Is just avoiding sin good enough for discerning what God has planned for you? And can we use our common sense in discerning? These are discussed in this 5th Tool of discernment podcast along with a no-stress, cleaning up method.
We look at an obvious tool that we all should be using in our discerning. And hear what I believe is the best method of storing those storage containers--so as not to be looking for their lids all of the time.
We're covering our 3rd Discernment Tool today--Scripture, but not how you'd usually think of Discernment with Scripture--like opening up the Bible and picking a verse, rather using it to conform us. Our Smart Martha tip deals with the use of bags. These have been game changers for me in helping me to feel and actually be "put together."
We continue our discernment series looking into what it means to "pray without ceasing" like St. Paul encourages us--keeping a continuous presence of Christ, or a least trying to. And is your wallet or purse jammed with cards that are never easily accessible?
We all need to discern to make sure we are "choosing the better part." So we are starting to dig more into discernment by studying some of Pope Francis's advice from his Wednesday audiences on discernment. And some tips on that modern marvel--the Magic Erase Sponge.
What is an Ignatian Discernment and what if Mary and Martha did one? And this is the last money saving tip--and it's a little radical--because we tried to do without this All-American diet staple.
Some thoughts on whether we are like Mary or Martha at Mass. Are we terribly distracted? And I forgot an important appliance--an electric gridle. It makes grilled cheese and pancakes so much better than a pan on the stove. Pancakes have been a lifesaver for me, especially with how I make them--convenient, healthy, and cheap!
Silence is great for discerning God's will and "How to choose the better part." And that's because silence helps us to know ourselves. Do you struggle to keep silent? I do. This podcast is gives some more evidence to give silence a try. And in continuing our series on moneysavers, we look at some appliances that can save you money and time.
Sometimes the only way I can "Rejoice in the Lord always" is with the phrase, "At least. . . " I was on the edge of despair when I remembered this. And Smart Martha does not keep a very good budget, but at least (see what I did there?) she's got enough use of one to help save some money.
I read a very profound, yet short and sweet reflection on "pausing" from Pope Francis. You'll love it. Listen to it a couple of times. And for the Smart Martha component, we start a series on saving money. I talk today about what I believe is one of the best ways I've saved money as a busy mom.
Mary was silent and listened to Jesus. Do you ever sit in silence and listen to Jesus? Does silence correspond with following God's will for you? and our Martha tip has to do with a simple way to clean out your wardrobe.
Do you live an unhurried life? Jesus certainly did. And we see that Mary was living an unhurried moment at Jesus's feet when Martha was hurrying about. Our Smart Marth tip today is to consider gifting experiences.
Have you ever thought all your problems would be solved if just. . . . ? Martha did. We lose sight of the one thing necessary when we do this. And also what's the easiest, cheapest, healthiest, and tastiest meal? Why don't we make soup more often?
Can an entire podcast with multiple seasons and episodes be about just one section of the Bible? How can that be? There is just something about the word of God. . . And for this week's Smart Martha tip, she suggests that one of the biggest influences of passing on the faith to your child can be something as simple as holding the book.
We switch up the podcast a bit today by doing a Smart Martha tip first about how to drink more water. Our "Mary" tip follows this by asking ourselves, what really is necessary?
The Litany of Trust by the Sisters of Life has been a real game changer for me. Please take a moment and pray it with me. If you've prayed this before, you know what I mean. If not, I'm glad for the chance to introduce it to you. Smart Martha explains one easy tip that helps get dinner onto the table.
We know about the patience of Job, but did you know that Martha, yes Martha, also showed incredible patience as well. And Smart Martha explains one of her popular mantras: OHIO--Only Handle It Once or "Don't put it down, put it away."
Do you want to sit at Jesus' feet like Mary--undistracted? Here are 5 simple tips that can help. Also, Smart Martha shares how corrals can help make things look neat and tidy.
Smart Martha talks about feeling overwhelmed and looks at St. Martha's example when she, too, felt overwhelmed. And for the Martha tip, Smart Martha shares her current reason for overwhelm with clutter and gives one simple, practical tip to help daily with clutter control.
Where or to what do you turn when you are bored, restless, anxious, and you know you are "lacking" something? And Smart Martha starts a series on clutter. We talk about the costs of clutter.