Silly Sheep

Spiritual Growth in the Little Years


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Motherhood in the early years can feel repetitive, exhausting, and even spiritually dry—but what if this season is actually rich with opportunity for deep growth?


In this episode, we talk about how God is at work in the unseen, ordinary moments of motherhood. True spiritual growth isn’t always found in big breakthroughs, but often in the quiet, daily faithfulness of raising little ones. Like anything meaningful, growth is usually slow, steady, and formed over time—not instant or flashy. 


If you’ve ever felt stuck, unseen, or like you’re “not growing,” this episode will gently reframe your perspective and encourage your heart.


 In This Episode…

  • Why the “little years” are not a pause in your spiritual growth
  • How God uses mundane, everyday moments to shape your heart
  • The lie that you need more time, space, or perfection to grow spiritually
  • What faithfulness looks like in the middle of diapers, dishes, and distractions
  • How to shift your mindset from frustration to formation


You’ll Learn…

  • How to recognize spiritual growth in ordinary motherhood moments
  • Simple ways to stay connected to God in a busy season
  • Why slow growth is still real growth
  • Encouragement for when you feel unseen or spiritually stagnant
  • How God is forming you just as much as you are raising your children


 Encouragement for Moms…

Spiritual growth in motherhood often looks small—but it is not insignificant. Every act of patience, every whispered prayer, and every moment of surrender is shaping your heart in lasting ways.


You may not see it now, but God is doing deep work in you—right in the middle of these little years.


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Resources/ Links:

Domestic Monastery - book

Liturgy of the Ordinary- book


Scripture mentioned: 

Matthew 25:40

Colossians 3:23-24

Psalm 127:3-4

Isaiah 40:11

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Silly SheepBy Amanda Skinner & Ashley Skinner Hassel