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March 02The Mom Who Let Go and Trusted God: EP 206
What kind of mom puts her baby in a river? A faithful one.
In this episode of the Gather Moms Podcast, we continue our Bible Moms series with the powerful story of Jochebed — Moses’ mother — and what her courage teaches us about doing what we can… and trusting God with the rest.
Her story (Exodus 1:22–2:10) unfolds under a terrifying decree: every Hebrew baby boy is to be thrown into the Nile. Jochebed hides her son for three months. When she can’t hide him any longer, she builds a waterproof basket, places him strategically among the reeds, and stations her daughter nearby to watch.
This isn’t reckless surrender. It’s intentional faith.
And here’s the detail you may have never noticed: the word used for “basket” is the same word used for Noah’s ark. Moses is placed into a mini-ark — another story of God rescuing someone through water in the midst of evil.
Hebrews 11 tells us she acted by faith. She did not fear the king’s edict. She feared God more. And though she gets her son back for a season, she eventually has to release him again — raising him only to let him go.
Her story holds both grief and joy in the same hand.This episode is for moms learning to surrender outcomes they can’t control. You may not determine the ending — but you can build the basket.
In this episode, we talk about:
The second step of Bible study: interpretation — what does it mean?
Why the Holy Spirit is our greatest guide when reading Scripture
The powerful “mini-ark” connection between Moses and Noah
The difference between being a strategic mom and a steamroller mom
How to hold grief and joy at the same time
Where you may need to “shore up protection” in your child’s life
What it means to trust God more than cultural pressure
Scripture referenced: Exodus 1:22–2:10; Hebrews 11:23–24; 1 Corinthians 2:11
Next steps:
Join us on Gather Moms Patreon as we continue our “Luke for Lent” series. It’s not too late to jump in! This simple, doable reading plan is designed especially for busy moms who want to grow in their understanding of God’s Word. Download the Patreon app and search Gather Moms to join us — we would love to walk through this season with you.
We’re also so excited to partner with Sky Ranch Camps in Van, Texas. If you’re looking for an unforgettable overnight camp experience for your child (ages 6–16), Sky Ranch offers screen-free fun, lifelong friendships, and incredible godly mentors. Get $200 off your child’s first week of overnight summer camp with code GATHERMOMS at skyranch.org. Come see the difference where camp is crazy fun with a powerful purpose.
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43 min
February 23 The Sister Wife Story You Never Learned in Sunday School: EP 205
Motherhood reveals our insecurities. One minute we feel confident and steady, and the next we’re wondering if we’re the “less than” version of someone else. In this episode of the Gather Moms Podcast, we continue our Bible Moms series by stepping into the complicated, emotional story of Leah—a woman who knew what it felt like to be overlooked, unloved, and second best.
Leah’s story (Genesis 29–30) reads like a reality TV drama: family deception, sibling rivalry, sister wives, competition for affection, and a whole lot of baby naming that doubles as emotional journaling. Married through trickery and constantly compared to her beautiful sister Rachel, Leah spends years longing for her husband’s love. But as she begins having children, something powerful happens—her heart slowly shifts.
At first, Leah names her sons out of her pain: “The Lord has seen my misery.” “The Lord heard that I am unloved.” “Now my husband will love me.” But eventually, her focus changes. With the birth of Judah, she says, “This time I will praise the Lord.” Her circumstances haven’t improved. Jacob still favors Rachel. The rivalry hasn’t disappeared. But Leah’s heart has turned toward trust instead of striving.
And here’s the beautiful twist: Jesus doesn’t come from Rachel’s line. He comes from Leah’s. The Lion of Judah is born from the life of the overlooked wife. God brings redemption right through the middle of her mess.
This episode is an invitation for moms who feel unseen, compared, or stuck in hard seasons to remember that God sees, God hears, and God works through imperfect stories. Your circumstances may not change overnight—but your focus can. And sometimes praise is the first step toward peace.
In this episode, we talk about:
Why context matters when we read Scripture
A simple Bible study method: observation, interpretation, and application
What Leah’s baby names reveal about her heart
How comparison and competition steal our joy
Why God often does His greatest work in messy situations
The powerful reminder that Jesus came through Leah’s line
Scripture referenced: Genesis 29–30
Next steps:
Join us on Gather Moms Patreon as we read through the book of Luke together during Lent in our “Luke for Lent” series. This simple, doable reading plan is designed especially for busy moms and starts February 18. Download the Patreon app and search Gather Moms to join us—we would love to walk through this season with you.
We’re also so excited to partner with Sky Ranch Camps in Van, Texas. If you’re looking for an unforgettable overnight camp experience for your child (ages 6–16), Sky Ranch offers screen-free fun, lifelong friendships, and incredible godly mentors. Get $200 off your child’s first week of overnight summer camp with code GATHERMOMS at skyranch.org. Come see the difference where camp is crazy fun with a powerful purpose.
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48 min
February 16Becoming a Bible Mom: When Hoping Again Feels Risky EP 204
Motherhood is full of moments that make us laugh—sometimes out of pure joy, and sometimes because life feels too ridiculous not to. In this episode of the Gather Moms Podcast, we continue our Bible Moms series by stepping into the story of Sarah, a woman who waited decades for God’s promise and laughed when it finally seemed too impossible to believe.
Sarah’s story (Genesis 12–25) reads like a Netflix drama: unanswered prayers, bad decisions made in desperation, long seasons of waiting, and a plot twist only God could write. As we walk through her journey, we talk honestly about what it means to trust God when your body, your circumstances, and your timeline all seem to tell a different story.
In Genesis 18, Sarah laughs when she overhears God promise she’ll have a son in her old age. But her laughter isn’t mockery—it’s the laughter of exhaustion, disappointment, and guarded hope. Years later, when Isaac is finally born, Sarah laughs again—this time with joy, marveling at what God has done and inviting others to laugh with her.
This episode is an invitation for moms to read Scripture with compassion instead of judgment, to bring doubts honestly before God, and to trust that nothing is too hard for the Lord. Whether you’re waiting on a promise, feeling worn out, or wondering if it’s too late for God to work—Sarah’s story reminds us that God is faithful, patient, and always on time.
In this episode, we talk about:
Why laughter shows up so often in motherhood—and in the Bible
How to read Scripture with compassion instead of comparison
What Sarah’s waiting teaches us about God’s timing
Why God isn’t offended by our doubts or questions
How God fulfills His promises, even when we make messy choices
The hope that comes from trusting God with what feels impossible
Scripture referenced: Genesis 12–25, Genesis 18:9–14, Genesis 21:1–6
Next steps:
Join us on Gather Moms Patreon as we read through the book of Luke together during Lent, starting February 18. Our hope is that 2026 becomes the year you fall in love with God’s Word in a whole new way. LINK HERE
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43 min
February 09Becoming a Bible Mom: Shame, Secrecy and the First Mom EP 203
We’re in our Bible Moms series and going all the way back to the beginning—to Eve, the first mother, and the first moment everything broke.
Together, we zoom out to see the big story of Scripture and zoom in on a truth every mom needs: when shame enters the picture, God doesn’t pull away—He moves closer.
Through Eve’s story in Genesis 1–3, we explore how shame began, why we instinctively try to cover ourselves, and how God has always been at work to restore what was broken.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
Why the Bible is a miraculous, unified story—not a rule book
How Eve’s story fits into the meta-narrative of Scripture: creation, brokenness, and redemption
The moment shame entered humanity—and why hiding is our natural response
Why “fig leaves” still show up in our lives today (and how we use them)
The powerful truth that God comes looking for us after we mess u
How the first animal sacrifice points forward to Jesus
Why we don’t need to clean ourselves up before coming to God
What modeling grace (not perfection) looks like for our kids
This conversation is for every mom who has ever felt unworthy, distant from God, or stuck trying to fix herself first. Eve’s story reminds us that grace has been God’s plan from the very beginning.
Scripture referenced:
Genesis 1–3
Psalm 19
Romans 16:20
A note for moms:
Whether you read your Bible daily, haven’t opened one in years, or feel overwhelmed by where to start—you are welcome here. If you don’t have a Bible and would like one, we would love to get one into your hands.
Next steps:
Join us on Gather Moms Patreon as we walk through Scripture together during Lent starting February 18 Click here
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42 min
February 02Becoming a Bible Mom: A Different Kind of Year Starts Here EP 202
January is chaos. February is clarity. And this year, the Gather Moms team is doing something different.
In this season-opening episode, Kate and Rebecca kick off a brand-new year (and a brand-new season!) by proposing something radical for moms: What if your New Year didn’t start until February? After the sugar crashes, the school reset, the burnout, and the abandoned resolutions, February is when moms can finally breathe—and actually decide who they want to become.
That conversation opens the door to the heart of this episode: the launch of the “Bible Moms” season. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the Bible, unsure where to start, inconsistent, distracted, or even skeptical—this season was created with you in mind.
Kate and Rebecca unpack why the Bible isn’t just a book of stories, but one unified, miraculous narrative—and why knowing the whole story changes how we see God, ourselves, and our motherhood. Through humor, personal stories, and practical insight, they make the case that there is one habit that will shape every other area of a mom’s life this year.
You’ll hear:
Why January expectations crush moms—and why February is the reset we actually need
Honest confessions about Bible guilt, inconsistency, and dry seasons
A fresh, accessible way to understand the Bible’s big picture (without feeling dumb or behind)
Why moms are overwhelmed by voices—and how God’s voice cuts through the noise
What it really means to be a “Bible Mom” (hint: not perfection)
How this season will walk you through Scripture using moms of the Bible as anchors
An invitation to start right where you are—even if you don’t own a Bible
Whether you’ve walked with God for years, feel stuck in a spiritual rut, or aren’t sure what you believe at all, you are welcome here.
Don’t have a Bible? Message Gather Moms on Instagram or Facebook, or comment “Bible” on YouTube—we would love to send you one.
Want to go deeper? Join Gather Moms on Patreon for a Lent reading plan, simple study tools, and extra encouragement as we walk toward Easter together. Click Here for the link.
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44 min
December 15, 2025Making Room at the Inn (and in Your Heart!)
It’s our second Christmas episode, and this week we’re talking all about the Magi, Mary & Joseph, unexpected guests, and what real hospitality looks like when you’re a mom with a busy house and a messy life.
Spoiler: it’s not candles, curated charcuterie, or having your pillows karate-chopped just right.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
The part of the Christmas story we hardly ever talk about
What actually might’ve happened when a whole camel caravan showed up in tiny Bethlehem
Why biblical hospitality feels totally different from “Pinterest hospitality”
Small, everyday ways to “make room” for others (even in the grocery store aisle!)
Why your kids aren’t a barrier to hosting — they can be your little hospitality team
The freedom to set healthy boundaries during the holidays
A reminder that you, mama, have God-given agency to protect your family
The blessing that comes when we choose generosity and welcome
Our Favorite Nuggets:
Be a “There you are!” person, not a “Here I am…” one
Imperfection is actually a gift — nobody needs your fake perfect
Hospitality isn’t about a spotless house… it’s about a spacious heart
Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is let someone merge in traffic
And yes, even Mary didn’t have a Ring doorbell or a clean house ready
Christmas Challenge:
Decide now that your value this season is hospitality over hurry and people over perfection. Jesus always makes room for us — and we get to do the same for others. Merry Christmas, mamas. You are one of our favorite gifts.
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41 min
December 08, 2025The Wise Woman’s Favorite Things
Moms — we made it!! We’re celebrating 200 episodes of the Gather Moms podcast AND kicking off Christmas together! Whether you’ve been with us since those early COVID-era episodes or you just found us last week, we are so grateful you’re here. In this milestone episode, we’re unwrapping favorite gifts, Christmas hilarity, biblical truths, and some deeply meaningful encouragement for the season.
Big Takeaways
1. Good mom ≠ big Christmas
Stop carrying the weight of magical expectations. A meaningful Christmas isn’t built on stuff — it’s built on values, presence, and generosity.
2. Start with values, not expectations
Decide what matters most: togetherness, service, slowing down, telling the story of Jesus — then shape December around that.
3. Generosity beats guilt every time
Don’t aim for “perfect.” Aim for generous: time, kindness, prayers, small acts, and loving others with your kids.
4. The Magi point us to Jesus in a deeper way
Their extravagant gifts weren’t random — they reflected worship, prophecy, priesthood, and God’s perfect provision. Even at Jesus’ birth, God was caring for Mary in the sweetest ways.
5. Small rhythms make a big impact
A weekly Advent reading, a service project, handmade cards, or simply talking about Jesus — simple is beautiful.
Links & Mentions
Ruffle socks (Rebecca’s current obsession)
Shark hair dryer
Vuori joggers
Favorite diffusers
Advent devotionals & Gather Moms Patreon studies
Giveaway Alert!
To celebrate 200 EPISODES, we’re giving away “Pick Your Present” gifts from our favorite-things list! (No ruffle socks for Kate… but maybe for YOU!) Follow along on Gather Moms social media to win!
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42 min
November 24, 2025Middle School Doesn’t Have to Be Miserable: Secrets Every Mom Needs with Rebecca Bradford
Middle school: just hearing the words can make moms nervous. The awkward years, the big emotions, the constant change—it’s a lot. But what if this season could actually be one of the most meaningful and transformative for our kids?
In this episode, Rebecca Bradford (teacher, author, and mom of three) shares her heart for middle schoolers and the lessons she’s learned both in the classroom and at home. With humor, honesty, and plenty of practical wisdom, Rebecca helps moms see that the middle school years don’t have to be something to fear—they can be a season of growth, connection, and confidence.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
Why “new is normal” in middle school—and how to help your child embrace change
The power of creating safe spaces where kids feel free to talk about anything
How to build confidence in kids by valuing effort over outcomes
Why middle school struggles look different today (social media, sports, and YouTube culture)
How to keep building bridges so your kids keep coming back to you—now and in high school
Rebecca also introduces her new book, Here Comes the Sun: A Guide to Embracing Change and Building Confidence in Middle School Girls, written to help tween girls navigate this pivotal stage with faith and courage.
If you’ve got a child entering or already in middle school, this conversation will encourage you, equip you, and remind you that you are exactly the mom your kids need.
Link to her newest book here.
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38 min
November 18, 2025I Found Out About the Affairs While My Husband Was in a Coma 😳 with Retha Nichole
Infidelity, widowhood, and single momming.
We’re talking with Retha Nichole — coach, speaker, mom of three, and founder of Walk Me Through That. Her story is almost unbelievable: a young mom, pregnant, caring for her husband in a coma, only to discover his multiple affairs — and yet it became the place where God met her and began to transform everything.
In this powerful conversation, we cover:
How Retha discovered betrayal in the middle of her husband’s coma and kept going
The raw prayers she prayed when she wanted to give up
What God taught her about suffering, shame, and redemption
Why moms so often feel stuck living only for kids or spouses — and how to reclaim your life
The importance of boundaries, hobbies, and modeling responsibility for our kids
Practical wisdom on chores, wake-ups, and why kids need to carry their own weight
Retha doesn’t hold back. She’s funny, bold, and deeply rooted in the hope of Jesus. Her message is clear: You can walk through the unthinkable and still create a life you love.
Whether you feel overwhelmed, betrayed, or just burned out in motherhood, this episode will meet you right where you are and give you courage to keep going.
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52 min
November 10, 2025The P*rn Talk Every Mom Must Have (Before It’s Too Late) with Kristen Jenson
Pornography isn’t an if anymore—it’s a when. Our kids are growing up in a digital world where harmful images and predators are only one click away.
In this powerful conversation, we sit down with Kristen Jenson, author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures, to talk about how moms can confidently prepare their kids to recognize and reject pornography. Kristen shares practical tools, real-life stories, and the “SMART Plan” every parent needs when (not if) their child is exposed.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
The shocking average age of kids’ first exposure to porn
Why “waiting until they’re older” is the most dangerous parenting mistake
How to teach kids an age-appropriate definition, warning, and plan
Signs your child may have been exposed—and what to do next
The tech tools and boundaries that really work in 2025
This is one of the most important parenting conversations you’ll ever have.
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46 min

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