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I Can't Be Everyone's Everything
Apr 27

Apr 27 I Can't Be Everyone's Everything

Laura Dedmon
control, emotions, encouragement, motherhood, Parenting

In a time where the world is full of uncertainty and our kids are overwhelmed, we often feel the pressure to set the tone for our children. This is not an easy task when we are feeling just as much fear. God gives us the tools to guide and parent our children in hard times!

Bi-Weekly Whole Food Meal Plan for April 26–May 9
Apr 25

Apr 25 Bi-Weekly Whole Food Meal Plan for April 26–May 9

Kelly Smith
Meal Planning, Food

Are you looking for a meal plan that is easy to follow and filled with yummy recipes?? Look no further! You will love our FREE healthy and delicious whole-food, gluten-free meal plans!!

How to Let Go of Unrealistic Mom Expectations
Apr 22

Apr 22 How to Let Go of Unrealistic Mom Expectations

Shelby Turner
expectations

The culture of motherhood often puts unrealistic expectations on us as moms, but we are not exempt from scripture that tells us the truth! We are held to different standards than the cultural expectations that weigh us down. Our standards are biblical and rooted in our relationship with Christ!

6 Ways to Be a Good Friend When You’re Busy
Apr 20

Apr 20 6 Ways to Be a Good Friend When You’re Busy

Kristin Demery
Friendships

When our schedule fills up, one of the first things we often sacrifice is our friendships. However, these friendships are so important. We need to connect with and be encouraged by others, and so we must nurture these relationships even when we are busy.

3 Powerful Prayers for the Angry, Tired, or Worried Mom
Apr 15

Apr 15 3 Powerful Prayers for the Angry, Tired, or Worried Mom

Kristin Funston
anger, Prayer

During these uncertain times, it is so important for us to pray. We can connect with God and pour our thoughts, worries, and cares out to Him. So, if you are tired, angry, or worried pray these scripture-based prayers.

Telling One Another Our Dumb Stuff
Apr 13

Apr 13 Telling One Another Our Dumb Stuff

Holly Mackle
anxiety, brave, confidence, fear, joy

We are sometimes reminded of God's faithfulness in silly ways. Although it might feel dumb, this stuff is not misplaced. God faithfully shows us Himself in the little items of life, and it's important to share our "dumb stuff" with others.

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Happy birthday to my baby girl Sophia!🎈🎉You are beautiful, kind and full of life. I’m so very lucky to be your mom!! 😭 Love you so much honey!♥️
ANGER. The one topic that resonates every single time we talk about it or write about it. I guess it is because there are a lot of us who struggle with anger. And maybe not even the explosive anger but the simmering irritation that is always ready to
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Over the last few weeks, centered around this season of Lent we've talked about what Lent is, should we celebrate it?, why confession is important and what humility really means. This week we continue our Lent series talking about forgiveness. Pat an
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The last 12 months have been so *different*, am I right? I’ve been doing my very best to navigate a world that can seem so strange and out of sorts at times. Nothing is just normal.... whatever normal is :). Sometimes it can feel like just too
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Over the last few weeks on our podcast we've been doing a series through Lent called, Dying to Live- dying to ourselves so we can have new life in Christ! And this week we are talking specifically about the character quality of HUMILITY.✨ Humility co
 
 

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