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 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...
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...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 11
by Cathy Baker { Day 11 } Consider inviting a lonely neighbor or friend to dinner this weekend. Planning today will give both you and your guest time to plan accordingly. If you like, keep it extra simple by inviting him/her over for dessert and coffee. The blessing doesn’t dwell in a dish but rather, the heart. Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by this some have...
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 10
by Cathy Baker { Day 10 } Let’s join in prayer for the persecuted Church today. Right now 200 million people face persecution for believing in Jesus and 60% of those people are children, according to Christians in Crisis International Ministry, a prayer advocacy ministry for persecuted believers. Consider these 5 ways to pray for the persecuted believers around the world....
Simple {Meaningful} Ways to Celebrate CHRISTmas…Day 9
by Cathy Baker { Day 9 } Today, remember the bell ringers and red bucket holders. When you pass by the Salvation Army volunteers, make eye contact. Thank them for braving the cold and consider asking them if they would like a cup of coffee or cocoa…and then make your way to a nearby coffee shop or McD’s. When delivering their treat, ask if there’s a specific way you...