Bless you and thank you for your heart and work, @ Bless you and thank you for your heart and work, @morganharpernichols.
“I told you about my life, and you answered me; “I told you about my life, and you answered me; teach me your statutes. Help me understand the meaning of your precepts so that I can meditate on your wonders. I am weary from grief; strengthen me through your word. Keep me from the way of deceit and graciously give me your instruction. I have chosen the way of truth; I have set your ordinances before me. I cling to your decrees; Lord, do not put me to shame. I pursue the way of your commands, for you broaden my understanding.” Psalms‬ ‭119:26-32 CSB‬‬
18 months old and she’s joined the ‘lover of t 18 months old and she’s joined the ‘lover of the slide’ club
“We must reflect that, when we reach the end of “We must reflect that, when we reach the end of our days, our life experience will equal what we have paid attention to, whether by choice or default. We are at risk, without quite fully realizing it, of living lives that are less our own than we imagine.” William James

With the help of God, may we strive to become abiding and attentive people instead of distracted and defeated people.
The entire thing is He loved me first. And even wh The entire thing is He loved me first. And even when our surroundings are burning or when all we see is rubble, there is an unseen Kingdom to serve, a Family to be part of, and a powerful Love to give and receive. 

Every week it seems I’m inspired by a comment a friend and pastor made years ago — “Don’t be afraid to talk to someone about the truth of Jesus. Think of it as joining a conversation God might already be having with that person.” 

May we be conduits of that strong, courageous, welcoming, comforting, healing, transforming, sustaining, peacemaking, eternal Love. Or as Bernice King said, “Love puts in work.”
Call it ‘a Sunday stroll in Appling.’ Call it ‘a Sunday stroll in Appling.’
“God is always coming to you in the sacrament of “God is always coming to you in the sacrament of the Present Moment. Meet and receive Him there with gratitude.” Evelyn Underhill 

Such brokenness we see, such pain, such fear. Attend to Jesus — Lord, Savior, King — with all your honest thoughts and feelings, and let His power and love change you. Let Him form and re-form you into a help for the hurting, a bright spot for those in the dark, a presence for others to rest in. A ‘little Christ’ on the earth.

 ^ what I’m rehearsing to myself
Living life with the Holy Spirit — “you fulfil Living life with the Holy Spirit — “you fulfill the will of God through the inner influence of His Spirit instead of the outer influence of the law of God” (David Guzik).

This took me probably 15 years of following Jesus to grasp. It felt too easy, my willpower was my measuring stick, and the freedom was terrifying. 

But alas, God’s way is the best way, and there is no substitute for the Holy Spirit. I can’t muster spiritual fruit, but His goal, thankfully and marvelously, is vineyards and vineyards.

May we surrender this work to Him.
“The deeper our faith, the more doubt we must en “The deeper our faith, the more doubt we must endure; the deeper our hope, the more prone we are to despair; the deeper our love, the more pain its loss will bring: these are a few of the paradoxes we must hold as human beings. If we refuse to hold them in the hopes of living without doubt, despair, and pain, we also find ourselves living without faith, hope, and love.” Parker J. Palmer
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lifestyle · 12/22/2015

If We Were On A Coffee Date…

If We Were On A Coffee Date... | heartnatured

I would order an iced coffee, because it’s the only way I take coffee. I mentioned this the other day, but a friend told me about SO Delicious Mint Chocolate Coconut Milk. My friends, one can drink it straight, but it is quite wonderful with coffee. I’m a little bummed it’s only a seasonal item, but I may or may not have bought two cartons this morning at Whole Foods. Sorry not sorry.

I would tell you about our New Year’s weekend trip to Colorado. We’ll hang out with family, ski, and laugh a lot. I’ve never been out West, so I’m psyched. I might also already have a list of items I want to pack.

I would ask you about your favorite Christmas tradition. Every December I reflect on my favorite family traditions, and so many sweet and funny memories come to mind. As my sister and I were growing up, we’d wake up, meet at the top of the stairs, and sit antsy as we waited for Mom to free us. I think about having a fancy dinner with name cards and china at my grandmother’s house Christmas night, wearing a new shirt I received that morning, and playing games with cousins.

I would confess that I only recently started watching Downton Abbey, and it didn’t take long to realize what all the hype was about. It’s quite great. I hear another season just premiered?

I would ask you what your favorite book is at the moment, because I’m looking for a new one. I’m currently reading God Is In The Manger, a book about Advent, and Living the Proverbs.

I would ask you how you prioritize exercise during the holidays. And then I would vent about how discouraged I am that my neck isn’t feeling 100% yet (recovering pinched nerve). I haven’t exercised in almost 3 weeks, and I’m missing it. Maybe this week I can start a little easy yoga. I also might go to spin class tomorrow morning. Spin should be easy on the neck, right?

I would tell you how much I enjoyed 2015, and how much I’m looking forward to 2016. This year held a celebratory first-year anniversary trip to New York City with my man, my first organized 10k, real development and growth as a web designer, the healthiest and free and beautiful I’ve ever felt, this blog growing up a little bit, a couple of good friends getting married, more confidence in the kitchen, lots of love and lots of life.

I would ask if you have any 2016 resolutions in mind. I’ve been convicted and challenge with the desire of being a woman of wisdom. I want to learn more about wisdom as a characteristic of God’s. I want to be a path of peace, a tree of life, pleasant and safe by being a woman of wisdom (Proverbs 3). That’s a big one. Another one would be to facilitate more meals in my home, more hosting friends, strangers, groups, etc. I want my home to be a welcoming, safe, comfortable, encouraging place.

Since I can’t enjoy a coffee date with all of you, this will have to do. :)

Happy Christmas week, friends!

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Comments

  1. Lisa says

    12/22/2015 at 8:20 pm

    Downton Abbey is one of the shows I want to get into in 2016! Does that count as a resolution?! — Lisa | Two Martinis

  2. Chelsea B.E. says

    12/22/2015 at 8:26 pm

    Haha, Lisa, it does in my book! I find comfort knowing I’m not the ONLY late to the party. :)

  3. Annie says

    12/23/2015 at 3:01 pm

    I love this post! How fun you get to go to Colorado!

  4. Allie says

    12/23/2015 at 10:58 pm

    Oh my gosh I just have to say I MISS WHOLE FOODS. The closest thing we have here is a Natural Pantry, and I gotta admit: it’s pretty boring. Whole Foods was my JAM when I lived in the lower 48! Alaska needs to get ON BOARD!
    Also, I’m really excited for your trip to CO! I hope you post lots of photos!
    Also, also – have you thought about turning this into a link up? I would TOTALLY link up each week.

  5. Amanda Shuman says

    12/23/2015 at 11:19 pm

    This is such a unique, fun blog post! I really, really enjoyed reading it. I hope you wouldn’t mind if I did one of those post on my blog. I think it’s brilliant. You just picked up a regular reader. Merry Christmas!!! P.S. My husband is from Savannah, GA ;)

  6. Chelsea B.E. says

    12/24/2015 at 12:47 pm

    Allie, I hadn’t thought of making it into a link-up, I was inspired even by another blogger. But I had a lot of fun writing it! And I think it would be fun to see what others would say. Maybe I’ll start fleshing that out. :)

    So sad, no Whole Foods! I have only recently started tapping into its marvels.

  7. Chelsea B.E. says

    12/24/2015 at 12:48 pm

    Amanda, I certainly wouldn’t mind! It’s not originally my idea. :)
    Yay! That makes me smile big. Super cool that your man is from Savannah. It’s such a fun and unique city.

    Merry Christmas, friend!

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“I told you about my life, and you answered me; “I told you about my life, and you answered me; teach me your statutes. Help me understand the meaning of your precepts so that I can meditate on your wonders. I am weary from grief; strengthen me through your word. Keep me from the way of deceit and graciously give me your instruction. I have chosen the way of truth; I have set your ordinances before me. I cling to your decrees; Lord, do not put me to shame. I pursue the way of your commands, for you broaden my understanding.” Psalms‬ ‭119:26-32 CSB‬‬
18 months old and she’s joined the ‘lover of t 18 months old and she’s joined the ‘lover of the slide’ club
“We must reflect that, when we reach the end of “We must reflect that, when we reach the end of our days, our life experience will equal what we have paid attention to, whether by choice or default. We are at risk, without quite fully realizing it, of living lives that are less our own than we imagine.” William James

With the help of God, may we strive to become abiding and attentive people instead of distracted and defeated people.
The entire thing is He loved me first. And even wh The entire thing is He loved me first. And even when our surroundings are burning or when all we see is rubble, there is an unseen Kingdom to serve, a Family to be part of, and a powerful Love to give and receive. 

Every week it seems I’m inspired by a comment a friend and pastor made years ago — “Don’t be afraid to talk to someone about the truth of Jesus. Think of it as joining a conversation God might already be having with that person.” 

May we be conduits of that strong, courageous, welcoming, comforting, healing, transforming, sustaining, peacemaking, eternal Love. Or as Bernice King said, “Love puts in work.”
Call it ‘a Sunday stroll in Appling.’ Call it ‘a Sunday stroll in Appling.’
“God is always coming to you in the sacrament of “God is always coming to you in the sacrament of the Present Moment. Meet and receive Him there with gratitude.” Evelyn Underhill 

Such brokenness we see, such pain, such fear. Attend to Jesus — Lord, Savior, King — with all your honest thoughts and feelings, and let His power and love change you. Let Him form and re-form you into a help for the hurting, a bright spot for those in the dark, a presence for others to rest in. A ‘little Christ’ on the earth.

 ^ what I’m rehearsing to myself
Living life with the Holy Spirit — “you fulfil Living life with the Holy Spirit — “you fulfill the will of God through the inner influence of His Spirit instead of the outer influence of the law of God” (David Guzik).

This took me probably 15 years of following Jesus to grasp. It felt too easy, my willpower was my measuring stick, and the freedom was terrifying. 

But alas, God’s way is the best way, and there is no substitute for the Holy Spirit. I can’t muster spiritual fruit, but His goal, thankfully and marvelously, is vineyards and vineyards.

May we surrender this work to Him.
“The deeper our faith, the more doubt we must en “The deeper our faith, the more doubt we must endure; the deeper our hope, the more prone we are to despair; the deeper our love, the more pain its loss will bring: these are a few of the paradoxes we must hold as human beings. If we refuse to hold them in the hopes of living without doubt, despair, and pain, we also find ourselves living without faith, hope, and love.” Parker J. Palmer
I pose to you what the Holy Spirit posed to me rec I pose to you what the Holy Spirit posed to me recently: What if you made choices out of fear of missing out on God instead of fear of missing out on what others deem significant?

In all honesty, FOMO sneaks up on me not along paths of a friend’s travel adventures or home decor or even if friends hang out without me. My FOMO animal comes in the form of popular and effective Christian voices. Because of technology and social media, I have access, though not complete (because we’re not actual friends), to their lives and ministry, their work and the personality they choose to share online. While a good thing in many ways, it stops being good when it becomes an avalanche I can’t keep up with but am afraid to stop.

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