Home as Ministry

[Wynona]

I saved this on Pinterest recently lol

Okay. I don't know why this works but I'll tell you something. Years ago, every time I started getting really exhausted and I literally felt like I could not move, partly due to stress and other was probably physical, there were a few times where I looked over to the fruit bowl and felt God being like "See that? Eat that."

Apples are not my first choice. Ever. I just think they are difficult to eat on their own and I'm not going to take the time to slice them.

I ate it anyway and then I tell you my energy would go way up and I felt so much better.

The night before yesterday, having had exhaustion again, I remembered the apple experience and ate before bed hoping I would feel better.

Girl I was all over work the next day and STILL feel better.

What's in it that helps with the energy? IDK, but if you end up feeling worn down, try an apple.

apples are going on the shopping list!

 

[Wynona]

Homemaking can be done rushing from task to task but this leads to burnout. Staying peaceful, relaxed, and happy is often what will make a far bigger difference in the atmosphere of a home than pushing to exhaustion to get all the things done.

 

[Wynona]

 

[Wynona]

The Lord certainly requires a lot of wives and homemakers.

To serve rather than be served. (Mark 10:43-45)

To look well to the ways of our household and not eat the bread of idleness. (Proverbs 31:27)

However, God's yoke is easy and his burden is light (Matthew 11:30)

We can do this with a long face, constantly stressed out, or we can do this cheerfully as unto the Lord.

Some practical ways I remember to lighten up:

I get dressed around the house in clothes I like and spend a few minutes prettying up for the day.

I chug water with lemon for flavor and sea salt for added hydration.

I take beef organ supplements and vitamins for hormone balance, sleep, and energy.

I listen to great playlists of fun music and Scripture songs on Youtube and add to them all the time.

I exercise and shower about five days a week.

I use the middle of the day to recharge and do the bare minimum ---little ones tend to nap during this time. I have stopped trying to "catch up" with chores at that time and catch up on my chill instead.

I take deep breaths, hold them for a few seconds, and breathe out through my mouth. Box breathing.

I go outside when I can. Sometimes I just bake in the sun a few minutes.

I slow the pace at times when things get chaotic. Remind myself that Im raising children, not time bombs.

 

[Wrangler]

It ocurred to me that if one cannot do ministry at home, one cannot do ministry.

 

[Wynona]

It ocurred to me that if one cannot do ministry at home, one cannot do ministry.

A thousand times yes! To try and minister "out there" before the home is in order is to put the cart before the horse and invite bad results.

 

[Mayflower]

My ministry- daughter Lorena

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[Wynona]

To serve in my home...in peace with my amazing family and the Lord backing me.. is an incredible blessing. One I refuse to take for granted.

I am blessed  now.

Glory to the living God!

 

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[Wynona]

I'll be completely honest, I don't completely know what Im doing as a Mom or a homemaker. My first step to being better at both is prayer that God helps me. I cannot do this well without the Lord's help.

 

[amigo de christo]

the children need both . both the words and the actions to LINE UP with such words .
If our words contradict Christ its but death
and if our words agree with his and yet we live contrary its but lip service .
As i am sure you would agree my dear sister . None who love the LORD would omit His words and none who loveth HIM
would walk contrary . yet many sure seem to use HIS name
and yet will omit His words and yet by pretense preach another love which might have a few good works in it
but man sin is embraced and loved .
As i am sure you have seen this has infected the realm of even christendom itself .

 

[amigo de christo]

I'll be completely honest, I don't completely know what Im doing as a Mom or a homemaker. My first step to being better at both is prayer that God helps me. I cannot do this well without the Lord's help.

THEN you in a good place sister . the very fact you realize this , By grace , its gonna point YE TO TRUSTING IN
HE who can give you the ability to do so . DO be encouraged my dear sister .
But the TRUTH is we can do nothing without HIM , but fail . YET IN HIM and BY HIM we surely can prevail .

 

[amigo de christo]

It ocurred to me that if one cannot do ministry at home, one cannot do ministry.

Its occured to me that paul said the same thing . IF one cannot govern his own home
HE CANNOT LEAD the CHURCH . my suggestion is a lovely one and it remains the same
Let us learn our bible well . ALL scripture is given by INSPIRATION OF GOD
and it sure is GOOD for correction , reproof , instruction in righteousness
that the man of GOD may be throughouly furnished unto all good works .
Ye have heard an apple a day keeps the doctor away
WELL a bible reading a day keeps the leaven away and the wolves at bay .. I suggest we all dig deep in that lovely bible .

 

[Marvelloustime]

Its occured to me that paul said the same thing . IF one cannot govern his own home
HE CANNOT LEAD the CHURCH . my suggestion is a lovely one and it remains the same
Let us learn our bible well . ALL scripture is given by INSPIRATION OF GOD
and it sure is GOOD for correction , reproof , instruction in righteousness
that the man of GOD may be throughouly furnished unto all good works .
Ye have heard an apple a day keeps the doctor away
WELL a bible reading a day keeps the leaven away and the wolves at bay .. I suggest we all dig deep in that lovely bible .

@amigo de christo

 

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[Gottservant]

My thought on this, is that you should be seeking out scripture, to affirm that your spirit is in subjection to God.

The point is coming where you will have to choose, "am I ready to die for the Lord, this way?"

It may seem like you are recoiling from the world, staying at home - but if your message is consistent, it could impact the world in a major way!

EDIT: As a side note, if you are supporting missionaries around the world, you can be sure you will have a reward in Heaven.