My friend Ruth Schwenck is joining me today and we’re talking about being in the word. Ruth ‘s heart is that her book reaches each mom where she is and does the most important thing – points her to Jesus. When we make time with Jesus a priority in our lives, we will see that it changes us. It’s worth it.
Many Christians today have fallen victim to a dangerous trend in the culture: we are using emotional reasoning to address spiritual issues. Listen in today as I discuss week three of our study on discernment and learn why we must never allow our emotions to determine truth. Scriptures Mentioned in Podcast
Has anyone ever told you that your version of the Bible isn’t the correct one? Christians often misunderstand the historical context and behind newer (and older!) versions of the Bible. Today, I’ll try to clear the air on this topic and also answer one listener’s question about whether or not essential oils should be used by Christians. Tune in and be encouraged!
arenting teens is one of the most challenging seasons of parenting, isn’t it? While this can be a difficult time of transition for parents and teens, there is hope. You can parent well and build a stronger relationship even through the teen years. Join me today for an encouraging talk with my friend, author and speaker, Connie Albers.
Do you know that God wants you to grow in Him? It’s true! That means putting what we learn into practice. It’s not enough just to hear God’s Word, we need to obey it. We deceive ourselves if we think that it’s pleasing to God to interact with His Word without keeping the Word. We can’t be content with simply hearing the Word and walking away. We are rightly dividing the word of truth. God’s end goal in His Word is not simply agreement, but transformation....
Is yoga harmless? Is it just another form of exercise, or is the strong spiritual component of yoga something Christians should be wary of? Yoga means "to yoke" or to open oneself up and invite in the spirit of yoga. Yoga sutras are a basically a guidebook for divination, which God expressly prohibits in the Bible. Listen in as Jessica Smith makes a strong case for how the poses alone invite spiritual forces into our lives that have no place in the lives of Christ followers. The Bible says, "You...
Should Christianity mix with yoga? Are yoga poses benign if we do them but don't engage in the spiritual practice behind them? This is the question I'm asking my guest, Jessica Smith, who taught yoga for many years. Jessica has a unique perspective and a solid biblical stance on this modern controversy. Yoga is one of the six orthodox schools of Hindu philosophical traditions, yet many Christians today are practicing yoga with the belief that yoga's deep ties to Hinduism and Buddhism can be avoi...
If there is such a thing as truth, there is such a thing as a lie. And our human reasoning should never become the foundation of our answers when presented with a lie cloaked in disguise. We must listen to the Holy Spirit and know the Word of God so we can discern evil when we see it. Discernment is so critical in the life of a Christian. Join me at MomStrong International as we look further at Defining Discernment this month!
Mailbox Monday! I’m weighing in on the vaccination situation today, as I live in one of the counties with a measles outbreak. We’re also talking about habitual sin in the church and whether or not our salvation is sure. Lots to talk about today!
I reject the idea that Christianity and politics don’t mix. Churches aren’t prioritizing cultural issues, or we don’t understand what’s actually at stake. While this is not a theocracy, Christians need to be on the forefront of this cultural discussion. We must get #offthebench and #ontothebattlefield!
Do you wonder if you’ve made something an idol in your life? Children, homeschooling, a choice your family has made? It’s easy to do these days, and the problem is that we don’t usually recognize it when we’ve done it. But let’s get back to our first love and walk away from our idols!
Do you ever struggle with the feeling that you’re not good enough to homeschool? Me too! I’m blessed today to introduce you to a new friend here at the podcast. Jamie Erickson is a mother of five and will encourage you to homeschool with confidence and courage as you follow God’s voice into new seasons of mothering and homeschooling. Be brave! God’s got you—and your kids—in His hands.
How do we handle it when things are difficult and we want to be locked in a room with just a box of kleenex and ice cream? Arm yourself with preparatory measures–extra time in the scriptures, prayer partners, breaks–and prepare yourself for battle! God has specially chosen you to raise your world-changer—but that means you’ll need to be strong in the Lord. Join me today for a lesson from God’s Word in Christ-honoring courage!
The world would have us believe that truth is flexible and open to interpretation. We know the Bible tells us otherwise, and as we raise our kids, this is one of the most important concepts to teach. This requires getting #offthebench and fighting for the truth of the Word of God to be upheld in the public square. Rise up! Scriptures Mentioned in Podcast
God calls us to be intentional about our instruction of His commandments, talking of them when we sit in our homes, when we are out and about, at the close of our todays and the beginning of our tomorrows. For many of us, this can feel a bit overwhelming. How many Bible lessons can one mom possibly come up with?! Listen in an be encouraged as I walk through week two of our study on how to leave a legacy of blessing.
“What is it like to be homeschooled through high school?” This is a question my kids get a lot, and today on “Meet My Friend Friday,” I’m going to introduce you to one of my favorite people on the planet, my son, Spencer! Spencer and I will be talking about the ups and downs of homeschooling, and talking candidly about his experiences ahead of his June 8th graduation from our homeschool. Join me for this very special edition of the podcast....
How will your kids remember you? As it turns out, the seeds you are sowing right now are important. They’re the building blocks for your legacy. This month at MomStrong International, we’ll be talking about God’s heart for you in the legacy that you leave. It’s more important than you may realize, and more powerful than you may ever comprehend. Don’t Miss These!
Have you ever struggled to talk about hard things with your kids? You’re not alone! Join me as I answer questions from listeners for “Mailbox Monday,” one of my favorite days of the week at the podcast.
Do you ever lay your head on your pillow at night at wonder if you’re missing something? Do you feel regret about how you’re spending your time as a family? Are you struggling to make time for what matters? If I just described you, be encouraged today as my friend, author Jessica Smartt joins me to talk about her new book, “ Memory Making Mom. ” Instead of feeling overwhelmed, lean in and be encouraged!
“WHY, MOM?” Have your kids ever challenged your authority? Turns out they’re not so unlike the Israelite’s! This week, I’ll be focusing on the last week of our study on God’s love for us which, mercifully, includes discipline. Learn how you can follow God’s example with your own children as you train them up to walk with God.
“Do not be terrified of them, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” These are God’s Words to His people—and yet, we are struggling to walk in them today. So what does it look like to be “strong and courageous?” Today, we’ll take a look at courage through the lens of Scripture. Listen in and be encouraged!
Last week, Senator Elizabeth Warren announced her new, free “Universal Childcare for All” plan—and my heart sank. When did we start to see our children as an inconvenience to career goals? When we stepped outside of God’s plan for families. Join me today for a provocative conversation with my friend, author and podcaster Dale Partridge and we discuss the truth about God’s design for families.
In learning about love this month, we’ve focused on several different kinds of love. Today I’m talking about how that works out in our every day relationships – even if the last thing we feel for someone is love!
Can we take back the word LOVE? It seems to trump everything in our culture and is used as a defense in almost every conversation – love, not hate – love, not abortion – love, not a wall… how do we take it back as God defines it?
Today I’ve brought a guest to share with you her story of survival out of sex trafficking. Jasmine Grace Marino believes God is redeeming her story so she can offer hope and raise awareness of the reality of this in our every day lives.
The way we learn how to love people is to ask ourselves how Jesus did it. Listen in today as I touch on this month’s Bible Study at MomStrong International with a special emphasis on prayer and the Holy Spirit. – 727
Today, I’ll be answering a weary mom’s common question in this technology age: should I give my 11-year old a smart phone? Listen in as I offer advice to this weary mom, and also tackle a question from a mom who is having a hard time controlling her tongue. You’re not alone, parents! Listen in and be encouraged!| 726
This month at MomStrong International we’re studying love. God created us to be in relationship with our Creator, and until that relationship is secure and growing, we are going to have a hole in our hearts that nothing else can fill. Join me for week one of UNCONDITIONAL: A Love for the Ages.
A few weeks ago, a weary mom found the courage to ask a question that’s on the hearts of many of married couples: “How do I keep sex alive in marriage?” Join me today as I tackle this important question and encourage you to keep the home fires burning! Marriage is worth it!
Have you ever found yourself leaning too hard into a rules-based lifestyle? This was the case for my guest today. After living a decade in the chokehold of a legalistic community, Kendra emerged to find healing, grace for herself, and a renewed faith the stood apart from the religious confines of her rigid church. We also tackle to topic of the common overreaction of legalism—which is to miss God’s heart and end up in another ditch. Tune in for this important discussion!
