• The Tension of Tidy

    The Tension of Tidy
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    Price: $18.99

    ISBN: 9780825448720

    Edition: January 28, 2025

    Pages: 216

    Publication date: January 28, 2025

    Format: Paperback

    Imprint: Kregel Publications

    Category: Christian Living and Devotionals

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    The Tension of Tidy

    Uncovering God's Perfect Grace for Your Imperfect Space

    "Hilary's compassionate heart for homemakers . . . shines through the pages of this book."
    Erin Odom, founder of thehumbledhomemaker.com and author of More Than Just Making It

    Are you feeling the pressure to keep your home looking picture-perfect amid the chaos of work and family life? Well, take a deep breath, because Hilary Bernstein has a message just for you. In The Tension of Tidy, she gently reminds you that your home doesn't need to mirror the flawless spaces seen on TV or social media. With a comforting biblical perspective, Hilary assures that God's grace extends to your homemaking journey.

    Instead of encouraging the chase after elusive perfection, The Tension of Tidy invites you to pause and reflect on the Psalms, allowing God to reshape your outlook on homemaking and say goodbye to the constant pressure of keeping up with ever-changing trends and expectations. With these Scriptures, you'll discover that life can find a beautiful balance between productivity and rest, all fueled by God's unwavering grace.

    Drawing from her experience as a women's ministry director, Hilary offers practical advice, relatable anecdotes, thought-provoking questions, and action steps to help you maintain a tidy home without losing your sanity. You can let go of the stress and embrace the grace-filled journey of homemaking.


    "Are you longing for a peaceful, tidy home? Hilary shares how to best accomplish this with true rest and beauty."
    Jami Balmet, creator of Finding Joy in Your Home and author of the Finding Joy in Your Kitchen cookbook series


    "This book . . . holds out freedom and joy to women who’ve strived not only to have a tidy house but to present a tidy, perfect life to those around us. Hilary reminds us what truly matters in The Tension of Tidy."
    Christie Thomas, author of Little Habits, Big Faith
    Author: Hilary Bernstein
    Hilary Bernstein is the women's ministry director at The Chapel in Green, Ohio, where she brings a wealth of experience from her roles as a blogger, newspaper editor, and columnist. A prolific author, Hilary has recently published Prayerful Living and twelve other impactful devotional books.