Help Your Children Embrace Differences Dorena Williamson Ep 216
Many of us avoid and struggle with conversations about race or disabilities because it’s uncomfortable. When our children ask innocent questions about someone who is different than they are, it can make us feel tongue tied or embarrassed. Author Dorena Williamson has created some lovely children’s books to help parents respond and invite their children to join them on the journey of learning t...
50m Sep 10, 2018
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Love and the Outcome Jodi and Chris Ep 215
Contemporary Christian musicians Chris Rademaker and Jodi King followed God’s call to pursue a musical adventure as the husband-wife duo Love & The Outcome. They share their experiences of selling their home, walking through grief, newlywed life on the road as musicians and their transition into parenting. Jodi especially talks through how she leans on the Holy Spirit in her parenting, managin...
50m Sep 03, 2018
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Gay Girl, Good God Jackie Hill Perry Ep 214
It’s an uncomfortable and often controversial subject, especially in the church, but homosexuality and same sex attraction is something we all need to understand from a Biblical perspective. This week’s guest Jackie Hill Perry shares how the power of the gospel in her life rescued her from the sin she was living in as a woman with same sex attractions. She not only brings us into her amazing s...
1hr 2m Aug 27, 2018
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Adopting Special Needs Alice Candace Ep 213
Often the hardest assignments in our lives bring us the greatest good. I’ve seen it to be true in my own life. And have walked this Truth with friends on their journeys. In this episode I’ve invited my friends Alice and Candace to share their stories of adoption. And the process of discovering their adopted children have special needs. We also discuss how God has led them each into new ministr...
1hr Aug 20, 2018
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Opportunity vs Disruption Paul David Tripp Ep 212
In the thick of parenting it is easy to get our perspective skewed or react to our children from a place of emotion or our own sin. My guest Dr. Paul David Tripp gives a course-correcting pep talk reminding parents of their deep calling from God and how to look at discipline as an opportunity to connect our kids with God’s goodness. “You’re never just dealing with behavior. You’re always deali...
1hr 6m Aug 13, 2018
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Help To Read Truth Every Day Raechel Myers Ep 211
In a time when biblical truth is often narrowed down to a greeting card slogan or a small subset of feel-good encouragements, the She Reads Truth community takes a different approach. The bible studies and reading plans from She Reads Truth take a deep dive into scripture with the goal to understand the big picture of who God is throughout history and our need for his grace. SRT co-founder and...
54m Aug 06, 2018
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Bonus Mentor Episode--Sibling Conflict :: Jim & Lynn Jackson
“They just keep fighting!” Summer, for us, means lots of unstructured time together as a family. Which is great. . . until it’s not. Perhaps you can identify. Maybe you see yourself in one of the following situations: Situation #1 – The kids are fighting – again! The harder you try to make it stop, the worse it seems to get – and the kids seem more and more resentful. Situation #2 – One min...
57m Jul 30, 2018
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Summer of Mentorship 2018 Jen Wilkin Wk 6
You desire your children to walk with God. But how do you lead them to that place? Is that only your husband’s job? What if you are a single mom or functionally single mom? What about your role as a leader in your faith community? Should women leaders be gentle and quiet? Today’s guest is Jen Wilkin (http://jenwilkin.blogspot.com/) , author of “None Like Him” and “Women of the Word”.  She de...
47m Jul 23, 2018
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Summer of Mentorship 2018 Dr. Peggy Banks Wk 5
“In this world you will have trouble, but take heart I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 Pain is inevitable. In James we are told to “consider it all joy” when we encounter trials. James also wrote to ask God for wisdom and He will give it generously. Which I realized from a sermon this week has more to do with wisdom we gain from the challenging circumstances, not necessarily wisdom to get...
48m Jul 16, 2018
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Summer of Mentorship 2018 Kristen Hatton Wk 4
Teens. Toddlers. Moms. No matter the age. We all struggle to remember (or know) the truth about who God says we are. And our position in Christ. When we forget, we let friends, circumstances, or lies feed our souls with identity. And that takes us down the path of uncertainty,  harmful activities and a broken path. Thankfully, today’s guest, Kristen Hatton (http://www.kristenhatton.com/) , h...
49m Jul 09, 2018
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Summer of Mentorship 2018 Jan Greenwood Wk 3
No matter the battleground . . . Marriage challenges. Child struggles. Health trials. Overwhelming circumstances. How do you maneuver the daily attacks that rob your joy and peace? This week’s mentor is Jan Greenwood (https://jangreenwood.me/women-at-war/) , author and pastor of equipping at Gateway Church in Southlake, TX. In 2009, Jan was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer. After the firs...
42m Jul 02, 2018
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Summer of Mentorship Week Two Chrystal Hurst
Chrystal is a real life friend. And one wise woman. Since this episode went live three years ago, she’s become. . .a grandmother to two adorable kiddos! But I’ll give you a tip. . .before you call her Granny. . . Chrystal prefers the title “MMC” (aka, “Mother of the Mother of the Child” ;). In twelve years of parenting I’ve learned a thing or two. I’ve gained confidence in my ability to handle...
44m Jun 25, 2018
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Summer of Mentorship Wk 1 Sheila Walsh
Our first featured mentor is the fabulous Sheila Walsh!! “God had no grandchildren. He only had sons and daughters. Faith is something you have to choose for yourself.” Those words started Sheila Walsh (http://sheilawalsh.com/)  on a journey to know God and His love for her. From the tragic death of her father to professional success as 700 club co-host to discover freedom and peace in a psyc...
40m Jun 18, 2018
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The Legacy of a Calm Father Kirk Martin Ep 210
We’ve talked a lot about calm parenting techniques on GCM in the past. It’s something many of us moms have seen work. But this episode is one you may want to listen to and invite your hubby to as well! Founder of Celebrate Calm (http://www.celebratecalm.com/) , Kirk Martin, shares the powerful story of how he went from an angry, tough dad to a calm, coaching dad and why a dad’s role in parenti...
58m Jun 11, 2018
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Which Type of Rest Do You Need Saundra Dalton-Smith Ep 209
As moms, we know we need rest. We usually equate rest with sleep or with a vacation, but this week’s guest shares a broader picture of our need for rest in multiple areas of our lives. Saundra Dalton-Smith is a medical doctor, wife and mother to two boys. She had everything she’d dreamed of and worked hard to achieve, but wasn’t enjoying it. I kept pushing and pushing myself till I got to the...
57m Jun 04, 2018
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Time and Space for Flourishing in a Tech World Andy Crouch Ep 208
In a world where devices, video games and screen-based entertainment dominate our time and space, we can choose to make our family culture different. It isn’t easy and it isn’t always fun, but there are huge benefits for us and our kids when we take time away from devices. This week’s guest Andy Crouch is the author of “The Tech-Wise Family: Everyday Steps for Putting Technology in Its Proper ...
57m May 28, 2018
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Parenting in the Digital Age Ashley Januszewski Ep 207
Our children are growing up in a digital age with unparalleled access to technology. With these wonderful advances, comes a heavy responsibility we cannot ignore as parents. The access to pornography and sexual images and videos is everywhere and the age of children viewing them is going down. But there is hope. My guest Ashley Januszewski is all about empowering parents to protect their child...
1hr 7m May 21, 2018
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Overcoming Barriers to Sexual Intimacy Nancy Houston Ep 206
*Earbud warning…may want to listen without innocent ears hearing as well. 😉 This episode is about having great SEX with your husband. Whether that gets you excited or brings up fear in you, please stay and listen to my chat with Nancy Houston. She is a licensed professional counselor and sex therapist who shares candidly about how to overcome barriers to intimacy in marriage. We talk about ho...
57m May 14, 2018
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Corporate Working Moms Stacey Causha Ep 205
There is a lot of pressure placed on moms to nurture and care for our families. Add the responsibilities of a full-time job on top of that and it easy to see why being a mom is called the hardest job in the world. My friends Causha Jolly and Stacey McCabe share about life as working moms and the difficult balance they maintain everyday. I love how they share their hearts about being obedient t...
58m May 07, 2018
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Centering Truth Lisa Bevere Ep 204
In her new book, New York Times bestselling author Lisa Bevere tackles the question, “What is truth?”. It is a defining question in our current age which is ruled by a shifting sea of opinions and a constantly changing culture. But, truth is person, Jesus. And, he is a Rock for his people. When I began to look at this, I thought, ‘Oh my gosh, they were looking for Christ’. The magnet that woul...
54m Apr 30, 2018
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Hope for Infertility and Infant Loss Shawna Beucler Ep 203
Losing a baby to miscarriage or later in pregnancy is heartbreaking, especially when you are struggling with infertility. Imagine experiencing that type of loss multiple times. My guest and friend, Shawna Beucler shares the story behind her two healthy sons and the many babies she can’t wait to see again in heaven. If you’re walking through the journey of infertility or have a friend who is, S...
58m Apr 23, 2018
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Faith for the Unexpected Christine Caine 202
Powerhouse Christine Caine shares how she let go of fear and found faith for when the unexpected happened. Lots of truth and encouragement here for anyone who has encountered fear in parenting, a medical diagnosis and rejection in friendships… so all of us! Jesus never said we’re not going to have trials. He said when trials come, not if, but when. I think sometimes as believers we forget that...
44m Apr 16, 2018
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The Day Fear Died Courtney Smallbone Ep 201
The Bible tells of healings, miracles and the power of the Holy Spirit, but God’s power didn’t stop after the New Testament. Today’s guest Courtney Smallbone shares her personal story of God’s power in the hardest circumstances imaginable. Supernatural healing is for today. Courtney’s story of finding freedom from anxiety and miraculous healing for her infant son is a powerful testimony of God...
1hr 3m Apr 09, 2018
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The Entitlement Fix Jim Lynne Jackson Ep 200
Does it seem possible to draw our kids away from entitlement and toward the bigger “Yes” of God’s blessing for them and other people in their lives? Well, get excited because Jim and Lynne Jackson of Connected Families are back with parenting wisdom to address entitlement in our kids AND in ourselves. We as parents feel entitled to grateful, hard working kids, and when we don’t get them an we ...
56m Apr 02, 2018
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Discipline and Toddlers Hailey Bain Meredith Woodruff Ep 199
Discipline. It’s such an important part of parenting and so hard. But, we don’t have to be alone on the journey. Join me as I sit down with two moms of littles from my church, Meredith and Hailey. We chat about the common struggles and questions that come up in disciplining young kids. Our kids) have the opportunity to be saved by grace through faith just like we were, not by works and not by ...
59m Mar 26, 2018
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A Declaration of Interdependence Sharifa Stevens Ep 198
Heather MacFadyen, mother of four boys, interviews guests discussing the topic of staying God-centered...both replacing "me" with "He" and remembering we are centered in Him.
54m Mar 19, 2018
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Social Media Heart Check Eryn Hall Ep 197
Staying up-to-date on social media can so easily turn into an hour of lost time scrolling on our phones that leaves us discontent and disconnected with the ones we love the most. It’s a struggle most of us deal with in this digital age we’re in, and I’ve brought in my friend Eryn Hall to give us practical tips and encouragement on how to do social media well. My highlight reel is going to look...
51m Mar 12, 2018
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The Right to Change My Mind Bruce Heather Ep 196
Life is full of decisions. We do our best to choose wisely and follow God’s lead. Sometimes God leads us in a different direction. It doesn’t always make “sense” in the moment.  And it definitely isn’t easy to share those changes with others. It’s been over a year since we’ve given you a glimpse behind the scenes. In that time A LOT has happened in our world: new job, school shifts, adopting &...
46m Mar 05, 2018
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Sinners Married to Sinners Cheryl Scruggs Jae Carpenter Ep 195
It’s not all sunshine and roses in marriage, even when both you and your husband follow Jesus. My guests today share about one of the most painful possibilities in a marriage —infidelity. My friend Jae tells her story of learning her husband had an affair and the work God did in both of their lives to restore their marriage. Licensed professional counselor Cheryl Scruggs shares about her infid...
1hr 6m Feb 26, 2018
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Praying the Scriptures Jodie Berndt Ep 194
We know that God’s word is living and active. Today’s guest Jodie Berndt (https://jodieberndt.com/)  takes us through using Bible verses as prayers that can powerfully influence your children’s lives. There is so much encouragement in this episode for standing on the truth of God’s word and relying on scripture to help shape your children, teens and adult children. Of course, we as moms can’t ...
47m Feb 19, 2018
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How God Personally Pursues and Redeems Jenn Jett Ep 193
After 15 years of marriage, Jenn Jett experienced the pain of divorce. But in that place of brokenness, she felt peace that God would redeem and heal her as she said, “Yes” to him. Listen as she shares her story about how the Lord pursued her, fought for her and surprised her more than she expected with his redeeming love. The Lord called me to himself and said, ‘Your hope does not need to be...
52m Feb 12, 2018
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Manage Your Life with Guilt-Free Confidence Christy Wright Ep 192
Get ready for a huge pep talk from one of today’s biggest business personalities, Christy Wright. She shares some of her story and a whole lot of encouragement for women whether you own a business or not. If you struggle with guilt for taking time for yourself or prioritizing your time and saying no, Christy gives wisdom and practical advice to help you reframe your situation and move forward ...
50m Feb 05, 2018
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A Safe Place to Share Messy Stories Jamie Ivey Ep 191
When she got married, Jamie Ivey became a pastor’s wife. Stepping into this role made her feel there was no one who she could be fully open with about her past. But, keeping these secrets kept her in shame and insecurity. In her new book, If You Only Knew (http://amzn.to/2Fn0Fop) **, she shares how opening up about her past revealed the beauty of God’s grace in her life and about the freedom i...
47m Jan 29, 2018
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Set Free From Shame Jeannie Cunnion Ep 190
So much of parenting is really about the work God is doing in our own hearts. Jeannie Cunnion (https://www.jeanniecunnion.com/about/)  shares her story of being set free from the shame of her past and learning to let go of performance-based parenting. If you feel there IS something that separates you from the love of God, this is the episode for you. Jeannie shares encouraging truth and practi...
43m Jan 22, 2018
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Rest for the Exhausted mom September McCarthy Ep 189
As an author, event planner, teacher, wife, mom of 10 and grandmother to 2, September McCarthy has plenty to fill her days. She relates to the universal exhaustion on our mom souls–the beating ourselves up and the fighting for joy. September has so much wisdom to share from what God has taught her in seasons of busyness and motherhood in different stages. Listen as we go through questions fro...
47m Jan 15, 2018
47m
Quiet Your Inner Critic and Practice Self-Compassion Kim Fredrickson Ep 188
If you’ve ever ended the day feeling like a failure and critiquing every misstep, then this episode on practicing self-compassion is for you. As a licensed marriage and family therapist and life coach, Kim Fredrickson has counseled and taught others about self-compassion for years. When she received an unexpected terminal diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis, a rare side-effect of the treatment she...
50m Jan 08, 2018
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Empowering Refugee Women Stephanie Giddens Ep 187
It’s painful when our dreams fall apart. Stephanie Giddens shares how although her family’s dream to move to Africa didn’t work out, God gave her an even bigger dream for the refugee community in her own city. The God assigned her the privilege of building Vickery Trading Company (https://vickerytrading.org/) . A company that provides for families, empowers refugee women and bridges cultural di...
46m Nov 27, 2017
46m
Unashamed Parenting Tracy Levinson Ep 186
Heather MacFadyen, mother of four boys, interviews guests discussing the topic of staying God-centered...both replacing "me" with "He" and remembering we are centered in Him.
46m Nov 19, 2017
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Don't Mom Alone GCM Live Event Kat Lee Wynter Pitts Ep 185
Jump into this special episode from the God Centered Mom “Live” event held November 3 to celebrate four years of the GCM podcast. Guests, Kat Lee & Wynter Pitts share about mentorship, friendship and dealing with fear and insecurity in motherhood. What we chat about: Kat Lee and Wynter Pitts’ motherhood stories Dealing with insecurities in motherhood The importance of having mentors and de...
59m Nov 13, 2017
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Behind the Chewbacca Mask Candace Payne Ep 184
Remember THAT viral video? You know, the one where the mom wears the Chewbacca mask? Her contagious laugh was heard all over the interwebs. Today my friend and vodcast host, Kay Wyma, and I are thrilled to chat with the one and only Chewbacca Mom, Candace Payne. Listen in as Candace gives us a glimpse into more of her story.  And talks about finding satisfying joy in all of life’s circumstance...
42m Nov 06, 2017
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How the Gospel Pulls Us Travis Thisl Tyler Ep 183
Born four days apart in 1977, Travis (aka “Thi’sl”) and I didn’t choose where or to whom we were born. But God did. And He placed us in very different homes and stories. Yet the gospel intersected both of our lives, pulled us forward and continues to pull us. Granted, Travis’ transformation is a lil more interesting and dramatic than mine. But we both were sinners in need of a Savior. And arou...
59m Oct 30, 2017
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When your child is on the autism spectrum part two Terri Conlin Ep 182
What we chat about: How friends can support and love a family whose child has autism. What to do when your child doesn’t get invited to birthday parties. Facilitating friendships for your child with autism. How to help them get through puberty. How to talk to your child about their diagnosis. How do you know the difference between a symptom of autism and behavior needing discipline. What...
36m Oct 24, 2017
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When Your Child is on the Autism Spectrum Part One Terri Conlin Ep 182
Don’t you wish you could chat with an older mom who’s been there? Who knows what its like to care for and deal with the needs of a child with autism? Well, today I’m bringing that person to you! Terri Conlin is the mom to four grown children. One of her sons (now 23 years old) was diagnosed as a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She’s here to provide her story. The challenges and the triump...
44m Oct 23, 2017
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Thinking Differently About Sabbath :: Shelly Miller [Ep 181]
You may know you “should” keep the Sabbath. And perhaps you then get stuck on “how”. Hopefully this episode will remove the shameful burden of “should” and shift the question from “how” to “who”. Shelly Miller, author of Rhythms of Rest, joins me in helping you develop a rhythm to cease from work and celebrate true rest in Jesus. But what does sabbath rest look like specifically for young moms...
51m Oct 16, 2017
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Freedom from Anxiety Ashley Willis Ep 180
Scripture tells us to ‘cast our cares upon the Lord’. But how do we practically obey that command while gripped by the stronghold of anxiety? Today I’m talking with Ashley Willis about battling anxiety, a topic she’s experienced first hand. Whether you’ve experienced anxiety personally or not, chances are someone in your life will. Listen as Ashley discusses practical ways to get to the root o...
59m Oct 09, 2017
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How to Discern God's Will and Stick With It :: Tricia Goyer [Ep 179]
You clearly heard God’s call. But why is obeying Him sometimes so difficult? In today’s interview my longtime friend and renowned author, Tricia Goyer, discusses obeying the Lord even when it isn’t easy, and how He blesses the faithfulness of His children. Listen as Tricia discusses the unique way the Lord grew her family through unplanned pregnancies, biological children, foster care, and ado...
51m Oct 02, 2017
51m
Drop the Superwoman Myth :: Jessica Honegger [Ep 178]
Mom and entrepreneur Jessica Honegger shares a bit of her story behind starting her business Noonday Collection and a whole lot of truth about partnering with God in both motherhood AND entrepreneurship. This has definitely been a journey where God doesn’t call the qualified, he qualifies the called. I didn’t have a background in fashion or an MBA, but I have always been passionate about bring...
45m Sep 24, 2017
45m
Hope When Hit a Financial Bottom Erin Odom Ep 177
Heather MacFadyen, mother of four boys, interviews guests discussing the topic of staying God-centered...both replacing "me" with "He" and remembering we are centered in Him.
56m Sep 17, 2017
56m
Gospel Parenting Paul David Tripp Ep 176
Heather MacFadyen, mother of four boys, interviews guests discussing the topic of staying God-centered...both replacing "me" with "He" and remembering we are centered in Him.
56m Sep 09, 2017
56m
When You Feel Unseen Sara Hagerty Ep 175
Heather MacFadyen, mother of four boys, interviews guests discussing the topic of staying God-centered...both replacing "me" with "He" and remembering we are centered in Him.
45m Sep 03, 2017
45m