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Jesus Doesn't Care About Your Messy House

He Cares About Your Heart
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The phrase “cleanliness is next to godliness” isn’t found in the Bible. Your house can never be good enough to please God—not because you can’t scrub it or declutter hard enough, but because that is never what He was looking for in the first place. Join... Read More
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The phrase “cleanliness is next to godliness” isn’t found in the Bible. Your house can never be good enough to please God---not because you can’t scrub it or declutter hard enough, but because that is never what He was looking for in the first place.

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The phrase “cleanliness is next to godliness” isn’t found in the Bible. Your house can never be good enough to please God—not because you can’t scrub it or declutter hard enough, but because that is never what He was looking for in the first place. Join Dana K. White, author of Decluttering at the Speed of Life, as she works through removing the shame associated with having a messy home and reveling in the grace and love of our Savior.

This book is for you, if no matter how competent you feel in other parts of your life, you still feel overwhelmed and defeated by your messy home. While it’s true that keeping a clean and organized living space can contribute to a sense of peace and well-being, it should never be equated with your worth, moral standing, or what Jesus thinks about you.

Dana K. White, trusted by millions for her no-holds-barred cleaning confessions and practical decluttering method wants to:

  • remove any shame or identity crisis associated with disorganization
  • help you understand God's love and purposeful design for you that is much bigger than any mess in your house.

Sharing relatable stories, biblical teaching, and practical life application, Dana will help you find a sense of freedom, acceptance, and a deeper understanding of God's love and purpose for you and your house.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781400344376

Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 March 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Thomas Nelson Publishers

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 194g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Dana K. White is a blogger, podcaster, speaker, and (much to her own surprise) a decluttering expert. She taught both English and theatre arts before leaving her job to make her family her life's work. In an attempt to get her home under control, Dana started blogging as "Nony" (short for anonymous) at A Slob Comes Clean. Dana soon realized she was not alone in her housekeeping struggles and in her feelings of shame. Today, Dana shares realistic home management strategies with her signature humor and a message of hope for the hopelessly messy through her blog, weekly podcasts, and videos. Dana lives with her husband and three kids just outside of Dallas, Texas.

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