The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith

Adri stood at the crossroads of passion and purpose. Trained as an educator and ministry leader, she poured herself into her work, believing she could do it all. However.... When the constant juggling between career and motherhood left her feeling stretched thin and missing precious moments with her children, God called her to pause and pivot.

In surrender, Adri discovered that home was not a place of lesser calling, but a sacred ministry. Through laundry loads, kitchen tables, and daily lessons, she learned that discipling her children was a work with eternal value. 

Today, Adri shares her journey of letting go, learning to be fully present, and finding contentment right where God has her. Her story is a gentle reminder that even in the ordinary rhythms of motherhood, God is shaping hearts—our children’s and our own.

🌹  Previous Episodes of Similar Content

The Mom Next Door Ep. 142 with Amy Debrucque - "Courage and Confidence for Women"

   •    https://youtu.be/m-EhN84KEKQ?si=9Viv0XckrNrKuFwX

The Mom Next Door Ep. 145 with Tabitha Deller - "Fruitful Motherhood"

   •    https://youtu.be/KgmeFcECMYQ?si=WB-R2BGTPkyYD_Cx

The Mom Next Door Ep. 201 with Lee Ann Mancini - "Instilling Biblical Worldview: A Call to Proactive Parenting"

   •    https://youtu.be/7a2qCgyuF6Q?si=dOAsvLus6QNHE4cW

🌹 Connect with Adri

Website

   •   http://GarlandstoGrace.com

Facebook

   •   https://www.facebook.com/garlandstograce

Instagram

   •   https://www.instagram.com/garlandstograce/

🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next Door

Website:

   • https://www.tendingfields.net/

Facebook:

   • https://www.facebook.com/TendingFields

Instagram:

   • https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/

💛 Support Tending Fields:

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Sometimes it pours! Going back to school, a cancer diagnosis, and the pain of estrangement from a child. In the middle of chaos, exhaustion, and unanswered prayers, God’s grace met Michelle. 

At her lowest points, Michelle was led to release emotional burdens and trust Jesus with what she couldn’t fix. Now, she is sharing her story to encourage mothers walking through heartbreak and uncertainty, reminding us all that God’s comfort is ever-present, even when life can’t be wrapped up in a tidy bow.

Today’s show is filled with real hope, raw faith, and the assurance that, no matter what storms may come, you are never alone.

🌹  Previous Episodes of Similar Content

The Mom Next Door Ep. 94 with Dawn Marasco -"Peace in the Broken Places”

   •    https://youtu.be/OPu24eCNSqk?si=CNJWJUg_xScR_VJ1

The Mom Next Door Ep. 120 with Kathryn Powell - Persevering Faith""

   •    https://youtu.be/wSwx3KO26uE?si=rQ1Jaf6aMyTq1WFb

The Mom Next Door Ep. 128 with Ronda Werre - "What Do You Believe?"

   •    https://youtu.be/lMa9eHRqLMg?si=Zo2aYvrXuJepLHb1

🌹 Connect with Michelle

Website

   •   https://www.michellethooft.com/

Facebook

   •   https://www.facebook.com/michelle.thooft

Instagram

   •   https://www.instagram.com/michellethooftbooks/

TikTok

   •   https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle.thooft

Linktree

   •   http://linktr.ee/michellethooft

Make sure to get Michelle’s book! (Contains affiliate link)

A River Runs Through Us: What Remains After Life Breaks Open

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🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next Door

Website:

   • https://www.tendingfields.net/

Facebook:

   • https://www.facebook.com/TendingFields

Instagram:

   • https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/

💛 Support Tending Fields:

   • https://donorbox.org/tending-fields

In this episode of "The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith," guest Rhonda Stoppe reflects on the lessons she's learned from studying the mothers of the Bible. She challenges the myth that a mother's success is determined by her children's choices, and shares practical insight on handling mom guilt, comparison, and prodigal children. Highlighting fearless, flawed, and faithful biblical moms—including Rahab, Esther, Rebecca, Naomi, and unnamed women—Rhonda encourages listeners to focus on daily faithfulness, embrace mentorship, and trust God's work beyond what they can see. Her stories and biblical wisdom offer hope that ordinary, imperfect mothers can make an extraordinary impact.

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The Mom Next Door Ep. 203 with Rachel G. Scott - "The Courage to Leap: Embracing God's Call"

   •    https://youtu.be/we043xmPSXE?si=GzNn1ED9rdJ8mRgL 

The Mom Next Door Ep. 190 with Kelly Hall - "Trusting in God's Plan: A Mother's Journey of Faith and Surrender"

   •    https://youtu.be/6SMHjTHTV6Q?si=Ec-ruWflGMqj9xZw 

The Mom Next Door Ep. 13 with Rachel Risner - "Saying “Yes” to God"

   •    https://youtu.be/sHjKToOoS7U?si=2IHL-FaV5leku0Z3

🌹 Association of Certified Biblical Counselors

   • https://biblicalcounseling.com/

🌹 Connect with Rhonda

Website

   •   http://NoRegretswoman.com 

Podcast (Old Ladies Know Stuff)

   •   https://www.rhondastoppe.com/old-ladies-know-stuff-podcast/ 

Facebook

   •   https://www.facebook.com/NoRegretsWoman 

Instagram

   •   https://www.instagram.com/rhondastoppe/ 

YouTube (Old Ladies Know Stuff)

   •   https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEo3Q28uMAgFF9JaCmn4OCXMEPigAEj29&si=kLZaz4RF95ey0QJi

Make sure to get Rhonda’s books! (Contains affiliate links)

Moms of the Bible: Life-Changing Lessons from the Fearless, Flawed, and Faithful

   • https://amzn.to/4eYR2jB 

Moms Raising Sons to Be Men: Guiding Them Toward Their Purpose and Passion

   • https://amzn.to/42T80sl 

The Marriage Mentor: Becoming the Couple You Long to Be

   • https://amzn.to/4ummzAu

🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next Door

Website:

   • https://www.tendingfields.net/

Facebook:

   • https://www.facebook.com/TendingFields

Instagram:

   • https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/

💛 Support Tending Fields:

   • https://donorbox.org/tending-fields

Andrea always dreamed of motherhood, but reality brought unexpected challenges and self-doubt. Struggling with frustration, she turned to faith, counseling, and community to find hope and healing. Now, she shares her story to encourage moms feeling overwhelmed, reminding them that it’s okay to ask for help, care for themselves, and trust God in every season.

Her journey offers practical wisdom for finding spiritual nourishment, building supportive connections, and letting go of perfection. Andrea’s message reassures every mom: you are not alone, and God is faithfully walking with you through every stage of motherhood.

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The Mom Next Door Ep. 84 with Angie Smuin - "Intentional Motherhood"

   •    https://youtu.be/Y3mbPoRMXTg?si=nFFNvO8mgFUP_hY0 

The Mom Next Door Ep. 65 with Rachel Risner - "Overcoming Overwhelm"

   •    https://youtu.be/lpYBWevmR0o?si=j2nNfk7aqAVdJus- 

The Mom Next Door Ep. 51 with Gretchen Rodriguez - "Mommy Needs Jesus Time"

   •    https://youtu.be/gmcUivnygx4?si=WjleR2aQ42_uBvaG 

🌹 Connect with Andrea

Website (Andrea)

   •   https://www.andreafortenberry.com/ 

Website (MomCo)

   •   https://www.themom.co/home 

Facebook (Andrea)

   •   https://www.facebook.com/dreabfortenberry 

Facebook (MomCo)

   •   https://www.facebook.com/momcobymops 

Instagram (Andrea)

   •   https://www.instagram.com/andreafortenberry/ 

Instagram (MomCo)

   •   https://www.instagram.com/themomco_/

Make sure to get Andrea’s book! (Contains affiliate link)

Two-Minute Time Outs for New Moms: 100 Devotions for Weary and Wonderful Days

   • https://amzn.to/4uxMF3Q 

🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next Door

Website:

   • https://www.tendingfields.net/

Facebook:

   • https://www.facebook.com/TendingFields

Instagram:

   • https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/

💛 Support Tending Fields:

   • https://donorbox.org/tending-fields

Whether you’re navigating career pivots, family challenges, or major life changes, we hope this testimony encourages you to trust in the journey and lean into faith and community.

3 Key Takeaways:

— Unexpected setbacks can open new doors. The Phillips’  financial crisis led them to create a hospitality business that has become a source of blessing for their family and many guests.

— Community matters. Daniela and her family were deeply supported by people they had never met, through prayer and staying with them, which helped sustain their business through hard times.

— Faith anchors us through uncertainty. Even after a traumatic car accident and recovery, the Phillips saw God’s goodness at every turn—even when the outcomes weren’t what they expected.

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The Mom Next Door Ep. 208 with Sheila Preston Fitzgerald - "Finding Hope in the Hopeless"

   •    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOn73PN-Tw0

The Mom Next Door Ep. 165 with Rana McIntyre - "Triumph Over Trauma"

   •    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeZAKRN7ZOM

The Mom Next Door Ep. 140 with Brittany Gilchrist - "The Miracle Wins!"

   •    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f0B3X2l-PZA

🌹 Connect with Daniela

Website

   •   https://milkandhoneyranch.com

Instagram

   •   https://www.instagram.com/milkandhoneyranch/

Facebook

   •   https://www.facebook.com/milkandhoneyranchtx 

🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next Door

Website:

   • https://www.tendingfields.net/

Facebook:

   • https://www.facebook.com/TendingFields

Instagram:

   • https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/

💛 Support Tending Fields:

   • https://donorbox.org/tending-fields

Sydney Anne Bennett’s life changed overnight when a sudden illness brought disability just weeks after her wedding. Facing profound isolation and grief, she struggled to find hope in a world that often overlooks hidden suffering.

This is a candid story of navigating marriage, motherhood, and disability. Sydney testifies as to how God’s strength met her in weakness. Her example encourages us to embrace our brokenness, break the silence around invisible struggles, and trust that God is weaving redemption through every chapter of our lives. Sydney’s heart for others shines as she reminds listeners: even in our most broken places, we remain fearfully and wonderfully made—held by a faithful God who brings hope out of suffering.

🌹 Previous Conversations about Similar Topics

The Mom Next Door Ep. 233 with Susanne Murphy - "Listening with Love: Practical Tools for Supporting the Brokenhearted" • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RgX87yGA44

The Mom Next Door Ep. 234 with Lisa Woolery - "When Your Life Changes Forever: The Widow’s Comeback"

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PVvojTNMOA

🌹 Connect with Sydney

Facebook • https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082161519812

Instagram

• https://www.instagram.com/the.annegirl/

YouTube

• https://www.youtube.com/@the.annegirl

Make sure to get Sydney's book! (Contains affiliate link)

Fearfully and Wonderfully Broken: Fighting for Faith When You're Falling Apart • https://amzn.to/4bKhavC

🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next DoorWebsite: • https://www.tendingfields.net/Facebook: • https://www.facebook.com/TendingFieldsInstagram: • https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/💛 Support Tending Fields:

• https://donorbox.org/tending-fields

Jill Chapman returns to The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith, sharing how God has walked with her through uncertainty, answered prayers, and unexpected struggles. From her journey as a mom, grandma, teacher, and author, Jill shares with us about wrestling with faith, questioning God during hard times, and learning to trust Him more deeply.

Inspired by the story of John the Baptist, Jill is encouraging us to welcome our questions as a path to stronger faith, lean into community, and remember God’s faithful works in our lives. Her honest reflections remind us that everyone faces hills and valleys, but God remains trustworthy through it all!

🌹 Previous Episodes of Similar Content

The Mom Next Door Ep. 209 with Jill Chapman - "Faith, Education and Motherhood"

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6prN-S1rkJM

The Mom Next Door Ep. 214 with Joan C. Benson - "Look Up! Persevering Under Trial"

• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXNzCbnD47c🌹

Connect with Jill

Website • http://AuthorJillChapman.comFacebook

• https://www.facebook.com/jill.chapman.9

Instagram

• https://www.instagram.com/author_jill_chapman/

Make sure to get Jill's books! (Contains affiliate links)

The Bomb Squad • https://amzn.to/4v8qGl6

Off the Grid: The Bomb Squad Book 2 • https://amzn.to/4bXOTSm

Seaside SOS: The Bomb Squad Book 3 • https://amzn.to/3Odl0W8

🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next Door

Website:

• https://www.tendingfields.net/

Facebook:

• https://www.facebook.com/TendingFields

Instagram:

• https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/

💛 Support Tending Fields: • https://donorbox.org/tending-fields

Ann’s life has been shaped by decades of motherhood, international missions, and a vibrant family legacy spanning generations. As a seasoned homeschool mom, grandmother, and a passionate advocate for Mission-Minded Families, Ann faced the bittersweet transition to empty nesting with faith, intentionality, and prayer.

Today, we are talking about generational shifts, family culture, spiritual rhythms, and the beauty of honoring our grown children’s unique paths. Through scripture, practical wisdom, and real-life stories, Ann reminds us that God’s call is for every season of life—and that prayer and grace carry us as our families grow and change.

Ann shares her journey to encourage moms and grandmas navigating transitions, boundaries, and the art of letting go. Dive in for inspiration on trusting God, nurturing relationships, and stepping joyfully into your next mission.

🌹  Previous Conversations with Ann

The Mom Next Door Ep. 19 - "Mission Minded Motherhood"

   • https://youtu.be/zjJ8XPUzfK0?si=mZv1nkvdNi0lX0Ih

The Mom Next Door Ep. 164 -  "The Joy Factor: Discovering Happiness and Abundant Life"

   • https://youtu.be/zjJ8XPUzfK0?si=mZv1nkvdNi0lX0Ih

🌹 Connect with Ann

Website:

   • https://www.missionmindedfamilies.org

Facebook:

   •https://www.facebook.com/anndunagan

Facebook Group (Mission Minded Women):

   •https://www.facebook.com/groups/580355072027609

Instagram

   • https://www.instagram.com/anndunagan/

Make sure to get Ann's books! (Contains affiliate links)

Mission-Minded Families: Saying "Yes!" to Jesus and God's Great Commission

   • https://amzn.to/4lKKhDi

The Whole World Needs Jesus: Coloring Book 

   • https://amzn.to/4bI25dZ

🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next Door

Website:

   • https://www.tendingfields.net/

Facebook:

   • https://www.facebook.com/TendingFields

Instagram:

   • https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/

Meet Mollie Kramer, a young mom whose journey has inspired many on Instagram. Mollie shares how her faith deepened through an unexpected and challenging pregnancy, as she and her husband faced difficult medical diagnoses for their daughter Lucy—and chose hope over fear, despite advice to terminate. From learning to advocate for her child to building resilience and embracing motherhood’s surprises, Mollie’s story is a powerful testament to perseverance and trusting God's promises.🌹 Previous Conversations about Similar TopicsThe Mom Next Door Ep. 56 with Kailey Kuenzi - "Matteo's Story" • https://youtu.be/uWBpMQDLH1c?si=f2sdCtr-bXPvi8J6The Mom Next Door Ep. 15 with Sara Allen - "Joyfully Living with Spina Bifida - Part 1" • https://youtu.be/ZM0ReuA4McA?si=txBf64Dbojuslbx7🌹 Connect with MollieInstagram • https://www.instagram.com/molliebkramer/🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next DoorWebsite: • https://www.tendingfields.net/Facebook: • https://www.facebook.com/TendingFieldsFacebook Mom's Group: • https://www.facebook.com/groups/tendingfieldsInstagram: • https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/💛 Support Tending Fields: • https://donorbox.org/tending-fields

Chris Bovill’s story begins on a busy New Zealand dairy farm, surrounded by six children, where faith and family are at the heart of everything she does. In this episode, Chris joins Pam Fields to share how God’s truth has carried her through the challenges of motherhood, homeschooling, and rural life.

Facing harsh words spoken over her as a child, Chris found hope and healing by anchoring herself in scripture. From creative family fun nights to practical ways of keeping the Word present in her home, Chris reveals how God meets us in both the messy and joyful moments of everyday life.🌹 Previous Conversations about Similar TopicsThe Mom Next Door Ep. 13 with Rachel Risner - "Saying "Yes" to God" • https://youtu.be/sHjKToOoS7U?si=5_6pohpW1Uup75uTThe Mom Next Door Ep. 209 with Jill Chapman - "Faith, Education, and Motherhood" • https://youtu.be/6prN-S1rkJM?si=rzvvLBPlSahN-K3E🌹 Connect with ChrisWebsite: • https://www.chrisbovill.comFacebook: • https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090393608205Instagram • https://www.instagram.com/flourishwithchrisbovill4544Make sure to get Chris' books! (Contains affiliate links)Flourish: Sixty Devotions to Refresh Your Heart • https://amzn.to/4b3gkuLWonder: Sixty Devotions to Inspire Your Heart • https://amzn.to/4llVLgt🌹 Connect with Pam, the Mom Next DoorWebsite: • https://www.tendingfields.net/Facebook: • https://www.facebook.com/TendingFieldsInstagram: • https://www.instagram.com/tendingfields/