Podcasts about small things motherhood

Catherine McNiel is our guest and WOW, what a powerful and sacred conversation this is about fear and faith. Catherine's newest book is titled, Fearing Bravely: Risking Love for our Neighbors, Strangers, and Enemies. This book is an amazing mirror into which we all might look to see how much we might have been unknowingly discipled in fear instead of love. Catherine is an author and speaker who lives in the Chicagoland area with her husband, where they care for their three kids and their enormous garden. Catherine has studied and taught Intercultural Studies and Theology, has an degree in Human Service Counseling, and is working on a Master of Divinity at North Park Theological Seminary. She has a couple of other books that came out before Fearing Bravely.... those books are also about the intermingling of spirituality and our ordinary lives... One is titled, All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World.... and another is called Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline which was an ECPA New Author finalist. Catherine is a sought after writer and speaker; her work has been featured by numerous magazines, websites, churches, and ministries. Find all of Catherine's amazing contributions to the world, including her books, newsletter, and links to her social media at https://catherinemcniel.com/

Is God calling you to make a significant change? What if the pivot you're sensing isn't what you were hoping for? Or something you fully understand? Listen in to hear an encouraging story about how love doesn't always look like what we want, but love will always guide us toward what we need. Remember: You are so, so loved. Resources Mentioned in the Episode: (Book) Whispers of Rest by Bonnie Gray Link: https://a.co/d/d5VYg65 (Book) Breath as Prayer by Jennifer Tucker Link: https://a.co/d/3hHRRaH (Book) Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline by Catherine McNiel  Link: https://a.co/d/fp8SXnm Connect with Becky on Instagram --> ⁠https://www.instagram.com/beckykeife/⁠ Connect with Elise on Instagram --> https://www.instagram.com/elisemhurd/

Catherine McNiel writes about finding God in the real world we live in daily calling these observations "everyday epiphanies." Examples include what we learn about life from the changing seasons, how gardening can connect community, and motherhood as a spiritual discipline (AKA when you don't have much quiet or time in your days). In this conversation, we talk through all of this plus what human interaction looks like during this slice of history and how to engage neighbors, strangers, and enemies well. I think you'll love it. catherinemcniel.com @catherinemcniel on Instagram All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World Fearing Bravely: Risking Love for Our Neighbors, Strangers, and Enemies Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline PARTNERSHIPS  ⁠Ritual⁠ - Ritual offers a variety of multivitamins, protein, and gut health products that have all been made traceable so you know the full story behind what you're putting in your body. I've been taking the ⁠prenatal multivitamin⁠ for the last year and couldn't love it more! Visit ⁠ritual.com⁠ and use promo code NIKKIDUTTON for 20% off your first month. A21 - A21 is a global anti-human trafficking organization that exists to abolish slavery everywhere. With 19 offices in 14 countries, A21 is driven by a radical hope that the cycle of human trafficking can be broken by reaching communities with lifesaving awareness materials, partnering with local and national law enforcement in rescue operations, and providing holistic restorative care for survivors of human trafficking in Freedom Centers worldwide. Join Walk For Freedom in a city near you on Saturday, October 14th by registering at A21.org/Walk  ______________________________________ I'd love to hear from you! Email me at hello@nikkidutton.com @nikkidutton on Instagram nikkidutton.com As always, incredible sound editing by Luke Wilson at Veritas Podcasting

Today on the Interview, we have the honor to sit down with with author Catherine McNiel Catherine is an author, writer, editor, and speaker searching for the creative, redemptive work of God in our ordinary lives. She writes to kindle conversations that mingle theology with real life, and open eyes to God's ongoing presence in our world. Catherine lives in the Chicagoland area with her husband, where they care for three kids, two jobs, and one enormous garden. Catherine has studied and taught Intercultural Studies and Theology, has an MA in Human Service Counseling, and is working on a Master of Divinity at North Park Theological Seminary. Her books include Fearing Bravely: Risking Love for our Neighbors, Strangers, and Enemies; All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World; and Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline which was an ECPA finalist for New Author. Catherine is a sought after writer and speaker; her work has been featured by numerous magazines, websites, churches, and ministries.  She's on the lookout for wisdom, beauty, and iced coffee. You can learn more about her at http://catherinemcniel.com Theme song “Early Riser” By Night Owl Additional music “Worship” by Yung Kartz For more information about Forge America head to www.forgeamerica.com Feel free to contact us at: Brenna@forgeamerica.com Terry@forgeamerica.com Alan@forgeamerica.com

Mystery may be a great style of writing or a perfect theme for a Netflix series.  However, when it is the title of a season of our lives, do we feel the same?  For myself it challenging to see why (pick your subject) had to be this way in our life and why God allowed it to occur. I hope I give myself the grace to know He is good, but when I am in the thick of it, will I feel the same way or remember this sentiment? Most likely not.  Author, Catherine McNeil shares about experiencing a head trauma in 2019 while on vacation and the journey of healing slowly. Catherine gently shares her insights and how she continued to cultivate ways to see God's presence in the mystery.Reflection Questions:Take a moment every day this week to jot down how you have seen God's creative redemptive work in your life.  That can be as simple as seeing frost covering the ground, the turning colors of fall leaves or a smile shared between friends. This will help you cultivate that Is there a mystery in your life? If so name it and pray over it and see how God answers you. Know that you may not get a complete answer, but God is still good even in the mystery.Connect with CatherineWebsite | Newsletter | Instagram | Facebook Catherine's BooksPre-order Catherine's forthcoming book this February | Fearing Bravely: Risking Love for our Neighbors, Strangers and EnemiesAll Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant WorldLong Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline Song used with permission from Bethel Music | No Longer a Slave by Jonathan and Melissa Helser | Bethel MusicListen to the show HERE, and make sure you don't miss The Parable Podcast by following through your favorite podcast app (ie. iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher).  Plus, share the show with a friend and continue the conversation.

(00:00-8:59): Aubrey welcomed guest co-host Catherine McNiel, Author of “All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World” and “Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline.” Aubrey and Catherine talked about a tweet from Catherine about spiritual formation. Learn more about Catherine and her books at catherinemcniel.com and connect with her on Twitter at @CatherineMcNiel (8:59-27:23): Garrett M. Graff, journalist, historian, speaker, and Host of the podcast series,  “Long Shadow, joined Aubrey and Catherine to talk about the 20th Anniversary of September 11th and his book, “The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11.”  Learn more about Garrett at www.garrettgraff.com and connect with him on Twitter at @vermontgmg (27:23-36:12): Aubrey and Catherine commented on Jack Lee's The Chorus in the Chaos blog post at Patheos.com, “Faith, Good Works, and the Danger of Shallow Christian Sentimentalism.”  (36:12-46:10): Aubrey and Catherine shared their TOP FIVE Snacks they enjoy while writing. Aubrey's #1 pick was Grape Licorice and Catherine's #1 pick was Rye Chips.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-9:45): Aubrey welcomed guest co-host Catherine McNiel, Author of “All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World” and “Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline.” Catherine shared an exciting announcement about her upcoming book, “Fearing Bravely: Risking Love for Our Neighbors Strangers and Enemies.” Learn more about Catherine and her books at catherinemcniel.com and connect with her on Twitter at @CatherineMcNiel (9:45-26:41): Dr. Ashley Hales, Author of “Finding Holy in the Suburbs” and the Host of the Finding Holy Podcast, joined Aubrey and Catherine to chat about her new book, “A Spacious Life: Trading Hustle and Hurry for the Goodness of Limits.” Learn more about the special pre-order offer on Ashley's new book at aspacious.life Learn more about Ashley at aahales.com and connect with her on Twitter at @aahales (26:41-35:12): How should we respond when God calls us to something that requires a big sacrifice? Aubrey and Catherine shared their thoughts on Nicole Alcindor's Christian Post article, “Missouri pastor donates kidney to church member, says it was a calling from God.” (35:12-45:15): Aubrey chatted with Catherine about the writing and publishing world. They also discussed Catherine's books, “All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World” and “Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline.”  (45:15-1:05:12):  Anitra Parmele, representative from Food For The Poor, joined Aubrey and Catherine to talk about how Food For The Poor is helping the people of Haiti after the devastating 7.2 earthquake on August 14th. Learn more about Food For The Poor at foodforthepoor.org (1:05:12-1:14:33): What are some of the reasons that women choose to go to seminary? Aubrey and Catherine discussed this and commented on Sharon Hodde Miller's Christianity Today article, “The Surprising Reason Women Go to Seminary.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Summary: As a Christian mama you have decided that you want your kids to know and love Jesus. You believe that God, through his Word, has called you to be the one to teach your children and journey with them and the Holy Spirit. So, now what? The most important first step in introducing your kids to Jesus, is you having a vibrant, life-giving relationship with Him. You must spend time with Him. You must know you are loved and you must love Him. When you are closely following Jesus, you won't be able to stop from sharing Him with your children. Your kids deserve a mama that is in a healthy spiritual place because you will be a better mom with Jesus. But, that is a by-product! God wants a relationship with you, just to have a relationship with you. He is not merely equipping you to serve others or point them to Him. He desperately wants a deep, intimate, and authentic relationship with you, his created, chosen, and loved daughter and friend.  You can't earn more of His love no matter how many devotionals you read, prayers you say, or your children walk with Him. In this episode we will talk about some simple ways to prioritize and nurture your faith. Verses from the episode: Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Links from the episode: Blog Post on Topic She Reads Truth Bible NLT Inspire Journaling Bible Spiritual Disciplines Handbook The Bible Recap Plan The Bible Recap Book Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline Missional Motherhood: The Everyday Ministry of Motherhood in the Grand Plan of God Playfully Faithful Parenting Podcast is a ministry of CreatedtoPlay.com. For more resources, tips, devotions, and tools check us out online: https://createdtoplay.com . Freebies for you: Want to work with me? Sign up for a 15-minute free coaching call: https://createdtoplay.com/free-coaching Join my free 5-day Bible Play Challenge: https://createdtoplay.com/challenge Get 17 fun, free kid's blessings for meals: https://createdtoplay.com/kids-blessings Even though I'm an introvert, I'm social!  Let's connect! Instagram: https://instagram.com/createdtoplay Facebook: https://facebook.com/created2play Twitter: https://twitter.com/createdtoplay Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/createdtoplay Did you enjoy the show? Subscribe and leave me a 5-star review on Apple Music and make me giddy. Music by jorikbasov from Pixabay. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/joy-wendling/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/joy-wendling/support

(00:00-9:19): How can we learn to respond to news headlines with prayer instead of discouragement? Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Kate Shellnutt's Christianity Today article, “Christians ‘Pray the News' in a Year of Doomscrolling.” (9:19-26:35): Catherine McNiel, Author of All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World and Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her books and share encouragement for mothers.  Learn more about Catherine and her books at catherinemcniel.com (26:35-38:58): In honor of Mother's Day, Brian and Aubrey shared their TOP FIVE TV Moms. Aubrey's #1 pick was Lorelai Gilmore from Gilmore Girls and Brian's #1 pick was Norma Arnold from The Wonder Years.  (38:58-48:40): Is sin still a big deal? Brian and Aubrey chatted about this and reacted to a tweet from Dean Inserra.   (48:40-59:42): Aubrey hosted the first episode of the popular Mother's Day quiz show, “The Mom is Right” with Brian and special guest, Kevin Sampson, Aubrey's husband and the Lead Pastor of Renewal Church in West Chicago.   (59:42-1:08:57): Brian and Aubrey shared encouragement for those feeling sadness and loss on Mother's Day. Aubrey also shared insight from her book, “The Louder Song: Listening for Hope in the Midst of Lament.”   (1:08:57-1:16:26): Will you help answer a mother's prayer for food by making a gift to Food For The Poor? Brian and Aubrey shared how Food For The Poor is providing life-saving food to children, and sharing the hope of the Gospel!   Your gift of $37 will provide 6 months of lifesaving food to one child.  To make your gift call 855-901-4673 or give online at 1160hope.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catherine McNiel, author of Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline, invites us to consider that while moms may feel like they are struggling to practice their faith–unable to sit through church uninterrupted or have a “quiet time” with God– they are actually joining an ancient line of women living out a vibrant, God-ordained experience of mothering and self-giving love. Motherhood is spiritual! Ordinary acts of daily love and service can transform our souls.

(00:00-09:20): Brian was joined for a second day by guest co-host, Aubrey Sampson! Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Ed Stetzer's blog post on The Exchange with Ed Stetzer on Christianity Today's Blog Forum, “Swinging the Pendulum Too Far.” (09:20-26:23): Catherine McNiel, Author of All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World and Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her books and seeking God's presence in all seasons of life.   Learn more about Catherine and her books at catherinemcniel.com (26:23-36:22): Brian and Aubrey chatted about Brian's drive-thru dilemma at Starbucks.  (36:22-45:32): Brian and Aubrey shared their thoughts on Andrew DeCort's article from his Stop & Think Newsletter, “Celebrity Christian Leaders Need to Be Retired: Reflections on Ravi Zacharias.”   (45:32-55:37): Liuan Huska, Author of Hurting Yet Whole: Reconciling Body and Spirit in Chronic Pain and Illness, joined Brian and Aubrey to chat about her book and offer encouragement for those dealing with chronic pain.  Learn more about Liuan and her books at her website, liuanhuska.com  (55:37-1:05:22): Brian and Aubrey discussed Stacey Colino's Washington Post article, “‘Coronaphobia': Covid anxiety has a name. Here's how to cope.”  (1:05:22-1:14:29): Brian and Aubrey commented on James K. A. Smith's article for The Christian Century, “I'm a philosopher. We can't think our way out of this mess.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00-37:20): Catherine McNiel is a speaker and writer of All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God’s Presence in His Messy, Abundant World and Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline. She joined Ian to talk about parenting during the pandemic, finding God in chaotic times and living in a posture of fear. (37:20-1:13:56): Justin Gill is a teacher and writer on the history and theology of the Bible. He joined Ian to talk about theology, scholarship, political engagement as a Christ follower, Sacrementalism and the theology of sex.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, I'm honored to welcome my friend and fellow NavPress author Catherine McNiel to talk about how to endure long, difficult seasons like the one we're in. Her book All Shall Be Well was written published last year, but it feels like it could have been written for this very crisis we find ourselves in.Catherine is a writer and speaker who seeks to open eyes to God's creative, redemptive work in each day—while caring for three kids, two jobs, and one enormous garden. Catherine's first book, Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline, was an ECPA finalist for New Author. Her second book is All Shall be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World. She's on the lookout for wisdom, beauty, and iced coffee. You can subscribe to her newsletter at CatherineMcNiel.com.

Catherine McNiel is a wife, mama of 3, speaker, gardener, and author of two books, "Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline" and "All Shall be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World". She shares about the newest of her two books today and inspires us with that truth that God's unending presence is a promise that all shall be well.   What we Chat about in This Episode: ~Catherine's  new book, "All Shall be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World", what led her to write it, and what readers can expect   ~How God is still working in and through us, forming, growing, and using us,  in both the mess and the abundance of our everyday lives ~The importance of not just knowing or talking *about* God, but truly knowing Him and praying *to* Him ~Prioritizing our relationship with the Lord ~Practical ways to notice and relish in the Lord's presence in our every moment ~The importance of paying attention to context in the Word ~Why it is so important to remember that God is present with us ~How to become more mindful and aware of God's presence in the midst of the busyness of our daily lives ~What each of the four seasons of the year teach us about God ~What hope is and is not ~And more! For full shownotes, head to www.hargraveshomeandhearth.com/podcast

It’s hard to see the deeper things when life is full and busy. In this conversation with Catherine McNiel, we talk about how we can be awakened to God’s presence in creation. We’re invited to see God move in our actual, concrete reality — in the beauty and in the decay and despair. This isn’t a garden-variety book (or conversation). She says, “if we’re not tempted by despair, I don’t think what we’re experiencing is actually hope.” Listen in to a wonderful conversation and win a free book too! Here’s a bit about Catherine: Catherine McNiel is a writer and speaker who seeks to open eyes to God’s creative, redemptive work in each day—while caring for three kids, two jobs, and one enormous garden. She’s on the lookout for wisdom, beauty, and iced coffee. Catherine is the author of All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence in His Messy, Abundant World and Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline which was an ECPA finalist for New Author. LINKS Buy Catherine’s book: All Shall Be Well Buy Catherine’s book: Long Days of Small Things Subscribe to Catherine’s  newsletter Follow Catherine on Twitter: www.twitter.com/catherinemcniel SHARE “It’s really important to me that it’s not just that we find God in the beauty of creation, but even in the darkness.” @catherinemcniel @aahales #findingholypodcast: https://tinyurl.com/findingholypodMcNiel “Your book can really be a corrective for this idea that life should always be improving and going up and to the right", @aahales says of @navpress book, #allshallbewellbook on #findingholypodcast: https://tinyurl.com/findingholypodMcNiel “Winter comes, but so does spring, so does the dawn.” We trust God through the repetition. @catherinemcniel on #allshallbewellbook on @aahales’ #findingholypodcast: https://tinyurl.com/findingholypodMcNiel Learn how @catherinemcniel learned to live her book after writing it through darkness, sitting in a chair and what sustained her on @aahales’ #findingholypodcast: https://tinyurl.com/findingholypodMcNiel “The suffering was not the bondage, it was the freedom.” @catherinemcniel on #findingholypodcast: https://tinyurl.com/findingholypodMcNiel “I’m grounding theology in our real life. The truth of God is applicable wherever I happen to be right now.” @catherinemcniel #findingholypodcast https://tinyurl.com/findingholypodMcNiel ONE SMALL STEP Give yourself a 5-minute brainstorming session. During your time, write and think about: Where are the moments in your life where you see despair? Where do you see hope? In another 5 minutes, offer your findings to God. Honesty can unite the things that we say we believe about God and our experience of God. Share your list, your thoughts and this episode by tagging me at @aahales and using the hashtag, #findingholypodcast. SHARE, SUBSCRIBE AND WIN! We’re still a new podcast. We’d LOVE it if you could subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and share with all of your people! And we have a special surprise! One winner will win a copy of Catherine’s book, All Shall Be Well! To enter: All have you do is: 1) subscribe, 2) email me that you subscribed at findingholypodcast@gmail.com and one lucky winner will get a free book! Giveaway ends October 31.

After a LONG time away, the otherWISE podcast is back with an episode that I know you'll enjoy. In this conversation, Catherine McNiel talks about the way we navigate different seasons of our spiritual journey. We talk about gardening and how the writing life informs the way she engages with God in different stages and states of growth. Her new book, All Shall Be Well: Awakening to God's Presence In His Messy, Abundant World releases on Tuesday, August 6th.Catherine is a writer and speaker who seeks to open eyes to God's creative, redemptive work in each day—while caring for three kids, two jobs, and one enormous garden. Catherine's first book, Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline, was an ECPA finalist for New Author. She's on the lookout for wisdom, beauty, and iced coffee.Music by Robert EbbensCover art by Eric Wright/Metamora Design

I've been getting back into reading this week and making plans to get caught up on my reading challenge for the rest of the year. I've read some really good books lately and a few not worth mentioning...but here's a little reading challenge update as well as a list of past and current books! Listen in here:  Listen to the Podcast: We also recorded this blog post as an audio podcast. If you want to listen in instead of reading, click play below or do a combination of both  And don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Books I've Read Recently: I'd Rather Be Reading by Anne Bogel Book Girl by Sarah Clarkson Caring for One Another by Edward T. Welch - I loved this book so much I ordered one for my sister and I ordered his new book Side by Side: Walking with others in Wisdom and Love War of Words by Paul David Tripp You and Me Forever by Francis & Lisa Chan Better Together: Strengthen Your Family, Simplify your Homeschool, and savor the subjects that matter most by Pam Barnhill Mere Motherhood by Cindy Rollins The fiction series I've been reading this year: The Wheel of Time. And I just read the Red Queen series. And I highly recommend The Lunar Chronicles. One of the best series I've ever read!!  What's up next for me to read:  I need to read 39 more books by December 31st. Which is one book every 2.74 days, we'll see if I can do it. Honestly, if I get to 80 books I will be happy! Here's whats on my next to read list:  A beautiful set of classics which includes: Little Women, Heidi, A Little Princess, and Anne of Green Gables.  Praying Together: The Priority and Privilege of Prayer in our homes, Communities, and Churches The Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosaria Butterfield  Gospel Centered Mom: The Freeing Truth About What Your Kids Really Need Spiritual Depression: It's Causes and Cures by Martin Lloyd Jones Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline by Catherine McNniel Even Better Than Eden: Nine Ways the Bible's Story Changes Everything about Your Story by Nancy Guthrie Therefor I Have Hope: 12 Truths That Comfort, Sustain, and Redeem in Tragedy by Cameron Cole Walking through Infertility: Biblical, Theological, and Moral Counsel for Those Who Are Struggling by Matthew Arbo

I've been getting back into reading this week and making plans to get caught up on my reading challenge for the rest of the year. I've read some really good books lately and a few not worth mentioning...but here's a little reading challenge update as well as a list of past and current books! Listen in here:  Listen to the Podcast: We also recorded this blog post as an audio podcast. If you want to listen in instead of reading, click play below or do a combination of both  And don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Books I've Read Recently: I'd Rather Be Reading by Anne Bogel Book Girl by Sarah Clarkson Caring for One Another by Edward T. Welch - I loved this book so much I ordered one for my sister and I ordered his new book Side by Side: Walking with others in Wisdom and Love War of Words by Paul David Tripp You and Me Forever by Francis & Lisa Chan Better Together: Strengthen Your Family, Simplify your Homeschool, and savor the subjects that matter most by Pam Barnhill Mere Motherhood by Cindy Rollins The fiction series I've been reading this year: The Wheel of Time. And I just read the Red Queen series. And I highly recommend The Lunar Chronicles. One of the best series I've ever read!!  What's up next for me to read:  I need to read 39 more books by December 31st. Which is one book every 2.74 days, we'll see if I can do it. Honestly, if I get to 80 books I will be happy! Here's whats on my next to read list:  A beautiful set of classics which includes: Little Women, Heidi, A Little Princess, and Anne of Green Gables.  Praying Together: The Priority and Privilege of Prayer in our homes, Communities, and Churches The Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosaria Butterfield  Gospel Centered Mom: The Freeing Truth About What Your Kids Really Need Spiritual Depression: It's Causes and Cures by Martin Lloyd Jones Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline by Catherine McNniel Even Better Than Eden: Nine Ways the Bible's Story Changes Everything about Your Story by Nancy Guthrie Therefor I Have Hope: 12 Truths That Comfort, Sustain, and Redeem in Tragedy by Cameron Cole Walking through Infertility: Biblical, Theological, and Moral Counsel for Those Who Are Struggling by Matthew Arbo

Catherine and Amber chat about Catherine's book: Long Days of Small Things (Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline).In This Episode:-What it means to see motherhood as a spiritual discipline.-How to experience God in tasks that we already do every day as moms.What Catherine is Loving:Hot drinks in winter:Vanilla Grapefruit TeaCatherine's Mom Hack:Toothpaste to get permanent marker off of wood furniture.Links:Catherine's websiteLEAVE A REVIEW OR SUBSCRIBE TO DIAPERS AND DISCIPLES See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Melanie talks with Catherine McNiel, author of Long Days of Small Things: Motherhood as a Spiritual Discipline. They talk about the greatest popcorn in the world, how they find time for spiritual disciplines, finding God in the chaos -- in changing diapers, in washing dishes, in driving to work -- and also how they need to lighten up about other people's advice about their parenting. They also dig into the importance of bringing women's voices into the forefront, and Star Wars bad lip reading, so listen in and lighten up!