. I've worked very hard to achieve that feeling in my home! The tagline under my blog name says, "Inspiration to make your… Continue reading Making MY Home A Place Of Comfort
The Secret To An Organized Life
Every so often someone will comment on a picture, blog post or video and say, "I wish you could organize my house for me!" I know what they mean, and I'm flattered by the compliment. However, the reason my house is organized is not because I live here. I don't possess any magical organizing Pixie Dust… Continue reading The Secret To An Organized Life
Becoming A Gracious Woman
Every time I read this verse, it stops me in my tracks (sometimes it slaps me in the face): "A gracious woman gets honor." - Proverbs 11:16 A gracious woman. When I stop and think about what it looks like to be a gracious woman, I'm always reminded of how little I reflect that description.… Continue reading Becoming A Gracious Woman
Come Home For Comfort 