Lauren Rust @lwrust3

Had a whole long discussion last a few months back at the ladies book group I lead about how men really are the great civilizers of humanity, not women, and how thankful we are they have that work to do and not us. 🥰 We get to be the helpers and suppliers of cookies and chubby babies and cozy homes.

@quachelsey Do you attribute the healthy thyroid to anything in particular?

Christians often believe that they must earn the right to preach the gospel to a particular individual. They think that they need to make repeated relational deposits before they can make any withdrawals. Clearly, this isn’t the practice of Jesus and the Apostles. God has not only given us permission but also commanded us to proclaim His truth to everyone. This doesn’t mean that we throw relationships out the window. It just means that we needn’t feel guilty about cutting to the chase evangelistically. You don’t need to earn permission. You’ve been given a mandate.

Hear me out on this, weddings are better when you don't do a first look. Streamline how many photos you take after the ceremony (don't be hours in the process) AND make sure your guests aren't hungry. Besides that, some waiting is ok in my opinion 😅 I have been to countless weddings where the couple chooses pictures and a first look before, and it's fine! They love it, and that's wonderful. It's just not the same whether you like it or not. I attended a cousin's wedding this weekend, and the aisle was their first look. The altar their first kiss. Both were made obvious by the (arguably) increased delight expressed at both points. Unmatched.

The more effective your mission, the greater the level of pushback, hate, and opposition you will face. In His wisdom, God caused Christianity to spread across the Roman Empire, yet thru constant hostility (Acts). Take heart. The Lord Jesus overcame the world; He is with you.

Many years ago, we had to bury a beloved farm dog. All of us were young and stood there crying as Dad dug the hole. When he finished, he looked around at us and said, "Remember, kids, it's worth it to love things." Still etched in my memory to this day. The thing was, I knew that to be true and still do in large part because he lives it out every single day. My Dad gives his life to others and faithfully pours himself into my mom and all his children & grandchildren. He is a good man who leads well, even when it costs him. Grateful to be his daughter 🤍

@Adams_Steven_ lots of people are excited to meet this long-awaited little boy!

Be more excited about what God is doing than you are disappointed about what he’s not doing.

There are days when I pray "Lord, please help me" ten times before 10 am, and you know what? He does, He always does.

I’m America First all the way but through my study of history I’ve really come to admire the British Empire and what it achieved over the course of centuries. It was undoubtedly a force for good in the world, and the men they sent out to colonize the planet were some of the most noble, brave, and manly to ever live. That’s why it pains me to see this once mighty nation brought to its knees by the barbarian hordes — an army of invaders who didn’t, and couldn’t, defeat them on the battlefield, but were rather let in the front door and given free rein to rape British daughters and slaughter British sons in the street. Very sad to see. What a tragic conclusion. And so totally preventable.

I got to spend the afternoon yesterday with a friend who helped me alter a bridesmaid dress I'm wearing in a few weeks. As we worked, her four kids started bringing down all their LEGO sets, one by one, to impress me. We probably talked LEGOS for an hr and I have an increased respect for all parties involved, particularly mom keeping the train organized haha Thankful to have friends who will share their normal lives with me! The ordinary is beautiful 😍

@Brian_Sauve I wouldn't be mad about The Last Goodbye

It’s never an idol to want the things God said it is good for you to have.

I have been thinking about this a lot. In my early 20s, I completed the degree and got the license, but what's interesting is that the skills I value most are the ones I learned *at home* in my teens. Think hospitality, piano, gardening, meal planning, teaching, etc. To go back and do it again, I would stay home till marriage and keep cultivating those things! You can be an incredible force multiplier for your family and church by doing that. Also, I agree with Doug Wilson in that singleness is an affliction, not a "gift" 😅 Viewing it through that lens actually helps to navigate it well! For one, it's more honest. And it arms you with the right tools (i.e., Ja 1:2-4) so you can abound in fruitfulness as you seek a spouse.

Ligonier Ministries @Ligonier

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Singleness can be a gift that the Lord uses for your good and His glory. Watch as Rebecca VanDoodewaard encourages single women to be fruitful with the time God has given them.

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Day 1 of our church ladies' summer Bible reading schedule! In the past I've found that summer is less productive for me on the Bible study front so I'm really excited about this. Most of them are married with multiple kids. If they can do it I can!

@jerrydorris Yes praise God!