Welcome to the Art of a Messy House

The days of refreshment are here, but we need to recognize our need for them, and the Source of all true refreshment. Do you nap? I rarely do, but when I think about how restorative naps are for infants and toddlers, it's such a beautiful image of rest. My toddler, bless his heart, has been resisting naps lately, always wanting to play and be around the excitement. Maybe a bit of fear of missing out! But you know what? There's a clear difference in her nature when he does nap versus when he doesn't. We don't even need studies to tell us how beneficial naps are for learning, emotional regulation, and memory. And we're the same! Perhaps it's not an actual nap for us, but it serves as a powerful reminder to rest.

Sometimes you're invited to the table—other times, you're called to build it.

In a world more “connected” than ever, loneliness is still gripping hearts at an alarming rate. But what if God is inviting you to be the bridge between isolation and community? What if the gap you see isn’t just a problem—it’s your invitation to create, connect, and build?

Season 3 of The Art of a Messy House podcast, “At the Table,” dives deep into what it means to show up, create safe spaces, and partner with God in restoring what’s been broken. Through Scripture, stories, and spirit-led reflection—from Nehemiah to modern-day family struggles with social media—we explore how to replace lies with truth, stand in the gap, and ignite conversations that bring healing.

Some tables come with invitations. Others, we are anointed to create.

Will you follow His lead? Will you build? Will you seek Him through it all?

May we look TO God and FOR Him in the mundane, the daily needs, the deep longing of our souls, and the pauses, too. The more I slow down, the more I see the beauty of the present season instead of asking the infamous question of children on car rides: “Are we there yet?” 

How often can we be like that? How frequently can our vision become foggy if we do not intentionally slow down to defrost our windshields?