Author: Amy
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Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians through the end of April
I will be reading and SOAP’ing through Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians and Colossians one chapter per day through the end of April. Would you like to join me? Many of you may know me as the fast-paced host of the Bible in 90 Days, but I have really enjoyed taking in some New Testament readings at…
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4 Moms of 35 Kids: Ebook Giveaway
Guest post and giveaway by Connie of Smockity Frocks: Have you heard of The 4 Moms of 35+ Kids? We are a group of 4 large family moms who started a blogging project to answer questions we often get about parenting, household management, and more. The 4 Moms are: Smockity Frocks The Common Room Life…
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Improve your Marriage- Spring Conference Giveaway
There is a great spring giveaway at Keepin’ it Real and I’ve invited Gina, a mentor, blogger and mom whom I truly respect and adore to tell you all about it. From Gina… I have been given the privilege of being able to give away a FamilyLife “Weekend to Remember®” marriage getaway registration for one…
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Operation Intentional #Kindness: April Missions
This month’s assignments for Operation Intentional #Kindness are: Give four compliments today: two to people you know, two to people you don’t know. Let someone else go first… in the check-out line, in a doorway, down the parking lot aisle (and risk giving up a better spot) Write a thank you note to a store…
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I’ve been a bit cloudy lately… 2 Corinthians 3 SOAP
Today’s reading is 2 Corinthians 3 Here’s what grabbed me… Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18 And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. Observation: We are being transformed by Him, and reflect Him in all…
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Food storage guidelines
[Source: Daily Savings from All You] Judging from this, it’s definitely time for a clean-out in some places of my pantry and also my refrigerator. The last time I had a major refrigerator clean-out was just after Hurricane Ike. Yikes. What about you? Big clean-out ahead? Moderate tosses? Or is all your food up to…
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Support the Arc & cook with some of Houston’s best…
The Houston based non-profit, Friends for Good, will host a cooking class at Central Market in Houston featuring chefs from Green Beans and Guacamole, a cookbook for-a-cause supported by exceptional Houston restaurants, on Tuesday, April 10, 2012. Guests attending the Central Market cooking class will watch as a star-studded lineup of Houston chefs, including Chef…
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Listen to the past. 1 Corinthians 10:6
Today’s reading is 1 Corinthians 10. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:6 Now these things occurred as examples to keep us from setting our hearts on evil things as they did. Observation: Take note of what happened to the Israelites and keep your focus on God, not evil. Application: It can be difficult for me to keep…
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Thoughts on Marriage. 1 Corinthians 7
If you are reading 1 & 2 Corinthians with me, today’s reading is 1 Corinthians 7. I’m abandoning the SOAP format today because, well, instead I’d like to ask for your input. This passage talks about marriage. Paul suggests it is better not to be married, as then your focus on God is divided, as…
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Mushroom Swiss Steak and Potatoes
This week, the Texas Beef council asked each of the Beef Bloggers to post a recipe that is a family favorite. And, since they are helping us to eat healthier and pack in the nutrients, they took a look at each of our recipes and gave us a few suggestions on what we could do…
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I care very little if I am judged by you. 1 Corinthians 4
Okay, that’s not true. But I am working on it! Good morning! I hope you are enjoying our read through 1 Corinthians. Today’s reading is 1 Corinthians 4. (If you follow me on Facebook or Twitter, I post reminders each night on both of those with the next day’s reading.) If you aren’t already using…
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I’m laying the foundation: 1 Corinthians 3
Today’s reading in 1 Corinthians was 1 Corinthians 3. Here’s what grabbed me: Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10 By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as an expert builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should be careful how he builds. Observation: God enabled me to begin the…
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Not my eloquence, but His power 1 Corinthians 2:1
Wow! I am so glad I am reading 1 Corinthians with you! Today, I opened my Bible to read the second chapter and was smacked with so much reassurance. Here’s what grabbed me: Wait, before we get to that, I’ve got a tip for you to help keep you reading with me each day: If…
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I need to be a better listener. 1 Corinthians 1
I have a confession to make: I have been reading 1 Corinthians without you. But that is about to end. It has been such rich reading, and has even made me squirm a bit, so I don’t want you to miss out. And I’d like to read your comments to my comments, too. So I…
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Dijon-Wine Steak Kabobs with Mushroom Wild Rice
Today I was really strapped for time, but knew I needed to try out another beef recipe and share it with you. And I’m glad I pulled it together, raced to the store before lunch to get the steak and get it marinating, as once it became time to actually make dinner, it fell into…