It's no surprise that I love to cook, and have been developing recipes for years; But there was a time when cooking was new and intimidating to me just as much as it is to any other beginner! The good news is, if you are new to cooking, it can become something you truly enjoy, and even feel confident about! Here are a few tips I found helpful when I first got started in the kitchen.
I'll never forget the first time I mustered up the courage to tell someone that the Lord had delivered me from eating disorders. Saying it aloud felt "risky" somehow, but the moment I spoke of His power, there was a strengthening that left me forever changed. My hesitation grew into a hunger. I began to understand in a new way the promise that we overcome our struggles and sin by the powerful sacrifice of Jesus and the word of our testimony. The more we tell of how Christ frees us, the more...
We tend to think of cravings as a “bad” thing, but overall, cravings can be our bodies way of telling us they need something we are deficient in. Sometimes cravings are our bodies way of telling us they need more water or rest, or that our stress levels are rising. Tending to those needs are always a great place to start when it comes to caring for our bodies.
On the other hand, if you are craving a specific food, it could be that you are lacking nutrition in a certain area. To ensure your...
“For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind, and self-control].” 2 Timothy 1:7
Who needs to be reminded of who they are today? When we believe that we are powerless to change areas of our lives that we desire to improve – health, hope, happiness, or holiness – we buy into a lie from the Enemy. We’ve lost sight of, maybe...
I love these fun posts where I get to share my favorite finds with you. Thanks for the fantastic feedback telling us that you love them too. Yay for fun products! Alright, here we go. Today, I'm sharing some of the fitness-related products I'm currently crushing on. As always, if you try them, let us know. I'd love to hear what you think.
Leggings
Ok, let's shoot straight, this first item is an investment. My daughter (seemingly like all middle school girls) has been obsessed with Lululemon. I...
“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for, in due season, we will reap if we do not give up.” Galatians 6:9
I’ve noticed a bit of an epidemic lately. Maybe you have too? I’m part of an online group of local moms. There is an overwhelming theme among them. Loneliness, overwhelm, anxiety, stress, and a desperate search for balance. More than ever, women seem to feel as though they are drowning. I suspect several reasons for this, but the rescue seems completely allusive for many.
My heart...
Sean and I are so excited to be able to share the wonderfully made little boy God has entrusted to us, weighing 6 lb 14 oz, and 21 inches long! We welcomed Oliver into this world on 6/24/22, a historical day that Roe VS Wade was overturned; Which was a pretty special day to be born into this world! Today I'm sharing my labor and delivery story, and how God brought full circle redemption from beginning to the end of this pregnancy!
Early labor started for me on Thursday June 23rd, when I was...
If you follow me on social media, you have probably heard me expressing my joy over my daughter Maddie (age 5) growing so much this past year, and how she has become more bold and brave. This was a journey over the past year, and so much of the change and progress we noticed in her came from prayer and speaking the word of God over her.
Since Maddie was born she has always been a tender-hearted child, which is perfectly the way God made her! When she turned two however, I noticed that she...
When sitting down to consider what I really need for our second baby, one thing kept popping into my mind: "keep it simple". After figuring things out as I went with Maddie I knew I only wanted to purchase and pull out of storage the products that I will use consistently.
Being that this is my second baby, I have both experience and time on my side, both of which has helped me pick out the products that I feel I will actually need this time around! Time has proven to be in my favor with the...
“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked [He will not allow Himself to be ridiculed, nor treated with contempt nor allow His precepts to be scornfully set aside]; for whatever a man sows, this and this only is what he will reap. For the one who sows to his flesh [his sinful capacity, his worldliness, his disgraceful impulses] will reap from the flesh ruin and destruction, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life.” Galatians 6:7-8
What kind of seed are you...
Nourish: Discover God's Perfectly Balanced Plan for Your Body and Soul Encouragement and practical knowledge for living a healthy spiritual & physical lifestyle, inspiring you to get healthy from the inside out.
Devotions for a Healthier You A devotional filled with scriptures, encouraging stories, and tips on keeping a healthy mind, body, and spirit.
100 Simple & Delicious Recipes for Clean Eating An inspirational cookbook chock-full of healthy, innovative yet simple recipes.
