No Higher Calling

Homeschooling & Discipleship

For the next three episodes of the podcast, we'll be chatting about homeschooling! This is a huge part of our lives, and it is something and Simeon and I are very passionate about.

The goal of education is so much more than academic success. Our goal for the education of our children is to introduce them to God, allowing them to know God better. As they learn of Him, we learn about the world He created (science, history, literature) and the order He instilled in the world (math, languages, civics). Home is the ideal place to invest in this calling of discipleship and learning. Home is where we can lay the foundation of what real like looks like and how to accomplish real life skills. You do not have to homeschool to emphasize those things, but homeschooling does give margin for more time and opportunities to train.

Simeon and I share our hearts, and why we believe that home education is the best choice for our family. If you are on the fence about school choices, or maybe you've never thought and prayed through the decision, we hope that this episode will give you some great conversation and prayer points!

 

Outline of biblical reasons why we have chosen home education (taken from the list in the the Clarkson's book)

-Homeschooling allows the greatest opportunity for emphasizing the Word of God in a child's life 

II Tim 3:16-17; Heb 4:12-13; I Thess 2:13

 

-Homeschooling allows the greatest opportunity for strategic discipleship influence in a child's life

Luke 6:10; Matthew 28:18-20; Col 2:6-7; II Tim 2:2

 

-Homeschooling provides the best setting for dynamic learning through exposure to real-life experiences

James 1:2-4; Proverbs

 

-Homeschooling provides the best setting for discovering and developing spiritual gifts and personal skills and talents

I Pet 4:10-11; Col 3:17; II Tim 1:6-7

 

-Homeschooling is the best way to live out the biblical picture of walking with your children on God's path of life until they walk it on their own

Proverbs 4:1-19; John 14:6; Eph 5:1-2

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Deuteronomy 6:7-9

Mark 3:13-15

I Corinthians 11:1

II Timothy 1:5

 

Resources:

Educating the Wholehearted Child by Clay & Sally Clarkson https://amzn.to/3DMy5Nb 

General Order Four (discipleship podcast) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/general-order-4-podcast/id1529928237 

NHC Podcast: Parenting & Discipleship https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-38-parenting-and-discipleship/id1547126864?i=1000534090284 

 

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Pregnancy Q & A

I can hardly believe we are at the halfway point of my pregnancy with baby #5! We could not be more delighted about this new addition to our family. In this episode, I answer listeners questions about the baby & pregnancy.

-When's the due date?

-Will we find out baby's gender?

-Will baby be an Australian citizen?

-What is my birth plan?

And more!!

 

This podcast was recorded live for the NHC YouTube Channel. You can watch the q&a here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QX_hxph0IqY 

 

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Hospitality Helpers

One of my favorite aspects of making hospitality a big part of our home and ministry is getting my children involved. They have become wonderful hosptiality helpers! Through intentional training, they have learned how to greet others with kindess and welcome, how to do a quick tidy and clean of the home, how to prep dinner, how to remember manners through meal time, how to engage in conversation with people of all ages, and more!

In this episode, I pull some thoughts from the Hospitality Guide I put together (find at www.nohighercalling.org/shop) and give practical ideas on how to get your children involved in hospitality no matter what their age!

Do you practice hospitality on a regular basis? Do you involve your children? I'd love to hear how you get your family involved in this wonderful Gospel opportunity!

 

Resources:

NHC Hospitality Guide https://nohighercalling.org/product/hospitality-guide/ 

 

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Creating a Good Evening Routine

"I truly believe that a successful day begins the night before. Setting yourself up for success before bed is an amazing way to not only have more peace in your day, but it's a way to feel calmer and happier- and to have time for those things that matter most to you." -Crystal Paine

 

I am a busy wife and mama. With 4 kids under 6, a baby on the way, homeschooling responsibilities, homemaking tasks, a husband, minstry, and the list could go on. . . I get asked often, how do you manage?! I've learned (from lots of trial and error) that if I want to set myself up to have a successful day, I have to begin preparing the evening before. In this episode, I share what our evening rhythms look like and give practical tips to creating a good evening routine. 

 

 

Resources:

Time Saving Mom by Crystal Paine https://amzn.to/44T4Kwp 

 

NHC Podcast: A Quiet, Contented Heart with Erin Bates Paine https://podcasts.apple.com/om/podcast/ep-59-a-quiet-contented-heart-with-erin-bates-paine/id1547126864?i=1000547089912&l=ar 

 

Peaceful Hymns CD by New Mercies Music https://www.newmerciesmusic.com/product-page/peaceful-hymns-cd-piano-solos 

 

Hymns CD by Erin Bates Paine https://www.chadanderin.com/product/hymns/

Scripture Meditations by Erin Bates Paine https://www.chadanderin.com/product/scripture-meditations-2-disc/ 

 

Hive Pocket Game (a great game for a parent & child ages 4+) https://amzn.to/3Oiycq5 

 

Parks Board Game (a favorite 2 player game!) https://amzn.to/3Q0FO1u 

 

 

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Psalm 23~ Yea, Though I Walk Through the Valley of the Shadow of Death

Psalm 23:4 "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me;"

Deep trials are a reality of life because we live in a broken, sin-cursed world. Yet, our gentle Shepherd reminds us that in the midst of the darkest valleys, we need not fear! How can that be so? Because of the Shepherd's presence. We can weather the storms of life victorious because Christ walks with us. 

The journey we walk is worth the endurance required. The valleys provide blessings that nothing else can provide. They make us dependent upon Christ. They provide a way to higher ground. They provide wisdom we must glean to continue on the path.

As we continue our journey through this rich Psalm, may your soul be encouraged as we learn more about the loving heart of our great Shepherd.

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Psalm 8:4-6; 23; 91

Isaiah 6:5

Daniel 3:18

John 9:1-3

II Corinthians 10:5-6

Philippians 3:10

 

Resources:

Fear Not! Meditations to Overcome Fear, Worry, and Discouragement by Rand Hummel https://amzn.to/3NG4x8u 

Children of Character Cards https://nohighercalling.org/product/children-of-character-cards/ 

Hinds' Feet on High Places by Hannah Hurnard https://amzn.to/447tQrp 

Always, Only Good by Shelly Hamilton https://www.majestymusic.com/always-only-good-book.html 

A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 by W Phillip Keller: https://amzn.to/3CJZGid 

The Heart of the Shepherd by Stephen Chappell: https://amzn.to/3Sh6B8R

 

If you do not know Christ as your Shepherd, email me at nohighercallingpodcast@gmail.com. I'd love nothing more than to share how Jesus Christ can be your Savior.

 

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Teaching Your Children How to Sit in Church

Family-integrated worship is becoming more common in churches today. Whether that is your choice or because your church doesn't have separate nursuries and classes, many parents find themselves wondering- how do we teach our littles to sit in church? 

I'll say upfront, I am not the authority on this topic! We are in the process of training our children in this, but I have learned some things that I share in this episode. I also had a friend reach out with some great questions to think through with your spouse as you train your children to sit in the main worship service. 

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Romans 10:17

 

Resources:

Family Driven Faith by Voddie Baucham https://amzn.to/44pgyGV

Great Hymns for Growing Hearts Family Hymn Study https://www.newmerciesmusic.com/product-page/great-hymns-for-growing-hearts 

NHC Podcast: Teaching Children to Pray with Heidi James https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/teaching-children-to-pray-with-heidi-james/id1547126864?i=1000598838116 

Sermon Notes for Kids Printable https://www.theferventmama.com/free-kids-sermon-notes-printable/ 

 

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A Week in the Life~ Our Rhythms of Home

Everyone seems to love when I do an Instgram day-in-the-life! It's fun to bring you in and show you a glimpse into our life and the rhythms of our home. It's been requested that I do a podcast sharing a more detailed look into what our life looks like. So, here's the episode! Listen in as I share how we tackle homemaking tasks, homeschooling, schedules, and more. Not all days are normal, and life often brings new seasons and rhythms of home get tweaked, but this is what our current season looks like.

 

Podcast Episodes Referenced:

NHC Podcast: Clean 15 with Sarah Boots https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/clean-15-with-sarah-boots/id1547126864?i=1000593962267

NHC Podcast: Cleaning with Littles https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/cleaning-with-littles/id1547126864?i=1000609275443 

NHC Podcast: Meal Planning https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-62-meal-planning/id1547126864?i=1000549157611 

NHC Podcast: Establishing a Quiet Time https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-119-establishing-a-quiet-time/id1547126864?i=1000587712462

 

Resources Referenced:

Children of Character Cards https://nohighercalling.org/product/children-of-character-cards/ 

My FAVORITE Cookbook- Hope's Table https://amzn.to/43mF3Tw 

YouTube: Cleaning with Kids Using Natural Products https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeJi_LPv34Q&t=18s 

New Mercies Music Studio https://www.newmerciesmusic.com/newmerciesmusicstudio

Aussie-Audio and Web https://aussie-audio.com/ 

 

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Starting Your Day with God with Crystal Paine

Crystal Paine from Money Saving Mom joins me to talk about her new book, Time Saving Mom. This book is all about how to juggle a lot, enjoy your life, and accomplish what matters most. Crystal writes about a four step plan to put this to action in your life, and it all begins with starting your day with the Lord.

In this interview, she shares why it is so important for busy women to begin their day with Jesus. This allows you to serve the Lord and others from a place of peace instead of from a place of overwhelm. 

The practical, yet powerful, tips Crystal shares will be an encouragement to your heart! You will be challenged to love God more, spend more time with Him in prayer, and be a conduit of His grace to those you encounter in your everyday life.

"The little choices we make each day can change the trajectory of our lives."

 

Resources:

Time Saving Mom by Crystal Paine: https://amzn.to/44eOWUg 

Crystal Paine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themoneysavingmom/

https://moneysavingmom.com/ 

 

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2023 Reading Challenge (Quarter 2)

A recap of the books that I read in Quarter 2 of 2023!

 

Resources:

NHC Blog: 2023 Reading Challenge~ Quarter 2 https://nohighercalling.org/quarter-2-books/ 

Bible Studies for Teens by Rand Hummel: https://wilds.org/store/products/resources/bible-studies/

Brambley Hedge on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=brambley+hedge 

 

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Be Someone’s Elizabeth

When Mary needed spritual encouragement and fellowship, the Bible says she made haste to go to one person- Elizabeth. The friendship between Mary and Elizabeth is beautiful, and there is much we can learn from their example. We are challenged to seek to be a Christlike friend, seeking to point those we love to the Lord. 

"We are hungry for the sustenance of sturdy, deep friendships, but we are fed an idea of friendshp that is neither nourishing nor satisfying. Friendship can and must be so much more." -Sally Clarkson

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Luke 1:39-56

Proverbs 27:17

 

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