Love… One Sip At A Time // A Valentine Tea Party
I started hosting tea parties in an older home propped as pretty as you please on the corner of a quiet street. A family of four in a two-bedroom, one-bath home made for a tight fit, and tea parties felt downright snug, but no one would change a thing. Some teas were scripture-based, and others celebrated holidays, but every time, the room filled with the scent of scones, floral tea, and...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 23
by Cathy Baker { Day 23 } Set aside time to write down 5 reasons why you love and worship Jesus. Here's the challenge! Resist including those things which He has done for you and focus on celebrating what you simply love about Him. Wrap it, seal it with a prayer of gratefulness, and put it beneath the tree. On Christmas morn, read your list aloud, even if Jesus is the only...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 22
by Cathy Baker { Day 22 } Christmas is almost here! As you turn on your lights today, remember that Jesus is the Light of the World. He pierced your darkness, and mine. Consider whispering "thank You" to Jesus every time your room or tree is lit today. It's a small yet powerful way to remember the Reason for this season as we prepare for the final days leading into Christmas. What is...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 19
by Cathy Baker { Day 19 } Ever considered giving a heifer, a flock of ducks or honeybees for a gift? I'd not either until I received a catalog from Heifer International. These gifts hold a greater purpose as well as a speedy option for any last minute gift ideas. There's something for every budget and burden (food, women, schooling, etc.) Many can't give an entire pig ($120.00) but most...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate Christmas…Day 18
by Cathy Baker { Day 18 } You've done a lot of giving these past couple of weeks. Now it's time to do a little receiving. After all, isn't that what Christmas is really all about? Receiving the One who came to rescue us and make us His own? So, today, let us consider receiving these promises, not simply reading or believing them but making them at home in our hearts: “For I am convinced that...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 17
by Cathy Baker { Day 17 } We're all familiar with the beautiful hymn, Silent Night. Tonight, let's put this into practice by unplugging all electronic distractions—TV's, phones, iPads, laptops, etc. Silence is often seen as intrusion in our culture today but in reality, it is our most gracious guest. Embrace—enjoy. Savor conversations, dust off favorite books, play board games, break...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 16
by Cathy Baker { Day 16 } Let's clean out our closets! Donate clothes, shoes, toys, and household gifts. Our things not only bless the recipients but also supply much needed jobs for many stores such as Goodwill. In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 15
by Cathy Baker { Day 15 } It's Monday! Tonight, curl up with your favorite Christmas novella and relax. After all, how can we serve others if we ourselves are depleted? What's your favorite Christmas book? “Yes, my soul, find rest in God: my hope comes from him.” Psalm...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 12
by Cathy Baker { Day 12 } Quiet nights are vital for busy days. Pop some corn, turn off all the lights except for your Christmas tree or candles, and enjoy your favorite Christmas movie. After the movie, embrace the silence for awhile, thanking God for this season—for His Son, Jesus. What is your favorite Christmas movie? Be still and know that I am God. Psalm...
Cathy Baker
Join the Creative Pauses Facebook Community
I Recommend Fistbump Media!
