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Around the Supper Table

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We gather around our supper table daily to share with family. Not only do we enjoy the hugs and laughter, but it gives us an opportunity to share our journey so that we can strengthen and encourage one another.

We have created this blog in hopes that our struggles, and sometimes revelations, can help you. We know that life can be difficult, but it is only through Him that we “live, and move, and have our being . . .” (Acts 17:28).  He hasn’t taken our struggle from us, but He has given us purpose in our struggles that we may help each other.

In Matthew 11:28-30 it reminds us to, “Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”

If you want to understand our thoughts behind a blog, get to know the author more, or you’d just rather listen to us, join us on YouTube where we read our blogs, then discuss them with another member of the family, usually Pa.  Trials and Triumphs is also on YouTube.

We also share daily Bible verses on YouTube that are available through phone calls if you contact us.  These daily verses, and the original commentary, are shared by every member of our farm family from the youngest child to the eldest leader.  We pray that the thought and prayers that go into preparing these verses and blogs touch you with God’s truth and love, and we appreciate feedback and prayer requests.

Old-Fashioned Chocolate Frosting

25 Aug, 2021
Print When looking through recipes the other day, Nana decided to try this one, because the word "old-fashioned" caught her eye.  It's not your typical buttercream frosting, but it is sure to become a new favorite for your family. When tasting..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #61 – From Your Heart to Your Feet

18 Aug, 2021
I am going to start today's blog with Mathew 7:17-19 and then modernize it a little.  “Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. A good tree cannot bring forth evil..... Read More

Smothered Steak

18 Aug, 2021
Print For this recipe, we wanted to pass on a funny story.  Everyone knows that chicken fried steak is one of Uncle Lee’s favorite foods, and one time Nana was making this recipe for the family.  He walked by and..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #60 – Because God Said So

11 Aug, 2021

Welcome back to Strength from Grace a podcast for the young warrior. I’m Michaela Riggins, and as always I’d like to say thank you to Sanctuary Family Farms for supporting me.  Again, you can find a link to all of…..

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Steamed Okra

Steamed Okra
11 Aug, 2021
Print Do you hate slimy boiled okra?  You put it your mouth, and you feel like it will slide right down your throat.  Well, Nana is revealing her tried and true secret method to preparing steamed okra with no slime. ..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #59 – Stop Feeling Sorry for Yourself

4 Aug, 2021

Narcissism – selfishness, involving a sense of entitlement, a lack of empathy, and a need for admiration, as characterizing a personality type. In Revelation 12:9 the Bible refers to Satan as the deceiver of the whole world. Ah, yes deception…..

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Bran Muffins

4 Aug, 2021
Print Bran . . . sounds like an elderly person’s food, right?  No, the grandkids love them, and they are great for breakfast.  You can even serve them for dessert or as the bread at a meal.  Nana has also..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #58 – Strength from Grace Pilot

29 Jul, 2021

On this week’s blog, we are featuring one of our own as she ventures out to begin a podcast in order to strengthen other young Christians on their journey called life. If you would prefer the audio version, visit her…..

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Creamed Yellow Squash

28 Jul, 2021
Print If you are from the south, and have ever had a backyard garden, there is a high likelihood that you’ve had creamed yellow squash.  This is such a quintessential southern comfort food.  Nana had this often as a child..... Read More

Around the Supper Table #57 – Cast Your Cares on Him

21 Jul, 2021

I have spent many hours trying to understand why people avoid or deny bad things that are happening.  I know they are intelligent and very capable people.  It is not a matter of ignorance.  It is pure denial, fear, and…..

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