WELCOME HEART: Living a Legacy Life

Ep 31 I'm Good At Excuses Why NOT to Obey God -- What Are Yours?

We can always think of a reason NOT to do something we don't want to do. I'm an expert at thinking up creative reasons to say "no" to God's big idea. "I'm too tired. I'm too old. I don't think I'm hearing correctly..."
God gives grace, yes. But He also loves our obedience and He will give us the strength to do what He's asked us to do. 
Be hospitable isn't a suggestion, it's a command. So why don't we do it?
Today I list (just) 8 reasons why we don't. Can you add a 9th? Share in comments. 
I mean, why bother?
I get it.
So I wrote this course. For you and your friends. You can pay once and invite a (small) group and take the course together. Swap stories, ideas, and encouragement. Just stay 6 ft apart and bring your own pen and coffee cup. It's a party, but not too big of a party for now. 
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Make scones. Or buy. It's your party.
Lori's Orange Scones (Printable version here.)
 
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Ep 30 A Legacy of Living Beyond Ourselves with Lorraine Maksoudian

Jesus called us to live life beyond ourselves in Matthew 6: 19,20- "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth . . . But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal." And He gives us two good reasons: 
Heavenly treasures last--no rats or thieves! And they focus our hearts: "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." (verse 21)
I want my heart focused on what God treasures. Whenever I spend time with my friend, Lorraine, I get a boost in that direction and I'm grateful.
Lorraine Maksoudian is the mentor of many and you'll see why when you listen to today's podcast. Her legacy includes:
Teaching the attributes of God to 1st Graders for 18 years (starting with our Mary Grace, 24)
Reality is much deeper than it appears
No experience of a believer is ever wasted
Memorize God's Word and review systematically
Celebrate how God has made us unique
Hand off your To-Do list every day to the Lord and let Him direct how your day is actually supposed to go
 
 Lorraine always serves me tea and homemade biscotti. Here's her recipe for Double Chocolate Cherry Pistachio Biscotti.
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We all grow older, but do we all grow up? God’s interested in our maturity. For a good list on what He thinks about that
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Ep 29 Rest Stops with God, Part 2

So God graciously invites us to come to Him. We need to come. So why don’t we?
Why do we ignore the signs for rest stops? What excuses do we make when Jesus has so gently invited us to rest?
I can think of at least two. 
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Prayer to Pray (Before Getting Out of Bed in the Morning)
“So far today, God, I’ve done all right.  I haven’t gossiped, I haven’t lost my temper.  I haven’t been grumpy, nasty or selfish.  I’m really glad about that.  But in a few minutes, God, I’m going to get out of bed, and from then on, I’m probably going to need a lot of help.  Amen.”
 
I wrote "Habits Worth Having: Take Five" on Women Wielding the Word last week. What do you think? Is your relationship with the King of the Universe worth five minutes a day?
 
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Ep 28 A Legacy of Grace and Love (and Healthy Eating!) with Angela Sackett

Angela, from Everyday Welcome, is a professional photographer, food blogger, and since recording this podcast, she's become a WHOLE30 Certified Coach. Today Angela shares her legacy of grace, pouring into others, and finding He and His Word are all that's needed. 
My redheaded younger "sister" (:
Follow Angela Sackett on her website or these media links:
https://www.everydaywelcome.com
Facebook.com/everydaywelcome
Instagram: @everydaywelcome
 
Angela Sackett is a wife, momma, home educator, speaker, author and photographer (and her house is perpetually in need of a good dusting!).  She blogs at Everyday Welcome, where she encourages women to open their hearts and homes to God and others, living as salt and light right where they are.  She shares recipes, devotional thoughts, and inspiration for home and family.
Angela combines her love for Jesus and the Whole30 eating healthy system in her unique course: REFINED JOURNEY
Join Angela for 6 weeks of menus, printable recipes, Scripture readings, and wholesome eating here.
Special pricing for the month of May OR subscribe to Everyday Welcome to receive one FREE week: CLICK HERE. 
"This is NOT a diet - it's a chance for you to explore how God wants to nourish you and those at your table, so you can live free in who you are in Him. When you sign up, you'll get information on the full Refined Journey, and you'll be added to the Everyday Welcome email community for weekly-ish emails and updates.)" - Angela 
Additional resources from Everyday Welcome:
Cozy Holidays
https://everydaywelcome.com/shop/everyday-welcome-cozy-holidays/
 Winter: A Journey of Stillness
https://everydaywelcome.com/shop/winter-a-journey-of-stillness/
Thank you, Angela, for these mouth-watering recipes--I promise to try!
 Paleo “Cheese”burger Soup
https://everydaywelcome.com/paleo-cheeseburger-soup/
Spring Chicken & Vegetable Soup
https://everydaywelcome.com/spring-chicken-and-vegetable-soup/
 
 
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Ep 27 Rest Stops with God, Pt 1

Someone said, “Ministry is spillage.”
 When we are so full up of God ourselves, our ministry of love and exhortation and healing for others is simply the natural outcome.
Helping others is a by-product of seeking God and finding our rest in Him. In other words, we don’t seek to help others first, but that happens when we seek God first. Loving others is an overflow of loving God.
 “Lay thy head upon my breast and lose thyself in Me.” - Francis Roberts. And when we do, others get blessed as well as ourselves.
In Ephesians 3:19 Paul prays they will be filled up to all the fullness of God. I can't begin to understand "the fullness of God" but if he prayed for it, I will, too-- for me and for my family.
 
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These muffins are a welcome treat for you during your quiet time or to share with a friend or neighbor.
Granola Muffins
1 stick butter, melted
3/4 c. sugar
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 c. milk
1 1/2 c. flour
1 T. baking powder
1/2 t. salt
1 1/2 c. unsweetened granola
1/2 c. dried cherries, blueberries, cranberries or mixture
 
Preheat oven 350 degrees. Grease muffin cups or use paper liners. Blend butter, sugar, eggs, and milk. In another bowl, mix flour with baking powder and salt. Gradually add to liquid ingredients, stirring just to blend. Stir in granola and dried fruit. Bake 25-30 minutes. Makes 10 or so.
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Ep 26 A Legacy of Prayer with Katy Taflinger

I love my friend, Katy Taflinger and I'm excited to share her with you today. Katy owned the famous Apple Farm Inn and Restaurant for many years and went on to open the beautiful interior design store, Porch, Home, and Garden. She exudes love, welcome and beauty - and most of all, a deep well of trust in her Savior. 
 
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Ep 25 Praying More These Days? That Can Only Be Good

Do you ever say, "All I can do is pray!" And then forget to pray?! And isn't that thinking the wrong way around? The most anyone can do is pray. I forget that all too often. 
Some thoughts on the goodness of prayer:
“Prayer does not fit us for the greater work; prayer is the greater work.” – Oswald Chambers
God's interested in what He does in the person praying as much as the answer to that prayer.
“God can handle your doubt, anger, fear, grief, confusion, and questions. You can bring everything to him in prayer.” – Rick Warren
There's no surprising our Heavenly Father with our innermost thoughts and griefs and frustrations - so he welcomes us to come to Him day in and day out, like a good, good Father.
 
 “Prayers outlive the lives of those who uttered them; outlive a generation, outlive an age, outlive a world.” – E.M Bounds
I can't get over that thought: our prayers outlive us. Sounds like legacy living. Makes me want to pray more, you too?
 
"It is possible to move men, through God, by prayer alone.” – Hudson Taylor
I like this quote the most. Sometimes my man needs my prayer much more than my words. (All the time?) And much more can be accomplished. Amen? Amen.
 
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Ep 24 A Legacy of Connection and Ignoring The Naysayers in Your Head with Lisa Lewis

Lisa is one of the most encouraging and smart people you could know and follow. Whenever I need reminding that God is in control, that He sees me, and that I'm here for a purpose, I call Lisa!
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Parmesan Chicken
(aka Mrs. Jeffrey’s Chicken)
2 c. seasoned bread crumbs
¾ c. grated parmesan cheese
1 cube of butter, melted
Salt and pepper to taste
1 T. dried oregano
2 cloves minced garlic
7 boneless skinless chicken breasts
 
Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry. Cube the chicken into pieces about 1” x 2” (approximate—even size helps even cooking)
 
Measure coating ingredients into a bowl.
 
Put cubed chicken into a large gallon Ziploc style bag; pour melted butter over chicken pieces. Add coating ingredients into bag; close and shake to cover the chicken with the coating.
 
Spray a 9 x 13 casserole dish; pour coated chicken into dish, spread around to evenly cover the pan with the coated chicken.
 
Bake at 350 for approximately 25 – 30 minutes. (poke holes in the center to see if juices run clear)


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Ep 23 Sheltering Well--What's That Mean to You?

As the "elderly" parent--Mark is three years my junior--I'm learning how to shelter-at-home and trying to do it well. Not always successful. I'm getting reprimands from my kids: "MOM, WHERE ARE YOU GOING??"
I woke up today remembering the old hymn: "Shelter in the Time of Storm." I can hear my mom singing with a long pause on the first "Oh" of the refrain: "OOHHHHH, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land, a weary land, a weary land. OOHHHHH, Jesus is a Rock in a weary land. A shelter in the time of storm."
Not my favorite tune but true enough. 
Hoping you are sheltering well. Listen in--we are trying new gather-round-the-table ideas and they are fun!
Here's Ashley's great Instagram-reminding us Who God is which is the most important thing to remember. #thisonetinylife
Today's recipe is Kitchen Sink Frittata!
Saute slivered red onions in oil
Add leftover cooked sweet potatoes and poblanos
Chop and add the 3 leftover cooked sausage patties
Add 1 cup of fresh spinach - Cook all til soft
Whisk together: 3 eggs, 1/3 c egg whites, 1/4 cup almond milk, and 1/4 t. dry mustard, and pour over.
Pile on favorite cheese. I used Mozarella.
Sprinkle with Trader Joe's 21 Seasoning or any dried herbs
Bake at 350 for 20 minutes
Voila!
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Ep 22 A Legacy of Love and Awareness--Poised to Serve! Cindy Langford

I've known Cindy for many years. She's the real deal: kind, gracious, humble, and a successful businesswoman. And she loves Jesus!
Cindy Langford's legacy:
To be kind because you never know another person's entire story.
To remind our kids (and ourselves) that wherever you are, there's Jesus!
To recognize that hard times are preparation for exciting times of service for God.
"I've felt weak and powerless and on my knees. But I have courage in Him. I have hope in Him.
My eyes are open, My head is up, and I can't wait to see how God is going to use me." - Cindy
Cindy Langford is a Pampered Chef Executive and I call her the PC Queen! Always gracious, accepting and loving. She lives what she preaches. Anyone on her team is privileged and blessed.
 
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One of Cindy's favorite recipes: Chicken & Broccoli Braid
1 cup (250 mL) chopped broccoli florets
2 cups (500 mL) chopped cooked chicken breasts (see Cook's Tip)
½ cup (125 mL) diced red bell pepper
1 cup (250 mL) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup (125 mL) mayonnaise
2 tsp (10 mL) All-Purpose Dill Mix
1   garlic clove, pressed
¼ tsp (1 mL) salt
2 pkgs (8 oz or 235 g each) refrigerated crescent dough
1   egg white, lightly beaten
2 tbsp (30 mL) slivered almonds
DIRECTIONS
Preheat the oven to 375°F(190°C). Chop the chicken and broccoli using a Food Chopper, and place the mixture in a Classic Batter Bowl. Chop the bell pepper using a Utility Knife, and add to the Batter Bowl. Press garlic over the vegetable mixture using a Garlic Press.
Shred the cheese using a Rotary Grater, and add it to the vegetable mixture; mix gently. Add mayonnaise, Dill Mix, and salt and then mix well using a Mix ‘N Scraper®.
Spread the filling evenly over the middle of the dough. To braid, lift two opposite strips of dough up, twist once, then lay over filling so that the ends meet at the center. Lightly pinch the ends together. Continue alternating strips to form a braid. Tuck ends up to seal at end of braid.
Brush the egg white over the dough using a Chef’s Silicone Basting Brush. Sprinkle the braid with almonds. Bake 25-28 minutes or until deep golden brown. Cut and serve using a Slice 'N Serve®.
Yield:
10  servings
Nutrients per serving:
 
Calories 360, Total Fat 24 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 16 g, Sodium 530 mg, Fiber 1 g
 
U.S. Diabetic exchanges per serving:
 
1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 1/2 low-fat meat, 3 fat (1 carb) 
 
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