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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to unplug from all “smart” devices and return to the simplicity of a landline and a knock on the screen door?
Erin Loechner brings her passion for educating families on ways to avoid common technological pitfalls, as well as her love of slow living to the show today for a fascinating conversation with someone truly willing to practice what she preaches.
Plus, I love the fact that she brings all of her stories and data back to God’s Word and His Truth.
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Bible References:
Psalms 33:4-5
Ecclesiastes 1:9
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Join me as I chat with Brent and Katie Kruithof from Yeah, Baby Goods about a perspective shift that allowed them to view their home as the hub of their business endeavors and their spiritual pursuits.
We talk about entrepreneurship, stewardship, and what it looks like to include our kids in meaningful ways within our home.
You’ll be encouraged by their passion for hard work, family togetherness, and keeping the Lord as the center of it all.
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Bible References:
Romans 5:3-5
Psalm 127
Deuteronomy 6:6-8
1 Corinthians 10:31
2 Peter 1:3
Matthew 5:30-32
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If you feel the call to homeschool and don’t know where to start, are on the fence, or just feel curious about the movement, you’ll want to listen to Monica and I chat about her new book, Becoming Homeschoolers.
We also chat about our mutual love for fitness + motherhood from the perspective of moms with older/graduated kids and encourage you in practical ways to stay the course.
I know this conversation will be a blessing to homeschoolers, but there’s plenty for all moms.
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Monica Swanson
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Bible References:
Galatians 6:9
Esther 4:14
Proverbs 31:27
Proverbs 31:15-31
John 17:9-26
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This week, we chat solo parenting with older kids, adjusting expectations, and the art of transitioning back to a two-parent household whenever our husbands are home.
Plus, I give you a (perhaps) surprising perk to solo parenting at the end as a takeaway.
Enjoy!
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Bible References:
Romans 5:3-5
John 16:33
Romans 8:28
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One of the FAQs I receive weekly in DMs is: “How do you handle solo-parenting when your husband is gone?”
And while I know that everyone’s solo-parenting circumstances are different, there are some core principles that can help shift your mindset from “woe is me!” (been there) to “I’ve got this” (in Christ’s strength). Is so important to actively look for ways to thrive rather than simply survive!
I share some of the things that have helped me most in this episode, and I’ll talk more about ways the Lord has grown my maturity + resourcefulness in this area in part 2. Enjoy!
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As we approach Mother’s Day (in the U.S.), I pray this brief episode will be an encouragement to stay the course for those who are in or for the long haul and a balm for those who are hurting this week.
You are in my prayers.
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Bible References:
Philippians 4:6
Psalm 34:18
Jeremiah 29:11
Matthew 5:44
Ephesians 4:32
Matthew 6:12
James 1:17
Psalm 27:13
James 4:14
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Ever wondered how to create an environment of camaraderie, family connection, and meaningful discussion in your home?
Continuing the theme from our conversation in the last episode with the Voetbergs, Jennifer Pepito shares her wisdom gleaned from years of investing intentionally in her own family, but she also shares mistakes and the grace the Lord has offered her in her imperfections.
Be encouraged that you don’t have to “get everything right” to establish important traditions that become sacred and cherished in your family—even if none were passed down to you by your own parents!
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Site: habitsforasacredhome.com
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Bible References:
Ephesians 6:4
Deuteronomy 6:7c
Hebrews 12:2
James 4:6
1 Kings 1:6
Psalm 139:23-24
2 Corinthians 10:5
2 Corinthians 12:9
Isaiah 64:6
1 Corinthians 3:6-9
Galatians 6:9
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Ep. 63: Passing Down the Good (A Chat with Elisha and Katie Voetberg)
In a world that champions airing every bit of trauma/bad strategies passed down from parents, it’s rare (and refreshing!) to encounter young families who are, instead, holding with the positive traditions of their origin families and being intentional to praise the good (while acknowledging the not-so-good).
Elisha and Katie Voetberg (who own/run our sponsor company, Voetberg Music Academy!) are doing just that—choosing to recognize + pass down the positive practices they were taught without turning a blind eye to the common pitfalls we all face as parents.
They discuss what they love about their upbringings as members of larger-than-culturally-normal families. They share strategies for being intentional + wise with stewarding time with children + spouses. And they speak with maturity beyond their years that they credit to having parents who trusted them enough to apologize + pivot when things weren’t working.
I know you’ll be encouraged + energized by this conversation!
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Site: nowthatwereafamily.com
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Bible References:
Matthew 22:37
Genesis 1:28
1 Samuel 16:7
Matthew 28:16
James 3:16
Colossians 3:23
Proverbs 31
Titus 2
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Ever walked into a public library with your children, only to hurry them past the displays in the kids’ section because they’re almost all focused on promoting one secular agenda or another?
You’re not alone. Choosing good literature for our kids--especially in light of the blatant bias many librarians proudly display--can be a challenging task in our current cultural climate.
In this episode, Korie Johnson from Good Book Mom tells us all about how we, as Christian parents, can build relationships with our local library and its leaders in order to make an impact both on the books they promote and on the individuals themselves.
You’ll be encouraged by her straightforward approach to choosing quality children’s literature (it doesn’t all have to be explicitly Christian!) and also her practical suggestions for how to interact with your library community to enact change.
Korie has lots of great resources on her website where she vets and reviews hundreds of books so we don’t have to!
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Bible References:
1 Corinthians 10:31
Ephesians 6:12
Deuteronomy 6:6-8
Ephesians 5:9
Matthew 5:16
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“Child free” is a phrase that populates comment sections on social media, Reddit threads, news articles, and more.
It’s more than a little trendy to at least entertain the idea of forgoing having children altogether.
But is it biblical?
I sit down with my good friend, Jennifer Flanders from
Flanders Family Home Life, chat about the biblical implications of a child-free lifestyle.
We also chat all things birth control and what it looks like to live a surrendered life before the Lord—in every area, including, but not limited to, our fertility.
Jennifer is one of my favorite humans on the planet, and I know you’ll appreciate her wisdom!
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Bible References:
Ephesians 5:15
Psalm 127
Psalm 128
Genesis 1:28
Proverbs 3:5-6
1 Corinthians 7:2
Matthew 6:19-21
Proverbs 16:9
Jeremiah 29:11
1 Corinthians 7
Genesis 38
Luke 23:29
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In part one of this topic, we unpacked why “overstimulation” is such a commonly used term—especially in motherhood—these days.
In this episode, we take a deeper look at some of the ways we might contributing to our own overwhelm. Because sometimes, all those “tabs” left open in our brain, driving us nuts, are the results of too many bad yeses and not enough good knows.
Self-awareness and the ability to admit when we have gotten into bad habits or failed to heed wise advice are both crucial to reclaiming our mental peace in a way that honors God.
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Bible References:
Ecclesiastes 1:9
Ephesians 5:15-16
Matthew 12:36
Proverbs 20:24
Isaiah 26:3-4
1 Peter 3:15
Matthew 11:29-30
Hebrews 4:9-10
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Have you ever credited your frustration or overwhelm in a particular situation to “overstimulation?” If so, join the club!
“Overstimulation” seems to be the word for mothers on social media (and many in-person interactions too). And it’s easy to understand why with so many things grabbing for our attention on top of a need to love and care for our families well.
The good news is there is hope in the midst of the overwhelm, and we don’t have to be slaves to the things that make our brains feel like they’re full of bees.
In this episode we’ll talk about the reality of feeling overstimulated (it’s not all in your head!) but also tackle practical ways to combat it with both compassion and grit.
Be encouraged that “overstimulated” is not where you have to stay, friends!
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Bible References:
Romans 6:1
Romans 8:37
2 Corinthians 12:7
1 Peter 5:8
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This conversation will be such an encouragement to any mama (or woman!) with a dream in her heart but no idea how to steward it well for the glory of God.
In this episode, Lyndsey Mimnagh from Treehouse Schoolhouse chats with me about everything from personality traits (how much do they matter?) to working backwards from your end goal to make it a reality (it works!) to DIY house-building (we’ve both been there) to homeschooling (same) and much more!
I know you will be encouraged by her stories of the Lord’s faithfulness to prepare her for the “next right thing” and her honesty about the imperfect process along the way!
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Lyndsey Mimnagh
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Bible References:
Philippians 4:13
Psalm 1:3
Esther 4:14
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“Masculinity” might be one of the most hot-button words in our current culture. And one of the most misunderstood.
Thankfully, my friend, Durenda Wilson, mama to eight, including five young men, is sharing her wisdom and experience with to help us understand the truth about raising boys. With humor, compassion, and practical action steps, she explains how important it is to parent our sons with intentionality and care for the unique ways that God has made them.
Check out her new book, Raising Boys to Men, and don’t forget to take advantage of exclusive pre-order offers today!Guest Info:The Durenda Wilson Podcast
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Bible References:
Deuteronomy 6:6-8
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Have you ever found yourself nervous to announce a pregnancy, discuss parenting philosophies with a friend, or discuss school choices when your mother-in-law?
Why? Because you’re afraid of what they’ll say!
If so, you are far from alone. It’s so hard not to let other people’s opinions on the choices we make for our families affect our confidence in them.
And yet, when it comes to issues that aren’t specifically addressed by Scripture, we have so much freedom in Christ to pray, seek wise counsel, confer with our spouses, and “do the next right thing” as unto the Lord—even if it’s not a conclusion our neighbor/cousin/mom/sister/friend would have reached.
Be encouraged that the Lord gives wisdom and peace to His people as they diligently seek Him.
Bible References:
John 15:13
Colossians 3:17
1 Peter 2:23
Romans 12:5
Galatians 5:1
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I regularly get asked if any of my children have a diagnosis with which we must grapple.
While the answer is no, I do have firsthand knowledge of both the struggles and the joys of having a child with special needs through my friendship with Lindsay Long, my closest friend, business partner, and the illustrator of both M Is for Mama and Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad, and her daughter, Evie.
In this episode, we talk about the grief that comes along with realizing that your child may never achieve some of the same milestones as other children with fewer limitations.
We discuss the biblical principle of true contentment and the “joy set before us” in the privilege of pouring ourselves out for our children, regardless of disability.
And we declare God’s goodness in hardship, even while acknowledging that we don’t always like the circumstances in which He has placed us.
I have no doubt that Lindsay’s insights and experiences will be a blessing and an encouragement to all who listen—but especially to those who walk the sometimes lonely road of special needs parenting.
Proverbs 27:17
Psalm 139
John 12:24-26
Matthew 5:39
Romans 12:15-17
Philippians 4:11-12
John 3:30
Philippians 4:13
1 Corinthians 3:11
Isaiah 25:8
Romans 8:28
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Heidi St. John—homeschool mom to eight, grandmother, author, and speaker—joins me on this episode to chat all things motherhood: finding our giftings, using them for the Lord + our families, and, yes, being willing to accept help.
Because motherhood (as with most things) is best done in community!
Join us for a lively conversation about how “bad days don’t make moms”—in fact, they often give us an oppportunity to repent and model asking forgiveness to our kids. You’ll be encouraged to keep showing up and serving God even when you fail. What a gift!
Women’s Bible Study w Heidi St. Johnbravebooks.com
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Bible References:
Matthew 12:30-31
Matthew 25:40-45
Colossians 3:23
Exodus 14
James 1:6
Titus 2
Proverbs 27:17
1 John 4:4
Romans 8:1
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It would almost take living as a full-on Luddite to not know something about Taylor Swift. The sheer volume of interest, speculation, online posts, and photographs of just one person exemplifies our culture’s propensity to “obsess” over celebrities.
One thing that sets “T Swift” apart is a dogged loyalty to/approval of/fascination with her: music, life choices, and person as a whole.
And this includes many Christians who include themselves in the ranks of enthusiastic “Swifties.”
In this episode, we examine what it looks like, from a biblical perspective, to be devoted first and foremost to Jesus rather than *any* pop culture icon, no matter how much nostalgia and warm fuzzy feelings arise when we think about listening to their music/watching their movies/living vicariously through their publicly broadcasted lives.
This is not a bash on Taylor Swift but rather a call to every Christian to honestly examine to whom our affections are most devoted and by whom we are most influenced—Jesus and His holy Word…or the world.
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Romans 1:25
Matthew 6:21
Romans 12:2
Psalm 119:105
Romans 3:23
Romans 3:10-12
2 Timothy 4:7-8
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When you hear the word “deconstruction,” what comes to mind? An honest examination of biblical truth? An automatic rejection of it? Something in between?
In this episode, my friend, Alisa Childers—author, respected apologist, and, herself, a survivor of the deconstruction movement—does a great job of speaking to the need for defining our terms.
After all, if nobody knows exactly what the term “deconstruction” means, it’s going to be impossible to bring it before the light of Scripture and examine it truthfully.
Alisa and I also discuss why it’s important to understand this movement as moms who are charged with teaching our children God’s Word and encouraging them to seek truth over cultural trends.
Be encouraged that clarity in this area is not only possible but crucial to combatting the cultural lies that tell us we know better than God.
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Bible References:
Ephesians 4:14
Exodus 12
Ephesians 5:26
1 Thessalonians 5:21
Romans 11:34-36
Proverbs 12:16
Proverbs 6:24
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One of the more common buzz phrases I’m encountering on the Internet is the term “church hurt.”
The problem, as with many popular phrases, is the true meaning of “church hurt” is hard to nail down, meaning anything from true abuse of power and spiritual neglect to a rightful accountability check of sin.
Not only that, but since we are called to look not only to our own needs but also to the needs of others (Phil. 2:4), the intensely personal narrative surrounding church hurt often becomes more about the person who experienced (real or perceived) injury than it is about the God who heals every sorrow and is so near the brokenhearted.
To further complicate issues, many in the church hurt movement seem determined to lump the entire entity of “church” in with what they deem a broken system, rotten to its core.
And so, we must examine all of these claims in the light of Scripture. Is all church hurt equal? Should every claim be taken at face value? Is there still such a thing as a healthy church?
We address all of these questions (and more) in light of Scripture in today’s episode.
Bible References:
Micah 6:8
Psalm 1:1
Philippians 2:3-8
Matthew 18
Matthew 18:21-22
Hebrews 10:23-25
Philippians 4:13
Romans 12:15
2 Corinthians 5:17
Romans 6:23
John 14:15
Jeremiah 17:9
Luke 6:45
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