Roasted Rutabaga in Browned Butter
Want a really tasty root vegetable recipe for your family? Try this rutabaga recipe! Continue reading Roasted Rutabaga in Browned Butter
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The Pot Story- A God Story
God is always whispering “I love you!” to us. I don’t always notice it, but here are a few examples of things I’ve noticed lately. Continue reading The Pot Story- A God Story
Beauty Birthed in Struggle
True beauty is often birthed in struggle. Without the loss, the irritant, the pain, there would be no Himalayas, no pearls, no joy. Continue reading Beauty Birthed in Struggle
Why Talent and IQ ≠Success
Why Talent and IQ ≠Success
Why is it that intelligence and talent aren’t the best predictors of a person’s ability? Read on to find out about what perspective leads to success. Continue reading Why Talent and IQ ≠Success
Hold Regret For Ransom
Every moment, we have a choice to make. A very important choice. A choice between shallow and life. A choice to look back with joy or regret. Continue reading Hold Regret For Ransom
Don’t Be Scammed By a Tow Truck After an Accident
If you’re already shaken up from an accident, the last thing you want is to be taken advantage of by a tow truck driver. Every business needs to make money, and tow truck drivers are no different. Their business depends … Continue reading Don’t Be Scammed By a Tow Truck After an Accident
The Best Short Story of Ancient Times
In what has been referred to as the most beautiful short story of ancient times, we meet a character who dances between empty and full throughout the story. Continue reading The Best Short Story of Ancient Times
Did Jonah Ever Get It?
He runs the opposite direction of God’s command, gets swallowed by a large ocean creature, cries out to God who delivers him, carries out God’s command, and asks God to take his life when he observes the aftermath. The end might leave one wondering- does Jonah ever get it? Continue reading Did Jonah Ever Get It?
Inexpensive DIY Baking Soda Ornaments
These are a great project to do as a family during Christmas break and they are great gift ideas. They would even be great for party favors or craft ideas for kids activities in Sunday School or at kids events. … Continue reading Inexpensive DIY Baking Soda Ornaments
El-Shaddai: Mighty to Nurture and Supply
What does El-Shaddai mean, anyway? This name is rich in meaning, and holds promise for us in every season. Continue reading El-Shaddai: Mighty to Nurture and Supply
The Names of God: Adonai
What does the name of God Adonai mean? It was definitely the hardest for me to write about so far. It carries with it a hard but very sweet truth. Adonai means Master. Continue reading The Names of God: Adonai
YHWH: Yahweh or Jehovah?
Ancient Hebrew was written without the vowels. This special name for God was written in Hebrew with the consonants YHWH. German translations used the vowels JHVH. After not speaking this name for over 900 years, God’s people weren’t sure what vowels to add in. Since they often used Adonai as a replacement name for this sacred, unspoken name, they simply put the vowels of Adonai into the German translation to make Jehovah. Most scholars believe it should actually be translated as Yahweh. Continue reading YHWH: Yahweh or Jehovah?
YHWH: God’s Personal Name
Yahweh is God’s personal and most sacred name, appearing more than 6,800 times in the Old Testament. It carries the reality that God is eternal, unchanging, and self-existent. It is also rich with the reality that He is holy and righteous to punish sin, and that He is love- ready to sacrifice and make a way for our relationship with Him to be restored. Continue reading YHWH: God’s Personal Name
Elohim: Most High, All-Powerful Creator
In this series, we are exploring the Hebrew names of God to help us draw closer to and delve deeper in our relationship with God. This post looks at what Elohim means, where it is in the Bible, and how it points us to God in a unique way. Continue reading Elohim: Most High, All-Powerful Creator
The Power of the Names of God in Your Life
Throughout the Old Testament alone, around 20 different names are used to refer to the One true God of the Bible. But why are these names practically important in your everyday life? The answer lies in the meaning of life … Continue reading The Power of the Names of God in Your Life
Black Bean and Corn Salad
Want a delectable salad that works as a main course, salsa, or side? This is one of our family’s favorites. I love to make it for taco night…. Well, to be honest, I often have taco night simply because I’m … Continue reading Black Bean and Corn Salad
Water Wars, Mother’s Day, Laughter, and a Filthy Mess
Yesterday was a whirlwind of all things bright and beautiful and some things right down not. I’m incredibly blessed by all of it. It’s a blessing to be a mom- through the smiles and laughter, and through the skinned knees, … Continue reading Water Wars, Mother’s Day, Laughter, and a Filthy Mess
Interviews for the World’s Toughest Job (Must Share Video for Mother’s Day!!)
Check out this video of job interviews for a Director of Operations Position. It is a must see/must share in respect of the Mom’s we love. Celebrate This Mother’s Day! Be sure to celebrate those who have mothered you this … Continue reading Interviews for the World’s Toughest Job (Must Share Video for Mother’s Day!!)
Barbed Mother’s Day
For many, Mother’s day is a time of celebration and honor. Other’s peering over the fence at this celebration are stung, poked, and cut by the barbed wire at the top of the fence. Be sure to honor, remember, and pray for them this holiday. Continue reading Barbed Mother’s Day
5 Ways to Engage With your Kids
“My boys are so standoffish with me now. They’re too cool for Mom. Those days,” she gestured to my kids clinging to my legs and begging for me to hold them, “…Are gone.” As my boys snuggled up close, one … Continue reading 5 Ways to Engage With your Kids
How to Make Washing Soda from Baking Soda
Do you have recipes for homemade cleaners that require washing soda and want a simple way to make it? I’ve never actually purchased washing soda. I get 15 lbs of baking soda in bulk at a local wholesale store for … Continue reading How to Make Washing Soda from Baking Soda
Easy, Effective, Natural Homemade Laundry Detergent
Want an easy, effective laundry detergent recipe? Look no further: Natural Homemade Laundry Detergent Ingredients 4 cups water 3 Tablespoons liquid castile soap 3 Tablespoons washing soda (Easy recipe here) 3 Tablespoons Borax 15 drops essential oil of choice (I … Continue reading Easy, Effective, Natural Homemade Laundry Detergent
What is Love?
Think about those people you feel you deeply love- and those that express that they love you. Now make a mental list of the things that confirm for you that this is real love. In short- how do you define … Continue reading What is Love?
The Miracle Hand
This God Story is one that has had a big impact on our family. Without this story, well…I don’t know what my brilliant, engineering minded husband would be doing as a career. Elijah tells the whole story in the video below: … Continue reading The Miracle Hand
Telling Your God Stories Can Change Thanksgiving- and Life
As you sit around the table this Thanksgiving, try sharing stories of how God has protected and worked in your lives. Regularly doing this can ground you and your kids like nothing else.
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The Dresser Fell On Me
Want to hear about the first time Elijah realized that God was working in his life and protecting him? Let him tell you all about it! Continue reading The Dresser Fell On Me
The God Stories Project
I wasn’t prepared for what happened that night as I tucked my son into bed. “Mommy, I’m not sure if I believe in God. How do you know that God is real?,” my four-year-old asked. It caught me off guard. I … Continue reading The God Stories Project
5 Things to Do With Extra Halloween Candy
What can you do if you end up with extra candy this Halloween? Maybe rain cut back the door knockers or your kids just knocked on too many doors or got too much at the fall festival. What can you do with all that extra? Here are some great ideas (that might just even build character in the process)! Continue reading 5 Things to Do With Extra Halloween Candy
Amaranth- Another Super Grain
I’ve recently been writing about super healthy ancient grains, like chia and quinoa. These grains are vitamin and mineral rich, gluten-free (if that matters to you- not so much to me, as you can see by my pasta recipe), and … Continue reading Amaranth- Another Super Grain
The #1 Thing Husbands Wish Their Wives Knew (It directly correlates to women’s greatest insecurity)
Shaunti and Jeff Feldhan did some very compelling research into men and women’s perspectives in marriage, and they asked this simple question to the men in their study: “What’s the one thing that you wish your wife/significant other knew, but … Continue reading The #1 Thing Husbands Wish Their Wives Knew (It directly correlates to women’s greatest insecurity)
Sip Life Slowly and Enjoy It 