No Higher Calling

The Discipline of Remembering God with Gracie Heaton

Gracie Heaton, missionary to the United Kingdom, joins me to share how the Lord is challenging her to remember Him. Psalm 106 contains the record of the children of Israel, how they forgot the works of the Lord and sinned against Him. We can be quick to judge Israel, but how quick are we to forget the works of the Lord?

Psalm 111:4 says, "He hath made his wonderful works to be remembered." Gracie shares Scriptural commands for the discipline of remembering God, and practical ways that we can implement this into our lives. This is so important because God desires for us to pass truth to the next generation, and we cannot do this if we are not remembering God ourselves.

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Deuteronomy 8:2

I Samuel 7:12

Psalm 20:7; 77:11-12; 78:6-7; 105:5; 106; 111:4; 143:5

Ecclesiastes 12:1

 

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A Tribute to Patch the Pirate

It is a rare day when the voice of "Patch the Pirate" (aka Ron Hamilton) is not heard in our home. Simeon and I grew up on Patch the Pirate audio adventures, and it has been such a blessing to our family to introduce them to our children.

Join Patch the Pirate as he captains the Jolly Roger! You'll fall in love with characters like Sissy Seagull, Alberta Einstein, Commodore, Princess, and all many more. Adventure to many lands all while learning truths from God's Word. These stories are full of biblical wisdom and songs of worship and praise!

As a Christian mother of young children, I am always looking for resources that will aid us in instructing our children in truth and righteousness. I can 100% recommend Patch the Pirate as a wonderful resource to accomplish that. 

Ron Hamilton entered heaven last week, a faithful Christian who received his "well done!" Hear from me and the kids as we say our "thank you" to Ron Hamilton and the entire crew for all their ministry has (and continues) to mean to our family.

 

Our Favorite Patch Adventures:

Eden- Operation Artic

Knox- Patch the Pirate Goes to the Jungle

Brettnay- Kilimanjaro, Kidnapped on I-land, Kingdom Chronicles, The Incredible Race, and The Final Voyage

Others we have greatly enjoyed- Once Upon a Starry Night, Time Twisters, Ocean Commotion, Villain of Venice, Shipwrecked on Pleasure Island

 

Resources:

Patch the Pirate Audio Adventures: https://www.majestymusic.com/patch-the-pirate.html

(missionaries receive 20% off physical purchases if you call Majesty Music)

Patch Plus Streaming App: https://patchthepirate.org/

(receive unlimited access to all Patch Adventures for $6.99/month)

 

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Psalm 23~ He Leadeth Me Beside the Still Waters

David, the shepherd boy, gives beautiful illustrations about God through the lens of the relationship he has with his sheep. We are journeying through Psalm 23, and this episode brings us to the still waters. Sheep will not drink from waters that are rushing. Neither should they drink from waters that are stagnant. The shepherd must find still, peaceful waters for them to be refreshed by. God does the same thing for us. Throughout hills and valleys of our lives, He has perfectly placed still waters, and He promises to lead us to them. 

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Job 14:1

Psalm 23

Philippians 4:7

Colossians 3:15

 

Resources:

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

Then Sings My Soul by Robert J. Morgan: https://amzn.to/3UsLPnQ 

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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Cleaning with Littles

At the first of the year, Sarah Boots from Altogether Lovely Collective joined me to share how "Clean 15" has revolutionized cleaning in their home. I gleaned so much from her wisdom, but being in the middle of an international move, it was not a good time for us to implement them. Fast forward a few months, we are now settled into our new life in Australia, and we have implemented our own version of Clean 15. 
In this episode, I share:

-what Clean 15 looks like for us

-how to incorporate your littles into cleaning

-natural, safe cleaning products 

 

Resources:

NHC Podcast: Clean 15 with Sarah Boots

NHC YouTube: Cleaning with Littles Using Natural Supplies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeJi_LPv34Q

 

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Parenting in the Age of Pornography

As much as I wish this wasn't the case, we are raising our children in a sin-cursed, broken world. Satan wants nothing more than to sit on the throne of our children's hearts and minds and keep them in bondage to sin. One of the ways he is accomplishing this at epidemic rates is through pornography. The question is not if our children will be exposed, it is when. The average age of exposure to pornography is 8 years old.  We MUST acknowledge this reality and equip our children so they will not fall prey to this snare. 

How do we equip our children, yet be delicate with their childhood innocence? I seek to give advice that I have gleaned from God's Word, other biblical resources, statics, and scientific data.

Mamas, it's time to rise up, be gatekeepers of our homes, pray for the our children's minds, and protect the next generation from Satan's weapon of pornography.

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Jeremiah 6:15

II Corinthians 10:3-5

Philippians 3:13-14; 4:8

I Peter 5:8

 

Resources:

NHC Podcast: Gatekeeper

Birds & Bees https://birds-bees.com/ (use code BRETTNAY to save 20%)

Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality- Paperback   Audiobook

Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Jr. by Kristen Jenson: https://amzn.to/428bENL

Good Pictures, Bad Pictures by Kristen Jenson (ages 6+): https://amzn.to/3FnuGpv

 

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Giving Your Kids a Biblical View of Sex

Culture is giving our children's so many mixed messages when it comes to the topic of sex. It is not a matter of if they will hear these confused ideals, but when. And that age of introduction is getting younger all the time. As Christian parents, we need to be the loving authority who are the first to speak to our children about this topic so that we can give them a biblical view of sex. Sex was God's design. All things that He created He called good. 

In this episode, I discuss...

-getting your family message of sex from the Bible

-teaching your children what the word "private" means

-the importance of using anatomical terms and how that protects our children

-using the "drip method" to build the conversation

-teaching beauty and boundaries 

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Hebrews 13:4

Genesis 2:24

Jeremiah 8:12

 

Resources:

Birds & Bees https://birds-bees.com/ (use code BRETTNAY to save 20%)

Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality: https://amzn.to/3Lxasxh

 

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Praying Over Your Homeschool with Stacie Loughrin

James 5:16 "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much."

Stacie Loughrin, author of Praying Over Your Homeschool and Joy in the Chaos, joins me to speak on the importance of prayer in the life of a homeschooling family. She shares great thoughts on cultivating an atmosphere of prayer in your home and home education. 

"Homeschooling is not just about academics, but about nurturing the whole person and instilling in them a love for God and a desire to serve Him. And prayer is a crucial component of this calling."

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Deuteronomy 6:4-10

 

Resources:

Praying Over Your Homeschool: The Power of a Parent's Prayer by Stacie Loughrin https://amzn.to/3xqs6up

Joy in the Chaos: The Anxious Homeschooler's Guide to Unwavering Peace by Stacie Loughrin https://amzn.to/3xo0TZk

 

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2023 Reading Challenge (Quarter 1)

My reading goal for 2023 is to read 50 books. Simeon and I have also set a goal to read 1 book together each quarter. This episode is an update on those challenges, and reviews of the books I've read in this quarter. 

Let me know what book you are enjoying!

 

Resources:

NHC Blog: My Reading Challenge 2023 (Quarter 1)

NHC YouTube: My Bookshelf

 

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Quarterly Planning

I am a planner. Always have been, always will be! As I grow and navigate busy seasons of marriage, ministry, and motherhood, I've had to learn that while planning is important, it is more important to be flexible and hold my plans loosely. If God chooses to give my day a "redirect", I want to be quick to follow and obey. 

I'm often asked how I can manage to have a podcast, write books, etc all while managing a home. The truth is, I fail more often than I'd ever like to admit to you, but there are some things that have helped keep me tracking towards achieving my goals and seeing personal growth. One of those is quarterly planning. In this episode, I share

-how quarterly planning can help you fill in the gap between monthly and yearly planning

-areas to assess and set quarterly goals for

-incorporating prayer into your planning

and more!

 

Resources:

NHC Shop: https://www.nohighercalling.org/shop

NHC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nohighercalling

PowerSheets Goal Planner: https://thedailygraceco.com/products/2023-one-year-powersheets-goal-planner

GatherRound Homeschool: https://gatherroundhomeschool.com/

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

 

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Psalm 23~ He Maketh Me to Lie Down in Green Pastures

There are many reasons why sheep refuse to rest- trouble amongst the flock, pestilence, and hunger just to name a few. When the shepherd is near, he removes these issues and allows his sheep to rest in peace and contentment. The same is true for the Shepherd of our souls. Life brings many worries and anxieties to our hearts. How can we "lie down in green pastures"? How can we find the rest our soul craves? Our Shepherd Himself is the rest! There is no substitute for the awareness that the Shepherd is near.

God has created us to require rest. In making our human bodies to require rest, He reveals our dependency and limitations, yet His sufficiency! Does this mean that we are doomed if we don't sleep 8 hours at night and get several naps each week? No! While physical rest is vital, there is a soul rest that supersedes all others. This soul rest provides a deep well for us to draw from as we live out our purposes in our busy lives.

 

Scriptures Referenced:

Psalm 4:8; 23

Ezekiel 34:15-16

 

Resources:

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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