by Cathy Baker | Faith |
Ever been caroling? If not, this is a great year to give it a try. Round up friends, co-workers or your life group, print out some favorite Christmas songs (or download this app), and choose a street in your neighborhood. Knock on the door and start singing! A few songs will do (especially if it’s a chilly night!)
Consider baking cookies with the group beforehand to share with those you visit. A ribbon tied around the batch of cookies (perhaps along with the recipe?) could be tagged: Taste and see that the Lord is good. Psalm 34:8
Afterwards, head back to a home base to enjoy hot cocoa and leftover cookies. It’s a memory you won’t soon forget.
Praise the Lord! For it is good to sing praises to our God; for it is pleasant, and a song of praise is fitting. Psalm 147:1
by Cathy Baker | Faith |
Yes, this is the season for Hallmark movies and Christmas classics but those can be recorded. Tonight, let’s enjoy time alone or with spouses or families.
Crank up your favorite Christmas tunes, turn off the tube, stir your cocoa and pull out a good book, puzzle or game.
Prepare thyself for a blessing!
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Matthew 6:21
by Cathy Baker | Faith |
One week till Christmas.
What better time to slow things down to a hush-like pace for a few moments today?
In a culture that dictates doing during this season, the psalmist reminds us of what remains most important—the being.
Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10
What’s one thing you know about your God that you most appreciate?
by Cathy Baker | Faith |
One thing I’ve especially enjoyed about this series is being introduced to new ideas from fellow bloggers.
Today’s idea comes from Natasha Crain’s ChristianMomThoughts, Inspiration for Intentional Christian Parenting.
It’s all about wrapping an empty present under the tree—a beautiful lesson for little ones and adults alike when it comes to the gospel in action. It’s a meaningful Christmas gift idea.
Hear, my son, your father’s instruction, and forsake not your mother’s teaching, for they are a graceful garland for your head and pendants for your neck. Proverbs 1:8,9
by Cathy Baker | Faith |
The closer we get to Christmas, the busier our days tend to become — which is why today’s idea has to do with slowing down, savoring the senses, and enjoying more quality time with the Lord, family and friends.
Grab your crock-pot and set the timer for five minutes! That’s all the prep time you’ll need for one of our favorite recipes, Balsamic Pork Tenderloin. It’s quick, easy, and due to the multiple meals it creates, you’ll also find it budget-friendly.
I’ll send you to Addapinch.com for instructions (Warning: photos may cause swoon-like symptoms) but here’s the ingredient list to give you a peek:
- (1) 2-3 pound boneless pork tenderloin
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
I didn’t use the red pepper flakes and I substituted the 2 cloves with 2 T of minced onion from my fridge due to convenience. I also used low-sodium soy sauce to cut down on the sodium.
No doubt you’ll want to bookmark this Web site. It’s a go-to favorite of ours!
Enjoy the meal, the extra time in your day, and especially those who surround your table.
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. James 1:17
