Practical Skills Series - Family Edition
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"That ye may eat the labour of thine hands: happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee." — Psalm 128:2
This workbook equips families with practical knowledge to pursue self-sufficiency while grounding every skill in biblical wisdom. Whether you have a small suburban lot or a rural homestead, these fundamentals will help your family grow food, develop essential skills, and steward Yahuah's creation faithfully.
What You Will Learn:
Audience: Families (adults and teens)
Study Time: 12-24 weeks (1-2 lessons per week)
Use this section as a reference throughout your homesteading journey.
| Theme | Scripture | Principle |
|---|---|---|
| Work as Worship | Genesis 2:15 | Yahuah gave Adam work BEFORE sin - cultivation is holy |
| Stewardship | Leviticus 25:23 | The land belongs to Yahuah; we are tenants |
| Provision | 1 Timothy 5:8 | Providing for family is a spiritual obligation |
| Animal Care | Proverbs 12:10 | Righteous people care properly for their animals |
| Preparedness | Proverbs 27:12 | The prudent foresee danger and prepare |
| Diligence | Proverbs 6:6-8 | Learn from the ant - store in summer for winter |
| Community | Galatians 6:2 | Bear one another's burdens |
| Generosity | Leviticus 19:9-10 | Leave gleanings for the poor |
| Work Ethic | Colossians 3:23-24 | Work heartily as for Yahuah |
| Enjoyment | Ecclesiastes 3:13 | Enjoying labor's fruit is Elohim's gift |
Abad (עָבַד) - "to serve, cultivate, work" - Strong's H5647
Used in Genesis 2:15. Our work in the garden is SERVICE to Yahuah.
Shamar (שָׁמַר) - "to keep, guard, protect, preserve" - Strong's H8104
Same word used in "Yahuah bless you and KEEP you" (Numbers 6:24). We guard the land as Yahuah guards us.
Adamah (אֲדָמָה) - "ground, land, earth" - Strong's H127
Related to "Adam" (man). We were formed FROM the earth and work WITH the earth.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Heirloom Seeds | Open-pollinated varieties 50+ years old that breed true |
| Hybrid (F1) | First-generation cross between two varieties; won't breed true |
| Companion Planting | Growing plants together for mutual benefit |
| Nitrogen Fixing | Legumes adding nitrogen to soil via root bacteria |
| Browns (Composting) | Carbon-rich materials: dry leaves, straw, cardboard |
| Greens (Composting) | Nitrogen-rich materials: food scraps, fresh grass |
| Vermicomposting | Composting using red wiggler worms |
| Water Bath Canning | Preserving high-acid foods at 212°F |
| Pressure Canning | Preserving low-acid foods at 240°F |
| Fermentation | Preserving food using beneficial bacteria/salt |
| Hardiness Zone | USDA climate zones determining what plants survive |
| Roost | Perch where chickens sleep |
| Hardware Cloth | 1/2" wire mesh for predator-proofing (NOT chicken wire) |
| Varroa Mites | Parasites causing 90%+ of bee colony deaths |
| Langstroth Hive | Standard modular beehive design |
| Cold Process Soap | Soap made with lye without external heat |
| Gleaning | Biblical practice of leaving harvest for the poor |
| Bartering | Trading goods/services without money |
Find Your Zone: Visit planthardiness.ars.usda.gov
Zone 3-4: Very short season (90-120 days)
Zone 5-6: Moderate season (140-170 days)
Zone 7-8: Long season (180-210 days)
Zone 9-10: Year-round growing possible
| Plant | Provides | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Corn | Climbing structure for beans | Nitrogen from beans |
| Beans | Nitrogen to soil | Vertical support |
| Squash | Ground cover, weed suppression | Protection from pests |
Books:
Seed Sources:
Free Help:
| Season | Garden Tasks | Preservation | Animals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Plan garden, order seeds, start indoor seedlings (late) | Use stored food, inventory | Maintain coops, check waterers for freezing |
| Spring | Prepare beds, plant cool crops, transplant seedlings | Use last of preserved foods | Order chicks, bee packages; birth season for goats |
| Summer | Succession planting, pest control, watering | Peak canning/preserving season! | Monitor heat stress, peak egg production |
| Fall | Plant garlic, harvest, prepare beds for winter | Root cellar storage, final canning | Prepare winter shelter, harvest honey (leaving 60+ lbs) |
Check your current situation:
Based on your situation, the best starting point is:
Note: Adam was given work BEFORE sin entered the world. Work is Yahuah's original design, not the curse.
The Hebrew words in Genesis 2:15 are significant:
Source: Strong's Hebrew Concordance H5647 (abad), H8104 (shamar)
| Scripture | Principle |
|---|---|
| 1 Timothy 5:8 | "If anyone does not provide for his own... he has denied the faith" |
| Colossians 3:23-24 | "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for Yahuah" |
| Proverbs 12:10 | "A righteous man regards the life of his animal" |
| Ecclesiastes 3:13 | "That everyone should eat and drink and enjoy the good of all his labor—it is the gift of Elohim" |
| Leviticus 25:23 | "The land must not be sold permanently, because the land is mine and you are but tenants" |
This portrait of wisdom describes a woman who:
Source: Proverbs 31:10-31
1. What was Adam's role in the Garden of Eden according to Genesis 2:15?
2. What does biblical "self-sufficiency" actually mean?
3. Which woman in Scripture demonstrates gardening, commerce, and textile skills?
1. The Hebrew word "abad" means to or cultivate.
2. Adam was given work sin entered the world.
3. 1 Timothy 5:8 says if anyone does not for his own, he has denied the faith.
4. Proverbs 12:10 says a righteous man regards the life of his .
5. The Hebrew word "shamar" means to or protect.
6. Colossians 3:23 says to work as for , not for men.
7. Leviticus 25:23 says the land belongs to .
1. What is the difference between depending on Yahuah through homesteading versus depending on "Babylon's systems"? Give examples.
2. List three skills the Proverbs 31 woman demonstrates that relate to homesteading.
Discuss: How does our family currently depend on worldly systems? What is one area we could become more self-sufficient in this year?
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for Yahuah, not for men."
Write the verse from memory:
Close this workbook. On a separate paper, write everything you remember from Lesson 1: the Hebrew words abad and shamar, key Scriptures, and what biblical self-sufficiency means.
After 5 minutes, reopen and check what you missed. Mark those items for extra review.
Items I need to review:
Explain Lesson 1 to a family member or friend. Cover: (1) Why work was given before sin, (2) What abad and shamar mean, (3) The Proverbs 31 woman's skills.
Person I taught:
Date:
One question they asked:
Knowledge without action is dead. This week, complete ONE of the following:
What I/we did:
Source: University of Maryland Extension; USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
Raised beds: Fill with 50/50 mix of compost and topsoil. Use untreated cedar or redwood (rot-resistant). Avoid pressure-treated wood.
| Vegetable | Days to Harvest | Expected Yield | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lettuce | 30-45 | 4-6 harvests/plant | Very Easy |
| Radishes | 24-35 | 25-35 per row foot | Very Easy |
| Green Beans | 50-65 | 4-8 lbs per 10 ft | Easy |
| Zucchini | 45-55 | 6-10 lbs per plant | Easy |
| Tomatoes | 60-85 | 10-15 lbs per plant | Moderate |
| Cucumbers | 50-70 | 15-20 per plant | Easy |
| Peppers | 60-90 | 5-10 per plant | Moderate |
| Peas | 55-70 | 2-3 lbs per 10 ft | Easy |
| Garlic | 8-9 months | 6-10 heads per sq ft | Very Easy |
| Basil | 30-60 | Continuous | Easy |
| Kale | 55-75 | 2-3 lbs per plant | Easy |
| Turnips | 30-60 | 10-15 per row foot | Easy |
Source: Old Farmer's Almanac; Vegetable Gardener's Bible by Ed Smith
1. Most vegetables need -8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
2. Vegetables need approximately inch(es) of water per week.
3. A good beginner raised bed size is x4 feet.
4. are the fastest vegetable to harvest (24-35 days).
5. One zucchini plant can yield -10 lbs of produce.
6. Soil tests can be done through cooperative extension for $-30.
7. The ideal soil pH for most vegetables is -6.8.
Plan a 4x4 raised bed garden. List what you will plant in each section and why:
Why should you avoid planting near black walnut trees?
What vegetables does your family eat most often? Which of those could you grow at home?
"And Elohim said, 'See, I have given you every herb that yields seed which is on the face of all the earth, and every tree whose fruit yields seed; to you it shall be for food.'"
Close this workbook. Write everything you remember about: sunlight requirements, soil pH, container size for tomatoes, and beginner-friendly vegetables.
Items I need to review:
Teach someone how to start a basic vegetable garden. Cover: sunlight, water, soil, and 3 easy vegetables to grow.
Person I taught:
Date:
This week, complete ONE of the following:
What I/we did:
Source: Iroquois agricultural tradition; Cornell University Extension
| Plant | Good Companions | Keep Apart |
|---|---|---|
| Tomatoes | Basil, Carrots, Marigolds, Onions | Corn, Potatoes, Cabbage |
| Beans | Corn, Cucumbers, Squash, Peas | Onions, Garlic, Peppers |
| Carrots | Onions, Rosemary, Tomatoes, Sage | Dill, Parsnips |
| Peppers | Basil, Onions, Spinach | Beans, Broccoli |
| Cucumbers | Beans, Corn, Radishes, Sunflowers | Potatoes, Sage |
Source: Farmers' Almanac Companion Planting Guide; University of Florida Extension
Source: National Gardening Association; Organic Pest Control Guide
| Insect | Eats | Attract With |
|---|---|---|
| Ladybugs | Aphids, mites, whiteflies | Dill, fennel, yarrow |
| Lacewings | Aphids, caterpillars | Cosmos, goldenrod |
| Praying Mantis | General predator | Marigolds, dill |
1. The Three Sisters are corn, beans, and .
2. Beans fix in the soil.
3. Tomatoes should be planted WITH basil but AWAY from .
4. are beneficial insects that eat aphids.
5. Neem oil disrupts feeding and kills of insects.
6. Apply neem oil spray in early or evening to protect pollinators.
7. Marigolds help repel pests and attract insects.
Write the recipe for homemade insecticidal soap spray:
Explain why the Three Sisters work well together:
How does natural pest control reflect good stewardship of Yahuah's creation compared to chemical pesticides?
"You shall not sow your field with mixed seed."
Note: This teaches intentionality in planting - companion planting follows Yahuah's design of complementary relationships.
Close this workbook. Write from memory: (1) The Three Sisters and what each provides, (2) Three natural pest deterrents, (3) Bad companion pairs to avoid.
Explain the Three Sisters planting method to someone and why it works.
Person I taught:
| Browns (Carbon) | Greens (Nitrogen) |
|---|---|
| Dry leaves | Vegetable scraps |
| Straw | Fresh grass clippings |
| Shredded cardboard | Coffee grounds |
| Wood chips | Fresh garden waste |
| Pine needles | Chicken manure |
For every bucket of kitchen scraps, add 2-4 buckets of dried leaves. Source: University of Georgia Cooperative Extension
| Method | Time | Effort | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Composting | 4-8 weeks | High (turn regularly, 130-160°F) | Fast results |
| Cold Composting | 6-24 months | Minimal (just add materials) | Busy families |
| Vermicomposting | 3-6 months | Moderate | Indoor/apartment |
Source: Cornell Composting; The Complete Compost Gardening Guide
1. Which composting method is best for busy families with minimal time?
2. What type of worms are used for vermicomposting?
1. The ideal compost ratio is :1 browns to greens.
2. Hot composting finishes in -8 weeks.
3. Cold composting takes -24 months.
4. wiggler worms are used for vermicomposting.
5. Coffee grounds are considered (nitrogen-rich).
6. Hot compost piles reach temperatures of -160°F.
7. Red wiggler worms eat their body weight daily.
List 3 brown materials and 3 green materials for composting:
How does composting demonstrate the biblical principle of stewardship and nothing going to waste?
"When they were filled, He said to His disciples, 'Gather up the fragments that remain, so that nothing is lost.'"
Write from memory: The 3:1 ratio, three "browns," three "greens," and what NOT to compost.
Teach someone the basics of composting: the ratio, what goes in, and the different methods.
Person I taught:
| Type | Description | Can You Save Seeds? |
|---|---|---|
| Heirloom | Open-pollinated, 50+ years old, breeds true | YES - Save these! |
| Hybrid (F1) | Controlled cross for specific traits | NO - Offspring won't match parent |
| GMO | Genetically engineered in lab | Not available to home gardeners |
Source: Seed Savers Exchange; Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds
| Crop | Method |
|---|---|
| Beans/Peas | Let pods dry on plant until brown/rattling, shell and store |
| Tomatoes | Ferment seeds 2-3 days in water, rinse, dry on coffee filter 2 weeks |
| Lettuce | Let plant bolt, collect seeds from dried flowers |
| Peppers | Scrape seeds from fully ripe peppers, dry completely |
Source: Seed to Seed by Suzanne Ashworth
Most vegetable seeds remain viable 2-5 years when properly stored.
1. seeds are open-pollinated and breed true.
2. Hybrid seeds will NOT produce offspring that match the plant.
3. Tomato seeds should be for 2-3 days before drying.
4. Seeds should be stored at -50°F.
5. Heirloom varieties are typically + years old.
6. Let bean pods dry on the plant until before harvesting seeds.
7. Properly stored seeds remain viable for -5 years.
Explain the difference between heirloom and hybrid seeds:
Why is seed saving an important skill for long-term self-sufficiency? What happens if you can only buy hybrid seeds?
"Then Elohim said, 'Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb that yields seed, and the fruit tree that yields fruit according to its kind, whose seed is in itself.'"
Write from memory: Heirloom vs Hybrid vs GMO, how to save tomato seeds, and why seed saving matters.
Explain seed types to someone: Why heirlooms breed true and hybrids don't.
Person I taught:
| Method | Best For | Key Requirements | Shelf Life |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Bath Canning | High-acid foods (tomatoes, pickles, jams) | 212°F, jars covered by 1-2" | 1-2 years |
| Pressure Canning | Low-acid foods (vegetables, meats) | 240°F, 11-15 PSI | 1-2 years |
| Dehydrating | Herbs, fruits, jerky | Remove 90-95% moisture | 4-12 months |
| Fermenting | Sauerkraut, pickles, kimchi | Salt brine (2-3%), anaerobic | 4-18 months |
| Root Cellaring | Potatoes, carrots, squash | 32-40°F, 85-95% humidity | 2-9 months |
Source: USDA Complete Guide to Home Canning; Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving
Safety: Normal signs include bubbling and white foam. Problematic signs: fuzzy mold or rotten smell—discard if these appear.
Source: The Art of Fermentation by Sandor Katz
1. Water bath canning is ONLY safe for -acid foods.
2. Pressure canning reaches °F to kill botulism spores.
3. Dehydrating removes -95% of moisture.
4. Fermented vegetables must be kept under the brine.
5. Root cellars maintain -40°F temperature.
6. Sauerkraut ferments at -75°F for 3-4 weeks.
7. Pressure canning requires -15 PSI.
Why must low-acid foods be pressure canned instead of water bath canned?
How did our ancestors preserve food before modern refrigeration? Which methods would be most practical for your family?
"Go to the ant, you sluggard! Consider her ways and be wise, which, having no captain, overseer or ruler, provides her supplies in the summer, and gathers her food in the harvest."
Write: Five preservation methods with their best uses, and the critical botulism safety rule.
Teach someone the difference between water bath and pressure canning, and why it matters for safety.
Person I taught:
| Breed | Eggs/Year | Temperament | Cold Hardy? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island Red | 200-280 | Hardy, independent | Yes |
| Buff Orpington | 200-280 | Docile, family-friendly | Yes |
| Wyandotte | 200-240 | Calm, great temperament | Excellent |
| Plymouth Rock | 200-280 | Friendly, curious | Yes |
Source: Storey's Guide to Raising Chickens by Gail Damerow
| Item | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Coop (DIY or purchased) | $200-800 |
| 6 chicks | $30-60 |
| Feeder and waterer | $30-50 |
| Monthly feed (6 hens) | $20-40 |
A hen eats approximately 3 lbs of feed per week. A 50-lb bag ($15-25) feeds 6 hens for about a month.
Expect 5-6 eggs per week per hen during peak production (years 1-3).
1. Why is hardware cloth better than chicken wire for coops?
2. Which chicken breed is BEST for beginners with young children?
3. What benefits do chickens provide besides eggs?
1. Chickens need -5 square feet per bird indoors.
2. Hens typically lay -6 eggs per week during peak production.
3. Use cloth, NOT chicken wire, for predator protection.
4. One nest box is needed per -5 hens.
5. The Orpington breed is known for being docile and family-friendly.
6. Chicks begin laying eggs at -6 months old.
7. A hen eats approximately lbs of feed per week.
Why is hardware cloth better than chicken wire for coops?
How does Proverbs 12:10 ("A righteous man regards the life of his animal") apply to caring for chickens?
"A righteous man regards the life of his animal, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel."
Write: Coop requirements, egg production rates, common predators, and why hardware cloth not chicken wire.
Teach someone the basics of chicken care: shelter, food, water, and how many eggs to expect.
Person I taught:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Best Breeds | New Zealand White, Californian |
| Meat Yield | 5-6 lbs per rabbit in 8-12 weeks |
| One trio (1 buck, 2 does) | Can produce 100+ lbs meat/year |
| Housing | All wire hutches for sanitation; cold hardy but heat sensitive |
Source: Storey's Guide to Raising Rabbits
| Breed | Size | Milk/Day | Butterfat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nigerian Dwarf | 50-75 lbs | 1-2 quarts | 6-10% (highest) |
| Nubian | 130-175 lbs | 1-1.5 gallons | 4-5% |
| Saanen | 135-175 lbs | 1-2 gallons | 3-4% |
Source: Storey's Guide to Raising Dairy Goats
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Startup Cost | $200-500 (hive + bees + equipment) |
| Honey Yield | 50-100 lbs per hive annually |
| Time Required | 1-2 hours monthly during active season |
| Best for Beginners | Langstroth hive (standardized parts) |
Source: The Backyard Beekeeper by Kim Flottum
1. One rabbit breeding trio can produce + lbs of meat per year.
2. Dwarf goats have the highest butterfat content (6-10%).
3. Dairy goats must be milked every hours.
4. A healthy beehive can produce -100 pounds of honey per year.
5. mites are the leading cause of colony death.
6. Goats need secure fencing at least -5 feet tall.
7. The hive is best for beginner beekeepers.
Why must goats NOT use sheep minerals?
Which animal (rabbits, goats, or bees) would be most practical for your family's situation and why?
"You shall have enough goats' milk for your food, for the food of your household, and the nourishment of your maidservants."
Write key facts about each animal: rabbit production rate, goat mineral needs, and how much honey to leave bees.
Explain one animal (rabbits, goats, or bees) in detail to someone interested in homesteading.
Person I taught:
Source: Mother Earth News Homesteader Survey
| Factor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Startup costs (10x10 garden) | $200-500 |
| Annual costs (seeds, amendments) | $100-200 |
| Expected harvest value | $500-1,200 (year 2+) |
| Break-even timeline | Year 2-3 |
One tomato plant ($4) can yield 20+ lbs of fruit ($60+ value). Source: Investopedia Garden Cost Analysis
| Factor | Store Eggs | Backyard Eggs |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per egg | $0.18-0.40+ | $0.08-0.19 after startup |
| Initial investment | None | $500-750 |
| Monthly feed (6 hens) | None | $20-40 |
| Payback period | N/A | 18-24 months |
1. % of homesteaders produce 25% or less of their food in years 1-2.
2. The break-even timeline for a garden is typically year -3.
3. Backyard egg payback period is about -24 months.
4. Only % of homesteaders ever reach 75%+ self-sufficiency.
5. A garden's expected harvest value is $-1,200 in year 2+.
6. One tomato plant can yield + lbs of fruit.
7. % self-sufficiency is virtually impossible.
Calculate your potential savings:
| Item | Startup Cost | Annual Value | Years to Break Even |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden (10x10 ft) | $ | $ | |
| Chickens (6 hens) | $ | $ |
Why is the "real value" of homesteading more than just financial? List at least 3 non-financial benefits.
"That everyone should eat and drink and enjoy the good of all his labor—it is the gift of Elohim."
Write: Expected yields, startup costs, and the hidden values of homesteading beyond money.
Explain to someone why homesteading is valuable even if it doesn't "save money."
Person I taught:
Source: School of Natural Skincare Safety Guide
Source: CandleScience Beginner's Guide
Essential hand tools: Tape measure, combination square, crosscut saw, hammer, screwdrivers, clamps
Beginner projects: Raised beds, chicken coops, shelving
Key principle: Measure twice, cut once. The saw blade removes material (kerf).
| Method | How To | Kills |
|---|---|---|
| Boiling | Rolling boil 1 min (3 min at altitude) | All biologicals |
| Bleach | 8 drops per gallon, wait 30 min | Bacteria, some viruses |
| Filtration | 0.2-0.3 micron filter | Bacteria, parasites (not viruses) |
Source: EPA Water Purification Guidelines
1. When making soap, always pour into water, never the reverse.
2. Water should be boiled for minute(s) to purify (at sea level).
3. Use drops of bleach per gallon of water.
4. Soy wax should be heated to °F before adding scent.
5. The stitch is the strongest for seams.
6. At high altitude, boil water for minutes.
7. Filters should be 0.2- microns to remove bacteria.
Which self-sufficiency skill would be most valuable for your family to learn first? Why?
"She seeks wool and flax, and willingly works with her hands."
Write: The lye safety rule, basic candle making steps, and 3 herbal remedies with their uses.
Demonstrate one skill (soap, candles, or herbal remedy) to a family member.
Person I taught:
| Category | Items | Quantity (per person) |
|---|---|---|
| Grains | Rice, oats, wheat | 50-75 lbs |
| Legumes | Beans, lentils | 25-40 lbs |
| Sweeteners | Honey (lasts forever!) | 5-10 lbs |
| Fats | Coconut oil, olive oil | 3-5 quarts |
| Salt | Iodized and canning salt | 5-10 lbs |
Key distinction: Preparedness is saving to survive AND share. Hoarding is saving out of fear or greed.
What can you make/fix/grow WITHOUT stores?
1. Store gallon of water per person per day.
2. Proverbs 27:12 says a man foresees evil and hides himself.
3. never expires and is an excellent emergency sweetener.
4. Water in storage containers should be replaced every months.
5. stored grain for 7 years to save nations from famine.
6. Proverbs 6:6-8 tells us to consider the and be wise.
7. For 90 days, each person needs gallons of water.
How can we prepare for emergencies while trusting in Yahuah and avoiding the sin of hoarding? What's the difference in heart attitude?
"A prudent man foresees evil and hides himself, but the simple pass on and are punished."
Write: Water storage amount, the Rule of Threes, 5 shelf-stable foods, and first aid kit essentials.
Walk your family through your emergency plan and supplies. Identify gaps together.
Date of family meeting:
True self-sufficiency is a myth. We need community for:
| Goods | Services |
|---|---|
| Eggs | Repair skills |
| Seasonal produce | Childcare |
| Preserved foods | Teaching/tutoring |
| Handmade soaps/candles | Animal care |
| Baked goods | Garden help |
| Honey | Transportation |
Source: IRS Publication on Bartering; Wolters Kluwer Tax Guide
Ruth gleaned in Boaz's fields—a system that preserved dignity through work rather than handouts.
1. Acts 2 describes believers who had all things in .
2. Galatians 6:2 tells us to bear one another's .
3. True self-sufficiency requires for skill sharing and mutual aid.
4. Bulk purchasing help split large quantities to save money.
5. Leviticus 19:9-10 commands leaving for the poor.
6. gleaned in Boaz's fields.
7. The IRS considers bartering to be taxable .
What skills do you have to share? What skills do you need?
Who in your community could you connect with for mutual support?
How does the early church model in Acts 2 challenge our modern ideas of independence? How can your family live this out practically?
"Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the Torah of Messiah."
Write: The Acts 2 community model, 3 ways to barter, and how gleaning preserved dignity.
Share the vision of community self-sufficiency with another family. Discuss potential partnerships.
Family we connected with:
Our family's biggest takeaway from this workbook:
| Lesson | Done | D1 | D3 | D7 | D21 | D60 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Biblical Foundation | ||||||
| 2. Starting a Garden | ||||||
| 3. Raising Animals | ||||||
| 4. Food Preservation | ||||||
| 5. Water Security | ||||||
| 6. Energy Independence | ||||||
| 7. Natural Building | ||||||
| 8. Traditional Skills | ||||||
| 9. Natural Medicine | ||||||
| 10. Financial Wisdom | ||||||
| 11. Emergency Prep | ||||||
| 12. Community Building |
Multiple Choice: 1. B 2. C 3. B
Fill-in-Blank: 1. serve 2. before 3. provide 4. animal 5. guard 6. Yahuah 7. Yahuah
True/False: 1. FALSE (work existed before sin) 2. FALSE (she bought fields, sold goods) 3. FALSE (we depend on Yahuah, not Babylon) 4. TRUE 5. TRUE
Fill-in-Blank: 1. 6 2. 1 3. 4 4. Radishes 5. 6 6. 15 7. 6.0
True/False: 1. FALSE (4-6 hours for leafy greens) 2. FALSE (chemicals may leach) 3. TRUE 4. FALSE (start small) 5. FALSE (start as transplants)
Fill-in-Blank: 1. squash 2. nitrogen 3. corn/potatoes/cabbage 4. Ladybugs 5. eggs 6. morning 7. beneficial
True/False: 1. FALSE 2. FALSE 3. TRUE 4. FALSE 5. FALSE (morning/evening)
Multiple Choice: 1. B 2. B
Fill-in-Blank: 1. 3 2. 4 3. 6 4. Red 5. greens 6. 130 7. half
True/False: 1. FALSE (browns) 2. TRUE 3. FALSE (works indoors) 4. TRUE 5. FALSE (greens)
Fill-in-Blank: 1. Heirloom 2. parent 3. fermented 4. 40 5. 50 6. brown/rattling 7. 2
True/False: 1. FALSE 2. FALSE 3. TRUE 4. TRUE 5. FALSE (need fermentation)
Fill-in-Blank: 1. high 2. 240 3. 90 4. submerged 5. 32 6. 70 7. 11
True/False: 1. FALSE (must pressure can) 2. FALSE (needs 240°F) 3. TRUE 4. TRUE 5. FALSE (normal sign)
Multiple Choice: 1. B 2. B 3. D
Fill-in-Blank: 1. 3 2. 5 3. hardware 4. 4 5. Buff 6. 5 7. 3
True/False: 1. FALSE 2. TRUE 3. FALSE (1 per 4-5 hens) 4. TRUE 5. FALSE (decreases with age)
Fill-in-Blank: 1. 100 2. Nigerian 3. 12 4. 50 5. Varroa 6. 4 7. Langstroth
True/False: 1. FALSE (need copper) 2. TRUE 3. FALSE (1-2 hours monthly) 4. FALSE (highest butterfat, not volume) 5. FALSE (leave 60-80 lbs)
Fill-in-Blank: 1. 80 2. 2 3. 18 4. 10 5. 500 6. 20 7. 100
True/False: 1. FALSE 2. FALSE (cheaper long-term) 3. FALSE (quality, skills, etc.) 4. TRUE 5. FALSE
Fill-in-Blank: 1. lye 2. 1 3. 8 4. 185 5. backstitch 6. 3 7. 0.3
True/False: 1. FALSE (lye into water) 2. FALSE (not viruses) 3. FALSE (soy easier) 4. TRUE 5. TRUE
Fill-in-Blank: 1. 1 2. prudent 3. Honey 4. 6 5. Joseph 6. ant 7. 90
True/False: 1. FALSE 2. TRUE 3. FALSE (bad example) 4. TRUE 5. FALSE (replace every 6 months)
Fill-in-Blank: 1. common 2. burdens 3. community 4. co-ops 5. gleanings/corners 6. Ruth 7. income
True/False: 1. FALSE 2. FALSE (legal but taxable) 3. TRUE 4. TRUE 5. TRUE