How To Respond To Unfulfilled Longings

November 16, 2022November 15, 2022 RefreshHerLeave a comment

It’s easy to feel frustrated when we’ve prayed about a longing in our heart, yet it seems that God is not listening, or that He is never going to answer. How should we respond at times like this? Today’s podcast gives four responses that will keep our hearts tender and help us move forward.

You can listen to the podcast here.

Can you relate to this kind of frustration? Which of the four suggestions is most difficult for you?

If this podcast was encouraging, how about thinking of someone else who might benefit from it and sending it their way?

Refresh the way you respond to unfulfilled expectations.

Chocolate Cake Rolls

November 14, 2022November 14, 2022 RefreshHer2 Comments

My husband has a friend who LOVES Little Debbie cakes! He just can’t get enough of all the seasonal flavors. From Pumpkin Spice Rolls to Chocolate Cake rolls, Little Debbie has it all. I won’t shame our friend for loving them, but if you ever taste a real cake roll, I don’t think there’s any going back! Swiss Cake Rolls are a favorite for many because of the chocolate and the cream inside!

Years ago I made homemade Chocolate Cake rolls and I had linked them to the original source, which was Southern Living. The recipe is no longer there, and a kind reader notified me and asked me for the link. It’s nowhere to be found. So, I thought I’d fix the problem by simply sharing my printed version of this super good and super easy Chocolate Cake Roll with Chocolate Mint Sauce.

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Practical Steps Towards Having a Heart for Home

November 11, 2022November 8, 2022 RefreshHerLeave a comment

I was blessed to have a mother who was home most all of my growing up years. I remember her presence in our home and what a warmth and security it created for me. When she wasn’t there, things just weren’t right. She created the cozy atmosphere, set the tone, kept things running smoothly and made it lovely.

A woman that has to work outside the home can do all those things; it will just take much more energy and effort. Some who ARE home struggle with loving it. It seems more like a cruel taskmaster that is breathing down their necks. Indeed, there is always something that needs our attention! But how do we deal with those responsibilities with joy, rather than dread?

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God's Will · podcast

How To Know the Will of God

November 9, 2022November 9, 2022 RefreshHer8 Comments

When a decision needs to be made regarding “big things” in life, we can feel like we’re on a dead end street However, knowing the will of God can be simplified when we follow the directives from His Word. The Refresh Her podcast that was published today will break down how to discern God’s will.

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Beautiful Homemade Hamburger Buns

November 7, 2022November 4, 2022 RefreshHer2 Comments

I remember hearing years ago about a friend who made her own saltine crackers. I thought she was crazy! You can buy them so cheaply! Why bother? Perhaps you’ll think I’m the crazy lady today when I tell you I made my own hamburger buns last week!

My husband went to the grocery store and found a package of really nice beef patties marked down. When he brought them home, I knew burgers were on the menu for the next day, but I had no buns. I’ve always wanted to try making my own! Soooo, the next morning I went to King Arthur Flour and looked for a recipe! I found Beautiful Burger Buns on their site and set in to make them. It started out as a necessity and ended up as the best decision I’ve made in the kitchen in a while!

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