“The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O Lord, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.”
Psalms 138:8

✨It’s Monday!! ✨🙌🏻 Started the day out in the Word and was completely renewed by His Truth and the promises found within!! It prepared me for the busy day! If you don’t already, I can’t encourage you enough to make a goal of starting your day off in His Living Word. Before you set eyes on your phone notifications or jump into the day’s work or even before your feet even touch the ground(if possible-I know many mom’s have their feet touching the ground all night and morning to care for their precious little ones), nourish your soul and renew it in the Word of God! I love how Jeremiah 15:16 puts it, “Thy Words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O Lord God of hosts.” 💗

An extremely simple and practical tip I’ve found helps me prioritize my Bible reading is using an actual physical Bible when doing my morning and evening reading. the Bible apps are great tools and come in handy but believe me… the detraction of notifications is real(can I hear a few amens?!😉) I will keep my main bible on my nightstand next to my bed so it’s ready to greet me when I wake up. Ok, back to work here!

QUESTION: I would love to hear what books of the Bible you are enjoying today and leave some helpful tips on getting His Word in first thing in the morning!! Drop a comment in the comment section below!👇🏻👇🏻

“But he answered and said, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.” Matthew 4:4

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“He hath delivered my soul in peace from the battle that was against me: for there were many with me.”
Psalm 55:18

✨“Wherein God, willing more abundantly to shew unto the heirs of promise the immutability of his counsel, confirmed it by an oath: That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, who have fled for refuge to lay hold upon the hope set before us: Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast, and which entereth into that within the veil; Whither the forerunner is for us entered, even Jesus, made an high priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭6:17-20‬ ‭

“Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭12:1-2‬ ‭

🙊 Obviously any New Year’s Resolution to cut back on my chocolate consumption will have to wait until my chocolate stash is depleted. 😜 Finishing out my Friday on a sweet note! ☕️🍫 Cup of hot tea, bar of chocolate, and the perfect reminder that His grace is sufficient for ME(and you too!!)❤️ “And He said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for My strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:9-10✨Amen! 🙌🏻 That is a promise I am holding on to as I bodly walk into 2020 in His perfect Strength! Back to answering emails, editing photos, and getting ready to put dinner in the oven! 😉 Happy Friday from me and all the ladies here at GarlandsOfGrace.com!

“As for God, his way is perfect: the word of the Lord is tried: He is a buckler to all those that trust in him.”
Psalm 18:30

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“Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”
Hebrews 4:16

2019 is quickly coming to an end and we’re excitedly awaiting the ringing in of a brand new year!🎉 As we look back over this past year here at GarlandsOfGace.com, we can’t help but stand in awe over God’s continual mercy and faithfulness which has been poured out into every moment of every day. ✨❤️ Through ever challenge faced in 2019 the Lord proved over and again that He is our Rock, our Salvation, our Fortress, and our Strong Defense. There is victory in HIM! We thank the Lord for His matchless grace and strength and we thank Him for each of YOU! Your support and outpouring of love has blessed us beyond words. So thankful to have you a part of our 2019 and look forward to sharing 2020 with you all as we continue to press forward in the strength of the Lord! May He richly bless you this new year as you seek and serve Him. He is faithFUL! Much Love, The GarlandsOfGrace.com Sisters 💫

“This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope.  It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.  They are new every morning: great is THY faithfulness.”
Lamentations 3:21-23

💫 Each Christmas there’s a word that jumps out to me and becomes my “theme word” for the season. Does anyone else have this happen to them or am I alone? 🙈❤️ This year that word was PEACE! This is a season we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the long awaited Messiah! He is Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of PEACE[Isaiah 9:6]. God manifest in the flesh[1 Timothy 3:16, John 1:1-4, John 1:14], The One who has saved His people from their sins[Matt 1:21]! In Christ, we are promised a PERFECT PEACE[Isaiah 26:3, John 14:27, Romans 15:13]. ✨My favorite verses this season have been from Luke 1:78-79 where it says, “Through the tender mercy of our God; whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us, to give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of PEACE.” Through the tender mercy of our God we can have peace… that is amazing and so humbling! Jesus Christ(Lord and Savior of the universe) is our Peace, He is the Prince of Peace, and the giver of perfect Peace. It is my prayer that you have found perfect peace that comes through the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ our Lord! “Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:12

”That at that time ye were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world:But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ. For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us; Having abolished in his flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; for to make in himself of twain one new man, so making peace; And that he might reconcile both unto God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity thereby: And came and preached peace to you which were afar off, and to them that were nigh. For through him we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father” Ephesians 2:12-18

✨“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. The same was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. In Him was life; and the life was the light of men.…. And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” John 1:1-4,14

“Come unto me, all ye that labour 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.” Matt 11:28-29

Wishing you a very merry and blessed Christmas from all of us here at GarlandsOfGrace.com! ✨❤️ May your hearts be filled to overflowing with JOY and gladness as you celebrate the great gift of Salvation found in Christ Jesus! For He is our Peace. ✨

“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end…”
Isaiah 9:6-7

“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”
Luke 2:11

Anyone doing Christmas baking today?? 😍🍪 Tons of it happening at our house! We love getting in the kitchen and baking up a storm. Boxes filled with homemade goodies is my favorite gift to give! 💝 One of our favorite Christmas cookie is a simple Greek Butter recipe we’ve been making for years. I will top mine with a thin layer of white icing and festive sprinkles to give it a colorful touch. Absolutely delightful! I’ll share the recipe below! ✨❄️

Yields approximately 2 dozen cookies

Traditional Greek Butter Cookies:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

Buttercream Icing:

• 1 stick butter (softened!)
• 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 teaspoon almond
• 4-5 cups powder sugar

Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, sugar and egg until smooth. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts. Blend in the flour to form a dough.
2. Place on parchment form into long thin tube(about 2 inches in diameter). Refrigerate for 3 hours!
3. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line cookie sheet with parchment!
4. Remove dough from freezer and slice into 1/2 inch disks. Place on cookie sheet about 1/2 inch apart and bake for 10 minutes or until slightly golden! Allow to cool completely!
5. Meanwhile prepare the frosting! Beat butter and cream cheese in electric mixer until blended. Add almond, vanilla, and powder sugar and beat on medium speed until fluffy(about 3 minutes!)
6. Ice cookies and don’t forget to add the sprinkles! 😉
7. Box up to gift + Enjoy a few of your own!

“But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon Him; and with His stripes we are healed.”
Isaiah 53:5

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“And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name Jesus: for He shall save His people from their sins.”
Matthew 1:21

Holly Jolly Hot Cocoa Mix! It’s one of my favorite Christmas treats to gift and so fun to make.  :) Who doesn’t love hot cocoa?!! I added washi tape around the rim and baker’s twine was used to tie the instructions on! A fun and festive homemade gift idea. :)

Ingredients:

• 2 cups raw sugar
• 1 cup  cocoa powder(Add more if you prefer a darker chocolate cocoa!)
• 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips(optional)
• 1 mason jar

Directions:

1. Combine raw sugar, cocoa powder, mini chips, salt, and cinnamon!
2. Pour into mason jar!
3. Top with white chips and tightly skew on lid!
4. Decorate and gift!! :)

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“In the time of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people. It will crush all those kingdoms and bring them to an end, but it will itself endure forever.”
Daniel 2:44