“What's been life-giving for you in this season?” My mind went blank. I wanted to give an upbeat, encouraging answer, but my brain kept glitching, snagging on the bone-weary exhaustion that characterized my day-to-day. Could I describe anything as life-giving right now? There are times ... [keep reading]
It’s okay to not be okay, and here’s why
You know that feeling when a friend calls to let you know she is in the neighborhood and asks to drop by? Of course you say yes, but up until that very last second when the doorbell rings, you’re shoving all the clutter into the hall closet, hoping she won’t notice the random socks sticking out from ... [keep reading]
5 ways to set your mind on God
This excerpt is taken from God's Girl by Wynter Pitts, a devotional aimed at showing tween girls aged 8 to 12 how God's love for them changes everything. Today's devotion explores why our thoughts matter, and gives five tips for how to set them on things above. Share this with your daughter today. ... [keep reading]
Why every gardener needs a flower garden planner
The thrill of spring planting, the vibrant colors of summer blooms, the satisfying harvest of fall—gardening is a journey of joy, learning, and connection with nature. But amidst the excitement, it's easy to lose track of details. What was the name of that stunning dahlia you planted last year? When ... [keep reading]
What does remembering your identity in Christ really mean?
Live long enough, and you’ll find yourself a label. Some have been placed there by others (names we were called as children, rumors spread about us in high school, praises we’ve received), and some we’ve placed on ourselves (sin patterns we fall into, mantras we repeat in our heads, ideas about who ... [keep reading]
10 tips for successful home canning from The Canning Diva®
Home canning is a labor of love. Each of us puts a great deal of time into planning, preparing, and processing our canning recipes. One way to lessen the load is to have friends or family join you in the fun. As the old saying goes: many hands make light work. Working together will greatly lessen ... [keep reading]
Mom, here’s how Gospel hope can change your heart
I think we can all agree that motherhood is hard and life can bring out the worst in us. But culture would attest that if we have the right systems in place, we can always be the best version of ourselves. During an exercise program I recently worked out to, the trainer yelled, “Give me 30 minutes ... [keep reading]
Seasons of growth: What gardening teaches us about time
I live a garden life. It began in my mid-20s with a few tomato plants set out in a Chicago community garden each May, and in my late 40s has grown into acres of green Pennsylvania ground where May planting is followed by summer color and autumn bounty and winter rest. I have always loved beauty and ... [keep reading]
Craft a love-filled charcuterie board for a sweet Valentine’s Day surprise
Cheese, chocolates, and juicy strawberries are symbols of true love, at least at the Grace-Filled Homestead. This board is filled with all the favorites for your loved ones. Board Ingredients: 1 Strawberry Brie Puff Pastry (recipe follows) 12 white chocolate–covered strawberries 2 cups ... [keep reading]
How the Bible reframes our understanding of hard
All suffering is hard. But not all hard things are suffering. The Oxford English Dictionary says that to suffer is to “experience or be subjected to (something bad or unpleasant).” Conversely, a challenge is a “task or situation that tests someone’s abilities.” That’s a crucial distinction to ... [keep reading]
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