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 puppy chow snack mix* 1 cup strawberry chocolate-covered pretzels 6 strawberry jam cookies Crackers or crusty bread *This is a premade coated-cereal snack also known as Muddy ... [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 make, especially when I’m seeking, first and foremost, to tackle the question of how to find the good in those testing circumstances rather than to solve the conundrum of why some of us suffer more than ... [keep reading]
3 ways to put kindness into action as a family
Kindness is one of the fruits of the Spirit found in Galatians 5:22-23, and it should be evident in our lives as Christian parents. Sin and our own weaknesses can make this a challenge, but that’s why we always need the same gospel we preach to our kids! The farmer’s experience is one that every family may struggle with from time to time, because it’s in our human nature to focus on self, self, and more self. Selfishness and pride are the antitheses of kindness, begging us to think, “What ... [keep reading]
Living unchained: Overcoming mom guilt and embracing God’s freedom
I have had days when I wake up early, teach my weight-training class, come home, feed my kids a nutritious breakfast, and then proceed to churn my way through homeschooling, emails, making food, nursing babies, reading to toddlers, housecleaning, giving my husband attention, and even texting my friends back in a somewhat timely manner, only to berate myself for having “failed” when I fall into bed, exhausted, at 11:00 p.m. with five things left undone on “my list.” That’s unwarranted mom ... [keep reading]
How God calls us beyond the trap of comparison
Our oldest son, Ethan, runs cross-country for his high school. He is fast, trains hard, and is eager to improve. One evening, Ryan, Audrey (our youngest), and I went together to watch Ethan race. It was a twilight run, starting at eight under the lights of an old high school field. Music blared and runners stretched and did warm-up laps around the track. The bleachers were peppered with parents in their down-filled puffer coats, holding umbrellas in case the clouds opened up. We caught up ... [keep reading]
Trusting God’s promises in life’s transitions
Lamentations in modern mom culture encourage us to find beauty in the mess. Influencers tell us we’ll gain endurance when we verbalize the good around us with gratitude: “Just be positive. You might be having a hard time getting back on your feet and finding joy after baby, but try to enjoy it anyway— you’ll cherish these years someday.” We’re tempted to look forward to what’s next, fixing our eyes on the prize—the end of the transition. We tell ourselves “This pregnancy is hard, but it will ... [keep reading]
Cozy up this winter with this roasted butternut squash soup recipe
When winter's chill sets in, nothing beats a bowl of rich, hearty soup. This roasted butternut squash soup, delivered with love by author Kathi Lipp, is the perfect choice for holiday gatherings or a cozy meal at home. Bring the comfort and flavor of the season to your table with this simple dish! Roasted Butternut Squash Soup Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 75 minutes Yield: 4 bowls or 8 cups Ingredients: 1 large butternut squash (3 lbs.) 2 T. olive oil, plus more for ... [keep reading]
Start your year right with these powerful one-minute prayers
Ready to set the tone for 2025? These three prayers, taken from One-Minute Prayers for a Woman’s Year by Hope Lyda, will help you start the year with purpose and peace. Abundance and Provision "Refreshment" You gave abundant showers, O God; you refreshed your weary inheritance. Your people settled in it, and from your bounty, God, you provided for the poor. Psalm 68:9-10 I grow weary on my journey sometimes. You have carried me often, Lord. I have felt used and useless when going ... [keep reading]
How to build healthy media habits as a Christian mom
We’ve all been there. That zombie feeling when you’ve binge-watched too much TV and feel out of sorts with yourself. Or you’ve had your phone in your hand too much for a day, and you feel guilty about only giving your children half your attention. Or perhaps you just read a book that wasn’t as “closed-door romance” as you thought, and you feel distressed over not skipping those pages or even putting down the book entirely. As Christians, there’s a reason we feel unsettled or regretful after we ... [keep reading]
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Discover our community of moms like you who will share their experiences and encouragement, so you can thrive as a parent and in your walk with God. Parenting has its challenges, but we're here with you— to serve, to equip, and to inspire. Let's celebrate the journey together. Sign up to get our weekly blog posts, including fun giveaways and free activities for you and your children to enjoy. Join us today using the form below. And thanks! We're glad you're here. ... [keep reading]
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