About
Welcome to Keeping the Kingdom First!
My name is Alyssa Francis. This verse inspired my blog:
“…your Heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
— Matthew 6:32-33
My Mission:
Honor God with my finances.
Encourage and equip others to do the same.
Discover new and creative ways to reduce spending in order to increase giving.
Balance this journey with marriage and motherhood.
Who Am I?
A not-quite-30-yet wife and mother of 3, actually 4! Two daughters by birth, and one son by marriage, and a sweet new baby boy born in April of 2009.
Oldest sister of 4 girls raised by a single mom. California native. Grew up in Hawaii. Somehow ended up in North Texas.
Once a single mom. Former atheist. A survivor of abuse and addiction.
Forgiven by a great big God. Married to my best friend.
Animal lover. Frugalista. Writer. Teacher. Blogger.
Why Should You Read My Blog?
Keeping the Kingdom First is not only my creative outlet, it is my ministry. It is my accountability partner. It is evidence of the fruit in my life. It also allows me the incredible blesssing of being a stay-at-home mom.
What Can You Learn Here?
Perhaps some new ways to be frugal. Coupon strategies. A little about my crazy life. How to stretch 5 bucks or less every week at Walgreens or CVS.
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