She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Proverbs 31:27
Good morning from the breathtaking views of Colorado! I’ve finally made my way through the morning routine—waking up, clearing the sink, and now, settling in to write my prayer for the day.
As I was pre-washing the dishes before loading the dishwasher, a memory crept into my thoughts. For decades, I have always washed my dishes before they ever hit the machine. I’d run a sink full of hot water, pile on the suds, and add a splash of Clorox. Yes, you read that right!
I would wash dishes with bleach before putting them in the dishwasher. And no, this ritual didn’t start recently; it’s just what I do. It’s the same reason I raise an eyebrow when people say they don’t wash raw chicken before prepping. I once had a dear friend who let her pup lick the spoon after mixing yogurt into the dog’s food. I didn’t say a word, but I whispered to myself, “I am not eating a thing out of this kitchen!”
As I was rinsing my dishes to put them into my dishwasher, I had to laugh at myself. I realized that sometimes God gives us tools to make our lives easier, yet we refuse to use what He has made available. We continue doing things the hard way, then wonder if He’s listening. He loves us! Sometimes we just need to learn how to accept His blessings with a grateful—and perhaps a little less scrubbed—heart.
Join the Conversation!
I’ve shared my “bleach and pre-wash” confession, and now I want to hear from you! We all have those unique habits passed down through generations—or those “only in my kitchen” rules that we just can’t shake. Sharing your story helps us build community and realize we aren’t alone in our quirks!
- What is one “old-school” habit you still do today, even if there’s a modern way to do it?
- Do you have a kitchen “deal-breaker” like my friend with the dog spoon?
- What’s a small, everyday blessing you’ve been doing the “hard way” lately?
Drop a comment below and let’s talk about it! Your “ritual” might just be the laugh or the lesson someone else needs today. Building a strong community starts with us opening up about the little things.
PRAYER
Lord, thank You for another beautiful morning. We ask that You lift the veil from our hearts so we don’t miss the miracles in front of us. Help us recognize Your hand at work in every small detail today. Amen
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