Heroes For Her

“God made her and God is going to take care of her.”   My guest for today’s episode is Jenny Rapson. Married to her high school sweetheart, Jenny is the mom of two boys and a girl and a life-long Ohioan.  That means she’s from Ohio. J   She loves Jesus, family, coupons, Veronica Mars, chewy sweet tarts, and writing her bio (A girl after my own heart!). She curates and edits the content of one of my favorite sites, ForEveryMom.com, a place where all moms can come for daily encouragement, laughs, and inspiration.   Jenny’s heart for moms shines through during this episode as she shares about how she and her cousin Emily started Mommin’ It Up, their first creative space on the internet. We talked about how Jenny made the Switch to For Every Mom and how the content has blessed her own mothering journey.   Don’t miss this week’s episode, “Mom Enough,” and rest in the truth that even the whole motherhood thing is hard, God had it handled when He picked you for the job. 

"God made her and God is going to take care of her."   My guest for today's episode is Jenny Rapson. Married to her high school sweetheart, Jenny is the mom of two boys and a girl and a life-long Ohioan.  That means she's from Ohio. J   She loves Jesus, family, coupons, Veronica Mars, chewy sweet tarts, and writing her bio (A girl after my own heart!). She curates and edits the content of one of my favorite sites, ForEveryMom.com, a place where all moms can come for daily encouragement, laughs, and inspiration.   Jenny's heart for moms shines through during this episode as she shares about how she and her cousin Emily started Mommin' It Up, their first creative space on the internet. We talked about how Jenny made the Switch to For Every Mom and how the content has blessed her own mothering journey.   Don't miss this week's episode, "Mom Enough," and rest in the truth that even the whole motherhood thing is hard, God had it handled when He picked you for the job.

“You’ll only pass this way once.”

 

My guest today is Courtney DeFeo. Courtney is a popular blogger and the author of a book we LOVE so much, In This House, We Will Giggle. She’s a graduate of Auburn University with a background in marketing and public relations. In 2011, she started her company, Lil Light O’ Mine, and you can find her two products, ABC Scripture Cards and Conversation Cups, in stores all over the country. Courtney and her husband, Ron, are the parents of two young girls, Ella and Larson. 

 

In today’s episode, Courtney talks seasons: binge watching episodes of Friday Night Lights (Best show ever) and her early days in PR before passing the CIA-style interview process to become part of the Chik-fil-A marketing team (Chicken sandwiches!). The company was beyond supportive when she told them she was leaving to stay home and raise her kids. She continued consulting for Chik-fil-A and also launched her own company, Lil Light O’ Mine, in 2011. She launched with two products and a blog and, as they say, the rest is history. Well, her story.  :)

Don’t miss today’s episode, “Riggins Forever,” and be encouraged that you can experience joy, no matter what season of life you find yourself in.

"You'll only pass this way once."   My guest today is Courtney DeFeo. Courtney is a popular blogger and the author of a book we LOVE so much, In This House, We Will Giggle. She's a graduate of Auburn University with a background in marketing and public relations. In 2011, she started her company, Lil Light O' Mine, and you can find her two products, ABC Scripture Cards and Conversation Cups, in stores all over the country. Courtney and her husband, Ron, are the parents of two young girls, Ella and Larson.    In today's episode, Courtney talks seasons: binge watching episodes of Friday Night Lights (Best show ever) and her early days in PR before passing the CIA-style interview process to become part of the Chik-fil-A marketing team (Chicken sandwiches!). The company was beyond supportive when she told them she was leaving to stay home and raise her kids. She continued consulting for Chik-fil-A and also launched her own company, Lil Light O' Mine, in 2011. She launched with two products and a blog and, as they say, the rest is history. Well, her story.  :) Don't miss today's episode, "Riggins Forever," and be encouraged that you can experience joy, no matter what season of life you find yourself in.

"To live life authentically, you don't have to share everything. Just live in a way that you are true to who you are and true to who God is in you."   My guest today is Lynn Cowell. Lynn is a national conference speaker who is passionate about helping women of all ages understand the importance of Christ confidence. She is the author of several books including her newest for girls ages 8 - 12, Brave Beauty: Finding the Fearless You and for women Make Your Move: Finding Unshakable Confidence Despite Your Fears and Failures. As a Proverbs 31 Ministries author and speaker, Lynn helps moms become wise women so they can raise wiser daughters.    In today's episode, Lynn discusses helpful tips and tools for helping girls navigate the current of culture regarding body image, physical attractiveness, and sexuality. When a girl feels like she can't meet the standards set by her peers, imagine how this affects her confidence. And if she's not confident, how will she ever find the boldness to do what God calls her to do in life? We all want to help our girls gain confidence and understand how their unique qualities can work for them and not against them.    Don't miss Episode 49, "Brave Beauty," and learn how God's words and your support can help your little belle become the brave and beautiful young woman God created her to be.

"Take risks." 

My guest today is Jordan Lee. Jordan blogs at Soulscripts and is the creator of The Sisterhood: the only exclusive, online community for SoulSisters who are looking to dig deeper into the Word and who want to learn more about Christian blogging and business. There you can find a ton of awesome resources including monthly Bible Study tutorials, lessons on Christian blogging/business, business tips, discounts on apparel, and tons more. Mainly, it’s a chance to connect with sisters around the globe AND in your city to grow, wrestle and learn together how to shine a light in the world. 

I loved that Jordan’s list of favorite things is basically my list too: Jesus, sweatpants, flowy dresses (cuz it’s like pajamas), popcorn, confetti cupcakes, rainbow sprinkles, and messy hair. I mean, seriously, I could not love those things more. 

Don’t miss today’s episode, “Of Souls and Sisterhood” and hear more about how stepping out in faith gives God the chance to do what He does best. 

"Take risks."  My guest today is Jordan Lee. Jordan blogs at Soulscripts and is the creator of The Sisterhood: the only exclusive, online community for SoulSisters who are looking to dig deeper into the Word and who want to learn more about Christian blogging and business. There you can find a ton of awesome resources including monthly Bible Study tutorials, lessons on Christian blogging/business, business tips, discounts on apparel, and tons more. Mainly, it's a chance to connect with sisters around the globe AND in your city to grow, wrestle and learn together how to shine a light in the world.  I loved that Jordan's list of favorite things is basically my list too: Jesus, sweatpants, flowy dresses (cuz it's like pajamas), popcorn, confetti cupcakes, rainbow sprinkles, and messy hair. I mean, seriously, I could not love those things more.  Don't miss today's episode, "Of Souls and Sisterhood" and hear more about how stepping out in faith gives God the chance to do what He does best.

"Push through and persevere."    Today's guest is Monica Zuniga. Monica is the founder of We Are Unveiled, a ministry whose sole mission is to remove the veil for all women by creating a space for them to feel seen, known, and understood. They do this by capturing authentic stories of women all over the world and sharing them through a wide variety of outlets. Monica is a native of Dallas TX where she grew up with her mom, dad, older sister, and younger brother.    On today's episode, Monica shares how travel, work in the corporate world, and launching a non-profit changed her perspective and ignited in her a fire for full time ministry. In 2014 she started We Are Unveiled to give capture and share powerful stories, giving women a platform and a safe place for them to connect grow and be discipled.    Don't miss today's episode, "Hero, Unveiled", and hear the story of one young woman's journey to discover that God is able to work his biggest miracles through you when you step out in obedience.

“As our kids get older, the stakes get higher.” 

Our guest today is Teri Lynne Underwood. 

Teri Lynne leads Prayers for Girls, a popular online community for mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and anyone else who wants to invest in praying for the girls in their lives. A writer, ministry speaker, and Bible study teacher, she is a frequent contributor to parenting blogs and is constantly on the hunt for ways to communicate truth with grace and, if possible, humor. Teri Lynne and her husband live in northern Alabama with their teenage daughter. 


In today’s episode, Teri Lynne shares a little bit about the early days: what she initially set out to accomplish with Prayers for Girls and how it has grown to be a place where moms of daughters can go for encouragement and resources that will help them ask God for the things their girls need most. In her book, she outlines simple principles that moms can use to craft an approach to prayer that works, no matter if their girls are toddlers (like mine!) or teens. 

 

Highlights include:

.        Her identity—finding her security and strength in God’s love and acceptance 


.        Her heart—pursuing a life of purity and devotion to the Lord 


.        Her mind—committing to growing in wisdom and discernment regardless of her 
circumstances 


.        Her relationships—developing skills and attitudes to foster healthy relationships with others 


.        Her purpose—trusting God with her life, gifts, and passions 


 

Don’t miss today’s episode, “Praying for Girls,” and find out how to start praying over your daughter with confidence and power.

"As our kids get older, the stakes get higher."  Our guest today is Teri Lynne Underwood.  Teri Lynne leads Prayers for Girls, a popular online community for mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and anyone else who wants to invest in praying for the girls in their lives. A writer, ministry speaker, and Bible study teacher, she is a frequent contributor to parenting blogs and is constantly on the hunt for ways to communicate truth with grace and, if possible, humor. Teri Lynne and her husband live in northern Alabama with their teenage daughter. ? In today's episode, Teri Lynne shares a little bit about the early days: what she initially set out to accomplish with Prayers for Girls and how it has grown to be a place where moms of daughters can go for encouragement and resources that will help them ask God for the things their girls need most. In her book, she outlines simple principles that moms can use to craft an approach to prayer that works, no matter if their girls are toddlers (like mine!) or teens.    Highlights include: .        Her identity—finding her security and strength in God's love and acceptance ? .        Her heart—pursuing a life of purity and devotion to the Lord ? .        Her mind—committing to growing in wisdom and discernment regardless of her ?circumstances ? .        Her relationships—developing skills and attitudes to foster healthy relationships with others ? .        Her purpose—trusting God with her life, gifts, and passions ?   Don't miss today's episode, "Praying for Girls," and find out how to start praying over your daughter with confidence and power.