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Marci Ferrell

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in Cleveland, Ohio, The United States

Website

https://thankfulhomemaker.com

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Christian, Nonfiction

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Elisabeth Elliot Jerry Bridges Sinclair Ferguson
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Marci Ferrell is the author of Homemaking Matters: Living for God’s Glory in the Ordinary and the creator of Thankful Homemaker, where she writes and podcasts about biblical homemaking, growing in Christ, and living faithfully in the everyday.

Marci has been married to her husband, Doug, since 1986. They have two grown children and three grandchildren. She loves caring for her home and family, serving in her local church, reading good books, and encouraging women to find joy and purpose in Christ in the ordinary days of life.

Marci and Doug live in Wisconsin and are active members of their local church.

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	Homemaking Matters: Finding Gospel Purpose in Ordinary Tasks, Hospitality, and Home Discipleship by Marci Ferrell (Goodreads Author), Susan Heck-Daniel (Foreword) 4.62 avg rating — 26 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Heart of Simplicity: Foundations for Christian Homemaking by Natalie Klejwa, Heidi St. John, Richele McFarlin 3.85 avg rating — 26 ratings — published 2013	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Beginner's Guide to Assembling a Natural Medicine Cabinet: Simple Remedies for Common Ailments at Home and on the Go 3.88 avg rating — 8 ratings — published 2013	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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The Dawning of Redemption The Dawning of Redemption: The Story of the Pentateuch and the Hope of the Gospel

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Meet the Puritans: A Guide to Their Lives and Books, 2nd Edition

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