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Prepared to Shelter | A Poem

on March 13, 2023March 11, 20236 Comments on Prepared to Shelter | A Poem

     Today I have another poem to share with you!! It’s one I wrote this year. I hope you will enjoy the storyline of the poem and also find the lesson an encouragement to your heart today. First read these verses that say it far better than I ever …

When Life Gets Cold and Sluggish

on February 6, 2023February 6, 202312 Comments on When Life Gets Cold and Sluggish

     Slow living. The thought appeals to many of us. It sounds cozy and inviting. But when the rubber meets the road, how many of us actually choose this route? If the choice is slowing down and resting or checking the next thing off your to-do list, which are …

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Fashioned by the Potter | A Poem

on January 23, 2023January 24, 20238 Comments on Fashioned by the Potter | A Poem

     Are you ready to take two very short trips with me today? The first one is a trip down memory lane. I’m sharing a poem that I wrote a few years back. An item of interest in the backstory of this poem is that I was in Mexico …

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2022 Word of the Year + What Did I Learn?

on January 9, 2023January 7, 20236 Comments on 2022 Word of the Year + What Did I Learn?

     2023 is here! Do you know what that means? Besides the fact that three years of the 2020s are already gone. It’s time for my annual word of the year announcement! Here is my 2022 word of the year! Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light …

What Are You Planting? (Proverbs 31:31)

on December 26, 2022December 26, 2022Leave a Comment on What Are You Planting? (Proverbs 31:31)

       The laws of sowing and reaping that God placed in nature hold true in our own lives. So, how can we be fruitful farmers in our daily lives and bring in a goodly crop like the Proverbs 31 woman? Let’s discuss Proverbs 31:31 together as we wrap …

Christmas Playlists

Two Playlists for Your Holiday Season

on December 1, 2022November 30, 20222 Comments on Two Playlists for Your Holiday Season

     It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas. Especially after all the Christmas music that was shared yesterday. Welcome back to the December Eve blog party, my friends! This blog event is being hosted by Lillian Keith, and she kindly invited me to attend, which means, you’re invited …

Christmas Carols

December Eve Blog Party

on November 30, 2022November 29, 20222 Comments on December Eve Blog Party

     It’s beginning to sound a lot like Christmas. Or, at least it’s about to! Welcome to the December Eve blog party, my friends! This blog event is being hosted by Lillian Keith, and she kindly invited me to attend, which means, you’re invited too. The party is actually in …

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Favor, Fairness, or Fear? (Proverbs 31:30)

on November 21, 2022November 19, 20222 Comments on Favor, Fairness, or Fear? (Proverbs 31:30)

     What worldly philosophies do we see advertised all the time? “Do this. Buy this. Don’t do that. Try this. If you do that, you will look better. This will make you popular.” We may not see it in so many words, but it’s there. And, we can easily …

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Keeping Hurry from Your Heart

on November 7, 2022November 7, 20228 Comments on Keeping Hurry from Your Heart

     How does one write a slow-living journal entry when it’s a busy season?      I’m currently rather scattered between writing and trying to make good progress on multiple projects during a writing camp, working on a scrapbook, and wanting to work on birthday cards for next year. …

She Excels Them All (Proverbs 31:29)

Many Daughters Have Done Virtuously (Proverbs 31:29)

on October 24, 2022October 24, 2022Leave a Comment on Many Daughters Have Done Virtuously (Proverbs 31:29)

When you think of a woman who excels, who comes to your mind? Maybe it’s someone you know, or maybe it’s a woman from the Bible or someone from history. What is it about that person that brings them to mind? It could be that they did something really challenging, …

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When Grass Lines Your Path

on October 17, 2022October 17, 20226 Comments on When Grass Lines Your Path

     Fall.      This is quite possibly my favorite time of year. There is so much to love about this season.      Cooler weather.      Leaves changing color.      Peaceful walks.      Still, clear air.      Breathtaking sunsets.      Cozy evenings.   …

Galaxy Maker and Father | The Ruby Stories

on October 10, 2022October 10, 20228 Comments on Galaxy Maker and Father | The Ruby Stories

     “Are you ready?” Ruby looked across the living room at Jasper and Amber who both had their notebooks open on their laps.      Mica was digging through his pencil box, but after a moment he held up his eraser. “Ready.”      Ruby tapped the corner of …

She Receives Blessing Proverbs 31:28

She Is a Witness and Receives Her Reward (Proverbs 31:28)

on September 26, 2022September 26, 20222 Comments on She Is a Witness and Receives Her Reward (Proverbs 31:28)

     At first glance, it might seem as if Proverbs 31:28 only applies to married women, but I believe that it can apply to unmarried women as well. Let’s look at some things we can do in the Lord’s strength to bless those around us and lead them in …

Proverbs 31:27 Not the bread of idleness

How to Work at Home and Not Waste Time (Proverbs 31:27)

on August 29, 2022October 7, 20222 Comments on How to Work at Home and Not Waste Time (Proverbs 31:27)

     Life is busy. It’s easy to get distracted and so caught up in our own thoughts and activities that we forget to plan for the future and focus on the current needs of those around us. I know this is an area where I need some growth. We …

Eat Your Frog

Using Your Planner to Conquer Those Frog Tasks

on August 22, 2022October 7, 20228 Comments on Using Your Planner to Conquer Those Frog Tasks

     If you came over to my house for an extended visit, at some point you might hear me or one of my family members casually talking about eating a frog. We picked that saying up years ago from a Christian time management speaker (Rick Grubbs), and it has …

Focusing on Jesus

10 Simple Ways to Avoid Distractions in Devotions

on August 15, 2022August 13, 20228 Comments on 10 Simple Ways to Avoid Distractions in Devotions

     One of the biggest challenges that comes with spending quality time with Jesus is distractions. We sit down to read our Bibles and pray, but thoughts, fears, and our to-do list crowd in on us. We may have other outside interruptions as well, such as texts and the …

Writing Status

The Get to Know Me Writer’s Edition Tag

on August 8, 2022August 8, 202210 Comments on The Get to Know Me Writer’s Edition Tag

     I’ve been tagged, which means I have the privilege of sharing with you some of my favorites and other facts about my writing. Thank you so much to my sweet friend Vanessa who tagged me! Vanessa is also a writer, and our friendship and the way we can …

Wisdom and Kindness Proverbs 31:26

How Do I Speak With Wisdom and Kindness? (Proverbs 31:26)

on July 25, 2022March 18, 20222 Comments on How Do I Speak With Wisdom and Kindness? (Proverbs 31:26)

     Our tongues are powerful. They can build up or tear down, cause pain or help to heal a wounded heart. As powerful as the little tongue is, so often we use it carelessly, without considering what the results will be. So, how should we use our tongues? The …

Guest post by Lauren

My Call Is To Be Faithful | Guest Post

on July 18, 2022July 16, 202211 Comments on My Call Is To Be Faithful | Guest Post

     I have the privilege of welcoming my blogger friend, Lauren today! We recently met and found out that we have a lot in common. She is going to share some of the things the Lord has taught her about the value of the little things, so take a …

Free Indeed | The Ruby Stories

on July 4, 2022July 13, 20222 Comments on Free Indeed | The Ruby Stories

     Mr. Randall lifted the lid of the grill and began to place frozen hamburger patties on the grates. The hot grate sizzled and smoked. After each patty was in place, he closed the lid and took a seat in a camp chair.      Closing the door to …

Strength and Honor Proverbs 31:25

She Is Wearing Strength and Honor (Proverbs 31:25)

on June 27, 2022April 2, 20222 Comments on She Is Wearing Strength and Honor (Proverbs 31:25)

     The Proverbs 31 passage describes the physical clothing of the Proverbs 31 woman. But, it doesn’t stop there because while our clothing is what people see, it is not nearly as important as our hearts. The virtuous woman dresses herself with strength and honor, going against the flow …

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Clean Hands, Pure Heart, Or Not? | The Ruby Stories

on June 13, 2022June 19, 20224 Comments on Clean Hands, Pure Heart, Or Not? | The Ruby Stories

     Ruby signed her name to the bottom of the letter with a flourish, dropped her pen on the desk, and flexed her stiff hand. What next? She reached across the desk and drew her open planner toward her. Oh yeah. I still have to fertilize the flowers.   …

10 Tips on What to Do If You Feel Overwhelmed

on June 6, 2022June 4, 2022Leave a Comment on 10 Tips on What to Do If You Feel Overwhelmed

     We all have those days – and some of us probably have more than others. It just seems at times like life is going faster than we are, and we can never catch up. Do you ever feel that way, or is it just me? If you find …

Paper craft supplies

15 Paper Craft Supplies to Inspire Your Creativity

on May 30, 2022May 28, 20224 Comments on 15 Paper Craft Supplies to Inspire Your Creativity

     Could you spend hours browsing the aisles of the craft store and looking at all the beautiful stickers and other embellishments? Me too! But, since we can’t really go shopping together today, then let’s just browse this list and talk about it. Who knows? There’s a good chance …

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12 Entrepreneur Ideas for the Proverbs 31 Woman

on May 23, 2022May 29, 20226 Comments on 12 Entrepreneur Ideas for the Proverbs 31 Woman

The Proverbs 31 woman was an entrepreneur! She made things and sold them to others. Do you have the entrepreneur itch in you too where you really want to do creative things to earn money? I do! It’s quite popular and easy today for women to have little side businesses …

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Are There Any Bible Verses About Procrastination?

on May 16, 2022October 7, 2022Leave a Comment on Are There Any Bible Verses About Procrastination?

     Have you ever looked for the word procrastinate in the Bible? Maybe you were disappointed when you didn’t find it. While it’s true that the word procrastinate is not actually found in the Bible, I believe that there are many Bible verses about procrastination and using our time wisely, and I …

One in a Million | The Ruby Stories

on May 9, 2022May 28, 20224 Comments on One in a Million | The Ruby Stories

     There are so many people in the world. This was the thought Ruby had as she looked around from her seat on a bench in the grocery store. She was waiting for her mom to finish shopping, passing the time by watching the people come and go.   …

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10 Ways to Get Motivation and Start to Work

on May 2, 2022October 7, 20222 Comments on 10 Ways to Get Motivation and Start to Work

     Do you ever think to yourself, “If I only had the motivation, I could get so much done.” Well, today we are going to talk about 10 ways to get motivation. Some of these you may have heard before, but keep reading. There may be some new angles …

Proverbs 31:23 Serving in Love

Simple Ways the Proverbs 31 Woman Supports Her Men (Proverbs 31:23)

on April 25, 2022March 18, 20222 Comments on Simple Ways the Proverbs 31 Woman Supports Her Men (Proverbs 31:23)

     This is the verse where some of you probably wonder what you could learn from it. Some of you may even be thinking, “I don’t have a husband, so this verse isn’t applicable to me.” I think there’s more to it than first meets the eye. Even if …

Scripture Memory Ideas how to memorize Scripture

6 More Simple Scripture Memory Tips

on April 18, 2022April 18, 20222 Comments on 6 More Simple Scripture Memory Tips

     Are you wondering how to memorize Scripture and what the key is? Let me tell you what one of the keys is. Variety! True, one method may work well for you, but it’s also easy to get stuck and not keep making good progress. That’s when it is …

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Hi! I'm Bethany.

I'm so happy you are visiting me at my blog today! I am on a journey to simple and intentional living as a Proverbs 31 woman.
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