He Said/She Said…on Leadership in the Home
This month on Faith First Parent, I invite you to get to know four women I respect, admire, and really enjoy. Each has found her sweet spot in serving God and others. I hope you’ll enjoy their stories and be inspired by their passions and labors of love for the Lord. Today, Tricia Goyer shares…
Read MoreA Gift for Valentine’s Day and Beyond from 1C13P
Happy Valentine’s Day! Celebrate with A Gift for Valentine’s Day and Beyond. Gear up for the Day of Love, February 14, with these ideas from the 1 Corinthians 13 Parenting Team. Ideas, recipes, thoughts, activities, and more… all for you! And it’s a FREE gift, from us to you! Download A Gift for Valentine’s Day and Beyond. …
Read MorePreparing for the Unexpected: 15 Absolutely Necessities
Doomsday, natural disasters, tragedies… Movies of this nature are not on my must–see list or even my want-to-see list. Scott often chuckles at me when we’re deciding on a movie for date night. My philosophy is: There’s enough evil, sadness, and death in real life, why pay to see more and call it entertainment? Real…
Read MoreThe Hard-Working Home Office
Home offices can be places were deals are made and businesses are run. They can also be a designated space where the CEO, CFO, and COO of the family, Mom and Dad, take care of everything kid related, from school permission slips and immunization records, to the family budget and taxes. Whether it’s a whole room…
Read MoreBe Our Guest: Cozy Guest Rooms and Breakfast Recipe
An arduous flight, a close call with a semi truck, unfamiliar roads…I was exhausted! When I arrived on Sheri’s doorstep, I was greeted with a huge hug from my friend and valet service with a smile from her husband. They graciously invited me into their home. The guest room was ready and a delicious dinner…
Read MoreOrganizing Ribbons & Wrappings, Boxes & Bows
I love giving presents to people! Making the package look pretty and seeing delight in a loved one’s eyes makes my heart glad. But rolls of giftwrap, ribbons, bows, and cards can be a mess. Here’s how I keep the clutter to a minimum. • Store rolls of wrapping paper in a 13-gallon plastic trash…
Read MoreA Fresh Start: Being Organized at Home, Work, Calendar
Being organized is a stress reliever. January is my month to get organized. It’s a new year with fresh opportunities, higher goals, and new beginnings. Just looking at the 2014 calendar hanging under the crumpled, too busy 2013 calendar gives me hope. organized Getting my house and especially my workspace in order is a priority. Let’s…
Read MoreMerry Christmas!
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned. For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of…
Read MoreWrapping Up the Holiday: Get Organized
Exchanging gifts reminds us of God’s Greatest Gift, Jesus Christ. The wise men travelled far to deliver gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh to the Christ Child. They each had one present to think about. Most Christmas lists are l-o-n-g! And getting those gifts organized can be stressful. Here are a few ways to alleviate…
Read MoreThankful Hearts Share
Thankful hearts share the message of salvation with others. Share the message of Jesus with all those who gather around your Thanksgiving table. In this world of cultural demise the greatest gift you can give is the Gospel of Jesus Christ. A home where God is trusted and the Bible honored provides fertile soil to…
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