Fall Home Tour, 2015
So my fall home tour this year is a little different than some of my others. If you’re looking for perfectly polished, it’s only fair that I stop you here. This one is for those whose homes aren’t getting pinned to Pinterest… For the girl who drove halfway to work this morning before realizing she was wearing her bedroom slippers. For the ones who are barely getting dinner on the table, much less an elaborate fall centerpiece.
It’s for those who have sticky sinks and dirty dishes, but can still manage to focus on the real beauty in life.
For the ones carrying heavy emotional burdens, and those who are just plain tired…
For the ones whose lives and homes aren’t perfect, but are brave enough to let people in anyway.
And for those of you waiting: for the right person…for someone to come home… for the biopsy results to come back.
This tour is for those of you who will never own a famous artist’s work, but have priceless masterpieces all around the house.
It’s for those who don’t have the motivation to pull off an elaborate mantel, so you add a little pumpkin (or not) and call it a day.
I get you. And I’ve either worn your shoes or I’m wearing them now.
This life can be hard and overwhelming and amazingly wonderful, too. There are times when we feel inspired, and times when it’s all we can do to get out of bed. If this is where you are right now and you’re soul-tired, give it rest.
If you can’t focus on anything else, focus on Christ, His Word, and the relationships He’s given you. This is the starting point from which all true life meaning begins. And if you find theinspiration for extra things after that, great. If not,keep resting in Him.
There is perfection to be found in our less-than-perfect lives, but it’s not in thematerial beauty we sometimes manage to manufacture around us. It’s in our discovery of Him. Let’s let this sink in today. If you don’t know where to start, contact me. I’m not sure which of you needs this at this moment, but if it’s you, I get it, friend! I’m right there with you! Let’s fix our eyes on Jesus today.
Curtis Koch
October 9, 2015 @ 4:11 pm
Thank you. I think I might be the one who needed this. ๐
http://purposefulconfusion.com/
October 9, 2015 @ 6:45 pm
Wow God really does listen to us. I am so grateful for your comment on my blog http://www.purposefulconfusion.com/. I came over to your post right away and can't believe you had written it at the exact time I needed it. This is exactly how I feel today: soul-tired. Thank you for naming it. You are absolutely right! I am praying today and leaning on him. What great reminders of the masterpieces all over our home that were given to us by Him. SO thankful and blessed! I'm going to snap some pics of my own masterpieces right now today at a very low point for me and will post them on my blog later today. I hope you find the time to come and check them out! God Bless!
Julie
October 9, 2015 @ 9:35 pm
I'm glad this helped you. Everyone has been here at some point, and it's always a blessing when God appears at just the time we need it! I'm looking forward to your post
Dorene Blauvelt
October 10, 2015 @ 11:57 am
So beautifully written! Thank you,
Dorene @ Seasonal Chapters
Julie
October 13, 2015 @ 1:41 pm
you're welcome. thanks for stopping by ๐
Liz
October 10, 2015 @ 4:58 pm
What an awesome post Julie! Thank you for your open heart to be used of the Holy Spirit to reach others with the love and light of CHRIST and speak hope and encouragement to those who need His touch! May JESUS always be the One we passionately pursue! Love and blessings from Oklahoma! :o)
Julie
October 13, 2015 @ 1:41 pm
Thank you, Liz!
Carol Lander
October 11, 2015 @ 1:25 pm
Julie thank you for your honesty and reminding us that Jesus doesn't care what our house looks like. He just wants us to have a home where he lives and is always welcomed.
Julie
October 13, 2015 @ 1:41 pm
yes, you're welcome, Carol!
Gypsy Heart
October 11, 2015 @ 5:19 pm
This is the most beautiful and meaningful post of any home! I love that you are so "real" and share from your heart. I do think this post was meant for me ~ ๐ Just lost a dear friend yesterday and I know she's with our Lord but wow, I'm going to miss her!
Hope you're having a blessed Sunday ~
xo
Pat
Julie
October 13, 2015 @ 1:43 pm
Bless your heart! Loss touches my heart so deeply these days. Praying for you!
Suzanne Moore
October 12, 2015 @ 4:26 pm
Julie,
I needed this today and am always blessed by your postings! The Lord led me here today. I am so thankful that He gives us exactly what we need:) Have a wonderful day! Blessings,Suzanne
Julie
October 13, 2015 @ 1:43 pm
Wonderful, Suzanne. Thank you!
jasmine schwartz
October 12, 2015 @ 8:00 pm
Thank you chica! I super duper needed this today. We bought a house 2 months ago and had a laundry list of plans for it. Now reality is setting in and this weekend I hit a wall. Like I am never getting this done and the house looks like we just moved in. I work full time, have a 2 hour commute, have 3 daughters and a husband that also need my attention. Most weeknights its dinner, laundry and getting everyone to bed in one piece. So am i so very grateful for the words of encouragement and to say its okay to spend the weekend on the couch watching Lifetime movies and just not dealing with the new chandelier that needs to be hung or the new kitchen shelves that need to be stained or million other things on the list. LOVE your positive energy.Thank you for reminding me how blessed I am and not to sweat the small stuff.
Julie
October 13, 2015 @ 1:44 pm
So glad this could encourage you. I've been in your shoes! God bless you ๐