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9 activities for a more meaningful Easter
To get into the Easter spirit, here are 9 things you can do to cultivate a more meaningful Easter that will bless you, bless others, and draw you closer to your Saviour. Plus a few ideas just for fun because Easter is great and we should celebrate!
butterscotch + easter egg cookies recipe
This classic cookie recipe adds butterscotch chips and mini chocolate Easter eggs for a seasonal treat that is sure to please. Whip up a batch in under half an hour to enjoy with your family and friends!
the antidote to comparison
Comparison robs you of joy and turns life into a competition that you will never win. Here are 4 practical tips to ditch comparison in exchange for contentment and companionship.
7 easy ways to simplify your morning routine
Making mornings as easy as possible is one of my favorite ways to streamline my week. Instead of dreading waking up and the instant scurrying to get to work on time, I can take it slow and gradually ease into the day. Here are seven things that help me to simplify my mornings and enjoy them just a little bit more.
don’t miss divine appointments!
Do you feel like you are too distracted by your life to notice what God is doing all around you? Read this for some encouragement on how to notice the divine appointments all around you!
from failure to success: moving the goalposts
What would change if you could move the goalposts to turn rejection into success? Here you can find a free tracker and a new habit that will revolutionize your mindset.
my top tip for success
I’m always on the lookout for things that will streamline my schedule and produce better results. However, it was buried under my planners, highlighters, and productivity books that I discovered something surprising in my quest to succeed.
a challenge that changed my mindset
If you want to be the kind of person who prays with others but don’t know how, consider this your pep talk. You never know how God is going to show up, but you can be assured that He will!
in want and plenty: 5 truths about scarcity
In human terms, there is a lot of scarcity in our day-to-day lives. We have a finite number of hours. We have limited cognition, abilities, and energy. Our finances are often less than we’d like. We aren’t where we’d like to be in our careers or relationships. However, that’s not where our story ends. Here are 5 truths about scarcity to encourage your heart when it feels like you’re walking through a dry and dusty desert.
who has despised the day of small things?
Ever felt small, like your efforts don’t matter, like you’re not making any progress? In Zechariah, a little phrase from God serves as a reminder that small is all you need to bring.
more often than not: beyond the consistency of mushroom soup
What consistency is, what it isn’t, and three things to keep in mind to cultivate consistency in your own life!
how to redeem inactive time
Inactive time is when you are performing mindless, repetitive tasks via muscle memory, and your brain is not engaged in your activity. Here are five ways that you can redeem that inactive time to benefit from it and refresh your soul!
the open-heartedness of God
God is open-hearted in that He loves you, freely, richly, and without any strings attached. He doesn’t require good behavior, hard work, or extraordinary character of you. His love continues where yours may fail. He loves even when it hurts. He doesn’t stop loving you even as your choices continue to push Him away.
a dose of grace
God doesn’t view you as a mistake or a failure. Your past does not disqualify you from grace. He sees you as His beloved!
your 2024 guide to vision boarding
Essentially, the idea behind a vision board is that you create a collection of images and quotes that inspire you and that will motivate you to maintain your rhythms when it gets tough to stay serious about your goals. The best part? It’s a lot easier than writing down a bunch of goals and it’s super fun! Vision-boarding can help you gain self-awareness and self-reflect on what is really important to you or what visually inspires you.
pebbernodders - your new favourite Christmas cookie
Pebbernodders are without a doubt my favourite Christmas cookie! I first discovered the recipe when I was reading a Danish Christmas book at 14 years old, and they have been a staple of Christmas ever since. Gently spiced with cardamom and ginger, and literally the size of a fingertip, these cookies are perfect with a cup of tea or just eaten by the handful ;)
three ways you can set goals that actually work
Statistically, New Year's resolutions are not very effective. Approximately 43% of people abandon their resolutions by the end of January! If you want to do things differently in 2024 and you want a little bit of motivation and encouragement for goals that actually stick, read on.
longing for another world
Take heart, friend. This isn't the end of your story. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. A new day will dawn, and God will show up with fresh mercy sufficient for each moment. He will hold your hand as you continue to trek towards home, clambering over rocky mountains and trudging through deep, muddy valleys. He will sit with you in your grief, binding up your gaping wounds with love that is too great for words. He will carry you when you feel like you just can't go on, ever closer to the Home you long for.
when your efforts seem in vain
When you are feeling invisible, like nothing you do makes a difference, read this. How can a tiny little letter change the world? How can you change others’ lives? Read on to find out!
when you feel overwhelmed (450 vs. 1)
You + God always equal a majority. Read this when you feel overwhelmed and need a dose of hope.