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God has given me a passion for motherhood and homemaking. From that passion, a ministry has birthed- No Higher Calling. There is no higher calling on my life than to be wife to Simeon and mama to my littles. Join with me on my motherhood journey as I seek to encourage moms and point them to Christ.
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11 hours ago
Hymns for the Heart: God Leads Us Along
11 hours ago
11 hours ago
In shady, green pastures, so rich and so sweet, God leads His dear children along;
As we continue through our book study of Great Hymns for Growing Hearts, we come to the hymn God Leads Us Along. This is a beautiful hymn that reminds us of truths we learn about our great Shepherd in Psalm 23. Whether we go through the waters, floods, or fire, God promises to lead us. We can find peace and rest in Him through all the seasons life brings.
Scriptures Referenced:
Psalm 23
Daniel 3:17-18
Acts 5:29
Romans 8:28
II Corinthians 2:9
Resources Referenced:
- Great Hymns for Growing Hearts by Brettnay Brazzell
- Great Hymns for Growing Hearts Book and CD Bundle
- New Mercies Music Peaceful Hymns CD
- Mother's Day Special: Use code MAMA to save 20% at www.nohighercalling.org/shop
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Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Balancing Homemaking and Homeschooling
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Being a homemaker and a homeschool mama leaves a woman with quite a bit to juggle. How can we get through academic tasks while also keeping up with the laundry and getting a healthy dinner on the table? I've been asked that question (and similar versions of that question) before, and I get it! I've asked the same thing during different stages of life.
Join me as I share lessons God has taught me in a busy season of homemaking and homeschooling!
We chat about...
- Starting the day before your kids (getting your priorities in order through time in God's Word and prayer)
- Preparing the night before
- Planning for margin
- Using pockets of time wisely
- Simplifying
- Being consistent with housework
- Embracing a need for rest
Resources Referenced:
- Time Saving Mom by Crystal Paine
- YouTube: What We Love About the Good and the Beautiful Math
- YouTube: Gather Round Geography Units
- YouTube: Gather Round Homeschool
- NHC Podcast: Embracing a Season of Home
- NHC Family Podcast: Developing a Biblical Vision for Your Family
- NHC Family Podcast: Crafting a Family Culture
- IG: Sarah Boots from @faithfulandflourishing
- IG: Elisabeth Beam from @balancingbeams
- Mother's Day Special: Use code MAMA to save 20% at www.nohighercalling.org/shop
Follow my journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org
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Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Balancing Homemaking and Littles
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
So often I get asked, "How do you balance homemaking while having littles?" I'll be honest, it's not always easy, but through my journey of motherhood, God has taught me so much. I share some spiritual and practical lessons that have helped me to find and keep balance in these areas.
We discuss things such as:
-Taking care of your soul
-Keeping the joy of the Lord as your strength
-Establishing priorities
-Determining the essentials
-Involving your children
-Establishing a daily rest time
Scriptures Referenced:
Deuteronomy 33:25
Nehemiah 8:10
Psalm 19:7
John 10:10
James 1:5
Resources Referenced:
Mother's Day Special: Use code MAMA to save 20% at www.nohighercalling.org/shop
Follow my journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org
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Monday Apr 07, 2025
Missionary Monday: Visit Malawi with Jessica Curtis
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Welcome to the second episode in the 2025 Missionary Monday series. We will travel around the world experiencing other cultures and peoples as we hear from missionaries. God is at work in this world! We can have a part in that work!
Missionary Jessica Curtis shares about her life serving the Lord in Malawi, Africa. God has had the Curtis family on a unique journey as they've given their lives in service to Him. From Ukraine, to the US, to Africa, they have followed God as He's led them. You will be encouraged to hear how God is working through their ministry and how God has used their time in Africa to remind Jessica to encourage herself in the Lord.
As a part of NHC Family, these episodes are great to listen to with your spouse and children!
Watch the Interview on the NHC YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/mWQj2Lulj78
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Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Building a Home Library
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
"Books are the quietest and most constant of friends; they are the most accessible and wisest of counselors, and the most patient of teachers." -Charles W. Eliot, President of Harvard
It is no secret that I love books! Reading is a huge part of the atmosphere of our home and our family culture. In this episode, we chat about why it is so important to develop a love for reading in your home. One of the best ways to do this is to collect a home library. I share where to find books worth buying and how to build a home library on a budget.
Resources Referenced:
The Read-Aloud Family by Sarah MacKenzie
Give Your Child the World by Jamie C. Martin
Honey for a Child's Heart by Gladys Hunt
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Thursday Mar 27, 2025
2025 Reading Challenge (Quarter 1)
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Join me as I share the books that I've been reading in 2025!
1. New Testament Marriage by Scott Pualey
2. Safeguards by Julie Lowe
3. Habits by Charlotte Mason
4. Beneath the Swirling Sky by Carolyn Leiloglou
5. Seasons of a Mother's Heart by Sally Clarkson
6. Every Home a Foundation by Phylicia Masonheimer
7. A Healthier Home by Shawna Holman
8. George Washington Carver by Janet & Geoff Benge
9. Boy Mom by Monica Swanson
10. The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey by Trenton Lee Stewart
11. Gospel Mom by Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler
12. The Christian Storyteller by Nathaniel Brown
13. Eric Liddell by Janet & Geoff Benge
Resources Referenced:
NHC Blog: 2025 Reading Challenge (Quarter 1)
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Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Hymns for the Heart: Jesus Paid It All
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Jesus paid it all, All to Him I owe; Sin had left a crimson stain, He washed it white as snow.
Jesus Christ is sufficient to be the payment for our sins! Though our sin left a crimson stain, He can wash us white as snow. It is good for us to reflect on the gift we have in salvation. Join me as we discuss truths learned in the hymn, "Jesus Paid It All." May it remind us that we owe our all to Him!
Scriptures Referenced:
Romans 3:10
II Corinthians 12:9
Ephesians 2:8-9
Hebrews 10:10-12, 18
Resources Referenced:
Great Hymns for Growing Hearts by Brettnay Brazzell
Great Hymns for Growing Hearts Book and CD Bundle
New Mercies Music Peaceful Hymns CD
Follow my journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org
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Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Life in Australia
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
God has given us the unique opportunity to call Sydney, Australia home. Australia is a land of fascinating animals, diverse landscapes, and stunning beaches. Join me as I share a peek into what our life is like living abroad!
Resources Referenced:
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Thursday Mar 06, 2025
A Seasoned Mama's Thoughts on Sleep
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Sleep during the newborn/postpartum season is a hot topic! We are desperate for rest, yet it seems to elude us in that season. There are many methods, tips, and ideas to try. We ask- should we co-sleep? try the cry-it-out method? should a 6 week baby really sleep 8 hours at a time? how often do they really need to eat? So many questions!
In this episode, I don't have magic advice that will transform your nights, but I do have some practial advice as a mama of five. Some tips are to help with baby, but most tips are to help mama!
Scriptures Referenced:
Deuteronomy 33:25
Resources Referenced:
Taking Cara Babies Sleep Course
NHC Podcast: Circadian Rhythm with Sarah Boots
A Christian Woman's Guide to Health and Hormones by Sarah Boots
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Monday Mar 03, 2025
Missionary Monday: Visit the Philippines with Marissa Paton
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Welcome to the second episode in the 2025 Missionary Monday series. We will travel around the world experiencing other cultures and peoples as we hear from missionaries. God is at work in this world! We can have a part in that work!
Missionary Marissa Paton joins us to share what her life is like living in Bacolod, Philippines. God has given her a love for this unique and beautiful land and for the people. She shares truths that God has taught her during her time living there such as letting God have control of your life, trusting Him for your needs, and the importance of staying in God's perfect will.
You will leave this episode excited about serving the Lord and googling how much it costs to fly to the Philippines!
As a part of NHC Family, these episodes are great to listen to with your spouse and children!
Watch the Interview on the NHC YouTube Channel:
https://youtu.be/HS_nwpL252g
Resources Referenced:
Big Bible Adventures Kids Books
Follow my journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org
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