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What did Jesus truly mean when He said, "Follow Me"?

Was He simply asking people to walk beside Him, or was He inviting us into an entirely new way of living?

In today's heartfelt episode of Cup of Faith, we're exploring what it really looks like to imitate Christ in our everyday lives. Together we'll look at Scripture, talk about what it means to surrender our own desires, and discover how following Jesus isn't about perfection—it's about faithfully becoming more like Him one day at a time.

Whether you're just beginning your walk with Christ or have been following Him for years, I pray this conversation encourages you to slow down, draw closer to Him, and embrace the life He has called you to live.

• What "Follow Me" really means

• Why following Jesus is more than simply believing

• Living with gratitude in ordinary, everyday moments

• What it means to deny ourselves and take up our cross daily

• Serving others with a heart that honors God

• Encouragement for anyone longing to grow deeper in their faith

• Matthew 4:19

• Matthew 8:22

• Luke 9:23

• Luke 9:60

• John 8:12

• Ephesians 6:7

• 1 Corinthians 10:31

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If today's episode encouraged you, I'd be so grateful if you would follow the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who needs a little encouragement today.

Remember, friend—you are deeply loved by God. Go out today, imitate Christ, and be a blessing to someone else.

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Episode 9: Creating Rest in a Busy Life

Welcome back to Cup of Faith, a gentle place to unwind, reflect, and simply be.

In today's episode, we're talking about creating rest in a busy life and embracing a gentler rhythm for ourselves and our families. In a world that often tells us to stay busy, fill every moment, and say yes to everything, God invites us into a different way of living—one marked by trust, peace, and intentional rest.

Together, we'll explore what it looks like to create space for what truly matters and let go of the pressure to constantly be doing more.

In this episode we discuss:
• Why children don't need to be busy every moment of every day
• How boredom can encourage creativity and independent play
• The importance of rest and downtime for parents, too
• Setting healthy boundaries and learning to say no
• Creating a family calendar that brings peace rather than stress, anxiety, and overstimulation

Scripture:
Proverbs 3:5-6 (MSG)

"Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don't try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God's voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; He's the one who will keep you on track."

As we learn to trust God with our schedules and priorities, we can find freedom from the pressure to do it all and instead embrace the slower, grace-filled rhythm He has for us.

This episode ends with a prayer for peace, wisdom, and rest for you and your family.

Resources:
• Download the free Cup of Faith devotional for additional encouragement.
• Visit our Etsy shop, Grace Filled Gifts Shop, for natural home and body care products made with your family in mind.

Thank you for spending time with me today. If this episode encouraged you, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may need a reminder to slow down and rest in God's presence.

Until next time, may you find peace in His presence and grace for the season you're in.

Remember you are blessed, so go out and be a blessing to someone else today :)

“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for His compassions never fail.
They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.
I say to myself, ‘The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for Him.’”
— Lamentations 3:22–24 (NIV)

In this episode of Cup of Faith, we’re talking about new beginnings without the pressure.

So often, starting fresh feels heavy — filled with hustle culture, unrealistic goals, and the quiet belief that we have to get everything “right” all at once. Today’s conversation is a gentle reminder that God’s version of new beginnings looks very different.

This episode invites you to slow down, release expectations, and embrace a fresh start rooted in grace — not striving.

Through scripture, reflection, and prayer, we explore how God meets us with new mercies every morning, even when we feel tired, uncertain, or behind.

• Why new beginnings don’t require hustle or perfection

• How to start fresh without overwhelming goals

• Encouragement for letting go of pressure and timelines

• A reminder that God’s mercies meet us right where we are

• A closing prayer to reset your heart and mind

This episode closes with a prayer inviting God into our new beginnings — asking for peace, clarity, and the courage to walk forward gently and faithfully.

• Where have I been putting pressure on myself to “do more”?

• What would it look like to start fresh with grace instead?

• How can I trust God with this season, one day at a time?

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Have you ever felt the weight of people-pleasing? The fear of letting someone down? Or the quiet anxiety that whispers, “I’m not doing enough”?

In this heartfelt episode, Heather opens up about the hidden pressures of people-pleasing and shares gentle encouragement to release the striving, embrace rest, and remember where our true worth is found.

✨ Inside this episode:

• How people-pleasing fuels quiet, exhausting anxiety

• Why your worth isn’t tied to how much you do or who you keep happy

• The freedom of focusing on your inner circle instead of the world’s expectations

• The reminder that you are already enough because of who you belong to

📖 Scripture shared in this episode:

• Matthew 11:28 — “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”

📚 Encouraging Quote:
“Today matters more than yesterday. Who you are becoming matters more than who you were.”
— Only Love Today by Rachel Macy Stafford

Journaling to help you process, reflect, and breathe peace into your quiet time.

💛 If this episode speaks to your heart, would you share it with a friend who may need encouragement too? You can also connect with Heather on Instagram at @savvymom_2 for more faith, grace, and everyday encouragement.

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This week on Cup of Faith, we’re leaning into a quiet but powerful theme that’s been placed on my heart again and again: New Growth.

Not the flashy, fast kind — but the slow, sacred kind. The kind that happens deep within, where God is still working even when we can’t yet see the fruit.

I’m sharing a tender reflection on Isaiah 43:19, a beautiful quote from a library book I felt nudged to pick up (Only Love Today by Rachel Macy Stafford), and how this season of growth is showing up not only in our hearts but even in our simple daily rhythms — like tending to our homes, our skin, and our souls.

🌱 In this episode:

• What “new growth” really looks like in unexpected seasons

• Encouragement from Isaiah 43:19 and Only Love Today

• How your personal care routine can become a moment of prayer and intention

• A peek into my natural products and how I’m using them in this new season

• A gentle prayer to close and an invitation to connect

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💬 Let’s grow together:
What is God growing in your heart? I’d love to hear from you. Message me, share your thoughts, or send in a prayer request. You’re not alone in the becoming. 💛

Until next time, take care...take heart.

With Love,

Heather

Cup of Faith – Episode 5 Show Notes

Title: A Clean Heart, A Clean Home: Simple Steps Toward a Non-Toxic Life

Scripture Theme: "Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me." — Psalm 51:10 (NIV)

Episode Summary:In this week’s episode of Cup of Faith, Heather shares an encouraging devotional and walks listeners through practical, simple steps for transitioning into a non-toxic lifestyle at home. Whether you're just starting out or looking for a fresh perspective on natural living, this episode offers peace over pressure and progress over perfection.

What You’ll Hear:

• A short devotional to start your day with purpose

• Why non-toxic living doesn’t have to be overwhelming

• Simple DIY cleaner recipes using vinegar, baking soda, and essential oils

• How to create peaceful routines around your home without striving for perfection

• Tools and swaps to begin a sustainable home refresh

Top DIY Recipes Shared:

1. All-Purpose Spray – vinegar, water, essential oils

2. Glass Cleaner – vinegar, water, alcohol, peppermint oil

3. Scrub Paste – baking soda + castile soap or water

Most Searched Topics Covered:

• Non-toxic cleaning

• Home organization

• Gentle living for moms

• Mom burnout and how to reset

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Share your cleaning journey or prayer request with us!

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Keywords: non-toxic home, natural cleaning, mom burnout, gentle parenting, simple homemaking, Christian motherhood, declutter, DIY cleaner recipes, natural living, stay-at-home mom support

In this episode of Cup of Faith, we're talking about what it really looks like to reset after a season of rest — whether that’s returning from a trip, finishing a busy week, or simply needing a fresh start. I share a personal story about being overwhelmed, flustered, and late, and how God reminded me to pause, take the pressure off, and return to what He has already given me — one small step at a time.

We’ll also explore what it means to renew your mind and heart, and how that simple renewal can flow into how we freshen up our homes and routines naturally and peacefully.

🕊️ Theme Verse
Romans 12:2 (NIV): “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

💝 Mentioned in This Episode:

• Free Devotional: Cup of Faith: 7 Days of Gentle Encouragement
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• My handmade self-care shop: Grace Filled Gifts & More on Facebook

• Connect on Instagram: @savvymom_2

First i do want to apologize for the background noise, I am working hard to ensure as I grow, to not have this happen again going forward.

📖 Proverbs 19:21 – “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”

In this heartfelt episode, I open up about our first family vacation — the chaos, the doubts, the unexpected fall, and the gentle reminder from God that He holds it all together. I share how He met me in my overwhelm, redirected my heart, and showed me that His purpose is always greater than my plans.

We'll also talk about:

• My quiet morning moments with the Lord ☕📖

• Why giving yourself grace matters

• A special prayer moment for our community

• The beauty of trusting God even when life feels messy

💛 “You don’t have to be everything or do it all. God’s purpose will prevail, friend.”

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In this heartfelt second episode of Cup of Faith, we gently explore the sacred invitation to slow down — even when the world demands we hurry. Between to-do lists, dishes, and diapers, how do we find stillness with God?

This is your reminder that holy moments can happen even while wiping sticky counters or driving to work — if we pause and let them.

📖 Scripture Reflection:
“Be still, and know that I am God.”
— Psalm 46:10

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☕ Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus — one gentle episode at a time.

Welcome to the very first episode of Cup of Faith! In this gentle beginning, we’re talking about finding God not just in the big life-changing moments… but in the little things — folding laundry, holding a child’s hand, stirring dinner, or sipping that first cup of coffee.

We'll reflect on how sacred ordinary life truly is when we invite God into it. ✨

If you've ever wondered whether your small, quiet days matter — this episode is for you.

📖 Scripture Reflection:
“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin.”
— Zechariah 4:10 (NLT)

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☕ Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus — one gentle episode at a time.