Renewing Your Motherhood

Hey mamas! Have you ever studied the life of Rebekah? Well if you haven't, this is a great episode to take a listen too! Danielle, Becky and I discuss Rebekah's qualities that we see in the Word of God that are uplifting and encouraging to us as mamas and we also talk about the hard stuff from her life as a mama that we can learn from. We pray this is an encouragement to you! We love you! Danielle, Becky, and Kelly are three moms who have 12 kids between us and we love to keep it real, keep it biblical, and encourage other moms that it's possible to have a relationship with Jesus even when your in the thick of motherhood. If you would like to connect with them: The Holy Grind - Christian Mom Community (@theholygrindmamas) • Instagram photos and videos https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-holy-grind-of-motherhood/id1647854236?app=podcast&at=1000lHKX&ct=linktree_http&itscg=30200&itsct=lt_p&ls=1&mt=2 Theholygrind | Facebook, TikTok | Linktree

Hey mamas! WOW! My guest, Katie, and I enjoy a super encouraging conversation that brought me to tears about Jochebed! We read three passages in this episode: Exodus 2, Acts 7, and Hebrews 11. We take a look at all of these passages and talk about what we noticed about Jochebed. Her bold faith, her obedience to God and so much more. This episode will leave you feeling so encouraged mamas. We love you!!! ((Katie Scott is a writer, online content creator, and speaker who empowers women to chase vibrance in the everyday moments of life. On her blog, chasingvibrance.com Katie weaves together practical tips, humorous stories, and Biblical encouragement as she inspires women to pursue joy and intentionality in the big and little moments. Katie is a mom of three wild and wonderful school-age children and makes her home in beautiful West Michigan with her husband, Nate. She is a reluctant dog-mom, drinks her coffee black and sometimes stays up too late reading historical fiction)). If you want to connect with Katie: chasingvibrance.com Katie Scott | Faith Encouragement for Christian Moms (@chasingvibrance) • Instagram photos and videos

Hey mamas! ((Just want to say quick, as you listen, you will here some overlapping. Unfortunately, my internet was lagging so there are times where it sounds like I start talking over Tania but that didn't really happen - sorry ladies!)) I'm joined by my dear friend Tania for this episode. We read through 2 Timothy 1:1-6 and discuss what we can learn from Lois and Eunice's godly example. Lois was Timothy's grandmother and Eunice was his mother. They passed down genuine faith to Timothy and it is just so encouraging to unpack this passage with Tania. We pray that this episode encourages all women in Christ. Even if you are not a mama or grandma yet, you can leave a godly legacy like these two women did with whoever the Lord has placed in your life. We love you! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marriagemaniaministry/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@marriagemaniaministry Website: www.marriagemaniaministry.com Gratitude Journal:  365 Day Journal90 Day Journal 30 Day Journal

Take a quick listen to my new series that is coming! I am so excited and I hope and pray it's encouraging and helpful to you! :) Love you all!!! Talk with you next week! PS - If you would like to hop on with me OR you have a suggestion... reach out to me :)

EEK! I'm so excited to share this conversation with you all!!! Courtney Devich is the author of Mama's Got Anxiety. She is a mom of three littles relying on Jesus and reheated coffee every day (and in that order). Courtney is a former human resources professional, using her leadership skills to manage kids as a stay-at-home mom. Her work has been featured on Her View From Home, Christian Parenting, For Every Mom, TODAY Parents, and MomLife Today. You can find her in the Starbucks line at her local Target, binge-watching TV with her husband, or chasing after her kids at her home in Michigan. In this podcast episode we discuss Courtney's book which is all about anxiety. She shares her thoughts on what her experience as been like as a Christian mom and how that led to writing her book. Courtney also offers final words of encouragement on how not to let anxiety steal your JOY! We love you mamas and are praying this encourages you! Connect with Courtney: https://courtneydevich.com/ https://www.instagram.com/courtneydevichauthor/ https://www.facebook.com/courtneydevichauthor https://www.amazon.com/Mamas-Got-Anxiety-Going-Steal/dp/0800742796/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2VVGQYD9YVH6Z&keywords=courtney+devich&qid=1681397885&sprefix=courtney+devic%2Caps%2C435&sr=8-1

Today I am joined by Monika Kirkland to discuss pursuing Christ in motherhood. Monika is a Christian author, podcaster, wife, and mother of four that knows what it's like to walk in the trenches of motherhood, marriage, and over 10 years of ministry. She is passionate about encouraging and equipping women to cultivate intimacy with Christ, and walk in the freedom & peace found only in Him. In this episode, you will hear Monika offer godly wisdom on several topics including these - - How has pursuing Christ and allowing Him to transform you has affected your daily life as a mama and wife? - What does your daily "quiet time" look like? - What encouragement do you have for mamas who maybe don't know what it *should* look like? We hope and pray that this episode is encouraging for you mamas!!! We love you! :) You can follow along with Monika on instagram @monikakirkland, tune into her podcast Inner Revival, or visit her website at www.monikakirkland.com.

Hey sweet mamas, I pray this quick episode will bring encouragement to your souls. Mothering is hard but oh so worth it. Don't quit. Don't give up. Our job/role is so important. We have children with eternal souls entrusted to us by God. He will help us. He will strengthen us. He will guide us. Paul knew how important the Gospel was and through tears and trials, he didn't give up. He continued to share the good news. Keep going mamas. Love you! Connect with me:

As a mother to 8 children, Bethany Kimsey has seen God radically change her messy motherhood from weary, anxious, and frantic to peaceful, joyful, and triumphant. She helps weary mothers win the battle against worry and fatigue as they understand their identity in Christ and rest in the hope of the Gospel in community with other moms. As a writer, speaker, and encourager of mothers, she wants to see a generation of mothers who can connect their motherhood to the love of Jesus in real and practical ways so that they can be confident. She recently authored A Warrior Mama's prayer journal to help mothers pray intentionally over their children and anchor in gospel truths. This can be purchased at www.Bethanykimsey.co or on Amazon. As the podcast host on The Warrior Mama podcast, Bethany connects the everyday moments of motherhood with the Gospel in practical ways equipping mothers to walk confidently with their children. I pray you enjoy this episode with Bethany as we talk about tending to our children's hearts, building relationships and more. We love you mamas! Links for Bethany : Website: https://bethanykimsey.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bethanypkimsey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethanykimsey/ Podcast: The Warrior Mama Podcast https://sites.libsyn.com/308060

Hey mamas! Last week I talked about feeling like a failure as a mom. Sometimes, we can feel like a failure if our identity is in our children. Paul David Tripp writes 5 indications that your identity might be in your children instead of God in his book Parenting (14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family). It's eye opening and encourages us to remember as mamas our identity is ONLY found in God and when we recognize that and live it out our mothering changes. IF you want to learn more about identity, go back a few episodes where I share all about identity. Love you mamas and praying for you!

Hey mamas! Have you ever felt like a failure? Me too. I want to encourage you to run to the Father when you do feel like a failure. Confess, tell Him the truth, that you are feeling this way and WHY. After you have done that, ask the Lord to search your heart and to reveal is this feeling based on a LIE or based on an area the Lord wants to grow you in? I LOVE YOU mamas and I'm praying for you. You aren't alone. God is faithful to reveal His truth to us. He will let us know if we are just believing lies or if it's an area we can grow in. EVEN THEN - we are not "failures." We are imperfect moms. The Lord knows we will never be perfect here (that doesn't mean we don't strive for excellence) but allow His grace to POUR over YOU! If you want to connect with me: email me at renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com instagram is

My guest today, Kristen Hallinan, is a sought-after writer and speaker, passionate about helping women redeem the pain of their past and move towards a healthier and more hopeful future. On mission to equip women and support families, Kristen previously worked as Director of Development for MOPS International. She enjoys working with teen moms, crisis pregnancy centers, and serving as a pre-marital mentor with her husband Shawn in Dallas, TX. Legacy Changer is Kristen's debut book, and you can find her other writings in publications like Relevant Magazine and The Joyful Life. Laughing with and chasing after her four children helps burn off the calories she consumes of her favorite treat—homemade gluten free churros. Enjoy this absolutely encouraging and raw conversation about her new book, that you can now purchase, along with emotional regulation and so much more. I was so blessed by this conversation and I pray you will be too. Purchase Kristen's book: https://www.amazon.com/Legacy-Changer-Redeem-Create-Family/dp/1684262976/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.luqmggEQk86jzKs0YGDZr5xTejIsbp2-I_IK475NO0F6m_uZC9jrZH0bCJVzgurLK2mpDv4FuIqPcBP2j527qLQGONbGV7ZWwBIt4PR7uUZlEP_i5UOGsYT0qSQiuU2fiNDOnktIMCJ3jt4OArHr3lthQMxb5zi0VkjowqU0P-DhJiBEfWrVZ_j2FDWJDTKkHkhmBQmxB1Nv3GG_xzuRWU6kdNMUftukAn8pEXkTJqA.a6XeO6AT9nHXOUNO3q9-FOTgfP7sKMynT8ECWWRUWiE&dib_tag=se&keywords=legacy+changer&qid=1708484617&sr=8-1 Get connected with Kristen: Email marketing and digital tools that bring your brand to life (myflodesk.com)

Hey mamas :) My last episode of the year is all about identity. The one thing that I want to correct myself on is this: "Each person upon accepting the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ receives the Holy Spirit inside as a seal of salvation (Ephesians 1:12–14). The Spirit THEN gives to each believer certain gifts from God to do the work of God (1 Corinthians 12:4–6). Scripture contains several passages about spiritual gifts: No matter what the gift, its purpose is to edify and mature the church and to glorify God in serving others. All gifts are given by grace from God through the Holy Spirit (Romans 12:6; 1 Corinthians 12:4; Hebrews 2:4). Different people are given different gifts. Not everyone receives the same gift (1 Corinthians 12:4). Those gifted with various spiritual gifts are meant to work together as the parts of a body work together (1 Corinthians 12:12–27). The gifts God gives to His people are divinely placed for the good of the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:27)." PLEASE see LINKS below and the Scriptures that I share on, which I strongly encourage you to dig into as well. :) I love you mamas and I'm praying for you!!! Step 1: Know who God is. Step 2: Have a personal relationship with Christ. 3. Confess lies you have believed about yourself and/or God. 4. Repent from those and allow God to transform your mind with who He says He is and who He says you are. 5. Continue to seek God and walk in His ways and in how He created you. A LIST OF SPIRITUAL GIFTS: https://www.gotquestions.org/spiritual-gifts-list.html THE VERSES: For YOU created my INMOST being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 129:13-14. Before I formed you in the womb I knew you. Jeremiah 1:5. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them. Ephesians 2:10 Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them– Romans 12:6. Psalm 119:73-74 You made me; you created me.  Isaiah 64:8 Yet you, LORD, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand. 1 Peter 4:10-11 God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Genesis 1:27 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. EXAMPLES FROM SCRIPTURE: Moses – The Deliverer – Exodus 3: 7-10 is the passage where God calls him to be the Deliverer Gideon - Mighty Man of Valor – Judges 6:12 Peter – The Rock – John 1:41-42 Abraham – Father of many nations – Genesis 17:5 If you have any questions at all or comments please feel free to email me at renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com :) Instagram: Facebook:

Hey mamas! :) I am so excited to have my friend Olivia join me for this conversation. Olivia lives in Ontario as a mom of 3 (ages 6, 5, & 3.5), pastor's wife and part time ESL professor. As a mom-anger “recoveree”, Olivia is passionate about sharing gospel-hope for all of mom-life. She is living proof that Jesus is in the business of redeeming broken hearts and that beauty can come from the ashes of emotional ungodliness. Olivia defines "mommy anger" and gives AMAZING practical tools, tips and encouragement on overcoming mommy anger. We pray that this helps and encourages all of you mamas. You are not alone. We both have experienced mommy anger and being set free from it. Praise the Lord! We love you and are praying for you. Connect with Olivia below and check out her resources :) The Emotionally Healthy Mama | Olivia Wilcox (@thenotsoangrymom) | Instagram profileFREEBIES:20+ Mindset Hacks for The Christian Parent: https://affable-silence-657.myflodesk.com/mindsethacks 3 Micro Steps to Overcoming Mom-Anger: https://affable-silence-657.myflodesk.com/3microsteps RESOURCE FOR PURCHASE: The Survival Bundle for The Christian Home: https://affable-silence-657.myflodesk.com/survivalbundle connect with me: Instagram Facebook renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

Hey mamas! I really struggle with self-control. As I started to dig into the Word, commentaries, and other writings on the topic, my mind was RENEWED and ENCOURAGED. I pray this episode encourages you to ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any fleshly desires, repent, and allow the Holy Spirit to build up walls of protection for you from those fleshly desires. I share some amazing practical truths that I found to help with learning how to use the gift of self control. The most important thing to remember is that we CAN NOT practice self control out of our own will power. We NEED the Holy Spirit in us. Mamas, we receive the Holy Spirit through faith in Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit comes to dwell in us as soon as you confess with your mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord. I pray if you haven't done this already, you will. The Holy Spirit in us is powerful. He can help us overcome fleshly desires. Love you and praying for you. Links and bible verses are below :) https://gospelspirituality.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/self-control-the-battle-against-22one-more22-by-ed-welch.pdf https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/self-control-and-the-power-of-christ InstagramFacebook A wise man keeps himself under control. (Prov. 29:11) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. (Gal. 5:23) Each of you should learn to control his body in a way that is holy and honorable, not in passionate lust like the heathen. (1 Thess. 4:4) Prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. (1 Pet. 1:13) Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. (1 Pet. 5:8) Make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control. (2 Pet. 1:6) “Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self-control.” (Prov. 25:28).

Have you ever felt burnt out mama? If we are honest, I think we would all say yes. Have you walked through a season where you open your Bible to read, but you aren't really getting anything? My dear friend, Kristin, shares encouragement and wisdom to prevent burnout, to help if you are in the midst of burnout, and if you are walking through a dry season. Kristin is a Bible teacher and Bible Study author, and lives in California with her husband and daughter. She is most passionate about seeing others have a close relationship with God and learn to love the Bible and apply it to every area of their lives. Kristin also co-hosts the podcast, Abiding Free, a podcast that encourages women to pursue the freedom that Christ has promised. She holds a Master's in School Psychology and a Master's in Biblical Studies from Moody Bible Institute. This episode really encouraged and uplifted me and I pray it does that for all of you mamas as well. There are very practical rhythms that Kristin shares that would help us mamas in our day to day walk with the Lord. I can't wait for you to hear! Connect with Kristin: Kristin Nave | All Things Bible

What is your child's most desperate need? Is it the best education? The best teacher? The best sports team? The best job? No, none of these. Your child's most desperate need is the need of God's mercy. I was surprised to see that many parents in our culture believe that children are born inherently good. Unfortunately, this does not match with biblical truth. Our children, and us, are born sinners in need of being saved. I share from Paul David Tripp's Parenting book 6 steps that we need to take in conversations with our children to help them understand they are sinners in need of being saved. Why is this so crucial? Because if they don't ever recognize their sin, cry out for God's mercy, and receive His forgiveness and cleansing, they will spend eternity separated from Him. This is important mamas. I know it can be a hard conversation but it is vital. It would be unloving if we didn't talk to our children about sin. I am praying for each one of you and I pray this episodes stirs your mind and heart. I pray it encourages you. May we approach our children knowing that we also are in desperate need of God's mercy. Love you mamas. Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrskatieruga/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie-potter-169 Email: renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this quick episode, I share the one promise that has brought me so much comfort as a mama walking through various trials with my health, my children, and more. Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose. I pray this episode encourages you mamas. Love you! Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/mrskatieruga/ https://www.facebook.com/katie-potter-169 renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

Hey mamas! :) Have you ever felt inadequate when it comes to discipling your children? Maybe you aren't sure where to start? Did you know that our kids could have different worship styles? I'm joined by Christie Thomas for this episode and she discusses these questions and so much more. Christie is a mom and writer (children's books and devotionals) with over a decade of experience as a children's ministry director. Christie's website and social media is FILLED with encouragement and AMAZING practical tips on discipling your children in the faith. She believes that parents can confidently nurture deep faith and cultivate faith filled moments with their children. Mamas, Christie has A LOT of resources for us to help build our children's faith. Please check them out, check out her website, follow her on social media and more. We pray this episode blesses you!!! Links for Christie's books, website, social media: Website: https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littleshootsdeeproots/ Christie's books: https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/books/ Small group curriculum on family discipleship:  https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/product/family-discipleship-101-small-group-curriculum/ Sacred Pathways quiz (find out your child's worship style):  ⁠https://christiethomas.ck.page/a79d922d0e⁠ Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/mrskatieruga/ renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/

Hey mamas :) In this short episode, I read the passage Exodus 17:8-13. In this passage, we see Moses interceding on Israel's behalf. He goes to the top of the mountain and every time his arms are up, Israel overcomes but everyone time his arms fall down, Amalek overcomes. Moses grows weary and Aaron and Hur help him hold his arms up. Mamas, take a quick listen how this passage encourages us mamas in our own motherhood and with our sisters in Christ. Love you and praying for you!

Homeschooling mamas, this is for you! :) I asked my dear friend, Tina, to come on the podcast to share tips and encouragement specifically for new homeschool mamas! Tina has been homeschooling for 9 years. She shares how homeschooling began, some tips to make it go smoother, biblical truths to encourage us mamas, and shares about child led homeschooling. It was so encouraging for ME to hear - I pray it encourages you too. If you have any questions on homeschooling, curriculum, organizational tips, or anything else please reach out to Tina!!! Tina also has a business called, She Creates Praising, that is biblically based and has a very sweet story behind it. Go check it out! :) Connect with Tina: https://www.instagram.com/setaparthomeschool/ https://www.instagram.com/shecreatespraising/ https://www.etsy.com/shop/shecreatespraising/?etsrc=sdt https://bio.site/shecreatespraising Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/mrskatieruga/ https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/ renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this episode, you will hear SarahRuth share encouragement, biblical truths, and practical tips all about family togetherness and towards the end of the podcast we talk about sibling relationships. SarahRuth, is a wife and mama to three and her instagram handle is "kindletogetherness." Her family believes that connection is so important within the home. Spending time together and building relationships is crucial when teaching and training our children for the Lord. I was so encouraged by her story and her biblical truths and tips. I pray that this encourages you as well mama. One of the main passages she shares that helps her with how her home runs is Romans 12. If you have any questions for SarahRuth please connect with her below! Connect with SarahRuth: https://www.instagram.com/kindle_togetherness/ https://kindletogetherness.com/ https://www.youtube.com/kindle_togetherness https://kindletogetherness.com/pages/links Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/mrskatieruga/ https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/ renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

Have you heard the song about the foolish man building his house on the sand? When the storm comes - it falls. What happens when the wise man builds his house on the rock? It stands strong. Mamas, are we building a firm foundation for our children? Sally Clarkson has a podcast episode titled, An Immovable Foundation, where she talks about giving our children a foundation rooted in God's Word, who He is, and how He wants us to live. She shares 24 family ways/disciplines that her and her husband came up with for their family to follow. They are all practical ways to live rooted in God's Word and who He is. I am so thankful to have heard them and I pray they are an encouragement to you and your family too sweet mamas!!!! I pray we do our BEST in teaching our children God's Word and ways and we trust HIM with the rest. 1. We love and obey our Lord, Jesus Christ, with wholehearted devotion. 2. We read the Bible and pray to God every day with an open heart. 3. We honor and obey our parents in the Lord with a respectful attitude. 4. We listen to correction and accept discipline with a submissive spirit. 5. We love one another, treating others with kindness, gentleness, and respect. 6. We serve one another, humbly thinking of the needs of others first. 7. We encourage one another, using only words that build up and bless others. 8. We forgive one another, covering an offense with love when wronged or hurt. 9. We are thankful to God for what we have, whether it is a little or a lot. 10. We are content with what we have, not coveting what others have. 11. We are generous with what we have, sharing freely with others. 12. We take care of what we have, using it wisely and responsibly. 13. We are diligent to complete a task promptly and thoroughly when asked. 14. We take initiative to do all of our own work without needing to be asked. 15. We work with a cooperative spirit, freely giving and receiving help. 16. We take personal responsibility to keep our home neat and clean at all times. 17. We choose to be joyful, even when we feel like complaining. 18. We choose to be peacemakers, even when we feel like getting our own way. 19. We choose to be patient, even when we feel like arguing. 20. We choose to be gracious, even when we don't feel like it. 21. We do what we know is right, regardless what others do or say. 22. We ask before we act when we don't know what to do. 23. We exercise self control at all times and in every kind of situation. 24. We always tell the truth and do not practice deceitfulness of any kind.

My special guest, Misty Parenzan, who is a wife, mama, and an author, shares her testimony of God's deliverance in her life. Misty's testimony is one that will have you on the edge of your seat. Mamas, maybe you are feeling hopeless or like you are too far gone - please hear this encouragement from Misty's testimony - you are not. You are not too far gone for Jesus. He can do all things. He rescued Misty from a life of drugs and more. He delivered her and redeemed her. Misty has written a book, He Was Always There, to share even more in depth of God's relentless pursuit of her and how He worked in her life. We pray that this encourages you mamas. If you have been delivered, redeemed, set free - testify!!! It is so uplifting to hear what God has done. We love you mamas and are praying for you! Links for Misty: https://hewasalwaysthere.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mistyparenzan/ https://www.facebook.com/misty.parenzan

In this episode, I share on Ephesians 3:20 - Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us, to Him be the glory in the church by Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen. This verse encourages us to keep on praying and believing. You will hear me break down the three main attributes of God that we see in this verse (His sovereignty, His omnipotence ((yes I mispronounce this)), and His glory). Mamas, I hope and pray that this quick episode encourages you to have faith in His sovereignty over our lives and our children's lives, in His power and might, and that during the waiting and when He answer our prayers, it's all for His glory. I pray that it spurs you on to continue to pray. Continue to trust in His almighty, all powerful, all knowing, ways. His ways and thoughts are higher than ours and He can do exceedingly more than we can ask or imagine. Love you mamas and praying for you.

In this episode, my dear friend and author, Jenn Schultz, shares her testimony and all about her upcoming book, She's Not Your Enemy. Jenn typically writes about messy faith, shaking off insecurity, and pursuing God's purpose confidently. Sounds amazing, right? Jenn's mission is to empower women to ditch shame and striving by finding identity in God and freedom in abundant grace. Ladies, this episode is packed full of authentic faith, learning how to receive God's grace, practical tips on overcoming negative comparison/competition, scriptures to fill your minds with, and more. Jenn would absolutely love it if you connected with her! Her contact information is below. :) Website: https://jennschultzauthor.com/ Link to book: https://www.christianbook.com/not-your-includes-conquering-insecurities-together/9780830785254/pd/785250 Instagram: Jenn Schultz | Biblical truth & authentic faith (@jennschultzauthor) • Instagram photos and videos Facebook: Facebook My contact info: Instagram:

In this episode, we dive into a verse that has been on my mind this last week as our family endured some hardships - "And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope and hope does not put us to shame, because Gods love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy spirit who has been given to us. Romans 5:3-5. I hope you join me as I go through this verse, share some vulnerable moments from this past week, and encouragement for all of you mamas walking through hard moments, hard days, hard seasons, etc. I love you mamas. Are you going through a trial/tribulation right now? Can I pray for you? Let me know!

Hey mamas, is it hard to take your littles to church sometimes? Did you know that women were leaving the church at an alarming rate? Do you wonder why church is so important? Do you know what attending church regularly does for the health of us and our children? Have you experienced church hurt? Or need to know some tips on finding a healthy church? This is the conversation to listen to if you said yes to any of those questions. Ericka and I dive into all of these questions and so much more. Ericka is a freelance writer and author of two books. Her most recent book is "Reason to Return: Why Women Need the Church and the Church Needs Women." She is a columnist for WORLD magazine and writes for Christianity Today. She lives in Indianapolis, Indiana with her husband and two kids. Ericka and I pray that this conversation, and all the encouraging information packed into it, encourages you mamas!!! Mamas, be encouraged that the church needs your family. We love you! Please reach out to Ericka if you have any questions on church! Connect with/Links for Ericka: https://erickaandersen.com/ https://erickaandersen.lpages.co/reason-to-return/ https://www.instagram.com/ericka_andersen/ Connect with Me: https://www.instagram.com/mrskatieruga/ https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/ renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

Have you ever struggled to believe that God really loves you? Do you think that God's love changes depending on how you're performing or not performing? Mamas, this episode is filled with Scripture to remind you that God IS love. I want to strongly encourage you though that if you are struggling to "feel" His love or believe He loves you - confess/tell the truth to the Lord and allow Him to RENEW your mind. His love never ends, He can't love you any more or any less, His love is unconditional, steadfast, patient, enduring, persistent, freely given and MORE. I pray this quick little episode encourages you mamas. God loves you more than you can ever fathom. I challenge you to read Psalms 103, John 15, and 1 John 4 and journal all the ways God's love is described.

Are you a mama that has been through postpartum depression? Foster care? Adoption? A wayward child? Or any other trial that might try to knock you off the path with Jesus? This episode is for you. Rachel Williams is an author, has been married for 19 years, and is a mama to 8 children - 5 through adoption, 3 through birth, 1 embryo adoption and their kids range from 5 to 29 and they have 4 grandchildren. Rachel shares her testimony on how she met Jesus, her journey with foster care and adoption, how she has experienced healing and VERY practical STEPS on how to stay the course in life with Jesus. Step one for Rachel is to surrender. She shares how she doesn't experience peace when she hangs on to things and really encourages all of us to surrender to the Lord. It is so much more bearable and better when we have God's peace. Take a listen for even more encouragement and practical steps on how to stay the course when life/motherhood gets rocky! We love you mamas and are praying for you! Connect with Rachel: Come with me - let's seek Jesus (@rachelhwilliamsministry) | Instagram rachelhwilliams | Instagram | Linktree Link to her book: Trust Redefined: Learning to Surrender Through the Journey of Unknowns - Kindle edition by Williams, Rachel, Hinkle, Curtis. Religion & Spirituality Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com. Connect with me:

This episode is centered around this verse - James 1:22 - Be doers of the Word and not hearers only. I share many examples of what this looks like - volunteering at a homeless shelter, taking coffee to a widow/widower, acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly, loving your enemy, serving others first, being in the Word daily, inquiring of God and doing what He wants you to do, inviting your children into your own personal faith journey so they can SEE, taking cookies to a neighbor, making a meal for a family who is struggling, sick or just had a baby and the list could go on. The point of this episode is that God strongly desires us to put our faith into action - He wants us to HEAR His word and DO His Word. He wants an intimate relationship with us. He wants us to be genuine in our obedience to Him. There is FRUIT when we put our faith into action. I hope and pray this encourages you mamas!!!! I would LOVE to hear from YOU - how do you, or have you, put your faith into action in your home (with your husband and children), in your community, in your church, etc. Connect with me:

In this episode, I am joined by Melissa Smith, who willingly shares her vulnerable testimony, to discuss and share what biblical wifehood and biblical submission means. We tackle what the world think's submission means/how skewed it has become and we combat it with God's Word. We talk about what it means to be a helpmate to our husbands. Melissa shares a REALLY cool thing she did for a year to help her mindset shift towards her husband (take a listen to find out!!!). I firmly believe this will encourage each one of us mamas, in love, to look at our marriage and check our hearts to see if we are honoring, respecting and submitting to our husbands according to His Word. Melissa is a HUGE champion of coming along side women who have been through abuse of any type in marriage and I strongly encourage you to reach out to Melissa if you have any questions, prayer requests or need of advice on what to do in difficult situations. We love you all and are praying for you! Connect with Melissa: Melissa Smith | Godly Wife & Biblical Submission Encouragement (@missiannsmith) | Instagram Melissa Smith link in bio (canva.com) Facebook Email: melissa@missiannsmith.com Connect with me:

Mamas - I hope and pray this episode encourages you. God's grace is so indescribable. The definition of grace is : God's favor toward the unworthy or undeserving. In God's grace - He was willing to forgive us and bless us abundantly in spite of the fact that we don't deserve to be treated so well and dealt with so generously. Wow. God's grace changes us. God's pours out His grace when we mess up. As we receive and acknowledge God's grace we are more willing to pour out HIS grace on our kids. I pray pray pray this encourages you mamas as it did for me. I love you mamas! Reach out to me if you want to chat. Parenting Book by Paul David Tripp: Amazon.com: Parenting: The 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family (Audible Audio Edition): Paul David Tripp, Bevan Greiner, Paul Tripp Ministries: Audible Books & Originals Connect with me: Instagram Facebook renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

Alicia is a mama of four children and is very passionate about the Lord, encouraging mamas in the Lord, and teaching God's Word to her children. Alicia shares how the battles we face in this world is not against flesh and blood which is why it is so important that us mamas know the Word of God and that we are teaching it to our children for them to fight and be strong as well. We talk about seeking Him in our day to day lives and how important it is to be in the Word every day. Alicia shares practical wisdom and advice on HOW to teach God's Word to our children. She shares about how her children have applied God's Word in real life situations. Take a listen to see how it turned out (it brought me to tears)!! Mamas, we pray this encourages you to get in the Word daily and also have the burning passion to teach God's Word to your children and equip them with His Word. We love you and are praying for you!! Connect with Alicia: https://linktr.ee/inspirationalmomlife https://www.instagram.com/inspirationalmomlife/ https://www.facebook.com/inspirationalmomlife Connect with Me: https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169 renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

This is one of the most richest conversations I have had. In this episode you will hear Kari and I chat about the Gospel. The bad news and good news. We discuss how the Gospel transforms. The Gospel impacts and changes us mamas and our children. We never outgrow the Gospel. Kari shares a very important piece of advice and encouragement for us mamas - focus on our children's hearts. We need to be living, believing, and reading the Gospel over and over. I KNOW that if you take a listen you will be spurred on to preach the Gospel to yourself and your children. Y'all it's so powerful. We love you mamas and are praying for you! If you haven't confessed Jesus as Your Lord and Savior or you have questions please reach out to Kari or I. We would love to chat with you and pray with you. Connect with Kari: https://www.instagram.com/kari.hafeli/ https://linktr.ee/karihafeli Connect with Katie: https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this episode you will hear 3 Common Power Tools that parents fall into when they are trying to "control" their children: Fear, Reward/Bribery, Guilt/Shame. I'm focusing the most on fear based parenting. WHAT I'M NOT SAYING: We should ignore the sin in our children. We shouldn't have a healthy fear of the Lord (reverence for who He is and His power). We shouldn't discipline our children. We shouldn't correct them. WHAT I AM SAYING: HOW are we dealing with sin in our children? Is our discipline, or our want for control, fueled by anger, fear, screaming/yelling, bribery/rewards, threats, shame or guilt? Are you physically, emotionally, or spiritually being too harsh with your children? HOW are you teaching them to obey, respect, honor God and you? I encourage you to teach them in the Word. I encourage you to use self control and surrender. I encourage you to step back and take a deep look at your parenting. WHY do you want them to obey? Because they physically fear you, because you have made them feel so guilty and full of shame, because you have bribed them with rewards? Because you want constant control over them and their hearts? I pray that all of us mamas desire our children to obey us and more importantly God because they LOVE us and TRUST us (both us and God). Fathers, don't exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord - Ephesians 6:4. And masters, treat your slaves in the same way. Do not threaten them, since you know that he who is both their Master and yours in heaven, and there is no favoritism with him. Ephesians 6:9. As the Father loved Me, I also have loved you; abide in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love, just as I have kept My Father's commandments and abide in His love. These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full. John 15:9-11 This is love, that we walk according to His commandments. This is the commandment, that as you have heard from the beginning, you should walk in it. 2 John 1:6. Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it. Proverbs 22:6. References: Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family by Paul David Tripp. Thecourage.com. godlyparent.com. notconsumed.com The Word of God. Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/ Email: renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

Do you struggle to find joy in motherhood? My guest, Lily Freeman, shares her testimony and how she has come to find joy in motherhood. It is raw, beautiful and such an encouragement. She shares about her 4 boys, her 4 babies in heaven, her postpartum experience, and more. Lily has had to walk through some very difficult things and she shares real moments where the Lord met her in these dark times. Through all of these difficult times Lily has truly found joy in the suffering and in the Lord. She shares that TRUE joy is everlasting - not just a feeling but only found in Jesus. She shares TIPS on how to find joy in motherhood. She shares about her grandma who sang hymns while doing the dishes. It will bring you to tears and also encourage your soul. Her joy with her children spills out and you can just tell that this is a woman of God who has walked with Jesus through trials and tribulations and that she is truly thankful for her children and for the joy the Lord has given her. One of the verses she shares is Hebrews 12:2 - fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the JOY set before Him He endured the cross, scorning it's shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. We love you mamas and pray this encourages you!!! Connect with Lily: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrslilyfree/ Website: @mrslilyfree | Linktree Connect with Me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169 Email: renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this episode, you will hear Katie Grimm, my guest, share about a trial her family went through specifically with her daughter Sophia. Sophia was diagnosed at 11 months with Leukemia. Katie shares the testimony of God's faithfulness through all of the hard times. She shares how she got to a point of surrender as well with Sophia knowing she belongs to God and she can trust Him. Take a listen to hear how Sophia is doing today. We pray this encourages mom's who have gone through very difficult trials with their children or are currently walking through cancer, disease or any other illness with their children. God is the God of all Comfort and I thank Katie for being willing to share her testimony to comfort others. "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God - 2 Corinthians 1:3-5). I pray you feel the Lord's nearness as well. The Lord is near the brokenhearted (The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit Psalm 34:18). Love you mamas and praying for you! To get connected with Katie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livekleanwithkatie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie.wilson.583 To connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/ Renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this episode, I talk about living surrendered lives in our life and surrendering to God's will over our children's lives. I share about postpartum experience and my twin girlies arrival. We could have lost Zoey in the NICU (which I did not share about) and that was also a time of surrender for us because we could do nothing to save her. We had to pray and trust God. Even through ALL of the trials that we have walked through God always works everything for good. I talk about how our children belong to Him. We can trust Him. He loves them and us. I pray this encourages, comforts, and if needed it puts a fire under you to treasure your children even more. I want to say I am so sorry to the mamas that have lost a child. I can't speak on that. I pray the God of Comfort overwhelms you with peace, comfort and love. I wanted to finish with a quote from Tim Keller, "If Jesus Christ is raised from the dead, it's going to be okay, you can wipe your tears, you don't stop crying, but you can wipe your tears because if Jesus Christ is raised from the dead, and He was, you are going to be okay." I love you mamas and I am praying for you. If you are walking through a trial right now and you would like prayer please reach out to me. If you have stories to share please tell me. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/ Email: renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this episode you will hear Jen and I discuss how easy it is to fall into the comparison trap and how to overcome comparison between us women in the power of the Holy Spirit. The enemy would rather of us sisters in Christ divided or tearing each other down. Even staying silent (or withholding our encouraging words) when we see another woman following the Lord is damaging. I share the verse Romans 12:15: Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Jen shares Psalm 139 (when we are rooted in who we are we are far less likely to tear other women down). We can overcome this by hiding God's Word in our hearts and minds, keeping our eyes on Jesus, praying for one another, saying encouraging and edifying things to each other and more. Jen shares a lot of verses to encourage us and an AWESOME phrase that I LOVE to help overcome comparison (around the 21 minute marker). Shoot me a message on Instagram, FB, or email and tell me what you think it is. The final verse shared was Ephesians 2:10 - For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. We are all on TEAM JESUS doing His work for His glory. AMEN?! Jen Kosuda's Links: Blog/Website: www.theartofamessyhouse.com  Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/theartofamessyhouse (Includes published books)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofamessyhouse/ YouTube https://youtube.com/@theartofamessyhouse  Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-a-messy-house/id1677030475 Spotify Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/52ApyVUl51HMdsUjXgVFoR?si=y-1FlekWQXe1o7UjwW242g My Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/ Email: Renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this episode you will hear encouragement to obey what God has called YOU to do. Maybe it's homeschooling your kids, leading a Bible study, writing a book, starting a faith centered workout group - whatever it is - if He has called you to it, you better do it. Mamas, I say that lovingly because when we obey what God is asking us to do - it's beautiful and right. I talk about the passage in Ephesians 4 where Paul is talking about spiritual gifts (Christ gives spiritual gifts so that he may equip the church through all of the individuals as they exercise their gifts. According to this passage, when gifted individuals exercise their spiritual gifts, the church is built up to maturity in Christ Jesus). Romans 12 also talks about our gifts (We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully). God has given each one a spiritual gift and talents to use for HIS glory. How are you glorifying God with the gifts and talents He has given you? Have you stepped out in BOLDNESS in faith to obey something He has called you to do? It could be a road where many are encouraging you or it could be one where it seems no one cares. God cares. God sees. He is asking us to step out in faith and do what He has called us to do for HIM. Praying for you mamas, love you, and praying this encourages you to take the step or continue to take the steps in faith and boldness! The link to the 4 part series of Jamie Winship on Identity (these are SO GOOD): https://subsplash.com/antiochbiblechurch/search?q=jamie%20winship Please reach out to me! Let me know how YOU have obeyed God or let me know if I can pray for you as you prepare to take a big step of faith and obedience for God! I would love to chat. Connect with me on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie.potter.169/ Email: Renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this episode, you will hear Michele and I discuss what it means to put our confidence in Christ. I pray that this encourages your souls on this topic. As women, we have all struggled at some point with our body image. What encouragement from God's Word does Michele have for us? Take a listen to find out. Michele's story is incredible and she gives all the glory to God for breaking her free from the lies and putting her confidence in Christ. She has her own podcast Confident Christian Women because her mission is truly to encourage other women. If you want to connect with Michele: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidentchristianwomen/ Website: https://msha.ke/michelebowman If you want to connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ Facebook: Katie Ruga | Facebook

This episode is coming straight from my heart. Take a listen to hear how I used to struggle with perfectionism and how it wreaked havoc on my walk with the Lord, my relationships, my family, and children. I pray that as you listen you hear encouragement to leave behind the struggle of perfectionism and experience true freedom in Christ. I pray you are reminded that we serve a loving Savior who forgives us and is there to extend grace as we serve Him. I hope you feel encouraged to strive for excellence in your day to day life. None of us mamas can do it all or be perfect here on earth but with the power of the Holy Spirit it is possible to do all things for the Lord and His glory with excellence. Love you mamas and praying for you. If you want to connect with me: Katie Ruga || Renewing Your Motherhood on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ Facebook Katie Ruga | Facebook Shoot me an email at renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this episode you will hear my mom, Susan Potter, and I discuss what it means to daily renew our minds and why it is so important as Christian women, wives and mamas. It all started with godliness. It isn't about what we look like on the outside but what is happening on the inside. We discuss what it means to be transformed by God and His Word. You will hear tips and encouragement on how to actively daily renew your minds. We hope and pray this encourages you to truly allow the Holy Spirit to work in your hearts and minds. Love you mamas and praying for you! If you want to connect with me: Katie Ruga || Renewing Your Motherhood on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ Facebook Katie Ruga | Facebook Shoot me an email at renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

In this first episode, you will hear how the Renewing Your Motherhood podcast came about. Take a listen to hear how far my heart was from God and How he drew me back and changed my heart to serve Him in my motherhood. The verse that was a turning point for me was Psalm 40:2 – He drew me up from the pit of destruction, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure. Take a listen to hear the encouraging tips I share to grow close to the Lord in your motherhood. I hope and pray you listen with grace. I pray you feel encouraged that with God anything is possible. Finally, if you don't know the Lord Jesus Christ as your Savior - He loves you so much He came to this earth to die and pay for your sins on the cross so you could be washed by His blood - forgiven - and receive eternal life through Him. Love you mamas and praying for you.  If you want to connect with me: Katie Ruga || Renewing Your Motherhood on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/katielruga/ Facebook Katie Ruga | Facebook Shoot me an email at renewingyourmotherhood@gmail.com

Welcome to the Renewing Your Motherhood Podcast! In this trailer, you will hear a little bit of my heart behind this podcast, what you can expect to hear if you listen and that I pray you come along with me to pursue biblical motherhood!