Thankful Homemaker: A Christian Homemaking Podcast
Thankful Homemaker podcast provides gospel-driven encouragement for Christian women in their roles as wives, mothers, and homemakers. Host Marci Ferrell discusses how God's Word impacts every area of life, offering practical and spiritual insights for the home. The podcast aims to support women in their calling with biblical wisdom and heartfelt conversation.
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Holding Our Expectations with Grace: When People Disappoint Us
Disappointment is something all of us experience. Sometimes it comes because we’ve been genuinely hurt. Sometimes it comes because someone has failed us. And sometimes it comes from expectations we didn’t even realize we were carrying.
How do we respond when someone doesn’t react the way we hoped? What do we do when disappointment begins to take root in our hearts?
One reminder that has helped me
Busyness Is Not Godliness: Finding Rest in Christ
Life feels full for so many of us. There are responsibilities to manage, people to care for, work to do, ministries to serve in, and homes to tend. And while those things are often good gifts from the Lord, busyness and faithfulness are not always the same thing.
Sharing some encouragement from God’s Word for those seasons when life begins to feel hurried and spiritually weary, when our hearts slo
What Does It Mean to Be the Aroma of Christ? (2 Corinthians 2:14–16)
I’ve been spending time in 2 Corinthians 2:14–16, where Paul says that as believers we are the aroma of Christ. It’s such a beautiful and sobering picture to think about how our lives, our words, our attitudes, and even the atmosphere of our homes are meant to reflect Him.
In this episode, we talk about what it means to carry the fragrance of Christ in the ordinary moments of everyday life. The hi
Biblically Caring for Our Aging Parents
Doug and I are walking through the next season the Lord has for us right now, and it has me reflecting on so much. It’s a season we walked through 14 years ago when Doug’s parents were living in our home and we were caring for his sweet mom in her final days. And now we find ourselves here again, this time with his dad.
As I share a bit of what this season has looked like for us, I want to come ba
Reclaiming Ordinary Life in a Distracted World
In a world that moves quickly, it’s easy to live at a pace that leaves our hearts hurried and distracted.
In this episode, I’m sharing reflections from a slower season away and what the Lord has been teaching me about the pace of my days. It’s easy to fill every quiet space with noise and constant input. But when I look at the life of Jesus, I see something different. I see presence. Unhurried con
Encouraging Your Husband’s Leadership in the Home with Doug Ferrell
How can we encourage our husband’s leadership in our homes?
In this episode, Doug joins me for an honest conversation about spiritual leadership in the home. We talk about how wives can strengthen their husbands through prayer, encouragement, respect, and trusting God’s sovereignty.
We walk through nine practical ways to build up leadership in our homes and remind ourselves that Jesus Christ is th
Life Lately at Our House
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a simple life update from around our home as we step into a new year. Just a look at what we’re settling back into, what we’re enjoying, and a few areas we’re slowly working through in this season of life.
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Putting Off the Old and Putting On the New (Ephesians 4:22-24)
Ephesians 4 shows us how change happens in the Christian life: we put off the old self, renew our minds with God’s truth, and put on the new self created in Christ. In this episode we talk through that pattern and how it plays out in marriage, parenting, friendships, our time, and our words.
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Killing the Sin of Selfishness
Selfishness is one of those quiet sins that can easily slip into our hearts and homes. It often hides behind good intentions or small excuses, but God’s Word doesn’t leave us there. In this episode, we’ll look at what the Bible says about selfishness and how the gospel frees us to love others with the heart of Christ.
We’ll spend time in Philippians 2 and talk about what it means to deny ourselves
Do You Have a Meek and Quiet Spirit
A gentle and quiet spirit isn’t weakness. It is strength under God’s control. It reflects trust in His sovereignty, not striving to be seen or heard. This kind of beauty doesn’t fade with age. It is lasting, Christlike, and precious in God’s sight (1 Peter 3:3–4).
If you’re struggling to cultivate this spirit in your own life, you’re not alone. Ask the Lord to grow it in you. Spend time in His
Biblically Communicating With Our Children
Biblical communication isn’t just about getting our children to listen or obey—it’s about shepherding their hearts. It’s discipleship.
This episode is for every parent or grandparent who has ever struggled to know what to say, how to say it, or when to say it. We’re looking at what it means to communicate with grace, listen with patience, and speak the truth in love—whether with toddlers, teens, o
Determining the Best Choices for Your Family
We’re all navigating decisions for our families in a world that feels louder and more opinionated than ever. But your standard isn’t someone else’s story—it’s Christ.
The best choices for your home are shaped by God’s Word, by prayer, and by the unity you and your husband seek before the Lord.
This encouragement is for the young mama in the thick of it—and for the older woman who’s walk
Encouraging Your Husband: Biblical Wisdom for Building Him Up with Grace
In today’s episode, we’re talking about the gift and calling we have as wives to build up our husbands with our words. Whether your husband is leading well or you’re in a harder season, God’s Word gives us wisdom and grace for how we can encourage, strengthen, and come alongside the men He’s called to lead our homes.
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Only A Few Things Are Important: Anchoring Your Heart in What Matters Most
In a world that tells us to do more and be more, Elisabeth Elliot reminds us that only a few things are truly important. Let this be a quiet encouragement to fix your eyes on what matters most.
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30 Ways to Not Waste Your Summer
Summer can slip by so quickly if we’re not careful. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 30 simple and intentional ways we can make the most of these summer days—growing in the Lord, building family memories, and enjoying the sweet gifts He’s given us in this season. Whether you’re looking for spiritual encouragement or simple ideas to be more intentional with your time, I pray this episode encourages
Time in God’s Word: How Christian Women Make It Work in Every Season
In this episode, I’m joined by eleven dear friends who share what their time in God’s Word looks like in their current season of life. You’ll hear from women in different stages—homeschooling moms, empty nesters, full-time workers, caregivers, young adults—each finding simple, real-life ways to stay in the Word.
Their routines may look different, but their hearts are the same: to draw near to Chri
Preparing a Place of Peace and Joy: The Life-Giving Role of a Christian Homemaker
Homemaking is so much more than just cooking and cleaning—it’s about creating the atmosphere of our homes. In today’s shorter devotional episode, I’m sharing a refreshed blog post that reminds us of the life-giving role the Lord has entrusted to us as Christian women.
True peace in our homes doesn’t come from having everything just right or crossing off our to-do list. It comes from Christ reignin
When We Waste Time: Honoring the Lord with the Moments We’re Given
Time is a gift from the Lord—but if you’re anything like me, you’ve had those days where it feels like it just slipped away. In this episode, I’m sharing some real-life examples (yes, the dryer fluff cycle makes an appearance!) and walking through five simple, biblical ways we can be more intentional with the time God’s given us.
You’ll find encouragement to live wisely, practical tips to stay foc
Living in Light of the Resurrection: How the Risen Christ Transforms Your Daily Life
Because Jesus lives, every part of our lives is changed—not just our future but our everyday moments. His resurrection gives us hope when we’re weary, strength when we feel weak, and purpose in the unseen work of daily life. The empty tomb isn’t just something to celebrate once a year—it’s the foundation we build our lives on. How does the resurrection shape the way we trust God, love others, and
Walking in Wisdom: Living with an Eternal Perspective
What does it mean to walk in wisdom with eternity in view?
So much of life is fleeting, but God calls us to set our hearts on what will last forever (Colossians 3:1-2). In this final episode of the Walking in Wisdom series, we’re stepping back to see the bigger picture—how wisdom not only guides our daily decisions but prepares us for eternity.
✅ Are we investing in what truly lasts—knowing Christ
Walking in Wisdom: Practical Steps for Everyday Faith
This is the second episode in our Walking in Wisdom series, where we’re looking at how biblical wisdom shapes the way we live each day. Wisdom isn’t just for the big decisions—it’s for the small, everyday choices that shape our lives.
In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to walk in wisdom in our daily routines, responsibilities, and relationships. How do we choose faithfulness over b
Walking in Wisdom: Living Wisely in a Distracting World
Wisdom isn’t just about knowledge—it’s about living in a way that honors the Lord in our daily choices. In a world full of distractions, how do we stay focused on what truly matters?
In this episode, we begin a three-part series on Walking in Wisdom, looking at what biblical wisdom really is, how it differs from worldly wisdom, and how we can seek the Lord’s guidance in our everyday lives. We’ll e
Thinking the Best of Others: A Biblical Approach to Love and Grace
It's so easy to assume the worst about others—to misread a friend’s words, question someone’s motives, or let suspicion take root in our hearts. But 1 Corinthians 13:7 reminds us that love “believes all things” and “hopes all things.” What does that look like in daily life? It’s not about ignoring wisdom or discernment, but about extending grace, choosing trust over doubt, and reflecting the love
Building Strong Marriages & Families with Tony & Bre Wood
I’m thrilled to share a special episode with you. I had the joy of sitting down with my dear friends Tony and Bre Wood—two people who have deeply encouraged me and so many others through their ministry and their new book, The Little Red Book of Marriage and Family: 12 Principles for Relational Thriving. Tony and Bre bring warmth, biblical wisdom, and practical encouragement to every conversation,
5 Christ-Centered Priorities for a New Year
As we step into the new year, I've been reflecting on how to keep Christ at the center of our lives this year. It's easy to feel overwhelmed by all the advice on productivity and goal-setting, but as believers, our ultimate goal is to glorify God in all we do.
In today's episode I’m sharing five key areas to help us anchor our hearts in Christ: renewing our minds, redeeming our time, serving with
The Beauty of Simple, Faithful Service: A Lesson from Acts 9
Tabitha’s story in Acts 9 is a powerful example of simple, faithful service. Her life reminds us that every act of love—no matter how small—can glorify God and make an eternal impact. In this episode, we’ll reflect on her example and explore practical ways we can use our gifts in everyday life to serve others and point them to Christ.
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Bringing Order to Your Day: The Benefits of a Brain Dump and Daily Plan
As Christian homemakers, wives, and mothers, our days are often filled with countless responsibilities, and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. In today’s episode, we’re diving into the practice of a brain dump—a simple tool that can help clear the clutter in our minds and refocus our hearts on what truly matters: serving the Lord and our families. We’ll also discuss how to pair this with a reliable ta
Resisting Gossip: Using Words to Build Up
Gossip is a prevalent and poisonous sin that is often overlooked, but our words have the power to bring either death or life to our relationships. We are diving into what the Bible says about gossip, its consequences, and practical ways to guard our speech to build others up. We'll explore biblical principles and wise practices to resist gossip and use our words to reflect God's love and grace.
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Wisely Navigating Our Technology
In today’s world, our smartphones have become almost indispensable. They keep us organized with calendars, to-do lists, and reminders. They keep us connected with family and friends through calls, texts, and social media. They entertain us with games, music, podcasts, and videos.
However, today’s episode isn’t about getting rid of our smartphones; it’s about using them in a way that aligns with th
The Benefits of a Quick Tidy: Transforming Your Home in Minutes
In this episode, we're tackling a challenge many of us face: feeling like our homes are in complete chaos. With busy schedules and active households, it's easy to get overwhelmed. But here's some encouraging news—your home probably isn't as messy as it feels. Join me as I share practical tips for a quick 5-10 minute tidy that can dramatically transform your living spaces without the need for deep
Cultivating Biblical Hospitality in Your Home and Life
In this episode, we discuss the theology behind biblical hospitality and explore practical ways to implement it in our daily lives. True hospitality is not about having a spotless home or serving gourmet meals; it's about building relationships and making others feel welcome and loved, always pointing them to Christ. By keeping hospitality simple and focusing on people over details, we allow genui
Lessons Learned from My Grandmother
Whenever I am asked, "Who has made an impact on your life?" my mind is drawn to my grandmother. My grandmother is a beautiful woman who had a significant impact on me as a homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother.
In this episode, I share some insights into my grandmother's life (she lived to be 102!), the lessons she taught me, and the example she set for me on being a homemaker.
My hope is that
Loving Our Wayward Children: Encouragement for Moms of Prodigals
My dear friends, we are diving into a topic that is near and dear to many of our mama hearts and it’s one that's dear to mine. We are walking through how to love our wayward children. We will discuss the importance of keeping a Gospel focus, connecting with our prodigal children, and trusting in the absolute sovereignty of God in salvation. I pray this episode will encourage you, remind you where
Updates, My Current Time in the Word and Some Favorite Things
In this episode, things are a bit more casual as I share the latest updates on the blog and podcast. I give a peek into my personal time in the Word in the mornings and share a few of my current favorite things. So grab a coffee or tea and come sit with me a bit xoxo.
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Planning with Purpose: Spiritual Priorities for the New Year
Setting spiritual priorities through a biblical lens helps us focus on glorifying God in every aspect of our lives. We will discuss the impact of such priorities on our daily spiritual growth and provide practical tips for setting and achieving spiritual goals.
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The Means of Grace to Grow in Godliness
God's Word, prayer, and fellowship are gifts from the Lord. He uses these to graciously shape us into Christ's image, strengthen our faith, and grow us in godliness.
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The Heart of a Servant: Lessons from Luke 1:38
Mary's humble and obedient servant-like approach inspires Christian homemakers to transform their homes into nurturing spaces of faith and trust, echoing her commitment to serve according to God's plan
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Setting Our Minds On Things Above: Unpacking Colossians 3:1-4
As we walk through Colossians 3:1-4, we will discuss the importance of setting our minds on things above, walk through what it means to live our lives hidden with Christ in God, and the transformative effect this can have on our earthly and eternal lives
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Christ-Centered Thanksgiving: Simple Planning & Traditions
Sharing simple Thanksgiving planning and traditions to keep Christ at the center of your family’s celebration.
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The Authority of Jesus (Matthew 7:28-29 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
Jesus' words have authority because He is God. Whether it was the original hearers of the Sermon on the Mount or present-day readers of the Bible, we cannot argue or disagree with the teachings in this sermon because they are the direct words of God
Matthew 7:28-29:
28 And when Jesus finished these sayings, the crowds were astonished at his teaching, 29 for he was teaching them as one who had auth
A Few of My Favorite Moments from the G3 Conference 2023
My husband and I have been attending the G3 Conference in Atlanta since 2017. I want to share some of my favorite aspects of the conference (with the hope you’ll put it on your list for 2025) and provide some helpful resources so you can benefit from the conference at home.
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Build Your House On The Rock (Matthew 7:24-27 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
In Matthew 7:24-27, we find a contrast between the wise man who builds his house on the rock and the foolish man who builds his house on the sand. The foundation on which we build our lives is critical when the storms of life come.
The wise man hears and practices the words of Jesus, building his house on the Rock, which is immovable. In contrast, the foolish man hears but does not practice the wo
5 Motivations to Stop Grumbling
The sin of grumbling or complaining, whether silently or aloud, is a sin against the Lord. It implies that, at that moment, I am saying Jesus is not enough.
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Managing Your Home: Simple Tips for Time Management, Cleaning, Laundry, and Organization
Whether you’re a new homemaker or a seasoned one, we all desire to find joy in caring for our homes and to do all our work as unto the Lord. Here are some simple encouragements to help you in the care of your home.
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The Danger of Self-Deception (Matthew 7:21-23- Sermon on the Mount Series)
Jesus tells us in Matthew 7:21-23 not everyone who calls Him Lord will enter the kingdom of Heaven. How do we know if we are known by Jesus? How do we know if we are self-deceived? Is our profession merely verbal or intellectual knowledge, or are we those who are truly converted?
When we call Jesus Lord, do we desire to submit to Him as Lord and do as He tells us to do from a heart that has been
A Tree and Its Fruit (Matthew 7:15-20 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
We must be diligent students of the Word. We cannot be reminded enough that theology matters. Many people fall into following false teachers because they don’t know what God’s Word says. True character will eventually reveal itself. The fruit will eventually show the character of the tree. It will be clear if the fruit is rotten.
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The Influence of Godly Mothers and Grandmothers
As a young believer and a young mother, one of the scriptures that had much impact on me was 2 Timothy 1:5:
I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well.
The Lord used the influence of Timothy's mother and grandmother in bringing him to saving faith. The Lord also used them in instructing T
Embracing Every Moment: Mother’s Day Thoughts (Bitesize)
As a mother and grandmother, I appreciate the significance of treasuring every moment spent with family, especially when children are young. Learn to embrace each day as a gift from the Lord, both in the midst of daily chores and life’s beautiful moments
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The Narrow Road (Matthew 7:13-14 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
Our text today comes in at the beginning of the end of the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus knew many would be listening to his sermon and agreeing with it, praising His words, yet they would never enter into the kingdom.
We can’t just hear about the kingdom, agree about what we heard, and go on with our life. There is no neutrality with Jesus - we are either on the broad road to destruction or the nar
Simple Steps to Ministry As We Go About Our Normal Days
Sometimes we can get so busy with the everyday details of life and can forget or miss the opportunity to minister to those the Lord has placed in our paths. The hope in today's episode is to get us to look outside the four walls of our home to see where we can meet the needs of others as we go about our everyday life.
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Ask and It Will Be Given (Matthew 7:7-12 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
We're to be persistent in prayer. We need it just as much as we need oxygen to breathe. It's the lifeline to those of us in the Kingdom - we are still on earth, and as we pray with such persistence continually about all things, it reveals our great dependence on Jesus.
Only through Jesus working in and through us can we stay on the narrow path and walk in righteousness and holiness. So we must co
Threats to Biblical Friendship
Our friendships with one another will only have a solid foundation and be able to flourish if they are built on the solid rock of Christ.
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Cultivating Beauty In Our Homes
Cultivating a beautiful home takes a lifetime and is worth every moment we take to pour the love of God into our families and the lives of others.
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Judge Not That You Not Be Judged (Matthew 7:1-6 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
How do we judge correctly? What does it mean when Jesus tells us not to judge, and why shouldn't we wrongly judge others? There is much covered in our text today in Matthew 7:1-6 to walk through together.
When we see ourselves and our sin rightly, when we are broken by our sin and in a place of humility, we will be in a place to remove the speck from our brother's eye.
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Romancing Your Husband
Do you find yourself so busy serving your husband that you don't take the time to delight in him? When he enters the room, do you stop and enjoy his presence, and does he know you are thankful to the Lord for him? Are you more concerned with him meeting your needs than you meeting his?
Listen in as we talk through some practical reminders to not let the busyness of the day rob you of taking the t
10 Things Helping Me To Manage My Days as a Homemaker
I am sharing various systems, tools, and routines I've appreciated having available to me as a homemaker and how they help me manage my days.
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There Is No Need To Worry (Matthew 6:25-34 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
When our priorities are wrong, our hearts will be anxious. Jesus reminds us in this passage that we don't need to worry about the necessities of life. We have a Heavenly Father who loves and cares for His children. Our worry shows a lack of faith and trust in our good God. The cure to our anxiety is to seek the Lord and not the things of this world.
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Fear Not - Luke 2:10
When we come to know Jesus as Lord and Savior - we are now to be people of faith - we are people who are told to Fear Not.
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Witnessing To Our Family Members
When I started writing this podcast, I wanted to title it “How Not to Witness to Family Members.” I believe I have more qualifications in writing about all my failures and missed opportunities to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with those I love dearly and desire to see in heaven one day.
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Remembering to Thank God for His Blessings
With the season of Thanksgiving upon us, our minds seem to recognize the blessings the Lord has provided for us, and our hearts seem to be more thankful this time of year. But the reality is, this really should be the attitude we have daily as believers.
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Where Is Your Treasure? (Matthew 6:19-24 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
When the world and its treasures are your desire, you'll find yourself storing earthly treasures. When Jesus is your treasure, you will be devoted to living for His glory and the good of others.
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10 Manifestations of Humility
Humility is simply thinking rightly of ourselves as we compare ourselves to the Lord. We are going to walk through ten comparisons of when our thinking is prideful versus when we are walking in humility before the Lord.
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Fasting for the Glory of God (Matthew 6:16-18 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
Fasting is a way to remind us that everything we truly need is found in Christ and Him alone. Jesus fasted, and He expected that His followers would fast too.
The purpose of fasting is too long for the fullness and presence of Jesus in our lives. To hunger more for God than the food, He made for us to live on.
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Love is not Selfish (1 Corinthians 13:5)
Love looks to the interests of others and puts others above itself. Christ is our perfect example of what unselfish love should look like.
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A Proper Pattern for Prayer (Matthew 6:5-15 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
The Lord's prayer is a pattern for prayer that is beneficial for all those in Christ to use. The first three requests have to do with God's glory, and the last three requests are for our good.
Our eyes are on God first, and then our eyes are on us. It is the perfect pattern to use in our private and public prayer lives.
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A Walk Through My Simple Cleaning Routine
Our home cleaning should not take up most of our day and my hope in today's episode is to help you simplify your daily and weekly cleaning.
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5 Benefits We Have In Christ (Colossians 1:12-14)
Being reminded of all the riches we have in Christ is a sweet reminder to give thanks to the Lord in and through all things.
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Six Thought Patterns of a Christian Mind (Philippians 4:8)
The sin in our lives begins in our thoughts—or as the bible calls it, "the heart" (Mark 7:20-23). We don't sin without it first starting in our minds. We're walking through Philippians 4:8 together to see how to replace sinful, wrong thinking by instead thinking thoughts that are God-honoring.
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How Should We Give? - Matthew 6:1-4 (Sermon on the Mount Series)
When we grasp our relationship with God as our Father and rest securely in His care and love, it will change what we do and why we do it.
We will not be looking for the approval of men but only of God, and there is where we receive the greatest reward that isn't lost because it is done out of love for our Father in Heaven, and He has seen it, and He will reward us.
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Love Your Enemies - Matthew 5:43-48 (Sermon on the Mount Series)
We are to be imitators of Jesus who is God incarnate and we are to reflect his image to a lost and dying world. One way we do that is by loving our enemies
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Have We No Rights? - Matthew 5:38-42 (Sermon on the Mount Series)
Today, we live in a culture all about self and our rights and self-esteem. Jesus desires those of us in Christ not to be self-focused and not to take offense so quickly that we immediately seek retaliation.
Our hope is to have our eyes so focused on Christ and who we are in Christ and our purpose and mission that we don't let insults or criticism bother or thwart our mission.
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Lovingly Giving and Accepting Correction
I don't know about you, but I don't always take correction well initially. Usually, I come around, but sometimes it takes me much longer than it should. Pride is such an ugly sin, isn't it??
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Homemaking Matters: Living for God's Glory in the Ordinary by Marci Ferrell
EP 10: Planning Spiritual Priorities for the New Year
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Tell the Truth - Matthew 5:33-37 (Sermon on the Mount Series)
Jesus calls us to be people of the truth and people who keep their word. We need to be people whose yes is yes and whose no is no.
Matthew 5:33-37:
"Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, 'You shall not swear falsely, but shall perform to the Lord what you have sworn.' 34 But I say to you, Do not take an oath at all, either by heaven, for it is the throne of God, 35 or by the ear
Cultivating Patience with One Another
If someone were to ask your family if you were a patient person, what would their response be? I want to consider myself a patient person, but I'm not sure what my family would say, especially when I'm under stress or when things aren't working out on my timetable.
Are we patient with our children when they come to us with questions and requests at the most seemingly inconvenient times? How about
Divorce and Remarriage (Matthew 5:31-32 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
I know many of our lives have been affected by divorce, and it is a sensitive subject. There is much hurt and pain in many of your lives still by divorce, so my desire isn't to cause you any more hurt—so please know my heart here before we start to dig in. I always want to be biblical, and the question that we're answering in all these episodes is to be, "What does God's Word say?"
Our text today
BITESIZE: Dealing with Controversy as a Christian
As Christians who live in a world that denies absolute truth, we are going to run into controversy. Controversy is an area we need to learn to deal with in a God-honoring way when there are issues inside and outside our churches that need to be addressed.
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Dealing with Adulterous Hearts (Matthew 5:27-30 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
We live in a culture today that is obsessed with sex and sensuality. From tv ads, magazines at grocery store checkouts, perfume ads, images of women in their undergarments in store windows, to the songs on the radio that glamorize infidelity—how is it possible to live a life of purity in such a society?
Our text in today's episode is Matthew 5:27-30:
27 "You have heard that it was said, 'You shall
Being Keepers of Our Homes
One of the ways we adorn the gospel (as it states in Titus 2:10) or make it beautiful is by the care and keeping of our homes. We have been given the responsibility, as Christian women, to the care and management of our homes.
In this episode, the hope in our time together is that we capture the reality of God's hand in every aspect of our lives as workers at home. There is purpose ladies being w
The Sin of Anger (Matthew 5:21-26 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
Are we always mindful as we think of our sinful anger, even though it doesn't lead to physically murdering someone, is committing murder against another person in our heart, and will also be judged by the Lord?
One commentator stated: "We would learn that we actually do worse things than these if we could only see our hearts as God is able to see them."
We are all murderers. Have you ever lost y
Jesus, the Law and the Christian (Matthew 5:17-20 - Sermon on the Mount Series)
Jesus did not come to do away with the Law—He came to fulfill it. As we continue on in our series on the Sermon on the Mount we will see how Christ fulfills the scriptures and what place the law has in our lives as His followers
Our text today is Matthew 5:17-20:
"Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 For truly, I
