M Is for Mama Podcast

If the concept of giving your child a firm theological foundation in God’s Word feels overwhelming, today’s episode is for you! Trevin Wax, author of The Gospel Way Catechism for Kids, helps break down the essentials of topics to discuss with your children, ages 8-12, and how to approach them biblically. We also address how to catechize our elementary-middle school children in a way that makes the gospel come alive. Be encouraged you have great influence, and there are lots of great resources to help you stay the course! Guest Info: Trevin Wax is an author, Bible teacher, and theologian who is passionate about helping Christians understand how the truth of the gospel speaks to the questions and challenges of our culture. Read More from Trevin at His Site - Trevin Wax Looking for a Resource for Adults? Explore The Gospel Way Catechism Want to Build a Strong Biblical Foundation with Your Children? Explore The Gospel Way Catechism for Kids Mentions: Listen to Teaching Toddler Theology (A Chat with Lauren…

Our current culture gives us every reason to make excuses for our lack of capacity: circumstances, trauma, personality, etc. But what if we truly believed that God’s Word and power truly have everything we need for life and godliness and that we truly can do so much more than we feel capable of—not because we are great but because Christ is. In this episode, I talk about the link between choosing contentment and growing capacity, backed by Paul’s famous, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” When we have hit a wall of capability, we still have the ability to turn to God in praise and receive strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow. If you’re struggling with overwhelm or wondering how to grow in your capacity, I pray this episode encourages you that it’s possible! Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at-home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 at checkout for…

Bestselling children’s author + illustrator, Tabitha Paige joins me on this episode to talk about her precious new book, I’ve Loved You From the Start. She shares the deeply personal story behind its creation (inspired by her special needs son, Ducky) and gives so much encouragement in motherhood, Christian perseverance, and joy through struggle. I loved this conversation, and I know you will too! Guest Info: Tabitha Paige is a bestselling children’s author, illustrator, artist, speech-language pathologist, and mother of four. Her beautiful watercolor books are created to help little ones learn, grow, and feel deeply loved. Check Out Her Books at Her Site - Tabitha Paige Interested in Tabitha's Works? Order Her New Book I’ve Loved You From the Start Sponsor Info: Tighten Your Tinkler Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now. Use Code:…

If you know one thing about me, it’s that I think you should read your Bible. A lot. And then read it some more. And this episode’s guest agrees with me! Raechel Myers, co-founder of She Reads Truth, joins me to talk about how busy Christian women can incorporate Bible reading into their everyday lives, the impact our faithfulness to God’s Word can have on the rest of our family, and the importance of doing whatever it takes to minimize distractions that lead us away from Bible reading. Join us as we chat all things Scripture, and be encouraged that God’s Word is transformative for every Christian at every stage of her life. Guest Info: Raechel Myers is the co-founder and CEO of She Reads Truth, a worldwide community committed to helping women read and engage with God’s Word every day. She leads the organization out of a deep love for Scripture and the conviction that all of the Bible is good news. She Reads Truth Podcast The Bible Is for You: A Devotional Journey Through Every Book of the Bible She Reads…

If you have questions about sleep training, this is the show for you! Not only is Jessie Martin a pediatric sleep specialist who has helped numerous clients find the best plan for optimizing sleep in their individual homes, but she’s also a Bible-believing Christian who desires to honor God with her work. Sleep training has become a hotly debated topic, especially on social media. It’s common to find opposing groups of thoughts passionately debating (aka: screaming at each other about) their views. But the truth is there is so much freedom in Christ to find what works best for your family. And we want to encourage you to diligently seek wisdom from the Lord before getting caught up in Facebook wars. Guest Info: Jessie Martin is a pediatric critical care nurse, mom of four, and double-certified pediatric sleep consultant. Through The Goodnight House, she helps families pursue better sleep using personalized, practical, and evidence-based support. Jessie Martin on Instagram The Goodnight House on Instagram The…

We’re back with another round of Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday, podcast style after a long break! This episode, I’m tackling your questions about teen dating guidelines, how to move forward after a friendship breakup, how to foster great sibling relationships, and more! It’s always fun to do a catchup episode with you, dear listeners. Enjoy! Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at-home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 at checkout for 20% off of each month that you are enrolled! Tighten Your Tinkler Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now. Use Code: MAMA50 for $50 off at checkout! Bible References: Mark 12:30-31 2 Corinthians 6:14 Galatians 5:22-23 Romans 12:15 Matthew 18:15 Matthew 7:3-5 1 Thessalonians 5:18…

Today’s show welcomes Dr. Ben Carson who shares with us about how the Lord grabbed ahold of his life in his teens and had guided him ever since—through an illustrious medical career, influential positions in government, and writing bestselling books. Through it all, he emphasizes personal responsibility and returning to the roots of our nation’s Christian faith. Be encouraged that you have so much agency to direct your children toward Truth and hard work. Dr. Carson credits his mother with greatly influencing his growth and success and with setting him on a path away from destruction. As we invest in our own children, we have the opportunity to do the same! Guest Info: Dr. Ben Carson is a retired pediatric neurosurgeon, former U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and bestselling author whose work emphasizes faith, personal responsibility, education, and America’s founding principles. Check Out Dr. Carson's New Book: Built on Faith Want Your Kids to Learn About America? Go to Little Patriots…

If you’ve ever struggled with how to convey deep theological concepts in a simple way to your toddlers, this episode is for you! In it, we talk about the common obstacles that keep parents of young children from engaging with and catechizing them. So often, it’s less about a lack of desire and more about feeling intimidated and not knowing where to start. Lauren Groves has written a series called Toddler Theology to address this pain point for parents. I can personally attest to how much my little ones enjoy her colorful, simply structured board books, and I know upper will too! Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at-home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA25 at checkout for 25% off of the first month that you’re enrolled! Tighten Your Tinkler Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit…

My twin girls, Evy and Nola, are some of the most delightful humans I know, and they join me on the show to chat all things Double Delights (the baking book they wrote with me). We talk about how much we learned in the process of writing this book, how it came to be in the first place, and which recipes we love the most. I know you’ll love hearing from Evy and Nola as much as I loved having them on the show! Double Delights is available for preorder now and officially launches on October 6! Sponsor Info: Voetberg Music Academy Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at-home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA25 at checkout for 25% off of the first month that you’re enrolled! GlowBodyPT GlowBodyPT’s 12 Week Post Pregnancy Plan helps moms rebuild core strength and heal diastasis recti through safe, efficient workouts designed specifically for postpartum recovery. Created by a certified Prenatal and Postnatal Exercise Specialist…

We’re back with season 4 of the M is for Mama podcast, and we’re kicking it off with one of my favorite people, Jennifer Flanders. In this episode, we chat about all things “village” in motherhood. It’s no secret that moms need help, but the ultimate question is from where? And what do we do when we’re in seasons of little or no help from our community? We tackle these questions (and lots more) with personal experience and, so much more importantly, truth from God’s Word. Whether your mom lives down the street and comes over every day to help or you live 500 miles from your closest family member and don’t even have a reliable babysitter you can pay, be encouraged that the Lord’s strength is sufficient for all He has called you to, and that strength is perfected, not diminished, in your weakness. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle.…

In our Part 1 of this series, we answered common questions about Catholicism from the Catholic perspective with help from a Catholic priest. In Part 2, we’re sharing answers from a Protestant viewpoint.The number one question I get asked from Catholics is, “We seem so aligned on a lot of topics, so why aren’t you Catholic?”We answer this question and so many more in this episode—particularly focusing on the biblical passages on which we are basing our beliefs and convictions. (You’ll find all those references below!)We also highlight the key theological differences that mean our answers must diverge from the Catholic stance.We pray this episode is a blessing and an encouragement to all who listen/watch, and we’re so glad you’re here, regardless of where you fall in this discussion. Bible References: Ephesians 2:8-10 Hebrews 13:8 John 19:30 Ephesians 2:9 2 Corinthians 5:21 James 2:17 Philippians 2:12 John 13:35 John 14:15-31 Hebrews 10:11 1 Peter 3:18 Romans 14:5 Romans 6:12 Matthew 6:16-18 Matthew 6:9-13…

You asked, we’re answering! After months of receiving questions about Catholicism, I decided it was time to dive in. I’ve invited Wit (my pastor) to join me as we address FAQs about Catholicism from Protestants (Part 1) and answer questions about Protestants from Catholics (Part 2). For Part 1, Wit interviewed a local Catholic priest, Father Gavin, to ensure that our answers accurately reflect the Catholic perspective. Any answers he gives in this episode either come directly from Father Gavin’s responses or from other sources accepted by the Catholic Church. Although we provide some commentary in this episode, our goal is primarily to faithfully convey the Catholic viewpoint on some of the most common questions I received (such as whether Catholics worship Mary or why they believe in purgatory). We hope this episode provides clarity for those non-Catholic listeners who find themselves wondering about common points of confusion. Enjoy! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

We know we’re supposed to read the Bible with our kids. But sometimes, we overlook the why of its importance. In this episode, Melissa and Michael Kruger approach the topic of family devotionals in a way that makes it seem doable—because it is! It’s not about perfection but instead intention. And with their new book. The Good News Family Devotional, they’ve created a resource that walks parents through the process of teaching God’s Word (in this case, the gospel of Mark) to our children. Our best advice? Just start somewhere, and then stay the course, trusting the Lord to direct your path and sustain you every step of the way. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA10 at checkout to get your first month for only $10! Guest Info: Melissa and Michael Kruger - Authors of The Good News Family Devotional: 52 Weeks Through…

If you’ve ever wondered how you’ll survive your boys’ energy and verve for life, if you’ve been concerned the walls might not be standing by the time they leave the house, and if you’ve racked your brain for productive ways to channel their zeal for life, this episode is for you. Rebekah Lovell is a boy mom of two, and she joins me (mom of seven males) to talk about the wild, wonderful world of boyhood and why it’s so important to steward our boys’ masculine traits for the glory of God. We touch on the endless energy and how to harness it, how to address boys differently than girls, how to connect when they’re older, and so much more! If you’re a mom of boys, today’s show is just for you and will bless you greatly! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA10 at checkout to get your first month for only $10!…

Are we willing our young adults for success as they go out into the world, and are we even defining success correctly? These questions are just two of the many I tackle with my guest, Jonathan Brush from Unbound Ministries. With multiple decades of working with youth and young adults under his belt, Jonathan approaches helping them thrive in a world full of pitfalls and opportunities for failure in a refreshing, practical, and approachable way. Be encouraged, parents, that, in Christ, you have what it takes to equip your older kids with the biblical knowledge and godly principles they need to go out into the world and make an impact for the Kingdom! Guest Info: Jonathan Brush - President and CEO of Unbound Ministries Interested in Jonathan's Topic? Check Out Unbound Here! Bible References: Genesis 1:27 Philippians 2:17 Matthew 22:36-40 Proverbs 16:9 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Philippians 2 Exodus 20:1-17 Colossians 1:20 Genesis 50:20 Matthew 16:23 Matthew 14:22-33 John 18:10-11 Romans 8:28 Hebrews 12:11 Hebrews…

In our last Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday episode of this podcast season, I share several tidbits of exciting news from our family (hint: Europe 2.0, baby!), answer your burning questions about toddlers, and so much more! I’m so glad you enjoy these long-form answer-style episodes as much as I enjoy making them! If you have a WWKW question for me, you can always submit it for consideration to abbie@misformama.net Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! Mentions: Double Delights - The Twinzies' Baking Book! ⁠NourishMoveLove⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Penny Reward System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Episode 145 with Tilly Dillehay Episode 59: Rhythms and Margins Episode 11: Seasons…

Postpartum is such a special time in every mom’s life, but it can also has its fair share of challenges: hormonal shifts, sleepless nights, and physical recovery, to name a few. Our guest Anne Marie Williams is here to encourage moms to be proactive with their postpartum, actively pursuing ways to get help, think ahead, and manage their expectations. We chat about everything from meal prep to different postpartum syndromes to getting back into exercise—all with the goal of bringing more joy and peace to the postpartum mom’s life. Take heart that you can be prepared with God-honoring, practical ways to do postpartum well! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! Guest Info: Anne Marie Williams Liked Anne Marie's Topic? Check Out Her Podcast Here! Mentions: NourishMoveLove…

If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s desire to have a lemonade stand is an indication of future financial stewardship or a glimmer of true entrepreneurial spirit, you’ll love this episode! Bryant Greening has taken his own childhood (then adult) propensities for building businesses and translated them into a resource for kids called The Piggybank Playbook. Part vision casting, part practical record-keeping practice, the Piggybank Playbook helps parents take their child’s interests and transform them into something actionable and even charitable. If you’ve been looking for a way to encourage your kids to build life skills around money and stewardship, this is the episode for you. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tighten Your Tinkler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now. Use Code MAMA50 For $50 Off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music…

What if we truly believe our contentment were not linked to our circumstances—that we really do have the ability to give thanks in all circumstances, as we’re exhorted to do by Scripture? What would it change? For the Christian woman mired in bitterness and comparison, the answer just might be “everything.” In this conversation with Tilly Dillehay, we explore the influences in modern culture that drive Christian women to consider themselves short-changed by their husbands, their children, and, ultimately, God. Join us for a thought-provoking show sure to step on your toes a little even while it encourages you to keep your eyes squarely focused on Christ. Guest Info: Tilly Dillehay Buy Tilly's Book My Dear Hemlock Here! Check Out Her Podcast Home Fires Here! Follow Tilly On Instagram! Bible References: Genesis 3:1 Philippians 4:4-13 Romans 7:15-20 Psalm 116:15 1 Corinthians 10:31 Philippians 2 Matthew 16:24-26 Genesis 1:27 1 Corinthians 14:33 Proverbs 31 Galatians 6:2 Galatians 5:1 1 John 5:4-5 Mentions:…

Every week, on Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday, I get asked for tips for picky eaters, how to get kids in the kitchen (without losing your mind), and teaching kids about healthy eating choices. In this episode, we tackle all of these topics and more with Katie Kimble from Raising Healthy Families. She provides lots of practical suggestions for overwhelmed moms, gives great insight on how to equip kids to take agency for their contributions at home (and in the kitchen, specifically), and helps demystify the struggle to feed kids healthy food. I know every mom who listens to this episode will come away with valuable insights into a topic that has many parents scratching their heads. Guest Info: Katie Kimball Visit Her Site ⁠Here!⁠ Join the No More Picky Eating Challenge ⁠Here!⁠ Mentions: ⁠Ted x Talk: Picky Eating Isn't About the Food⁠ Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gentleness Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Penny Reward…

If you had asked me if I had finding acreage and building another house on my bingo card for 2026, my answer would have been a resounding NO! And yet, here we are! In this episode, I’m tackling a bunch of your FAQs about how this came to be, the plan for our current house, and what we’re hoping to keep the same/change in the new build. We’re excited (and a little nervous) to embark on this adventure and hope you’ll enjoy coming along for the ride! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! Mentions: Sign Up for the M Is For Mama Newsletter Here! Bible References: Job 1:21 Romans 8:28 1 Corinthians 10:31 Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gentleness Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Penny Reward…

Homeschool moms, you’re in for a treat as I chat today with Mandy Davis, a former public school administrator turned homeschool educator. In this episode, we talk about her unlikely journey to homeschooling as well as what made her keep going once she arrived. Woven throughout are so many tidbits and practical tips for new and seasoned homeschool moms. Not only that, but Mandy’s created a resource for all homeschooling families capped The Homeschool Bible—with the goal of comprehensively answering the most common homeschooling questions. I know it will be a blessing to you! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tighten Your Tinkler⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now. Use Code MAMA50 For $50 Off ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their…

On today’s show, Abbie and Abbey talk all things grace, mom guilt, and perseverance in motherhood. In a world that can swing from extremes such as try-hard motherhood perfectionism to the “hot mess express” mom, finding our center on the truth of the completed work of Christ for us as moms can feel almost impossible. I’m thankful for grounded voices like Abbey’s who help moms to discern Scripture rightly and remind them of their worth in Christ as well as the high calling they have received to raise up the next generation in the teaching and admonition of the Lord. Be encouraged you are not in this fight alone. And no matter how much you may feel like you’re failing, know that Christ’s sacrifice is more than enough to cover any sin or shortcoming, and today is great day to start again. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20…

If you’re a Christian and a mother (or soon to become one), this episode is for you! Dannette McGrew, certified birth doula, is on the podcast today to talk about Christians and birth. We discuss everything from hypnobirthing to the best place to give birth (spoiler: it’s wherever the Lord leads you). Everything that Dannette shares is rooted in a desire to compare birthing practices to the Word of God and approach birth in a way that honors the Giver of life. Regardless of how your births have gone, I know you’ll find food for thought in today’s show. Enjoy! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Summit Ministries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Give your kids a stronger foundation to embrace a biblical worldview and learn to navigate complex topics, such as abortion, doubts, evolution, gender…

If you’ve ever found yourself mumbling about what you’re doing in the pantry or asking yourself why you walked into the garage and flipped on the lights, then you’re probably well-versed in the art of talking to yourself. The science behind it is obvious: As we vocalize our thoughts out loud, we help our brains process better. So, what if we applied this truth to our spiritual lives and began “talking back” to the lies our brains try to sell us sometimes? This exact practice of preaching truth to myself—out loud—is one that has served me well over 20 years of marriage and parenting. And I think it could help you too! Listen in as I give you concrete examples of what this looks like for me and how you too can benefit from talking yourself off of an emotional ledge before you ever tell anyone else something you might regret. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Summit Ministries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Give your kids a stronger foundation to embrace a biblical worldview and learn to navigate complex topics, such as abortion, doubts,…

Today’s episode is extra-special since I have my 15-year-old daughter Della joining me to chat and answer your questions. We talk about what it’s like to be the oldest girl in a large family, how to navigate sibling conflict, what she’s looking forward to in her future and so much more! I hope you enjoy hearing from Della’s much as I enjoyed chatting with her! She’s truly a gem of a human being. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tighten Your Tinkler⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Summit Ministries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Give your kids a stronger foundation to embrace a biblical worldview and…

In a world that tells every parent of young children, “Just you wait until they’re teens. Then you’ll really know how bad parenting can be,” RuthAnn Zimmerman and I are here to call hog wash. Yes, teens are a unique challenge and need to be treated with kindness and discernment. Yes, teen struggles can feel much bigger and scarier than toddler meltdowns. But teenagers also can be delightful, funny, and thoughtful. In this show, we debunk the myth that the teen stage has to be miserable and talk about some strategies we’ve employed to not just survive but thrive through it. I know you’ll be encouraged to reframe your mindset about teenagers to one of hope rather than dread. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Summit Ministries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Give your kids a stronger foundation to…

One of my biggest FAQs involves questions about chores, kids’ responsibilities, and teaching children self-discipline. On this episode, I invite my friend RuthAnn Zimmerman to share her wisdom about intentionally facilitating responsibility and stewardship in children through hard work, discipline, and appropriate expectations. She talks about how they chose to take on animals and tasks for the sake of giving their children meaningful work, how we as moms should be “working ourselves out of a job”—at least for a time— and why our idolization of childhood can actually hold our children back. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! Guest Info: RuthAnn Zimmerman Visit RuthAnn's Site Here Buy Her Book The Heart of the Homestead Here! Bible References: Ephesians 2:10 Galatians 6:9…

Today’s episode has a rare treat—an appearance from my husband, Shaun. We tackle some of your burning questions, most notably how to stay connected in seasons of stress, busyness, small children, or all of the above. We hope you’ll glean some helpful tidbits from this marriage chat and that you’ll be encouraged to invest faithfully in your own marriage each and every day. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tighten Your Tinkler⁠⁠⁠ Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! ⁠⁠⁠Summit Ministries⁠⁠⁠⁠ Give your kids a stronger foundation to embrace a biblical worldview and learn to navigate complex…

Sometimes, you meet someone with whom you instantly click, and it feels like you’ve known each other for decades. That’s how it felt when I found my friend Kat online. We started chatting via DMs, and a couple of years later, we got the chance to hang out face-to-face when she came to stay at our house for my book launch party for You Bet Your Stretch Marks. Our conversations during our time together ranged from the ridiculous to the deeply theological (and everything in between). I knew Kat would make the perfect guest on the podcast for a blend of informal chatting and meaty biblical encouragement. And I was right. I know you’ll love Kat as much as I do, and I pray you’ll be emboldened to view motherhood with fresh eyes of enjoyment as a result. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tighten Your Tinkler⁠⁠ Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now.…

What if we truly believed God’s power gave us everything we need for life and godliness? That His power really is made perfect in our weakness? That His grace is actually sufficient for every circumstance we encounter? In this episode, we dive into the kind of thought patterns that keep us stuck in resentment + bitterness, instead of contentment (“must be nice” and “if I had what she had, I’d be able to…” are big ones!). And we talk about practical ways to reshape our thoughts to align with Truth from God’s Word. The Bible tells us we are already overcomers if we have Christ. The goal is to truly start to believe and act on it! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tighten Your Tinkler⁠ Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free 5 minute quiz to start recovering now. Summit Ministries For over 60 years, Summit has equipped students ages 16-22 to defend, own, and live out a Biblical…

Y’all asked, and I’m delivering! So many of you wanted a dedicated episode on why “be a blessing” is our family motto and how we practically apply it in our home and community at large. As always, we go back to Scripture as our guide for any phrases or intentions we choose to focus on, and there are plenty of examples of what it means to look outside ourselves for the purpose of blessing others all throughout God’s Word. I pray this episode helps you to think through the focus you’d like your own family to have and the biblical “why” behind it! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tighten Your Tinkler Tighten Your Tinkler was created so women could heal – quickly and completely. Regain your strength while keeping your dignity. Visit tightenyourtinkler.com and take their free quiz to start recovering now. Mentions: Episode 74: Tighten Your Tinkler ⁠Episode 18: When Your Kids Don't Feel Like Blessings Bible References: Luke 10:27 Ephesians 5:25-29 Philippians 2 Ephesians 5 Galatians 1:10 1 Corinthians 10:31 Luke 6:45…

Welcome to Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday podcast-style in 2026! In this episode, we’re tackling everything from chores as discipline to whether you can homeschool without a co-op to how to move forward with peace when you’ve gone through multiple miscarriages. As always, my goal is to give you practical helps based on biblical principles, rather than teach you to do anything “Abbie-style.” May this episode encourage you to seek the Lord’s wisdom in every area! Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! Mentions: Episode 129: Capacity Episode 124: Walking Through Grief Bible References: James 1:5 Hebrews 12:7 Philippians 2:3-4 Matthew 22:36-40 Philippians 2:6 Ephesians 4:15 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 Matthew 6:34 Proverbs 3:5-6 Job 1:21 Romans 8:28 Philippians 1:6 Matthew 28:20 Psalm 34:18 Psalm…

One of my favorite things when I have guests on is when they combine biblical principles with actionable steps for more peace, joy, and order in our homes. Arlene Pelicane does this so well in today’s episode in which we discuss the biblical principles that undergird family interactions in areas that span everything from technology to marriage. I know you’ll be encouraged to stay the course (or maybe recalibrate your approach) as you hear Arlene’s articulate, passionate, and encouraging arguments for approaching everything in our homes with God’s Word in mind. Guest Info: Arlene Pelicane Check Out Her Podcast - Happy Home Podcast Get Her Books - Making Marriage Easier, Screen Kids, and Parents Rising Want to Learn More About Arlene? Visit Her Site Here Bible References: Nehemiah 8:10 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Romans 3:10 Exodus 20:1-17 Genesis 18:16-33 Isaiah 30:18 Proverbs 9:10 Ruth 1-4 Matthew 1:1-17 Matthew 7:13 Matthew 25:21 Romans 3:23 Matthew 5:16 Luke 6:34 Matthew 5:39 Colossians 3:23-24 Links:…

Have you ever wondered why you can’t seem to get as much done as you used to? Or, conversely, why something that used to feel overwhelming now seems like not as big a deal? The answer, in a word, might be capacity. Human beings are seasonal creatures, and there will be times in our life when we are simply capable of more (or less), thanks to a variety of factors. Join me as we chat about how to approach capacity in a God-honoring way that acknowledges that both the seasons of low bandwidth and high productivity are all a gift from Him. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! Mentions: Episode 81: Seasons Podcast Episode Episode 7: Comparison Podcast Episode One Year Chronological Study Bible Brick For Phones Bible References: Matthew 6:31 Psalm 34:18 James 4:15 Links:…

All right, friends! We’re answering all things Christmas in this episode. A few years back, I did a Christmas series you guys loved, but it felt like a good time to do a follow up. We talk gifts, keeping Jesus the focus, what to do about Santa Claus, and favorite traditions—all in one jam-packed Christmassy show! Mentions: Me First! Gameshow Buzzers Awana Advent Devotional Episode 45: Let's Talk Christmas Part 1 Episode 46: Let's Talk Christmas Part 2 Episode 47: Let's Talk Christmas Part 3 Episode 48: Let's Talk Christmas Part 4 Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! ⁠⁠King's Ridge Elderberries⁠⁠⁠ King’s Ridge, works hard to grow and harvest high quality fresh frozen elderberries and elderberry products from their family to yours. When you buy from the King's Ridge you are supporting small…

If you’ve ever struggled to find the line between teaching your children life skills while also not putting them in dangerous situations, then this episode is for you. In it, we explore what the true purpose of promoting autonomy in our kids is from a biblical perspective and how we can do that while fulfilling our God-given parental roles of protecting and discipling. Practicing discernment in parenting is hard in lots of areas—but especially ones in which there is so much noise about the psychological ramifications of we do/do not do something just so. Be encouraged we have great agency, as Spirit-led parents, to make judgment calls in this area of responsibility and safety that work for our families. Mentions: ⁠MIFM Podcast Episode 15: Giving Our Kids Appropriate Responsibilities Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of…

During the Christmas season, joy can feel like something we *should* have, even while we struggle to stay afloat with everyday life plus the responsibilities of making magical memories for our children. But what if joy were so much more than a feeling—were instead an assurance of something weighty and eternal that can never be taken away? I wrote The Joyfulness Challenge to explore these exact themes, and we’re chatting about both the particulars of the challenge and practical, daily ways we can choose joy, even when our circumstances don’t seem like they warrant it on the show today. May this episode and this challenge be a blessing to you this Christmas season and beyond. Mentions: ⁠The Joyfulness Challenge ⁠The Gentleness Challenge⁠ Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! ⁠King's Ridge…

Join in as I answer your burning questions about everything from my favorite Thanksgiving foods to how to handle snarky comments about your family size to how I deal with exhausted days to what I think of all of the speculation swirling around Charlie Kirk’s death. As always, it’s a mix of fun, lighthearted topics, and deeper cultural issues. And as always, my goal is to answer in a way that aligns with God’s Word and brings glory to Him. Mentions: Amare Happy Juice Code: BF2025 for the biggest sale of the year! The Mama Who’s Embarrassed to Announce Her PregnancyJust Asking Questions - Allie Beth Stuckey Podcast Episode M is For Mama Christmas Episode 1, Episode 2, Episode 3, & Episode 4 Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠Voetberg Music Academy⁠⁠⁠ Voetberg Music Academy provides online, at home, shareable lessons so that your kids can pursue their musical passions without stress or hassle. Use Code: MISFORMAMA20 For 20% Off Of Each Month That You're Enrolled! Bible References: 1 Corinthians 10:31 Isaiah 40:11 Psalm 46:1…

Join us as we tackle the tricky topic of grief and children. A few weeks ago, a reader whose husband had died under tragic circumstances asked for resources on how to navigate grief with her four children. So I invited my pastor Wit (Rick Witmer) on to share from the perspective of a biblical counselor. In this episode, he introduces the idea of “trellissing” grief in a way that helps our kids make sense of it biblically. We also chat about more practical tools (like using the acronym GRIEFS) to guide our interactions with our kids as they are mourning. The biblical principles we discuss in this episode are helpful for any parent navigating grief with their children, but they also apply to numerous other aspects of parenting. So even if you’re not dealing with this exact topic, I encourage you to listen in. Guest Info: Rick Witmer: Sylvania Church Pastor Go Buy His Book: ⁠Walking With God When I'm Afraid⁠ Don't Forget to Use the Code: ABBIE25 For 25% Off At Checkout! Mentions: Caring For the Souls of…

Whether you have personal experience with a child asking questions about gender or are nervous about how to address issues that might arise from exposure to media or peers, this episode is for you! Dr. Jeff Meyers breaks down the importance of emphasizing God’s good design for gender and why it matters that male and female remain distinct. We also dive into the science behind gender as well as the devastating consequences of going against God’s plan for boys and girls. Be confident that, with Christ’s help, you can raise gender-confident kids who know their worth and their identity are rooted in who God says they are, not what the world says. Guest Info: Dr. Jeff Myers Jeff Myers is the president of Summit Ministries and teaches apologetics at Summit's conferences. Get His New Book For Free ⁠Here⁠ Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠Summit Ministries⁠⁠⁠ Give your kids a stronger foundation to embrace a biblical worldview and learn to navigate complex topics, such as abortion, doubts, evolution, gender identity, God’s…

My friend, Alisa Childers, is back on the podcast to talk about how we can help the next generation—middle schoolers through young adults—to spot and refute the lies of progressive Christianity. We talk about how politics and culture are always downstream from theology and ways we can prepare ourselves and our children to stand on historical Christianity in the face of an onslaught of secular ideologies. Share this resource with every parent you know! Guest Info: Alisa Childers Check out Her Site ⁠Here⁠ Go Listen To the Unshaken Faith Podcast ⁠Here⁠ Go Listen To the Alisa Childers Podcast ⁠Here⁠ Check Alisa Out On ⁠YouTube⁠ And ⁠Instagram⁠ Sponsor Info: ⁠Summit Ministries⁠ Give your kids a stronger foundation to embrace a biblical worldview and learn to navigate complex topics, such as abortion, doubts, evolution, gender identity, God’s existence, homosexuality, marriage and family, pornography, reliability of scripture, and much more. Use Code: MAMA26 For $250 Off Of Enrollment Bible References: James 1:8 1…

Come along for the ride as I tell you all about the ways my family made my 43rd birthday a magical experience. I pray you’ll be encouraged to press into whatever season you find yourself in, knowing that, regardless of your family’s response, the Lord sees and honors your efforts to invest well in your husband and children. Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠King’s Ridge Elderberries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fresh, cold-pressed elderberry from a family-owned farm! Visit Their Site ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to use the code: MAMA10 at checkout for 10% off! Bible References: James 1:27 Galatians 6:9 Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gentleness Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Penny Reward System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paint & Prose⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠M Is for…

This week’s episode is all about Share the Arrows—a conservative Christian women’s event in Dallas, Tx. I’ve had the honor of being invited to speak and represent the motherhood perspective from a biblical standpoint for 2024 (the year of its inception) and 2025. And both times were utterly surreal experiences in sheer scope of number of attendees (4,000 the first year and 6,700 the next) and the work involved to prep/run our booth Paint and Prose booth to serve a never-ending stream of customers and moms who stopped by to say hi. I’m sharing my thoughts and reactions to the event (spoiler: You should definitely come to the next one!) and why this is one women’s conference I’ll gladly say yes to. Enjoy! Mentions: Ep. 53: A Conversation About Deconstruction With Alisa Childers Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠⁠King’s Ridge Elderberries⁠⁠⁠⁠ Fresh, cold-pressed elderberry from a family-owned farm! Visit Their Site ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to use the code: MAMA10 at checkout for 10% off! Bible References: Psalm 127:4 1…

We’re back with another episode of Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday in long/form podcast answers. In this show, we tackle everything from toddler expectations to dating guidelines for teens and lots of things in between! As always, my goal is to approach each topic from a biblical perspective while encouraging you to seek the Lord for wisdom in how to apply His Word to your specific circumstances. Enjoy! Mentions: What Are Mouths For by Abbey Wedgeworth Tiny Theologians Cross Formed Kids Podcast Episode - Talking Toddlers Part 1 Podcast Episode - Talking Toddlers Part 2 Bible References: Ephesians 6:4 Proverbs 22:6 Romans 5:12 Genesis 1:28 Philippians 4:8 1 Corinthians 12 Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gentleness Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Penny Reward System⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paint & Prose⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

Today, we’re tackling the hot button topic of whether women should be pastors with my own pastor’s wife, Jenn Witmer. As female pastors and clerics become more common, it’s inevitable that even the most traditional minds will start to question or at least reconsider the historical church’s position on the subject. The real question is: Should we? In this episode, Jenn and I approach the topic with the view of scripture, not culture, as our guide. We hope this episode provides clarity and direction for everyone who listens and gives food for thought as we engage with the hierarchy of responsibility and giftings the Lord has blessed both men and women in ministry with. Guest Info: Jenn Witmer Sponsor Info: ⁠⁠King’s Ridge Elderberries⁠⁠⁠ Fresh, cold-pressed elderberry from a family-owned farm! Visit Their Site ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to use the code: MAMA10 at checkout for 10% off! Bible References: 1 Timothy 2:10-12 James 3:1 2 Timothy 3:16 1 Peter 3:7 Romans 5:12 Isaiah 55:8-9 1 Corinthians 3:19…

This show tackles such a timely topic for children and parents alike: how to approach anxiety from a biblical perspective. My pastor, Rick Witmer, unpacks his very personal story of struggling with crippling anxiety and how the Lord lead him to write a book for children called Walking With God When I’m Afraid. The impetus for this book was one of his children’s anxious tendencies, but everyone who listens will find useful/practical/biblically sound strategies for moments of stress, anxiety, and fear. Be encouraged, friends, that the Lord never leaves us to grapple with our anxiety alone. Guest Info: Rick Witmer: Sylvania Church Pastor Go Buy His Book: Walking With God When I'm Afraid Don't Forget to Use the Code: ABBIE25 For 25% Off At Checkout! Bible References: 1 Peter 1:3 2 Timothy 3:16-17 2 Corinthians 12:9 2 Corinthians 10:5 Romans 12:15 Proverbs 4:23 Matthew 15:19 Deuteronomy 6:6-8 Matthew 6:25-34 2 Corinthians 10:4 Philippians 4:4-7 Isaiah 26:3 Links: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Gentleness…

On September 10, all of America (and the western world, at large) was shocked by the violent assassination of Charlie Kirk. Since then, more words and social media posts have been dedicated to his murder than to any other subject in recent history—prompting a wide range of responses. This episode is mine—an attempt to respond to the violent, senseless death of a non-violent man with wisdom that only comes from God’s Word. I pray this episode encourages and challenges you to double down on your commitment to Jesus. Sponsor Info: ⁠King’s Ridge Elderberries⁠⁠ Fresh, cold-pressed elderberry from a family-owned farm! Visit Their Site ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to use the code: MAMA10 at checkout for 10% off! Bible References: 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Romans 12:15 Proverbs 2 Matthew 25:14-30 Jeremiah 17:9 Matthew 24:12 Ecclesiastes 1:9 1 Timothy 6:12 Proverbs 2:1-15 Genesis 4 Mark 13:11 Luke 23:24 Romans 12:19 1 Corinthians 5:12 James 4:12-13 John 8:11 Matthew 23:27-28 Mark 3:1-6 Ephesians 6:12 John 16:33 John…

This episode is a must listen for anyone who’s found themselves looking for answers to questions about the connection between nutrition and our brains, hormones, and overall well-being. Erin Kerry is holistic health coach (and personal friend) who’s passionate about equipping and helping you to “live beyond your label.” After being given multiple discouraging mental diagnoses beginning at age 18, Erin is now symptom-free and sharing what she’s learned along the way to help others understand how to overcome labels and make actionable improvements in every aspect of their health. Erin’s new book, Live Beyond Your Label, is full of practical advice and science-backed methods and is available for purchase anywhere books are sold. Guest Info: Erin Kerry Visit Her Site Here! Buy Her Book "Live Beyond Your Label" Wherever Books Are Sold! Check Out Her Bible App Devo: Reset Your Stress Response With Scripture! Listen to Her Podcast! (Available Also On Your Favorite Podcasting Service) Follow Her On Instagram!…

Shoowee! Friends! This is not an episode I ever expected to record. In this show, I tell the story of a health scare I experienced the week before You Bet Your Stretch Marks came out—during our first week back to homeschooling and while my husband was out of town. Throughout the ordeal as it developed, it was so evident the Lord’s care and provision was going before me every step of the way. I hope you’ll be encouraged that the Lord cares about the details of your life and truly does work all things together for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. Christianbook.com⁠ has an incredible deal for you with 40% off plus free shipping on my new book, and you can receive a scripture freebie from me called The Well-Versed Mama when you submit your pre-order number! (⁠https://misformama.net/you-bet-your-stretch-marks⁠) Sponsor Info: ⁠King’s Ridge Elderberries⁠ Fresh, cold-pressed elderberry from a family-owned farm! Visit Their Site ⁠⁠⁠⁠Here⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to use the code: MAMA10…