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Motherhood on Mission: Purpose Amid the Mundane With Simona Gorton


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How can the mundane of motherhood be extraordinary?

Alex and Scott talk with Simona Gorton, an author, wife, and mother deeply engaged in local church ministry and missions. Drawing on her experiences with 9Marks and her work translating resources into over 60 languages, she emphasizes the importance of the local church as a training ground and the value of serving where God has placed you, even in seemingly ordinary roles.

Simona also discusses her book Mothering Against Futility, which explores Ecclesiastes and the tension between the mundane and the eternal. She challenges mothers and young women to embrace the daily, unseen work as meaningful in the Kingdom of Heaven, connecting everyday tasks to God's eternal purposes.

Key Topics
  • The theological foundation of motherhood and everyday tasks
  • Lessons from Ecclesiastes on finding meaning amid daily repetition
  • Advice to young women considering missions: start with local service
  • Encouragement for churches to affirm and support women and mothers in their roles
  • Practical ways to disciple children to value godly character over recognition
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