The Biblical Mom-alogue

Tune in to find out what led me to start The Biblical Mom-alogue Podcast. On this episode I share my testimony about how I had a life changing encounter with God, and I share six things I believe will help your walk with the Lord. If you are struggling the responsibilities of motherhood, dealing with things from your past, or struggling right now please listen to this episode. I am praying for you this week, friend! Turning Point devotions - https://www.davidjeremiah.org/. Proverbs 31 Encouragement for Today Devotions - https://proverbs31.org/read/devotions

What was it really like when Jesus was born? As a mother, do you ever wonder what Mary’s role really was? Find out as I read an excerpt from John MacArthur’s book, God’s Gift of Christmas.

Christa Spaeth is a wife, mom of two boys, an unexpected author of two books and podcaster! She's also a woman ignited with a burning passion to walk in the rhythm of God's plan, each day. Back in 2022, she took a bold step, bidding goodbye to her long-standing career as a Registered Dietitian at a high-profile food manufacturing company. It wasn't an easy step, but it was a step of faith - one that led her closer to the purpose God had for her: encouraging others through Christ. Christa is a foodie and an avid traveler with only two more continents to visit! Christa's Books are available on Amazon or at Christa Joy Ministries website.

Powerful Whispers Devotional. Amazon link https://a.co/d/2BTdofJ

A Busy Mom's Prayer Journal. Amazon Link https://a.co/d/0jtiDaG

Website: www.christajoyministries.com/books

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In this episode I had a very powerful conversation with my friend Julie Neils on confronting the enemy’s lies. She breaks down the three top methods Satan uses to keep us from parenting our children from freedom in Christ. We discuss how the church and society often mislabel them or even give in to them, and how we as Christian moms can refute these lies. She shares so much insight in this episode that you might want to take notes!

More about Julie:

Julie Neils served as Focus on the Family’s Public Policy Information Manager where she managed strategic and day to day media relations operations. She later went on to advise other ministry leaders, policy makers and authors on effective media relations and communication strategies. Julie is passionate about encouraging others to know, speak and live truth. A homeschooling mother to six children, you can find her holding fast to a good latte and a great book — preferably biographies or nonfiction pertaining to World War II. You can find Julie on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/juliemartindale.neils?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Please join me in welcoming LaCinda Halls! She is a wife of 20 years to Nathan and mom of two children: Kyler, a smart, strong, water-polo playing college student at Fresno State, and Thomas, currently a partially mainstreamed nonverbal high school student who can pass gas on demand and is on the Autism Spectrum.

Lacinda talks about the age her son was when he was diagnosed with autism, and some of the symptoms, emotions, struggles, and adjustments she needed to make as a result.

We discuss practical areas of parenting a special needs child, as well as honesty with God through it all. If you are a special needs mom, Lacinda has a message for you. If you are not a special needs mom, this message is still for you!

About LaCinda: She loves vegetable gardening, watching British television shows, and sharing her love of the Bible with people of all ages. The love of God is for all His children, NO EXCEPTIONS! This truth continues to grow clearer to her as she loves and cares for Thomas. When not speaking, writing, or teaching, she hangs out with her family in her 70’s ranch-style house in Visalia, California.

Of course, LaCinda shares her favorite mom tip for Christmas, so you will not want to miss this conversation!

You can find LaCinda on Facebook at:

https://www.facebook.com/lacindahalls

and Instagram at:

https://www.instagram.com/lacindahalls

or on her website at: https://www.lacindahalls.com/

Sprinkle slivered almonds

Candied pecans

Apricots

Honey & Hot Sauce

Arrange cheese on tray. Sprinkle slivered almonds, candied pecans and apricots on top of the cheese. Drizzle hot honey over top.

Judith McNees is a wife to Doug, mother to seven children, and contemporary Christian romance author. She shares about how the Lord met her in her struggles with parenting, her own physical pain, and a change in their place of worship. God used his church of committed Christians in various encounters to show Judith he didn’t promise an easy life but he will always help her through it. It’s an incredible testimony and near and dear to my heart as I was adopted, and my parents were foster parents early in my life. You won’t want to miss Judith’s testimony! It brings forward the truth that God never leaves his children, and can even call one of them to pursue his lost sheep.

Have you ever thought about your home as a place of refuge for children? That's just what Amy Heeter and her husband, Wes created. Amy and Wes have been married for 25 years. They have two adult children, and several other children have been grafted into their family through various circumstances. Amy and Wes have made their home in central Ohio after residing in Granger, IN for a number of years. Amy has worn many hats as a mother, including being a stay at home/homeschooling mom, a Children’s Director at her local church for eight years, and most recently as a teacher and Preschool Director at a Christian school. The Lord has used Amy and her family in a mighty way for children as they have continually surrendered their hearts and home to him. They have become a safe haven for their children’s friends, kids at their local church, and they also consider a foreign exchange student an essential part of their family. Amy has been a living example of motherhood as she allows God to move through her in each encounter and opportunity to share her heart and home. I can’t wait for you to hear her story!

My guest this week, Tracy Schaller reflects on a time when she was faced with the reality of how tightly she was holding her children. She openly and honestly shares how this took place how she responded.

Tracy has been married to her husband Mark for 34 years. They have 7 children between the ages of 15-30, a 4-year-old grandson and a new grand baby due at the end of February 2024.

Some of Tracy's favorite things are spending time with family, playing with their dogs, catching up with friends via coffee dates or pie and tea, taking walks, reading, camping, and just chilling at home.

Tracy references the mission organization YWAM, and you can find out more about them here

Youth With A Mission — To know God and to make Him known (ywam.org)

Scripture passages discussed in this episode:

Psalm 56:3-4 - "When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I shall not be afraid. What can flesh do to me?"

Isaiah 35:4 - "Say to those who have an anxious heart, 'Be strong; fear not! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, with the recompense of God. He will come and save you."

Daniel 11:32 - "He shall seduce with flattery those who violate the covenant, but the people who know their God shall stand firm and take action."

Ephesians 6:10 - "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might."

*We had a few internet glitches, so there may be a pause here and there, but we do come back. I promise!

My guest on this episode is Nadia Vanecko. Nadia grew up in Brazil and moved to the United States when she met and married her husband, Mike. They have three children - Joshua, Damaris, and Caleb. Nadia shares about a time she received a very clear message from the Lord when she and her husband were at a crossroads with their children's schooling. This message is for you too, as the Lord cares deeply for you, your children, and everything you face as a family.

We chat about biblical parenting, and Nadia shares some awesome home remedies (recipes below!).

Nadia loves the beach, gardening, and cleaning.

You can find Nadia on Facebook at

Brazilian Chicken Dish:

2 Rotisserie chickens

2-16 oz pkgs shredded carrots

2-16 oz packages long green beans

Half jar olives diced.

1 large onion, diced.

4 cloves garlic, diced.

8 oz parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon butter

Mayonnaise

1 lb shredded potatoes (these will cover the entire dish when it’s comes out of the oven)

Heat oven to 350. Shred the chicken. Saute the onion, garlic, and olives in the butter. Add the shredded chicken. Mix the 4 oz parmesan cheese with mayonnaise and add to the mixture. Stir well. Place chicken mixture in the oven and bake for 10 minutes or until veggies are tender. While the chicken is cooking, heat oil in a skillet and fry shredded potatoes in batches until brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel. Finish with the remaining parmesan cheese and crispy shredded potatoes. Enjoy