Bethany is a mother of 8 children who says, “For years, I mothered from a place of striving, guilt, and fear. But as I began to understand my identity in Christ, not as a mom who has to “get it all right,” but as a beloved daughter, everything shifted. I found peace, joy, and freedom through Gospel-centered parenting.”

And you will believe her after you listen to this conversation. Bethany shares the heart of gospel discipline and generously walks through her 4 part model with so many helpful examples. She is both gentle and truthful.

Bethany also founded Warrior Motherhood. You’re going to want to check out all that she’s doing.

Learn more about Bethany by visiting her site, listening to her Warrior Mama Podcast and follow her on Instagram here.

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As promised, here is the recording from our Soapbox LIVE event in June. It is so fun to be all together in a room. This episode is an interview with two old friends, who happen to be wildly different but incredible moms!!! You will hear the ways they lean naturally, the ways they have grown, the things they’ve learned from each other and hopefully leave encouraged in your own wiring whether it be Type A or Type B! There is banter, laughter and honesty all throughout. Hope you enjoy and look out for the next live event so you can join us in the room!!

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Donna Stuart You Were Created to Create

Donna is a wife, mom, and a creator in one million different ways! She and her husband, Ben, and their three children live in DC where they planted Passion City DC in 2018. Donna is a woman of many talents and interests. She unpacks the value of being a mom who still creates and passing on your gifts to the next generation. She discusses how important it is to continue doing the things you’re good at EVEN in motherhood and how. She is practical, unapologetic and inspiring all in the same sentence. I left more convinced that what is in me is GOOD. Donna even touches on marriage at the end of the episode- it is a jam packed one! I know you will love hearing an exclusive reading of chapter one in her new 5D book called “Growing”. Enjoy!

You can follow Donna on instagram. And be sure to check out Donna's book, Growing, here, listen to her her music on Spotify, and if you've been hungry for some great Bible teaching, check out their church podcast here.

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David Thomas is the Executive Director of Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, Tennessee. He is a New York Times Bestselling Author with his most recent release, Capable: How to Teach Your Kids Strength, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience.

David is the co-host of the 15 million+ downloaded podcast, Raising Boys and Girls. He would want you to know that he is most proud to be a husband to Connie, and dad to three adult children. Follow David on Instagram @raisingboysandgirls and get a copy of Capable today!

If you are looking for some summer fun for your kiddos, don't miss the chance to join us for King Camp, July 6-9. Learn more and register today here!

Stasi Eldredge, wife to John, mom of three boys, and Mia to 8 grandchildren joins us from the beauty of colorado with her radiant smile to expand on God’s design in a woman! She is a woman who is certain she is treasured by God and it’s contagious. You will feel it!! She describes the places of Gods heart that are reflected in a mother and even describes ways He “mothers us”. She touches on our own mothering and our response to the inevitable lack we all experience in one place or another. I left this conversation treasuring Jesus even more! Follow along with their work at… wild at heart ministries.

Stay up to date with Stasi through her podcast and her ministry with her husband, John, Wild at Heart. Her new book, The Ladder of Love is available now!

Don’t miss The Soapbox LIVE on June 18 as we chat Type A and Type B momming - guaranteed laughs, helpful and practical conversation, and encouragement in motherhood whether you consider yourself Type A, Type B or a “don’t put me in a box!” Mom. We’ve got some fun surprises ready for you too. Grab your ticket now!

Julie Fowler is a mom of a beautiful daughter (now grown and launched into the world), wife to Paul, former educator, and head of You Are’s Prayer Room. She has a heart for kids, prayer, and loves Jesus more than anything. This practical and helpful conversation with Julie details her parenting journey as she mothered her daughter who is the complete opposite of her in almost every way. They are best friends today and Julie credits that to the wisdom God gave her through the years to encourage her daughter to be who God wanted her to be.

Happy Mothers Day!

I am so excited to introduce you to my very own mom!!! This episode is full of honest confession about the temptation to worry about your kids and try to control their little (and big) lives. But you will hear my mom share her story of God gently leading her to more peace and freedom in motherhood!

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Jodie Berndt is an author and a speaker, but most importantly a wife, mom, and grandma! Her popular books “Praying the Scriptures” were birthed through her own mothering journey. She joins us on the Soapbox like an old friend sharing stories and encouragement with laughter and relatability. You will love her! Grab one of her books when you finish the episode to help you find specific scriptures for your children.

Learn more about Jodie by visiting her website, instagram, facebook or twitter!

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Meredith Perryman, mom of 4, said she simply couldn’t share her soapbox without her daughter, Ellie. This is a super special episode where you'll get to hear a mom and daughter tag team sharing their challenging but beautiful story. They share with honesty and humility. You will hear Meredith’s surrender as a mom as she watched her daughter's physical and mental health challenges and Ellie's experience woven throughout. Although surrender in motherhood for you likely looks different than Meredith's, every mom knows that surrender is part of our every day. You will see the hand of God over their story in undeniable ways. Don't miss the end of this episode where you will hear Meredith and Ellie testify to who God has been! You will leave hopeful and certain that He is mighty to save, heal, and redeem!

You can learn more about Living Room Sessions, the retreat Meredith runs with You Are, Inc., at youareinc.com/livingroom

Check out Meredith's book, The Whole Story on Amazon and stay up to date with her latest ministry happenings by visiting her website: meredithperryman.com

King Camp registration is OPEN! Join us July 6-9! Learn more and register today!

Meredith Perryman, mom of 4, said she simply couldn’t share her soapbox without her daughter. This is a super special episode where you'll get to hear a mom and daughter tag team telling their challenging and beautiful story. They share with honesty and humility. You will hear Meredith’s surrender as a mom watching her daughter's physical and mental health challenges and Ellie's personal experience woven throughout. Although your opportunities for surrender may be very different, every mom knows that surrender is part of our every day. You will see the hand of God in their story in undeniable ways. Don't miss the end of this episode where you will hear Meredith and Ellie testify to who God has been! You will leave hopeful and certain that He is mighty to save, heal, and redeem!

You can learn more about Living Room Sessions, the retreat Meredith runs with You Are, Inc., at youareinc.com/livingroom

Check out Meredith's book, The Whole Story on Amazon and her latest ministry happenings by visiting her website: meredithperryman.com