Goodbye Facebook!

There is a new addiction growing in our world today, the internet and media.

Why is the internet/media an addiction?

Look around, I often seen men and women online using their cell phones in the car, sometimes while driving (yikes) at the park, store..everywhere! Constantly texting. I also seen a preview to a show about labor, one of the moms texted right thru it! Why is interent a problem? Its a problem because its distracts you from life, from the people around you..moments are passing by, our children are growing older and older. It also takes away those quiet moments with Jesus. Each time we get a moment of peace and quiet we could be resting in Him, praying, reading his word..


This addiction isnt something that I myself just see but struggle with too! I love connecting with friends and family, sharing and viewing photos, writting a blog or reading other wonderful ladies thoughts. I can look up herbal remedies, any recipe in seconds.. I love the internet! But when I do get online..minutes go by..time ticks away and I have wasted a whole hour online..doing what? It feels so wasted..the guilt kicks in big time for me. The people who suffer are the most precious to me, My Lord, my husband, my children, my home.. I could have read some pages from a good book, played on the floor with my children, emptied the dishwasher..ect.


Realizing I had a hard time with the internet, an addiction was the best wake up call. I continually give it Jesus to help me. I also set up some boundries and rules for myself:


Never will I own a cellphone that has internet, its blocked. Why would this be a rule? Because its way too easy to get online for me.


Never will I allow myself to get online in the morning, especially when I have not spent time with God in prayer and in His word.


I also used to have facebook text me my updates..turned off.


This is the time of my life, a home with young children and I want to create as many memories everyday with my family. I would never want my children to look back and remember me on the internet or on my cell phone.

Colossians 3:23 "Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men."


These rules I set for myself were good..but its not my personal best..

 "Good, better, best, never let it rest, until your good is better and your better best." learned this quote from Elizabeth George and I always remember it! 

After much prayer I felt my heart feel convicted to step away from media as much as possible. Not only from internet but from texting as well. I am saying goodbye to Facebook.

My church showed us parents a movie about the evil in media (you can view a preview of this movie:Shattered) and this also pushed me to step away. Never will I allow my children to text nor have a facebook. First I need to set a strong example.

Ofcourse I will miss connecting with friends and family but this is when you die to your needs, wants, likes, dislikes and take up the Lords. As soon as I deleted facebook and let my family know that I will be texting alot less, the Lord gave me great peace.

I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me. Philippians 4:13



How do you handle the internet, texting, tv? Do you struggle like me? Have you said goodbye to facebook? Would love to hear!

Linked with:

Why I love toys everywhere!

When I first glance at my floors there is always one sure thing to be found: toys! At my house, you better watch your step because my children love legos, lincoln logs, those tiny cars.. and OUCH if you do step on one!

At first I would be super irritated seeing the toys spread out all over (Especially when I just cleaned the next room) and noticing my children onto another room, emptying another basket or tote full of toys. I would even scream..."get this picked UP!" ((yikes))

I cringe at how quickly I got mad.. how quickly my voice raised..

Why do I cringe? I cringe because I wasnt being a loving or an understanding mamma.

Proverbs 29:11 A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.


I looked at the situation completely wrong. I began to pray as most weary and tired mothers do.. Lord, how can I keep my home clean??

He was quick to give me His view!

My dear child, look at those toys..they are everywhere! They are using the imagination that I gave them! Those toys are evidence of pretending, sharing, building, being creative.. those toys are proof that your children arent spending time on the computer, tv, video games. Their minds are working and learning each time they PLAY!

Oh wow, Lord.. I never looked at it that way! Thank you for opening my eyes once again!

I also see how I love to be creative in the kitchen..how my husband loves to build..how my love of books are scattered here and there.. I learned to be neat, pick up my mess..I am an adult! My children arent allowed to leave their big messes all over for days on end, we pick up at the end of the day or maybe a break from lessons..I help them like they help me around the house~ But now I encourage my children, I stop to see what they are creating, playing..I stop to smile and tell them how much I love what they have made or how lovely they are playing together.. I stop to play along! I even notice that yes you must empty out the basket of toys because that one important lego might be in there!!! :}

It completely changed our home atmosphere once I changed my attitude.. My children are happier and always proud to show me what they are playing... their imaginations keep me an awe!

Love the toys mommas! There is a time when your home will be neat and clean.. but now is the time to love those messes~

Linked with:

Simple Egg Skillet

The name says it all: a super easy and tasty skillet.


Love to make this for a big lunch on the weekends..or an easy and cheaper meal during the week.


All you need:
Salt & pepper
Green pepper &/or Green onion
Tater tots
Eggs
Cheese


Start by baking the tater tots, I dont usually use the entire bag, but its up to you ;)


I use about a dozen of eggs, sometimes I am missing one or two..I like to add alittle milk, salt, pepper..


scramble your eggs..



love green pepper mixed with my eggs!



Add the baked tater tots, top with cheese~

leftover pink plates from my daughters birthday ;}

Refined and Polished

"God has gold nuggets and diamonds everywhere in His Word, but we must dig them out. And, just like the precious gems and metals when they are first pulled out from the ground, the treasures of God's word need to be polished and refined in order to have the brilliance they are capable of revealing. Every time you go over one of God's promises in your heart, it will become more refined and polished in you and shine more brightly in your soul." ~Stormie Omartian from the power of a praying woman.

Welcome to His Loving Presence *Blog Party*

Welcome to His Loving Presence blog!

My name is Sarah beth, I am 26 and married to Jon for 7 years. We were married on the water and still to this day he is my best friend. I have 3 children who have brought so much joy into my life! Being a wife and a mother is my ministry and number 1 to me.

I grew up in the city near detroit Michigan. When I was around 12 we moved to the country, I remember it was awful at first. Now I love the country and I am at country girl at heart..married to a country boy! God always suprises us with His plan and He moved us to Nevada. We have been living here for over 3years. My husband got an incredible job offer and paid training in commerical refrigeration.

I love the mountains but miss the greeness of Michigan and the woods! We hope to move back, if it fits in God's plan.

I am a homeschool mamma. Which is something I never thought I would do. My oldest went to kindergarden then 1st grade. I started to notice things I didnt like and finally felt the Lord burden my heart to homeschool. I am so glad I listened, I know it is my calling now...I LOVE teaching my children! Having them home around me and growing their bonds with their siblings has been amazing. I pick and choose different books to teach and I am leaning towards Charlotte Mason method.

If you walked into my home you would see that I try to keep my home pretty~my word for an attempt to be perfectly clean but not! Candles will be lit and you may step on legos or a lincoln log or both! Music of southern gospel will fill the air and children will run, giggling with an occasional cry. You will also meet 3 animals, Wilson a St bernard, Bella, alil black dog mix of doberman and lab and one orange cat, romeo!

I take my job seriously and I trully feel like the CEO of my home! {:

I love to read...books, books, books! My favorite books are ones about prayers, what the Lord says about being a wife and a mother..ect.

I have been blogging for over a year now. I pray that the Lord would show me what He wants me to blog about here. My main hope is to encourage other women as wives, keepers of the home, mothers and in homeschooling. For our homes to be a place of peace and love for one another..for women to know that when you follow the Lord's ways you are strong and not weak.

I am far from perfect..the only perfect thing about me is Jesus. My love overflows for Him..learning His ways and ridding of mine is a daily task and goal for me.

Ever since I started reading my Bible straight from page 1 to the very last page it has been a life changing journey. I have gained wisdom and my eyes have been opened to truth. Whatever I blog about here will be from God's word.

I hope that you will follow me and together encourage one another as a woman after God's own heart!

Here are my Favorite past blogs:
Blessing in my life:hubby!

Facial Mask, natural

You are a Strong Woman!

Children and TV

Lopsided Washcloths

Homeschool