Seven Things the Lord Hates Proverbs 6:16-19 Key Verse: Proverbs 6:16 – “There are six things the Lord hates, seven that are detestable to him.”(more…)
Category: Simply Faith
At Rooted Simply, you’ll find reflections on growing a life centered on Christ, practical tips for nurturing a family, and inspiring stories about discovering and cherishing where we come from—whether that’s through gardening or genealogy.
As Colossians 2:7 reminds us:
“Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.”
Since You Went Away (1944)
A Tender Memorial Day Reflection on Young Love and Lasting Loss For this Memorial Day weekend, Since You Went Away (1944) offers a profoundly moving(more…)
More to the Story Lesson 3
Finding Your Place in God’s Family Key Scripture:📖 Ephesians 2:19-22 “Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and(more…)
Week 15 of A Journey through Proverbs
Summary of Proverbs 6:12–15 The Ways of the Wicked” Proverbs 6:14 (NIV):“Who plots evil with deceit in his heart—he always stirs up conflict.” Chapter Outline(more…)
More to the Story Lesson 2
Growing Roots: Building Your Faith Key Scripture:📖 Colossians 2:6-7 “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in(more…)
Journey Through Proverbs: Week 14 Proverbs 6:6-11
“The Danger of Laziness” Key Verse Proverbs 6:6 (NIV): “Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise!” Chapter Outline Verses 6–8(more…)
More to the Story: Lesson 1
God’s Story, Your Invitation Key Scriptures:📖 Genesis 1:1 – “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”📖 John 3:16 – “For God so(more…)
Can We Be Both Bold & Subtle
What We Can Learn from Queen Vashti and Queen Esther When we think of the Book of Esther, our minds naturally gravitate toward its heroine—Esther(more…)
Journey Through Proverbs Week 13: Proverbs 6:1-5
“Wisdom in Financial Commitments” Key Verse Proverbs 6:2 (NIV):“You have been trapped by what you said, ensnared by the words of your mouth.” Chapter Outline(more…)
Journey Through Proverbs: Week 12
“Faithfulness and the Folly of Secret Sin” Key Verse Proverbs 5:18 (NIV):“May your fountain be blessed, and may you rejoice in the wife of your(more…)