#FarmSunday Devotional | The Power of Love
Farm Sunday devotional: love was never something we had to earn. From 1 John 4:19, discover why He loved us first, and what it means for how we love others.
We’re Lane and Jules.
We’ve spent our careers helping people and organizations navigate change, embrace transitions, and design what’s next. Then one day, we asked ourselves a simple question:
“What if we turned that same design process on our own life?”
So, here we are.
At Sweet BombDiggity Farms, we’re intentionally designing a life that flourishes, one season, one experiment, and one good day at a time.
And we’re sharing what we learn along the way: garden guides, recipes from the farm kitchen, stories from our farm rescues, a devotional every Sunday, and practical ideas for creating a life with more purpose, joy, and possibility.
We’re designing our what’s next. Maybe we can help you design yours.



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Designing a life on purpose, at any age. Real stories, good questions, and the book we’re writing now.
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Plain-spoken guides to what we grow, from black-eyed Susans and hydrangeas to berries and potatoes.
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Recipes and preserving from our table: skillet cobblers, quick pickles, and cold drinks for a Tennessee heat wave.
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A field we almost missed
There’s a section of our field we kept mowed, season after season, without ever knowing black-eyed Susans were growing there. This year we let it go a little longer, and it came up in thousands of blooms.
We’re not mowing it anymore.
That field is why we believe it’s never too late. Sometimes the flourishing is already there. You just have to stop mowing it down.
#FarmSunday · This week
Farm Sunday devotional: love was never something we had to earn. From 1 John 4:19, discover why He loved us first, and what it means for how we love others.
A new devotional from our farm every Sunday. Read it, then pass on the Good News.
Field Notes

Not all black-eyed Susans are created equal. From the classic ‘Rudbeckia hirta’ to the dramatic ‘Rudbeckia maxima,’ each variety offers unique beauty and versatility. Whether you prefer a traditional look or a more modern arrangement, there’s a black-eyed Susan for you.

The complete hydrangea guide: pruning, feeding schedules, disease-resistant varieties, and how to preserve blooms, organized by type so you know exactly what yours needs.

Fish emulsion is a great option for feeding your plants, especially in the fall when they need a boost. Simply mix a tablespoon per gallon of water and water it in like normal. This slow-release formula will help your plants grow strong and healthy.
Tried and true
Brands we use and trust, for the garden, the flock, and everything in between.

For the flock
USA-made bedding, treats, and coop care for backyard chickens and small pets.
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Feed
Feed and supplements for horses, livestock, and backyard poultry.
Visit Purina ↗
For the kitchen
Grain mills and stand mixers for fresh-milled flour and from-scratch baking.
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Supplies
Farm, garden, and animal supplies for life out here.
Shop Tractor Supply ↗Some favorites come from brand partners, and some links earn us a small commission. We only share what we use ourselves.
On the shelf

Farm Sunday Devotionals, Vol. I
A year of weekly devotionals for the seasons that ask everything of you.
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Farm Sunday Devotionals, Vol. II
A year of weekly devotionals for the joy that only God can give.
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Coming soon
A Flourishing Life at Any Age. Stories, a framework you can use, and questions to help you get unstuck.
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The two of us
Here on our own farm, we’re designing our life on purpose. We have a heart for these animals and this land, and somehow it all works together: the work and the life, the goals and the dreams, the farm and the garden. That’s what a flourishing life looks like to us.
Co-founder · Author
Lane has spent more than 30 years helping people and organizations grow, from his early career in engineering to leadership in education, human resources, and human-centered design. He is a Fisher Professor of Innovation at the University of Tennessee’s Haslam College of Business.
Co-founder · Author
Jules has spent more than 25 years building brands people love. She led marketing at WBIR, executive produced the Emmy-winning Heartland Series, and has worked with brands like Samsung, Mitsubishi, and NFL Super Bowl weekend. Today she teaches marketing, human-centered design, and leadership at the University of Tennessee’s Haslam College of Business, where her research explores creativity and leadership.
Creativity, human-centered design, and designing what’s next, for teams, conferences, and retreats.
We partner with brands that fit how we live. Our media kit is available on request.

Sweet BombDiggity Farms Rescue & Sanctuary
Launching soonOur donkeys, goats, pigs, and the rest of the crew are ambassadors for our 501(c)(3) rescue. Their site is launching soon, and newsletter readers will hear about it first.
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