Encouraging resources to support you in faith-filled parenting, marriage, and family rhythms that build connection and grace in the middle of real life.
Family dinners have always been a cornerstone of creating lasting bonds and cherished memories. In this post, we’ll explore the many benefits of sharing meals together, from fostering communication and teaching manners to building strong family traditions. Despite our busy lives, making time for family dinners can transform ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. A Brief…
Welcome to the first post in our Family Matters series. This series is all about the importance of family. In this first post, we are going to talk about frugal living. However, we are not talking about being cheap; we are talking about saving money without sacrificing fun! For me personally, this area is something…
I’m sure you’ve heard the acronym “WWJD—What Would Jesus Do?”. The phrase came from Rev. Charles Sheldon and his book “In His Steps,” published in 1896. Later, Janie Tinklenberg came up with the acronym. The thought process behind this is for the individual to stop and think just as Jesus would before reacting to a…
Yep! You read that right. This week’s Mid-Week Encouragement post was interrupted. I had a thought in my mind, and then suddenly there was one thing after another that happened. Sure, I had plans. I had plans that were scheduled to be done at specific times. I ended up with a majority finished, but then,…
Have you ever heard the term “Complacency Kills!”? Recently, I was reading the book of Isaiah due to the Lord’s prompting, and a verse jumped out at me. “You women who are so complacent, rise up and listen to me; you daughters who feel secure, hear what I have to say!” Isaiah 32:9, New International…
Have you ever felt like life was a whirlwind, where each day blends into the next with barely a moment to catch your breath? Imagine navigating through a storm, searching for a lighthouse to guide you to safety. This blog, Makin’ Macon, is designed to be that lighthouse. In 2023, God placed a burden on…
I want to start this post off with a question, one in which I hope the answer you give will be honest. 😉 Do you struggle with patience? Or are you one of those who simply go with the flow, trusting that when the time is right, God will do exactly what He says He…
I’m going to start this post off with a question. One in which I think may be difficult for some people. Who do you have in your life that you can truly trust? Think of someone other than your spouse. Who was the first person that came to mind? Now, let’s rephrase this question. Who…
Have you ever found yourself at the point in your life where you just feel anxious, overwhelmed, and not sure exactly what you should say or do? Then you suddenly realize that going to God in prayer might be the exact thing that you need to do. Yet, when you stop and find a moment…
The mention of a Proverbs 31 lifestyle often elicits feelings of inadequacy among women. The sheer expectations seem overwhelming, making us question our ability to measure up to such a seemingly perfect standard. It’s almost as if this woman, whom I’ll casually refer to as “Sally” (I don’t think I personally know anyone named Sally,…
