My Own Top Ten Savvy Sauce Episodes That Never Made the Top Ten
On August 19th, 2007, I began following Jesus. From that day forward, documenting life in a commonplace journal enriched my life. In this journal I jot down favorite Scriptures and passages from books or conversations I don’t want to forget. I also include answered prayers, stories that build my faith, and random thoughts I am able to process better when I put pencil to paper.
Recipe for a Peaceful Holiday Season
You know one recipe that increases the likelihood of enjoyment for all in the holiday season?
Forethought + Surrender = Peace!
My favorite practical tip for savoring the holidays is begin preparing WAAAAAY earlier than you think is necessary!
Printable with Fun Questions for Your Kids to Ask Each Other!
First, I want to give a shout out to all the dads this month! Your role is eternally important and I hope this Scripture is an encouragement to you today:
“Many a man proclaims his own loyalty and goodness, But who can find a faithful and trustworthy man? The righteous man who walks in integrity and lives life in accord with his [godly] beliefs— How blessed [happy and spiritually secure] are his children after him [who have his example to follow].”
Proverbs 20:6-7 AMP
Ten Questions to Help You Prepare for Summer with Your Family
I desire to make the very most of my time on earth, and I’m assuming you do too! So how can we be prepared to seize every good and exciting opportunity this summer with our family?
Icebreaker Questions for Gatherings
Easter is almost here!
Are you gathering with friends or family to celebrate the BEST NEWS EVER?!!!
Five Questions to Start Your Year Off Well
This time of year makes me giddy!!! Rather than New Year’s resolutions, I like to reflect on what has worked well in the past, take inventory of the present, and prayerfully prepare to seize opportunities that may come my way in the future.
Intentionality Precedes Blessing
Intentionality often precedes blessing. Do you notice this theme in the Bible too? Here are a few examples. Keep in mind these are not formulas, but wise principles.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NIV) “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens”
Colossians 4:5b (AMP) “make the most of each opportunity [treating it as something precious].”
Gifts for Children’s Easter Baskets
If you are planning to spend some money on material things as a gift this Easter, would you consider purchasing resources with a greater purpose?
Great Screen Time Options for Kids
What are your rules for technology with your children? Maybe a better way to pose that question is: what are your hopes for the type of character and skills your children will develop?
Favorite Easter Activity with Kids
Do you hide Easter baskets for your kids to find? This was one of the traditions I carried forward from my childhood.