In the book of Ephesians, we learn that we are members of God's household, "built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets" (Ephesians 2:19-20).Paul refers to this again in 2 Timothy 3:14-17, when he reminds young pastor Timothy, "But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have ... Read More about God’s Lesson Plans
Doughnut Recipe
We made some doughnuts at home this morning. No, these aren't healthy! :-) Yes, they're healthier than store-bought. Well, anyway, enjoy....2 1/2 cups flour 2 tsp. baking powder 1 cup sugar 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp cloves 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tbsp. ... Read More about Doughnut Recipe
A Mother’s Workmanship
"The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down" (Proverbs 14:1, NIV). Just as God has made you His workmanship (Ephesians 2:10), you also have a special "craft project" going on in your home. You guessed it! Your children! A wise woman builds her house, ... Read More about A Mother’s Workmanship
Some great reading for a rainy night…
It might not be rainy where you live, but it's pouring cats and dogs here. So on this wet evening, here are some "just-can't-miss-them" blog posts I've been enjoying:http://50shousewife.blogspot.com/2009/06/someone-has-to-do-it.html -- "Someone Has to Do It" -- This blogger talks about the ... Read More about Some great reading for a rainy night…
DAYBOOK ENTRY FOR MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2009…
Outside my window… The day is almost over, and it's raining, but it's a gentle rain that cooled it off outside. Ahhh... But these are NEW (to me) windows I'm looking through. YES! I'm sitting in my new office, instead of at the dining-room table. YIPPEE!I am thinking… That I love my office. ... Read More about DAYBOOK ENTRY FOR MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2009…
A Mom’s Prayer Requests
Our church's ladies group has been studying the life of Hannah (1 Samuel 1-2). One thing we noted is that she prayed for little Samuel before he was even conceived. When God answered her request for a son, she kept her part of the bargain by saying, "So now I give him to YHVH."Each of us as moms ... Read More about A Mom’s Prayer Requests
Get to Know You Thursday — Healthy Baby Steps
Good morning, everyone! I can't stay online too long today... got a busy (but fun!) day ahead of me. But I've been enjoying a fabulous e-book by Stephanie Langford called Healthy Homemaking: One Step at a Time. She describes this book as "a 52-week journey of baby steps to help you move towards more ... Read More about Get to Know You Thursday — Healthy Baby Steps
Daybook Entry for June 8, 2009
Outside my window… It's a rainy spring-like day here in Minnesota. It's cool and breezy, and everything is SO green. I have to say... even with the rain, the weather here is gorgeous! It doesn't seem fair that we live in a place with such great weather in June.I am thinking… That it was really ... Read More about Daybook Entry for June 8, 2009