Best Homeschooling mother of 12 Podcasts (2024)

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EP 57: How Our Family Handles Children's Chores 23:42

2h ago23:42

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This week on the Loving Life at Home Podcast, we’re talking all about children’s chores. I’ve been fielding a lot of questions on this topic lately, and I realize I haven’t shared much about how we handle chores at our house, so today is the day! I hope you'll listen in. Show Notes VERSES CITED: - Proverbs 14:4 - "Where there are no oxen, the mange…

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1.5 Family Court 48:41

3d ago48:41

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Family court is our way of holding our children accountable for their actions at age-appropriate levels without taking away from the joy of learning, character-building, and family fun. Join us as we highlight how the wise King Solomon judged between two harlots in Scripture, compare and contrast how the world will treat its own, and the Clark Fami…

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1.6 Story Time 58:04

3d ago58:04

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When our children cut up, act out, and misbehave, we have a choice, parents. Match their folly or tell them a story! Redirecting the negative attention-seeking behavior and unwillingness to obey our parenting is a telltale sign {pineapple!} for us as parents to show them their folly through the lens of Scripture. Join AC as she tells a story of how…

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Episode 12: Vulnerability, Healing, and Drive Thru's 47:33

5d ago47:33

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In this week’s episode, we get pretty raw about our current state of mind and getting in tune with our emotions. We chat about “chasing happiness” and how it’s less about getting there, and more about embodying it. Lastly, we chat about Rach’s latest experience in a drive thru - why are drive thru’s such a high pressure environment?! Follow us on I…

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EP 56: How to Make a Good Apology 20:43

7d ago20:43

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My topic this week is something that is very basic but is also extremely important. The sooner you master it, the sooner you’ll start reaping the benefits in each and every relationship you have. It will improve your interactions with your spouse, your children, your parents, your siblings, your coworkers, your neighbors, cashiers, waiters, custome…

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EP 55: Smoothing Your Child's Passage to Adulthood 29:25

14d ago29:25

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Parents frequently ask us for tips on successfully launching their young adult kids. While there are no guaranteed formulas, today I'm sharing some general tips to help smooth your child's passage to adulthood. Show NotesVERSES CITED: - 1 Corinthians 14:20 - "Be innocent as babies when it comes to evil, but be mature in understanding matters...." -…

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Episode 11: Homeschooling w/ Hayley Zadko 53:15

15d ago53:15

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On this week's episode, Sydney sits down with Hayley Zadko to discuss homeschooling. We dive into why she chose to homeschool her two youngest children, what a "day in the life" looks like, what she's noticed about her children since choosing to homeschool, and what the future of 'school' looks like for our society.…

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EP 54: How to Cultivate a Thriving Marriage 18:42

21d ago18:42

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A marriage is a lot like a garden. Both require a lot of tending. In Episode 54 of the Loving Life at Home Podcast, we'll explore six essentials that must be present if you want your marriage (or your garden) to thrive. Show NotesVERSES CITED: - Psalm 139:23-24 - "“Search me, O God, and know my heart..." - Hosea 10:12 - “Sow righteousness for yours…

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Episode #6 Dangers of Not Taking Nutrition Seriously, You Must Learn Psalms 91 and the Lesson of Hebrews 12, Forgetfulness and Being Overloaded 25:19

23d ago25:19

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The Sisterhood of Motherhood is building a community to share insights and information about motherhood to increase understanding and provide solutions and reassurance for the journey. Instead of teaching just raw information found anywhere, you will be challenged to use critical thinking skills to help you become a better person. Enjoy interesting…

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Episode 10: Sundays, Psychedelic's, and Dealing with Loss 1:18:55

28d ago1:18:55

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In this episode, we discuss the Sunday blues and our top 4 way of getting through them, how using cannabis and microdosing mushrooms can be beneficial, and lastly, Rachel gets candid about losing her mom at a young age and the ways in which it drastically changed her outlook on life. Thoughts on this episode? Send us your comments on our socials: I…

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EP 53: Microsystems for Managing Your Home 41:50

28d ago41:50

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This week, I'm tackling a question from one of my most faithful listeners of all time (who also happens to be my daughter-in-law): Rebekah Joy. She asked me to cover some of the microsystems for managing our home that my husband and I put in place to keep everything running smoothly. Once she explained the kind of microsystems she was talking about…

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Episode 09: Gossiping, Witchcraft, & Mother Nature 54:35

1M ago54:35

54:35

This week, Rachel & Sydney sat down with no definte plan and ended up with one of the most in-depth episodes yet. From gossiping and their philosphy on why women love to do it, to the witch-hunts that took place in the 1700s, to how nature is the key to finding ourselves in 2024. You definitely won't get bored with this epi!!! Liked this episode? W…

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EP 52: Helping Your Husband Make Better Food Choices 16:35

1M ago16:35

16:35

I received a message from a listener this week who was concerned about her husband's health. His diet needs work, he does't get enough sleep or enough exercise, and lately he's been experiencing chest pain. She wondered if I could give her some ideas for motivating him to make better decisions. On this episode of Loving Life at Home, I'm sharing th…

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Episode 08: Airplanes, Commitment, & Engagement Rings 59:27

1M ago59:27

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WE'RE BACK BABY! After 3 week of being apart, we finally sit down to catch up on everything that's happened in each other's lives - like Rachel getting married (!!!) and Sydney getting food poisoning on her 11 flight home from Europe (LOL) Tune in with us as we discuss our recent travels, what we think marriage means in 2024, and our hot take on en…

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EP 51: Waiting in a Way that Honors God 9:26

1M ago9:26

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So much of life is spent in limbo. Waiting for a baby, a ride, or a test result. Waiting for a paycheck, a court date, or summer vacation. We wait… and wait… and wait some more. Is there a way we can do it to the glory of God? How can we wait in a way that honors Him? Show NotesVERSES CITED: - “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankf…

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1.4 A Mother's Influence 25:44

2M ago25:44

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There is a misconception that homeschooling is simply an alternative choice to public and private schools. Generations of parents habitually pass their children over to the culture and systems with no regard for foundational home training. As a result, children are woefully ill-prepared for adulthood. AC highlights the incredible power mothers have…

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Episode 07: Sisters, Work-Life Balance, the Economy and Having Kids 48:15

2M ago48:15

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On this week's episode, you are joined with Rachel and her younger sister and roommate Emily. They discuss having a sister vs. having a brother, the economy and it's effect on mental health, workplace culture, and more. Emily discusses why she may not want children one day and why. This episode is ended with some funny stories involving the airport…

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EP 50: Marriage Lessons Best Learned by Example 10:00

2M ago10:00

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The marriage lessons we learn by example are often the most memorable. Some of the examples we see teach us what works, what leads to a successful, happy marriage, what we may want to emulate in our own. But sometimes the examples we see serve as cautionary tales. They show us what doesn’t work, what kinds of attitudes and behaviors will submarine …

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Episode #5 Best Career Guide, Guiding Your Family's Spiritual Health in Uncertain and Hard Times 15:12

2M ago15:12

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The Sisterhood of Motherhood is building a community to share insights and information about motherhood to increase understanding and provide solutions and reassurance for the journey. Instead of teaching just raw information found anywhere, you will be challenged to use critical thinking skills to help you become a better person. Enjoy interesting…

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EP 49: On Miscarriage - Help for Hurting Hearts 17:29

2M ago17:29

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Since I sometimes hear from women asking for advice on dealing with miscarriages, I wanted to share my thoughts and experience with this topic in hopes of encouraging others who may be suffering from the same kind of grief and loss. Listen in as we discuss recovery, rainbow babies, responding to insensitive remarks, and more. Show NotesVERSES CITED…

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1.3 Language Learners 32:03

2M ago32:03

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Life and death are in the power of the tongue. The same instrument we use to pour into our children and build them up can also kill their spirits and tear them down. Blessing and cursing can not come from the same mouth. Teaching our children the implications of what comes out of their mouths and how followers of Christ should use the instruments H…

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EP 48: The Surest Way to Get Where You're Going 10:27

2M ago10:27

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Our family is on the road again this week our way to North Carolina (at least the ones who aren’t taking college classes this summer). As usual, we prayed in the driveway before we left home, asking God to watch over us while we’re traveling and to get us safely to our destination. But a couple of other practices help make sure we get where we're g…

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1.2 He Brought A Sword Y'all! 31:42

2M ago31:42

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Our children are young for only a brief season. We have a small window of time before they become adults to teach, train, and prepare them to go out as sheep among wolves. Our role as parents is to introduce them to sin, how it corrupts relationships, and prepare them to navigate the effects of sin on a fallen and broken world.…

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Episode 06: Two-Stepping, Disconnecting, & Getting Married 45:26

2M ago45:26

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In this week's episode, we sit down to discuss Sydney's latest experience going out (think country bar), disconnecting from your phone for a week, and lastlyyyy, some of the things Rachel's doing at her wedding that differ from the "norm". As always, we love to hear from you! Questions about today's episode? Connect with us on our socials: Instagra…

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Episode #4 Discipline, Motivation, Education Not Newsworthy, Garden and Farm Animals 16:35

2M ago16:35

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The Sisterhood of Motherhood is building a community to share insights and information about motherhood to increase understanding and provide solutions and reassurance for the journey. Instead of teaching just raw information found anywhere, you will be challenged to use critical thinking skills to help you become a better person. Enjoy interesting…

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EP 47: 6 Tips for Dealing with Change 21:31

2M ago21:31

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Sooner or later, we will all face change of some sort. Change is an inevitable part of life. The question is, how will we deal with change when it comes. Today, I'm sharing six strategies I use to keep my wits when my world is turning upside down. Show NotesVERSES CITED: - Philippians 3:13-14 - "...forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward t…

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1.1 Make Family Your Business 30:15

2M ago30:15

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This season's primer episode is all about making family your business! AC outlines how she and her husband set the standard for teaching and training their children at home. The Clark Family Home School (CFHS) is all about instilling good old-fashioned character building, knowing God's Word, and preparing their children for adulthood.…

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Trailer 5:08

2M ago5:08

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The Clark Family Homeschool Chronicles is an extension of ACv Family Talk. Dive deeper with AC as she chronicles the seasons of motherhood as a wife, mother of five, and full-time educator at home. She shares what it tangibly looks like to instill good old-fashioned home training and character-building into her children. From discovering how your c…

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Episode 05: Religion, Catholic Guilt, & Inner Child 58:10

3M ago58:10

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In this week's episode, we sat down to discuss our experiences growing up in the Catholic church. What started off as a conversation about the Ashley Madison documentary (if you haven't watched it yet, add it to your list), quickly turned into a deep conversation regarding religion, "Catholic guilt", and our journey to healing our inner child. Whoa…

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EP 46: Let Us Never Forget 9:17

3M ago9:17

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Show NotesVERSES CITED: - John 15:13 - "Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." - 1 John 3:16 - "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters." RELATED LINKS: The Boy Enlists by Edgar Albert Guest In Flanders Field by …

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Episode 04: A Little Bit of Everything 50:50

3M ago50:50

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This week we sit down to discuss a little bit of everything: from PMS and dealing with hormones, to Kim K getting booed and keyboard warriors, to the distrubution of wealth and income disparity. Sticking to one topic per episode? Says who!By Rachel Illerbrun and Sydney Valk

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EP 45: Don't Waste the Crust (the Tough Part's Important) 7:46

3M ago7:46

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Show NotesVERSES CITED: - “Pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:17-18) - “These things I have spoken unto you that in Me ye might have peace. In the world you shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer, for I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) and… - “Consider it …

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Episode 03: Reality TV 49:22

3M ago49:22

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In this week's epsiode, we discuss our thoughts on reality tv (including SCANDAVOL), the effects of social media and cancel culture, and of course, our laugh it off or learn from it segment (the girls didn't hold back this week).By Rachel Illerbrun and Sydney Valk

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EP 44: Cultivating Friendship Between Siblings 18:46

3M ago18:46

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One of the first things people usually notice about our children is how well they get along. Sure, they have occasional squabbles, but that is the exception rather than the rule. For the most part, they really love and admire one another and enjoy being in each other's company. They are friends. And cultivating friendship between siblings is the to…

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Episode #3 Parents, Programs, Practices in Communicating & Preschoolers 25:18

3M ago25:18

25:18

The Sisterhood of Motherhood is building a community to share insights and information about motherhood to increase understanding and provide solutions and reassurance for the journey. Instead of teaching just raw information found anywhere, you will be challenged to use critical thinking skills to help you become a better person. Enjoy interesting…

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Episode 02: Drinking Culture: Oops I Did It Again 51:52

3M ago51:52

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In light of Sydney's recent bachelorette experience, this week we decided to sit down and discuss today's drinking culture, some tips on how to overcome "hangxiety", getting to know your relationship with alcohol, awareness vs. overanalyzing, and our own personal stories that involve drinking... Because we are ALL guilty of over-indulging at least …

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EP 43: 6 Surefire Strategies to Wipe Out Whining 5:52

3M ago5:52

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If you’ve ever had a child who is given to whining, you know how grating it can get on the nerves of every member of the household. But thankfully, there is an effective way to help your little one break this bad habit. Listen to this week's episode of Loving Life at Home to learn six surefire strategies to wipe out whining. Show NotesRELATED VERSE…

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Episode 01: Comfort Zones, People Pleasing, & Traditions 59:50

4M ago59:50

59:50

Welcome to the first epsiode of Says Who? Podcast. In this episode, we discuss why getting out of your comfort zone can be a good thing (and why it can be triggering for some), people pleasing (and how to set boundaries), and different traditions we wanna question (and find ourselves disagreeing on). Pour yourself a glass of wine, put on your favor…

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EP 42: Traveling with Children 50:49

4M ago50:49

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Over the years, our family has found ways to make traveling with children more enjoyable, economical, educational, and easy. Listen in for tips you can use on your next family vacation. Show NotesRELATED SCRIPTURE: - Psalm 37:23 - "The steps of a man are ordered by the LORD who takes delight in his journey." - Proverbs 16:9 - "A man’s heart plans h…

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Episode 0: INTRO 3:32

4M ago3:32

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Have you ever felt like your purpose in life is to cross off a to-do list that you didn’t even write? Graduate college before 21, have kids before 25, use your manners and only speak when spoken to. Says who? Have you ever stopped to think, “what really makes me happy?” Let’s dive in. Our chats are naturally accompanied by sarcasm, tough love, and …

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EP 41: How I Met My Husband 27:01

4M ago27:01

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This is birthday week for our family: my daughter's birtday is the 20th, mine's the 21st, my husband's is the 22, and we met on the 23rd. That last point -- the story of how I met my husband -- is the topic of today's podcast. Show NotesVERSES CITED: - Isaiah 55:18 - "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares t…

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Episode #2 Poem, Homeschool, Education Crisis, Goal Charts, Garden Plan 28:48

4M ago28:48

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The Sisterhood of Motherhood is building a community to share insights and information about motherhood to increase understanding and provide solutions and reassurance for the journey. Instead of teaching just raw information found anywhere, you will be challenged to use critical thinking skills to help you become a better person. Enjoy interesting…

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EP 40: Setting Worthwhile Goals 18:34

4M ago18:34

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Goals are important because they provide a sense of purpose and direction. Proverbs 16:9 assures us “A man’s heart plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps.” So even when you aren’t 100% sure what the LORD would have you do with your time, I recommend prayerfully setting a worthwhile goal and working toward it. As long as you hold your plans l…

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EP 39: Should a Married Woman Have Close Male Friends? 27:59

4M ago27:59

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How should husbands and wives navigate friendships with the opposite sex? That's our podcast topic this week, prompted by an email I got from a reader wanting to know, "Should a married woman have close male friends?" Show NotesVERSES CITED: - Genesis 2:24 - "For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united..." - Mark 10:7-9 - “…

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EP 38: Making the Most of Your Child's Learning Style 39:42

5M ago39:42

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Modern lists of learning styles are much lengthier than the one I learned in school. And after raising 12 children, I can think of a few learning styles I've never seen on any chart. So in this episode of Loving Life at Home, we are discussing how to make the most of your child's learning style -- and what to do if you can't figure it out. SCRIPTUR…

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Episode #1 Healthy Homes, Charter Schools, Making Mayo, Preserving Food 18:01

5M ago18:01

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The Sisterhood of Motherhood Podcast is building a community to share insights and information about motherhood to increase understanding and provide solutions and reassurance for the journey. Welcome! This is our inaugural episode of the Sisterhood of Motherhood. Thanks for being a part! Sisterhood of Motherhood The Sisterhood of Motherhood Podcas…

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EP 37: Favorite Easter Traditions 23:28

5M ago23:28

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In honor of holy week, I 'm sharing a few of our family’s favorite Easter traditions today. Although I love baskets and bunnies and colorful candy as much as anyone, we’ve always tried to place the main emphasis of this season on the sacrificial death and bodily resurrection of Jesus – and on what Christ’s finished work means to those who put their…

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EP 36: The Wrong Way to Propose Marriage 11:23

5M ago11:23

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Today's the anniversary of the day my husband proposed to me, so I'm taking a little walk down memory lane.... One thing I've learned through more than three and a half decades of marriage? Endings are far more important than beginnings. Show NotesVERSES CITED: - Matthew 21:28-32 - "There was a man who had two sons. He went to the first and said...…

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EP 35: How to Disagree Respectfully 18:59

5M ago18:59

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I worked a 14-hour shift at the polls last week for Super Tuesday. And every passing week takes us deeper into an election season that is looking more and more like a repeat of 2020. Which makes me think now would be a great time to review an important concept that seems to have been lost in our current cultural climate: And that is the ability to …

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EP 34: #1 Rule for Building a Happy Marriage 11:16

5M ago11:16

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You don’t have to dig very deep to discover the #1 rule for building a happy marriage. Jesus spelled out our standard in the Sermon on the Mount: “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” (Luke 6:31) In marriage, that translates to "Treat your spouse as you wish to be treated." Show NotesVERSES CITED: - Luke 6:31 - Mark 12:31 - Philippia…

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