We may not have toilet paper, but John has made sure we have what’s really essential!
Everything’s a little “off” right now, right? Flights, schools, worship services…and any semblance of a schedule for my posts apparently!
I usually try to post once on Tuesday and then share some links around a theme on Friday called “Soul Food”, but I thought it might be helpful for me to share four “Don’ts” and two “Do’s” while many of you are at home.
1.Don’t be afraid.
My friend Sue said that Young Life leaders are being encouraged to pray Psalm 91 every day for 91 one days. Great idea, and it reminded me of a good podcast I listened to this week on Psalm 91 called “How Do We Pray in the Midst of Fear?” You might like it too!
Here’s some additional encouragement from Instagram.
2. Don’t despair if your kids’ school is closed.
How about giving your kids the fun job of coming up with motions for a Scripture verse? Beth Moore simplified 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 to Stay alert! Stand firm! Show courage! Be strong! Do love!
There are some churches with great online resources, both for family worship experiences, Bible activities, and ways to talk to your kids about the pandemic. Here are a few good ones:
Check out Elevation Church‘s Elevation eKidz on Pinterest.
One night when our kids were in grade school, when John got home I led all of us into our Master Bedroom walk-in closet with only a candle. We sat on the floor and talked about places where people can’t worship freely and may not even have Bibles. We tried to remember all the scripture we could from memory and then we prayed for the persecuted church.
Want educational? Take a virtual tour of a famous museum from around the world!
3. Don’t lose perspective.
4. Don’t lose your sense of humor.
5. Do share.
After being away from my kitchen for almost 4 months, I’ve been loving making a bunch of meals to freeze or share with new mamas or those in need. I shared a super easy stew recipe on Instagram this week.
Thriving Home (great for family-friendly freezer meals), and Half-Baked Harvest are other go-to’s for good recipes. Here’s another favorite recipe I‘ve shared before.(I leave out the broth)
Ok, that’s it for now. I’m going to treat myself and go tackle one of the books on my stack! How are you spending your Corona virus days?
P.S. If you want a good thriller, check out What She Knew
Thank you!
Thank you Laura so much!