What does minimizing look like? To the empty nester it may mean downsizing real estate. To the co-dependent, it may mean pitching some toxic friendships they tend to collect. I thought I had a handle on Biblical minimalism, but I wasn’t even close. Biblical minimalism is much more than cleaning out a drawer and discarding unwanted things into a box to take to the thrift store. In her book, Biblical Minimalism, Cheryl E. Smith defines Biblical minimalism as “a complete, whole person release of anything unlike Jesus, a letting go of everything that hinders us from following Him wholeheartedly and single- mindedly , and a relinquishing of all that brings us under bondage to this earthly, very temporary life.” The author gives us a visual of a whole pie that is divided into eight slices. Each slice describes our lives with areas to analyze to see if pruning or adjustment is needed. I won’t name them all, but one example is the “emotional ...
"Pile of smiles" here in these awesome pics of your family! :) God bless you and your wonderful family.
ReplyDeleteOne word sums it up "JOY". There is pure joy on all your faces. I love it. How lovely. Looks like a beautiful place and a beautiful family. Thanks for sharing it with us my friend.
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Kim
Thank you for sharing.....Simply beautiful.
ReplyDeleteBoy did I miss you..I am thankful you had a wonderful trip and a joyous time with your family, but I am also thankful you are back to bring smiles to my life.
Blessings and prayers, andrea
Those are wonderful pictures. I looks like a family full of love!
ReplyDeleteWhat a joy-filled time it looks like you had! Is that your mom in the pic with you? She looks as precious as you! Thanks for the sweet comments on my blog and prayers for my dad and family!
ReplyDeleteI am soo glad you are back with us but so happy you were able to be with your family and refreshed! I know you blessed all of them with your smiles :)
I absolutely loved these photos! I wanted to be in the family too! :) I'm so glad you had a wonderful time with your family and all the special blessings that our faithful GOD blessed you with -- awesome!
ReplyDeleteLoved hearing the Sister Sledge song along with the photos. That took me back to the 80's :)
Love you Sister.
Big brother is watching your slide ...
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing..I've been sitting here looking at the entire slide show...What a blessing of a family...
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