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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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Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Thursday Oct 31, 2024
Confidence: a trusting or reliance; an assurrance of mind of firm belief in the integrity, stability, or veracity of another, or in the truth or reality of a fact -Webster's 1828 Dictionary
Confidence: that which has a firm foundation; steadfastness of mind, firmness, courage -definition of the Greek word hypostasis (confidence)
We live in an instable world that seeks to shake our confidence. We must remember that our confidence is not rooted in anything other than Christ. Because of that, our confidence is steadfast and sure!
In this episode, we discuss how to live confidently in a broken world.
Scriptures Referenced:
Psalm 118:6, 8
Proverbs 11:28; 14:26; 28:26
Ezra 33:13
Jeremiah 48:7
Philippians 1:6; 3:3
Isaiah 14:24
II Corithians 12:9
Ephesians 3:11-12
Hebrews 3:14; 4:16
I John 2:28; 5:14
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Monday Oct 28, 2024
Monday Oct 28, 2024
God has an order. Culture disrupts that order and dwells in compounded confusion. This is clearly seen in context of marriage and the roles within marriage.
When God established the first marriage in Genesis, He called what He designed very good. Simeon and I go back to the beginning to dicuss...
-Responsibilities and roles within marriage
-Husband and wife working as a team
-Satan's attack on the nuclear family
Scriptures Referenced:
Genesis 2 & 3
II Corinthians 6:14
Ephesians 5:25-33
Titus 1:5
Resources:
Eve in Exile by Rebekah Merkle
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Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Thursday Oct 24, 2024
Our lives can be inundated by fear, yet God's Word tells us again and again to fear not. How are we to obey that command when there are so many things that cause us worry and concern?
We discuss identifying irrational versus rational fears. We must not waste our time worrying about fears that are not based in reality. But when we do have real fears, we need to learn to give them to the Lord, remember is faithfulness, and trust Him with the outcomes.
Scriptures Referenced:
Proverbs 19:23
John 10:10
Romans 8:28
II Timothy 1:7
Hebrews 13:5-6
I John 4:18
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Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Laundry can be quite the pain point for homemakers. The endless mountains of clothes to wash, fold, and put away can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I share some tips that have helped me stay on top of our laundry as a family of seven. I also share great tips from some of my audience! Thank you to all those who added your input. I hope maybe one of these ideas will help you find better rhythms in this area of homemaking.
Resources:
NHC YouTube: Make Your Own Laundry Detergent
Young Living Thieves Laundry Soap
Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater (affiliate link)
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Monday Oct 14, 2024
Monday Oct 14, 2024
Throughout this study, we have continually seen the theme of couples who were not one whether that be spiritually, emotionally, or physically. Ananias and Sapphire were one, but it was in sin. This led to a disastrous end for this couple.
As we look at their marriage, we discuss the importance of being sober-minded and true to the promises that we make to God.
Scriptures Referenced:
Exodus 21:14
Proverbs 6:16
Ecclesiastes 5:4-6
Acts 4:32-5:11
Resources:
NHC Podcast: Couples of the Bible Study
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Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Obedience brings blessing. This is a principle found all throughout Scripture. In the New Testament, God commands His people to be "given to hospitality." Obedience in this area brings abundant blessings!
In this episode, we discuss blessings that come from ministering to others through hospitality.
-The blessing of influencing others for Christ
-The blessing of cultivating relationships
-The blessing of fellowship, laughter, and encouragement
-The blessing of teaching moments for our children
Scriptures Referenced:
Proverbs 17:22; 18:24
Acts 18
Romans 12:13
Hebrews 6:10
Resources:
Heartfelt Hospitality by Terrie Chappell
NHC Podcast Hospitality Series
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Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
After working as a pediatric RN for over a decade, Elizabeth Parsons left the hospital to pursue a more holistic approach to health. On this episode, she gives advice on how to fight sickness naturally. We discuss...
-Transitioning from conventional medicine to a holistic approach
-Simple, free steps to pursuing a healthy lifestyle
-Cooking nourishing foods from scratch
-Cleaning your home with natural products
-Top 5 essentials for a natural medicine cabinet
Resources:
Follow Elizabeth Parsons on Instagram @purelyparsons
Hear more from Elizabeth Parsons
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Monday Sep 30, 2024
Monday Sep 30, 2024
For the past 2 years, our family has been TV free. That is not the norm in 2024, but there are many families who are concerned about the constant overstimulation and who are making the decision to remove the TV from their homes. Simeon and I share our why for this decision and the benefits we have seen from this choice. Spoiler alert: We have ZERO regrets! It has been one of the BEST decisions we have made for our family!
We chat about...
- Why we decided to make this decision (it might surprise you!)
- The detox process of getting rid of the TV
- How to still enjoy movies without having a TV
- How to keep children entertained without screens
- The crisis of screen addition in the younger generations
- Being intentional about what you prioritize in your home
- How to navigate making this decision as a couple
- Parents responsibility to be gatekeepers
Resources:
- NHC Podcast: Gatekeeper
- NHC Podcast: The Greenhouse Effect with Denise Palmer
- NHC Podcast: Too Much TV?
- NHC Podcast: Establishing a Quiet TIme
- Sight and Sound Theatres
- NHC Blog: Date Night Game Ideas
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Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Thursday Sep 26, 2024
As we wrap up another quarter of 2024, I share the books that I've been reading.
- The Bucket List Family by Jessica Gee
- Simulated by Nova McBee
- The Silver Chair by C. S. Lewis
- Love Without Borders by Angela Braniff
- Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
- Family Driven Faith by Voddie Baucham
- Mere Motherhood by Cindy Rollins
- Twelve Extraordinary Women by John MacArthur
Resources:
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Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
There are many different approaches to introducing solids to your baby. As a mama who has done this 5 times, I share the approach that has worked well for us. This is based upon experience and research.
What is baby led weaning? It is when you offer your baby food from your family meals cut up into finger sized foods allowing them to self-feed.
We discuss:
-How to know your baby is ready for solids
-How to introduce high-allergen foods
-The difference between choking and gagging
-Benefits of the BLW method
Resources:
Baby-Led Weaning: The Essential Guide by Gill Rapley, PhD, and Tracey Murkett
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