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It has come to my attention that someone has been reaching out to people, telling them they are the giveaway winner. They are asking for the person to send money for shipping. This is NOT me! Do not send any money or give out any personal information. I will be picking the winner this Saturday, May 4. I will email the person directly from kelsey@faithfulacresfarmhouse.com Thank you! PS I love reading all these testimonies. They are so beautiful!
Thank you for addressing this, I got a message from this scam as well.
My Mom and Grandma were my influences. I grew up in a Christian home. You never have to apologize for the noise that is going on around you. I am 70 years old and I miss the sounds of children. You have such a beautiful family. God has richly blessed you. Keep following Him, His teachings are the only ones we all should listen to. God bless you and your family. 🙏🙏🙏❤
I was introduced to Jesus by my parents, but I didn't go on my own personal journey with Jesus until 4 years ago when my spirit felt compelled by God to either leave a destructive and disturbing relationship I was in and follow Him, or choose to stay in it. I chose Jesus.
I've been imperfectly following Him since then, but He has blessed me greatly and gave me a husband who encourages me to mature in my faith and continue walking in submission to Christ every day. It was, and will forever be, the best decision I've ever made 😊
Jesus introduced me to Himself in a dream when i was a teenager. ❤
I came to Jesus on my own when I was 25 after feeling the gentle pull my whole life. So I got baptized into the Catholic Church in 2014 and it has been the best life changing thing I ever did 😊
I read an amazing quote this week. It's from mother Teresa. It said; if you want to change the world, go home and love your family. As we love and serve our husband's and kids we send them I to the world rooted and grounded in love and character. It's truly a ministry. It encouraged me, so I wanted to share. C
My mother introduced me to Jesus when I was very young. We are a very devoted Catholic family and now my husband and I are raising our 4 children in a very traditionally Catholic home. I am SO thankful to have found you on here! It's not easy finding such like minded people these days. Thank you for all you do!❤
Honestly this video is so refreshing hearing the kids in the background and interrupting you. I feel like most mommy “influencers” make it look like they don’t have kids 😂 and I finally feel like I can relate to someone! ♥️ I’m Catholic too in MN ! :)
I found Jesus through my mom and dad as a little child. Jesus saved me
First off, as a mom of 4 young kids as well, this video was so real. ❤ thank you for this normalcy!!
I was raised in the church (southern Baptist) but never connected with it. I viewed it as my mom’s “over the top” religion and it took me a long time, a lot of hard lessons, to begin my own journey. I started with small steps! Going to a local church regularly and getting involved. Next thing you know, I’m finding you and other Godly homemakers, reading my Bible regularly and making God first in my life. My family never gave up on me and God’s grace is everything! I’m still learning but I’m not (and never will be) alone!
I was baptized when I was around 4. My parents were more cafeteria Catholics, so most of my catechesis came from school.
There were a few events God used to draw me closer to Him, starting when I was 18, that led me to really explore and learn about my faith. I think when I was 32 was when He really broke me and I started the deep dive into my faith and never looked back. The Real Presence can be so very healing.
The short version of my testimony is that I came to know Jesus initially as a younger child because of the pastor coming knocking on our door and inviting us to ride the bus to church on Sundays. Me and my brother were then the influencers who got my mom to come to know Jesus. Unfortunately, I did walk away from the Lord for many years due to mistreatment within the church, but myself and my husband came back to Jesus almost 20 years ago. We both finally saw that serving Jesus wasn’t about rules and punishments, but about an intimate relationship with Jesus. As I sought what God had to say in His Word and applied it to my life, I found a peace and fulfillment like I’d never known before.
Don't be sorry about all the noise. It adds to the video and makes it so much more relatable! lol! Sometimes people see someone with your lifestyle and think that it is all quiet & roses and, then, when they try to have a similar lifestyle, they are discouraged that their life isn't as pristine. You are perfectly demonstrating the chaos that can come with being a homemaker/homeschooler. I love that!
I was raised Catholic so my parents introduced me to Jesus but I didn’t really have a true understanding of Him and fell away from the faith. I found my way back after hardships in life. I love your channel and your humble ways, thank you for sharing your Christian life with us so we can learn and be inspired and encouraged.
Hi Kelsey! I’m in my late 60s, raised two children and am currently helping to raise my grandson, who is 2. So your videos are so timely and inspiring and beautiful to me. They’re also very authentic. My grandson makes as much noise as your children in this video. 😉😂🥰
Jesus introduced Himself to me in a vision when I was a small child.
My mom and dad were godly parents who taught and modeled what it means to walk with Christ. They were the ones who first taught my about Jesus. My mom herself led me to accept Christ!
The person who influenced my decision to become a Christian was a sweet older woman we called Granny Vickie.
Hi. My family has helped me be raised and learn about who Jesus is. My husband is the one that keeps helping me learning more about the grace if God. I love your videos. I came across your videos and they helped me hear God's word while doing mine house work. And they have helped me get closer to what is asked of me as a wife and mother. Thank you.
My friend introduced me Jesus. I walked away from my faith because I was suffering depression and anxiety and with her help I was able to get back in my faith and grow deeply. I got baptized again and just have grown so much
So happy for you! ❤
I started going to Sunday school with my cousin when I was two, and learned all about Jesus. I didn't know him, and I wasn't a christian just because I went to church. When I was 13, I came face to face with my sin and complete helplessness to do anything to be right for heaven. I realized only one thing could make me fit and ready- God's gift of the holy, pure blood of Jesus. I accepted his sacrifice for me, and I am his. My name is engraved on his palm and written in the Lamb's book of life.
I guess that Jesus introduced himself to me 😊
My high school best friend’s mom. I’m so grateful for her great love for Jesus and she loved me so much she wanted that for me too! She is in heaven now and I know I will see her in heaven some day.
I’m nearly 75 years young. I guess I don’t remember not knowing about Jesus. I was saved at Bible school when I was nearly 8 years old. I was one of your first subscribers and I been an enthusiastic follower. God bless ❣️
When I was a young adult stationed at a military base in Italy we a
Had an American Catholic priest, Father Clay, who always told us that "Christ has no hands but our hands, no feet but our feet and no voice but our voice in which to reach out to others. " These words have stayed with me throughout the decades. Today I do prison ministry and I still think of this priest. Sadly he died of a heart attack at age 35. I still ask for his intercession. God bless Kelsey and your beautiful channel...isabella ✝️
Wow. This is so beautiful. I love that! Am going to remember that. ❤️ I love that you're asking for his intercession. So beautiful!
I'm from South Africa. I learnt about God from my parents. I grew up in a Christian Lutheran home and my husband and I are now raising our 3 girls in the same way x
My husband truly introduced me to Jesus. My connection with the Lord grows stronger every day. I let go of all my social media/outside influences, homeschool my daughter (she just graduated, yay!) and have turned my focus to my home and I find comfort in channels like yours. Thank you for all that you do
The background noise and featuring your kids shows authenticity. I was just laughing at your interaction with your kids!
Hi, while I come from a culturally Christian home, a sweet friend in junior high invited me to church and youth group with her. It was the first time I met Him ❤️
As a homemaker and mother of 5 boys (4 months, 20 months, 3, 5 & 6 years old), I honestly appreciate the background noise of your little ones. As well as your advice/wisdom. You have inspired me to do better in areas I have slacked on. You and your family are much appreciated. ❤
My grandparents introduced me to Jesus. ❤ My parents never went to church until I was a teenager. When I was little, I spent summers with my grandparents and they always took me to church and I would get to sing with my grandpa. He was a wonderful singer! Those are some of my very favorite childhood memories. I’m 41 now and still sing at church every Sunday and was made music director at my small church this past year. My 13 year old daughter sings with our group and it’s such a blessing to get to create those memories with her that I had with my grandpa. ❤ I know this is past the giveaway deadline, but I wanted to share anyway. Your channel is very inspiring and I’m happy to be a new subscriber!
I was introduced to Jesus as a young child growing up in a military family & school. I remember enjoying Sunday school very much. I also have fond memories of visiting my grandparents who always put a biblical children’s book under my pillow when I used to stay there.
I lost Jesus in my life when I got older, grew up with an alcoholic mother who died before her time due to alcoholism & I went off the rails, got into drugs ,drinking & promiscuity. I’m now in my early 50s, single parent of a daughter with autism, 7 years sober & after a spiritual journey it is only now that I’m finding Jesus again, I found your channel recently and find your videos a great source of inspiration, encouragement and comfort ❤thank you 🙏🏻
What a fun video! It was cute to see the kids and the little interruptions that can come along with being a mommy RUclipsr 😊 ..you handled them very graciously.
I loved your encouraging answers to the questions and it was fun getting to know more about you. I especially like how upbeat and honest you are. ❤️ how exciting for the person that wins the giveaway!
My grandmother & grandfather introduced me to Jesus my grandmothers faith & pastor had a special impact in my life there faith inspired me and I felt Gods presence always fallowing me later in life I was soon baptized.
When I was first saved, my pastor at that time (who were very good friends and had been praying 5 years for my salvation) recommended John's Gospel as the first book of the bible to read 😁
Love your videos, I found your videos a few months back and have found them very encouraging. Thank you 🥰
God bless you, this is a wonderful video! I grew up knowing Jesus and my mom always encouraged knowing him. It wasn't until I became married and completed some in-depth bible studies that I truly understood who Jesus is and what he has done for me!
As a little girl I would attend Sunday school and church with my aunt and my cousin, but the first person to really sit down with me and teach me about Jesus was my late great grandmother. ❤️🙏🏽
My husband introduced me as I grew up with no religious background just celebrated Christmas because that was “what my family did” and I became convicted about raising my children in faith so we now go to church, do devotionals and try to incorporate Jesus into everything we do🤍 future homeschooling mama here too🤗
According to my mom, I was born wanting to learn about the Lord and wanting to go to church even though no one else did. My parents would only go to watch me in programs.
My family introduced me to jesus, i will always love and honour them! love you tooo
Thank you for such a good explanation of how parents should teach their children. My daughter is not yet two years old, but I really want to teach her to read the Scriptures, know the main stories, and show her what it is like to live by faith every day.
Thank you for the beautiful video!
Cradle catholic but parents didn’t take us to mass. my gran passed away I prayed for her faith and that’s when I really took my faith seriously 🙏🏼💖
My husband & my best friend.
You bought the items🥹 you are the sweetest.
I would say my mema had the overall influence with leading me to Christ, but through her gentleness and love. Also, attending a small, local church.
Hi Kelsey - I have been watching your videos over the last year and I find them to be so inspiring. I also love that you have a normal kitchen, so many of the other homemaker/homesteader content that I follow is that of those who have beautifully updated kitchens and they must have walk in pantries as I never see their appliances on the counter LOL. I grew up in California in a very New Age environment, believing that we (human beings) are our own gods and that Heaven and Hell are states of mind. My husband and I weren't saved until we started going to Church (quite randomly) 3 years ago; a neighbor had invited us although Jesus had already laid the idea on my heart. We were baptized 2 years ago (in the Florida ocean) as we have both accepted Christ as our savior. We have 4 kiddos, similar ages to yours - 16 months, 3 years old, 5 years old and 7 years old. The Lord has truly blessed us. Thank you for your ministry.
Beautiful, I'd love to hear the whole story ❤️ and actually, our quartz island is frustrating and stains...so....laminate for the win honestly 😆
I’m a cradle catholic but Fr Mike Schmitz helped reignite by love for Christ.
I was also raised Catholic so I always believed but specifically when I was in my 20s I took a world religion class that opened my eyes to other religions and a journey for self awareness and exploration of God. I really find your videos to help me understand the Bible even more by explaining it you are very talented thanks for the opportunity to win I could use all those items 😀🙏🏽🥰in ur give away ❤
Kelsey Did you message me or is there a scammer on the loose
I was blessed to be raised in a Christian home, so I would say my mom and dad.
Hi Kelsey.
I’m your neighbor-I live in Minnesota.
I’ve always been a believer ever since I could remember-but shortly after I became a mom of 2-I stumbled on a few videos on Facebook about Jesus-I consider myself more of a follower now-but I’m still trying to die to myself…
I would consider my homemaking to be like Martha from the Bible-I have no problem cooking and doing housework-but I struggle with relationships…I think it might be because I came from a broken home-it makes knowing what to do as an emotionally available mother very hard…😢
I like your channel because of your knowledge of scripture and you how you fallow God and I wish I could hear him too because I don’t know what to do most days…maybe he is and I just don’t know it..?
I’ve been thinking about homeschooling too-I do like teaching, but like I mentioned making the time and connection with my kids is for some reason hard for me…
This was very beautiful. I bet you hear Him more than you realize. You most likely choose to do or say or not do and say certain things because of Him, and relate Him words and message without even realizing it. Don't give up on the relationship. It is very difficult at times when one would think it would be natural. Just keep praying about it specifically, and be intentional with your children even when you don't want to be. Wanting to play with my kids is a big struggle for me at times, but I know it helps my relationship immensely. Even just listening and talking uninterrupted. You got this!
I grew up protestant but I like to say St Brigid brought me to the faith when I visited her convent in Kildare, Ireland on my honeymoon. I felt something "different" and deeper walking around there and once we were back in the states, my husband and I began attending mass and we officially became Catholic in 2019.
Oooo so interesting! I bet this is a beautiful story!
I grew up Christian but I truly got to know the person of Jesus from a reformed party girl in college.
Aww you are just an amazing beautiful person and it truly shines through! ❤❤
I just finished reading all the gospels a couple weeks ago, it took me a year but I did it! That was my first time reading them. And I actually agree with you, John is my favorite one too. It moved me to tears and just felt so powerful and emotional in a couple places. When I was in college it was something my philosophy teacher said to us one day that hit me about believing is right. Also mixed with a realization I had after doing a weekly private Bible study with another student (she was a senior and I was a freshman back in 2007!) that I needed to go back to my childhood belief in Jesus because in my heart as a child I knew Jesus was true after learning about him at a friend’s house when I was in either Kindergarten or 1st grade. 🕊️ ❤. When I was around 12 I started getting really into astronomy and used to question things. But you know, there are so many things that cannot be explained, that’s where God and faith comes in. 😌🙏
Thank you for all you do Kelsey! You are doing wondrous beautiful work here on Earth and each video is a blessing 😊
Such a cool giveaway! And I actually don't remember who introduced me to Jesus. I've known Him all my life. I guess I do have my mom to thank for taking me to church. ❤️
I enjoyed learning about you so much and love that you kept in the realities of what life is like for you! That is wonderful to see how your children are enjoying life.
It is important to learn about God for yourself and to search the scriptures as you did.
It is wonderful that you knew your husband throughout your life since you were little!! That is so cool! I met my husband in high school and we each had about 80 kids in our grades, which is small around here (most schools have about 200 kids per grade).
Outdoor activities and schooling together is so worth it. I homeschooled my two oldest for the majority of their lives (wish I never stopped but that is a story in itself). I am glad you homeschool. I'll be homeschooling my baby. It is the best!
You quoted some of my favorite verses (Love your neighbor as yourself is one of them especially).
What a cool lady you are! I agree wholeheartedly with you on homemaking!!
You are allowed to say which perspective of the gospel is your favorite. John was basically Jesus' best friend, so that would probably be the best one anyway! haha. I never thought about which is my favorite.
I was raised in a Christian home, however, I had a major miracle where Jesus healed my deafness in a dream, so really, I came to know Jesus through meeting him face to face when I was 4 and he touched my ears!
I only have a little over 300 subscribers, but I never really do much to promote it and need to be more consistent. I'm working on it. You have 23.7k subscribers. What a great thing, since so many are learning about God through your channel.
I love your advice, both in this comment and in your channel. Don't underestimate the 300 following you. In my head I heard God tell me not to worry about numbers. He will bring His message to those who need it, the heart difference of a few is better than millions of views. 🥰 And good 😆 I like John's writing, so that makes me feel better (best friend 😆😅) yes!
@@faithfulacresfarmhouse The numbers don't really bother me. I had live-streamed for a couple of years elsewhere, giving people advice who sent in questions for a time, and had 2k followers there. . so I know that it can be different place to place.
Finally continuing this video after a busy evening with my hubby and 2 year old, who is currently fighting sleep 😅
To enter the giveaway, my mom introduced me to Christ. When I was little we went to Catholic Church until my mom was introduced to a pentecostal church by her cousin (my uncle), which became our home church. I gave my life to Christ at age 12, which after I was water baptized. It’s been quite a journey. Hope I win the giveaway 🙏🏾 God bless you and your family and ministry💝
I was born and raised catholic. But it was a more "laxed" (lukewarm?) Catholicism. It wasn't until about 5 years ago that our catholic community invited all stay at home mom's (and anyone else who could make it in the middle of the day) to a bible study. We connected and started getting together for different things and shared our faith and learned so much from every one of the ladies in there. They were the ones who inspired and motivated me to learn more about the catholic church and all its history, traditional, stances on different worldly topics, etc.
Thanks for all the wonderful videos you post and for all the valuable information that we can get as christians, but especially for all the people who may not have heard of Jesús (or haven't been opened to Him) because your content is spot on (in my opinion)
My experience is sooo similar, essentially the same! Thank you for your kind words too!
I was raised with the help of all 5 of my mother's sisters. My mother did her best and loves us dearly but struggled after losing our father (her husband). My Aunts would pick us up every Sunday morning for church and specifically my aunt Evelyn would read scripture to us every day and displayed the importance of a relationship with God and His Word. They laid the foundation for my future growth and as I have grown I have questioned and learned and grown. I truly enjoy your channel and listen quite often while I work. Thank you for inspiring all of us to be better Christ followers, mothers, and wives!
As a little girl I was left with my grandma a lot, she planted the seed by telling me all of the bible stories she could remember. But I wasnt raised religious at all so although i had that foundation, nothing really lead me beyond that. I really found God after having my oldest child, it was so miraculous to me, I couldnt believe it. Thankfully my husband pushed for us to start going to church after that. Really thankful to my family and all they did to lead me to Christ 🙏🥰
I was raised Catholic, my mom was really the one who taught us about Jesus and I am eternally grateful ❤.
I was raised catholic but don’t really recall the relational aspect there. As a young teen, I went to a production at a local church and asked Jesus into my life. It’s been a 30 year journey since..💛 don’t apologize for your sweet babies living life with you. It’s incredibly sweet. Thank you for all you do 💜
Bless you, I can soooo relate to the chias of you trying to get this video done. It’s my #1 issue for my channel too 😭😂
The real change/salvation came when I was a teen mom, I volunteered at a crisis pregnancy center with the ladies that helped me, and they would always gently lead me to Christ.
My grandfather is a pastor so I was raised in the church! I sometimes feel like my testimony is "boring" and not as impactful as others, but as I get older, I am realizing that that isn't true!
My parents introduced me to Jesus and have taught me the gospel of Jesus Christ since I was born. I am so happy that I was raised in a Christ centered home! I know he is our Savior and Redeemer and I am so very thankful for His presence in my life!
Thank you for all you do! I love watching your videos! ❤️
I love your channel your so kind and nice your videos are always so inspiring. My grandmother she was a amazing person she took my sister and me in when are mom pass away I was 13 my sister was 7 and my grandma was 77 she was so amazing she is the one who should me God love
My mom introduced me to Jesus as a small child. We prayed and her faith was always there as
an example for us.
I am blessed because God birthed me into a family where my mom and grandma and aunts all believed in Jesus❤
I went through my own journey , realizing that God is not a God who only judges but One who graciously, generously, and patiently loves me. It has made all the difference in my life. Thank you for reflecting His love!!!
My grandma would pick me and my brother up every Sunday for church. I’m ever so grateful for her showing us who Jesus is. I wouldn’t be who I am today without knowing God.
Thank you so much for all your inspirational videos! God bless and take care.
My husband (boyfriend at the time) officially introduced me to Jesus.
Both my grandmothers were huge influences in my Christian upbringing. However, probably my Sunday school teacher, Ruth And, my Missionettes leader, Ima, we’re the biggest influences in my Christian development an early age. The Lord has always surrounded me with people who would speak into my life, even when my parents weren’t serving the Lord. And I’m happy to say that since I was a child, for as long as I can remember, it’s been me and Jesus. He is my Lord and Savior now and forever. Kelsey, I so enjoy your channel and find encouragement in it. I’m going through a season of loss right now, and your videos are full of joy and hope from start to finish… and I love seeing you interact with your children and the patience you display. I know none of us are perfect, but dealing with our children in a kind and loving way is essential to raising children who love the Lord and you’re modeling that. Continue on my faithful sister in Christ .❤
Kelsey, first of all I want you to know I was not bothered by the noise, your children, the lawnmower, etc. I feel like I know you a little better and respect you more for all you have going on in your life yet you still commit a good amount of time to the Lord.
I was raised Catholic but didn't really know the Lord until my son, at 19 had to spend some time in prison. While there he made a new commitment and surrendered to the Lord and now lives his life for the Lord. He did a lot of bible study during his time and made it known to me how important it is to read the bible to TRULY know the Lord. He is also now happily married and has 3 children.
Thank you for the sweet comment. It's crazy how God can take terrible circumstances and bring you closer to Him. That is so wonderful to hear about your son! Do you mind emailing me at kelsey@faithfulacresfarmhouse.com Thank you!
My mom introduced me to Jesus and kindled my faith but it really set off once I left several religions and just focused on “What does the Bible say?”
I have had many people during my journey, but when I was 16 I really began searching for truth. I “found” Jesus at 17 from a Bible study group my sister was having. The rest of my journey I have continued to seek Christ in my life during 41 years of marriage, 6 children, 2 miscarriages, homeschooling for 33 years, and coming into the Catholic Church 15 years ago. So many people during those years but a short list would be my husband, my children, Mother Angelica, Scott Hahn’s books (especially Rome Sweet Home), many other authors and my two best friends I met after coming into the Church but who continue to inspire me on this journey to always keep growing closer Christ.
As a child, I grew up not going to church very often. Jesus wasn’t talked about much in my household and I remember my parents having a green Bible that set up on a shelf that we never used. However, my grandma has always had a strong relationship with The Lord. I remember spending the night at her house and she would always have her Bible out studying the scriptures. I always admired her devotion to The Lord not really understanding or knowing what that truly meant to have a relationship with Jesus. It wasn’t until I met my husband and he introduce me to what it means to have a relationship with Jesus versus just going to church and checking off a box of what a Christian is suppose to do. He taught me the love of the Father and that’s when my life was transformed. I’m continuing to grow and learn more about what it means to be fully loved by God and in turn giving him my praise and living in obedience to His voice.
My mother introduced me to Jesus as a child. She and my grandmother were beautiful, loving, giving, Christian women that also taught me how to grow our own food & live a somewhat simpler life. I'm currently being mentored for local ministry in low income housing projects and prison ministry, so I would say that there are many other brothers & sisters in Christ introducing me to a much deeper and stronger relationship with Jesus and teaching me how to utilize my Spiritual gifts, that is mind blowing some days 🤯 (in the most amazing way) ❤
My children 'introduced me to Jesus', as babies. I was raised Catholic by a non believing family. We went to church weekly & that was IT. No one ever talked about God or Jesus at home. I went away from the faith, claiming to be an atheist for quite some years. I found myself pregnant out of wedlock & my whole 'Catholic' family disowned me. I stayed with my boyfriend, got married after her birth, and we have been married for 20 years in Oct. Once I knew i was going to have a baby, I got moved to go back to church - even tho that meant humiliation and gossip, as I went back to my small town Catholic church (like 40-50 members). I never had any $ to give as a tithe (my husband struggles with the catholic church, we didn't have much $ & he would not agree to donate). So, I made a promise to God that I would dedicate my children to him as I had nothing else to give. (even now, I only have 'egg money' to donate to church LOL) Once I held my daughter in my arms, I KNEW there was a God & that he was a loving God. As soon as I could drive after my deliveries we went back to church & so they have been in God's house since before they can even remember. I made sure to teach my kids about Jesus, to go to church with a loving spirit, to donate our time, to find Joy in the Lord & all his creation. They constantly inspire me to grow in my faith because I want them to do the same. BTW - my family came back around & ended up being an awesome part of my girls' lives, even tho they are not strong on the whole faith thing. We didn't end up ostracized forever! And actually, NO ONE in church treated me with anything but kindness (except for one elderly lady that had a problem with me chewing gum, which I did because I suffered horrible morning sickness. I kindly told her that, at the moment, I was an unwed mother & had bigger sins than chewing gum during mass LOL). Even our priest was loving towards the situation & helped us get on the right path.
Don't worry about the NOISE - it is life. yahoo to the HOGS, Kelsey. Just got my piglets last week!!!! They are so fun to raise. piglets, meat chicks, incubator is running with 36 laying chicks - we're like a Tractor Supply. Our family totally thinks we are 'off', even tho I WAS raised on a dairy farm and my husband grew up working on a neighbor's farm. I find that a lot of farming families have been led to believe that their kids would be better off leaving the farm. So they can't understand our desire to 'chain ourselves to the farm' when there are so many other opportunities out there. no one understood our homeschooling. no one understands our strong faith - they are disdainful. We just carry on.
We let our kids pick ONE extra curricular each, that was doable & good exposure to friends/taking direction from other adults. I don't listen to any criticism from anyone who is not currently living the lifestyle that I am living. If it is another homemaker & they offer constructive criticism then I might listen - cuz they might have helpful info. But for a working mom to criticize me or a man who works in the world??? no way, what profitable advice could they have to offer me😆 Likewise, I would not listen to critiques on my faith from someone who has none. I have been living this vocation for 20 years & let me tell you, Kelsey, you have set me on FIRE !!!! Your videos are a great encouragement for me - to follow God, to do my best, to do things in an intentional & loving manner. I have always tried to do it that way, but "iron sharpens iron".
You were WISE to submit to your husband, to stay home & do so to honor your husband & for your children's benefit. And don't worry about the curriculum thing! You can always 'go back to it' when they outgrow school. I am finding that even tho my last girl graduates next year, I have a whole crop of younger women starting homeschool. I have held free seminars to help people get started & learn about the state paperwork. I answer emails, phone calls & letters about homeschooling. I have even started to put 'packets' together for the kids & sending them 'secretly' in the mail ( I am the alphabet fairy to some & the Nature fairy to another - sending worksheets, homemade flashcards & projects in the mail to them) for a fun/exciting surprise each week. So you never know what God has in store for you!!!! You might have more time when you have grandkids to develop all of these ideas & still be benefiting your family. Flap, Flap, Flap😁
This whole message was beautiful and on point! You go mama! Love that you put packets together! Haha live out all the fairy titles!
God did. 😊
Hello 🙂 I grew up in church from birth and was blessed to hear of Jesus as young as a newborn in nursery. But, my Mom was my biggest influence to really search out a relationship with Jesus and to surrender my life to him. She’s my role model! Thanks for this opportunity!
Growing up the influence I had was my family. But a big part was going to a catholic church and school. We had nuns who taught us and I fell in love with their way of living. Visited them often (it was only a block from my house. But as I grew and met my husband things changed and not for the better (even though he believes in God) He would say I was a prude and would be very hard on me for the way I looked. I was skinny and flat chested. Which made me think I was not worth much. I felt I had to conform to the world which made me very unhappy. So I hid my feelings. I always wanted a Christ centered life ,but felt I was lacking. Now after I have been married over 50 years I want the life I feel is the best for me now at 70 I am trying to get my life to what God would approve of. Thank you for your videos wish you would have been around when I was young and maybe it would have spared me a broken heart.😢
I was named after my great aunt who was a nun. My dad's family was surrounded by her nun friends when they were kids. She would bring them out on the weekends to the family farm she grew up on. They have a lot of fun/funny stories & talk about how joyful these ladies were. My aunt taught the Mother Superior how to make a slinky go down the long staircase in the Abbey. I am fascinated by their way of life. I have struggled with areas of faith in my marriage too. My husband was raised Catholic, in the same church as me. But he has taken a more & more hostile view of it as the years have gone by. He, too, believes in God, but I am unsure if he believes in Jesus Christ as his savior. I do spend a fair amount of time worrying about the state of his soul & what will happen to him when he dies. I never felt like I fit in either, and also was often called prudish/uppity/uptight. I just consider myself proper. That is the word I like to associate with myself. Proper. I don't want to conform to the world & I like propriety in dress, actions, treatment of myself & others. I lived the 'other ways', conforming to the world & all it did was get me into a 'world' of trouble! It is NEVER too late to get right with Christ. I had not even read a Bible until I was in my late 30s & now I've been through it several times & studying on it everyday. Find someone else that has that same zeal & get talking. I found me a 'God Sister' - a new neighbor next door & we spend alot of our time txting scripture back & forth & having deep spiritual discussions. Iron sharpens iron! Many blessings to you debra - I pray peace & joy over you & yours.💟✝
I'm praying for you. I will every day. Like Patty said, it's never too late. I have felt those same feelings, same body appearance route and insecurities. You are not alone. 💗
Hello Dear Kelsey, the people who introduced me to Jesus, were my parents. They truly modeled:
Proverbs 22:6
Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.
They are not only my parents, but my teachers in the instruction and modeling the love for The LORD and HIS Word.
Your love for the LORD is simply lovely. Keep sharing!
First off I want to say I’m very thankful to find your videos. I love that you are a Godly woman who is so in tune with your family. You are a wonderful inspiration.
I was brought up in church and was saved and baptized as a little girl. As I grew older, I became a prodigal. Much later, I really got into researching the Bible and comparing it to how the world is today. While sitting in my bed studying, God pulled me back in close to Him. I have been convicted and have repented of so much. My whole life has changed and I only want to grow closer and do better for God.
Most every morning while having my coffee, I’ll pray that the first video on my RUclips list will be the one the Lord wants me to hear. It has been your’s lots of times now. I’m praising Him for helping me find you 🙌🙌 Sending you much love, Amy
It’s about Time⏰been waiting for a New Video. I am Excited⏰
😆 I love it!
Thank you ,Kelsey, for persevering with the making of this video through the chaos of real life! That just makes it all the more relatable and transparent. I am a subscriber and have shared your videos with other younger homeschool moms that I am mentoring.
I came to know Jesus at a young age during a community summer vacation Bible school . My mom was a believer in Jesus but my Dad was not.
A faithful family from this same church drove me to church twice every Sunday for 13 years! I was blessed to grow up with strong convictions and a firm foundation in the Bible.
Hi! A girl friend in high school invited me to church camp . She was so kind to me, it impressed me. I accepted Christ at camp. I was 17
Hello Kelsey! My Nana and Dad introduced me to Jesus in my early childhood! I praise God for them. I’m a Grandmom now myself and I hope to bring my grandchildren to Him!! Thank you for sharing your family, faith and home in such a beautiful way! Subscriber here too 🤗 The Lord bless & keep you and make His face to shine upon you! ❤️🙏🏻❤️
God bless you. You are a wonderful vessel that the Lord is using. I have felt the Holy Spirit through you and am so thankful I came across your vlogs. These vlogs bless my heart. You are not weird. Remember in these last days Evil will be called good and good will be called evil. We must be holy for he is holy.
Ever since I found your channel I’m hook I cannot just wait for your next video. I learn to make homemade bread from you. I have to thank my mom and my sister that always took me to church and talk to me about Jesus. May God continue blessing you and your family ❤
Hi, from central Wisconsin!!! ❤. We have 6 children, so the noise feels very normal. I was born and raised Catholic and we are now homeschooling are blessings. This video was really great.
😅lol. I homeschool our children and my English is terrible. It should say "our" not "are".
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My mom 💗
It’s edible confetti mom! Lol (raisins)
I started reading the bible by myself and then went to church, repented and accepted Christ!
Hi! My step mom introduced me to the Lord. I went to Christian school, so that influenced me too.
I love your videos so much! They are such an encouragement to me. I grew up as a preacher and missionary kid so my parents were my influences in loving Jesus and having a deep relationship with God.
Do you have a link to the apron?
I loved getting to know you in this video. I’m curious about your adoption story. Did you feel called to adopt or were you struggling to conceive? Either way, I think it’s wonderful that you did. How blessed that child was to be placed with you ❤
We wanted to adopt, but never thought through foster care. We actually heard ads on the radio and really felt God move us towards it. We were struggling with infertility at the time. When looking back, we may not have pursued foster care at that time without the struggles. ❤️
My parents.
I always had Jesus in my life for sure. Looking back, there wasn't a time without him. Even when I was abused and in very dark times, God was there to take me out of it. I however wasn't a Christian. I went as far as to say I didn't like God, that he was evil, that he could never love me. I grew up in a cult type setting and the "God" I was taught about seemed.. well.. horrible, especially from a woman's standing. In 8th grade (13 years old) I met my (now) husband (he was in 9th grade, 15 years old). He was a quiet guy, he wouldn't even look at me because if he did he'd blush (his words, not mine). We only talked about two things. Batman and Jesus. I was adamant that I hated God and didn't care what he had to say. Well every day on the bus ride home we would talk. If I didn't think he was the most kind and handsome man I'd ever met I would have probably walked away. But I didn't. He invited me to his church and I said yes, not to be with God but to spend more time with him 😂. Eventually he asked me "If I give you a Bible, will you read it?" and I said "...eventually." The night he gave it to me I started in Genesis right away. Not the best move I've been told but I loved the story of creation. Of course, I didn't have the spirit in me so reading it was like reading a textbook for school. I put it down and didn't read it again for a few years. I moved away after that school year but we kept in touch for 4 years until I was 18. He came to visit me (an 8 hour drive y'all, we hadn't even confessed our feelings yet. We were so dumb). He read the Bible to me and prayed over me to understand it and accept God. It worked. I could feel God and for the first time I didn't push him away. I didn't think I could be loved. I already was. I didn't think I could be forgiven, causing me to rebel and sin out of spite. That price had already been paid. I thought I'd be alone forever. We got married a year after that. So who introduced me to God? Well, my husband. The best person in my life. I'm so grateful for him. ❤
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Hello from Dallas
My neighbor when I was little
Did you make your chair slip covers or have them made?
I started making them, but needed something in the mean time. These are from Amazon. They are a touch see through so I have white fabric laid down underneath.
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Parents !
Where did you live in Kansas???! I live here currently. :) My husband is also from Nebraska (Gothenburg).
We lived outside of Wichita. Awesome! We are from the Sidney area!
Nice we currently in the Hays area, so not far off! @@faithfulacresfarmhouse
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