"The eyes of all look to you, and you give them their food in due season. You open your hand; you satisfy the desire of every living thing."— Psalm 145:15–16 (ESV) This time of year, many homesteaders take to the woods—rifle or bow in hand, walking carefully through creation in search of deer, squirrel, turkey,…
"The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it."— Proverbs 27:12 (ESV) Yesterday’s busted water spigot reminded me of how fast something can go wrong when conditions change unexpectedly. One day it’s fine, the next—a frozen pipe, a split line, and a scramble to get things working again.…
"So neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but only God, who gives the growth."— 1 Corinthians 3:7 (ESV) As the cold settles in and the garden beds outside fall silent under frost, life doesn’t stop—it simply shifts indoors. Tiny trays of microgreens on the kitchen counter. Herbs sprout on…
"And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus."— Philippians 4:19 (ESV) There’s something beautiful about reaching for firewood in the dead of winter. Each piece pulled from the stack is more than just fuel—it’s provision. On cold days when the wind howls and the frost…
"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men."— Colossians 3:23 (ESV) Winter mornings on the homestead hit differently. The cold bites. The ground is hard. Water troughs freeze. Tools feel heavier. Everything in you says, Stay inside. Wait until it's easier. But you know better. The animals still need feeding.…
Jerusalem artichokes, also known as sunchokes, are a root vegetable that are nutty and sweet in flavor. They can be prepared in a variety of ways, including roasting, boiling, and frying. Here are three delicious and easy recipes for you to enjoy Jerusalem artichokes: Roasted Jerusalem Artichokes Ingredients: 1 pound Jerusalem artichokes, washed and sliced…
"Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water, that sends out its roots by the stream, and does not fear when heat comes, for its leaves remain green, and is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not…
https://youtube.com/shorts/roFTV5SpFrM In the last few years, I've been asked many times about my Palram Hobby Greenhouse; where can they get one like it? Would I recommend it? Is It built well? It has been a useful centerpiece in my homestead backyard but should you get one? About The Palram Greenhouse This Palram Hybrid Hobby Greenhouse…
"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever."— Psalm 107:1 (NIV) Today, as we gather around the table with family and friends, warmed by laughter, good food, and familiar faces, we are reminded of just how rich life can be when we take the time to count our blessings. The…
The Beauty of Handmade Homestead Gifts There’s something special about a gift that didn’t come from a store shelf.A jar of home-canned jam… a bar of homemade soap… a bundle of herbs from your own garden… These gifts don’t just offer something useful — they offer a piece of you, your land, and your time.…
"Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning."— Psalm 30:5b (KJV) After several days of gray skies and biting wind, the sun finally returned today. Its light poured over the homestead, warming the ground and lifting the spirit. It’s amazing how a single sunny day can shift the entire mood of…
When you start the journey toward self-sufficiency, it often feels slow. You look at everything you still want to do — grow more food, raise more animals, build better systems — and it can seem like you’re barely making progress. But here’s the truth: You're Further Along Than You Think! Listen To The Podcast Self-sufficiency…
