God’s Surprises
Sovereignty · trust

God’s Surprises

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Some surprises are special and fun like an unexpected visit, a party or a gift in the mail, but other surprises can jolt us, like when plans get changed, hopes get dashed, or a path is turned completely into a dead end. We can feel derailed and “out of control.” But the truth is that the situation isn’t out of control; it’s simply out of OUR control. Psalm 50:12 is truth that God is in control of everything – including the interruptions in life. But what are we to do when life gets turned upside down by events that shock us?

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The Best Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy
Gravy · Make-Ahead · Thanksgiving · turkey

The Best Make-Ahead Turkey Gravy

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If you’re hosting Thanksgiving dinner, I’m going to share my favorite Thanksgiving tip – make the gravy ahead of time! You can make this a couple base DAYS before you need it! This is a time and stress reducer! I had no idea this was possible until a couple years ago. I thought you had to have the turkey drippings to make the gravy. Wrong.

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hospitality

Be a Gracious Guest

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As we get ready to head into the official “holiday season” with Thanksgiving less than a week away, let’s get our hearts, minds and gracious spirits ready to enjoy being hosed in someone else’s home.

I’ve shared this list in the past, but I wanted to give you some simple ideas of what you could do to show your appreciation for the one that has opened their home to you. Whether it’s for the whole, big, complex Thanksgiving meal, or you’re invited over for a simple gathering, remember that the effort to open their doors to you in just that – an effort. They’ve sacrificed something to invite you. Your host is opening their heart to you in doing so! A gracious way to say thank you, is to respond in kind. How so? Here you go…

Holiday paper napkins, mini hand cream and holiday scented hand sanitizer put into a pretty package is a small way to say thank you!
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God is Thinking About You!
Comfort · God's character · trials

God is Thinking About You!

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Today’s Refresh Her podcast discusses this subject in greater detail with a biblical example of these truths. I hope you’ll listen and be encouraged!

The needs and burdens of someone I love have been on my heart and in my thoughts.  I’ve told this dear one that I’m praying for them and thinking of them as a way to encourage their overwhelmed heart.  But you know what? As much as I love this dear one, I have failed.

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