Author: Amy
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No judging. Romans 14:1-12
Today’s reading is Romans 14:1-12. Here’s what I heard, using the SOAP format: Scripture: Romans 14: 4 Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To his own master he stands or falls. And he will stand, for the Lord is able to make him stand. Observation: Don’t judge. It’s not up to you and…
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Donor Milk premiers March 1 in Houston
Donor Milk, a documentary exploring the donation of breastmilk through the eyes of grieving and giving mothers, premiers Thursday, March 1, at River Oaks Theater in Houston. I breastfed my three babies because I felt it was the best option for them and I was fortunate to have an amazing obstetrician who educated me before…
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How can I shine His light today? Romans 13:8-14
Today’s reading: Romans 13: 8-14 Here’s what I heard… Scripture: Romans 13: 8 Let no debt remain outstanding, except continuing the debt to love one another, for he who loves his fellowman has fulfilled the law. Observation: Take care of business and do all you are instructed to do. You will never love each other…
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Sin is sin is sin: Romans 13:1-7
Today’s Reading: Romans 13:1-7 Click over to see the whole Romans in 29 Days reading schedule. Feel free to jump in right where we are today, even if you haven’t been reading with us all month. Today it was tough for me to zero in on one verse for SOAP. This is what eventually grabbed…
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Szechuan Beef Stir Fry
Can you hear that sizzle and smell those steak and veggies?? You might remember back in November and December when I shared all those yummy beef recipes that the Texas Beef Council shared with me. Well, guess what… The Texas Beef Council has invited me to be a Beef Blogger once again and try out…
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Please consider supporting me as I bike against Multiple Sclerosis
It’s not often I ask for monetary support from my readers. But Multiple Sclerosis is still taking its toll on too many and MS 150 season is upon us. I am always amazed at those of you who contribute and blown away by your support in the form of prayers and sweet, sweet notes. So…
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Does Target know you’re pregnant? And what do the other retailers know?
Ever wonder how Target, and no doubt other retailers as well, collect data from us with every transaction and tailor their sales pitches? In this story on Forbes.com, one father was outraged that his daughter was receiving coupons which were appropriate for a new mom. Little did he know her buying habits had pointed Target…
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Is God calling you to share about Him? Romans 10:1-15
Here is what I heard today.. and how could I NOT post after hearing this?! Scripture: Romans 10:14 How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them?…
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Share your peanut butter recipe for a chance to win a $500 giftcard
Do you dig peanut butter and love to save money, too? In celebration of National Peanut Month this March, the Southern Peanut Growers organization is launching its third annual “PB my way” recipe contest, with the winner taking home a $500 Visa® gift card… and that will buy a LOT of peanut butter! Plus, for…
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Gaining Peace. Romans 8:1-17
How is your reading of Romans coming? I have found it to be quite powerful!I have really enjoyed reading it at this pace and SOAPing my way through. I hope you have, too. Here’s what struck me today: Scripture: Romans 8: 5-6 5Those who live according to the sinful nature have their minds set on…
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Escaping Attempted Child Abduction
How do you teach your child to protect her or himself? This is a tough topic, but after watching this video of a 7 year-old girl who escaped an attempted abduction in an Georgia Wal-Mart earlier this week, I am reminded that evil is, in fact, lurking. (Clicking the image or this copy will take…
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Spice Rack Organization?
This is my attempt at organization of a spice rack: Wait, get a little closer and you’ll see my secret tool (that I don’t think my husband has ever noticed): Um-hmmm… I LOVE masking tape for labeling. And I thought if I labeled the shelves, others would join in my alphabetizing mission. I initially put…
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What am I a slave to? Romans 6: 15-23
Today’s reading of Romans is Romans 6:15-23. Please consider downloading a Romans in 29 Days Reading Schedule and join in! Here is what I heard: Scripture: Romans 6: 16 Don’t you know that when you offer yourselves to someone to obey him as slaves, you are slaves to the one whom you obey– whether you…
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Romans in 29 Days Reading Schedule
This month I have been reading and SOAP’ing through Romans. If you would like to join me, I’ve created a simple chart with the reading assignments for each day. If you haven’t begun yet, it’s okay to just jump in where we are and read from there… any time spent in His Word is valuable,…
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Using my body as His instrument: Romans 6:1-14
Today’s reading in Romans is Romans 6:1-14. Here is what stood out to me: Scripture: Romans 6: 13 Do not offer the parts of your body to sin, as instruments of wickedness, but rather offer yourselves to God, as those who have been brought from death to life; and offer parts of your body to…