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Momisms – Abide in the Vine
Holidays, Playtime & Rest

An early morning wakeup, former procrastinators, brought some happy thoughts. Things my mother used to say – often. They may have been instructions for us kids or just her observations and commentary. I think of them often and miss her. Some momisms we heard frequently: “Why are you saving that? You own it. Use it.” …

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Musical Mismatch – Abide in the Vine
Holidays

It felt like a brain warp, former procrastinators. Recently our granddaughter was singing. “Fa-la-la-la-la-laa -la-la-la-la-laa – la-la-la-la-la-la-la Fa- la-la-la-laa-laa” The tune was clear as a bell and right on the money. But I couldn’t place it. I was thrown off by the “fa-la’s.” They were from “Deck the Halls.” She was singing “Deck the Halls”…

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Rejoice! He Is Risen! – Abide in the Vine
Holidays

Rejoice, former procrastinators! Jesus is risen! Because He has overcome death, we have hope! When we trust Him to forgive our sins and cleanse us, He gives us His own righteousness. We are saved! He is our eternal King! “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ,…

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The Word with Us – See. Perceive. Act.
Holidays

Merry Christmas, former procrastinators! It’s wonderful how the Lord God grips our hearts again and again with the realization of truth. Old things become newly precious to us. Today I’d like to share some thoughts from a Christmas message. Our pastor Patrick, helped bring home the reality of our Lord in this world for our…

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Holiday Hints and Tips – See. Perceive. Act.
Holidays

We’re deep into December now, former procrastinators. Everybody’s running on all cylinders. Here are some ideas to help smooth out work and maximize effort – all to give you more time for fun and sweet memories. If you can, enlist the help of family and friends – another way to make memories! We’re celebrating the…

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Give Thanks – See. Perceive. Act.
Holidays

Come, ye thankful former procrastinators! Let’s gather to praise God for His steadfast goodness to us no matter what takes place in this earthly life. He is our Rock and Fortress and Deliverer. This year I’m especially grateful for What are you thankful for this year?

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Holiday Early Bird – See. Perceive. Act.
Holidays

In mid-October, former procrastinators, our daughter received three packages – Christmas gifts she had already ordered. Oh, wow. I’m inspired! I imagine some of you shop all year for Christmas; others have at least crossed off several items on your shopping list. Not me. I can’t stand last minute panic shopping, but I definitely need…

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BETH STERNE

Welcome! It’s great to have you here. I’m a follower of Christ and a learner of new ways. By His grace, I am gaining victory over procrastination. This is where I share struggles I face and lessons I’m learning. Join me and other sisters as we put off procrastination and put on peace.

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“I realized [procrastination] … hindered my relationship with Him.”
— Mary R.
“I have loved ‘Learn to discern what should come first.'”
— Josie O.
“Getting things done isn’t as important as what gets done.”
— Megan P.
“Biblical truth … with a lot of fun and laughter.”
— Cindy C.
“I never saw myself as a procrastinator until her talk – I just thought of myself as productively busy! She helped me to gain new focus on what my priorities really are.”
— Christine B.
“Beth’s procrastination talk led me to understand procrastination as a heart issue in need of God’s restoration not just a change of my ways. Beth’s personal experiences helped me discover practical ways to attack my own procrastination. As a result I have become a more loving wife, mother and friend who is able to use the gifts God has given me more fully. I highly endorse this talk and would love to hear it again and again.”
— Julia F.
“Beth’s presentation on procrastination was truly eye-opening. I knew I had a problem with procrastination, but never thought twice about how it impacted my relationships and showed God that I wasn’t onboard with His plan. I began to see each instance took away from being fruitful; I was living for myself! After this revelation, I have been working on procrastinating less. I can see places opening up in my life for more peaceful moments, more time with and for friends and family, and more time for God’s plan to unfold. It’s amazing to know there’s more to life for me than a life full of “should haves” as a result of procrastination.”
— Carole S.
“After Beth came and shared about procrastination, many realized that it is possible through the Lord’s power to stop putting off what God has called us to do. One mother finally started a blog and another posted a ladies; tea for her church months in advance so that …she would not put off having it. Although I thought I was not someone who procrastinates, I realized I had some relationships that I needed to work on. Procrastination, I learned, is not just about getting things turned in on time, it’s about listening to God and doing what He says to do when He tells you to and obeying God’s Word.”
— Rebecca F.