The Blended Blog: Rounding Up Family Favorites

C.H. Spurgeon's Evening Devotional

Wednesday May 21, 2025

"There is corn in Egypt."-Genesis 42:2

Famine pinched all the nations, and it seemed inevitable that Jacob and his family should suffer great want; but the God of providence, who never forgets the objects of electing love, had stored a granary for His people by giving the Egyptians warning of the scarcity, and leading them to treasure up the grain of the years of plenty. Little did Jacob expect deliverance from Egypt, but there was the corn in store for him. Believer, though all things are apparently against thee, rest assured that God has made a reservation on thy behalf; in the roll of thy griefs there is a saving clause. Somehow He will deliver thee, and somewhere He will provide for thee. The quarter from which thy rescue shall arise may be a very unexpected one, but help will assuredly come in thine extremity, and thou shalt magnify the name of the Lord. If men do not feed thee, ravens shall; and if earth yield not wheat, heaven shall drop with manna. Therefore be of good courage, and rest quietly in the Lord. God can make the sun rise in the west if He pleases, and make the source of distress the channel of delight. The corn in Egypt was all in the hands of the beloved Joseph; he opened or closed the granaries at will. And so the riches of providence are all in the absolute power of our Lord Jesus, who will dispense them liberally to His people. Joseph was abundantly ready to succour his own family; and Jesus is unceasing in His faithful care for His brethren. Our business is to go after the help which is provided for us: we must not sit still in despondency, but bestir ourselves. Prayer will bear us soon into the presence of our royal Brother: once before His throne we have only to ask and have: His stores are not exhausted; there is corn still: His heart is not hard, He will give the corn to us. Lord, forgive our unbelief, and this evening constrain us to draw largely from Thy fulness and receive grace for grace.

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Saturday, January 11, 2014

Rounding Up Family Favorites

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Whether you still have kids at home or just remember those never-fail, family-favorite dishes, we want to hear about them today! We're looking for quick breakfasts, lunchbox faves and dinners that will make everyone want seconds. These are Mom's best-kept secrets...those family-friendly meals that always bring smiles around the table.

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What are MOM'S FAVORITE recipes?
Share 'em all in today's Recipe Round-Up!

This Tomato & Chicken Penne from our cookbook 101 Stovetop Suppers is a tasty classic. Cheesy, hearty and oh-so-easy to cook up, it's a dish they'll love any day of the week.

Tomato & Chicken Penne
This recipe was shared with us by our friend Stefani St. Pierre from South Dennis, Massachusetts. Stefani says, "This is a wonderfully hearty dish that's easy to prepare...just stir everything together in one pot and you've got a bright, flavorful dinner in no time!"
1/4 c. olive oil
1 t. garlic, chopped
28-oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
1/2 c. fresh basil, chopped
2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
16-oz. pkg. penne pasta, cooked
8-oz. pkg. shredded mozzarella cheese
salt and pepper to taste
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic; sauté for one minute. Stir in tomatoes and basil; continue cooking for 2 minutes. Add chicken to skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until heated through. Transfer chicken mixture to a large serving bowl; toss with pasta and cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Makes 6 to 8 servings.
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