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Before We Speak
Proverbs 17:27“A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered.” Proverbs 21:23“Watch your tongue and keep your mouth shut, and you will stay out of trouble.” Psalm 141:3“Take control of what I say, O Lord, and guard my lips.” Have you ever replayed a conversation in your mind, wishing you could…
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This Week’s Recipe – Jamy Strawberry Galette
Recipe by Tieghan Gerard // Half Baked Harvest Some recipes find their way into my weekly menu, and others are chosen by the people I love most. This week’s recipe falls into the second category. My Favorite Critic requested this Jamy Strawberry Galette for his birthday, and I couldn’t think of a better way to…
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Friday Reflections – Pear Yogurt Parfait
Pear Yogurt Parfait This recipe turned out to be the perfect summer lunch. With our kitchen still under construction, I’ve been gravitating toward simple meals that don’t require much effort, and this one worked out beautifully. It was light, refreshing, satisfying, and exactly what we wanted on a hot afternoon. Best of all, we enjoyed…
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The Gift of Peace
John 14:27 (NLT)“I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” There are so many things in this world that promise peace. We tell ourselves that if we can just get through this busy season……
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This Week’s Recipe – Pear Yogurt Parfait
Pear Yogurt Parfait Recipe by Nicole Hopper // EatingWell (February 17, 2026) Sometimes the simplest recipes are exactly what we need. With our kitchen still under construction, I’m continuing to lean into meals that are easy to prepare without sacrificing flavor or nourishment. This Pear Yogurt Parfait immediately caught my eye because it checks all…
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Friday Reflections – Ultimate Breakfast Toast
Ultimate Breakfast Toast Recipe by Anna Theoktisto // Cooking Light (September 2018) Some recipes surprise you with how effortlessly they come together, and this was one of them. I expected a delicious breakfast, but I didn’t expect it to feel quite so special. With layers of creamy ricotta, sweet berry compote, juicy peaches, fresh blackberries,…
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The God Who Carries Us
“I will be your God throughout your lifetime—until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you.” — Isaiah 46:4 (NLT) Have you ever reached the end of the day and realized just how much you’ve been carrying? Responsibilities. Decisions. Worries…
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This Week’s Recipe – Ultimate Breakfast Toast
Ultimate Breakfast Toast Recipe by Anna Theoktisto // Cooking Light (September 2018) Sometimes life has a way of reminding us that simple is best. Our kitchen is currently under construction after discovering a leak in our island, so meal prep has been a little more creative than usual! With limited counter space, I’m leaning into…
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Friday Reflections – Blackberry Peach Galette
Blackberry Peach Galette Recipe by Tieghan Gerard // Half Baked Harvest Well…my husband and I ate the whole thing. Mic drop. I think that tells you everything you need to know! This galette was absolutely delicious—light, fresh, and just sweet enough without being overly rich. Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, it…
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The Road Worth Taking
“Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.” — Matthew 7:13–14 “So Jesus again said…