The Session: Special Guest, Betsy Marvin, host of Everyday Faith for Her!

Luke 10:41-42, “But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”

Our episode with Betsy today is all about the busy Christian mom.

Why Busy Christian Moms Feel So Overwhelmed & Spiritually Disconnected by Everyday life, & The simple faith principles they can use to get back to a life of peace, purpose, and connection with Jesus.

Often, in the world of noise and busy, we let our spiritual lives diminish while we go after all the things. Then, it can feel overwhelming to reconnect with God. I believe that there are some simple principles that we can use to reconnect with God and renew our walk with Him.

Talking points:

• Spiritual growth isn't found only in mountaintop moments
• How God works through everyday routines
• Developing a faith that survives difficult seasons
• Finding God in work, family, and relationships

The simple faith principles:

Reading a small portion of Scripture → understanding what God is saying → connecting it to what's happening today → responding to Him.

Spiritual growth rarely happens through dramatic moments alone. Betsy helps women discover how God uses everyday circumstances, ordinary routines, and small acts of obedience to build a lasting faith.

Find out more about Betsy Marvin and her ministry at https://www.betsymarvin.com

Her podcast is called Everyday Faith for Her. She does speak at conferences. We really enjoyed having her as a guest! Reach out if you need a special, powerful ladies event speaker!

A devotional podcast for parents on the go! Encouragement, Scripture, & prayer in just 7 minutes. Join the journey!

To reach Tom Russell, please call 419-709-8447, email Tom at tom.hccm@gmail.com, or visit his website at https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com

Click this link to purchase Tom’s devotional, “Seeing Yourself Through the Eyes of God: A Weekly Devotional for Improving Self-Esteem.”

The Session: Foster Care, with special guest, Sherry Bouquet, from Fostering Family Ministries

Thank you Greg & Sally Kibler for their monthly support!

Ps. 68:5-5 “A father of the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy habitation. God sets the solitary in families; He bring out those who are bound into prosperity; but the rebellious dwell in a dry land.”

We don’t have a lot for you as far as notes this episode. Our conversation with Sherry Bouquet was very free-flowing and off the cuff.

The goal of Fostering Family Ministries is to get children to a place of permanence, hopefully back with their family. But foster care and adoption are also very important and useful.

Fostering Family Ministries is headquartered in Ashland, Oh. But they offer training and service across the state. Please don’t hesitate to contact them if you need assistance or have any questions about fostering or adoption!

For more information about Fostering Family Ministries:

419-496-2507

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A devotional podcast for parents on the go! Encouragement, Scripture, & prayer in just 7 minutes. Join the journey!

To reach Tom Russell, please call 419-709-8447, email Tom at tom.hccm@gmail.com, or visit his website at https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com

Click this link to purchase Tom’s devotional, “Seeing Yourself Through the Eyes of God: A Weekly Devotional for Improving Self-Esteem.”

The Session: What to Do When Your Teen Girl is Pregnant – Or, How to Parent When Your Teen Becomes a Parent

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Psalm 139:13 says, "For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb.”

God made that baby and loves it. He has a plan for that child’s life.

From Focus on The Family

Process your reaction: Take time to calm down so your initial shock, anger, or disappointment does not push your teen away.

Listen actively: Let your teenager share her fears and thoughts without immediate judgment, lecturing, or harsh criticism.

Reassure love: Remind her that she is cared for and that you are there to face the situation together.

Your daughter desperately needs your love and support

Let her know that you’re ready, willing, and available to walk alongside her.

It is important to help your daughter work through the decisions that she has in front of her It will be important to help her study her options.

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They can help you set boundaries, establish expectations, and clarify the consequences of your daughter’s failure to abide by them.

How Scott & Shari handled consequences with their daughter…off praise team, no teaching.

It is important to remember that our God knew this baby and knit this baby together in its mother‘s womb.

Toms thoughts?

A devotional podcast for parents on the go! Encouragement, Scripture, & prayer in just 7 minutes. Join the journey!

To reach Tom Russell, please call 419-709-8447, email Tom at tom.hccm@gmail.com, or visit his website at https://www.heritagechristiancounselingofmansfield.com

Click this link to purchase Tom’s devotional, “Seeing Yourself Through the Eyes of God: A Weekly Devotional for Improving Self-Esteem.”