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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.
Episodes
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
I share the books I have been reading in quarter 4 of 2023.
UPDATE: Since the recording of this episode, I did finish my 2023 book challenge!! I will include the final books read this year in the quarter 1 review next year.
Books Reviewed:
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Monday Dec 25, 2023
Monday Dec 25, 2023
"A thrill of hope the weary world rejoices,"
There are many things in this life that make us weary. Yet we, as Christians, have the hope of the Lord Jesus Christ! In the midst of our weariness, we delight in the hope that He gives. This is a hope that passes all understanding. It brings a deep peace, contentment, and joy unlike anything else in this world.
Isreal was weary of waiting for the hope of the coming Messiah. Christ was the fufillment of all Old Testament prophesy. He came not just to be born in a manger, but to die on a cross so that sinful mankind can be reconciled to God. That truth alone brings such hope!
Whatever brings weariness to your heart, may this Christmas message fill you with a thrill of hope and give you reason to rejoice.
Scriptures Referenced:
Psalm 122:6
Proverbs 4:18
Resources:
Great Hymns for Growing Hearts by Brettnay Brazzell https://www.newmerciesmusic.com/product-page/great-hymns-for-growing-hearts
NHC Podcast: The Vibrancy of Christ https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-vibrancy-of-christ/id1547126864?i=1000635021967
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Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
This year, we accepted the 1000 hours outside challenge, and it has been so good for our family! It has stretched us. 1000 hours is quite the loftly goal! But we are nearing the end of the year with only a few more hours to go. I have seen my children's mobility, endurance, and strength soar. I have seen their imagination and creativity ignite. We have made wonderful memories outside in nature together.
As you see statistics of how little chidlren are getting outdoors in this generation, it is staggering. I share quite a bit of that research and where "indoor lifestyles" are leading a future generation. I am thankful for people like Ginny with 1000 Hours Outside who are advocating for more time in nature and who are helping families achieve their goals.
Resources:
1000 Hours Outside https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/
1000 Hours Outside Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/1000hoursoutside/
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Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
A new year is quickly dawning upon us! Many people are thinking about goals and resolutions they desire to set in 2024. Simeon joins me to discuss setting goals as a couple.
Some of the highglights include. . .
-Choosing a Scripture to focus on in the new year
-Having a big picture vision and breaking it down to live it out this year
-How to proritize goals for your family
-Connecting as a couple through goal setting
. . . and more!
Scriptures Referenced:
Psaom 90:17; 127:1
Resources:
NHC Podcast: Quarterly Planning https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/quarterly-planning/id1547126864?i=1000605520475
NHC Podcast: Crafting a Family Culture with Simeon https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/crafting-a-family-culture-with-simeon/id1547126864?i=1000634241307
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Monday Dec 11, 2023
Monday Dec 11, 2023
We come to the final episode in our Psalm 23 Bible study series, and what a study this has been! From the field to the house, we have seen the Shepherd tenderly, lovingly guiding His sheep through all the highs and lows the path brings. He has promised that at the end of our journey, we can look forward to dwelling in His house forever. What is the highlight of this dwelling place? It is not the destination, it is the Lord Himself! What a precious Shepherd we follow!
Scriptures Referenced:
Psalm 23
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
NHC Podcast Series: Psalm 23 https://nohighercalling.org/podcast_series/psalm-23/
NHC Podcast: The Vibrancy of Christ https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-vibrancy-of-christ/id1547126864?i=1000635021967
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.
Follow my journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Christmastime brings on all the fun traditions and sweet memories! One of the most enjoyable things for me as a mother is making holidays extra special for my family. This year looks a bit different than previous years because it is our first Christmas in Australia. In this episode, I share some of our traditions that have stood the test of time and several new ones we will start this year.
I'd love to hear what traditions you're family enjoys during the Christmas season! Leave them in the comments!
Resources:
NHC Podcast: Crafting a Family Culture https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/crafting-a-family-culture-with-simeon/id1547126864?i=1000634241307
NHC Podcast: Our Christmas Traditions (2021) https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ep-53-our-christmas-traditions/id1547126864?i=1000543723732
NHC Blog: Christmas Gift Guide https://nohighercalling.org/christmas-gift-guide-2023/
NHC Blog: Christmas Books for Little Ones https://nohighercalling.org/christmas-books-for-little-ones/
Holiday Hospitality Guide: https://nohighercalling.org/product/holiday-hospitality-guide/
Great Hymns for Growing Hearts: Christ the Savior is Born Advent Devotional https://nohighercalling.org/product/great-hymns-for-growing-hearts-christmas-edition-hard-copy/
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Friday Dec 01, 2023
Friday Dec 01, 2023
2023 has been an incredible year for our family! God brought us from east Tennessee all the way to Sydney, Australia. Our faith has been strengthened as we've watched God do things that only He can do! Hear what we've been up to in our family and ministry this year.
In the second half of the episode, we give sneak peeks of some exciting things coming to NHC in 2024 as well as several products that are currently in the works. We have expectant hearts and are asking God for big things in the coming year!
Resources:
NHC YouTube: Home Sweet Home (our trip from the US to Australia!) https://youtu.be/dqa7wH4k-xQ?si=WhKVriog7U3Nr85u
NHC Podcast Series: https://nohighercalling.org/no-higher-calling-podcast/
Living Waters Baptist Church: https://www.livingwatersbaptist.com.au/
Subscribe to our ministry prayer letter: www.brazzellstoaustralia.com
Subscribe to the NHC email: www.nohighercalling.org
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Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
I will soon be entering my 5th postpartum season. I have learned many things that have helped me have a smooth, wonderful experience. First time postpartum mama Brettnay would not recognize fifth time postpartum mama Brettnay (and I'm glad! I've come a long way!) With my first pregnancy, I thought that in order to be super mom, I needed to jump back into "normal" asap. Now as a mom of almost 5, I have realized how quickly those newborn days fly by. I have also realized that giving birth qualifies every woman as super mom, and now it is time to rest, recover, and bond with baby. If I take those initial weeks to heal, it will serve myself and my family so much better than if I try to rush ahead and jump into things too fast.
In this episode, I share how my husband and I work together to ensure that I have a smooth postpartum. I also share postpartum essentials that have been a huge help the recovery process and hormone regulation.
Resources:
FIND ALL ITEMS MENTIONED LINKED HERE--NHC Blog: Postpartum Essentials https://nohighercalling.org/postpartum-essentials/
NHC Podcast: Preparing for a New Baby https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ep-70-preparing-for-a-new-baby/id1547126864?i=1000553542251
NHC Podcast: Nourishing Your Postpartum Body with Rebecca Grant https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ep-78-nourishing-your-postpartum-body-with-rebecca-grant/id1547126864?i=1000558592925
NHC Podcast: Steps Towards a Healthy Cycle with Megan Kay https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/ep-103-steps-toward-a-healthy-cycle-with-megan-kay/id1547126864?i=1000578020490
Great Hymns for Growing Hearts: Christ the Savior is Born Advent Devotional https://nohighercalling.org/product/great-hymns-for-growing-hearts-christmas-edition-hard-copy/
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Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
...To love and to cherish til death do us part...
Simeon and I recently read the book Cherish by Gary Thomas. It was so good for our marriage, and it prompted great conversations between us. On this episode, we share our takeaways from the book.
A few topics we discuss. . .
-Making your spouse your one and only
-Not comparing your spouse with other people
-Building your spouse up to others
-Infatuation vs authentic intimacy
Resources:
Cherish by Gary Thomas: https://amzn.to/3uiyt4O
Great Hymns for Growing Hearts: Christ the Savior is Born Advent Devotional https://nohighercalling.org/product/great-hymns-for-growing-hearts-christmas-edition-hard-copy/
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Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Psalm 23:6 "Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life:"
This verse begins with a word of certainty- surely. God promises that without any doubt or question, goodness and mercy will follow us all the days of our lives. His goodness provides for every need, and His mercy covers every failure. Goodness and mercy keep us hedged in, walking the path of life, pressing towards the mark for the prize, Jesus Christ.
As we walk the path of life, we leave a trail of God's goodnes and mercy behind. Oh that our prayer might be that all who come behind would find us faithful!
Scriptures Referenced:
Deuteronomy 31:8
Psalm 23; 139:5
Ephesians 6
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
Great Hymns for Growing Hearts: Christ the Savior is Born Advent Devotional https://nohighercalling.org/product/great-hymns-for-growing-hearts-christmas-edition-hard-copy/
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.
Follow my journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and www.nohighercalling.org