The cultural agenda toward sexual sin is grievous and doesn’t seem to be skipping any area of our world today. It’s God’s heart for you that you would stand and be an ambassador for Jesus, no matter the cultural climate in which you find yourself. His heart is that you would love people like He did. He is love, but He is also holy and just. What does that mean for us in how we relate to those who claim that sexual sin isn’t really sin after all?...
Aug 20, 2018•25 min•Ep. 650
Every week, I receive heart-breaking emails and messages via social media from parents who are struggling to navigate their way through a confusing and deceitful new narrative regarding human sexuality. As Christians, God calls us to know His Word—and like all things related to His creation, God is not silent on the issue of human sexuality. Today, I am thrilled to introduce you to Dr. Georgia Purdom. We’ll be talking for a few minutes about how we can be better equipped to answer the questions ...
Aug 17, 2018•26 min•Ep. 649
We like to use “I can do all things through Christ…” as a good luck charm, but knowing the context of it is critical, especially so we can teach it correctly to our children. Christ is enough no matter our circumstances, and Paul’s aim with this verse is quite different than we typically understand. Scriptures Philippians 4:13 Philippians 4:4-13...
Aug 15, 2018•24 min•Ep. 648
Join Heidi as she discusses the way to find God’s heart and also His blessing—it’s always inside God’s boundaries. With special guest Steve Lambert, father, grandfather and publisher of the popular homeschool curriculum, Five in a Row .
Aug 13, 2018•21 min•Ep. 647
It’s “Meet my friend Friday” and today, we’re focusing a little on getting geared up to go back to schedules… back to school. Join me as I talk to the wonderful Tiffany King about the importance of creating family mealtimes even if you only have 15 minutes to pull it off. Don’t miss it! TIFFANY KING has cooked more than 10,000 meals for her husband and four kids. Over the years, King has learned what works and what doesn’t for getting dinner on the table fast. Her recipes have been developed in ...
Aug 10, 2018•22 min•Ep. 646
Today, we’re continuing our study “Is that Really in the Bible” from MomStrong International! Have you ever thought of yourself as the center of God’s story? In a post-modern Church, that is often the case. We often have a tendency to insert ourselves into the center of biblical stories–we become the hero instead of seeing Jesus as the true hero or we reduce narratives down to a set of moral principles to apply so we can have a better life. This kind of man-centered reading and preaching can tak...
Aug 08, 2018•15 min•Ep. 645
People often ask me why my husband and I decided to homeschool our seven children. Truthfully, we never planned on homeschooling—but we have come to believe that it is the best educational option out there today for many reasons: socialization, educational opportunities, freedom… just for starters. If you’re a parent who is sitting on the fence about homeschooling or if you’re a seasoned homeschooler who has lost your vision for education, tune in today! Heidi has a big hug for you and a reminde...
Aug 06, 2018•22 min•Ep. 644
“Are we there yet?” This is the question Heidi asked her husband one night after a long day of frustrating parenting and personal setbacks. Sometimes, it feels easier to get off the battlefield and throw in the towel. If you’re struggling to stay on the battlefield, or if you’re in a season of doubt and frustration, tune in—there is a blessing in perseverance! Scriptures Deuteronomy 6:6 Judges 2:10-12...
Aug 03, 2018•17 min•Ep. 643
Many of us are struggling with the hard places of life right now. Unexpected loss, tragedy, prodigal children, a culture that cries out for hope. Why DO bad things happen—and where is God in the middle of it all? It’s difficult when we think God made a bad decision, or we don’t understand His plans. Join Heidi today as she addresses this topic and reads a little from her newest book, “Prayers for the Battlefield.” We cannot always understand why things happen — but we can know that God’s heart t...
Aug 01, 2018•18 min•Ep. 642
I get letters and emails daily from parents who are struggling to shield their children from the onslaught of the transgender movement. It’s in our libraries, in “children’s” books, in television shows. Today, I am answering a question from a mom who is struggling to speak the truth and wonders where that boldness can be found. Spoiler alert: God will give you what you need when you need it. Tune in today for a timely discussion on a tender topic....
Jul 30, 2018•20 min•Ep. 641
As a mom of seven, I am always looking for help with mealtime. Today, my friend Erin and I talk about ways to provide our families with frugal, fast meals and avoid the 4pm meltdown. (A moment of silence for every mom who knows what the 4pm mealtime meltdown is all about.) Listen in and be encouraged! www.myfreezeasy.com Erin Chase is the founder of 5DollarDinners.com , 5DollarMealPlan.com , GroceryBudgetMakeover.com , and MyFreezEasy.com and author of The $5 Dinner Mom Cookbook series . She’s o...
Jul 27, 2018•26 min•Ep. 640
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord…” we hear this verse quoted all the time in Christian circles. It’s on plaques in the bookstore and on graduation cards … but who was this verse written for? How should we understand God’s heart from the passage in Jeremiah 29? Join me today as we dive a little deeper into the study from MomStrong International! God’s heart is FOR His children. Scriptures Jeremiah 29:1-14 Pre-Order Prayers for the Battlefield Today!...
Jul 25, 2018•21 min•Ep. 639
Today at Mailbox Monday, Michelle asks, “How do I start to de-clutter my books? I don’t how to get rid of things and I’m afraid I’ll miss something that I let go of.” Today, I’ll be talking about my summer project: I took out a very old carpet and in the process, emptied most of my house. The result: a massive de-clutter! It was a lot of work, but it has created an atmosphere of peace and relaxation in our home that was worth every trip to the Salvation Army and every trip to the dump. Using Mar...
Jul 23, 2018•14 min•Ep. 638
“Did you really just say that?” I can’t even count how many times I have thought or said this in a moment of frustration and anger with one of my children. Yes, parenting is hard work — but Ginger Hubbard offers life-giving, practical solutions that even busy parents can implement today by pointing our children (and ourselves) back to the ultimate parenting manual: The Bible. This is one of my favorite podcasts ever—tune in! You will be glad you did. Scriptures Mentioned James 1:5 Matthew 12:34 ...
Jul 20, 2018•29 min•Ep. 637
“You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.” John 14:14 … Is that Really in the Bible continues this week as we take a closer look at what this verse means and how to pray God’s will in your life. Be encouraged! God’s heart toward His children is truly a father’s heart. His heart toward you is always, ever, only good. Pre-Order Prayers for the Battlefield Today!...
Jul 18, 2018•23 min•Ep. 636
Loaded questions are our speciality here at the podcast and this one packs a whallop! If you have struggled with the issue of alcohol and Christianity, you’re not alone—but what does God have to say about it? Quite a bit! Tune in as we talk about whether or not Jesus really did turn water into wine and what God says about drinking alcohol. Mentioned in Podcast Today’s Christian Woman: What Does the Bible Say About Alcohol? Pre-Order Prayers for the Battlefield Today!...
Jul 16, 2018•20 min•Ep. 635
Today, my friend Jennifer is joining me for an encouraging and honest discussion about how very busy we all are—and how it just might come down to issues of control. Jennifer is the author of It’s All Under Control , which releases on the same day as me new book, Prayers for the Battlefield! Listen in, I know you’re going to be glad you did. Jennifer Dukes Lee is the author of It’s All Under Control, along with other books. She is a blogger, a speaker, and a former news reporter for several Midw...
Jul 13, 2018•30 min•Ep. 634
This month at MomStrong International, our study is called, “Is that Really in the Bible?” and today, we’ll be talking about a passage in 1 Corinthians that is quoted often… like this: “God will never give you more than you can handle.” Is that true? Is that what Paul meant? Listen in today, friends—I think you’re going to be encouraged! Scriptures 1 Corinthians 10:1-13 2 Corinthians 4:3-9 Pre-Order Prayers for the Battlefield Today!...
Jul 11, 2018•22 min•Ep. 633
Are you wishing for a screen-free summer? You’re not alone? Today on the podcast, I’ll be answering a question from Dana and I’ll be offering four ways you can get your child away from screens and into summertime right now. Be encouraged! You can do it! More Like this From The Busy Mom Help! I’m Parenting Kids in the Age of Social Media, with Kathy Koch – Are you struggling to parent your kids in this Internet age? Ever wonder what to do when you realize your child may be addicted to his/her dev...
Jul 09, 2018•17 min•Ep. 632
Have you ever seen the bumper sticker that says “COEXIST” and wondered why we can’t all just “get along?” The point of that sticker is to embrace the lie that all religions are equal and that they all lead to God. But is is true? Is there more than one way to heaven? Join me today as we talk about when it’s appropriate to be “intolerant” and why Christianity offers hope through the death and resurrection of Jesus. Mentioned in the Podcast Bible Answers to Life’s Big Questions: Conversations Abou...
Jul 06, 2018•18 min•Ep. 631
You CAN study the Bible! Today we are kicking off our summer series, “Is that REALLY in the Bible?” and I know you will love it! Starting today on the podcast, we’ll be talking about the importance of studying the Bible in context – and addressing the most commonly misunderstood and misquoted verse in the Bible out of Matthew 7, “Do not judge.” Really? We’re never to judge? Let’s talk about that verse today and what it means for every person that claims the name of Jesus. Go deeper with us over ...
Jul 04, 2018•20 min•Ep. 630
How are we to live in the culture that has turned it’s back on the Lord? I may not have a great answer, but the Word of God has a great one! Join me. Scriptures Mentioned Matthew 5:13-16 Galatians 6:10 Micah 6:8 More Like This From the Busy Mom Dare to Be A Daniel – Talking to Your Kids About Standing for the Lord – This is startlingly new territory for parents: explaining why a man is being celebrated as a woman on the cover of a magazine is not something we’re used to talking about. Here’s the...
Jul 02, 2018•10 min•Ep. 629
I’ve said for years that education is not neutral, and now it seems so with our public libraries. We need to stand in the gap for our children and make sure we know what our libraries are trying to teach them. Be proactive, parents! More Like this from The Busy Mom An Honest Talk About the Culture with Elizabeth Johnston Part 1 | Part 2 Join us on MomStrong International Today!...
Jun 29, 2018•19 min•Ep. 628
We are called to set our hearts on the unshakable irrevocable victory that we have in Christ. He has already triumphed, and you will too! Never give up. Fight the good fight with the armor He offers you! Gird up, Girl! Gird Up, Girl is based on Ephesians 6 Join us at MomStrongInternational as we start a study about what’s *really* in the Bible! More Like This From The Busy Mom A Spiritual Battle Dare to be a Daniel: Talking to Your Kids About Standing for the Lord The Essential Guide to Spiritua...
Jun 27, 2018•23 min•Ep. 627
I have jam-packed podcast for you today—I’ll be updating you on California’s AB 2943 and answering a question from a mom who is struggling with how to deal with the topic of suicide. These are hard topics—but God has hope for you today! Mentioned in Podcast Grieving a Suicide I was a Suicidal Christian Info about California Bill CA AB2943 More Like this on The Busy Mom 13 Reasons Why…Not Part 1 | Part 2...
Jun 25, 2018•20 min•Ep. 626
Join my friend, author Sarah Mae, and me as we talk about her newest book, “The Complicated Heart.” If you have ever struggled to let go of painful relationship and walk in freedom, this is one show you won’t want to miss. Sarah Mae is the author of several books, including Desperate: Hope for the Mom Who Needs to Breathe (with Sally Clarkson). She writes and speaks to encourage women to keep on and begin again. She resides in Lancaster County, PA with her husband and her three children. Her nex...
Jun 22, 2018•22 min•Ep. 625
It seems that it’s popular in the culture today to embrace a posture of victimization. We’re victims because of the circumstances of our birth, our financial background, our race or our gender. Many people are angry over things that happened generations ago—and rather than embrace a posture of gratefulness for what God has done, they embrace an identity that’s wrapped up in victimization. Men and women of God—this is not who you are in Christ! God says you are more than conquerers through Christ...
Jun 20, 2018•20 min•Ep. 624
If you’re like me, you let your kids browse the library books and pick out what they want to take home, without giving it much thought. It’s the library! But listen, Mom, we’re learning we can’t do that anymore. It’s time to #getoffthebench and get involved in what’s happening, because the children’s section isn’t a safe place for our kids. Let’s talk about why and what we can do.
Jun 18, 2018•17 min•Ep. 623
Are you a slave to your belongings? Do you spend more time caring for them than enjoying them? Do they keep you from living a healthy full life and spending time with others you love? Will your children be saddled with generations of hand me downs when you pass? These are important questions to ask as we learn to be good stewards of the resources we’ve been given: money, time, and relationships. Don’t miss my interview with one of my favorite people, Steve Lambert as we talk about the challenge ...
Jun 15, 2018•25 min•Ep. 622
There is a difference between endurance, forbearance, and perseverance. One implies joy and a whole life experience that is so much more than passively surviving. Let’s discuss which one we are created for!
Jun 13, 2018•23 min•Ep. 621
