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My Quiet Time Essentials

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Friendly disclosure:   "This post contains Amazon affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend what I truly love!" Establishing a spiritual discipline  ðŸ‘ˆ isn’t always easy, especially with the beautiful, busy chaos of life here in Cambodia. But just like our phones need a charging station to function, our souls need a " morning charging station " connected to the Source of Life. When we integrate time with God into our daily repetition, it ceases to be a chore and becomes a life-giving habit. This "spiritual intake" strengthens us not just internally, but gives us the physical endurance to face the day’s goals. The Power of the Morning Charge As I shared in my previous post on The Importance of Daily Goals , consistency is the key to transformation. When we fill our cups early, we aren't running on empty when the afternoon heat or the stresses of mom-life hit. "But seek first the kingdom of ...

Living below our means

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It is always refreshing to end the week with a reminder from God’s Word that gently brings our hearts back to what truly matters. Life has a way of filling our minds with worries about finances, responsibilities, and the future. Yet in the middle of all these concerns, Scripture reminds us that our relationship with money is deeply connected to the condition of our hearts. Today’s devotion brings us to 2 Corinthians 9:7 , which says: “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” This verse has been quietly shaping the way our family thinks about finances, generosity, and contentment over the years. It also reminds us that living below our means is not simply a financial strategy. It is a spiritual practice. It teaches us trust. It cultivates gratitude. And it opens our hands so that we can bless others. As I reflect on this today, I find myself thinking about our own journey as a family servin...