Taking Inventory

“And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin.” Matthew 6:28 (NIV)

Behind the Scenes

“God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.” Hebrews 6:10 (NIV)

Scoring Savings and Discovering Deals

There’s no feeling quite like saving money. The adrenaline rush you get when scoring a deal and finally securing an item you’ve longed for—it’s incredible. It’s exhilarating. It makes you wonder why you’ve ever paid full price for anything. Luckily, a range of new programs, apps and algorithms are becoming widely available to help you find the best deals almost instantly and with little effort. From using browser extensions such as Honey that search the whole web for coupon codes or just checking competitively-priced Amazon products, there are simple ways to find the best deals.

Shop Smart: Tips for Healthy Grocery Shopping

Impulse buying is almost inevitable when food shopping. You always run into that new snack, the one that seems irresistibly delicious. Resist the temptation! Instead, stock up on healthier foods that will make you feel better mentally, physically and emotionally.

The Flame

“See, I have refined you, though not as silver; I have tested you in the furnace of affliction.” Isaiah 48:10 (NIV)

Favor that Saves

“On the third day Esther put on her royal robes and stood in the inner court of the palace, in front of the king’s hall. 2 When he saw Queen Esther standing in the court, he was pleased with her and held out to her the gold scepter that was in his hand. So Esther approached and touched the tip of the scepter. 3 Then the king asked, ‘What is it, Queen Esther? What is your request? Even up to half the kingdom, it will be given you.’” Esther 5:1-3 (NIV)

Weight Loss vs. Wellness

If you struggle with weight gain and not feeling your best, it’s time to revamp how you look at weight loss and consider moving towards wellness instead.

Not So Squeaky Clean After All

Dust allergies are real. For those extremely susceptible, dust mites can cause reactions such as sneezing, runny nose, difficulty breathing and chronic coughing. Ongoing exposure to dust mites, as well as their debris, can lead to chronic inflammation, which, unfortunately, also causes asthmatic symptoms. It seems like an easy household problem to fix. Dust your home more often and all should be well, right?

Health Benefits of Having a Dog

Studies show that interacting with a dog for just 5 minutes can reduce stress and positively affect immune function.

Everlasting Father

“A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. 6 God sets the lonely in families, he leads out the prisoners with singing; but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land.” Psalm 68:5-6 (NIV)