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In today's episode, Marci Ferrell and Leslie Nunnery challenge the misconception that "worker at home" equates solely to cleaning and chores. They delve into the spiritual significance of creating a loving, ordered, and Christ-centered environment for your family. They'll explore the true meaning and significance of being a homemaker, drawing inspiration from biblical principles and practical advice. The discussion covers: What "worker at home" doesn't mean: dispelling myths and clarifying priorities Heart attitudes for effective homemaking: prioritizing God's will, seeking joy, and cultivating order Practical tips for cultivating order and peace: aligning priorities, studying God's word, and seeking His guidance The impact of your home on your children: modeling Christ, demonstrating God's love, and fostering faith Homemaking as a ministry: Extending Love and hospitality beyond your family This episode encourages and equips listeners to embrace their unique role as homemakers, recognizing its powerful and kingdom-impacting potential. How seemingly mundane tasks become acts of love and service, reflecting God's character. Give you some Practical tools to cultivate an ordered home and heart, fostering peace and growth. Share Biblical perspectives on prioritizing your family without diminishing your own value. And dive into Strategies to align your daily endeavors with God's will, experiencing lasting joy and purpose. See more about Marci Ferrell on her blog post BY CLICKING HERE Follow along with Marci Ferrell's podcast Thankful Homemaker HERE Get your ticket to join Marci and Leslie at Teach Them Diligently this May. CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR TICKET NOW. Marci Ferrell is a follower of Jesus who is passionate about sharing gospel-driven encouragement with homemakers at Thankful Homemaker. She has been married to her husband and best friend, Doug, since 1986. Together, they have two children and three grandchildren. They reside in Wisconsin and are active with their church family. Marci loves caring for her home and family, studying God's Word, reading, and making lists. You can find her online at ThankfulHomemaker.com, where she blogs and podcasts. Subscribing and leaving a rating and review for the Teach Them Diligently podcast is a very practical way you can join in our ministry of encouraging Christian homeschool families around the country. Would you take a moment to leave us a 5-star rating and a few sentences of review? It would mean the world to us if you would. I also encourage you to share this podcast with your friends and fellow moms who need a reminder of their God-given worth and purpose!
In this episode, things are a bit more casual as I share the latest updates on the blog and podcast. I give a peek into my personal time in the Word in the mornings and share a few of my current favorite things. So grab a coffee or tea and come sit with me a bit xoxo. Head over to ThankfulHomemaker.com for full show notes on all the links and resources mentioned in today's episode. Friends of Thankful Homemaker on Patreon RESOURCES: Join Thankful Homemaker for access to the Free Library of Resources Follow ThankfulHomemaker on Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest & Instagram Patreon Support Join the Thankful Homemaker Facebook Group Subscribe to the Podcast on Your Favorite App Online Courses & Printables Advertise/Sponsor the Podcast Thankful Homemaker Merchandise Buy Marci a Cup of Coffee xo
If you're like me and a bit anxious about hosting groups in your home, here are a few resources for you- Marci Ferrell's Thankful Homemaker site, https://www.instagram.com/thankfulhomemaker Having a Martha Home the Mary Way: 31 Days to a Clean House and a Satisfied Soul by Sarah Mae. Ligonier: How Can I Practice Christian Hospitality? Christian Library: The Biblical Basis for Hospitality Reformed Theological Seminary, 3-min video clip: Why is true Christian Hospitality so Important?
About Marci: Marci is currently a full-time homemaker, married for over 35 years, and has two grown children and three grandchildren. She didn't come to faith in Christ until she was in her mid 30's. Marci is an avid reader and loves to share all that she is learning. She enjoys studying God's Word and has been blessed through inductive Bible study. She enjoys making lists (and checking them off!) Marci loves to travel alongside her husband for his job. They love to serve their local church family, where her husband serves as an elder. Marci is a coffee lover!! To find Marci visit the links below Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thankfulhomemaker/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thankfulhomemaker Twitter: https://twitter.com/Thankflhomemakr Website: https://thankfulhomemaker.com Resources by Marci: The Paprika App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/paprika-recipe-manager-3/id1303222628?mt=12 Donald Whitneys Thanksgiving gathering questions - https://equip.sbts.edu/article/10-questions-to-ask-at-thanksgiving/ EP 47: Simple Ideas for a Christ-Centered Thanksgiving - https://thankfulhomemaker.com/podcast-episode-47-simple-ideas-for-a-christ-centered-thanksgiving/ Planning a Christ-Focused Thanksgiving Mini-Course - use coupon code ORDINARY20 for 20% off - https://shop.thankfulhomemaker.com/planning-a-christ-focused-thanksgiving-guide Mentioned on this podcast: Kat's Pies Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katspies_/ Listen to our Podcast Everywhere https://instabio.cc/extraordinarylives Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ordinarypeoplepodcast/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/ordinarypeoplewithextraordinarylives/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ordinarywith Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ordinarypeoplepod Check out our website: http://ordinarypeoplewithextraordinarylives.com/ Find us on the BAR Network: https://www.instagram.com/thebarnetwork/ To Support Our Podcast Become a Patron! www.patreon.com/Ordinarypeoplewithextraordinarylives WANT TO SHARE YOUR TESTIMONY WITH US? Email us: podcast@ordinarypeoplewithextraordinarylives.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ordinarypeoplepodcast/support
In this episode, I'm joined by Marci Ferrell, the creator of Thankful Homemaker. Marci provides truth-filled, gospel-driven encouragement to homemakers who amid their ordinary days desire to honor and glorify God in all things. In our conversation, we discuss Marci's testimony, the challenges full-time homemakers face, contentment, and—of course—being productive in the home. Links https://thankfulhomemaker.com/ This season is sponsored by Covenant Eyes – Use code "ROSE" at check out to try it free for 30 days Support the Show. Donate or join my Patreon Sign-up for my weekly newsletter, Reagan's Roundup
In this episode, I'm joined by Marci Ferrell, the creator of Thankful Homemaker. Marci provides truth-filled, gospel-driven encouragement to homemakers who amid their ordinary days desire to honor and glorify God in all things. In our conversation, we discuss Marci's testimony, the challenges full-time homemakers face, contentment, and—of course—being productive in the home. Links This season is sponsored by Covenant Eyes – Use code "ROSE" at checkout to try it free for 30 daysSupport the Show. Donate or join my PatreonSign-up for my weekly newsletter, Reagan's Roundup
Marci Ferrell from "The Thankful Homemaker" podcast, answers helpful questions such as: what is the biblical support for women to be homemakers, even single women? What homemaking skills do you wished you had mastered before marriage and family? How do you keep the right attitude in homemaking so that you don't neglect or idolize it? What if you don't enjoy cooking and cleaning? What are your favorite homemaking tools? And do you think single women have an allowance to put homemaking on the back burner so that they can prioritize other ministries better? smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com https://thankfulhomemaker.com/podcast/ Recommended Resources Recipe Organization App: https://www.paprikaapp.com/ SH-MOP :https://www.amazon.com/SH-MOP-SH-WIPES-TELESCOPING-ALUMINUM-HANDLE/dp/B0039PEB6W/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=SH-MOP&qid=1642626720&sr=8-2 Wool Dryer Balls: https://www.amazon.com/Wool-Dryer-Balls-Alternative-Softener/dp/B014WOWNAY/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1ASPOB0TC68CV&keywords=wool%2Bdryer%2Bballs&qid=1642626780&sprefix=wool%2Bdryer%2Bballs%2Caps%2C131&sr=8-5&th=1 "Laundress" Detergent: https://www.amazon.com/Laundress-No-Laundry-Detergent-fl/dp/B00M9ZQW5Q/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2V58TXN8N2P8D&keywords=Laundress&qid=1642626824&rdc=1&sprefix=laundress%2B%2Caps%2C127&sr=8-5&th=1
"Barefoot and pregnant." It's a pejorative phrase used to demean the work stay-at-home mothers do. The world has evolved in such a way that two working parents isn't just approved of, it's expected. But how should Christian women approach this pressure to send their kids to daycare while they chase their dreams? In this episode, Ciara and Jessi talking with The Thankful Homemaker host Marci Ferrell about what it means to be a homemaker and whether the Bible encourages women to focus on family life or corporate life. Show Notes:The Ever-Loving Truth & Expository Apologetics by Voddie BauchamThe Gospel Primer by Milton VincentWho Am I by Jerry BridgesPaul Washer Proverbs Season One: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtWJcEn1BoILQaYjTxOyuWVz1HzbmeezlPaul Washer Proverbs Season Two: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtWJcEn1BoII8muCxwJPWe8_7ubBqGqCGVoddie Baucham "Why I Believe the Bible": https://youtu.be/G1XJ7DeR5fcScripture References:Home as Foundational:Genesis 2:18Genesis 2:20Titus 2:5Glass ceiling question & the call of Titus 2:Titus 2:3-5, 1, 10Proverbs 31Work in Our Home Meaningful:Colossians 3:23-241 Peter 2:91 Peter 2:12Colossians 3:1-4Feminism References:1 Timothy 5:10, Titus 2:3-5Ephesians 5:21-331 Timothy 2:121 Corinthians 12Genesis 1:27Galatians 3:28-29John 14:6Psalm 139Worldly Concepts:Deuteronomy 6:6-91 Peter 3:15Picture of Gospel: Mark 8:34Galatians 2:20Philippians 3:8-111 John 3:16
In this special wrap-up episode of our Wise Builders and Wrecking Balls series, we have Marci from the blog/podcast Thankful Homemaker. Join in as we get some Gospel driven, Titus 2 encouragement to be Wise Builders and not Wrecking Balls from a sweet sister, fellow BAR Network podcaster, and mentor in the faith. As always, we pray this episode encourages you to abide in Him for truly apart from Him we can do nothing. Contact us at abidethepodcast@gmail.com or on Instagram @abidepodcast Links: Thankful Homemaker Blog: https://thankfulhomemaker.com Thankful Homemaker Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thankful-homemaker-a-christian-homemaking-podcast/id1294058924 Thankful Homemaker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_GyN83AlPEjFgIg2jCekIQ Follow Marci on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thankfulhomemaker/?hl=en --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/abide-podcast/support
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Being a homemaker is difficult, being a thankful homemaker? That takes the miraculous work of the Holy Spirit sanctifying believers! Today I'm joined by blogger/podcaster Marci Ferrell from The Thankful Homemaker, a podcast under The Bar Network. We talk about her testimony, her journey to writing and podcasting, teaching women theology, and so much more! 13:00 - What came first the blog or the podcast?15:30 - When did you start up a YouTube?17:50 - How did you choose your name?21:30 - Who is your favorite teacher or preacher?25:40 - How important is it for women to learn theology and why?31:45 - How can we practically teach theology to our children?37:55 - Do you recommend men listen to your podcast since you teach through Scripture?44:15 - Tell us about your new Bite Size episodes?48:15 - You’re doing a series right now on the Sermon on the Mount, what prompted you to do this?53:00 - After this series, do you have any plans for next?58:00 - What kind of encouragement do you have for someone considering starting a blog/podcast/YouTube?01:02:30 - How can the listeners be praying for you? For more information and to find Marci online: Thankfulhomemaker.com Links from Marci: Finding Forgiveness After an Abortion - https://thankfulhomemaker.com/finding-forgiveness-after-an-abortion/ Sermon on the Mount Podcast Series - https://thankfulhomemaker.com/category/christian-living/sermon-on-the-mount/ My Daughter's Website - Amber Ravatsaas - https://amberravwrites.com Links for more information about The Bar Network: http://thebarpodcast.com/index.php/the-bar-network/ Check out the other epic podcasts there! If you'd like more information about Tulips & Honey check out my website: 5Solas.Online My blog over at: https://www.wordpress.com/biblicalbeg... My store: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/tulips-h... or my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/Tulipshoneyhub For questions, comments, recommendations, prayer requests, you can contact me on social media or via my email biblicalbeginnings@outlook.com
This week on The B.A.R. Podcast we have Marci Ferrell of Thankful Homemaker. Funny enough this was before she joined the B.A.R. Podcast Network. We talk about how she got started with the blog and how it lead to the podcast. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-b-a-r-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Marci Ferrell from Thankful Homemaker has been a huge encouragement and mentor in my own personal life. And today, she is on the podcast sharing encouraging with all of us on loving and cherishing our homes (all aspects of it)! Listen in: Listen to the Podcast: Thanks for listening in today! You can find all the links & resources mentioned in today’s episode down below. And don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links & Resources: Download all of Marci's notes here to find all the links and books she talks about! You can find Marci over on her blog: Thankful Homemaker And you've got to subscribe to her awesome podcast: Thankful Homemaker Podcast For an amazing Father's Day gift idea check out: StoryWorth.com/homemaking to get $20 off your book!
Marci Ferrell from Thankful Homemaker has been a huge encouragement and mentor in my own personal life. And today, she is on the podcast sharing encouraging with all of us on loving and cherishing our homes (all aspects of it)! Listen in: Listen to the Podcast: Thanks for listening in today! You can find all the links & resources mentioned in today’s episode down below. And don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes. Right click here and save-as to download this episode to your computer. Links & Resources: Download all of Marci's notes here to find all the links and books she talks about! You can find Marci over on her blog: Thankful Homemaker And you've got to subscribe to her awesome podcast: Thankful Homemaker Podcast For an amazing Father's Day gift idea check out: StoryWorth.com/homemaking to get $20 off your book!
On this podcast episode of Thankful Homemaker, we're talking about how our tongues can get us into so much trouble. We tend to have many words. Many times we're not careful with our words and say things that are slanderous, or gossip or sadly at times even malicious. This should not be for women who love the Lord and are loved and known by Him. Let's encourage each other today to speak words that glorify and honor the Lord. Scripture References & Other Resources Mentioned: Colossians 4:6 Proverbs 141:3 James 3:2 James 3:8 James 3:9-10 Ephesians 4:31 Matthew 18:15 Galatians 6:1 Ephesians 4:32 Proverbs 10:19 Proverbs 31:26 Ephesians 4:29 Matthew 12:34 Colossians 3:15-17 James Online Bible Study by Jen Wilkin For the full Show Notes visit ThankfulHomemaker.com Follow ThankfulHomemaker on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite app Subscribe to ThankfulHomemaker
We are already nearing Christmas Eve and plans that I had to bake or buy or clean haven’t all been finished. There are gifts I wanted to purchase or send that didn’t happen. There are cookies I wanted to bake that I didn’t get too and areas I wanted to tidy at home that I didn’t even get close to doing. But I want to share with you today reminders that I’m talking to myself about what I am choosing. I’m hoping to help us keep our focus on the main thing this Christmas season. You can read the full podcast here, but my hope is you will sit with me for just a few minutes of your day and listen in to the podcast and let me pour into you a bit. Thank you for spending your time with me today - I am blessed by each one of you. Thank you for your prayers, for your sweet notes of encouragement to me and for supporting this little ministry here at Thankful Homemaker by listening in to this podcast. I’ll be taking a break for the next week to enjoy family time. I will see you all next year back here at the blog and podcast. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year my dear friends. Find the full show notes for this episode at ThankfulHomemaker.com Follow ThankfulHomemaker on Facebook, Pinterest & Instagram Subscribe to the Podcast on Your Favorite App Subscribe to ThankfulHomemaker.com
It's so easy in the hustle and bustle of busy life to get overwhelmed. To feel defeated. To feel like you are drowning with every day chores and work. So when I got an email from a reader expressed feeling some of this herself, I knew I could identify! So today's episode is all about that: How do we survive when we feel like we are drowning! 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. Here's the question I got this week: "I work outside of the home 40-42 hours a week. I have three kids. I leave early and don't get home until 5-5:30pm. Basically my question is do you have any ideas, tips, tricks, etc on how I can squeeze 10 hours (not really but it feels like it) of home chores into 2 hours? Once I get home it's time to fix supper, then spend an hour with the kids in the floor playing, load the dishwasher and maybe throw in a load of laundry. Bed time for my 2 littles is 8pm. I have to be in bed by 9-930 because I'm up at 5am every morning. I feel like I'm drowning!!!!!!!!!!!!!" I get it. I have totally been there. And working outside the home throws a whole other element into the mix. So here are some suggestions or ideas to work through: Freezer Cooking & Simple Meals I discovered freezer cooking when I was working full time outside the home and it radically changed the way I approach my kitchen. Now, several years later, I still do routine batches of freezer cooking. Here are some resources for freezer cooking & simple meals: An Introduction to Freezer Cooking My Postpartum Freezer Cooking Plan Freezer Cooking Methods A VERY easy meal planning method using PrepDish (Get TWO weeks free through that link!) Prep/meal plan on Sunday evenings Along with simplifying my meal planning and freezer cooking, I usually do a quick prep/meal plan meeting on Sunday nights. I'll quickly review my week, see if I need to stop at the grocery store, etc. This is the concept that PrepDish does so well! They do all the work for you and then just tell you what to prepare each week! Have kids do the after dinner clean up I hear from a lot of moms who get overwhelmed with dinner and clean up. It's easy to let this get out of control and for it to take several hours each day for dinner time and clean up. If you don't already, get your kids to help or DO the after dinner clean up. If you have older kids you can assign them the tasks of cleaning the kitchen after dinner. Even 2-year-olds can take their plate and fork to the sink or dishwasher. 4-year-olds can do the same, help unload the dishwasher, wipe down the kitchen table, etc. It's all about training them young to help and participate! Creating a weekly cleaning list - move through different target areas per day I love this concept for keeping up on the deep cleaning chores of your house when you don't have a lot of time! You can easily assign different tasks or areas in your home to different days. I.e. Monday is bathrooms, Tuesday is mirros and windows, etc. Marci from Thankful Homemaker has some great examples of this for weekly, monthly, and yearly cleaning plans! Getting a solid night time routine down I think the nighttime routine is one of the MOST important routines you can establish. If you establish a solid evening routine, your morning will be set up so much better and will flow into the rest of the day. I personally aim for a few things in my evening routine: A neat and tidy kitchen (notice I didn't say perfect!) I peek at my schedule/meal plan for tomorrow Set the timer on coffee for next morning Marci has a great evening routine article with some more things to think through. Pair down to the essentials in this season
It's so easy in the hustle and bustle of busy life to get overwhelmed. To feel defeated. To feel like you are drowning with every day chores and work. So when I got an email from a reader expressed feeling some of this herself, I knew I could identify! So today's episode is all about that: How do we survive when we feel like we are drowning! 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. Here's the question I got this week: "I work outside of the home 40-42 hours a week. I have three kids. I leave early and don't get home until 5-5:30pm. Basically my question is do you have any ideas, tips, tricks, etc on how I can squeeze 10 hours (not really but it feels like it) of home chores into 2 hours? Once I get home it's time to fix supper, then spend an hour with the kids in the floor playing, load the dishwasher and maybe throw in a load of laundry. Bed time for my 2 littles is 8pm. I have to be in bed by 9-930 because I'm up at 5am every morning. I feel like I'm drowning!!!!!!!!!!!!!" I get it. I have totally been there. And working outside the home throws a whole other element into the mix. So here are some suggestions or ideas to work through: Freezer Cooking & Simple Meals I discovered freezer cooking when I was working full time outside the home and it radically changed the way I approach my kitchen. Now, several years later, I still do routine batches of freezer cooking. Here are some resources for freezer cooking & simple meals: An Introduction to Freezer Cooking My Postpartum Freezer Cooking Plan Freezer Cooking Methods A VERY easy meal planning method using PrepDish (Get TWO weeks free through that link!) Prep/meal plan on Sunday evenings Along with simplifying my meal planning and freezer cooking, I usually do a quick prep/meal plan meeting on Sunday nights. I'll quickly review my week, see if I need to stop at the grocery store, etc. This is the concept that PrepDish does so well! They do all the work for you and then just tell you what to prepare each week! Have kids do the after dinner clean up I hear from a lot of moms who get overwhelmed with dinner and clean up. It's easy to let this get out of control and for it to take several hours each day for dinner time and clean up. If you don't already, get your kids to help or DO the after dinner clean up. If you have older kids you can assign them the tasks of cleaning the kitchen after dinner. Even 2-year-olds can take their plate and fork to the sink or dishwasher. 4-year-olds can do the same, help unload the dishwasher, wipe down the kitchen table, etc. It's all about training them young to help and participate! Creating a weekly cleaning list - move through different target areas per day I love this concept for keeping up on the deep cleaning chores of your house when you don't have a lot of time! You can easily assign different tasks or areas in your home to different days. I.e. Monday is bathrooms, Tuesday is mirros and windows, etc. Marci from Thankful Homemaker has some great examples of this for weekly, monthly, and yearly cleaning plans! Getting a solid night time routine down I think the nighttime routine is one of the MOST important routines you can establish. If you establish a solid evening routine, your morning will be set up so much better and will flow into the rest of the day. I personally aim for a few things in my evening routine: A neat and tidy kitchen (notice I didn't say perfect!) I peek at my schedule/meal plan for tomorrow Set the timer on coffee for next morning Marci has a great evening routine article with some more things to think through. Pair down to the essentials in this season
On this episode of Thankful Homemaker we're talking about how our tongues can get us into so much trouble. We tend to have many words. Many times we're not careful with our words and say things that are slanderous, or gossip or sadly at times even malicious. This should not be for women who love the Lord and are loved and known by Him. Let's encourage each other today to speak words that glorify and honor the Lord.
Marci Ferrell of Thankful Homemaker joins us to discuss how to love our husbands better. As wives, we tend to be good at sacrificial love, but how are we doing at the tender, affectionate phileo kind of love in our marriages? How can you bring honor to the Gospel as a wife?
Marci Ferrell of Thankful Homemaker joins us to discuss how to love our husbands better. As wives, we tend to be good at sacrificial love, but how are we doing at the tender, affectionate phileo kind of love in our marriages? How can you bring honor to the Gospel as a wife?
Marci Ferrell of The Thankful Homemaker joins us to discuss some simple ways to celebrate the Christmas season and how to keep Christ the center of our traditions.
Marci Ferrell of The Thankful Homemaker joins us to discuss some simple ways to celebrate the Christmas season and how to keep Christ the center of our traditions.