Here on the blog, we make it a point to focus on the family. Marriage, homemaking, and for those in ministry—balancing it all while staying vibrant through life’s chaos. Life has a way of throwing curveballs, and how we respond to those moments speaks volumes about who we are. I don’t have all the answers, […]
If you’ve been around Makin’ Macon long enough, you know that starting the year with intentional love and keeping your marriage alive is a cornerstone of what we believe. This past summer, we dedicated an entire series, “Marriage Matters,” to this important topic, delivering it every Monday. We’ve even extended this mission to YouTube, where
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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
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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,
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I can’t believe we’ve reached the end of our Marriage Matters Series! I hope you’ve enjoyed these posts as much as I’ve enjoyed putting them together. For our final Monday installment, I wanted to leave you with something practical to keep your relationship thriving: creative and budget-friendly date night ideas! Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links.
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Welcome back to our Marriage Monday series! Last week, we talked about the importance of effective communication in marriage. Today, we’re diving into an equally critical topic: conflict resolution. Every couple experiences disagreements, but how you handle these conflicts can make or break your relationship. So, let’s explore some practical tips to help you and
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I am so excited to be trying something new on Makin’ Macon! If you are following me on social media, then you know that I have started this thing called “Marriage Mondays.” Each Monday, my goal is to share tips, stories, and inspiration to help strengthen your marriage. Today’s Topic: Communication! Now, let me preface
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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
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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
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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
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