Christian Family Blog

Aug 29, What Really Matters

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 19:08:39 GMT

Hi friends! It has been a whirlwind year so far. We moved into our house in January, and we got to work. We painted walls, changed carpet, laid tile, hung curtains, and planted a vegetable garden. And, I'm happy to say, most of our home improvements are done! But, In the wake of all of this work, God has been dealing with my heart. Having a pretty home is nice, but having a solid relationship with Jesus, and living according to His Word, is what really matters. I have a renewed desire to encourage you with this website. I am going to remove some of the unnecessary stuff and keep what really matters... So, look for some changes to the site. And, look for some great new content - focused on God's Word! God bless you,
Karissa

Jun 4, A Word of Encouragement

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 21:06:58 GMT

"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11

May 11, A Word of Encouragement

Tue, 11 May 2010 17:56:24 GMT

"Do not fear, for I am with you; do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand." - Isaiah 41:10

Apr 28, Awesome Devotional for Young Kids

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 22:56:25 GMT

About 2 weeks ago, we found the "Pray & Play Bible for Young Children" for our 3 year old, Joshua. It has 14 classic bible stories with colorful illustrations. And, after each story, there are songs, prayers, and activities to help understand the story. This book is FUN! Check it out!

Apr 28, Noah's Ark Found?

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 22:31:51 GMT

A group of Chinese and Turkish explorers say they have found Noah's Ark on a mountaintop in Eastern Turkey. Very interesting! I am excited to hear more about their research and findings! Share the story of Noah with your kids, then check out the news release...

Jan 20, Please Pray

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:08:04 GMT

Hi friends, The people of Haiti experienced a 6.1 magnitude aftershock at 6:03 this morning. Pastor Brent and a very small team are in the country offering relief and hope in Jesus. The team is safe, but they said it looks like a bomb went off in the city. Please pray for the people of Haiti and for continued safety for everyone there trying to help. I will send out Pastor Brent's updates later today. God bless you.

Jan 11, Family Update

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 21:29:10 GMT

God is SOOO good! It has been a whirlwind month, but an amazing ride! We had an offer accepted on a house right before Thanksgiving, and we closed escrow last week!! We moved into our new home on Saturday (1/9), and it's AMAZING! God truly hand-picked this home for us. We are so so blessed. I will be sending the Christian Family Focused Mamas Newsletter this week. Watch for it in your inbox! God bless you!

Dec 17, There's still time!!

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:08:04 GMT

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Dec 4, Free Shipping!

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 22:11:28 GMT

Free shipping on all our handmade cards has been extended until December 31st! Pick some up today for a lovely gift set, or beautiful Christmas greeting!

Nov 22, New Christian Books!

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:13:13 GMT

Hi Friends! I have added 2 new books to the Christian Books Page: I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist by Norman L. Geisler and Frank Turek The Excellent Wife by Martha Peace These books are amazing...

Nov 16, Personal Paper Crafts - Handmade Cards

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:32:30 GMT

My handmade card store is up and running! Check out the beautiful selection and enjoy FREE SHIPPING until December 1st!!

Nov 2, Nepal Mission Trip 2009 - Update Five

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:43:48 GMT

The Bible comes to life in this update! "The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field." Luke 10:2

Nov 2, Nepal Mission Trip 2009 - Update Four

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:43:48 GMT

Another great update, filled with testimonies from Nepali pastors...

Oct 29, Nepal Mission Trip 2009 - Update Three

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:33:09 GMT

This is an amazing update, filled with team highlights straight from the mission field. God is answering prayers, healing injuries, strengthening pastors, and touching hearts...

Oct 26, Nepal Mission Trip 2009 - Update Two

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:13:00 GMT

Our Nepal Team has traveled safely to the west, to do some evangelism and lead a pastor's conference. However, the enemy is using the local government to shut down their outreach efforts...

Oct 24, Nepal Mission Trip 2009 - Update One

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:15:50 GMT

A team from our church has arrived in Nepal for a two week mission trip. Their main goal is to preach God's Word and strengthen Nepali Pastors during a leadership conference. Please join us in prayer for this awesome trip!

Oct 24, Save Money This Holiday Season

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 02:43:12 GMT

You are invited to join Blastoff! It's a free online network that will give you cash back when you shop with their popular online retailers. It's a great way to save money when you shop this holiday season. And, it's completely free to join! Check it out...

Oct 19, New Recipes

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:54:40 GMT

I have added a couple of new recipes on my Quick Healthy Meals page. Try the pumpkin muffins for breakfast, or the sausage scramble for dinner...

Oct 17, In the works...

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 21:19:47 GMT

I have lots of pages in the works, but I am finishing up my research before I post them. I want to make sure they are great! :o) Also, I am creating a line of handmade greeting cards that will be available to purchase soon! And, 10 from every card sold will be donated directly to Promise Child Ministries. Stay tuned for more info...

Oct 7, New WAHM Company Directory Listing!

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:38:31 GMT

Meet Jennifer Garland - the owner of "Jenn of all Trades" and the creator of a wonderful new line of breastfeeding covers!

Sep 14, Facebook

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:32:27 GMT

Hi Friends! Come and join me on Facebook! I'm always posting new updates about my family, encouraging Christian books I'm reading, and new website pages in the works...

Sep 14, Life is good!

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 20:32:27 GMT

Hi Friends! It's been a while, I know. Jeremy is almost 6 weeks old, and he's doing great. Joshua is adjusting wonderfully to his little brother. And, I'm doing good too, but I'm pretty exhausted. Life is busy with two little ones, that's for sure! :o) I'll post some new pages very soon. God Bless you!

Aug 8, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Jeremy's Arrival!

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 06:27:13 GMT

Jeremy Lucas Rodriguez is HERE! Come see pictures of little Jeremy, and read about my amazing labor and delivery! God is so good...

Aug 3, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Monday August 3rd

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 19:47:05 GMT

I had my last doctor's appointment today, and everything is a GO for tomorrow! :o)

Aug 3, Christian Family Focused Mamas Newsletter

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 19:47:05 GMT

Hey Mamas! I am getting ready to have my baby tomorrow - yay! So, I am going to put the newsletter on hold for about a month. I will send out the next one on September 6th. See ya then! :o)

Jul 30, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Thursday July 30th

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:37:27 GMT

Well...Jeremy's not here yet! But, things are progressing very slowly...

Jul 28, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Tuesday July 28th

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:40:03 GMT

Jeremy is coming soon - maybe even within the next 24 hours! I have seen some definite pre-labor signs...

Jul 25, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Weeks 36-37

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 17:34:47 GMT

Yes, I am still pregnant! :o) Sorry I haven't updated for a while. Here are two new updates, with info from my doctor's appointment and a new belly picture...

Jul 15, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 35

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 03:31:41 GMT

Swimming pools are my new best friends! They really relieve back and hip pressure...

Jul 7, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 34

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:51:27 GMT

I saw my doctor this week, and everything looks great! My next appointment will be a "big one"...

Jul 7, July Newsletter

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:51:27 GMT

The next Christian Family Focused Mamas Newsletter will be delivered on July 19th. It will include a devotional, an article on the "Proverbs 31 Woman", and some delicious family recipes. Click here to sign up...

Jun 29, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 33

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:48:45 GMT

Oh, the woes of pregnancy...sleeplessness, difficulty breathing, heartburn, nausea, loss of appetite...but it's all worth it! :o)

Jun 23, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 32

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 03:37:08 GMT

God's love is inspiring! He revealed a little glimpse of His compassion and love for me, while I was caring for my sick son this week...

Jun 18, New WAHM Company Directory Listing!

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 03:56:26 GMT

Meet Heather Hanners - an Independent Director and and Personal Wellness Coach for Work At Home United!

Jun 12, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 31

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 23:31:35 GMT

Another great doctor's appointment this week - she gave me some great advice...

Jun 7, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 30

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:53:53 GMT

Tums are now my best friend! My heartburn is lingering, but it's manageable. Read my update for some exciting news, and a prayer request...

Jun 4, The WAHM Company Directory

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:18:13 GMT

Are you an Independent Consultant or Distributor for a Network Marketing Company? Or, do you own your own business and have a website link? List your company in our new directory! Click link for more information...

Jun 4, For Work At Home Moms - Special Articles and Resources!

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 18:01:24 GMT

This section is especially for work at home moms. Here you will find encouraging articles and helpful resources for your new or existing home business.

Jun 4, Our Top Priorities as Christian Women

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 05:43:22 GMT

These top six priorities, based on passages from Ephesians and Colossians, will focus your life and bring God's structure to each day.

Jun 4, Special Articles For Christian Women

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 04:40:58 GMT

These Biblical articles are just for Christian Women - they will add God's structure, encouragement, and love to your day.

Jun 2, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 29

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 03:38:23 GMT

This has been a difficult week - with dizziness, nausea, braxton hicks, and heartburn. Oh, the joys of the 3rd trimester! :o)

May 24, Pregnancy Journal Updates -
Weeks 27 and 28!

Sun, 24 May 2009 03:32:24 GMT

Here's a two-for-one update. I am officially starting the third trimester! Come read my updates, and see a new belly picture - I'm really getting BIG!

May 11, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 26

Mon, 11 May 2009 23:52:01 GMT

We're home from Atlanta, Georgia - but still in vacation mode! :o) Here is an update about our trip, and lots of wonderful family pictures...

May 2, May Newsletter

Sat, 02 May 2009 15:12:18 GMT

The next Christian Family Focused Mamas Newsletter will be delivered on May 9th. It will include a devotional, an article on the "Proverbs 31 Woman" Goal #6, and some easy family recipes. Don't miss out! :o)

May 1, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 25

Fri, 01 May 2009 18:51:25 GMT

Here's a little update from Atlanta, Georgia! We're here with family, and having a blast...

Apr 26, Book Links

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:21:14 GMT

I have added Amazon links to most of the books on my Christian Books and Christian Devotionals pages. If you are considering purchasing any of these books, would you use my links? I would greatly appreciate it! :o) Have a wonderful day.

Apr 24, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 24

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 23:18:04 GMT

I had a great doctor's visit this week, and got some good test results. I am also taking advantage of local farmer's markets, for the best pregnancy nutrition...

Apr 20, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 23

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 22:30:45 GMT

God is so good - He is really providing for our needs, and giving us a peace which "transcends all understanding"...

Apr 14, Happy Easter!

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:00:30 GMT

I hope you all had a wonderful Easter yesterday - we sure did! It's wonderful to take time to celebrate and remember what Jesus did for us on the cross. Ephesians 2:1-10 really sums it up for me - it's all about our need for a savior, and God's grace to provide salvation.

Apr 12, Pregnancy Journal Update -
Week 22

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:33:30 GMT

BIG milestone this week - at least for me...my nausea is gone! Praise the Lord! Joshua was also very cute, practicing his big brother skills....