- 53 minutes 53 secondsEp. 149: Raising “Successful” Young Adults (A Chat with Jonathan Brush)
Are we willing our young adults for success as they go out into the world, and are we even defining success correctly?
These questions are just two of the many I tackle with my guest, Jonathan Brush from Unbound Ministries.
With multiple decades of working with youth and young adults under his belt, Jonathan approaches helping them thrive in a world full of pitfalls and opportunities for failure in a refreshing, practical, and approachable way.
Be encouraged, parents, that, in Christ, you have what it takes to equip your older kids with the biblical knowledge and godly principles they need to go out into the world and make an impact for the Kingdom!
Guest Info:
Jonathan Brush - President and CEO of Unbound Ministries
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Bible References:
Genesis 1:27
Philippians 2:17
Matthew 22:36-40
Proverbs 16:9
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Philippians 2
Exodus 20:1-17
Colossians 1:20
Genesis 50:20
Matthew 16:23
Matthew 14:22-33
John 18:10-11
Romans 8:28
Hebrews 12:11
Hebrews 12:6
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27 May 2026, 5:00 am - 1 hour 1 minuteEp. 148: WWKW (May 2026)
In our last Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday episode of this podcast season, I share several tidbits of exciting news from our family (hint: Europe 2.0, baby!), answer your burning questions about toddlers, and so much more!
I’m so glad you enjoy these long-form answer-style episodes as much as I enjoy making them!
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Episode 59: Rhythms and Margins
Episode 8: Talking Toddlers Part 1
Episode 9: Talking Toddlers Part 2
Bible References:
Ephesians 6:1
Ephesians 6:4
Matthew 6:7
Ephesians 4:26
2 Corinthians 12:7
Galatians 6:9
Romans 5:3-5
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20 May 2026, 5:00 am - 51 minutes 37 secondsEp. 147: Prepping for Postpartum (A Chat with Anne Marie Williams)
Postpartum is such a special time in every mom’s life, but it can also has its fair share of challenges: hormonal shifts, sleepless nights, and physical recovery, to name a few.
Our guest Anne Marie Williams is here to encourage moms to be proactive with their postpartum, actively pursuing ways to get help, think ahead, and manage their expectations.
We chat about everything from meal prep to different postpartum syndromes to getting back into exercise—all with the goal of bringing more joy and peace to the postpartum mom’s life.
Take heart that you can be prepared with God-honoring, practical ways to do postpartum well!
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Anne Marie Williams
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Bible References:
Romans 8:28
James 1:5
1 Corinthians 10:31
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14 May 2026, 2:29 am - 31 minutesEp. 146: The Piggybank Playbook (A Chat with Bryant Greening)
If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s desire to have a lemonade stand is an indication of future financial stewardship or a glimmer of true entrepreneurial spirit, you’ll love this episode!
Bryant Greening has taken his own childhood (then adult) propensities for building businesses and translated them into a resource for kids called The Piggybank Playbook.
Part vision casting, part practical record-keeping practice, the Piggybank Playbook helps parents take their child’s interests and transform them into something actionable and even charitable.
If you’ve been looking for a way to encourage your kids to build life skills around money and stewardship, this is the episode for you.
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Guest Info:
Bryant Greening - Author of Piggybank Playbook
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6 May 2026, 5:00 am - 56 minutes 21 secondsEp. 145: Contentment for Christian Women (A Chat with Tilly Dillehay)
What if we truly believe our contentment were not linked to our circumstances—that we really do have the ability to give thanks in all circumstances, as we’re exhorted to do by Scripture?
What would it change?
For the Christian woman mired in bitterness and comparison, the answer just might be “everything.”
In this conversation with Tilly Dillehay, we explore the influences in modern culture that drive Christian women to consider themselves short-changed by their husbands, their children, and, ultimately, God.
Join us for a thought-provoking show sure to step on your toes a little even while it encourages you to keep your eyes squarely focused on Christ.
Guest Info:
Tilly Dillehay
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Bible References:
Genesis 3:1
Philippians 4:4-13
Romans 7:15-20
Psalm 116:15
1 Corinthians 10:31
Philippians 2
Matthew 16:24-26
Genesis 1:27
1 Corinthians 14:33
Proverbs 31
Galatians 6:2
Galatians 5:1
1 John 5:4-5
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29 April 2026, 5:00 am - 48 minutes 10 secondsEp. 144: Healthy Eating Tips for Kids
Every week, on Whaddya Wanna Know Wednesday, I get asked for tips for picky eaters, how to get kids in the kitchen (without losing your mind), and teaching kids about healthy eating choices.
In this episode, we tackle all of these topics and more with Katie Kimble from Raising Healthy Families.
She provides lots of practical suggestions for overwhelmed moms, gives great insight on how to equip kids to take agency for their contributions at home (and in the kitchen, specifically), and helps demystify the struggle to feed kids healthy food.
I know every mom who listens to this episode will come away with valuable insights into a topic that has many parents scratching their heads.
Guest Info:
Katie Kimball
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Mentions:
Ted x Talk: Picky Eating Isn't About the Food
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22 April 2026, 5:00 am - 40 minutes 42 secondsEp. 143: We’re Building Another House!! (Q&A)
If you had asked me if I had finding acreage and building another house on my bingo card for 2026, my answer would have been a resounding NO!
And yet, here we are!
In this episode, I’m tackling a bunch of your FAQs about how this came to be, the plan for our current house, and what we’re hoping to keep the same/change in the new build.
We’re excited (and a little nervous) to embark on this adventure and hope you’ll enjoy coming along for the ride!
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Bible References:
Job 1:21
Romans 8:28
1 Corinthians 10:31
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15 April 2026, 5:00 am - 49 minutes 52 secondsEp. 142: From Administrator to Homeschool Educator (A Chat with Mandy Davis)
Homeschool moms, you’re in for a treat as I chat today with Mandy Davis, a former public school administrator turned homeschool educator.
In this episode, we talk about her unlikely journey to homeschooling as well as what made her keep going once she arrived.
Woven throughout are so many tidbits and practical tips for new and seasoned homeschool moms.
Not only that, but Mandy’s created a resource for all homeschooling families capped The Homeschool Bible—with the goal of comprehensively answering the most common homeschooling questions. I know it will be a blessing to you!
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Guest Info:
Mandy Davis - Former Principal Turned Homeschool Mom
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Bible References:
Proverbs 16:9
James 4:15
1 Corinthians 10:31
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8 April 2026, 5:00 am - 46 minutes 56 secondsEp. 141: Help! I’m Ruining My Kids! (A Gospel Chat with Abbey Wedgeworth)
On today’s show, Abbie and Abbey talk all things grace, mom guilt, and perseverance in motherhood.
In a world that can swing from extremes such as try-hard motherhood perfectionism to the “hot mess express” mom, finding our center on the truth of the completed work of Christ for us as moms can feel almost impossible.
I’m thankful for grounded voices like Abbey’s who help moms to discern Scripture rightly and remind them of their worth in Christ as well as the high calling they have received to raise up the next generation in the teaching and admonition of the Lord.
Be encouraged you are not in this fight alone. And no matter how much you may feel like you’re failing, know that Christ’s sacrifice is more than enough to cover any sin or shortcoming, and today is great day to start again.
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Guest Info:
Abbey Wedgeworth - Author and Speaker
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Bible References:
2 Peter 1:3
1 Corinthians 10:13
James 3:1
Romans 8:1
2 Corinthians 10:5
Romans 3:23
Ephesians 2:6
Jeremiah 17:9
Romans 7:15-19
Romans 6:1
Galatians 5:1
James 2:15-16
Matthew 23:23
Philippians 2:6
Deuteronomy 6:6-8
Hebrews 4:12
Psalm 119:105
James 1:5
Luke 2:52
Matthew 14
Matthew 25:14-30
Matthew 7:6
Galatians 6:9
1 Peter 5:6
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1 April 2026, 5:00 am - 40 minutes 46 secondsEpisode 140: Christians and Birth (A Chat with Dannette McGrew)
If you’re a Christian and a mother (or soon to become one), this episode is for you!
Dannette McGrew, certified birth doula, is on the podcast today to talk about Christians and birth. We discuss everything from hypnobirthing to the best place to give birth (spoiler: it’s wherever the Lord leads you).
Everything that Dannette shares is rooted in a desire to compare birthing practices to the Word of God and approach birth in a way that honors the Giver of life.
Regardless of how your births have gone, I know you’ll find food for thought in today’s show.
Enjoy!
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Guest Info:
Dannette McGrew - Certified Birth Doula
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Bible References:
Matthew 7:13-14
2 Corinthians 12:9
Philippians 2:13
Genesis 3:16
John 16:21
Genesis 1:27
Matthew 22:36-40
James 1:5
Links:
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25 March 2026, 5:00 am - 42 minutes 13 secondsEp. 139: Spiritual Self-Talk (The Art of Preaching Truth to Yourself)
If you’ve ever found yourself mumbling about what you’re doing in the pantry or asking yourself why you walked into the garage and flipped on the lights, then you’re probably well-versed in the art of talking to yourself.
The science behind it is obvious: As we vocalize our thoughts out loud, we help our brains process better.
So, what if we applied this truth to our spiritual lives and began “talking back” to the lies our brains try to sell us sometimes? This exact practice of preaching truth to myself—out loud—is one that has served me well over 20 years of marriage and parenting.
And I think it could help you too!
Listen in as I give you concrete examples of what this looks like for me and how you too can benefit from talking yourself off of an emotional ledge before you ever tell anyone else something you might regret.
Sponsor Info:
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Bible References:
2 Corinthians 10:5
1 Corinthians 10:13
1 Peter 2:23
1 Timothy 5:8
Colossians 3:23-24
John 8:32
Luke 6:31
1 Corinthians 13
Romans 8:1
Romans 5:8
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