Threads of Grace
Life is messy
Welcome to Simply Susan, where I write honestly about faith, marriage, motherhood and the everyday threads of God’s grace.
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Walking humblythrough faith, family and life’s adventures.
Come in, come in! Have a seat around the table so we can pause, pour a coffee, and discover God’s grace woven through the threads of everyday life.
Life hasn’t always been neat and tidy, None of my ducks are in a row. Like many women, I’ve known seasons of joy, disappointment, deep hurt, and unexpected adventure. As I look back over the years, I can see the threads of God’s grace woven through every season—through joy and heartbreak, marriage and motherhood, unanswered questions, quiet faithfulness, and even the unexpected adventures of later life.
Looking back over my life, I can see a thread.
Sometimes that disappeared beneath grief.
Sometimes it seemed tangled beyond repair.
Sometimes it was woven with unexpected joy.
But through every season, God never let go of the thread.
Simply Susan is where I share honest reflections on marriage, motherhood, faith, books, coffee, being a SAHM, working outside the home, motorcycles, and the everyday moments where God’s grace quietly meets us.
Faith
Being Dead
A little bit pregnant? A little bit alive? A little bit dead? Nope! You are either are or you are not. So why do we expect godly behaviour from those who are not alive in Christ?
Acquainted with the Scriptures from Childhood
The apostle Paul acknowledges the influence of Eunice & Lois upon Timothy’s life… he was acquainted with the Scriptures from childhood. Encouragement to expose our children to our rich faith.
I'll Do My Best and God Can Do The Rest
I do my best to be the wife, the mother, the friend that God wants me to be but I cannot escape the fact that God is The One who holds my future in His hands, despite what I do or don’t do. Do your best and leave God to the rest. Our hope is in Him. He is the great Healer, the restorer. He is our Saviour, Our Lord and our Master. He is more than capable. Share His goodness with your children every day. Yes train them, guide them, discipline them. But always be pointing to His goodness, His strength, His power, and His sovereignty. This is the way to teach your children that they are saved by grace, not works.
Marriage
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Motherhood
The Shocking Youth Message
I have previously linked and recommended an online sermon by Paul Washer… called the Shocking Youth Message (called such by others, not by Mr. Washer). httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cncEhCvrVgQ&feature=video_response But I think it’s also really good to watch…
When Joking Hurts: A Lesson from Proverbs
I’ve often been asked to share what our Bible study looks like using our methods as outlined in a Bible Based Education. Here is a quick lesson. Bear in mind that I didn’t write this lesson plan before hand…I was reading it in my Bible during my quiet time and thought it was too good (read: relevant) to not share with my children.
Biblical Principles of Parenting by John MacArthur
What we desperately need is a return to the biblical principles of parenting. Christian parents don’t need new, shrink-wrapped programs; they need to apply and obey consistently the few simple principles that are clearly set forth for parents in God’s Word, such as…
Homeschool
Homeschool Smorgasbord
CountON.org Age Range: 5-18 (Grades K-12, with parental supervision) You won’t believe the selection of FREE interactive math games and activities designed for students of all ages that are available at this website. This site also provides links to additional…
Homeschool Smorgasbord
An extensive variety of homeschool related freebies and posts
Bible overview 4 (Week 13-16)
Kerugma Family Bible reading guide for use with young children. This guide is a no-fuss, easy to implement, overview of the Bible for the whole family. To see previous months, please use the menu to the right. I will post a new 4 week plan every Sunday. * Bible…
Health
Day One of Three~ Juice Fast
The amazing power of raw juices and details about my new juicer.
Cyndi's Bread ~ help?
Just a quick plea for help… Has anyone had much success with the bread recipe in Cyndi O’Meara’s book Changing Habit’s, Changing Lives? I used to make it a few years ago but stopped making it. I’ve made up the Super Mix again and have…
Healthy in spirit but un…
C’mon now ladies, tell me I’m not alone here. Can anyone relate to this? Last week I was studying health and nutrition, which is a passion of mine. (Application of learned knowledge is another story) I was up to my eyeballs in health/nutrition…
Home & Life
Tuna lasagne
Tuna lasagne
Carob treats
Carob Treats 3 Weet-Bix or Vita-Brits 1 TB carob powder 1 TB Coconut oil 1 cup coconut 1/2 cup almond milk Pinch or two of Stevia or natural sweetener 1/2 cup sultanas, raisins, prunes or figs. Place all ingredients except fruit into blender and process. Stir in the...
Almond Milk and Granola
Almond Milk and Raw Granola with Jennifer Cornbleet