This is a short and sweet episode to explain where I am going for the next little while. I hope you all understand and I love you all dearly. See you soon? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/simplylivingforhim/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/simplylivingforhim/support

Today we are talking about joy. It is not something we can produce in ourselves, nor is it something circumstances can produce. Come listen in and let me know if you agree with where our joy comes from! Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling books!   Called Home— https://amzn.to/2Cs8I7E     The Simple Homeschool Journey—https://amzn.to/306KCHU     Join our community- www.simplylivingforhim.com/community   SHOP: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/simplylivingforhim...

This is a message I hope you share far and wide. As we approach Resurrection Sunday, let's take a look at what really changes everything. What you believe about death will determine how you live. Do you really believe in the power of the Resurrection? Do you really believe that you don't earn your way to heaven? Maybe you've gone to church your whole life or maybe you've never stepped foot in one. This message is for all. Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my...

There's so much hustle and bustle in our culture that many of us crave slow living. But today we are talking about slowing down and a slower lifestyle, not just as something we do as a reaction to our circumstances, but as a mindset. Join me as I fill you in on all that has been going on here lately, where I've been, and where my focus is these days. Be encouraged if you are feeling overwhelmed, just how to refocus to walk with Him and not this world. Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB...

God created seasons in nature. They show us His order and also His purposes. One season on the calendar depends on the next and there is often growth in different ways through each season. And just like in nature, God has created different seasons in our lives. We can't stop them but we can walk with Him through each one, whether a season of struggle or a season of praise. Join me! Settled: A Women’s Conference—FREE EVENT: Register here www.gracebiblechapelnj.org/settled Get my...

How many of us think we just need one more hour in the day? Well, God created 24 hours for us each day and I believe He didn't make a mistake! He gave us all we need. Our culture glorifies busyness and hustle, yet today we are going to discuss letting the Master Planner fill your mind and your day so that you can use each moment of your life well. Join me! Settled: A Women’s Conference—FREE EVENT: Register here www.gracebiblechapelnj.org/settled Get my e-courses:...

I took an unplanned break from podcasting and posting the last few weeks and I learned so much from the Lord, by just being quiet! Listen in and let me know if you can relate. Sometimes we just need to step away and listen- to others and to the Lord! Join me! Settled: A Women's Conference---FREE EVENT: Register here www.gracebiblechapelnj.org/settled Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling books!   Called Home—...

In the day of digital communication and social media, we have fallen into one-dimensional relationships rather than deep and multi-dimensional living. We aren't getting to know people as we used to. Let's talk about balancing both and how to get back to good old-fashioned real-life living and relationships. Let's build community and get deep. Join me! Settled: A Women's Conference---FREE EVENT: Register here www.gracebiblechapelnj.org/settled Get my e-courses:...

Yes, I am still homeschooling and haven't thrown in the towel, but after 18 years of homeschooling, we have definitely changed how we homeschool. We no longer make homeschooling the center of our life and try to make life fit into our homeschool. But rather, we live life and then fit our homeschool into our real-life learning. Having graduated two and another this year, I feel confident in this way and know that keeping God at the center has truly been the most important thing we could...

The new year is always a time when we focus on wellness, which usually means physical wellness. But let's chat today about the wellness of your soul. Even if the world seems dark and chaotic, you can find joy in Jesus, no matter what the circumstances! Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling books!   Called Home— https://amzn.to/2Cs8I7E     The Simple Homeschool Journey---https://amzn.to/306KCHU     Join...

Today I am sharing some changes to the ministry this year and then I am sharing a special New Year's message.  I'm encouraging you to look ahead to 2023, not with resolutions and goals, but by asking yourself what you want to see God do in this new year. Listen in to this encouraging message to focus on the new year to come! Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling books!   Called Home—...

As the year comes to a close I have been thinking about this question quite a bit...what would my life look like if no one told me what it should look like? Except for God, of course. Let's face it, the world is bombarding us with daily information that influences us more than we realize. But in the end, our time with the Lord will really determine how we live. The enemy wants us to keep up with Joneses so we don't keep up with God.  Listen in and be encouraged today to tune out the noise of...

Let's talk about Christmas- the enemy wants nothing more than to take a good thing and distort it. At a time when we are supposed to focus on all that this Advent season is, we make it about stress and busyness and "stuff." I am sharing how we have dealt with this. And then even out of the Christmas season how I have changed my mindset about the most important things.  Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling...

This is a special episode that I have recorded at the request of many listeners. Feel free to share it far and wide, as we look differently at the teen years and beyond and what God really wants for our teens. Academics are just a small part of it all! We are raising Kingdom-builders. Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling books!   Called Home— https://amzn.to/2Cs8I7E     The Simple Homeschool...

The past few weeks have been a whirlwind and I am sharing some of the things I have learned on today's episode. Listen in to hear about losing control, distractions, and more. Be encouraged to know WHO is in control and to be pointed to Him in all things so that we all draw near to Him, especially during this busy season! Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling books!   Called Home—...

It is so easy to get caught up in a complaining mindset. Yet, the Bible tells us we should do ALL things without complaining. Not just when things go our way. Not just when we have a good day. We are going to dig into God's Word today to see what God has to say about our complaining culture and how to stop it. There is a key to stop complaining- find out what it is! Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling...

We walk through life always thinking if we just get through the next trial or the next stage, things will finally settle down. Well, guess what? Things will only ever be settled in heaven. Join me today as I talk about living for our end game- Jesus- and how the Lord has shown me this in my life lately. It will change how you live when you focus on your TRUE reason for living! Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my...

"You can't take it with you."  My Grandma always said this and it's part of the legacy that she passed down to me. As we have lived as a self-employed family for over a decade, we have seen the benefits of this lifestyle and know we aren't building a pension, or a bank account, but the Kingdom. Nothing I pass down to my family will ever last, but our greatest treasure is in things that can not be taken from us. Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional:...

Let's face it. In today's culture, the perfect home is glorified. The aesthetics are everything. The decor needs to stay on trend. And for many of us, we look around our homes and feel defeated. Yet, we are a society of abundance. We have more than we need. We should be thankful for the roofs over our heads and the places we call home. Today I have a special guest, Jenny Nanninga, joining me as we talk about normalizing "normal" homes. Jenny lives in a smaller home with five children and...

Are you weary these days? You're not alone. Grab a cup of coffee, tea, or water and settle in. Let's look to the remedy for our weariness. Find some peace in your day and rest for your soul. Don't miss this one! Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling books!   Called Home— https://amzn.to/2Cs8I7E     The Simple Homeschool Journey---https://amzn.to/306KCHU     Join our community-...

Are you an overthinker? It can be a blessing or a curse for me. But over the years, I have learned that key to quieting my mind. Come listen in and be encouraged, whether you are an overthinker or not, how to set your mind on the things above and experience true transformation in your life! Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com     Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB     Get my homeschooling books!   Called Home— https://amzn.to/2Cs8I7E     The Simple Homeschool...

We've got a lot to chat about today! I am starting out by sharing about the incredible difference in our school year this year! Then we are talking about something everyone deals with- the comparison trap. But it is about SO much more than just that- we are talking about being Kingdom-minded with a purpose far greater than ourselves. Your life isn't supposed to look like others. It's supposed to look like Christ. Listen in and be encouraged! Get my e-courses:...

If you are walking into a new season of life right now or will be in the future, you need to listen to this episode. Let’s face it, life is never settled, it is always changing. Today, Karen is encouraging you how to walk through each season of life with your eyes on Jesus. Grab your retreat sessions REPLAYS: http://simplylivingforhim.com/2022/06/11/livestream/   Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com   Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB   Get my homeschooling books! ...

If you have ever felt overwhelmed by your schedule and calendar, then you are going to be encouraged by this episode! We will talk about the key to finding peace in your day and using your time well. Grab your retreat sessions REPLAYS: http://simplylivingforhim.com/2022/06/11/livestream/  Get my e-courses: www.simplylivingforhim.thinkific.com  Get my devotional: https://amzn.to/2zB  Get my homeschooling books!  Called Home— https://amzn.to/2Cs8I7E  The Simple Homeschool...