The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith

In the midst of heartache and betrayal, Jody had been caught in the grip of her husband's pornography addiction. In her vulnerability, she turned to her faith for strength and guidance. Now, Jody openly shares her journey of finding healing and restoration, shedding light on the impact of addiction and the unwavering support of God through it all. There is power through faith in overcoming the trials of life and the hope that emerges when facing the darkest moments.

Connect with Jody through her website JodyAllenWrites.com or on Facebook @Jodyallenwrites or Instagram@Jodyallenwrites

Resources mentioned today (affiliate links):

The Teens Guide to Social Media

Terms of Service, by Chris Martin

Related podcast episodes

#153 No Longer Silent: Hope After Rejection and Betrayal with guest Cheri McKeag

#86 Sober Minded Media with guest Chris Martin

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You can also chat with Pam on Instagram @TendingFields.

#courageouswomen #standingstrong #faithfulGod #boundaries #pornographyaddiction #christianmarriage

Kelli Ellis opens up about the scars of her childhood, from growing up with an alcoholic father and a mother with bipolar disorder to experiencing a traumatic event at a young age. She shares how she lost faith in God, struggled with anger, and faced the overwhelming challenge of parenting. Through her journey to healing, Kelli found hope and strength in her faith. Now, as a Christian licensed therapist, she offers her story as a beacon of hope for all who are weighed down by past trauma.

You can find Kelli at DiscoveringHopeCounseling.org

She is also on Facebook at Kelli Ellis

or you can email her at [email protected]

If you want to join Pam's community, please find it on Facebook at Tending Fields Mom's Group. You can also connect with Pam over on Instagram @TendingFields or at the website TendingFields.net

#FaithJourney #SpiritualHealing #ForgivenessWins #EmotionalWellness #TherapyWorks #ResilientMoms #OvercomingAdversity #ChristianCounseling #GodsHealing

Sandra lived in what she called, a self-inflicted prison. The scars of her childhood carried into her adult years and overwhelmed her. In her brokenness she called out to the Lord in surrender and He heard her cry.

Now, Sandra shares her story of hope to remind others of God's power to break the chains of anything that weighs us down.

Follow Sandra's website, SandraJonesSpeaks.com or over on Instagram @sjspeaks24 or on Facebook @Sandra Jones Speaks.

You can also hear her interviewed on the No More Running Podcast.

If you are looking for a community of women to share your heart and be encouraged, join Pam and her friends on Tending Fields Mom's Group on Facebook or @TendingFields on Instagram.

#shareyourstory #freedominchrist #brokenandbeautiful #spiritualbattle #testimonytime #prisonernomore

Most of us start our parenting journey with an infant and we learn along with them, the lessons of motherhood and even more about God. But what would it be like to leapfrog straight into parenting at the teen years? Kristi did just that. Today she shares the journey of God's refining work in her life as she and her husband were placed into the role of parents overnight. We chat about unpredictable life changes, adjusting to expectations, loneliness in motherhood and God's good plan for our lives.

You can find Kristi at 1momentwiser.com or on X, YouTube, Instagram @1momentwiser or Facebook.

Make sure to find her book (affiliate link) Wisdom Better Than Wishing and Surviving Divorce at 3 am.

For more community support, Join Tending Fields Mom's Group on Facebook or come say "Hi" to Pam on Instagram @TendingFields.

#parentingteens #fostercare #flexibleparenting #lonlelymom #alwaysaboundingintheworkofthelord

Ruthie Gray treasured her mothering years and found joy in seeing her children reach new stages of independence. As her kids started leaving the home, she was excited for them but also felt the reality of the end of an era. Her commitment to working herself out of a job was evident as her children left home for college, signaling the end of a long era of raising and homeschooling her kids.

Join us in this conversation about the journey of self-discovery, renewed purpose, and finding joy in the unexpected paths that lie ahead.

Find Ruthie at RuthieGray.com or on Instagram@ruthie_gray_author

She is also on Facebook at Authentic Online Marketing

Check out the book Empty Nest Awakening on Amazon (affiliate link)

Follow Pam on Instagram @TendingFields and join us over on Facebook @TendingFields Mom's Group.

#emptynest #seasonsoflife #titus2 #daretodream #middleage #christianparenting #motherhood #homeschoolmom

Let's kick off the new year as Rachel Baker and Pam share

Rachel helps women focus on reclaiming their time and effectively balance the demands of life to serve God's call.

RachelDBaker.com will be the best place to get started.

Check out the Podcast, Create Some Breathing Room

Find her on Instagram @Rachel.D.Baker and

Facebook @RachelBaker

A resource mentioned today:

You're Already Amazing, by Holley Gerth (affliliate link)

The Purpose of Hobbies podcast with Holley Gerth

join Pam on Instagram @TendingFields or on Facebook at Tending Fields Mom's Group

Despite facing challenges in her childhood and as a teen mother, Kim found redemption and healing through her faith. She is here to share her story of breaking the cycle and using our own stories to minister to others.

How has your faith played a role in moments of struggle and how have you found redemption in difficult circumstances? May you be inspired to use your pain in a new way as you embrace God given opportunities to love the people around you.

Find Kim on her website KimDotson.com

She is also on Youtube and Instagram @NDNauthor60

Come join us on the Tending Fields Mom's Group on Facebook for some mom chat and encouragement.

#thedifferenceischrist #redemption #christianparenting #stormsoflife #graceandforgiveness

Please join us for a meaningful conversation about faith, family, and making a difference in the world. Pam and Bill Farrel are the authors of 60 books designed to strengthen the reader's faith.

Today, let's discuss the influence of age, the importance of finding balance in ministry and family life, and the traits of women who want to make a difference.

Hop on over to Pam's website Love-Wise.com or find her on Instagram @lovewise62, on Facebook at Pam Farrel Author or at Bill and Pam Farrel

Life In the Estrogen Free Zone (19 boy mom contributors)

Men Are Like Waffles-- Women Are Like Spaghetti

Pure Pleasure

Women of Influence

The 10 Best Decisions Every Parent Can Make

Are you looking for a mom community to encourage you? Please join Pam Fields and her friends on Facebook at Tending Fields Mom's Group.

#womenofinfluence #balancingministry #titus2 #mentormoms #raisingsons #boymombook #raisingfutureleaders #beadifferencemaker #christianparenting #encouragementformoms

Julie Seals' life took a turn when she found herself living as a fugitive in Mexico, addicted to alcohol and methamphetamine. She had lost custody of her son and her father had passed away. On top of it all, her leg had been amputated due to a complication from being born with spina bifida. Despite these hardships, with God, Julie turned her life around and overcame her addiction. She now shares her story to inspire others.

Connect with Julie through her website JulieSeals.com or on Facebook at Julie Seals Ministry and on Instagram @Julie_Seals

The book, All My Hope: A Prisoner No More is available now (affiliate link)

For some mom chat and support, join the Facebook group, Tending Fields Mom's Group.

If you are the mother of a prodigal, please visit Hurting Moms, Mending Hearts.

Additional episodes that may interest you:

#71 Hurting Moms, Mending Hearts with Cathy Taylor

#20 New Life In Christ: From Childhood Trauma to Transformed with guest, Kaylie Colnar

#33 Serving Jesus After an Abortion Decision with Nancy Knowlton

#59 Breaking the Cycle! New Life in Christ with guest, Caitlin

#83 Prodigal Parenting with Amy Oberg

#109 A Changed Life with Heather Stover

#115 Living Far Above with Denise Warnick

#themomnextdoor #prisonministry #addiction #recovery #thereisagod #testimonytime #newlifeinchrist #herhope #prodigalparenting

In past episodes I have interviewed many mothers with special needs children but today, I'm interviewing a wife. Melinda and Kevin have raised two children together, despite living with Cerebral Palsy. We pray that this conversation is an encouragement to you no matter what situation you are facing.

Both Melinda and Kevin live lives that exemplify determination and resilience. They are an inspiration, reminding us all to ask the question, "Why am I going to let that stop me?" and to step into whatever it is that will bring God the most glory.

The book Melinda mentioned was called, "How to Teach Your Brain Injured Child" but it appears to be out of print and difficult to find.

Join Pam and her friends on Facebook at Tending Fields Mom's Group or come say hi on Instagram @TendingFields

#cerebralpalsy #specialneeds #determined #mothersandsons #bringinggodglory #toolsforindependence #testimonytime #honolulu