We’re Caleb and Naomi Middleton (both firstborns with completely opposite personalities).
We’ve been married for over 10 years, we both work in full-time vocational ministry, and we are raising two energetic young boys.
Thoughtfully Established was born out of our desire to process what it means to build a life—both theologically and practically—grounded in the gospel. Our hope is that the thoughts, experiences, and practical tips that we share here will inspire and encourage you on your own journey of thoughtfully establishing your life and home on the gospel.
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The Lens of the Gospel
The gospel needs to be more than a historical event that we believe happened. It needs to be the lens through which we look at all of life.
Worry Established on the Gospel
Worry is not only harmful to our peace of mind but fundamentally anti-gospel. It betrays a lack of faith in God’s provision and care.
Waiting and the Gospel
When we place our faith in His timing and purpose, our waiting can shift from frustration to hopeful anticipation—and we can truly embrace our wait.
Sacrifice and the Gospel
Sacrifice is not a threat to living life to the fullest; rather, it is the doorway to it. And it is the tool that God uses to make us more like Him.
Creativity and the Gospel
We see the most beautiful parts of humanity in the things they create and the most disturbing and broken parts of humanity in the things they destroy.