The Soapbox

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.

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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

Brittany is a mom of 6 precious children still under her roof! She spends her days homeschooling, cooking, cleaning, and encouraging others walking through their own pain as she shares her story of God’s faithfulness. She has walked through profound seasons of grief—becoming a young widow, raising three young boys as a single mom, remarriage, and blending a family deeply affected by trauma. As you hear her share, you will be splashed with contagious hope as she declares the faithfulness of God. She is committed to run the race in front of her and encourages us to run ours! It's clear that her eyes are fixed on Jesus and I am confident it will encourage you to do the same, whatever situation you are currently in. The Brooker Family has taken all they have experienced in grief and minister to and support widowers through their ministry, Refuge Widowers.

You can learn watch and learn more about Brittany's story here and follow her on Instagram here. To learn more about Refuge Widowers by visiting their website: www.refugewidowers.com or their instagram.

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Melany Wolfe has been married to Brian for 25 years, has 6 children, 2 granddaughters, and is the director of Aggieland Pregnancy Outreach. She shares the hard and beautiful of involving her kids in the ministry she is specifically called to. She talks adoption, unplanned pregnancy, and inclusivity. Her family story makes me think about Psalm 37:26 “All day long he shows compassion and lends to others, and his children are blessed.”

Learn more about the ministry of Aggieland Pregnancy Outreach here. King Camp Registration is NOW OPEN! Learn more and register today here! And be sure to follow You Are Family on Instagram to keep up with the latest news and for our free monthly resource email.

Terri Steele, mom of 5 and children’s minister, joins us and unpacks the reality that the same Holy Spirit in us is available to our children. Terri herself walks in childlike humility and this episode will widen your eyes and build your faith! Have fun!!

King Camp Registration is now open for July 6-9, 2026!! If you have kiddos ages 5-11, be sure to sign them up!! Head here to learn more and register today.

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What a treat to interview the mom of one of your favorite Soapbox guests (Melissa Darst)! Ms. Becky is a Gigi is here to remind us that teaching our kids respect still matters. She gives a gentle nudge to keep teaching the kids in our life manners. Ms. Becky models a life of looking people in the eye, writing the thank you note, and taking the time to see and value those around her. She believes these are some of the ways of old the are worth hanging on to.

King Camp Registration is now open for July 6-9, 2026!! If you have kiddos ages 5-11, be sure to sign them up!! Head here to learn more and register today.

Stay up to date with all things You Are Family by following us on Instagram or sign up for our free monthly resources for parents and families.