Everyday Life | Proverbs 31 Ministries

Harvest Blessings

Spiritual Growth, Family, Holiday Planning, Contentment
October 30, 2007

By: Denise Locker

Have you ever wondered how Thanksgiving became a holiday in America? Brush up on history and discover what the Bible says about having a thankful heart.

“Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be ...

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Preparing For the Tough Times

Overcoming Fear, Marriage, Worry
October 30, 2007

By Karen O'Neill Velasquez

What happens when a newly married woman is diagnosed with terminal cancer and only six months to live? Read on for an inspirational testimony…

He quietly opened the bedroom door, thinking I was asleep. I wasn’t. I hadn’t slept in days. My mind ... Read the Article →

Can God Help Me With My Housework?

At Home, Balance, Organization
October 30, 2007

By Pamela Van Atta

Piles of dishes, loads of laundry, and a “To Do” list a mile long overwhelms even the best of women. So, can God help me (and you) with our housework? He did create the heavens and the earth. Do dust bunnies fall under the heaven and ... Read the Article →

She's Just Like Me

Spiritual Gifts, Serving, Relationships, Ministry, Community
October 2, 2007

By Susan Frantz Belisle

October is Clergy Appreciation month. Why not take this opportunity to support and encourage your pastor’s wife?

If you are like most women, you need a little encouragement every now and then. There is a very special woman in your life that especially needs your ... Read the Article →

Attack of the Killer Weeds

Spiritual Growth, Family, At Home, Marriage, Healing from Hurts, Relationships, Worry, Contentment
October 1, 2007

By Paula Friedrichsen

We recently moved into a smaller home in an effort to down-size and prepare our finances for my husband’s impending retirement. Our little house has a planter that skirts the entire length of the home, and it was originally filled with ugly ground cover. This last ...

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The Story of Johnny Appleseed

Serving, Family, At Home, Parenting, Creative Gifts, Kids Activities
October 1, 2007

Fall is a great time to read the story of Johnny Appleseed to your children and try some new apple recipes!

John Chapman, a small man with amazing endurance, is known as "Johnny Appleseed." He was really an American pioneer, a kind and gentle hero, and a uniquely American legend ...

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From Clutter to Clarity

Spiritual Growth, Family, Balance, Organization, Contentment
October 1, 2007

Simplifying Life from the Inside Out
By Nancy Twigg

When most people think of simplifying, the first thing they think of is getting rid of clutter around the home or office. Cleaning out closets and drawers is definitely a part of simplifying, but true simplification goes far deeper than that ...

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