There are times when friendships go through hard times. Sometimes, they don’t last. Sometimes, gossip is to blame. Join Heidi today as she talks with Durenda about the blessings and struggles that mark every lasting friendship, and offer encouragement for women who are struggling in a friendship.

Romans 12:18 “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”  Have you been offended? Try everything to do what is right!

 

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Keep it Shut by Karen Ehman

Keep It Shutby Karen Ehman explores how to better control your tongue, knowing what to say and how to say it, and realizing when it is best to say nothing at all.

From Bible times to modern times women have struggled with their words. What to say and how to say it. What not to say. When it is best to remain silent. And what to do when you’ve said something you wish you could now take back. In this book a woman whose mouth has gotten her into loads of trouble shares the hows (and how-not-tos) of dealing with the tongue.

Beyond just a “how not to gossip” book, this book explores what the Bible says about the many ways we are to use our words and the times when we are to remain silent. Karen will cover using our speech to interact with friends, co-workers, family, and strangers as well as in the many places we use our words in private, in public, online, and in prayer. Even the words we say silently to ourselves. She will address unsolicited opinion-slinging, speaking the truth in love, not saying words just to people-please, and dealing with our verbal anger.

Christian women struggle with their mouths. Even though we know that Scripture has much to say about how we are—and are not—to use our words, this is still an immense issue, causing heartache and strain not only in family relationships, but also in friendships, work, and church settings.

 Friendship: Iron Sharpening Iron by June Hunt

“Make new friends but keep the old; one is silver and the other gold.” Perhaps you remember singing that song as a child. Friendships are indeed valuable, but sadly, some friendships are toxic. This 96-page Friendship book is packed with advice on friendship, including how to be a good friend, how to make new friends, how to spot the warning signs of unhealthy relationships (including codependency), and more.

Friendships for Grown-ups: What I Learned and Missed Along the Way by Lisa Whelchel

Do you long for a true friend?

“Isn’t that what we all want? To be seen, in all our glory, for better or worse, the good, the bad, and the ugly and still be embraced?”

If only such friendships were easy to find. And keep. For Lisa Whelchel and millions of others, friendship is a challenge. The vulnerability, trust, balance, grace, and time required to develop and maintain strong friendships do not come easily.

Girl Talk: Getting Past the Chit-Chat by Jen Hatmaker

Women are relational by design, but in the frenzy of everyday life friendships are often the first casualty on an overwhelming to-do list. Girl Talk helps explain 5 levels of communication that nurture intimacy. Reset your priorities while studying God’s design for community.

Ever wonder what makes friendships last through the seasons of life? Join Heidi today as she talks with Durenda about the blessings and struggles that mark every lasting friendship.

Ever wonder what makes friendships last through the seasons of life? Join Heidi today as she talks with Durenda about the blessings and struggles that mark every lasting friendship.

 

Friendship: Iron Sharpening Iron by June Hunt

“Make new friends but keep the old; one is silver and the other gold.” Perhaps you remember singing that song as a child. Friendships are indeed valuable, but sadly, some friendships are toxic. This 96-page Friendship book is packed with advice on friendship, including how to be a good friend, how to make new friends, how to spot the warning signs of unhealthy relationships (including codependency), and more.

Friendships for Grown-ups: What I Learned and Missed Along the Way by Lisa Whelchel

Do you long for a true friend?

“Isn’t that what we all want? To be seen, in all our glory, for better or worse, the good, the bad, and the ugly and still be embraced?”

If only such friendships were easy to find. And keep. For Lisa Whelchel and millions of others, friendship is a challenge. The vulnerability, trust, balance, grace, and time required to develop and maintain strong friendships do not come easily.

Keep it Shut by Karen Ehman

Keep It Shutby Karen Ehman explores how to better control your tongue, knowing what to say and how to say it, and realizing when it is best to say nothing at all.

From Bible times to modern times women have struggled with their words. What to say and how to say it. What not to say. When it is best to remain silent. And what to do when you’ve said something you wish you could now take back. In this book a woman whose mouth has gotten her into loads of trouble shares the hows (and how-not-tos) of dealing with the tongue.

Beyond just a “how not to gossip” book, this book explores what the Bible says about the many ways we are to use our words and the times when we are to remain silent. Karen will cover using our speech to interact with friends, co-workers, family, and strangers as well as in the many places we use our words in private, in public, online, and in prayer. Even the words we say silently to ourselves. She will address unsolicited opinion-slinging, speaking the truth in love, not saying words just to people-please, and dealing with our verbal anger.

Christian women struggle with their mouths. Even though we know that Scripture has much to say about how we are—and are not—to use our words, this is still an immense issue, causing heartache and strain not only in family relationships, but also in friendships, work, and church settings.

Today we’re asking a very important question: “What’s the RUSH?”  Children need time to be children—to explore and learn. Time … Continue reading An Unhurried Childhood →

Today we’re asking a very important question: “What’s the RUSH?”  Children need time to be children—to explore and learn. Time to be nurtured and loved.  Isaiah 40:11 says, “He tends His flock like a shepherd. He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart.  He gently leads those who have young.” Do we gently lead our young? Listen in and find out why Heidi and Durenda say, “Let them be little!”

 

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The Power of a Praying Parent by Stormie Omartian

After 20 years of raising her son and daughter alongside her husband, Michael, Stormie looks back at the trials and joys of parenting and the power in praying for her children. In these easy-to-read chapters, Stormie shares from personal experience as to how parents can pray for their kids’

* safety

* character development

* adolescence

* peer pressure

* school experiences

* friends

* relationship with God

This resource will help you to be an amazing praying parent whether your kids are three or thirty-three.

Don’t Make Me Count to Three by Ginger Hubbard

Do you find yourself threatening, repeating your instructions, or raising your voice in an attempt to get your children to obey? Are you discouraged because it seems you just can t reach the heart of your child? Through personal experience and the practical application of Scripture, Ginger Hubbard encourages and equips moms to reach past the outward behavior of their children and dive deeply into the issues of the heart. Ginger s candid approach will help moms move beyond the frustrations of not knowing how to handle issues of disobedience and into a confident, well-balanced approach to raising their children.

The 5 Love Languages of Children BY GARY CHAPMAN

Does your child speak a different language? Sometimes they wager for your attention, and other times they ignore you completely. Sometimes they are filled with gratitude and affection, and other times they seem totally indifferent. Attitude. Behavior. Development. Everything depends on the love relationship between you and your child. When children feel loved, they do their best. But how can you make sure your child feels loved?

Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know BY DR. MEG MEEKER

In today’s increasingly complicated world, it’s often difficult for parents to connect with their daughters–and especially so for fathers. In this unique and invaluable guide, Dr. Meg Meeker, a pediatrician with more than twenty years’ experience counseling girls, reveals that a young woman’s relationship with her father is far more important than we’ve ever realized. To become a strong, confident woman, a daughter needs her father’s attention, protection, courage, and wisdom. Dr.

Do you know a mom who needs encouragement with her toddler?  Hook her up with today’s episode of The Busy … Continue reading Got Toddlers? Be encouraged! →

Do you know a mom who needs encouragement with her toddler?  Hook her up with today’s episode of The Busy Mom Podcast!

Toddler taming. Sometimes it can be frustrating — but these precious years go by fast. Today, listen in as Heidi St. John and Durenda Wilson talk offer some advice and encouragement for moms in the middle of the season of toddlerhood.

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Resources for today’s podcast:

The Power of a Praying Parent by Stormie Omartian

After 20 years of raising her son and daughter alongside her husband, Michael, Stormie looks back at the trials and joys of parenting and the power in praying for her children. In these easy-to-read chapters, Stormie shares from personal experience as to how parents can pray for their kids’

* safety

* character development

* adolescence

* peer pressure

* school experiences

* friends

* relationship with God

This resource will help you to be an amazing praying parent whether your kids are three or thirty-three.

Don’t Make Me Count to Three by Ginger Hubbard

Do you find yourself threatening, repeating your instructions, or raising your voice in an attempt to get your children to obey? Are you discouraged because it seems you just can t reach the heart of your child? Through personal experience and the practical application of Scripture, Ginger Hubbard encourages and equips moms to reach past the outward behavior of their children and dive deeply into the issues of the heart. Ginger s candid approach will help moms move beyond the frustrations of not knowing how to handle issues of disobedience and into a confident, well-balanced approach to raising their children.

The 5 Love Languages of Children BY GARY CHAPMAN

Does your child speak a different language? Sometimes they wager for your attention, and other times they ignore you completely. Sometimes they are filled with gratitude and affection, and other times they seem totally indifferent. Attitude. Behavior. Development. Everything depends on the love relationship between you and your child. When children feel loved, they do their best. But how can you make sure your child feels loved?

Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know BY DR. MEG MEEKER

In today’s increasingly complicated world, it’s often difficult for parents to connect with their daughters–and especially so for fathers. In this unique and invaluable guide, Dr. Meg Meeker, a pediatrician with more than twenty years’ experience counseling girls, reveals that a young woman’s relationship with her father is far more important than we’ve ever realized. To become a strong, confident woman, a daughter needs her father’s attention, protection, courage, and wisdom. Dr. Meeker shares the ten secrets every father needs to know in order to strengthen or rebuild bonds with his daughter and shape her life–and his...

Is there a difference between education models? As the classical model (Greek) of education rises, it’s important to keep Jesus … Continue reading Information Overload: Hearing God’s Heart for Your Homeschool →

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Is there a difference between education models? As the classical model (Greek) of education rises, it’s important to keep Jesus at the center of education. Is there a difference between educational models? I think so!  We’re talking about educational models today—join us!  Know your options, parents—but even more important—ask God what HE wants you to do with your children.  Spirit led homeschooling will not leave homeschooling parents exhausted and overwhelmed.

 

No matter what you have been told about “benign” education, the Bible says education is anything but benign. Education involves the imparting of ideologies, beliefs and values to a student. Much more than math—education is material for life.  It is never neutral!  Join Heidi today as she talks about importance of knowing WHO is educating your children and WHY it matters!

 Resources for today’s podcast:

Homeschool Legal Defense Association

Concerns Over Common Core (Institute for Excellence in Writing)

Eight Problems with Common Core (Washington Post)

The Busy Homeschool Mom’s Guide to Daylight: Managing Your Days through the Homeschool Years by Heidi St. John

Do you need encouragement and fresh ideas for your homeschool day? Help is on the way!

Tick Tock, Tick Tock…

Can you hear it? Are you “burning daylight?” If you have ever experienced a series of days, weeks or even months when you felt like you just could NOT get on top of all you had to do, you are not alone. Juggling homeschooling and homemaking can be challenging—or so we’ve heard!

Whether you’re struggling with managing your day, or simply looking for encouragement and fresh ideas for tackling your list of things to do, you will enjoy hearing from the heart of busy homeschool mom of seven, wife and author, Heidi St. John.

You’ll laugh out loud, learn some of Heidi’s favorite tips on everything from home organization to meal preparation, and discover how you can homeschool in freedom and joy.

Are you ready to be encouraged? Then join Heidi in discovering that real moms sometimes serve cereal for dinner—and live to write about it!

Educating the Whole Hearted Child

by Clay and Sally Clarkson  Since 1994, Educating the WholeHearted Child has been a trusted guide for thousands of homeschooling families. This extensively revised and expanded third edition provides a solid biblical foundation for educating and nurturing your children’s hearts, minds, and soul.

Pocketful of Pinecones

Karen Andreola,

Much more than math—education is material for life. It is never neutral!

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