Every year I have grandiose plans for Advent. Books to read, activities to complete, prayers to write. And every year one of two things happen: I don’t get started until December 10th . . . OR . . . by December 10th I’ve missed so many days I am ready to give up. For the past few years I’ve owned my Advent failures and determined not to attempt so much and instead slow and be still more. Instead of adding to my December calendar, I subtract. I write less and expect less—of myself and of ... [Read More]
Using Scripture in Your Christmas Decor
I'm over at Do Not Depart today sharing about how we incorporate Scripture into our holiday decorations. I'd love for you to join me there today for some simple ideas! And a few other reminders: 50% off code for the Redeemed Christmas Doormat is good through Saturday! Use code DOORMAT50 to get yours for just $15! 10 Great Gift Ideas for Guys ... From calendars to shaving kits, these are some classic gifts for the guys on your list! Leave a comment on this review of Karen Ehman's ... [Read More]
10 Great Gifts for the Men on Your List
Guys can be really hard to buy for, you know? Especially if your guy isn't a golfer, hunter, fisher, or ridiculous sports fanatic. And it's all harder if you have a guy like mine who usually just saves up for whatever he wants and buys it for himself ... or adds items to his list that you feel incredibly ill-equipped to purchase. So, with the help of said guy, we've come up with a list for all you, like me, who wonder what on earth to give the guys on your list. Shaving Kit — Lots ... [Read More]
12 Days of Freedom … Join the Freedom Story!
I adore Freeset bags! I have three ... and every single time I carry one I get asked where I got it. I love answering that question! For the second year in a row, I'm thankful to be a part of Freeset's Christmas campaign to raise awareness about what they do and women they help. They call it 12 Days of Freedom ... I call it a great way to buy an awesome bag for someone on your list! Here's what Freeset does: Freeset is in business for freedom. Freedom from human trafficking. Freeset is a ... [Read More]
When God Draws Near: The Person of Redemption
About half of women in the United States feel unattractive without makeup (source). Based on my Twitter stream, a good percentage of women struggle to build solid friendships with other women in their communities. We battle feelings of insecurity and insignificance. We wonder if we are good enough at mothering, wife-ing, homemaking, and ministering. Based on the popularity of books like Hope for the Weary Mom: Where God Meets You in Your Mess,Unglued: Making Wise Choices ... [Read More]
When God Draws Near: May We Be Stilled
Here we are ... Thanksgiving week. I have no idea how this is even possible. 2012 has flown by! We are halfway through the When God Draws Near series and I'm working hard to get the devotions finished up and ready for you in a couple of weeks. One of my favorite things is to provide ideas and resources for others. Last week I mentioned a playlist for meditating and keeping your heart and mind focused on the redemption story throughout the holiday season. Thankfully I am married to a ... [Read More]
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