{this post contains affiliate links, thank you for supporting this blog!} I was so excited to have the opportunity to read this book written by Michelle Rayburn called Repurposed And Upcycled Life. Don't you love the cover and the title?? Me, too. This book was the encouragement I've been needing for the past few weeks. The truths in this book, as well as the heart behind them, really resonated with where I'm at right now in life. I am so thankful that God doesn't ever finish working on ... Read More about The Repurposed & Upcycled Life {book review}
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Almost Amish, The Dirty Life & thoughts on simplicity
I have read and heard mixed reviews of the book, Almost Amish by Nancy Sleeth. But, I was eager to read this book, nonetheless, because I think simplicity and contentment go hand in hand. Contentment is my word and focus for 2013. As soon as I finished Almost Amish, I picked up The Dirty Life, which one of my friends said she liked better than Almost Amish. So, I was intrigued!! Thankfully our library had both of these books! Surprisingly, though the 2 books are VERY different, I loved them ... Read More about Almost Amish, The Dirty Life & thoughts on simplicity
Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus {Christmas tour 2012}
Praying our home and hearts are welcoming of the Lord Jesus. Come, thou long expected Jesus Born to set Thy people free. From our fears and sins release us; Let us find our rest in Thee. Israel's strength and consolation hope of all the earth Thou art; dear desire of every nation joy of every longing heart. Born thy people to deliver born a child and yet a king, born to reign in us forever now thy gracious kingdom bring. By thine ... Read More about Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus {Christmas tour 2012}
Contentment & Gratitude {day 3}
I've been sharing with you how God has been working on my heart regarding contentment. I am still struggling with this concept. Deep down in my heart I feel like I am content. I am so blessed. I'm so thankful. God has given us all we need and more. I can look around me and literally count the multitude of blessings. So, if I'm thankful for what I have, why do I keep wanting more? Why do I keep buying more? Is it habit? Is it something deep down I haven't discovered? Is it living in America ... Read More about Contentment & Gratitude {day 3}