Wellness Blog

March 2025

Relationship MATH

Relationship Math might seem like an oversimplification of what it takes to be an effective communicator, family member or friend these days, but its intent is to simplify some of your current relationships (or struggles with relationships) so that while you're learning how to "be" in relationship with others, you can learn about yourself and what is important to you. Asking God for help with this is always a good idea. It's important to check in with Him in all things, because He truly cares about you and me. Read on for more about this process...

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January 2025

Helping our Neighbors

Happy Winter! Putting ourselves in another’s shoes is a Biblical principle. Like “Being a good person 101”, in order to see how we can be of best benefit to our “neighbor” we need to imagine their situation from our current perspective. It’s not an easy thing to do, but with some practice it will become second-nature. Primary to this, sometimes just following God’s leading without seeing the connections ourselves is just as beneficial (if not more so). We’re challenging you to act.

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How to DIY a (reasonably priced) chandelier

As part of the “Do it Yourself” series here at Harmony & Canvas, we pride ourselves in using what God has given us wisely. In fact, most days it’s a pleasure to challenge ourselves and see just what we can come up with that looks like it cost a lot but really didn’t (shhh!).

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December 2024

Mission Spotlight – Way Walker Ministries

As the new year steadily approaches, I’m reminded of family that we create through our mutual relationship with God. In this way, we all have family – or at least, the opportunity to create one through our God-given gifts and His message of the importance of community.

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Forming Right Relationship with God: You have choices!

Ever wonder why that relationship you keep thinking about won’t ever seem to get better or fade from memory? Could be temptation. Could be false guilt. Or maybe you haven’t repented for it yet. But if you have, trust that God’s already forgiven you and distanced you spiritually from that sin. You don’t have to say “I’m sorry” twice. He heard you the first time.

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How to DIY a Gold Gilded Mirror on a Budget

God made me crafty, but in a good way, I promise! As the maiden voyage of the blog series “Gilding God’s Country” I’d like to show you my latest endeavor at home design. But first, have you prayed yet today? I have to remember that as soon as I wake up or I get wonky pretty quickly. After taking a deep breath and thanking God for another day on the planet, let’s dive in!

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Paint Finishes: A primer

Ever wonder what that sheen is on your painted wall, door or décor item? Once you have the information down, it’s easy to speak paint-ese with your local paint mixer man or woman. Here’s the details:

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