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Encouraging Bookmark Cricut Design Space Cut File

Encouraging Bookmark Cricut Design Space Cut File

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14Apr

Encouraging Bookmark Cricut Design Space Cut File

Last week on Have Faith Stationery I share with you a Cricut Access greeting card cut file called ” Hosanna!” that is absolutely stunning! Today’s handcrafted blog article is no exception; however, this time I am just sharing an example of an encouraging bookmark cut file for Cricut Design Space that you can design on your own. You can either add embellishments from Cricut Cartridges you already own or  with your own stamps  and/or art work.

Please keep in mind that in order to use any of the Cricut Design Space cut files you need to have an account with them and a Cricut Die cutting machine. When I first started posting content on Have Faith Stationery Blog I forgot to mention that you need this in order to access these files.

 

 

Encouraging Bookmark Cricut Design Space Cut File

Encouraging Bookmark Cricut Design Space Cut File

Supplies Needed

  • Cricut Design Space Cut File   
  • Cricut Explore, Cricut Explore Air, or Cricut Maker Machine
  • Xyron adhesive machine ( Xyron creative or the Xyron X for tiny embellishments)
  • Heavy weight card stock
  • Favorite die cut embellishments
  • Favorite stamps and ink

Directions

This Cricut Design Space cut file gives you the liberty to create a bookmark to encourage others . Choose from a variety of Cricut Cartridges, embellishments you own, and stamp designs.

 

Cricut Design Space File

 With just a few supplies you can make your own stationery for any occasion to Glorify God. Your beautiful bookmark can be sent out to libraries in your communities, at coffee shops, and within your sphere of influence. Every day is a great day to encourage someone who may feel discouraged.

I hope today’s Have Faith Stationery blog tutorial was a blessing to your craft room.

Many Blessings,

Kristal

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“Hosanna, In the Highest!” Cricut Design Space Greeting Card

“Hosanna, In the Highest!” Cricut Design Space Greeting Card

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06Apr

Hosanna in the Highest!

Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! ( Singing along in my heart)

In today’s Have Faith Stationery tutorial I am featuring a Cricut Design Space Cut file that is featured for Cricut Access members only.  It makes me so happy when I able to find pre-made greeting card cut files for my Cricut that Glorify God.

As a bonus to today’s post I have included one of my favorite devotional songs that my children and I sing along together that  simplifies Matthew 21:9-11 into a beautiful melody of praise. “Hide ’em in your Heart”.  

Hosanna Handcrafted Greeting Card

Hosanna in the Highest! Greeting Card

Supplies Needed

  • Cricut Design Space Cut File   
  • Cricut Explore, Cricut Explore Air, or Cricut Maker Machine
  • Xyron adhesive machine ( Xyron creative or the Xyron X for tiny embellishments)
  • Dark Blue card stock for greeting card base
  • Peach or light pink card stock for angel body
  • Gold Shimmer card stock for angel hair
  • Silver Shimmer card stock for angel clothing
  • Medium blue card stock for angel wings
  • Light blue card stock for angel wings
  •  2 pieces of white card stock for layer panel ( inside greeting card) and white banner die cut
  • Brown card stock for “Hosanna” die cut sentiment
  • Dark Blue ink with ink dauber to add dimensional detail
  • Silver star gems in various sizes
  • Foam tape or square to add dimension to Hosanna banner
  • Liquid glue of your choice
  • Pair this card with any of your favorite Scriptural sentiment and snail mail it!

Directions

Die cut all the pieces out in the appropriate colors, add some ink to the edges of the card base, and use adhesives of your choice.  If you don’t have a shimmery card stock you can substitute for Shimmer pens or glitter card stock of your choice.

 

Cricut Design Space File

 With just a few supplies you can make your own stationery for any occasion to Glorify God. This beautiful card can be sent any time of year and it is not limited to the birth of Christ:

Let’s make our focus as believers in  Jesus Christ be on the resurrection of Him because that is the place we are to live our lives.

Steve Green Hosanna!

 I hope you enjoyed today’s Cricut Design Space Tutorial of ” Hosanna in the Highest” greeting card as well as the beautiful song for the whole family to sing along to.  I hope that Have Faith Stationery  blog posts inspire you to snail mail handcrafted stationery that shares such truthful and  powerful messages about Jesus Christ.  If you have any questions, please comment below.

Many Blessings,

Kristal

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Walk Through Prayer Journal Made with the Cricut Explore Air Machine

Walk Through Prayer Journal Made with the Cricut Explore Air Machine

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28Feb

Walk Through Prayer Journal Made with the Cricut Explore Air Machine

Have you ever wanted to keep track of your prayer life? Create your personal Prayer Journal with just a few supplies!

In today’s blog article I will share with you a pictorial walk through of my prayer journal made with the Cricut Explore Air and the Design Space File to create your very own Prayer Journal!

The Cricut Design Space file is quite large and this project will take you some time.  I  home school my children so I had to break it up into a span of a week or so (give or take). I think I started with printing and cutting first then I laminated each section last. Although it is time consuming it is worth it especially if you are serious about documenting your prayer life and journey with Jesus Christ. The only thing I think I would change about the process would be to have it spiral bound rather than in a binder.

Walk Through Prayer Journal Made with the Cricut Explore Air Machine

Supplies Used

Paper Pack 12×12  Jen Hadfield  Best of Meilleur D’ Mejor De ( Paper pad unavailable for purchase)

Michaels 110lb  white card stock

Michaels 65lb white cardstock

Epson Workforce 3620 printer

Cricut Air Machine

Cricut Design Space Prayer Journal File

Scotch Laminator with pouches

Xyron Machine Adhesive

3 Hole punch

White Binder

Notebook filler paper

Quick Tip: Before attaching the label to the journalling sections and laminating the paper, adhere some double sided tape on the back of the scrapbook paper to keep the alignment straight .  This extra step is tedious but you will be happy with the results in the end.

Cricut Design Space File

Handmade Journals are my Jam!

As far back as I can remember, I would spend hours in my journal creating a variety of entries: poems, songs, doodling, and writing ideas down. Before e-readers became the BIG thing there was a place called ” Barnes and Nobles.” I would save up cash to purchase my favorite leather bound journals and collect them. Each journal had it’s purpose and it was so luxurious to have my own leather journal from Italy or France.

I am a prayer warrior and I really enjoy keeping record of where God’s hands are moving in my life. This prayer journal was inspired by fellow Cricut paper Crafter named Staci Williams. She posted a video a few years about how to create your own prayer journal. I personalized my own and over time it transformed into what I am sharing with you today. You can visit her blog  “Love that Bug” .

Through this journaling style I have been able to articulate my prayer life that is successful and effective. I am also closer to The Lord because I can just sit down and be quiet.  By journaling my prayers, I can have an open conversation with my Lord about what is really going on in my life that concerns me. Scripture says: If we draw close to Him, He will draw near to us. By drawing near to Him, I have seen so many prayers answered. I believe this tool has been so valuable that it sometimes gets overlooked in the community of believers.

 

Making journals and writing in them have always interested me. Sure, I can just go to the store and purchase a journal and notebooks to store all of these wonderful entries, but I have a lot of enjoyment creating things with my hands and technology. One day I will make my own leather bound journal, it’s on my bucket list!

I have been looking for an affordable and creative way to create keepsakes of all my prayer journal entries as well as bible study notes. I really want to make sure that I am going to consistently use the binding tool before I purchase it. If you happen to have a binding tool for your journals, please comment below. If you need advice about how to navigate paper crafting please take a moment to read my previous blog article ” How to Make Quality Cards without Breaking your Wallet.”

With just a few paper crafting supplies you can create something beautiful to glorify God. If you have any questions about today’s Cricut Design Space File please feel free to contact me or comment below.

I hope today’s blog article was a blessing to you and inspired you to dive deep into your prayer life.

Many Blessings,

Kristal DeBold

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Free DIY Cricut Design Space Greeting Card File

Free DIY Cricut Design Space Greeting Card File

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22Feb

Free DIY Cricut Design Space Greeting Card File

In today’s Cricut Design Space Cut file I am featuring the front of this card. I purposely did not include a  greeting card base because I wanted to give you the freedom to use whatever you have in your stash and not be limited.

This greeting card can be both for young boys or gentlemen. The pattern paper is what really sets the tone for each design. I hope you have enjoyed today’s Cricut Design Space Greeting Card File. To view more of the projects created with the Cricut Explore Air, please visit my portfolio.

DIY Cricut Design Space Greeting Card File

Create a stunning greeting card with your Cricut !

Supplies Needed

  • Cricut Design Space Cutting File
  • Cricut Explore, Air, or Maker Machine
  • Printer ( print at the best quality possible)
  • Card base of your choice
  • Masculine pattern paper of your choice
  • Coordinating solid card stock
  • Sewing machine for top embroidery ( optional)
  • Adhesive ( I use Xyron runners)
  • Memento Fade-resistant Dye Ink
Cricut Design Space File

Please Note: This project is for personal use only. Please refer to my terms and conditions tab for more information.

With just a few supplies you can make your own stationery for any occasion to Glorify God. If you have any questions about this handcrafted greeting card design, please comment below.

Many Blessings!

Kristal

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Beautiful Butterfly Greeting Card -Cricut Design Space Cut File

Beautiful Butterfly Greeting Card -Cricut Design Space Cut File

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15Feb

Beautiful Butterfly Greeting Card -Cricut Design Space Cut File

In my previous posts I showcased pictures of the greeting cards I have designed with the Cricut. In today’s post I am sharing the Design Space Cut File for the Beautiful Butterfly Greeting Card.

This greeting card was created before there was Cricut Design Space; however, for all intent purposes I have added it to my digital content to make life easier on me as I grow my handcrafted stationery shop.

I have purposely left sizes up to you  just in case you are in a jam and don’t have all the materials needed to create the full project. You can either use pre-cut greeting cards and envelopes from your favorite company or card stock of your own. In the final project I have used both and they worked out fantastic!

Please Note: This project is for personal use only. Please refer to my terms and conditions tab for more information.

Beautiful Butterfly Stationery Set

Beautiful Butterfly Greeting Card

Supplies Needed

  • Cricut Design Space Cut File   
  • Cricut Explore, Cricut Explore Air, or Cricut Maker Machine
  • Xyron adhesive machine ( Xyron creative or the Xyron X for tiny embellishments)
  • Card Stock for greeting card base
  • Light card stock for envelope
  • Liquid glue of your choice
  • Favorite background Stamp ( the stamp I used was from Japan and is no longer available)
  •  Favorite gem or pearl for accents
  • VersaMark ink pad for Embossing ( to create a tone on tone look I used a coordinating colored ink and Versa Mark ink to emboss)
  • Clear embossing powder
  • Heat Gun
  • Sentiment stamp

This greeting card file is set up for a beginning card maker or an advanced. If you want more embellishment for your butterflies, first emboss them with your favorite stamp/embossing powder then finish with glossy accents or a quick layer of clear embossing ink. If you don’t have these tools, but own an embossing folder- they will look just as beautiful!

 

Cricut Design Space File

With just a few supplies you can make your own stationery for any occasion to Glorify God. If you have any questions about this handcrafted greeting card design, please comment below.

Many Blessings!

Kristal

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How Can You Love Yourself and Others in a Culture Obsessed with Material Wealth and Perfectionism?

How Can You Love Yourself and Others in a Culture Obsessed with Material Wealth and Perfectionism?

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08Feb

How Can You Love Yourself and Others in a Culture Obsessed with Material Wealth and Perfectionism?

We live in a cultural time where most people are lovers of material things more than people. My family and I live as Biblical as we possibly can in an ever over-consuming world.  When we really like something we express how much we enjoy what the Good Lord provides. In the end, all of this stuff is just stuff – People are more important than stuff.  We make mistakes, we give each other grace, and we keep moving forward without condemnation. We are just doing our best not to be over consumed by loving things more than we love people.

I was inspired to write this because I believe through Christ I have overcome the obsession with perfectionism. I used to love things particularly creating art and having things look perfect more than loving God.  I am thankful that The Lord has mercy and saved my life from the emptiness that comes from loving things more than people. I am most certainly not where I would like to be, but Thank God I am not where I used to be in this area.

Remember materialism and perfectionism are the devils little foxes that spoil the vine. Please take note that the world’s definition of perfection and God’s definition of perfection are very different. Please do not make the same mistake I made and believe they both work together because they don’t. If you are interested in the subject, please take some time to look at the biblical definition of perfection and do a personal study on the matter.

 After learning about this particular topic, my family and I have found out that loving material things more than God is considered idolatry and is not acceptable in the Kingdom of God. So we’ve settled with ourselves and each other to emphasize loving The Lord with all our hearts, mind, and souls- then love people as we love ourselves. Just because we’ve settled with this truth doesn’t mean we are good at putting this into action. This isn’t an over night thing, please really let that one sink in. Love doesn’t happen overnight and it’s not found in religion. Love is found in relationship. This kind of love takes time and it isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. I do believe that the heart of God;  just like every loving parent is more invested in the relationship than the outward results of behavior.

 

 

What Does Love Really Mean?

It truly takes the power of Jesus Christ and His Holy Spirit to really love..

Let’s take a moment to look at what Scripture says about love in 1 Corinthians 13

1 Corinthians 13 New Living Translation (NLT)

If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn’t love others, I would only be a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I had the gift of prophecy, and if I understood all of God’s secret plans and possessed all knowledge, and if I had such faith that I could move mountains, but didn’t love others, I would be nothing. 3 If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn’t love others, I would have gained nothing.

 

4 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud 5 or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. 6 It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. 7 Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.
8 Prophecy and speaking in unknown languages and special knowledge will become useless. But love will last forever! 9 Now our knowledge is partial and incomplete, and even the gift of prophecy reveals only part of the whole picture! 10 But when the time of perfection comes, these partial things will become useless.
11 When I was a child, I spoke and thought and reasoned as a child. But when I grew up, I put away childish things. 12 Now we see things imperfectly, like puzzling reflections in a mirror, but then we will see everything with perfect clarity. All that I know now is partial and incomplete, but then I will know everything completely, just as God now knows me completely.
13 Three things will last forever—faith, hope, and love—and the greatest of these is love.

 

 

So how can you love yourself and others in a biblical context while living in a culture that is obsessed with vanity, material wealth, and perfectionism?

The answer is still found in 1 Corinthians 13, it takes time and effort to love this way, but through the power of the Holy Spirit – this kind of love is perfected in Christ and obtainable. Hallelujah! I have not arrived but I am on the way.

 

4 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud 5 or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. 6 It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. 7 Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.

 

 

 

I spent a lot of time trying to figure out how to really love God, love myself, and others. I really don’t want hit and miss results here.  I really want to love the way Jesus loves me.  So I began to pray about it. I have asked the Lord to help me articulate 1 Corinthians 13 into my every day life. Please take note this is a little reminder for me on how to love others on a moment to moment basis.  We all have our own interpretation of the word love based on experiences-So let’s all just keep growing towards the real definition of love from a biblical context. I  know that I am learning and growing in this area daily and as I grow- I am making many mistakes but God is so good He even makes my mistakes to prosper.

Please enjoy this free Scripture printable of 1 Corinthians 13

The Simplicity of loving yourself and others means

  • Renew your mind and keep it set on the finished work of Jesus Christ ( living from a place of the resurrection)
  • Guarding your heart above all else
  • Set healthy and realistic goals for yourself
  • Have healthy boundaries in place for everyone including yourself
  • Saying no more often ( let people experience disappointment, it will help them understand you are not a doormat)
  • Only committing yourself to what you can accomplish in each season of life.
  • Eat frequently, hydrate, and get plenty of rest ( No staying up late to craft)
  • Speak kindly to yourself and others even when things go unexpectedly
  • Have plenty of Do- overs ( in case you haven’t practiced this before a do over simply means- I messed up and I need to do that thing I should have done right over again)
  • Do not over work yourself ( do what you can with the time you have and save the rest for the next day)
  • Start doing one thing at a time, multi-tasking triggers frustration, anger, and isn’t bringing productivity.
  • Do not rush yourself on the account of someone else’s impatience.
  • Stay committed to the calling God has for you. Remain loyal, faithful, and trustworthy.

I hope this blog article about How Can You Love Yourself and Others in a Culture Obsessed with Material Wealth and Perfectionism has been insightful and a blessing to you. Please make sure to download your free copy of the Scripture art I have included with this post.

Many Blessings,

Kristal

Our Love Greeting Card- Cricut Design Space Cut File

Our Love Greeting Card- Cricut Design Space Cut File

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01Feb

Our Love Greeting Card- Cricut Design Space Cut File

In today’s blog article I will be sharing with you a Cricut Design Space cut file that will help you create a heartfelt message to your loved one.  Before there was Cricut Design Space, I had to figure out how to create the all my greeting card and stationery designs in a way that conveyed my message inexpensively and within my skill set. I am so thankful that my husband generously gave me a huge stack of his expired flight maps. If you have something vintage that isn’t something you can just go find online, I suggest using that as the material for the background layer.

At the time of this design, all I had was my Cricut Expression and a printer.

 

Romantic Masculine Stationery

Cricut Design Space File

SUPPLIES NEEDED

  • Cricut Explore, Cricut Explore Air, Cricut Maker
  • Cricut Design Space
  •  Cricut Design Space File
  • Masculine Pattern paper ( please note- the flight maps I chose are not available in stores as they are authentic flight maps that were given to me as a gift)
  • Adhesive
  • Printer or Cricut Marker ( write then cut feature- you will have to change that if you want to do this instead of printing)
  • Heavy card stock for the base of your card
  • envelope ( I have included an envelope in the file)

This is such a versatile design that you can change the heart embellishment and choose something to suite your style and taste. I have purposely left the greeting card dimensions as is so you have the liberty to adjust it for your taste. Please Note: This project is for personal use only. Please refer to my terms and conditions tab for more information.

Cricut Design Space File

With just a few supplies you can make your own stationery for any occasion to Glorify God. If you have any questions about this handcrafted greeting card design, please comment below.

Many Blessings!

Kristal

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Free DIY Cricut Design Space- Print Then Cut Greeting Card Biblical Sentiment

Free DIY Cricut Design Space- Print Then Cut Greeting Card Biblical Sentiment

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25Jan

Free DIY Cricut Design Space- Print Then Cut Greeting Card Biblical Sentiment

DIY Print Then Cut Sentiment File

Cricut Design Space Greeting Card Project

Cricut Design Space Greeting Card

Supplies Needed

  • Cricut Design Space Cutting File
  • Cricut Explore, Air, or Maker Machine
  • Printer ( print at the best quality possible)
  •  Pre- Cut Greeting Card ( I chose Michael’s 5×7 card and envelope set)- perfect paper weight for printing
  • Masculine pattern paper of your choice
  • Coordinating solid card stock
  • Adhesive ( I use Xyron runners)
  • Memento Fade-resistant Dye Ink

The cut file for Cricut Design Space you are using only contains the sentiment and label. You will need to use your own card bases for the completion of this card. To view more of the projects created with the Cricut Explore Air, please visit my portfolio.

 

With just a few supplies you can make your own stationery for any occasion to Glorify God. If you have any questions about this handcrafted greeting card design, please comment below.

Many Blessings!

Kristal

 

Please Note: This project is for personal use only. Please refer to my terms and conditions tab for more information.

Cricut Design Space File
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Free DIY Cricut Greeting Card Cut File: Masculine Wood Grain Stationery

Free DIY Cricut Greeting Card Cut File: Masculine Wood Grain Stationery

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20Jan

DIY Cricut Design Space Wood Grain Greeting Card

Create a stunning masculine greeting card with just a few supplies

Supplies Needed :
Coordinating colors of you choice
Wood embossing folder or wood grain stamp
Versa Mark Ink
clear embossing powder
white embossing powder
heat tool
sentiment stamp
card base color of your choice
3Dimensional Adhesive
matching twine

Instructions:

Cut all items out of your favorite card stock
Stamp, emboss, and heat faux wood grain panels.
Assemble as pictured

Cricut Design Space Cut File

With just a few supplies you can make your own stationery for any occasion to Glorify God. If you have any questions about this handcrafted greeting card design, please comment below.

Many Blessings!

Kristal

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Sharing the Love of the Gospel Through Stationery – Why Does it Matter? pt 2

Sharing the Love of the Gospel Through Stationery – Why Does it Matter? pt 2

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18Jan

Sharing the Love of the Gospel Through Stationery- Why Does it Matter? Pt. 2

 

In last weeks blog article, I shared with you ” The Beginnings of Have Faith Stationery. ” Today in my two part series I will share with you my biggest reasons why I share the Gospel of Jesus Christ through stationery and paper crafting.  If you haven’t read part 1 of this series, please take a moment to visit it here

In today’s part two blog article, I will share with you 14 examples of the most needed and desired people to share the Gospel with through your handmade stationery and greeting cards. At the end of today’s post is a wonderful reminder from the King of Glory about giving to the needy and about earthly possessions.

If you are a card maker and have found yourself asking what else can I make? Who can benefit from the greeting cards I make?

 May I encourage you to create stationery to Glorify God and spread His message? I plan on using the tools and talent He’s given  to reach the lost and broken hearted in my sphere of influence. Would you like to join me in sowing the seeds of faith to reap a harvest of blessings for the Kingdom of God?

If this topic interests you, please have the liberty to get started.  In the weeks to come I have planned out a series of blog articles for Cricut Design Space Files that can help you get started with making cards.

14 examples of expanding the Gospel in the lives around you

  •  First, make cards for your family.  It’s so important to focus on the spiritual needs of your household before you branch out to share the Gospel.

  • Make greeting cards for the homeless
  • Make greeting cards for the lonely
  • Make greeting cards for the elder
  • Make greeting cards for the single parents and orphans
  • Make greeting cards for your enemies
  • Make greeting cards for the people who clean the toilets at your job
  • Make greeting cards for the sick and lame and tell them the Good News that Jesus heals all sickness!
  • Make greeting cards for the military, the veterans, and their families
  • Make greeting cards for the poor and meet their needs
  • Make greeting cards for the missionaries who will visit other countries ( the workers are few but they need your help)
  • Make greeting cards for your neighbors
  • Make greeting cards for the fellowship you attend so as a community of believers you can further expand your reach of the lost
  • Make greeting cards for the people that everyone else forgets about.

Jesus didn’t forget about You or them and we shouldn’t either!

Jesus’ Teaching about Giving to the Needy Matthew 6 NLT

 “Watch out! Don’t do your good deeds publicly, to be admired by others, for you will lose the reward from your Father in heaven. 2 When you give to someone in need, don’t do as the hypocrites do—blowing trumpets in the synagogues and streets to call attention to their acts of charity! I tell you the truth, they have received all the reward they will ever get. 3 But when you give to someone in need, don’t let your left hand know what your right hand is doing. 4 Give your gifts in private, and your Father, who sees everything, will reward you.”

Isn’t this message about giving powerful? In our culture the average person spends most of their time “sharing” all their good deeds on social media. Let us all live the example that The Lord Jesus Christ has set before us and give to those in need privately.

Jesus’ Teaching about Money and Possessions Matthew 6 NLT

19 “Don’t store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.

22 “Your eye is like a lamp that provides light for your body. When your eye is healthy, your whole body is filled with light. 23 But when your eye is unhealthy, your whole body is filled with darkness. And if the light you think you have is actually darkness, how deep that darkness is!

24 “No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and be enslaved to money.

25 “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn’t life more than food, and your body more than clothing? 26 Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them. And aren’t you far more valuable to him than they are? 27 Can all your worries add a single moment to your life?

28 “And why worry about your clothing? Look at the lilies of the field and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing, 29 yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. 30 And if God cares so wonderfully for wildflowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you. Why do you have so little faith?

31 “So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ 32 These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. 33 Seek the Kingdom of God[e] above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. 34 “So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.

I am thankful for the reminders from The Lord Jesus Christ about the things of this earth.  I am thankful that I don’t have to worry about my life because Jesus already has the provision I need daily. I really like making cards but I don’t want to make it more important than my relationship with God or people.  My focus for 2019 and beyond is that I will love the Lord with all my heart, mind, and soul. Then I want to love myself more and extend more love to my neighbors.

It is my hope that my 2 part blog article series “Sharing the Love of the Gospel Through Stationery- Why Does it Matter?” was a enormous blessings to you in your paper crafting journey and with people.

“How beautiful are the feet of messengers who bring good news!”
Many Blessing in the Messiah,
Kristal
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