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Simple Homemaking for Christian Women - Faith, Homemaker, Hygge, SAHM, Clutter

Simple Homemaking for Christian Women - Faith, Homemaker, Hygge, SAHM, Clutter

Written by: Cindy Jones Chatham - BA Home Economics Married 40+ years Mother of 8 Veteran Homeschooler 30 years
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Create easy life-giving rhythms for your home!

*Do you wish you could finally implement the things you know you "should" do but can't seem to keep doing in order to peacefully manage your home?

*Are you unmotivated, frustrated, and disappointed in yourself because you feel you continually fall short, repeatedly fail, and are "never enough"?

*Do you just crave some breathing room from the physical and mental clutter in your life?

Hi, I'm Cindy--married over forty years, mom to eight, and veteran homeschooler for thirty years. Most importantly, I'm a daughter of the Most High. Still, running our home during those years of child-raising was a challenge, and I didn't always do it well.

I read the books, went to the seminars, listened to the programs, but nothing seemed to work for me and our particular family. I did the systems, worked the 3x5 cards, and filled out the planners. But sometimes I would miss a day (or a week), and the house would descend into chaos, the self-condemnation would roll in, and the tears would flow. Afraid I would ruin everything and everyone by my poor habits and therefore fail in my God-given responsibilities to honor my husband and raise children who loved the Lord, I would shout to myself, "I've GOT to get a handle on this!"

Finally, I saw that the pressure of the world--even the Christian culture--was stronger than I had realized, and that I simply was not created to be like anyone else. Although tips and hints helped in managing our home, what eventually worked long-term was discovering that God made me to be ME--unique in demeanor, thinking, and capability--and that I was most at peace when I consciously incorporated that uniqueness into my everyday life with my one-of-a-kind family.

I found that I could simply many household tasks, respect my husband, and nurture our children all while living in personal peace and quietness. Today, my life runs on rhythms of grace and thanksgiving--absent of pressure, comparison, and condemnation. Anxiety and fear are banished, and I am free to abide in His daily care for me. What a life!

If you are ready to create order in your home with simple strategies, grow spiritually to hear God's voice in the everyday, and discover personal peace through His abounding grace, then come on in. You are welcome here.

So, put the kettle on and brew your favorite tea; let's visit awhile.

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  • 14 // Dreaming of Some Cozy Hygge? How Decluttering and Minimizing Aren't Helping You and What to Do Instead

    14 // Dreaming of Some Cozy Hygge? How Decluttering and Minimizing Aren't Helping You and What to Do Instead
    Oct 15 2026

    Are you tired of the topic of decluttering? Of the whole of society, it seems, pressing into you the idea of getting rid of things?

    Are you weary of even the suggestion of becoming a minimalist, even though you are aware you have far too many things?

    And are you really wanting a simple, cozy home that you can enjoy all by yourself and, occasionally, with others?

    If so, this this episode is for you, my friend. Come inland let's dream of some cozy hygge.

    In this episode, I share:

    • a written description of hygge
    • 1 real-life example of hygge
    • 2 things hygge is not
    • 3 areas where you can find hygge
    • how to cultivate hygge in your own life
    • one phrase that sums up how to creat hygge personally

    RESOURCES

    Victoria magazine: victoriamag.com

    At Home in Mitford by Jan Karon. (This is the first book in the series.)

    Scripture:

    Proverbs 3: 5-6

    5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

    6 In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

    Psalm 118:29

    O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

    CONNECT

    If you enjoyed this episode, I invite you to share it with someone else who would benefit from "Simple Homemaking for Christian Women". And if you leave a review on Apple Podcasts, I will know better how to serve you.
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    19 mins
  • 13 // Trouble Finding Important Documents? The Number 1 Way for the Homemaker to Keep Them In Order and Easily Accessible

    13 // Trouble Finding Important Documents? The Number 1 Way for the Homemaker to Keep Them In Order and Easily Accessible
    Oct 12 2026

    Have you ever needed an important document--say a birth certificate or a social security card--and not been able to put your hands on it immediately?

    Have you ever forgotten to return an important document to its file folder and then not known where it was?

    And, have you ever blamed yourself royally for misplacing yet another important piece of paper?

    If you have, my friend, then this episode is for you!

    Today I'm sharing with you the #1 way for the homemaker to keep important documents in order and easily accessible.

    You'll hear about:

    • The Notebook System
    • 3 reasons why The Notebook System works
    • a Ready! Set! Go! approach of putting important documents in order
    • places to keep the Black Notebook accessible
    • 6 directions to use the Black Notebook

    SUPPLIES FOR THE NOTEBOOK SYSTEM

    • 1. One 1 1/2" or 2" three-ring binder/notebook, depending on the size of your family, preferably black
    • 2. 1 box of plastic sleeves
    • 3. 1 or 2 sets of notebook dividers, depending on the size of your family
    • 4. A few blank pieces of copy paper
    • 5. Blue or black pen
    • 6. Black permanent marker
    • 7. White Label, or white paper and tape
    • 8. Important documents

    CONNECT

    If you have found value in this episode, I invite you to share it with someone else who may benefit from "Simple Homemaking for Christian Women". And, if you leave me a review in Apple Podcasts, I'll know how to serve you better.

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    17 mins
  • 12 // 5 Truths About the Proverbs 31 Woman and Why Trying Harder Doesn't Equal Greater Faith

    12 // 5 Truths About the Proverbs 31 Woman and Why Trying Harder Doesn't Equal Greater Faith
    Oct 8 2026
    Have you ever thought that you were a far cry from the famous Proverbs 31 Woman? Have you ever read that famous chapter and told yourself you weren't going to eat the bread of idleness and you were going to consider a field and buy it--and then were disappointed in yourself because you didn't follow through? Have you seriously considered how the Proverbs 31 Woman did all those things in managing her home when you can barely get through the day doing laundry and running after children? Haven't. We. All. :) Today, I'm sharing with you 5 Truths About the Proverbs 31 Woman and Why Trying Harder Doesn't Equal Greater Faith. In this episode, you'll hear: the actual scripture of Proverbs 31 read aloudthe backstory of the words describing the virtuous womana new take on the behavior of this famous woman 5 Truths About the Proverbs 31 Woman Truth #1: The Proverbs 31 Woman founded her life on the fear of the LORD.Truth #2: The Proverbs 31 Woman was wise and kind.Truth #3: The Proverbs 31 Woman was clothed with strength and honor.Truth #4: The Proverbs 31 Woman was not afraid.Truth #5: The Proverbs 31 Woman worked willingly with her hands. 5 Truths About the Proverbs 31 Woman Personalized for Us Truth #1: The foundation of my life is my reverence for the LORD.Truth #2: Because I have the Spirit in me through Jesus and I ask, I have wisdom and kindness.Truth #3: Because I have the Spirit in me through Jesus and I choose to be trustworthy, I am clothed with strength and honor.Truth #4: Because I have the Spirit in me through Jesus, and I have prepared, I am not afraid.Truth #5: Because I have the Spirit in me through Jesus, and I am thankful, I work willingly with my hands. REFERENCES Proverbs 31 1 The words of king Lemuel, the prophecy that his mother taught him. 2 What, my son? and what, the son of my womb? and what, the son of my vows? 3 Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings. 4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink: 5 Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted. 6 Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts. 7 Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more. 8 Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. 9 Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy. 10 Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. 11 The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. 12 She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. 13 She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands. 14 She is like the merchants' ships; she bringeth her food from afar. 15 She riseth also while it is yet night, and giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens. 16 She considereth a field, and buyeth it: with the fruit of her hands she planteth a vineyard. 17 She girdeth her loins with strength, and strengtheneth her arms. 18 She perceiveth that her merchandise is good; her candle goeth not out by night. 19 She layeth her hands to the spindle, and her hands hold the distaff. 20 She stretcheth out her hand to the poor; yea, she reacheth forth her hands to the needy. 21 She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet. 22 She maketh herself coverings of tapestry; her clothing is silk and purple. 23 Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders of the land. 24 She maketh fine linen, and selleth it; and delivereth girdles unto the merchant. 25 Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. 26 She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness. 27 She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness. 28 Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her. 29 Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. 30 Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised. 31 Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates. I Corinthians 1:24. But unto them which are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God, and the wisdom of God. James 1:5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not: and it shall be given him. Galatians 5:22-23 22But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance, against such there is no law. Colossians 3:12 Put on then, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. Matthew 6:26 Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your ...
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    22 mins
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