No Higher Calling

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  • A Christian Woman's Guide to Stewarding Her Health: Tea Time Chat with Brettnay & Sarah

    Sarah Boots joins me to tackle the subject of the responsibility Christian women have in stewarding their health well. God has gifted us with an incredible design, yet our modern world has so many factors that inhibit our health. We discuss the importance of having balance as we prioritize our health for the glory of the Lord and for the longevity of the life He has given us.

    • The connection of our physical, mental, and spiritual health
    • Energy management
    • The importance of nutrition
    • What it means for our body to be God's temple
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      Resources Referenced:

      • Watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/5hv1jMJcfGQ 
      • Subscribe to the NHC Email: www.nohighercalling.org 
      • Connect with Sarah on IG https://www.instagram.com/faithfulandflourishing/ 
      • Subscribe to Sarah's Email/Substack https://faithfulandflourishing.org/ 
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        1 hr 14 min
      • Answering Your Homeschool Questions

        In this special listener Q&A episode, we’re diving into your homeschooling questions—from getting started and choosing curriculum to creating a peaceful home rhythm and managing the everyday challenges of teaching multiple children.

        We’ll talk about everything from screens, read-aloud favorites, and funny homeschooling moments to schedules, routines, unit studies, memorization, music practice, and finding the right balance between consistency and flexibility. Whether you’re a brand-new homeschool mom or a seasoned homeschooler looking for encouragement and fresh ideas, this episode is filled with practical wisdom, simple solutions, and reminders that you don’t have to do everything to homeschool well.

        Join us as we answer your questions and encourage you in the beautiful, meaningful work of homeschooling.

         

        Resources Referenced:

        • Children of Character Cards https://nohighercalling.org/shop/family-resources/children-of-character/ 
        • Podcast: Being a TV Free Family 
        • https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-ems7c-1656c8d  
        • World Watch News: https://app.worldwatch.news/pages/referral?referral_code=DBgHDaDHgeBeiD 
        • YouTube: Our Daily Homeschool Rhythm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEnHHmA6Tk4 
        • YouTube: Morning Moments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0KfxOIqyLqE 
        • Podcast: Balance Between Homemaking & Homeschooling https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-wx2ux-1731e51
        • Podcast: Homeschooling with Toddlers and Babies https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-67hvu-14078cf
        • Podcast: Homeschooling in the Little Years https://www.podbean.com/eas/pb-y2tr7-161f21b
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          58 min
        • Fighting Loneliness in Motherhood

          Motherhood can be beautiful, but it can sometimes feel lonely. In this episode, we talk about practical ways to cultivate meaningful connection, including being the kind of friend you hope to find, investing in relationships within your local church, thinking creatively about opportunities for community, and being willing to say yes when invitations arise. Most importantly, we remember that in every season, our truest Friend is Christ, who never leaves us alone.

           

          Resources Referenced:

          • Children of Character Cards https://nohighercalling.org/shop/family-resources/children-of-character/ 
          • Subscribe to the NHC Email www.nohighercalling.org 
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            32 min
          • The Grace Wherewith We Are Comforted

            II Cor 1:4 "Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God."

             

            In this episode, we explore the biblical meaning of comfort through 2 Corinthians 1:4 and discover that God's comfort is far more than sympathy—it is His strength, encouragement, and presence coming alongside us in our trials. We discuss how the comfort we receive from God equips us to bear one another's burdens, fulfilling the law of Christ by actively helping others carry their struggles. Ultimately, God's grace in our suffering is not meant to make us comfortable, but to make us comforters, reminding us that it's hard to doubt God when His people keep showing up.

             

            Resources Referenced:

            • Children of Character Cards https://nohighercalling.org/shop/family-resources/children-of-character/ 
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              25 min
            • Caspian Essex's Birth Story

              God answered so many prayers throughout the birth of our precious Caspian Essex! We are thankful to have him on the outisde, and he has fit so beautifully into our family. In this episode, I share the details of his birth story.

               

              Resources Referenced:

              • Children of Character Cards https://nohighercalling.org/shop/family-resources/children-of-character/ 
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                37 min
              • Is It Really True That You Can't Pour from an Empty Cup?: Tea Time Chat with Brettnay & Sarah

                In this episode, we explore Mother Culture—the intentional care of a mother’s mind, heart, and soul—and how it shapes the atmosphere of the home. Rooted in Charlotte Mason’s philosophy and expanded by Karen Andreola, this idea reminds us that what a mother is, her children will naturally receive.

                We emphasize that true soul nourishment must be grounded first in a faithful, obedient relationship with the Lord. Time in God’s Word is not optional—it is the foundation. From that place, mothers can be refreshed and strengthened through good books, beauty, rest, and meaningful daily rhythms.

                Rather than a luxury, Mother Culture becomes a way to live with intention—allowing mothers to serve their families with joy, cultivate a life-giving home, and faithfully pour out what the Lord is first pouring into them.

                 

                Watch the Interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rrg2Z43sNd0 

                 

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                57 min
              • 2026 Reading Challenge (Quarter 2)

                Join me as I share about the books I've been reading in Quarter 2.

                • Specters in the Glass House by Jamie Jo Wright
                • An Accidental Life by Pamela Binnings Ewen
                • In This Moment by Gabrielle Meyer
                • For a Lifetime by Gabrielle Meyer
                • Across the Ages by Gabrielle Meyer
                • Every Hour Until Then by Gabrielle Meyer
                • Through Each Tomorrow by Gabrielle Meyer
                • Into a Golden Era by Gabrielle Meyer
                • The Green Ember by S. D. Smith
                • The Fifth Vital Sign by Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
                • Grounded in Grace by Jonathan Holmes
                • On Magic and Miracles by Marian A. Jacobs
                • Ember Falls by S. D. Smith
                • A Castaway in Cornwall by Julie Klassen
                • Fast Like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz
                • The Doctor of Hiroshima by Dr. Michihiko Hachiya
                • The 5AM Club by Robin Sharma
                • After the Funeral by Agatha Christie
                • The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion Vol. 1 by Beth Brower
                • Overwhelmed Mom by Jamie Erickson
                • Come on Home by Jessica Smartt
                • Raising Worry-Free Girls by Sissy Goff
                • I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys
                • Once Upon a Wardrobe by Patti Callahan
                • Generation AI by Matt Britton
                • Resources Referenced:

                  • Book Links! https://nohighercalling.org/2026-book-challenge-quarter-2/
                  • Great Hymns for Growing Hearts by Brettnay Brazzell https://nohighercalling.org/shop/devotional/ghgh/ 
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                    34 min
                  • Unconventional Ways We Homeschool

                    In this episode, we’re talking about how homeschooling doesn’t have to look like traditional school at home. From a 4-day school week and being done by lunch, to skipping written tests and learning multiple ages together, we share the freedom and flexibility that homeschooling can offer. We also discuss moving at your child’s pace, avoiding rigid curriculum expectations, and creating a homeschool rhythm that truly fits your family’s unique needs and values.

                    Homeschooling can be exactly what your family needs it to be- and that is a beautiful freedom!

                     

                    Resources Referenced:

                    • NHC YouTube: Our Daily Homeschool Rhythm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEnHHmA6Tk4&t=2s 
                    • Children of Character Cards https://nohighercalling.org/shop/family-resources/children-of-character/ 
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                      40 min
                    • Say Goodbye to Store-Bought Bread

                      Join me as I share my break-making journey as a homemaker. From yeast breads to delving into sourdough, I have loved learning tips and tricks for feeding my family delicious, nutrient-dense homemade breads.

                       

                      Resources Referenced:

                      • Bread Making Favorites & Cookbooks Referenced: https://amzn.to/4uAvmj3 
                      • Favorite Bread Recipes https://nohighercalling.org/category/recipe/ 
                      • YouTube: Sourdough for Beginners with Erin Bates Paine https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fi84RRL7sWg&t=205s 
                      • YouTube: Azure Standard https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QU0iITdDvDc 
                      • Great Hymns for Growing Hearts by Brettnay Brazzell https://nohighercalling.org/shop/devotional/ghgh/ 
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                        Subscribe to the NHC email at www.nohighercalling.org 

                        42 min
                      • Homeschooling Teenagers with Jamie Mock

                        Jamie Mock, homeschool mom of one graduate and two highschoolers, joins me to discuss homeschooling in the teenage years. 

                        We discuss...

                        • The most rewarding part of homeschooling teens
                        • How to lay a foundation for a strong relationship with your teen
                        • How the approach to teaching changes as children mature
                        • How to lean into your teen's interests in education
                        • How to encourage independence
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                          Resources Referenced:

                          • Watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/7tTa2dSsKa8 
                          • Great Hymns for Growing Hearts by Brettnay Brazzell https://nohighercalling.org/shop/devotional/ghgh/ 
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                            Follow my  journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org

                            Subscribe to the NHC email at www.nohighercalling.org 

                            38 min

                          About No Higher Calling

                          From the publisher's feed

                          God has given me a passion for motherhood and homemaking. From that passion, a ministry has birthed- No Higher Calling. There is no higher calling on my life than to be wife to Simeon and mama to my…

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