My guest today, Kristen Hallinan, is a sought-after writer and speaker, passionate about helping women redeem the pain of their past and move towards a healthier and more hopeful future. On mission to equip women and support families, Kristen previously worked as Director of Development for MOPS International. She enjoys working with teen moms, crisis pregnancy centers, and serving as a pre-marital mentor with her husband Shawn in Dallas, TX. Legacy Changer is Kristen’s debut book, and you can find her other writings in publications like Relevant Magazine and The Joyful Life. Laughing with and chasing after her four children helps burn off the calories she consumes of her favorite treat—homemade gluten free churros. Enjoy this absolutely encouraging and raw conversation about her new book, that you can now purchase, along with emotional regulation and so much more. I was so blessed by this conversation and I pray you will be too.

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Hey mamas :) My last episode of the year is all about identity. The one thing that I want to correct myself on is this: "Each person upon accepting the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ receives the Holy Spirit inside as a seal of salvation (Ephesians 1:12–14). The Spirit THEN gives to each believer certain gifts from God to do the work of God (1 Corinthians 12:4–6). Scripture contains several passages about spiritual gifts: No matter what the gift, its purpose is to edify and mature the church and to glorify God in serving others. All gifts are given by grace from God through the Holy Spirit (Romans 12:6; 1 Corinthians 12:4; Hebrews 2:4). Different people are given different gifts. Not everyone receives the same gift (1 Corinthians 12:4). Those gifted with various spiritual gifts are meant to work together as the parts of a body work together (1 Corinthians 12:12–27). The gifts God gives to His people are divinely placed for the good of the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:27)." PLEASE see LINKS below and the Scriptures that I share on, which I strongly encourage you to dig into as well. :) I love you mamas and I'm praying for you!!! Step 1: Know who God is. Step 2: Have a personal relationship with Christ. 3. Confess lies you have believed about yourself and/or God. 4. Repent from those and allow God to transform your mind with who He says He is and who He says you are. 5. Continue to seek God and walk in His ways and in how He created you.

A LIST OF SPIRITUAL GIFTS: https://www.gotquestions.org/spiritual-gifts-list.html

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For YOU created my INMOST being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 129:13-14.

Before I formed you in the womb I knew you. Jeremiah 1:5.

For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them. Ephesians 2:10

Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them– Romans 12:6.

Psalm 119:73-74 You made me; you created me. 

Isaiah 64:8 Yet you, LORD, are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.

1 Peter 4:10-11 God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts.

Genesis 1:27 So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.

Moses – The Deliverer – Exodus 3: 7-10 is the passage where God calls him to be the Deliverer

Gideon - Mighty Man of Valor – Judges 6:12

Peter – The Rock – John 1:41-42

Abraham – Father of many nations – Genesis 17:5

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Hey mamas! :) I am so excited to have my friend Olivia join me for this conversation. Olivia lives in Ontario as a mom of 3 (ages 6, 5, & 3.5), pastor's wife and part time ESL professor. As a mom-anger “recoveree”, Olivia is passionate about sharing gospel-hope for all of mom-life. She is living proof that Jesus is in the business of redeeming broken hearts and that beauty can come from the ashes of emotional ungodliness. Olivia defines "mommy anger" and gives AMAZING practical tools, tips and encouragement on overcoming mommy anger. We pray that this helps and encourages all of you mamas. You are not alone. We both have experienced mommy anger and being set free from it. Praise the Lord! We love you and are praying for you. Connect with Olivia below and check out her resources :)

3 Micro Steps to Overcoming Mom-Anger: https://affable-silence-657.myflodesk.com/3microsteps

RESOURCE FOR PURCHASE: The Survival Bundle for The Christian Home: https://affable-silence-657.myflodesk.com/survivalbundle

Hey mamas! I really struggle with self-control. As I started to dig into the Word, commentaries, and other writings on the topic, my mind was RENEWED and ENCOURAGED. I pray this episode encourages you to ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any fleshly desires, repent, and allow the Holy Spirit to build up walls of protection for you from those fleshly desires. I share some amazing practical truths that I found to help with learning how to use the gift of self control. The most important thing to remember is that we CAN NOT practice self control out of our own will power. We NEED the Holy Spirit in us. Mamas, we receive the Holy Spirit through faith in Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit comes to dwell in us as soon as you confess with your mouth that Jesus Christ is Lord. I pray if you haven't done this already, you will. The Holy Spirit in us is powerful. He can help us overcome fleshly desires. Love you and praying for you. Links and bible verses are below :)

https://gospelspirituality.files.wordpress.com/2012/01/self-control-the-battle-against-22one-more22-by-ed-welch.pdf

https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/self-control-and-the-power-of-christ

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A wise man keeps himself under control. (Prov. 29:11) But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. (Gal. 5:23) Each of you should learn to control his body in a way that is holy and honorable, not in passionate lust like the heathen. (1 Thess. 4:4) Prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. (1 Pet. 1:13) Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. (1 Pet. 5:8) Make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control. (2 Pet. 1:6) “Like a city whose walls are broken down is a man who lacks self-control.” (Prov. 25:28).

Have you ever felt burnt out mama? If we are honest, I think we would all say yes. Have you walked through a season where you open your Bible to read, but you aren't really getting anything? My dear friend, Kristin, shares encouragement and wisdom to prevent burnout, to help if you are in the midst of burnout, and if you are walking through a dry season. Kristin is a Bible teacher and Bible Study author, and lives in California with her husband and daughter. She is most passionate about seeing others have a close relationship with God and learn to love the Bible and apply it to every area of their lives. Kristin also co-hosts the podcast, Abiding Free, a podcast that encourages women to pursue the freedom that Christ has promised. She holds a Master's in School Psychology and a Master's in Biblical Studies from Moody Bible Institute. This episode really encouraged and uplifted me and I pray it does that for all of you mamas as well. There are very practical rhythms that Kristin shares that would help us mamas in our day to day walk with the Lord. I can't wait for you to hear!

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Kristin Nave | All Things Bible🌿 (@shelovesbible) • Instagram photos and videos

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Abiding Free | Biblical Truth & Encouragement on Apple Podcasts

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What is your child's most desperate need? Is it the best education? The best teacher? The best sports team? The best job? No, none of these. Your child's most desperate need is the need of God's mercy. I was surprised to see that many parents in our culture believe that children are born inherently good. Unfortunately, this does not match with biblical truth. Our children, and us, are born sinners in need of being saved. I share from Paul David Tripp's Parenting book 6 steps that we need to take in conversations with our children to help them understand they are sinners in need of being saved. Why is this so crucial? Because if they don't ever recognize their sin, cry out for God's mercy, and receive His forgiveness and cleansing, they will spend eternity separated from Him. This is important mamas. I know it can be a hard conversation but it is vital. It would be unloving if we didn't talk to our children about sin. I am praying for each one of you and I pray this episodes stirs your mind and heart. I pray it encourages you. May we approach our children knowing that we also are in desperate need of God's mercy. Love you mamas.

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In this quick episode, I share the one promise that has brought me so much comfort as a mama walking through various trials with my health, my children, and more. Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to His purpose. I pray this episode encourages you mamas. Love you!

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Hey mamas! :) Have you ever felt inadequate when it comes to discipling your children? Maybe you aren't sure where to start? Did you know that our kids could have different worship styles? I'm joined by Christie Thomas for this episode and she discusses these questions and so much more. Christie is a mom and writer (children's books and devotionals) with over a decade of experience as a children's ministry director. Christie's website and social media is FILLED with encouragement and AMAZING practical tips on discipling your children in the faith. She believes that parents can confidently nurture deep faith and cultivate faith filled moments with their children. Mamas, Christie has A LOT of resources for us to help build our children's faith. Please check them out, check out her website, follow her on social media and more. We pray this episode blesses you!!!

Links for Christie's books, website, social media:

Website: https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littleshootsdeeproots/

Christie's books: https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/books/

Small group curriculum on family discipleship:  https://littleshootsdeeproots.com/product/family-discipleship-101-small-group-curriculum/

Sacred Pathways quiz (find out your child's worship style):  ⁠https://christiethomas.ck.page/a79d922d0e⁠

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Hey mamas :) In this short episode, I read the passage Exodus 17:8-13. In this passage, we see Moses interceding on Israel's behalf. He goes to the top of the mountain and every time his arms are up, Israel overcomes but everyone time his arms fall down, Amalek overcomes. Moses grows weary and Aaron and Hur help him hold his arms up. Mamas, take a quick listen how this passage encourages us mamas in our own motherhood and with our sisters in Christ. Love you and praying for you!

Homeschooling mamas, this is for you! :) I asked my dear friend, Tina, to come on the podcast to share tips and encouragement specifically for new homeschool mamas! Tina has been homeschooling for 9 years. She shares how homeschooling began, some tips to make it go smoother, biblical truths to encourage us mamas, and shares about child led homeschooling. It was so encouraging for ME to hear - I pray it encourages you too. If you have any questions on homeschooling, curriculum, organizational tips, or anything else please reach out to Tina!!! Tina also has a business called, She Creates Praising, that is biblically based and has a very sweet story behind it. Go check it out! :)

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https://www.instagram.com/setaparthomeschool/

https://www.instagram.com/shecreatespraising/

https://www.etsy.com/shop/shecreatespraising/?etsrc=sdt

https://bio.site/shecreatespraising

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