In this episode, I welcome to the show Christian author and speaker Kelly Needham to talk about the privilege of spending time alone with God. We chat about what solitude means, Kelly’s journey in embracing time alone with God, and the main obstacles that keep us from engaging with God on our own. Kelly also shares some great tips for moms for deve…

In this month's episode, I chat to wife, mama, and author, Emily Darnell, about the concept of Abiding in Christ. We cover the following questions: What does Abiding in Christ actually mean? What is the role of the Scripture and the Holy Spirit in helping us abide in Christ? How can we abide in Christ as busy mamas? How can we teach our children ho…

This is the first episode of 2024 and also the beginning of the Walking with Jesus podcast series. In this episode, I talk to my friend, Vanessa Luu, about how God wants us to choose faith in Him over fear. Vanessa shares some personal testimonies of how God has helped her grow in this area. She also shares some ways we can grow in our faith as mom…

In this week's episode, I'm sharing a conversation between myself and my husband Luís on how we celebrate the Sabbath as a family. We talk about why we believe celebrating the Sabbath is for us today as Christians, God's life-giving invitation to rest, and what we've learnt in the process of keeping the Sabbath. Listen in and let us know what you t…

In this episode, I talk about resting in freedom as we understand God's design for rest. I also explore why we can rest, and how we can rest as busy mamas. For the episode show notes, check out the corresponding article Join the Unique Mums community and get your Free Guide Finding Rest In The Midst Of Chaos…

This podcast episode is part of the Rule of Life series and today we're looking at working for Jesus. In today's episode, I talk to Jen Kosuda about what work looks like in Kingdom Culture - where work is less about striving, and more about surrender to Christ. Meet Jen! Jennifer Kosuda, founder of The Art of a Messy House, is a wife, mom, teacher,…

In this episode, I share my heart on what it means to work in surrender. Sometimes we’re restless and burdened because we haven’t surrendered our work to the Lord. At least not completely. We’re working from a place of striving, people-pleasing and cultural conformity, instead of letting God lead us. Jesus’ yoke is easy, and His burden is light. In…

In today's episode, I chat with my friend and fellow writer, Leslie Moore, about waiting on God in seasons of transition and finding joy and rest in the present. Meet Leslie! Leslie might live in a sleepy southern town, but her stories are thrilling. Leslie writes historical romances spanning from the foundations of early England to the 1970s, brin…

In this episode, I talk about 10 ideas to make our homemaking simpler, which will help us slow down and embrace Jesus's life-giving rhythms. For details on cleaning routines, check out - the TOMM cleaning routine - the Flylady routine - Old Fashioned homemaking routines For further homemaking resources, check out the blog Join the Unique Mums commu…

In this episode, I talk about following the way of Jesus in choosing a simple life with fewer things and less hustle. I also talk about some practial areas in which we can choose slow and simple instead of rushed and complex. For the podcast notes, check out https://uniquemums.co.uk/ Don't want to miss out on podcast episodes and blog posts? Join t…

In this episode, I talk about the importance of meeting with God in the secret place. This is not about a legalistic rule, but about relationship with the Father. It's in the secret place that we come to God as we are and He enables us to surrender all to Him. Doubts, questions, or comments? Contact me! https://uniquemums.co.uk/contact/ Check out m…

Today on the podcast we're going to be looking at the freedom of having a rule of life. In church circles, much is said against legalism. And rightly so. Legalism is about obeying laws to earn righteousness, rather than receiving righteousness as a gift from God. Nevertheless, in our zeal to steer away from legalism, we often discard the importance…

In today's podcast episode, I'm sharing some ways we can go about sharing the Gospel with others - as a family. Sharing the Gospel as a family is not simply a nice thing to do, but it's actually a step of obedience in fulfilling the Great Commission. (Matthew 28:16-20) Yes, we can share the Gospel individually, but think how much more blessing we'l…

In this episode, I talk about the importance of us choosing to walk by the Spirit and live like Jesus lived - intentionally loving God and others. This is completely counter-cultural in our world of hustle and hurry, but when we live in surrender to God's spirit, we can truly be salt and light. Questions or comments? Contact me! https://uniquemums.…

In this episode, I share 5 practical tips to help mums in seeking the secret place with God. For the podcast notes, check out https://uniquemums.co.uk/ Check out my free devotional book Purposeful Work, Blessed Rest Join the Unique Mums community and get your Free Guide Finding Rest In The Midst Of Chaos ⁠https://uniquemums.co.uk/freeguide/⁠…

In this episode, I share some practical tips for praying together as a family in terms of how to pray, when to pray and what to pray. PRAY strategy P for praise – start with praising God as a family. R for repent – repent together of specific sins that have arisen between you as a family. Also ask the Lord to show you if there’s anything else you n…

This is episode four in the Missional Motherhood podcast series. Today we're looking at the number one thing Jesus Mamas need to share the Gospel with their kids. What is it? A close relationship with God! So, mama, if you’ve been feeling spiritually distant from God, I want to challenge you to turn to God right now, wherever you are (pause this ep…

In this episode, I have a lovely conversation about missional motherhood with fellow author, mama, and Jesus follower, Jessie Mattis. Jessie and I talk about the importance of authenticity, intentionality, and openness in our Gospel-centred conversations with our kids. We also talk about the importance of not just talking about God, but living for …

In this episode, I talk about five ways we can talk to our children about Jesus, i.e, certain disciplines and routines that will help open opportunities to talk about Jesus in a natural ways. In the audio, I mention certain resources you can use in teaching our kids the Gospel: - the Big Picture Story Bible (ages 2-6) - the Jesus Storybook Bible (a…

This episode is the first in the Missional Motherhood series. In this episode I talk about what missional motherhood means for Christian mamas, why it's important, and my experience as a Christian mama. In this episode I mention the concept of being a disciple, or apprentice, of Jesus and how that translates into motherhood. For the episode notes, …

In today's episode, I go into detail about my recent experience in breaking up with social media and the five main reasons that led me to this decision. I also talk about three more positive reasons for letting go, and why I kept Pinterest and YouTube. Listen in to hear my heart. The complete notes are in the corresponding blog post https://uniquem…

In today's episode, I chat to my friend, Ericka Clay, about her experience with Social Media, how God uses Social Media redemptively, and how she puts up Social Media guardrails as a mother. We also talk about some of the reasons behind social media compulsion, and how we need guidance from the Holy Spirit so we can discern if and how much we use S…

In this episode, I explore the concept of digital minimalism and what it means for us as Christian mamas. I also go into some detail about why our smartphones in particular cause us to hurry and some very practial ways we can reduce our digital devices (from minute 15). Here's the episode outline: - Why smartphones cause us to hurry (with research …

In this episode, I chat about steps we can follow to help us create margin in our lives as Jesus mamas. Creating breathing room and a slower life is not a luxury for those who don't work. It's the way of Jesus. Jesus worked hard. Yet, He also rested. When Jesus worked, He did so intentionally. Jesus gave people His time. Let's then learn to live sl…

In this episode, I enjoy a lovely conversation with my friend, Bella Easterbrook from Over The Teacups . We chat about God's desire to help us as mamas to live intentionally and we discuss the basis for living slowly as Christians. We also chat about the practical aspects of being busy mamas and God's work in our lives in helping us slow down. I lo…

In today's episode, I chat with my friend Hailey Lindberg about how slow living relates to the Gospel, motherhood, and homemaking. This is a fantastic interview and I loved hearing Hailey's thoughts on living for Christ in our homes. Hailey is a wife, mama and homemaker. She also hosts the Confessions of a Homemaker blog and podcast. About slow liv…

In this episode, I talk about the importance of Sabbath for slowing down as Christian mamas. I also explore how Sabbath is about stopping, resting, delighting, and worshipping and I give 7 guidelines in how you can practice Sabbath as a family. Check out the full notes for this episode at https://uniquemums.co.uk/category/podcast/ If you'd like to …

In this podcast episode, I share 5 practices we can adopt as mamas to help us live more like Jesus and choose intentionality over rush, and peace over stress. Here are five practices: 1. Create time for margin 2. Say “no” to anything that is not a priority in this season in life 3. Don’t say "yes" to every new opportunity and purchase that comes yo…

What is slow living? Why is it beneficial? In this episode, I give my take on slow living based on research and my own experience and I talk about the benefits of taking on a slower pace of life. I also give some general ideas on how to implement slow living based on what works for me and my family. If you'd like to grow in this area, check out my …

In this week's episode, I share how trusting in God is key to helping us step out in faith. Focus verse "Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing?" - Matthew 6:25 Questions for reflection I…

In this week's devotion, I share about how God wants us to step out in faith and live missionally with our families. He wants us to step out in faith and proclaim the Gospel. Focus verse “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.” Mark 16:15 Devotion Stepping out in faith is part of the Jesus-centred life. When the world …

In this podcast episode, I interview my friend and fellow author, Ericka Clay. We talk about her testimony of when she came to Christ (it's amazing!!), key moments in her life where God asked her to step out in faith, and what God has been teaching her as a wife and mother. I ask Ericka the following questions: 1. Ericka, you're a wife and mom, as …

To step out in faith, we need to fix our gaze on Jesus. This is the third devotion in the Stepping Out In Faith Devotional Series. Focus verse “Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” - Matthew 14:28 Questions for reflection - Which of God’s attributes helps you to grow in faith? - Can you think of a situation when…

This devotion focuses on the story of Peter walking on water towards Jesus from Matthew 14. Focus verse "Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus." Matthew 14:29 Questions for reflection In what areas do you particularly struggle to have faith? Do you sometimes feel anxious about your children’s wellbeing and f…

In this episode, I share about when God asks us to step out of the boat and trust in Him. Focus verse But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” “Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” “Come,” he said. - Matthew 14:27-29 Questions for reflection What areas in your life do you fee…

In today's episode, I interview my Christian author friend, Vanessa Luu, about her Christian faith. We talk about key moments in her life that grew her faith, how faith is a walk, her tips in how we can grow in faith, and what God has been teaching her as she shares Christian content with others. Here are the questions I asked Vanessa in today's po…

In this episode, we're going to look at this amazing truth: when we ask according to God's will, He gives us what we ask for! Focus verse “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him.” 1 John 5…

How do we grow in faith? Well, one of the ways we grow in faith happens when we "form a tortoise". Find out more! Questions for reflection How can you take up the shield of faith in your personal walk with God when you go through fiery trials? Who can you be accountable to in terms of sharing your struggles? What can you teach your children about t…

How do we grow in faith? We need a change of direction! In this episode, I share what that means, as well as a testimony of God's faithfulness. Focus Verse “Where is your faith?’ he asked his disciples. In fear and amazement they asked one another, “Who is this? He commands even the winds and the water, and they obey him.” Luke 8:25 Questions for r…

How do we grow in faith? The answer may surprise you, as we discover how a change in focus is exactly what we need. In this devotion, I give a personal testimony about how God used a trying situation to grow my faith. This devotion is part of the "Growing In Faith" Devotional Series. Focus verse “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, …

This is episode 1 in the Growing In Faith Devotional Series. Today's devotion is about how we grow in faith as we focus on God, instead of focusing on our struggles. In this episode I also share a bit more about me and my family. Focus verse So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ. Romans 10:17 Questions for reflection H…

This is episode six in the Purposeful Work Devotional Series: Seek First His Kingdom Part 2. This devotion is about trusting in God and His goodness so much that we put His Kingdom first. Focus verse Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these thi…

This is devotion number five in the Purposeful Work Devotional Series: Seek First His Kingdom Part 1. This devotion is about how God wants us to work purposefully in His Kingdom. Focus verse Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and …

This is devotion number four in the Purposeful Work Devotional Series. This week's devotion is about resting in God's strength to do His will. Focus verse I can do all things through him who strengthens me. - Philippians 4:13 Questions for reflection How can you pursue God’s Kingdom first in your life? Think about the times when you feel like givin…

This is devotion number three in the Purposeful Work Devotional Series: Please Your Commanding Officer. This week's devotion is an encouragement to live for God's Kingdom and please Jesus. Focus verse No one serving as a soldier gets entangled in civilian affairs, but rather tries to please his commanding officer - 2 Timothy 2:4 Questions for refle…

This is devotion number two in the Purposeful Work Devotional Series: Each One Should Carry Their Own Load. This devotion is about how we don't need to live under the burden of a responsibility that is not ours to bear. Focus Verse Each one should test their own actions. Then they can take pride in themselves alone, without comparing themselves to …

This is devotion number one in the Purposeful Work Devotional Series: Let Us Not Grow Weary Of Doing Good. This week's devotion is an encouragement to persist in doing good work, because God promises we will reap fruit when we do. Focus verse And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. - Galatians …

This is devotion number six in the Silence Is Golden Devotional Series. In today's devotion, I focus on us being patient in our hope in God. Focus verse Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways, when they carry out their wicked schemes. - Psalm 37:7 Questions for reflection Do you sometimes …

This is devotion number five in the Silence Is Golden Devotional Series. In today's devotion, I share about how God strengthens us when we wait for Him. Focus verse Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. Psalm 27:14 Questions for reflection What anxieties have dragged you down recently? Are there situations in the lives …

This is devotion number four in the Silence Is Golden Devotional Series. In this devotion, I share about how we need to follow Jesus' example and find desolate places to be alone with our Father. Focus Verse And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, he departed and went out to a desolate place, and there he prayed. (Mark 1:35) …