Author: Amy
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Luke in 26 days reading schedule for the last week
Here is the rest of the Luke reading schedule for this week: Today (Tuesday): Luke 22:1-38 Wednesday: Luke 22:39-71 Thursday: Luke 23 Friday: Luke 24 I’ve really enjoyed reading Luke together with you. Your comments have encouraged me and I’ve enjoyed reading your SOAPS, too, as I could. If you are looking to read the…
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Easy, Fast Beef Steaks with Peppercorn Wine Sauce
Company coming and want to impress? Or maybe you need to pull a quick dinner together, but still want it to be special? For the past four weeks I’ve been participating in a promotion with the Texas Beef Council and it has really opened my eyes to beef and how easy is really is to…
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Keeping kids happy with apps
Looking to keep your kids occupied and happy while you wrap gifts and prepare for all the merriment over the next few days? The New York Times has a great roundup of apps and games for children, whether you are traveling, waiting or just need a distraction for the younger set. (Beware: Some of these…
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Serve because you are asked, not to be thanked. Luke 17
Today’s reading is Luke 17. Here is what I heard using the SOAP devotional format: Scripture: Luke 17: 9-10 Would he thank the servant because he did what he was told to do? So you, also, when you have done everything you were told to do, should say, ‘We are unworthy servants; we have only…
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Conversation Starters for Families
My friend Jen has developed a list of conversation starters for family dinners that you can print off, cut and slide into a jar and pull out one by one to answer as a family at dinnertime. Many of her questions are light, but they can bring about much deeper conversation and lots of laughs.…
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Share your gifts. (You do have some!) Luke 16
Today’s reading is Luke 16. Please accept my apologies in not posting yesterday. Here we are on Wednesday, though, and here is what I heard in today’s reading: Scripture: Luke 16: 11 So if you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches? Observation: Use the gifts you…
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Caramel-Wrapped Chocolate-Covered Pretzels
Amy over at Amy’s Finer Things is sharing a very simple and very yummy recipe for caramel-wrapped, chocolate-covered pretzels. Just reading the recipe makes me want to run back to the grocery store so I can make some myself! If you are looking for a treat to serve or give as a gift, this just…
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That premium, ‘fresh’ orange juice may not be so fresh…
I was surprised to read this ABC News report about flavor enhancers being added to premium, ‘fresh’ orange juices. Guess my Vita-Mix is going to have to work a little harder so I can keep things fresh around here! Will this story change the way you buy orange juice?
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Where are all the Titus Two Women
Looking for a godly woman to mentor you and don’t know where to start? You aren’t alone! Gina over at Keepin’ It Real offers some practical advice on finding guidance and seeking out that Titus 2 woman…
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Excuses, excuses. Luke 14
Hi there! I hope you are enjoying this read through Luke and are hearing God’s voice speaking to you. If you are using the SOAP devotional format, what do you think about it? If you aren’t what are you using to record your thoughts and prayers? Our reading for today is Luke 14. Here is…
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Bear Fruit! Luke 13
Today our reading is Luke 13. Here is what I heard: Scripture: Luke 13: 8-9 “Sir,’ the man replied, ‘leave it alone for one more year, and I’ll dig around it and fertilize it. If it bears fruit next year, fine! If not, then I’ll cut it down.’” Observation: The man wanted to give the…
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Be ready. Luke 12
Hi there! Happy Saturday! If you are reading Luke with me this month, today our reading is Luke 12. Here is what stood out to me in today’s reading: Scripture: Luke 12: 35 Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning. Observation: Don’t let up on your study or seeking of the Lord.…
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Be bold in your requests. Luke 11
If you are reading Luke with me this month, today we are reading Luke 11. Even if you haven’t been reading all along, feel free to jump in and read with us. Here is what I heard in the reading today: Scripture: Luke 11:8 I tell you, though, he will not get up and give…
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He already made it special
Today I’m over at Tommy Nelson kids, sharing a few thoughts on Advent. Here’s a preview of what I have to share: Wow! Another year has flown by and us here we are again, preparing to celebrate the birth of our Savior. In my house that means coordinating lots of dates on the calendar for…
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Choosing what is important: Luke 10
If you are reading through Luke with me this month, today we are reading Luke chapter 10. I apologize for not posting Luke 9 yesterday. This week has been much fuller than I anticipated it being and, unfortunately, posting my devotional yesterday was cut. I read, but I didn’t post, and I am so sorry…