Heart of the Home Tuesday-What's in Your Cup?

Before we can look at anything else as far as the "heart" of our homes, we first must examine our hearts. After all, we as women do set the tone for our homes, so what is going on inside of us really matters most of all!

So I ask today, "What is your cup filled with?"




It may sound a bit silly, but what fills your cup is what is going to spill out when you get bumped!!

You know what I mean...when something doesn't go well, you run short on time, an unexpected obstacle appears out of nowhere...all those crazy things that can fill our days and frustrate us, shut us down, or irritate.

Psalm 63:1 says this:

O God, You are my God;
Early will I seek You;
My soul thirsts for You;
My flesh longs for You
In a dry and thirsty land
Where there is no water.

Ever feel like the Psalmist? The key here is "early will I seek you".

To start off each day with the right heart attitude, we must meet with God before we get swept up in our day and "fill our cups with His goodness".

This time should consist of confession of any known sin, prayer, praise, and reading His Word. We should always begin our time by asking Him to examine our hearts and show us anything that doesn't please Him, so we can receive freely from Him with a pure heart.


The result of this precious time with God will be a cup full of the fruit of the Spirit...love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.


That is what I desire to fill my cup with!! Trust me ladies, if your cup is full with these fruits, your family will notice...including your HUBBY!!

So we can fill our cups each morning with all the really good stuff from God,

OR

just let it be filled with the cares of the world, and the ick that can creep in during our day...

What will spill out when you are bumped today?

I can honestly say that I see a HUGE difference in me when I have my quiet time in the morning! Often if I don't have it then...I either won't or it will be rushed, and my day will be far more of a challenge on every level.

I found this really inspiring blog and want to share it with you.





They have formed a 5:16 club that is based on Ephesians 5:16 about redeeming the time. You don't have to have your devotions at 5:16 a.m., but early, before your day really begins.

Though I most often have my quiet time in the morning, I still decided to join this club. Putting your name to a commitment just kinda makes it "official" for lack of a better word. I encourage you to check out this blog and join in!!

"Take my cup, Lord, fill it up, Lord"
Joyful blessings,
Becky


Next Tuesday: CLUTTER BUSTERS!!!

And tomorrow...We Did It Wednesday . I will be posting and give you an example of what this day is all about!! Mr. Linky will be up and running next week for you to join in!!

JOY For our Journey--Valentine Joy

I have never made a really big deal out of Valentine's day, but become more enamoured with it each year. I look at it as a special day to spread some extra lovin' and kindness around, and you know I love that!!

I had fun the other day just looking around for cute Valentine stuff. Thought I'd share some of my favorites for our JOY today!

First some chenille love for Roberta Anne This would look cute just about anywhere!! I found it at http://www.terrysvillage.com/

This adorable "ragamuffin wreath" was made by Cindi, a fellow blogger and crafter. Thank you Cindi for letting me include it!! We will be making one of these!! You could change the fabric and make one for any occasion or holiday!

These are so cute and very easy to make. Leave it to Martha! It's just crayon shavings ironed between sheets of wax paper and cut into heart shapes.

http://www.marthastewart.com/ We're doing this one! I'll post the pics!

A cute felt heart garland...at Martha's!

Personalize Valentine candy bars by making your own wrapper, and writing a note inside! http://www.bhg.com/ (Better Homes and Gardens) Too cute. One pic I saw somewhere else had a few all wrapped differently, stacked, and tied with ribbon. Too cute!

I should have thought of this!! Just remove tea bag tabs, and replace with heart cut-outs with written messages. Maybe I'd drink more tea if it had sweet messages attached! (Martha again!!)

Makes me smile! (terrysvillage)

My little Emily calls me Nana, so couldn't resist this one! (terrysvillage)

Cut out hearts of various sizes and wire them around a candle for a sweet look BHG

I love these plates!! Especially the green one! You can write messages on them or use them for food! Found these at a cute online boutique http://www.whitneycarolinedesigns.com/

Not Valentines but love these!!

Isn't this a fun bag?? Will probably get one for my fashionista Britt for her 21st birthday! (WC designs)

Toile Bible cover...I want one of these!! (WC Designs)

BHG hanging hearts! Very festive and inexpensive to make. I'm sure you have a friend that would love one of these!

Cupcake messages! BHG

Just had to make your mouth water!! BHG cupcake with ice cream on top with nuts and caramel garnish. Some sweetness for your sweetheart!!

And finally, a heart tote! Notice this says "our" not "your"...a personal statement of faith..awesome! (Terry's Village)

Hope you got some inspiration to pour out some extra lovin' this Valentine's Day!! You don't have to break the bank to do it!!

Joyful Blessings,

Becky

OK!! I'll Let you have a little peek!

Oh my!! Would you look at what jumped into my arms today at Cracker Barrel!! Another Karla Dornacher book!! Imagine that!!

If you have never read one of her books, let me assure you, you should, and you will read it again and again. They are so uplifting and encouraging! The artwork is absolutely charming, with all kinds of neat little doo-dads in it!!

HERE'S A PEEK!! I haven't even read it yet, so you just get a peek!



See the little seed packet on the right?





The little card pulls out and this is what it says:


INDEED!! Let the whole earth be filled with His glory!!

May your Sunday be filled with praise, joy, peace and rest.

Joyfully His,
Becky