Slow Living as a Christian Homemaker: Trusting God and Embracing the Pace

You’ve been lied to: homemaking isn’t about getting it all done. Making a home is slow, soft, and gentle. Let’s not rush the process and steal the joy God has for us.

Today, I want to talk about slow living and how God taught me to trust Him, enabling me to embrace a simpler, slower life as a homemaker. No, I’m not here to preach about baking your own bread or investing in red light therapy—this is about something much deeper.

Trusting God to Embrace Slow Living

I heard a quote once that has stayed with me: “You can either rush with Satan or walk with God.”

The other night after dinner, I found myself hustling around the house, determined to “put the house to bed.” I was in full-blown task mode: cleaning up, finishing laundry, and checking off my never-ending to-do list. For a moment, I caught myself seeing it as a race—if I could finish everything before my kids went to bed, maybe then I’d feel like I’d earned my rest.

But then I noticed my 5-month-old needed me. He wasn’t fussy—he just wanted more of my attention. So instead of finishing my chores, I put it all down and decided to take a bath with him. That half-hour in the bath was nothing short of magical. My sweet baby rested on my chest, completely relaxed, and for once, I felt fully present in the moment.

Had I rushed to finish my tasks, I would have missed this. I would have stolen this precious memory from myself.

What Slow Living Really Means

Living slowly doesn’t mean your to-do list disappears. Homemaking requires work—there’s no way around that. But slow living means trusting God to give you the time and capacity to accomplish what truly matters. It’s about focusing on what’s important and leaving the rest for another day.

You’ll be surprised how much still gets done, and even more amazed at how many things on your list didn’t matter to begin with.

Seeing Motherhood Through a New Lens

Slowing down doesn’t just transform your schedule; it transforms how you view your role as a mother.

What if the most important moments in your day aren’t about getting things done, but about inviting your children to join you—even when it’s messy and inefficient?

For instance, today I was changing my baby’s diaper, and my eldest son asked if he could help. My first instinct was to say no—I knew I could do it in 30 seconds by myself. But I stopped, took a breath, and said yes. That 30-second diaper change took six minutes, but in those minutes, I taught my son a skill and showed him that I value his contributions.

That’s slow living—choosing moments of connection over efficiency. It’s about seeing those “small” moments as opportunities to teach, build confidence, and create lasting memories.

Overcoming the Urge to Hurry

If you’re like me, you’ve probably caught yourself rushing your kids:

• “Come on, hurry up, we’re late!”

• “Just put your shoes on—I don’t care about the butterfly!”

• “Yes, I see it, now let’s go!”

I used to rush everywhere. I walked fast, talked fast, drove fast—for no reason at all. It wasn’t about being late; it was a compulsion.

This kind of constant rushing is known as hurry sickness—a compulsive need to do everything quickly, paired with an overwhelming sense of urgency. It creates a persistent feeling of always being behind.

The Impact of Hurry Sickness

Living in a state of hurry keeps your body in fight-or-flight mode. This constant stress affects everything:

• You become more irritable and easily triggered.

• You snap at your children or spiral into fits of rage.

• You feel anxious, tense, and overwhelmed.

Rushing not only takes a toll on your body, but it also robs your family of connection, care, and intentionality.

Finding Freedom from Hurry

Breaking free from hurry sickness starts with regulating your nervous system and trusting God to guide your days. This is something I teach in my course—how to step out of fight-or-flight mode and into a calm, Christ-centered rhythm for your home.

When you let go of the need to hustle, you’ll discover something beautiful: peace, joy, and a deeper connection with your family.

Slow Living is a Gift

Slow living is about embracing the small, sweet moments:

• Looking forward to Taco Tuesday.

• Starting a new book.

• Making a delightfully fussy recipe just because.

It’s about trusting God to help you accomplish what truly matters—and letting go of the rest.

My Homemaking Tip for You

Earlier, I mentioned a sweet bath moment I shared with my baby. My husband snapped a picture, and here’s what I do with moments like that: I’ve created email accounts for my children. Since the day they were born, I’ve been sending them emails with pictures and stories from our days together.

It’s a simple way to preserve memories, and it allows me to add context to each photo. I always include their age and a little note about how much I love them.

Ready to Create a Family Culture You Love?

If you’re ready to embrace slow living and create a home filled with peace and purpose, I’d love to invite you to my free homemaking workshop. In it, I’ll share tools and strategies to help you overcome hurry sickness and build a family culture you’re proud of.

Thank you for taking the time to read today. It was a joy to share this with you. Let’s slow down together and create a life that reflects the love and peace of Christ.