It was over 20 years ago when I first heard about author and speaker Jodie Berndt! It’s hard to believe it was that long ago! A dear friend of mine passed along her book Praying the Scriptures for Your Children.That book was incredibly impactful and came at a perfect time in my life, allowing me to begin praying the Word of God over my children very intentionally. I still have the very same book, slightly weathered and well used! I still look at it, open it, and pray the prayers she has written. As moms, we never stop praying, and Jodie’s ministry has been a beautiful encouragement to countless moms. I encourage you to head to her website to see the incredible resources that she has, just for you. Here are some wonderfully wise words from Jodie:“If there’s one thing I’ve learned after watching our kids grow up and head off on their own, it’s that you never stop being a parent. You never stop loving your kids. And you never stop praying, asking God to guide them, protect them, and accomplish his best purposes in their lives.And not only that, but you never stop wanting to be a difference-maker, to life a life marked by productivity, purpose, and joy. Which is a good thing, because that’s what God wants for us too—in every season. The Bible says that those who love the Lord will “still bear fruit in old age” (Psalm 92:14), and I can’t help but believe that every stage of life (including—and maybe especially—the empty nest years) is important and precious to God.”- Jodie BerndtWe talk about the importance of praying for our kids and the gift of motherhood, and learn more about Jodie and her ministry.https://jodieberndt.com/