I’ve decided talking to myself–to my soul–is a spiritual practice worth much merit. According to Scripture, I’m in good company. The Psalmists, whether it was David or the Sons of Korah, made it a habit to converse with their soul. To remind themselves of God’s goodness and grace. Maybe there’s something you need to say to your soul?
Bad days happen. To all of us. Some days seem to show up as magnets for mishaps and misunderstandings. That kind of day can launch us into emotional ups and downs. You are not alone. David and the others who wrote psalms knew days like that. They went from pouring out their hearts to God to pondering His ways. From petition and pleading to praising God. Here, I share 9 Psalms and truths that help boost my spiritual stamina.
Anyone else craving more than the trimmings? Like me, you might be longing for a deeper, more fulfilling experience this Christmas. A way to settle into the heart of Christmas and add depth to the remembrance and celebration. I’m so excited about a new book written by my friend and writer-buddy, Dandi Daley Mackall. In Three Wise Women: 40 Devotions Celebrating Advent with Mary, Elizabeth, and Anna, Dandi invites you and I to anticipate, celebrate, and marvel at Jesus’ birth.
On any given day, the stack of hats we wear can be staggering. The list of the roles we manage 24/7 is a long one, no matter our age and stage in life. On top of that…the list of tasks and inevitable interruptions stream-live most every day. No wonder we get overwhelmed, grow claws and fangs and bark like a beast of burden. Oh, maybe that’s just me? Maybe not. There’s hope! Let’s chat about 10 Liberating Soul Care Practices.
In Twice a Bride, Miss Hattie drew her Cripple Creek friends into a celebration of new beginnings with her vanilla pound cake. Don’t forget her berry sauce. Ingredients for Pound Cake: 3 cups flour 2 cups sugar 1 cup oil 1 cup buttermilk 2 teaspoons butter 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon baking soda 4 eggs Instructions …
On the trail west in Prairie Song, Miss Hattie received her recipe from Rhoda Kamden, a Scottish woman in the Boone’s Lick Wagon Train Company. Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 ½ cups butter, softened 1 cup confectioners’ sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions Preheat oven to 350℉. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, …
A signature treat at Miss Hattie’s Boarding House in Two Brides Too Many. Ingredients for scones: 2 cups Flour ½ cup cold butter, cut ½ cup heavy whipping cream ¼ cup sugar 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 ½ teaspoons lemon zest 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 egg Ingredients for Sour Lemon Glaze: ¾ cup confectioners’ sugar …
