Throughout this year, we have been looking at undesirable couples of the Bible seeing that most of them struggled because they did not have a oneness in marriage. This is beyond physical oneness, but also spiritual and emotional. 

We come to Ahasuerus and Esther, and we discuss what to do when a spouse is unequally yoked with a non-believer. Esther gives a beautiful example of God's love and grace as she interacts with her heathen husband. 

Scriptures Referenced:

The book of Esther

II Corinthians 6:14

Resources Referenced:

NHC Family Podcast Series: Undesirable Couples of the Bible

NHC Shop

Great Hymns for Growing Hearts: Christ the Saviour is Born

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What is God's will for my life?

That is a big question. We are asked this, espcially during our teenage years, but as time moves on, we continue to ask, "God, what is your will for me?" We tend to ask this with a 5 year or 10 year objective. We want the answer to the long-term plan. 

In Psalm 119:105, God gives us a key to unlocking the mystery of this question. His Word is a lamp unto our feet. This is speaking of a light, an illumiation, for the very next step. As we follow God in obedience in the day-to-day decisions, it will set our path on the trajectory to walk out the path He has created us for. 

God desires that we walk step by step. As we follow, He gives more light. But the big picture plan that we often desire is left in God's hands. This keeps us dependent on Him for daily guidance. The Christian life is walking through every moment hand in hand with our Savior.

Scriptures Referenced:

Genesis 24:27

Psalm 119:105; 139:13-17

Proverbs 16:9

Jeremiah 29:11

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Confidence: a trusting or reliance; an assurrance of mind of firm belief in the integrity, stability, or veracity of another, or in the truth or reality of a fact -Webster's 1828 Dictionary

Confidence: that which has a firm foundation; steadfastness of mind, firmness, courage -definition of the Greek word hypostasis (confidence)

We live in an instable world that seeks to shake our confidence. We must remember that our confidence is not rooted in anything other than Christ. Because of that, our confidence is steadfast and sure!

In this episode, we discuss how to live confidently in a broken world.

Scriptures Referenced:

Psalm 118:6, 8

Proverbs 11:28; 14:26; 28:26

Ezra 33:13

Jeremiah 48:7

Philippians 1:6; 3:3

Isaiah 14:24

II Corithians 12:9

Ephesians 3:11-12

Hebrews 3:14; 4:16

I John 2:28; 5:14

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God has an order. Culture disrupts that order and dwells in compounded confusion. This is clearly seen in context of marriage and the roles within marriage. 

When God established the first marriage in Genesis, He called what He designed very good. Simeon and I go back to the beginning to dicuss...

-Responsibilities and roles within marriage

-Husband and wife working as a team

-Satan's attack on the nuclear family

Scriptures Referenced:

Genesis 2 & 3

II Corinthians 6:14

Ephesians 5:25-33

Titus 1:5

Resources:

Eve in Exile by Rebekah Merkle

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Our lives can be inundated by fear, yet God's Word tells us again and again to fear not. How are we to obey that command when there are so many things that cause us worry and concern?

We discuss identifying irrational versus rational fears. We must not waste our time worrying about fears that are not based in reality. But when we do have real fears, we need to learn to give them to the Lord, remember is faithfulness, and trust Him with the outcomes.

Scriptures Referenced:

Proverbs 19:23

John 10:10

Romans 8:28

II Timothy 1:7

Hebrews 13:5-6

I John 4:18

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Laundry can be quite the pain point for homemakers. The endless mountains of clothes to wash, fold, and put away can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I share some tips that have helped me stay on top of our laundry as a family of seven. I also share great tips from some of my audience! Thank you to all those who added your input. I hope maybe one of these ideas will help you find better rhythms in this area of homemaking.

Resources:

NHC YouTube: Make Your Own Laundry Detergent 

Young Living Thieves Laundry Soap

Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater (affiliate link)

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Throughout this study, we have continually seen the theme of couples who were not one whether that be spiritually, emotionally, or physically. Ananias and Sapphire were one, but it was in sin. This led to a disastrous end for this couple. 

As we look at their marriage, we discuss the importance of being sober-minded and true to the promises that we make to God.

Scriptures Referenced:

Exodus 21:14

Proverbs 6:16

Ecclesiastes 5:4-6

Acts 4:32-5:11

Resources:

NHC Podcast: Couples of the Bible Study 

NHC Podcast: Marriage Purity

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Obedience brings blessing. This is a principle found all throughout Scripture. In the New Testament, God commands His people to be "given to hospitality." Obedience in this area brings abundant blessings! 

In this episode, we discuss blessings that come from ministering to others through hospitality.

-The blessing of influencing others for Christ

-The blessing of cultivating relationships

-The blessing of fellowship, laughter, and encouragement

-The blessing of teaching moments for our children

Scriptures Referenced:

Proverbs 17:22; 18:24

Acts 18

Romans 12:13

Hebrews 6:10

Resources:

Heartfelt Hospitality by Terrie Chappell

NHC Hospitality Guide

NHC Holiday Hospitality

NHC Podcast Hospitality Series

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After working as a pediatric RN for over a decade, Elizabeth Parsons left the hospital to pursue a more holistic approach to health. On this episode, she gives advice on how to fight sickness naturally. We discuss...

-Transitioning from conventional medicine to a holistic approach

-Simple, free steps to pursuing a healthy lifestyle

-Cooking nourishing foods from scratch

-Cleaning your home with natural products

-Top 5 essentials for a natural medicine cabinet

Resources:

Follow Elizabeth Parsons on Instagram @purelyparsons

Purely Parsons Shop

Hear more from Elizabeth Parsons

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For the past 2 years, our family has been TV free. That is not the norm in 2024, but there are many families who are concerned about the constant overstimulation and who are making the decision to remove the TV from their homes. Simeon and I share our why for this decision and the benefits we have seen from this choice. Spoiler alert: We have ZERO regrets! It has been one of the BEST decisions we have made for our family!

We chat about...

• Why we decided to make this decision (it might surprise you!)

Resources:

• NHC Podcast: Gatekeeper

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