Because I want to be a real girl
Revelation 4:1 tells us “There is a door standing open in heaven.” I want to spend the last few moments communicating as openly as I can about that wonderful door. No filters. No pretense. Here’s the unvarnished truth. I wish I could tell you that every morning when I set out to pray, the heavens part and communion with the One my soul loves is immediate. But
The Mysterious Attentiveness of God
I was at the Dallas airport, riding the Skylink headed to another terminal, when I took a phone call from my sister. I didn’t have her on speaker, and I was trying to keep my voice down, because no one enjoys loud one-sided conversations, but I sensed I was bothering the older woman seated directly across from me. I thought I knew why. The nature
Bumping into God
This morning, early this morning, cause Louisiana August and all, I was watering flowers and encouraging the little guys in their struggle. If you can make it “this far” and still be alive, and even growing, you got this. One thing led to another and I began washing down the front porch. As I sprayed, I was praying for this that and the other. (If you’ve
A Christmas Classic, Candied Carrots, and a Visit with author Michelle Ule
Welcome, y’all. Shellie here, in this week’s episode of All Things Southern, I’ll be visiting with Michelle Ule. Michelle is a bestselling author of historical novellas, an essayist, blogger and the biographer of Mrs. Oswald Chambers: The Woman Behind the World's Bestselling Devotional, but today she’ll join us to talk about her newest release, A Poppy in Remembrance. We’ll also swing through the kitchen and I’ll close
SRC News, Visiting with Shontell Brewer, and Head Help
Hey folks! This is the transcript of this week's podcast. The audio file is here and it's found again at the bottom of this page. Of course, you can also subscribe for FREE at iTunes. I hope you enjoy! Welcome, y’all. Shellie here, in this week’s episode I’ll be chatting with Shontell Brewer about how moms can embrace the Mission Field that is right under their
Slammer Threats, Wendy Pope, and Ministry Matters
Welcome, y’all. This is Shellie and I’ll be chatting with Wendy Pope in this week’s episode. Wendy is a speaker with Proverbs 31 Ministries and a contributor to their P31 online devotional that reaches over one million readers a day. Wendy will be here to talk to us about her new book, Yes, No, and Maybe. The subtitle, y’all—Living with the God of Immeasurably More. Longtime readers
The Belle’s Brown Honey Breakfast Bars
Welcome back to the kitchen, y’all! Here’s a great recipe for those back to school kids. I call ‘em The Belle’s Brown Honey Breakfast Bars, but the beloved farmer eats them for snacks, treats, dessert
Jessica Honegger Visits ATS
Welcome back to All Things Southern y’all. School bells are ringing in these parts. I imagine they are in your corner of the world, too. Which means, of course, that the lazy days of summer have come and gone. Not that there were that many of them, but it’s all good. There’s always something to celebrate. Like Fall’s Spice Tea—I’m sipping on a cup now,
Adult Wrapping, Friendship Tips, and a Faithful God
Hey y’all! A new podcast is up! You can find the link to listen at the bottom of this blog post. And/or you can subscribe for free on iTunes. For those of you who prefer reading your ATS news instead of listening, I've transcribed a bit of the show for you below and shared a few pictures ripped straight from the headlines. I hope you'll enjoy
Rattlesnake Revenge, Cheese Grits, and the Love of Littles
Hey y'all! There's a little bit of everything in this podcast episode. Some SRC (Straight Running Crazy) news, my fantabulous Garlic Cheese Grits Recipe served at Eli's baby shower, and some thoughts on loving our littles well. Also, best-selling author Dani Pettrey drops in to talk about her latest release, Dead Drift. Showering Baby Eli! Food, glorious food The Cheese Grits had to make an encore