Purposeful Living
Creative ideas for enjoying your family in all seasons of the year, including spending time in nature, creative ways to celebrate holidays, and ways to teach your children the art of hospitality.
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10 Bible Verses About Not Being Perfect
I was in middle school when I set out on a quest to be perfect. I couldn’t stand getting anything less than an A on every test, and I wanted to be the best artist, the fastest runner, and the best writer in my class. Meanwhile, the Bible offers a different suggestion: We are to do our best and leave the outcomes to God. Today, we’ll explore a list of Bible verses about not being perfect. My hope is that these words will release you from the unrealistic expectation of perfection. Years ago, a friend offered advice about perfectionism that changed my life. She said, “Don’t try to be perfect. …
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15 Bible Verses for Mothers and Daughters
Are you a mother or daughter in search of wisdom and guidance in your mother-daughter relationship? Today, I invite you to join me as we open God’s Word and explore 15 encouraging Bible verses for mothers and daughters. Whether you are the mother of a young daughter or an adult daughter seeking a closer relationship with your mom, I pray these Scriptures encourage you and guide you. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook for mothers and daughters of all ages. Bible Verses for Mothers and Daughters Our first child was born on a dark Tuesday night. Throughout the pregnancy, I earnestly…
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Christmas Gifts for Christian Moms: 5 Life-Changing Books
More than anything, Christian moms want to raise children who love and follow Jesus. For this reason, the most heartfelt Christmas gifts for Christian moms are resources to help them fulfill this vision. Below, you’ll find five books. The first three books are unlike any other books on the market. These are books for Christian moms to read with their kids and help them grow in their faith. These books are unique because they are all coauthored by a Christian mom and her three young children! Life-Changing Christmas Gifts for Christian Moms As the parent of two sons and a daughter, I have a heart for helping parents develop deeper…
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My Favorite Prayer Guide of 2022: Hidden Manna on a Country Road
Cinnamon-colored sycamore leaves fall slowly, surrendering to the earth. I hold one in my hand, and it covers my flesh like a glove. For an instant, my mind drifts away from the problems of work and home. Peace cloaks me, and I think about the book that’s been serving as my prayer guide this autumn. In her new book Hidden Manna on a Country Road: Seeing God’s Daily Provision All Around Us, Sarah Geringer writes: “When I feel the overwhelm of a bigger-than-me situation, I know it’s time to hit the gravel road and pray it out, surrendering it so I can experience God’s peace. I also know that whether…
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Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit: 9 Ways to Love Well
Not long ago, after studying the fruit of the Spirit, I decided I was done yelling at my kids. Ten minutes after making the decision, someone dumped a whole box of cereal on the kitchen floor in an attempt to pick out the marshmallows. Cultivating the fruit of the Spirit suddenly felt far from my reality. If you can relate—if you want to bear more fruit in your life but tend to fall short—you’re in the right place. Cultivating the Fruit of the Spirit Today, we’ll talk about how to lean into God and bear more fruit in our lives. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post…
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Mother-Daughter Devotional Books by a Mom and Daughter
Are you looking for a mother-daughter devotional to help your daughter grow closer to God while strengthening your relationship? My daughter Bekah and I are excited to share two mother-daughter devotional books with you today. We wrote these books together with the vision to help moms and daughters grow together while growing in faith. As the mom of a teen girl, I know how challenging both these conquests can be. Mother-Daughter Devotional Books Girl to Girl: 60 Mother-Daughter Devotions for a Closer Relationship and Deeper Faith is written for girls ages 7-12. It includes 60 devotions with Scripture, conversation starters, and a shared journaling section for moms and daughters after each devotion. …
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7 Prayers for Insecurity: When You Wonder If You Fit in
Do you ever walk into crowded places and wonder where you fit in? Maybe you feel like you don’t fit in at all. Most of us have felt this way. Today, I’ll share seven empowering prayers for insecurity as we aim to overcome our fears of rejection. I invite you to join me as I navigated these feelings among a group of beautiful and talented women. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you overcome insecurity by shifting your focus. Prayers for Insecurity I make my way cautiously from the ornately decorated lobby of the exquisite hotel and follow the…
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9 Bible Verses About Feeling Unappreciated
I recently went for a walk with a friend who confessed to Angry Cleaning. At the heart of the matter, she was angry because she felt unseen and unappreciated. Today, we’ll explore 9 Bible verses about feeling unappreciated. Most of us face times when our work feels unseen, and others are not grateful. When these times come, we can remind ourselves that we are working for Christ, and he sees us. Let’s look at these Bible verses about feeling unappreciated. Then, we’ll return to the conversation about Angry Cleaning. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you find validation in…
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God’s Assignment for You: 7 Keys to Fulfilling Your Purpose
First light pours through the curtain slow and thick, like buttermilk. I am weary today. I want to embrace God’s assignment for my life, but there are days when I struggle to live with a sense of purpose. If you can relate, you’re in the right place. Today, we’ll explore seven insights about God’s assignment for you. Then, we’ll talk about the assignments that feel like interruptions. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you embrace God’s purpose for you. 7 Insights About God’s Assignment for You I’ve spent much of my life grappling with the idea of God’s assignment…
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Seeking God’s Wisdom: Are You Praying or Ruminating?
Do you ever feel afraid of making the wrong decision and messing up your life? Maybe you need to choose between two jobs, two future spouses, or two different houses. In your uncertainty, you’re afraid you’re going to choose incorrectly and derail your life. You’ve been seeking God’s wisdom, but for the most part, heaven seems silent. A few years ago, I was desperate for wisdom and direction from God. I wasn’t sure whether to continue fervently pursuing my writing career or slow my writing and consider the possibility of having a third child. I reached out to a mentor and asked for advice. Secretly, I hoped she would tell…
