“Believe in Blessings” Mini Course Day One

My two favorite things to write about are professional home organizing and most importantly my faith. I am eagerly writing a mini course for each topic. I will be posting both courses on my well-established blog. I am happy to begin with my “Believe in Blessings” mini course first. Then, I am planning to be presenting my “Organize Your House” mini course. Hopefully, many busy moms may enjoy both mini courses. 

Author of “Believe in Blessings” Mini Course:

Deborah is a licensed registered nurse. She has several college credits in psychology, sociology, anatomy, physiology, chemistry, microbiology and additional health care administration courses. 

Deb’s work experiences include years of hospital patient care as an RN in the medical-surgical area. She also worked as an RN at a large university teaching hospital college of medicine. 

She developed and taught online medical-related courses for a junior college and continues to have a great passion for writing and her faith in God. The scripture quotations are from the Open English Bible.

DAY ONE

My mini course “Believe in Blessings” includes many helpful tips for busy homemakers interested in learning to live according to God’s teachings. The mini course mentions my own personal thoughts and insights that came to mind while reading through my Bible. 

I have been faithfully trying to study the Bible every day for quite a long while. I read a passage of scripture and then think about how I can apply the knowledge to my everyday life as a mom and a homemaker. My goal is to continually gain knowledge about living a Christian lifestyle that is pleasing to God. 

It might be best to start with developing a consistent every day routine to personally communicate to God with the method of your choice. I want to feel like I am developing an ongoing friendship with God. 

For myself, I always look for the very best resource tools when it comes to learning something new.  My own favorite faith tools include the written bible, devotionals, bible apps, bible videos, reading plans, bible studies and online worship services.

Routinely, I enjoy reading and studying written scripture to learn all about God when I have extra time in the evenings. Some people prefer the morning hours to read scripture and pray. It all depends on your own daily schedule, but it is important to be consistent with your faith studies and praying. 

I know some busy moms set their alarm clocks one hour earlier before their whole family wakes up so they have some quiet time to reflect on what is important to them, such as reading and journaling. I think this type of daily routine can be a healthy inspiration. I use a written daily/weekly planner to write all my important to-do lists. I schedule my time to study my Bible every single day. 

I will add some of my favorite Bible verses for you to reflect on today. 

“Great are the things that the Lord has done, worthy of study by those who love them.” Psalm 111:2 

“Forever, O Lord, is your word fixed firmly in the heavens.” Psalm 119:89 

“Whatever was written in the scriptures in days gone by was written for our instruction, so that, through patient endurance, and through the encouragement drawn from the scriptures, we might hold fast to our hope.” Romans 15:4 

“All scripture is God-breathed: helpful for teaching, for refuting error, for giving guidance, and for training others in righteousness; so that God’s people may be capable and equipped for good work of every kind.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17 

“And therefore we, from the very day that we heard this, have never ceased praying for you, or asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of the will of God, which comes through all true spiritual wisdom and insight.” Colossians 1:9 

“After dismissing the crowds, he went up the hill by himself to pray; and, when evening fell, he was there alone.” Matthew 14:23 

“The Lord is near to all who call him, to all who call upon him in truth.” Psalm 145:18 

“Therefore, my dear friends, stand firm, unshaken, always diligent in the Lord’s work, for you know that, in union with him, your toil is not in vain.” 1 Corinthians 15:58 

“The earth, Lord, is full of your kindness; teach me your Statutes.” Psalm 119:64 

Goals and Habits for Keeping an Organized House

Is your main goal to have a clean house? It may be. With hectic lives, busy work schedules, and kids, many Americans find themselves living somewhat in a mess. Although most homes are “clean,” others may be cluttered. Is yours one of them? If so, don’t only make the resolution to clean your house, but turn it into a reality. For tips on how to do so, please continue reading on.

So, have you made your resolution to keep a clean house? If so, one of the first things you want to do is write it down. Verbal resolutions are often pushed to the back of the mind and forgotten about. Don’t let this happen. Write down your goals and place them in a prominent location, such on your desk. That written note can serve as your motivation. Each time you see it, you will be reminded of your goal.

After writing down your goals/plans to have a clean house, you need to share it with others. This is important as you may not want be solely responsible for a clean house. Do you have a spouse, a live-in partner, or children? They can possibly help too, if appropriate. Talk to your children about keeping their toys picked up, your husband about putting dirty clothes in the hamper, or your spouse about keeping the dishwasher or laundry loads. When all home occupants are onboard, it will be easier for you to achieve your goal of having a clean house.

After deciding on this resolution and sharing it with your family, you may be ready to get started with cleaning. But, wait! You should first do a few things. For starters, it is important to know that a clean house is nice, but it will not last. Old habits are hard to break. That is why it is important to discuss your plans with your family. Do your children leave their toys lying around? Encourage them to put them away afterwards, and so forth. You too, need to make important changes. What are your weakness? Do you let dishes pile up in the sink? Do you toss dirty clothes on the floor? Make the change.

As previously stated, many Americas actually have clean houses. For some, an unclean house is more than dirt and grime. Too much clutter can translate into an unclean and possibly unsafe home. To reduce clutter and make it easier to keep a clean and organized home, examine tools available for sale. For example, there are a number of closet organizers for sale. There are storage shelves designed for sheds and garages, and so forth. Whether you need to organize under your kitchen sink, a playroom, or the bathroom, you should be able to find a tool to help you get started.

So, why should you buy organizational tools? Because they make it easier to break old habits. If you or someone in your family is known for kicking off shoes wherever, buy a shoe organizer. There are small shelves available for sale, as well as hanging shoe organizers with pouches. If you are concerned with costs, look for items that are on sale or wait and save money. Most individuals mistakenly believe they need to meet their resolution as soon as possible. Can’t afford to buy a closet organizer until next month? So what? At least you are taking steps to have a clean and organized home.

Although most disorganized homes are due to clutter, and a good cleaning routine is always helpful. In fact, you should do both, declutter and clean. When organizing a hallway closet, take all items out. Dust the closet and then quickly vacuum the floor. Before putting items back inside of the closet, look at their usage. Donate, sell, or appropriately anything your family no longer needs. When you combine cleanliness with organization, you are not only going to make your long-term goals a reality, but a lifelong habit.