Can't Get No Satisfaction
What does satisfaction look like as a Christian Woman? What does it even mean to be satisfied? (Dictionary: Contented, Pleased; Biblical Definition: deep contentment and fulfillment found in a relationship with God, transcending earthly pleasures and possessions ) Winston Churchill famously said, âWhat would it take to be satisfied? Everything! Is my ordinary life enough? Right here, right now, as I am today, is it enough? Am I satisfied? How can we be satisfied with anything in a culture of constant comparison? (Social media woes, etc) How do we get to a place of joyful acceptance of our place/season we are in? Phil 4:11: Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned, in whatever situation I am, to be content. Have a content heart (Gratitude, Service to Others, Community) Trust in Godâs plan for your life (Dwelling in Godâs Word, Mentorship) Joy in the present (Finding beauty and purpose in the âagain-nessâ of everyday life) Freedom from comparison (Shift focus from others/what they have to all the unique gifts/talents, etc God has provided to YOU) Heb 13:5: Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, âI will never leave you nor forsake you.â Start from a place of obedienceâjoy and satisfaction follow Psalm 107:9: "For he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things," Matthew 5:6 Hunger and thirst for righteousness
Savor Moment: What is more satisfying than an ooey-gooey chocolate dessert?
Chocolate Cobbler This quick dessert has a warm, fudgy pudding covered with a moist chocolate cake. Add a scoop of ice cream and you're set!!
1 1.5 qt. casserole dish or square baking dish
Ingredients 1 cup flour
2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tablespoons butter melted
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
optional Topping 1/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup water boiling
Instructions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cocoa. Then stir in the melted butter, milk and vanilla. Spread the mixture into a greased 1.5 qt casserole dish (or square pan). Set aside. In another bowl, combine the dry topping ingredients (sugar, brown sugar, salt and cocoa). Sprinkle on top of the batter; do not stir. 1/4 cup sugar,1/2 cup brown sugar,1/4 teaspoon salt,2 tablespoons cocoa powder Pour the boiling water on top; do not stir. 1 cup water Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top of the cake is almost set. The cake will rise to the top and a pudding will form on the bottom. Serve warm with ice cream.
