Balancing the demands of work, family, and faith isn’t always easy. As a mom, wife, homeschooler, and business owner, I know just how chaotic life can get! But I also know the beauty of finding a rhythm that lets us honor each part of life without losing ourselves in the busyness. Today, I want to share how I find balance in my days and keep God at the center of it all
Start Your Day with Stillness
Mornings in our home we strive for three things: slow, cozy, and intentional. Sounds like a dream, right? Especially, when you’ve got little kids running around. I’ll be honest we have not always prioritized intentional mornings, but since we have begun implementing them, our days have been so much better. We begin the day with coffee and chats as I like to call them. This is Tay and my time to be together before he heads off to work. We recently started writing in our journals on a prompt for the day (a couple examples of our prompt questions are: What are my feelings when you tell me you need help? or less serious, the leaves are changing, and the weather is getting cooler how does this make me feel.) These simple prompts are just fun questions for us to each journal about. We then read each other's answers and chat about them. Some days the questions are more lighthearted and other days they are a little deeper; these prompts have allowed us to set our phones down and remove the excuse of being too tired to know what to talk about. Before prompts we often lugged our exhausted bodies up the stairs, grabbed coffee and sat in silence, the chaos of the kids, or scrolled on our phones because we were both too tired to think of what to talk about. “That’s just the season we’re in,” we often thought out loud making an excuse for our bad habit of not prioritizing one another. I didn’t realize how much I needed these daily prompts until we started them. We have truly grown so much closer. The prompts remove that pressure and allow us to be intentional. Think of it as our icebreaker for the morning; it opens the door for intentional conversation. I’ve made up a $5 list on my website, it’s a digital download with 90 prompts you and your spouse can start doing together today and I have made them faith centered to also allow you both to not only grow as a couple but deeper in relationship with the Lord. You’ll each need a journal and then what we do is 10 minutes answering the question in your own journal, then after 10 minutes your swap journals, read each other's answers and talk about it. I promise, though it may sound cheesy now, you will see a huge improvement in your marriage and the way you conversate with your spouse; you’ll never not have something to talk about.
After my intentional time with Taylor, I often prepare breakfast. Once we get through breakfast madness, I’ll send the kiddos back to their playroom for more free playtimes while I take 5-10 minutes to be in the Word of God. Psalm 46:10 says, “Be still, and know that I am God,” I’ve come to value these few minutes of stillness. Even when it’s brief, time in the Word sets the tone for my day, grounding me in God’s peace and purpose. If you’re short on time, don’t stress — even a few moments in prayer or reading one verse can make all the difference. Think of it as connecting your heart to God before diving into the day.
Create Simple, Sustainable Routine
A big part of balance is finding routines that work for you and your family. After our morning Bible time, I set up a quick five-minute timer for my kids as a warning that clean up time is coming. During this time, I check messages, emails, my website, Etsy, and often and make a quick post on social media, lately in relation to what I just read. Afterall, Faith and Flourish co.’s foundation is that of Biblical truth. He is always welcome on my platforms and into my workday. Sharing His truth is undoubtably my most important job. Proverbs 31:27 speaks to the importance of watching over the home: “She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.” By setting small, sustainable routines, I feel more organized and less overwhelmed. Simple habits, like our quick pick-ups throughout the day, help keep our space calm and our minds clear. These timers we set, though not long feel like I’ve cracked the code to a tidy home... tidy not clean. As a mama, housekeeper, homeschool teacher, business owner I am not striving for perfection and though I’d love if my own home was sparkling clean all the time, I’ve come to realize that I can compromise for tidy. There is a difference. Tidy means my house has systems, its organized, it looks clean and uncluttered but please don’t look at my baseboards, behind the toilet and let's ignore the fingerprinted windows... you get the point.
Give Your Full Attention to Each Role
As a homeschooling mom, I dedicate part of our day to being fully present with the kiddos. I believe that these are the moments that matter most, and Proverbs 22:6 reminds us to “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Pouring into their education, play, and growth is one of my most cherished responsibilities.
During homeschool and playtime, I focus fully on the kids and set work aside. Likewise, when I’m working, I give my full attention to Faith and Flourish Co., using our family’s quiet time to plan blogs, package orders, and focus on business. Being present in each moment helps me bring my best to both roles and, most importantly, be the mom my children need.
Set Aside Quiet Time for Rest and Work
Every afternoon, our family has a quiet time. The kids play independently, Jude is thankfully still in the napping phase, and I use this time to focus on work. Sometimes I plan upcoming blogs or inventory, while other days, I might take care of a small house task. These hours allow me to focus and make progress without feeling pulled in multiple directions.
In Psalm 90:12, we’re reminded, “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” Quiet time is a gift, letting each of us rest, recharge, and work with intention. It’s a rhythm that benefits all of us, allowing the kids to enjoy playtime while I get important tasks done.
Embrace Flexibility and Grace
We all know that not every day goes according to plan. There are moments when the kids need a little extra attention or when something unexpected comes up. I try to approach these times with grace, letting the Holy Spirit guide me in adjusting our routine as needed. “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want,” as Psalm 23:1 says. He provides everything we need, so I can trust that if today needs to look a little different, it’s okay.
God’s grace and guidance remind me that it’s okay to slow down. If today doesn’t go perfectly, tomorrow is a fresh start. Each day is a new opportunity to walk in step with Him.
Wind Down with Family and Faith
After dinner, our family spends a few minutes tidying up together. Working as a team teaches the kids responsibility and keeps our home a peaceful place. We then dive into our evening routines — from bath time to story time. Later, I take the girl to my office, where they work on art projects while I paint Bibles and ornaments for Faith and Flourish Co. It’s a special time for us to create together winding downside by side. When I first had the idea to allow the girls in my office to create art of their own while I accomplish custom orders, I was a bit nervous about this decision, but it’s grown to be one of my favorite parts of the day. Painting has always been a form of worship and time for prayer; they now get to be a part of that with me. They often ask who I am painting the bibles for, and I get to share a piece of what I know through information I have gathered from the customer and this always leads into praying for them. I love that I get to model this time with them, I pray these are cherished moments they’ll carrying with them for years to come. They’ll also learn by my example the importance of having the Lord at the center of all that we do. I pray they witness before their eyes the power one person can have when fully trusting the Lord to lead the way. This isn’t just a job, a business, it’s a call on my heart given to me by God; it’s my ministry and where I get to openly share my faith and pray for people I’ve only just met, and not even face to face. I get to witness that to my girls every night they come to “work” with me.
Staying Organized with Purpose and Prayer
One of my favorite tools for balance is my Arise Devotional Planner. It lets me plan my days with purpose, set goals, and stay connected to God’s Word. The planner has been a game-changer, helping me stay on track with tasks, jot down prayers, and reflect on God’s faithfulness. If I am honest, I have never been any good with planners, however without a planner I was finding it hard to keep track of everything I needed too and found myself headed into the direction of overwhelm, scatterbrained, and misplacer (if that is even a word) of important task, dates, etc. . To my surprise I now look forward to filling my Arise Planner out. If you’re looking to get more organized, check out the one we have here at Faith and Flourish Co. — use code PLANNER25 for a discount! The Arise planner is a devotional planner, it allows you to set goals, budget, plan out your month, days, meal plan, reflect on the previous month, write out prayers, what you’re grateful for and so more. It is nondate or even year specific so you can start the minute you get it in the mail.
Luke 1:37 reminds us, “For nothing will be impossible with God.” By keeping Him at the center of everything, even the busiest days become meaningful. As we organize our time, He gives us the strength to balance it all.
Balancing by Faith
Finding balance is a will take time and trial and error. Each day is a new opportunity to lean into God’s wisdom and grace. Whether you’re working from home, managing a business, or homeschooling, remember that you’re not alone. God is with you in every moment, guiding you, strengthening you, and filling you with peace. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest,” Jesus says in Matthew 11:28. He is our source of rest and balance.
Keep faith at the center, trust God with each part of your day, and let Him guide you through the beautiful messiness of life. You’ve got this, friend, and remember, every small act done in love has eternal value. Here’s to finding balance, one grace-filled day at a time
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