After a grueling day, nothing sounds better than a soak in the tub to relax... the candles are lit, the soft music is playing, and everything is where it should be. ...but let's be honest, most of our bathrooms have rugs covered with hair from a month's worth of brushing, dust permanently crusted on the hard-to-reach places behind the toilet, and powder from our makeup encroaching on our spouse's side of the countertop. Not nearly as glamorous … [Read more...] about 3 Easy Steps to Turn Your Bathroom into a Spa
Preparing for Lent
Each year, millions of Christians celebrate the season of Lent, a time known for fasting, abstinence and prayer. This year the first day of Lent falls on Wednesday, March 2. While we are preparing for Lent, let’s unpack the meaning and history behind this 40-day Lenten season and maybe even think through a few ideas on how we might ready our hearts for Easter. Here are some basic principles behind the Lenten season: WHAT IS LENT? Lent is the … [Read more...] about Preparing for Lent
6 Ways to Show Love This Year
God loves everyone—and He calls us to do the same selflessly, without expectation of something in return. Love is given utmost importance in His Word. We are expected to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind—and to love our neighbor, too. What is love? The ‘Love Verse’ at 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 is an oft-quoted Scripture that reminds us love is patient and kind; not envious, boastful, or full of pride. How can we apply this in 2022? Jesus … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Show Love This Year
Valentine’s Day Marshmallow Pops Recipe
February = Valentine's Day = time to show the love! And what better way to show it than with a sweet treat? One thing we love about these Marshmallow Pops is that they are easy to make and yield 45-50 pops, which means you have plenty to gift to friends, your child's classmates, your co-workers, neighbors, bible study crew... there is plenty to go around! Thanks always to our dear friend Nancy C. for coming up with a brilliant Valentine's … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day Marshmallow Pops Recipe
What God Says About Loving Others
What does God say about love? What is love, according to the Bible? We have been given an abundance of Bible verses about loving others, so we can assume it’s important. John 13:34-35 TLB says, “And so I am giving a new commandment to you now—love each other just as much as I love you. Your strong love for each other will prove to the world that you are my disciples.” We are commanded to love one another as Jesus does. There is not one person … [Read more...] about What God Says About Loving Others
Baked Potato Soup Recipe
Happy 2022! We're kicking off the new year in Arkansas with a cold blast hitting our area later today (we're going from 60 degree winter bliss to 0 degree wind chills in a quick 24 hours... brr!). On a chilly night, nothing bring more comfort to the soul than a bowl of soup. We're loving that Nancy C. sent us her take on Baked Potato Soup, and we hope that it warms your belly as we welcome in the new year. Baked Potato Soup by Nancy … [Read more...] about Baked Potato Soup Recipe