As someone who teaches group fitness, specifically strength training, I know well the impact a new year has on gym memberships. In January, they pack out. By spring, many have disappeared. As Pastor David reminded us in his first message of this New Year, losing weight is always the majority’s number one resolution. People have … [Read more…]
Month: January 2014
Time to Pray
Does it ever feel to you like a day’s worth of work just to get yourself dressed & ready and the kiddos as well? Does it ever seem that a 10 minute shower is a luxury? Do you ever feel the slightest bit weary in disciplining? Can it sometimes seem that life is pressing in … [Read more…]
More than “Looking the Part”
Let me set the stage for you. It was our third year living in Mexico and our children’s school was celebrating Grandparent’s Day. We were packed into a large auditorium with all the other multi-generations of family members. We had already sat through the 3 year old and 4 year old classes. Our cameras were charged, … [Read more…]
Get Plugged into the Word…
On Behalf of the Simplified Family, I wanted to share two really wonderful tools to inspire your kids to get closer to Christ. They’re already plugged in, so why not use that time in a really positive way. Bible for Kids by You Version Bible for Kids is a free app for your smart phone. It’s brand new and it’s … [Read more…]
In the Hallway
I recently saw this post on Facebook – “Until God opens the next door, Praise Him in the hallway”. Being someone who is presently sitting in the hallway wondering where I’m supposed to serve next, I thought WOW! I know He has a plan and I know I’m supposed to be doing something – … [Read more…]
Wait for the Lord
What do rush hour traffic, doctors’ offices, & standing in line all have in common? Waiting! I’m taking a poll…how many of you like to wait? I think I’m a pretty patient person until I have to wait in standstill traffic. That drives me up a wall! Come to think of it, I don’t like … [Read more…]
Healthy Living
“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought at a price, so glorify God with your body.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 As women, it can be so difficult to make taking care of … [Read more…]
Living Like There is No Other Option
Since then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not earthly things. For you died and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. (Colossians 3:1-3) In that transforming moment on the Damascus road, … [Read more…]