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What Does the Coming of the Son of Man Mean for You?

Whenever things in life get difficult, we typically want to avoid it. I have seen people spend more time and energy trying to avoid doing work than doing the work itself. For some, they waste time preparing for the task just to avoid doing the task. We certainly need to prepare and make sure we have all the resources at hand that the task will demand. We need to gather information and knowledge so that we can do that task well. But sometimes we can be guilty of prepping so that we do not have to feel guilty of not doing. We can also be guilty of avoiding news we do not really want to hear. For Christians, the coming of the Son of Man is great news, but for those lost without Christ, judgement awaits. What does the coming of the Son of Man mean for you?

Is the coming of the Son of Man the End of Time?

Most of us, at some level, understand an “end time” time is coming. Even non-Christians will speak of the end of the world. Hollywood has made a fortune off movies about the end of the world – everything from alien invasions to apocalyptic disease to nuclear bombs destroying the planet. We flock to such movies and enjoy them without ever considering the reality that the world as we know it will – at some point – come to an end. It’s the kind of news we want to avoid – but what God has ordained to come is going to happen. But Jesus gives us information so we can prepare and be ready. Through visions to prophets, John, and His own words, he prepares us for what is to come.

Is COVID19 a precursor to the coming of the Son of Man?

With COVID19, there have been those asking and wondering, “Is this the end times? Is this where 1/3 of the earth’s population will be killed?” Now that the vaccines are out, there are those trying to say that if you get the vaccine, it’s the “mark of the beast” Well, we are not going to debate if COVID is the end times because honestly, Jesus told us that even He does not know the appointed time. Only God knows. So, whenever you hear or see people saying that Jesus is returning on a certain date or that the end of the world is on a certain date – beware of the trap. Only God has that information (Mark 13:32)

Is the vaccine the “mark of the beast”? Revelation 13:16-18 says, “Also it causes all, both small and great, both rich and poor, both free and slave, to be marked on the right hand or the forehead, so that no one can buy or sell unless he has the mark, that is, the name of the beast or the number of its name. This calls for wisdom: let the one who has understanding calculate the number of the beast, for it is the number of a man, and his number is 666.”

Notice the mark of beast will be given on the right hand or forehead — not the upper arm where the vaccines are given. Additionally, the mark of the beast is a number – 666. There is no number written on you when you get the vaccine. So you can be sure the vaccine is not the mark of the beast.

Signs of the Coming of the Son of Man

Yet, Jesus did give us some sings as we prepare for His return and he told us to watch for these signs. He didn’t issue forth a challenge and say, “I bet you can’t guess when I will return again.” He simply said “watch.” And the purpose for watching is so that we can know the time is near and be spiritually prepared for His coming. If we are spiritually prepared (meaning we have placed our faith and trust in Him as our Lord and Savior), then his coming is something we can look forward to with excitement and anticipation. But if we have not, then His coming again is something to dread and fear.

In Luke 21:7-29, He says there will be wars, earthquakes, famines, and persecution. In verses 20-24, He talks about the destruction of Jerusalem. And then in verses 25-28, He talks about the end of the age with the sun, moon, and stars doing abnormal things. He says the “celestial powers will be shaken.” Since the moon controls our tides, if the moon does an abnormal thing, it could trigger hurricanes or tsunamis. In verse 28, Jesus talks about a roaring and tossing sea and of people filled with anguish. He says, “People will faint from fear and expectation of the things that are coming on the world.” And then the final sign, is the coming of the “Son of Man.” Long before Jesus came, God gave a vision to Daniel about this event.

Daniel’s vision of the coming of the Son of Man

In Daniel 7:13-14, we read: “In my vision at night I looked, and there before me was one like a son of man, coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into his presence. He was given authority, glory and sovereign power; all nations and peoples of every language worshiped him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and his kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.”

What a description of Jesus! Jesus himself reiterates the Daniel passage in Luke 21:27-28. He says he will return in a cloud with great power and glory in such a way that the entire world will know the time has come. No one will sit around saying, “Is this it?” Everyone will know. And for every single person the meaning will be one of two possibilities: either it will be judgement day or redemption day. Those who are lost will face judgement day. But for the Christian, Jesus says: Look up! For your redemption has come.

What does the coming of the Son of Man mean for you? Judgement or Redemption?


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What’s Inside God, Love and Marshmallow Wars?

God, Love and Marshmallow Wars is a book that includes 365 daily activities and takes you on a guided journey through Biblical principles about Godly marriage that you can then apply to your marriage, as well as helping you talk through concepts that can help you develop a solid relationship. Inside you will find simple, quick activities that include:

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  • Conversation Starters.
  • Concepts from the Bible on Godly marriages.
  • Romance Builders.
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  • Personal reflections.
  • Date ideas.
  • Group date ideas for you and other Christian couples.

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Soul Medicine: Church Bulletin Blooper

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A church secretary faithfully prepares the bulletin for each week’s services.

One Sunday morning, as she took her seat in her favorite pew, she heard snickering from the pew behind her. Quickly grabbing the bulletin, she found the cause. The sermon title for that day was: “What Makes God Sick: Pastor Joe Smith.”

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laughter best medicine

Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease.  Laughter triggers the release of endorphins.  These are the body’s natural feel-good chemicals, which promote an overall sense of well-being and temporary pain relief. Even God has a sense of humor! If you don’t believe me, just ask Abraham and Sarah who found out they would have a son at age 100. And there’s the platypus who has been described as being created from all the “left over parts.” Or what about the stork? In Job 39:17, it says that God created it without wisdom or good sense. In 1 Samuel 5, the Philistines captured the Ark of God and placed it in the temple of their false god named Dagon. The next morning, the false god had fallen over, as if bowing before the Ark of God. They stood it back up and the next morning it had fallen over again, this time with it’s head broke off. Jonah tried to run from God, was then swallowed up by a big fish who then barfed him up three days later. John made sure to mention in his Gospel that he beat Peter to the tomb (John 20:3-8). Thomas told the other disciples “Let’s go so that we may die with Him” on the way to the home of Lazarus whom Jesus was about to raise from the dead (John 11:16). So enjoy the soul medicine of laughter found below.

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Cover_mBOOKING NOW to be a host site for the NEW God, Love & Marshmallow Wars Book Tour & Couples Conference:

This event helps couples understand why the daily activities found in the book will equip them to build a stronger marriage and the book provides them with 365 intentional activities to take what they learn at the event and apply it on a daily basis. Through the event, couples will discover the Biblical “why” behind the categories of activities found in the book and the “how” these activities are important to building a stronger marriage. Focus points of the event includes :

  • How memorizing scripture together and studying God’s Word together as they study, meditate and apply scriptures related to marriage and life issues will help them develop marriages that honor God.
  • Why utilizing fun conversation starters that spark meaningful conversations will keep interest alive as they continually learn new things about each other.
  • Why keeping romance alive is essential to intimacy and connectivity.
  • How making memories and working together builds relationship investment bonds and how these investment bonds can become the knots that keeps them together through the tough times.
  • How they can understand what they are or are not contributing to the marriage as well as how they might be contributing to problems or potential problems within the relationship through the use of targeted, intentional personal reflections
  • Why it is important that couples never stop dating and how group dates with Christian friends can be both an encouragement and accountability to their own relationship.

During the event, couples will be given an activity from each focus point to do together, making this event an interactive, fun, and engaging event with practical, hands-on learning. Unlike other couple events that are over when the event ends, couples who attend the GLMW event will be able to apply what they learn when utilizing the book on a daily basis for a year. Since the book is not dated, couples are able to reuse the activities year after year to continue being intentional in strengthening their relationship with each other and with God as they strive to live out God’s design for marriage every day.

Learn more about hosting this event at your church or conference site by clicking here.

About the book: The GLMW book contains 365 daily challenges for couples to strengthen their relationships to each other and with God. Couples will complete activities such as Scripture memory, conversation starters, relationship builders, learning about Biblical marriage, romance builders, personal reflections, and date ideas. Click here to purchase your copy. (This link will open a new widow and take you to Westbow Press’ bookstore.) It is also available at Christian Book Distributors, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble

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Julia is CEO of Wellspring Christian Ministries, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people and couples develop a passionate relationship with God. A public speaker, conference trainer, event planner, and blog writer, Julia is a two-time graduate from Grand Canyon University with a bachelor in Psychology and a masters in Professional Counseling. Saved as a child and raised in church and in a Christian home and private Christian School as a Pastor’s kid, Julia has taught Sunday school, led music, played the piano, served as Children’s Director, and engaged her gifts in many other areas of church life. Previously employed with the Florida Baptist Convention, Julia organized events and led conferences for church ministry assistants.

Julia enjoys sharing her journey as a growing Christian with others looking for a deeper connection with God. Through Bible study and her own life experiences, God has given Julia a passion to help couples understand God’s design for marriage while they learn to place God first in their marriage, cultivate meaningful relationships, build intimacy, and address the tougher issues that come in every marriage so that they can experience a marriage that honors and glorifies God. Julia also loves mentoring, teaching, and working with women to help them learn to live as Godly women.

With her history and experience growing up in both small and large churches, Julia enjoys bringing top level quality events to churches of all sizes. Her father largely pastored small churches and therefore she understands that these vital parts of the believing community need to be good stewards of the resources God provides them with. This knowledge inspires her passion for being available with a fresh perspective for those who want to provide their congregations with meaningful spiritual growth opportunities, regardless of size.

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Tea towel with appliqued stacked pumpkins

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Soul Medicine: The Circus Comes to Church

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A mother and her young son belonged to a small country church. On Communion day, deacons would pass around the “bread and juice.”

One Sunday, they attended a church out of town that was more formal. What their church called “bread and juice,” this more formal church referred to as “elements,” a word young William didn’t understand.

As Communion began, the pastor said, “If the deacons will come forward, the elements will pass among us.”

William was suddenly excited and his mother didn’t understand why. Then he leaned toward her, whispering something that caused her to burst out laughing. With all eyes on them, she took him by the hand and they made a hasty exit.

All the way to the car, he protested. “Mom, we’re going to miss the circus. The pastor said the elephants were going to pass among us!”

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Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease.  Laughter triggers the release of endorphins.  These are the body’s natural feel-good chemicals, which promote an overall sense of well-being and temporary pain relief. Even God has a sense of humor! If you don’t believe me, just ask Abraham and Sarah who found out they would have a son at age 100. And there’s the platypus who has been described as being created from all the “left over parts.” Or what about the stork? In Job 39:17, it says that God created it without wisdom or good sense. In 1 Samuel 5, the Philistines captured the Ark of God and placed it in the temple of their false god named Dagon. The next morning, the false god had fallen over, as if bowing before the Ark of God. They stood it back up and the next morning it had fallen over again, this time with it’s head broke off. Jonah tried to run from God, was then swallowed up by a big fish who then barfed him up three days later. John made sure to mention in his Gospel that he beat Peter to the tomb (John 20:3-8). Thomas told the other disciples “Let’s go so that we may die with Him” on the way to the home of Lazarus whom Jesus was about to raise from the dead (John 11:16). So enjoy the soul medicine of laughter found below.

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Cover_mBOOKING NOW to be a host site for the NEW God, Love & Marshmallow Wars Book Tour & Couples Conference:

This event helps couples understand why the daily activities found in the book will equip them to build a stronger marriage and the book provides them with 365 intentional activities to take what they learn at the event and apply it on a daily basis. Through the event, couples will discover the Biblical “why” behind the categories of activities found in the book and the “how” these activities are important to building a stronger marriage. Focus points of the event includes :

  • How memorizing scripture together and studying God’s Word together as they study, meditate and apply scriptures related to marriage and life issues will help them develop marriages that honor God.
  • Why utilizing fun conversation starters that spark meaningful conversations will keep interest alive as they continually learn new things about each other.
  • Why keeping romance alive is essential to intimacy and connectivity.
  • How making memories and working together builds relationship investment bonds and how these investment bonds can become the knots that keeps them together through the tough times.
  • How they can understand what they are or are not contributing to the marriage as well as how they might be contributing to problems or potential problems within the relationship through the use of targeted, intentional personal reflections
  • Why it is important that couples never stop dating and how group dates with Christian friends can be both an encouragement and accountability to their own relationship.

During the event, couples will be given an activity from each focus point to do together, making this event an interactive, fun, and engaging event with practical, hands-on learning. Unlike other couple events that are over when the event ends, couples who attend the GLMW event will be able to apply what they learn when utilizing the book on a daily basis for a year. Since the book is not dated, couples are able to reuse the activities year after year to continue being intentional in strengthening their relationship with each other and with God as they strive to live out God’s design for marriage every day.

Learn more about hosting this event at your church or conference site by clicking here.

About the book: The GLMW book contains 365 daily challenges for couples to strengthen their relationships to each other and with God. Couples will complete activities such as Scripture memory, conversation starters, relationship builders, learning about Biblical marriage, romance builders, personal reflections, and date ideas. Click here to purchase your copy. (This link will open a new widow and take you to Westbow Press’ bookstore.) It is also available at Christian Book Distributors, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble

#GLMWcouplesevent #GLMWbook #intentionalmarriage #Godlymarriage

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T-shirt Fundraiser Event: We have a product line of Christian apparel and accessories available in our Teespring Store and our Spreadshop Store. You’ll find tee shirts, hoodies, tanks, socks, leggings, tote bags, mugs, iphone cases and more…perfect for holiday gift giving. See the samples below for our Thanksgiving Designs.

Available now:

Gobble till you wobble

grateful thankful blessed

 

 

 

 

 

 

Coming this week:

 

All proceeds go to the advancement of Wellspring Christian Ministries.
Thank you for helping us grow!

Click here to view the Teespring store. 

Click here to view the Spreadshop Store 

#fundraiser #tshirt #WCM #teespring #spreadshop

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Looking for a speaker for your next ministry event? Julia is now booking for 2019 and 2020 Christian events for women’s and couples’ ministries for both small and large events.
Book with us now.

Julia is CEO of Wellspring Christian Ministries, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people and couples develop a passionate relationship with God. A public speaker, conference trainer, event planner, and blog writer, Julia is a two-time graduate from Grand Canyon University with a bachelor in Psychology and a masters in Professional Counseling. Saved as a child and raised in church and in a Christian home and private Christian School as a Pastor’s kid, Julia has taught Sunday school, led music, played the piano, served as Children’s Director, and engaged her gifts in many other areas of church life. Previously employed with the Florida Baptist Convention, Julia organized events and led conferences for church ministry assistants.

Julia enjoys sharing her journey as a growing Christian with others looking for a deeper connection with God. Through Bible study and her own life experiences, God has given Julia a passion to help couples understand God’s design for marriage while they learn to place God first in their marriage, cultivate meaningful relationships, build intimacy, and address the tougher issues that come in every marriage so that they can experience a marriage that honors and glorifies God. Julia also loves mentoring, teaching, and working with women to help them learn to live as Godly women.

With her history and experience growing up in both small and large churches, Julia enjoys bringing top level quality events to churches of all sizes. Her father largely pastored small churches and therefore she understands that these vital parts of the believing community need to be good stewards of the resources God provides them with. This knowledge inspires her passion for being available with a fresh perspective for those who want to provide their congregations with meaningful spiritual growth opportunities, regardless of size.

Image result for form pngTo request more information or a booking, 
fill out the online form here.

Or call us at 904.524.8073

#JuliaBruce #speaker #keynote #author

who doesn't love fall

Wellspring receives an 8% commission for any item purchased
at CBD through any of these links.

Stick Plaque Fall Thankful Blessed and Pumpkin Spice Obsessed Stick Plaque

Special sentiment on skinny strip of pine wood

  • Weathered farmhouse appeal
  • For office, window sill, nightstand, shelf, or desk
  • 13.5″ x 1.5″ stick plaque
  • Pine is cut and printed in artisan font design
  • Handcrafted in the heart of Amish Country USA
  • thankful, blessed and pumpkin spice obsessed
336223: Harvest Blessings Jute Hanging Decor Harvest Blessings Jute Hanging Decor

Add personality to any space you call your own with pine slat wood sign

  • Jute string is attached- so easy to hang on knob, handle or hook
  • 10″ wide x 0.375″ deep x 3.375″ high
  • Handcrafted in the heart of Amish Country USA
  • Stylistic artisan lettering
  • Choose one for you and one to share!
  • harvest blessings
008445: Have A Blessed Day Candle Have A Blessed Day Candle

Jar candle 26 ounce size

  • Clean burning wax>
  • Burns 120-140 hours
  • Lead-free wick
  • Premium fragrance
  • Scent-lock lid, matte black
  • Made in the USA
  • Artisan design with star
  • Have a blessed day
  • Scent: Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla
  • Home decor fragrance
  • Gift you’ll love to give
1113106: Family Table Runner

Family Table Runner

Family Table Runner

Poly linen table runner 72″ x 13″

  • Welcome Home Collection
  • Natural shades; leaf accent, bead leaves at each shaped end
  • A grateful family is a happy family; leaf motif and appliqued lettering
468055: Gather Together Table Runner Gather Together Table Runner

Table runner adds the finishing touch to your dining room or eating area. Crafted of 100% cotton, it’s equally at home in country, cottage, or contemporary rooms.

  • Natural feel of high caliber craftsmanship
  • 16″ wide x 72″ long
  • Artisan font design
  • Gather Together
  • Trending design, yet warm and homey; not just for special occasions
  • Washing instructions included
96816: Taste And See, Salt And Pepper Shaker Set Taste And See, Salt And Pepper Shaker Set

White ceramic salt and pepper set with tray, right at home in your kitchen or on your dining table.Scripture verse quotes in uspcale font design.

  • Taste and see that the Lord is good. Psalm 34:8, Blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him. Psalm 34:8Shakers are 3″ x 1.75″; matching ceramic tray is 4.75″ x 2.75″.Kitchen or dining table
1113113: Gather Here Platter Gather Here Platter

Oval ceramic platter

  • Welcome Home Collection
  • 17″ x 12″
  • Creamy white; leaf motif
  • Gather here with grateful hearts
  • Artisan script; farmhouse look
421509: Give Thanks Round Platter Give Thanks Round Platter

Glass Fusion ® art platter designed by Lori Siebert in vibrant and artful style to your fall table. Give thanks in swirling font; 13″ round platter.Handwash only; not intended for microwave.Distinctive technique of colroed glass and iridescent metallic finish. For entertaining and celebrating all year round.

670352: Give Thanks Light Box Give Thanks Light Box

Add warmth to your room decor with plug-in light box framed design

  • Box is 6″ x 7.5″ x 3″
  • Insert image is 5″ x 7″ approximately
  • Electrical cord with handy on/off switch; includes 7-watt bulb
  • Illuminated accent
  • Seasonal color for Fall
  • Give thanks with wheat motifmotif
941683: So Very Thankful Incredibly Grateful And Unbelievably Blessed, Pallet Art So Very Thankful Incredibly Grateful And Unbelievably Blessed, Pallet Art

Rustic wall decor made of natural pine slats; simple yet refined accent for your home.

  • Artisan lettering design
  • Constructed in similar fashion to an actual shipping pallet
  • Sawtooth hanger on the back, easy to hang
  • 17″ x 23.5″
  • So very thankful, incredibly grateful, and unbelievably blessed
660105: Harvest Blessings Ceramic Vase Harvest Blessings Ceramic Vase

Ceramic gift vase in creamy white

  • Harvest floral design and autumn sentiment
  • Harvest Blessings
  • 8″ high x 4″ wide; safe for dishwasher
  • Add your own bouquet of fall flowers or woodland greenery
  • Classic trending design
200859: Give Thanks Ceramic Crock with Candle Give Thanks Ceramic Crock with Candle

Ceramic crock in farmhouse style with pumpkin motif

  • Designed by Suzi Skoglund
  • Pumpkin spice candle
  • 4.75″ x 4.25″ large size; reusable crock with handle
  • Give Thanks
  • Autumn decor; hostess gift idea
928325: But First Coffee House Sign But First Coffee House Sign

Shaped structures in wood with decorative architectural details and words of inspiration

  • Arrange on a shelf or desk for your own neighborhood grouping
  • Tuck into a spot on your desk or kitchen counter
  • Made in the USA in the heart of Amish country
  • Cut from pine, distressed accents; artistic embellishments
  • Will stand on shelf or sill
  • But first coffee
  • 6″ high x 5.25″ wide
  • Coffee shop with “open” sign; double doors
814721: Fall Wreath Door Hanger Fall Wreath Door Hanger

Fall door decor creates a warm welcome to your home

  • Give Thanks turkey is fade and weather-resistant
  • Polyburlap, shaped fabric door decor
  • Attached grosgrain ribbon for hanging
  • 22″ x 25″
  • Thanksgiving Decor
698951: Thankful & Blessed Door Mat Thankful & Blessed Door Mat

Seasonal doormat to welcome fall

  • Outdoor/indoor
  • Thick, non-slip rubber backing
  • 17″ x 29″
  • Polyester top; permanent print; fade and mildew-resistant
  • Printed in the USA
  • Pumpkins, plaid and autumn colors
  • Thankful & Blessed
049004: Thankful Pumpkins, Tea Towel Thankful Pumpkins, Tea Towel

Tea towel with appliqued stacked pumpkins

  • 17.25″ x 2.5″
  • thankful embroidered sentiment; stitched edging
  • Natural background in today’s trending look
  • Created by the Daughters of Hope, a fair trade, social enterprise based in Southern India that provides training and employment to impoverished women. Daughters of Hope provides much more than a healthy work environment, and is committed to giving dignity and freedom to those who have been caught up in the cycle of economic and social oppression.Your purchase helps to support this mission.
672131: God"s Starting Point Mug God’s Starting Point Mug

True and Write Gift Collection in bold font design

  • Understated grey and white
  • Mug, 14 ounce capacity; ceramic
  • Message on both sides
  • Impossible is God’s starting point
  • Lettering created by artist Jon Huckeby
  • Boxed
0100554: Gather Here Pie Place Gather Here Pie Place

Pie plate in black and white; Gather Here Collection

  • Gather here with a greatful heart
  • Fluted edge; glazed ceramic; 9.5″
  • 2″ x 11″ x 11″
  • Ceramic
  • Farmhouse look
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Soul Medicine: A Child’s Point of View

joke featured image

A Child’s Point of View

The story of Adam and Eve was being carefully explained in the children’s Sunday School class. Following the story, the children were asked to draw some picture that would illustrate the story. Little Bobby drew a picture of a car with three people in it. In the front seat was a man and in the back seat, a man and a woman. The teacher was at a loss to understand how this illustrated the lesson of Adam and Eve. Little Bobby was prompt with his explanation. “Why, this is God driving Adam and Eve out of the garden!”
Image result for Adam Eve and God in a car

#soulmedicine #laughter #childpointofview #AdamandEve #WCM

laughter best medicine

Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease.  Laughter triggers the release of endorphins.  These are the body’s natural feel-good chemicals, which promote an overall sense of well-being and temporary pain relief. Even God has a sense of humor! If you don’t believe me, just ask Abraham and Sarah who found out they would have a son at age 100. And there’s the platypus who has been described as being created from all the “left over parts.” Or what about the stork? In Job 39:17, it says that God created it without wisdom or good sense. In 1 Samuel 5, the Philistines captured the Ark of God and placed it in the temple of their false god named Dagon. The next morning, the false god had fallen over, as if bowing before the Ark of God. They stood it back up and the next morning it had fallen over again, this time with it’s head broke off. Jonah tried to run from God, was then swallowed up by a big fish who then barfed him up three days later. John made sure to mention in his Gospel that he beat Peter to the tomb (John 20:3-8). Thomas told the other disciples “Let’s go so that we may die with Him” on the way to the home of Lazarus whom Jesus was about to raise from the dead (John 11:16). So enjoy the soul medicine of laughter found below.

FundlyBecome a distributor of Living Water with us by joining our fundraising campaign as we grow and expand our ministry. Click here to make your secure tax-deductible contribution.

Wellspring Christian Ministries is a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization.
Thank you for helping us grow!

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news and events

Wellspring Christian Ministries is a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization.
Thank you for helping us grow!

#growingintoourfuture #fundraiser #buymeacoffee #WCM

Cover_mBOOKING NOW to be a host site for the NEW God, Love & Marshmallow Wars Book Tour & Couples Conference:

This event helps couples understand why the daily activities found in the book will equip them to build a stronger marriage and the book provides them with 365 intentional activities to take what they learn at the event and apply it on a daily basis. Through the event, couples will discover the Biblical “why” behind the categories of activities found in the book and the “how” these activities are important to building a stronger marriage. Focus points of the event includes :

  • How memorizing scripture together and studying God’s Word together as they study, meditate and apply scriptures related to marriage and life issues will help them develop marriages that honor God.
  • Why utilizing fun conversation starters that spark meaningful conversations will keep interest alive as they continually learn new things about each other.
  • Why keeping romance alive is essential to intimacy and connectivity.
  • How making memories and working together builds relationship investment bonds and how these investment bonds can become the knots that keeps them together through the tough times.
  • How they can understand what they are or are not contributing to the marriage as well as how they might be contributing to problems or potential problems within the relationship through the use of targeted, intentional personal reflections
  • Why it is important that couples never stop dating and how group dates with Christian friends can be both an encouragement and accountability to their own relationship.

During the event, couples will be given an activity from each focus point to do together, making this event an interactive, fun, and engaging event with practical, hands-on learning. Unlike other couple events that are over when the event ends, couples who attend the GLMW event will be able to apply what they learn when utilizing the book on a daily basis for a year. Since the book is not dated, couples are able to reuse the activities year after year to continue being intentional in strengthening their relationship with each other and with God as they strive to live out God’s design for marriage every day.

Learn more about hosting this event at your church or conference site by clicking here.

About the book: The GLMW book contains 365 daily challenges for couples to strengthen their relationships to each other and with God. Couples will complete activities such as Scripture memory, conversation starters, relationship builders, learning about Biblical marriage, romance builders, personal reflections, and date ideas. Click here to purchase your copy. (This link will open a new widow and take you to Westbow Press’ bookstore.) It is also available at Christian Book Distributors, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble

#GLMWcouplesevent #GLMWbook #intentionalmarriage #Godlymarriage

teespring spreadshop logos

T-shirt Fundraiser Event: We have a new product line of Christian apparel and accessories available in our Teespring Store and our new Spreadshop Store. You’ll find tee shirts, hoodies, tanks, socks, leggings, tote bags, mugs, iphone cases and more.

happy fall yall

hello fall

cutest pumpkin

Psalm 33:5

We’ve added a fall line to our Spreadshop Store! Order today because it will be gone soon as we gear up for the upcoming Holidays. Thanksgiving and Christmas items available soon.

All proceeds go to the advancement of Wellspring Christian Ministries.
Thank you for helping us grow!

Click here to view the Teespring store. 

Click here to view the Spreadshop Store 

#fundraiser #tshirt #WCM #teespring #spreadshop

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Looking for a speaker for your next ministry event? Julia is now booking for 2019 and 2020 Christian events for women’s and couples’ ministries for both small and large events.
Book with us now.

Julia is CEO of Wellspring Christian Ministries, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people and couples develop a passionate relationship with God. A public speaker, conference trainer, event planner, and blog writer, Julia is a two-time graduate from Grand Canyon University with a bachelor in Psychology and a masters in Professional Counseling. Saved as a child and raised in church and in a Christian home and private Christian School as a Pastor’s kid, Julia has taught Sunday school, led music, played the piano, served as Children’s Director, and engaged her gifts in many other areas of church life. Previously employed with the Florida Baptist Convention, Julia organized events and led conferences for church ministry assistants.

Julia enjoys sharing her journey as a growing Christian with others looking for a deeper connection with God. Through Bible study and her own life experiences, God has given Julia a passion to help couples understand God’s design for marriage while they learn to place God first in their marriage, cultivate meaningful relationships, build intimacy, and address the tougher issues that come in every marriage so that they can experience a marriage that honors and glorifies God. Julia also loves mentoring, teaching, and working with women to help them learn to live as Godly women.

With her history and experience growing up in both small and large churches, Julia enjoys bringing top level quality events to churches of all sizes. Her father largely pastored small churches and therefore she understands that these vital parts of the believing community need to be good stewards of the resources God provides them with. This knowledge inspires her passion for being available with a fresh perspective for those who want to provide their congregations with meaningful spiritual growth opportunities, regardless of size.

Image result for form pngTo request more information or a booking, 
fill out the online form here.

Or call us at 904.524.8073

#JuliaBruce #speaker #keynote #author

who doesn't love fall

Wellspring receives an 8% commission for any item purchased
at CBD through any of these links.

Stick Plaque Fall Thankful Blessed and Pumpkin Spice Obsessed Stick Plaque

Special sentiment on skinny strip of pine wood

  • Weathered farmhouse appeal
  • For office, window sill, nightstand, shelf, or desk
  • 13.5″ x 1.5″ stick plaque
  • Pine is cut and printed in artisan font design
  • Handcrafted in the heart of Amish Country USA
  • thankful, blessed and pumpkin spice obsessed
336223: Harvest Blessings Jute Hanging Decor Harvest Blessings Jute Hanging Decor

Add personality to any space you call your own with pine slat wood sign

  • Jute string is attached- so easy to hang on knob, handle or hook
  • 10″ wide x 0.375″ deep x 3.375″ high
  • Handcrafted in the heart of Amish Country USA
  • Stylistic artisan lettering
  • Choose one for you and one to share!
  • harvest blessings
008445: Have A Blessed Day Candle Have A Blessed Day Candle

Jar candle 26 ounce size

  • Clean burning wax>
  • Burns 120-140 hours
  • Lead-free wick
  • Premium fragrance
  • Scent-lock lid, matte black
  • Made in the USA
  • Artisan design with star
  • Have a blessed day
  • Scent: Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla
  • Home decor fragrance
  • Gift you’ll love to give
1113106: Family Table Runner

Family Table Runner

Family Table Runner

Poly linen table runner 72″ x 13″

  • Welcome Home Collection
  • Natural shades; leaf accent, bead leaves at each shaped end
  • A grateful family is a happy family; leaf motif and appliqued lettering
468055: Gather Together Table Runner Gather Together Table Runner

Table runner adds the finishing touch to your dining room or eating area. Crafted of 100% cotton, it’s equally at home in country, cottage, or contemporary rooms.

  • Natural feel of high caliber craftsmanship
  • 16″ wide x 72″ long
  • Artisan font design
  • Gather Together
  • Trending design, yet warm and homey; not just for special occasions
  • Washing instructions included
96816: Taste And See, Salt And Pepper Shaker Set Taste And See, Salt And Pepper Shaker Set

White ceramic salt and pepper set with tray, right at home in your kitchen or on your dining table.Scripture verse quotes in uspcale font design.

  • Taste and see that the Lord is good. Psalm 34:8, Blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him. Psalm 34:8Shakers are 3″ x 1.75″; matching ceramic tray is 4.75″ x 2.75″.Kitchen or dining table
1113113: Gather Here Platter Gather Here Platter

Oval ceramic platter

  • Welcome Home Collection
  • 17″ x 12″
  • Creamy white; leaf motif
  • Gather here with grateful hearts
  • Artisan script; farmhouse look
421509: Give Thanks Round Platter Give Thanks Round Platter

Glass Fusion ® art platter designed by Lori Siebert in vibrant and artful style to your fall table. Give thanks in swirling font; 13″ round platter.Handwash only; not intended for microwave.Distinctive technique of colroed glass and iridescent metallic finish. For entertaining and celebrating all year round.

670352: Give Thanks Light Box Give Thanks Light Box

Add warmth to your room decor with plug-in light box framed design

  • Box is 6″ x 7.5″ x 3″
  • Insert image is 5″ x 7″ approximately
  • Electrical cord with handy on/off switch; includes 7-watt bulb
  • Illuminated accent
  • Seasonal color for Fall
  • Give thanks with wheat motifmotif
941683: So Very Thankful Incredibly Grateful And Unbelievably Blessed, Pallet Art So Very Thankful Incredibly Grateful And Unbelievably Blessed, Pallet Art

Rustic wall decor made of natural pine slats; simple yet refined accent for your home.

  • Artisan lettering design
  • Constructed in similar fashion to an actual shipping pallet
  • Sawtooth hanger on the back, easy to hang
  • 17″ x 23.5″
  • So very thankful, incredibly grateful, and unbelievably blessed
660105: Harvest Blessings Ceramic Vase Harvest Blessings Ceramic Vase

Ceramic gift vase in creamy white

  • Harvest floral design and autumn sentiment
  • Harvest Blessings
  • 8″ high x 4″ wide; safe for dishwasher
  • Add your own bouquet of fall flowers or woodland greenery
  • Classic trending design
200859: Give Thanks Ceramic Crock with Candle Give Thanks Ceramic Crock with Candle

Ceramic crock in farmhouse style with pumpkin motif

  • Designed by Suzi Skoglund
  • Pumpkin spice candle
  • 4.75″ x 4.25″ large size; reusable crock with handle
  • Give Thanks
  • Autumn decor; hostess gift idea
928325: But First Coffee House Sign But First Coffee House Sign

Shaped structures in wood with decorative architectural details and words of inspiration

  • Arrange on a shelf or desk for your own neighborhood grouping
  • Tuck into a spot on your desk or kitchen counter
  • Made in the USA in the heart of Amish country
  • Cut from pine, distressed accents; artistic embellishments
  • Will stand on shelf or sill
  • But first coffee
  • 6″ high x 5.25″ wide
  • Coffee shop with “open” sign; double doors
814721: Fall Wreath Door Hanger Fall Wreath Door Hanger

Fall door decor creates a warm welcome to your home

  • Give Thanks turkey is fade and weather-resistant
  • Polyburlap, shaped fabric door decor
  • Attached grosgrain ribbon for hanging
  • 22″ x 25″
  • Thanksgiving Decor
698951: Thankful & Blessed Door Mat Thankful & Blessed Door Mat

Seasonal doormat to welcome fall

  • Outdoor/indoor
  • Thick, non-slip rubber backing
  • 17″ x 29″
  • Polyester top; permanent print; fade and mildew-resistant
  • Printed in the USA
  • Pumpkins, plaid and autumn colors
  • Thankful & Blessed
049004: Thankful Pumpkins, Tea Towel Thankful Pumpkins, Tea Towel

Tea towel with appliqued stacked pumpkins

  • 17.25″ x 2.5″
  • thankful embroidered sentiment; stitched edging
  • Natural background in today’s trending look
  • Created by the Daughters of Hope, a fair trade, social enterprise based in Southern India that provides training and employment to impoverished women. Daughters of Hope provides much more than a healthy work environment, and is committed to giving dignity and freedom to those who have been caught up in the cycle of economic and social oppression.Your purchase helps to support this mission.
672131: God"s Starting Point Mug God’s Starting Point Mug

True and Write Gift Collection in bold font design

  • Understated grey and white
  • Mug, 14 ounce capacity; ceramic
  • Message on both sides
  • Impossible is God’s starting point
  • Lettering created by artist Jon Huckeby
  • Boxed
0100554: Gather Here Pie Place Gather Here Pie Place

Pie plate in black and white; Gather Here Collection

  • Gather here with a greatful heart
  • Fluted edge; glazed ceramic; 9.5″
  • 2″ x 11″ x 11″
  • Ceramic
  • Farmhouse look
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Soul Medicine: Before Its Too Late

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Before Its Too Late

Reverend Jones was the pastor of the large First Baptist Church in town and Reverend Griggs was the pastor at the non-denominational church across the street. The two were working hard together at the side of the road, pounding a sign into the ground that read:

turn back sign

As they hammered away they held a deep theological discussion on the end times. Just as the sign was in the ground an expensive Tesla went speeding by. The driver leaned out his window and shouted, “You religious nuts!”

As the car rounded a curve, they heard the sound of screeching tires followed by a big splash.cartoon man in suit

Rev. Jones looked at Rev. Griggs and asked, “Do you think maybe the sign should have just said, ‘Bridge Out?”

 

 

#soulmedicine #laughter #bridgeout #beforeitstoolate #WCM

laughter best medicine

Laughter decreases stress hormones and increases immune cells and infection-fighting antibodies, thus improving your resistance to disease.  Laughter triggers the release of endorphins.  These are the body’s natural feel-good chemicals, which promote an overall sense of well-being and temporary pain relief. Even God has a sense of humor! If you don’t believe me, just ask Abraham and Sarah who found out they would have a son at age 100. And there’s the platypus who has been described as being created from all the “left over parts.” Or what about the stork? In Job 39:17, it says that God created it without wisdom or good sense. In 1 Samuel 5, the Philistines captured the Ark of God and placed it in the temple of their false god named Dagon. The next morning, the false god had fallen over, as if bowing before the Ark of God. They stood it back up and the next morning it had fallen over again, this time with it’s head broke off. Jonah tried to run from God, was then swallowed up by a big fish who then barfed him up three days later. John made sure to mention in his Gospel that he beat Peter to the tomb (John 20:3-8). Thomas told the other disciples “Let’s go so that we may die with Him” on the way to the home of Lazarus whom Jesus was about to raise from the dead (John 11:16). So enjoy the soul medicine of laughter found below.

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news and events

growing into our future treeIf you would like to be a part of the God-sized dream we call Wellspring Christian Ministries, you can help with your one-time or monthly tax-deductible contribution. Now, with two ways to give, you can help us grow and expand our ministry. To donate to our general ministries, you can now make a contribution through our website. We are also seeking the perfect 200 (or more) acres of land on which we will build and do the various ministries God is leading us in. To make a donation towards Phase 1 of our Land and Building campaign, you can give at buymeacoffe.com. We like to think of ourselves as “Distributors of Living Water” …and for just the cost of a copy of coffee, you can be one too through your contribution that will have an eternal impact as we lead others to Christ, help Christians develop passionate relationships with God, and help couples connect and reignite their marriages. Who knew the cost of a cup of coffee could do so much? Donate today to become a Living Water Distributor

You can also make a contribution to our general ministries as we grow and expand our ministry as God leads through our website. To donate to our ministry expansion, click here.

  • Every gift will be acknowledged on our “Donor Wall” on our website. Just  leave your name the way you wish it to appear in the message box as you make your gift.
  • Every $50 will receive a free signed copy of Julia’s book, “God, Love & Marshmallow Wars”
  • Every $500 or more gift will receive the “God, Love & Marshmallow Wars” Couple Event for their church with Julia’s speaker fees waived (host site is still responsible for travel expense and other costs of the event).

give now

give now tree
Wellspring Christian Ministries is a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization.
Thank you for helping us grow!

#growingintoourfuture #fundraiser #buymeacoffee #WCM

Cover_mBOOKING NOW to be a host site for the NEW God, Love & Marshmallow Wars Book Tour & Couples Conference:

This event helps couples understand why the daily activities found in the book will equip them to build a stronger marriage and the book provides them with 365 intentional activities to take what they learn at the event and apply it on a daily basis. Through the event, couples will discover the Biblical “why” behind the categories of activities found in the book and the “how” these activities are important to building a stronger marriage. Focus points of the event includes :

  • How memorizing scripture together and studying God’s Word together as they study, meditate and apply scriptures related to marriage and life issues will help them develop marriages that honor God.
  • Why utilizing fun conversation starters that spark meaningful conversations will keep interest alive as they continually learn new things about each other.
  • Why keeping romance alive is essential to intimacy and connectivity.
  • How making memories and working together builds relationship investment bonds and how these investment bonds can become the knots that keeps them together through the tough times.
  • How they can understand what they are or are not contributing to the marriage as well as how they might be contributing to problems or potential problems within the relationship through the use of targeted, intentional personal reflections
  • Why it is important that couples never stop dating and how group dates with Christian friends can be both an encouragement and accountability to their own relationship.

During the event, couples will be given an activity from each focus point to do together, making this event an interactive, fun, and engaging event with practical, hands-on learning. Unlike other couple events that are over when the event ends, couples who attend the GLMW event will be able to apply what they learn when utilizing the book on a daily basis for a year. Since the book is not dated, couples are able to reuse the activities year after year to continue being intentional in strengthening their relationship with each other and with God as they strive to live out God’s design for marriage every day.

Learn more about hosting this event at your church or conference site by clicking here.

About the book: The GLMW book contains 365 daily challenges for couples to strengthen their relationships to each other and with God. Couples will complete activities such as Scripture memory, conversation starters, relationship builders, learning about Biblical marriage, romance builders, personal reflections, and date ideas. Click here to purchase your copy. (This link will open a new widow and take you to Westbow Press’ bookstore.) It is also available at Christian Book Distributors, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble

#GLMWcouplesevent #GLMWbook #intentionalmarriage #Godlymarriage

teespring spreadshop logos

T-shirt Fundraiser: We have a new product line of Christian apparel and accessories available in our Teespring Store and our new Spreadshop Store. You’ll find tee shirts, hoodies, tanks, socks, leggings, tote bags, mugs, iphone cases and more.

All proceeds go to the advancement of Wellspring Christian Ministries.
Thank you for helping us grow!

Click here to view the Teespring store. 

Click here to view the Spreadshop Store 

#fundraiser #tshirt #teespring #spreadshop

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Looking for a speaker for your next ministry event? Julia is now booking for 2019 and 2020 Christian events for women’s and couples’ ministries for both small and large events.
Book with us now.

Julia is CEO of Wellspring Christian Ministries, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping people and couples develop a passionate relationship with God. A public speaker, conference trainer, event planner, and blog writer, Julia is a two-time graduate from Grand Canyon University with a bachelor in Psychology and a masters in Professional Counseling. Saved as a child and raised in church and in a Christian home and private Christian School as a Pastor’s kid, Julia has taught Sunday school, led music, played the piano, served as Children’s Director, and engaged her gifts in many other areas of church life. Previously employed with the Florida Baptist Convention, Julia organized events and led conferences for church ministry assistants.

Julia enjoys sharing her journey as a growing Christian with others looking for a deeper connection with God. Through Bible study and her own life experiences, God has given Julia a passion to help couples understand God’s design for marriage while they learn to place God first in their marriage, cultivate meaningful relationships, build intimacy, and address the tougher issues that come in every marriage so that they can experience a marriage that honors and glorifies God. Julia also loves mentoring, teaching, and working with women to help them learn to live as Godly women.

With her history and experience growing up in both small and large churches, Julia enjoys bringing top level quality events to churches of all sizes. Her father largely pastored small churches and therefore she understands that these vital parts of the believing community need to be good stewards of the resources God provides them with. This knowledge inspires her passion for being available with a fresh perspective for those who want to provide their congregations with meaningful spiritual growth opportunities, regardless of size.

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Stick Plaque Fall Thankful Blessed and Pumpkin Spice Obsessed Stick Plaque

Special sentiment on skinny strip of pine wood

  • Weathered farmhouse appeal
  • For office, window sill, nightstand, shelf, or desk
  • 13.5″ x 1.5″ stick plaque
  • Pine is cut and printed in artisan font design
  • Handcrafted in the heart of Amish Country USA
  • thankful, blessed and pumpkin spice obsessed
336223: Harvest Blessings Jute Hanging Decor Harvest Blessings Jute Hanging Decor

Add personality to any space you call your own with pine slat wood sign

  • Jute string is attached- so easy to hang on knob, handle or hook
  • 10″ wide x 0.375″ deep x 3.375″ high
  • Handcrafted in the heart of Amish Country USA
  • Stylistic artisan lettering
  • Choose one for you and one to share!
  • harvest blessings
008445: Have A Blessed Day Candle Have A Blessed Day Candle

Jar candle 26 ounce size

  • Clean burning wax>
  • Burns 120-140 hours
  • Lead-free wick
  • Premium fragrance
  • Scent-lock lid, matte black
  • Made in the USA
  • Artisan design with star
  • Have a blessed day
  • Scent: Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla
  • Home decor fragrance
  • Gift you’ll love to give
1113106: Family Table Runner

Family Table Runner

Family Table Runner

Poly linen table runner 72″ x 13″

  • Welcome Home Collection
  • Natural shades; leaf accent, bead leaves at each shaped end
  • A grateful family is a happy family; leaf motif and appliqued lettering
468055: Gather Together Table Runner Gather Together Table Runner

Table runner adds the finishing touch to your dining room or eating area. Crafted of 100% cotton, it’s equally at home in country, cottage, or contemporary rooms.

  • Natural feel of high caliber craftsmanship
  • 16″ wide x 72″ long
  • Artisan font design
  • Gather Together
  • Trending design, yet warm and homey; not just for special occasions
  • Washing instructions included
96816: Taste And See, Salt And Pepper Shaker Set Taste And See, Salt And Pepper Shaker Set

White ceramic salt and pepper set with tray, right at home in your kitchen or on your dining table.Scripture verse quotes in uspcale font design.

  • Taste and see that the Lord is good. Psalm 34:8, Blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him. Psalm 34:8Shakers are 3″ x 1.75″; matching ceramic tray is 4.75″ x 2.75″.Kitchen or dining table
1113113: Gather Here Platter Gather Here Platter

Oval ceramic platter

  • Welcome Home Collection
  • 17″ x 12″
  • Creamy white; leaf motif
  • Gather here with grateful hearts
  • Artisan script; farmhouse look
421509: Give Thanks Round Platter Give Thanks Round Platter

Glass Fusion ® art platter designed by Lori Siebert in vibrant and artful style to your fall table. Give thanks in swirling font; 13″ round platter.Handwash only; not intended for microwave.Distinctive technique of colroed glass and iridescent metallic finish. For entertaining and celebrating all year round.

670352: Give Thanks Light Box Give Thanks Light Box

Add warmth to your room decor with plug-in light box framed design

  • Box is 6″ x 7.5″ x 3″
  • Insert image is 5″ x 7″ approximately
  • Electrical cord with handy on/off switch; includes 7-watt bulb
  • Illuminated accent
  • Seasonal color for Fall
  • Give thanks with wheat motifmotif
941683: So Very Thankful Incredibly Grateful And Unbelievably Blessed, Pallet Art So Very Thankful Incredibly Grateful And Unbelievably Blessed, Pallet Art

Rustic wall decor made of natural pine slats; simple yet refined accent for your home.

  • Artisan lettering design
  • Constructed in similar fashion to an actual shipping pallet
  • Sawtooth hanger on the back, easy to hang
  • 17″ x 23.5″
  • So very thankful, incredibly grateful, and unbelievably blessed
660105: Harvest Blessings Ceramic Vase Harvest Blessings Ceramic Vase

Ceramic gift vase in creamy white

  • Harvest floral design and autumn sentiment
  • Harvest Blessings
  • 8″ high x 4″ wide; safe for dishwasher
  • Add your own bouquet of fall flowers or woodland greenery
  • Classic trending design
200859: Give Thanks Ceramic Crock with Candle Give Thanks Ceramic Crock with Candle

Ceramic crock in farmhouse style with pumpkin motif

  • Designed by Suzi Skoglund
  • Pumpkin spice candle
  • 4.75″ x 4.25″ large size; reusable crock with handle
  • Give Thanks
  • Autumn decor; hostess gift idea
928325: But First Coffee House Sign But First Coffee House Sign

Shaped structures in wood with decorative architectural details and words of inspiration

  • Arrange on a shelf or desk for your own neighborhood grouping
  • Tuck into a spot on your desk or kitchen counter
  • Made in the USA in the heart of Amish country
  • Cut from pine, distressed accents; artistic embellishments
  • Will stand on shelf or sill
  • But first coffee
  • 6″ high x 5.25″ wide
  • Coffee shop with “open” sign; double doors
814721: Fall Wreath Door Hanger Fall Wreath Door Hanger

Fall door decor creates a warm welcome to your home

  • Give Thanks turkey is fade and weather-resistant
  • Polyburlap, shaped fabric door decor
  • Attached grosgrain ribbon for hanging
  • 22″ x 25″
  • Thanksgiving Decor
698951: Thankful & Blessed Door Mat Thankful & Blessed Door Mat

Seasonal doormat to welcome fall

  • Outdoor/indoor
  • Thick, non-slip rubber backing
  • 17″ x 29″
  • Polyester top; permanent print; fade and mildew-resistant
  • Printed in the USA
  • Pumpkins, plaid and autumn colors
  • Thankful & Blessed
049004: Thankful Pumpkins, Tea Towel Thankful Pumpkins, Tea Towel

Tea towel with appliqued stacked pumpkins

  • 17.25″ x 2.5″
  • thankful embroidered sentiment; stitched edging
  • Natural background in today’s trending look
  • Created by the Daughters of Hope, a fair trade, social enterprise based in Southern India that provides training and employment to impoverished women. Daughters of Hope provides much more than a healthy work environment, and is committed to giving dignity and freedom to those who have been caught up in the cycle of economic and social oppression.Your purchase helps to support this mission.
672131: God"s Starting Point Mug God’s Starting Point Mug

True and Write Gift Collection in bold font design

  • Understated grey and white
  • Mug, 14 ounce capacity; ceramic
  • Message on both sides
  • Impossible is God’s starting point
  • Lettering created by artist Jon Huckeby
  • Boxed
0100554: Gather Here Pie Place Gather Here Pie Place

Pie plate in black and white; Gather Here Collection

  • Gather here with a greatful heart
  • Fluted edge; glazed ceramic; 9.5″
  • 2″ x 11″ x 11″
  • Ceramic
  • Farmhouse look