<![CDATA[Whole Family Mission]]>c88faecc-b32d-5ff4-94c8-fb34ebea9a88Wed, 27 May 2026 21:15:04 +0000Captivate.fmAmanda Colehttps://artwork.captivate.fm/d081c721-a101-4a9d-b6ff-40fbe42b5156/dZJ8SCeVgZ7D4d_zO0ziaQW5.pngWhole Family MissionAmanda ColeAmanda ColeEquipping Christian parents to raise disciples, live on mission, and build strong family teams. Each week, we dive into practical strategies and biblical insights to help you lead your children in faith, cultivate a Christ-centered home, and embrace your God-given mission as a unified family. Whether you're just starting out or deep in the parenting journey, you'll find encouragement, wisdom, and a community of families pursuing God's purpose—together.https://wholefamilymission.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcastEp. 34 | Biblical Literacy leads to true restEp. 34 | Biblical Literacy leads to true restHow do you find true rest? I'm talking about the kind of rest and peace that sustains you through the valley AND mountaintop seasons. The kind of rest that others look at your life and ask you how you seem to be handling it so well.

That kind of rest only comes from surrendering to the Lord. And the only way we can truly surrender to the Lord is to build a relationship with Him. You can't build a relationship with someone without getting to know their character.

Tune in to hear how pursuing biblical literacy leads to true rest and peace as you learn about the character of God. We walk through some specific Psalms of David that he wrote while he was being hunted down by his father-in-law, King Saul.

My hope is to teach a few key skills to studying and applying the Bible so you can live a life surrendered to the Lord and find the rest you've been waiting for.

1 Samuel 21:10-15 ESV

Psalm 59, Psalm 56, Psalm 34 ESV

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]]>How do you find true rest? I'm talking about the kind of rest and peace that sustains you through the valley AND mountaintop seasons. The kind of rest that others look at your life and ask you how you seem to be handling it so well.

That kind of rest only comes from surrendering to the Lord. And the only way we can truly surrender to the Lord is to build a relationship with Him. You can't build a relationship with someone without getting to know their character.

Tune in to hear how pursuing biblical literacy leads to true rest and peace as you learn about the character of God. We walk through some specific Psalms of David that he wrote while he was being hunted down by his father-in-law, King Saul.

My hope is to teach a few key skills to studying and applying the Bible so you can live a life surrendered to the Lord and find the rest you've been waiting for.

1 Samuel 21:10-15 ESV

Psalm 59, Psalm 56, Psalm 34 ESV

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]]>c564c3ad-ac5a-41f4-95da-5079434947a0Wed, 27 May 2026 17:15:00 -040048:19falsefull134341Ep. 33 | Biblical Literacy - What is it and why is it important?Ep. 33 | Biblical Literacy - What is it and why is it important?Well, hellllo, my friends! This episode has been a long time in the making. Meaning, God gave me this topic MONTHS ago and I hesitated, I doubted, I allowed distraction to keep from what He was asking me to do.

Biblical literacy is vital for all believers, yet why have most of us never heard of it or really understand what it is and how to pursue it? Press play now to hear how my pursuit of biblical literacy has completely changed my view of God and therefore, myself. This episode is me passing along some hard truths I had to learn along the way to hopefully save you some time and meandering in your faith journey!

Since I took an unexpected 3-month hiatus, I wanted to bring you up to date on current life events. You've all been along with me for the ride this past year; including launching the podcast in April 2025, a miscarriage, job loss, starting a business, and all the normal, mundane life things in between.

Tune in to hear the latest MAJOR life update that is honestly still surreal!

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]]>Well, hellllo, my friends! This episode has been a long time in the making. Meaning, God gave me this topic MONTHS ago and I hesitated, I doubted, I allowed distraction to keep from what He was asking me to do.

Biblical literacy is vital for all believers, yet why have most of us never heard of it or really understand what it is and how to pursue it? Press play now to hear how my pursuit of biblical literacy has completely changed my view of God and therefore, myself. This episode is me passing along some hard truths I had to learn along the way to hopefully save you some time and meandering in your faith journey!

Since I took an unexpected 3-month hiatus, I wanted to bring you up to date on current life events. You've all been along with me for the ride this past year; including launching the podcast in April 2025, a miscarriage, job loss, starting a business, and all the normal, mundane life things in between.

Tune in to hear the latest MAJOR life update that is honestly still surreal!

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]]>afbdd47b-3d8a-4bd9-9b89-b41ebf0401b3Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -040055:20falsefull133331Ep. 32 | God's design for marriage with Pastor Larry HaywardEp. 32 | God's design for marriage with Pastor Larry HaywardDid you know God had a specific design in mind for all people, for men and women specifically, and for marriage? I will be honest, this conversation immediately shifted something in my life and in my marriage. I feel like I got an hour of free counseling so I cannot wait to invite you to receive the same gift.

Special guest Pastor Larry Hayward is a family and marriage counselor and founder of Harmony in the Home after serving several decades as a pastor in various churches. He has been married over 40 years, has 4 adult children and 11 grandchildren. As he says in our conversation, he and his wife are still best friends after 4 decades together ;)

Tune in to hear how in Genesis chapters 1 & 2, men and women are designed to reflect different characteristics of God that when working together, create a beautiful reflection of Him. Unfortunately, Genesis 3 reveals how far they fall from God's original design and how most of us are still struggling with the same issues in our marriages.

You will walk away from this episode encouraged, convicted, motivated, and empowered to depend on God and lean into His design for you as husband/wife to develop a Genesis 1-2 marriage.

DO NOT WAIT ON THIS ONE!

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]]>Did you know God had a specific design in mind for all people, for men and women specifically, and for marriage? I will be honest, this conversation immediately shifted something in my life and in my marriage. I feel like I got an hour of free counseling so I cannot wait to invite you to receive the same gift.

Special guest Pastor Larry Hayward is a family and marriage counselor and founder of Harmony in the Home after serving several decades as a pastor in various churches. He has been married over 40 years, has 4 adult children and 11 grandchildren. As he says in our conversation, he and his wife are still best friends after 4 decades together ;)

Tune in to hear how in Genesis chapters 1 & 2, men and women are designed to reflect different characteristics of God that when working together, create a beautiful reflection of Him. Unfortunately, Genesis 3 reveals how far they fall from God's original design and how most of us are still struggling with the same issues in our marriages.

You will walk away from this episode encouraged, convicted, motivated, and empowered to depend on God and lean into His design for you as husband/wife to develop a Genesis 1-2 marriage.

DO NOT WAIT ON THIS ONE!

Resources:

Harmony in the Home

Mini-devotional described in the episode will be available soon! Stay connected to be in the know.

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]]>686c0c49-8ba1-45f8-8529-75e839383183Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -040001:13:44falsefull132321Ep. 31 | Setting goals through a Biblical lensEp. 31 | Setting goals through a Biblical lensHappy New Year! We're back at it for 2026 on the Whole Family Mission podcast and I'm pumped to see how God is going to move.

This episode is NOT a 1,2,3 guide to creating and achieving your goals. I'm all about keeping whatever we do in life centered around Christ so tune in to hear how we can keep an eternal perspective when we're chasing aspirations.

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]]>Happy New Year! We're back at it for 2026 on the Whole Family Mission podcast and I'm pumped to see how God is going to move.

This episode is NOT a 1,2,3 guide to creating and achieving your goals. I'm all about keeping whatever we do in life centered around Christ so tune in to hear how we can keep an eternal perspective when we're chasing aspirations.

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]]>4ce80a15-bdb1-41a9-8022-1cb13c78e9d4Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -040054:58falsefull131311Ep. 30 | ART OF CELEBRATING, Part 4: A Reflection on Year 1 of the PodcastEp. 30 | ART OF CELEBRATING, Part 4: A Reflection on Year 1 of the PodcastCan't believe this is my LAST episode of 2025 as the Lord has nudged me to take December off.

Join me as I reflect on the launch of this podcast and the series of events that unfolded as I continued to step out in obedience to release 30 episodes this year.

I am choosing to celebrate God's goodness even when my circumstances to make sense. I am also celebrating ALL OF YOU! Thank you to all my listeners and your feedback and support!

Much more to come in 2026!

]]>Can't believe this is my LAST episode of 2025 as the Lord has nudged me to take December off.

Join me as I reflect on the launch of this podcast and the series of events that unfolded as I continued to step out in obedience to release 30 episodes this year.

I am choosing to celebrate God's goodness even when my circumstances to make sense. I am also celebrating ALL OF YOU! Thank you to all my listeners and your feedback and support!

Much more to come in 2026!

]]>eef66d8d-eed9-40df-a86e-b5e7d6f7796dWed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -040049:25falsefull130301Ep. 29 | ART OF CELEBRATING, Part 3 with Jessica DahlEp. 29 | ART OF CELEBRATING, Part 3 with Jessica DahlAs we continue in this series, I was delighted to invite Jessica Dahl back onto the podcast to talk about how she and her family practice a lifestyle of gratitude and therefore, celebration. (check out ep. 14 for our first episode together)

Why is gratitude important? How does it remove barriers to joy and celebration? Tune in to hear wise words from Jess as she shares her heart and the truth of God's word.

We get into how to cultivate a heart of gratitude, so it becomes a way of life. You'll learn how to get more 'vitamin joy' and be challenged to consider what type of seeds you are planting in your heart.

Stay till the end to hear her best tips on hosting Thanksgiving (or any event) in a way that keeps you grounded as host and creates a warm and peaceful environment for your guests.

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]]>As we continue in this series, I was delighted to invite Jessica Dahl back onto the podcast to talk about how she and her family practice a lifestyle of gratitude and therefore, celebration. (check out ep. 14 for our first episode together)

Why is gratitude important? How does it remove barriers to joy and celebration? Tune in to hear wise words from Jess as she shares her heart and the truth of God's word.

We get into how to cultivate a heart of gratitude, so it becomes a way of life. You'll learn how to get more 'vitamin joy' and be challenged to consider what type of seeds you are planting in your heart.

Stay till the end to hear her best tips on hosting Thanksgiving (or any event) in a way that keeps you grounded as host and creates a warm and peaceful environment for your guests.

Join my email subscribers at the link below as I'll be sharing details about Jess's 5 tangible steps to start cultivating a heart of gratitude.

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]]>83bfeed1-bb06-424f-b180-6ca043f84e04Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -040001:06:32falsefull129291Ep. 28 | ART OF CELEBRATING, Part 2 with Sarah PehrsonEp. 28 | ART OF CELEBRATING, Part 2 with Sarah PehrsonWe all celebrate differently, but what's important is to not stop celebrating. As believers, we choose to celebrate God's goodness even in hard seasons.

Join my sister, Sarah Pehrson, and I as we gush over the things that light us up like colors, quilting, and words of affirmation hehe!

Sarah is not only a great big sister, but she has also led her women's ministry team for over a decade and designed and hosted countless celebratory events. More recently, she has been involved with the Prayers and Squares ministry (learn more when you press play).

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]]>We all celebrate differently, but what's important is to not stop celebrating. As believers, we choose to celebrate God's goodness even in hard seasons.

Join my sister, Sarah Pehrson, and I as we gush over the things that light us up like colors, quilting, and words of affirmation hehe!

Sarah is not only a great big sister, but she has also led her women's ministry team for over a decade and designed and hosted countless celebratory events. More recently, she has been involved with the Prayers and Squares ministry (learn more when you press play).

Tune into another sister convo as we share our hearts with each other and all of you!

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]]>caf4c9ce-0030-452d-a879-cff8e84828dbWed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -040001:12:03falsefull128281Ep. 27 | ART OF CELEBRATING - Part 1 with Martha ReidEp. 27 | ART OF CELEBRATING - Part 1 with Martha ReidAs we start a new series on The Art of Celebrating, I couldn't think of a better person to speak on practicing praise through hard seasons than my sister, Martha Reid.

This series is purposely NOT focused on the major holidays, but instead, on how to cultivate a heart of celebration. To shift our mindset to one of joy, to choose to find the small things to celebrate with others and ourselves. To keep in mind that we, as believers, have HOPE! Celebration can look radical to a lost and dying world.

Tune in to hear how Martha chose celebration during her years of infertility, how she currently involves her family in celebrating God's gifts to them, and a few practical ways she celebrates others.

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]]>As we start a new series on The Art of Celebrating, I couldn't think of a better person to speak on practicing praise through hard seasons than my sister, Martha Reid.

This series is purposely NOT focused on the major holidays, but instead, on how to cultivate a heart of celebration. To shift our mindset to one of joy, to choose to find the small things to celebrate with others and ourselves. To keep in mind that we, as believers, have HOPE! Celebration can look radical to a lost and dying world.

Tune in to hear how Martha chose celebration during her years of infertility, how she currently involves her family in celebrating God's gifts to them, and a few practical ways she celebrates others.

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]]>3c2794ae-d5e2-44ce-b07e-b79ceee5c757Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -040001:08:23falsefull127271Ep. 26 | ART OF SAVORING LIFE - Part 3 with Raelynn BreilEp. 26 | ART OF SAVORING LIFE - Part 3 with Raelynn BreilYou do not want to miss the finale to the 3-part series on The Art of Savoring Life where my bible study co-leader, Raelynn Breil, and I chat about how to stay present and engaged in "Act 3" of our lives.

Raelynn's wisdom from 40 years of marriage, 3 adult children, and 9 grandchildren will greatly bless you. Can't wait for you to tune in!

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]]>You do not want to miss the finale to the 3-part series on The Art of Savoring Life where my bible study co-leader, Raelynn Breil, and I chat about how to stay present and engaged in "Act 3" of our lives.

Raelynn's wisdom from 40 years of marriage, 3 adult children, and 9 grandchildren will greatly bless you. Can't wait for you to tune in!

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]]>698d5460-880c-45b5-a675-27ecabdcd925Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -040001:11:20falsefull126261Ep. 25 | ART OF SAVORING LIFE - Part 2 with Rachel DistelrathEp. 25 | ART OF SAVORING LIFE - Part 2 with Rachel DistelrathPart 2 of The Art of Savoring Life takes the conversation into what I call "Act 2" of life...you know, the messy middle with young kids and aging parents, career ups and downs, and the deep joys and sorrows of daily life.

I got to cozy up on the couch with one of my besties, Rachel Distelrath, to talk about how she has learned to savor each day. We get into A LOT, like her journey into sobriety, letting go of control and obsessive tendencies, and grabbing hard onto the truth of God's word to find freedom to enjoy her days in the midst of any and all circumstances.

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]]>Part 2 of The Art of Savoring Life takes the conversation into what I call "Act 2" of life...you know, the messy middle with young kids and aging parents, career ups and downs, and the deep joys and sorrows of daily life.

I got to cozy up on the couch with one of my besties, Rachel Distelrath, to talk about how she has learned to savor each day. We get into A LOT, like her journey into sobriety, letting go of control and obsessive tendencies, and grabbing hard onto the truth of God's word to find freedom to enjoy her days in the midst of any and all circumstances.

This conversation will encourage you, bless you, and challenge you. Do not wait to hit play on this episode.

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]]>bca78c29-cbea-47d8-8881-563f40e83f77Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -040001:09:20falsefull125251Ep. 24 | ART OF SAVORING LIFE Part 1 with some of my nephews and niece!Ep. 24 | ART OF SAVORING LIFE Part 1 with some of my nephews and niece!Continuing the October theme of "The Art of Slow Living/Savoring" with a 3-part series all about how to savor our days through the seasons of our lives.

Press play to hear insights from 3 of my nephews and my niece, ages 10-14, on how they savor life as a young person. Even if you're passed the 'young' season of life, there is so much wisdom for allll of us in their words.

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]]>Continuing the October theme of "The Art of Slow Living/Savoring" with a 3-part series all about how to savor our days through the seasons of our lives.

Press play to hear insights from 3 of my nephews and my niece, ages 10-14, on how they savor life as a young person. Even if you're passed the 'young' season of life, there is so much wisdom for allll of us in their words.

Can't wait to hear what's strikes you from this conversation!

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]]>612b72b7-eaf0-4380-9bac-aa5b1f7c409dWed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -040041:48falsefull124241Ep. 23 | ART OF SLOW LIVING with Jaime FenwickEp. 23 | ART OF SLOW LIVING with Jaime Fenwick*NEW SERIES ALERT*

This month is all about The Art of Slow Living/Savoring Life. Each week, we'll dive into how we can be more intentional in the way we live, choosing to savor and slow down enough to stay present and engaged.

These first two weeks are from one longer conversation I had with Jaime Fenwick, founder of Bringing Inspiration Home, where she creates opportunities for women to embrace slow living, mindful travel, and natural rhythms. I started following Jaime a few years ago after I heard her on a podcast (ironically) and I so appreciate her intentional approach to life. I believe Jesus lived out each day with intention and we want to strive to do the same.

I open this week with a few ideas on how to better connect with your neighbors that God has been laying on my heart. Then we dive into how we can start making some shifts towards "slow living" (part 2 of the conversation with Jaime).

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]]>*NEW SERIES ALERT*

This month is all about The Art of Slow Living/Savoring Life. Each week, we'll dive into how we can be more intentional in the way we live, choosing to savor and slow down enough to stay present and engaged.

These first two weeks are from one longer conversation I had with Jaime Fenwick, founder of Bringing Inspiration Home, where she creates opportunities for women to embrace slow living, mindful travel, and natural rhythms. I started following Jaime a few years ago after I heard her on a podcast (ironically) and I so appreciate her intentional approach to life. I believe Jesus lived out each day with intention and we want to strive to do the same.

I open this week with a few ideas on how to better connect with your neighbors that God has been laying on my heart. Then we dive into how we can start making some shifts towards "slow living" (part 2 of the conversation with Jaime).

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]]>02d71029-bad3-440e-895f-fdaa4e691771Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -040043:37falsefull123231Ep. 22 | ART OF SLOW TRAVEL with Jaime FenwickEp. 22 | ART OF SLOW TRAVEL with Jaime Fenwick*NEW SERIES ALERT*

This month is all about The Art of Slow Living/Savoring Life. Each week, we'll dive into how we can be more intentional in the way we live, choosing to savor and slow down enough to stay present and engaged.

These first two weeks are from one longer conversation I had with Jaime Fenwick, founder of Bringing Inspiration Home, where she creates opportunities for women to embrace slow living, mindful travel, and natural rhythms. I started following Jaime a few years ago after I heard her on a podcast (ironically) and I so appreciate her intentional approach to life. I believe Jesus lived out each day with intention and we want to strive to do the same.

I share some personal updates up front and then we dive into how we can start making some shifts towards "slow travel". Part 2: Slow Living will be released next week!

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]]>*NEW SERIES ALERT*

This month is all about The Art of Slow Living/Savoring Life. Each week, we'll dive into how we can be more intentional in the way we live, choosing to savor and slow down enough to stay present and engaged.

These first two weeks are from one longer conversation I had with Jaime Fenwick, founder of Bringing Inspiration Home, where she creates opportunities for women to embrace slow living, mindful travel, and natural rhythms. I started following Jaime a few years ago after I heard her on a podcast (ironically) and I so appreciate her intentional approach to life. I believe Jesus lived out each day with intention and we want to strive to do the same.

I share some personal updates up front and then we dive into how we can start making some shifts towards "slow travel". Part 2: Slow Living will be released next week!

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]]>9fcff722-2103-413d-89f2-d5ee0061d5dfWed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -040052:20falsefull122221Ep. 21 | ART OF SIMPLIFYING - Part 4: SeasonsEp. 21 | ART OF SIMPLIFYING - Part 4: SeasonsWe have a return guest, friends! My husband, Mike, joins me again on the podcast to talk about ways to simplify your season. Whether you're in a waiting season (spouse, baby, job, dream) or in a sorrowful/suffering season or perhaps even in an abundant season, God wants to use you now, in this current season of your life.

Tune in to hear relevant stories from our lives individually and as a family on how we're learning to simplify the season we're in so we can be more aware of His leading in our life.

We sure had a lot of fun chatting together and I'm so glad we hit record so you could be a part of it!

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]]>We have a return guest, friends! My husband, Mike, joins me again on the podcast to talk about ways to simplify your season. Whether you're in a waiting season (spouse, baby, job, dream) or in a sorrowful/suffering season or perhaps even in an abundant season, God wants to use you now, in this current season of your life.

Tune in to hear relevant stories from our lives individually and as a family on how we're learning to simplify the season we're in so we can be more aware of His leading in our life.

We sure had a lot of fun chatting together and I'm so glad we hit record so you could be a part of it!

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]]>995892d7-d94a-438a-a98e-26aa001d1e2cWed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -040055:25falsefull121211Ep. 20 | ART OF SIMPLIFYING - Part 3: SpeechEp. 20 | ART OF SIMPLIFYING - Part 3: SpeechPart 3 of The Art of Simplifying: Speech.

Man, God really does orchestrate all things for His glory. He gave me these topics weeks ago and to have this one land the week following the assassination of Charlie Kirk is astounding. Our words matter. How we speak matters.

This episode leans on James 3 "Taming the Tongue" as a scriptural basis for being intentional with our words, how we communicate, and the power of life and death in the tongue.

Whether you allow your tongue free rein when triggered by your kids or spouse, or you can't seem to hold back from sharing your opinion on social media, this episode is for you. This episode is for all of us.

"The tongue is also a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one's life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. ... With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God's likeness." James 3:6,9

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]]>Part 3 of The Art of Simplifying: Speech.

Man, God really does orchestrate all things for His glory. He gave me these topics weeks ago and to have this one land the week following the assassination of Charlie Kirk is astounding. Our words matter. How we speak matters.

This episode leans on James 3 "Taming the Tongue" as a scriptural basis for being intentional with our words, how we communicate, and the power of life and death in the tongue.

Whether you allow your tongue free rein when triggered by your kids or spouse, or you can't seem to hold back from sharing your opinion on social media, this episode is for you. This episode is for all of us.

"The tongue is also a fire, a world of evil among the parts of the body. It corrupts the whole body, sets the whole course of one's life on fire, and is itself set on fire by hell. ... With the tongue we praise our Lord and Father, and with it we curse human beings, who have been made in God's likeness." James 3:6,9

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]]>029c6d44-4960-4572-8410-1c39887bf10aWed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -040051:55falsefull120201Ep. 19 | ART OF SIMPLIFYING - Part 2: ScheduleEp. 19 | ART OF SIMPLIFYING - Part 2: SchedulePart 2 of a 4-part series on simplifying our lives. This episode is all about simplifying our schedules.

I share some life updates up front, including a new salad my son made up and devoured (let me know if you'd try it after you hear the ingredients!).

The first step in the art of simplifying is always prayer. Pray and seek the Lord. When it comes to your schedule, be honest with yourself as you assess your weekly rhythm, "Do I have an eternal mindset when I am making decisions about how I spend my time?"

“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” – Colossians 3:2

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]]>Part 2 of a 4-part series on simplifying our lives. This episode is all about simplifying our schedules.

I share some life updates up front, including a new salad my son made up and devoured (let me know if you'd try it after you hear the ingredients!).

The first step in the art of simplifying is always prayer. Pray and seek the Lord. When it comes to your schedule, be honest with yourself as you assess your weekly rhythm, "Do I have an eternal mindset when I am making decisions about how I spend my time?"

“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.” – Colossians 3:2

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]]>d6a0fa87-e0e0-4826-a886-6622aeeff6caWed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -040057:26falsefull119191Ep. 18 | ART OF SIMPLIFYING - Part 1: StuffEp. 18 | ART OF SIMPLIFYING - Part 1: StuffThis is PART 1 of a 4-part series, The Art of Simplifying. This first episode gets into the one most of us are constantly battling: stuff.

I am in the struggle with you. This is the episode I NEED so I know it will benefit you.

While I do touch on some practical steps to take in simplifying your stuff, I get into the root of WHY we have so much stuff. I draw attention to Jesus' words to "store up for ourselves treasures in Heaven" (Matt 6:20) and to "be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions." (Luke 12:15)

Before we can combat the clutter, we need to be honest with ourselves on why we have so much stuff. For some of us, it's scarcity mentality. For others, it's motivated by pride. But no matter the reason, if our stuff is causing us stress, an imbalanced amount of time spent cleaning, maintaining, etc. then it could be keeping us from the call God has on our lives.

Tune in and be encouraged to SIMPLIFY YOUR STUFF!

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]]>This is PART 1 of a 4-part series, The Art of Simplifying. This first episode gets into the one most of us are constantly battling: stuff.

I am in the struggle with you. This is the episode I NEED so I know it will benefit you.

While I do touch on some practical steps to take in simplifying your stuff, I get into the root of WHY we have so much stuff. I draw attention to Jesus' words to "store up for ourselves treasures in Heaven" (Matt 6:20) and to "be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions." (Luke 12:15)

Before we can combat the clutter, we need to be honest with ourselves on why we have so much stuff. For some of us, it's scarcity mentality. For others, it's motivated by pride. But no matter the reason, if our stuff is causing us stress, an imbalanced amount of time spent cleaning, maintaining, etc. then it could be keeping us from the call God has on our lives.

Tune in and be encouraged to SIMPLIFY YOUR STUFF!

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]]>33692b77-17d5-4652-a7d5-f299476cbb54Wed, 03 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -040047:44falsefull118181Ep. 17 | He is our dwelling placeEp. 17 | He is our dwelling placeWe have to come before him DAILY to be reminded of who He is and in light of that, who WE are. When we practice dwelling in Him, we free up our capacity to be available to our spouse, our children, and our community.

If you have ever felt stuck in the mental load, stuck in the daily grind, stuck in discontentment, you need to press play right now!

Tune in to hear me use "50 First Dates" as an analogy to dwelling daily with the Lord, ha!

I may have gotten a bit emotional around the 17 minute mark thinking about how He alone can satisfy.

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]]>We have to come before him DAILY to be reminded of who He is and in light of that, who WE are. When we practice dwelling in Him, we free up our capacity to be available to our spouse, our children, and our community.

If you have ever felt stuck in the mental load, stuck in the daily grind, stuck in discontentment, you need to press play right now!

Tune in to hear me use "50 First Dates" as an analogy to dwelling daily with the Lord, ha!

I may have gotten a bit emotional around the 17 minute mark thinking about how He alone can satisfy.

Stay until the end to hear more about the upcoming class, Whole Family Foundations - a book club with eternal impact! (link below for more information)

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]]>e8953cf6-9890-411b-b690-e3a2808c04acWed, 27 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -040048:17falsefull117171Ep. 16 | "Bonding as a family" with special guest, my daughter, Lucy!Ep. 16 | "Bonding as a family" with special guest, my daughter, Lucy!My 7.5-year-old daughter, Lucy, has been asking to be on the podcast and it finally happened! When I asked her what she wanted to talk about, she said, "What moms and daughters can do together."

We've been sitting under a blanket outside at night so this time we decided to hit record to bring you into our little world. Lucy shares ideas of ways to spend time together (works for dads and sons, too) and how we learn about God and the Bible together.

You do not want to miss this episode - honestly, she really surprised me. We prayed before we started that this would be an encouragement to you all so press play and enjoy!

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The Jesus Storybook Bible

]]>My 7.5-year-old daughter, Lucy, has been asking to be on the podcast and it finally happened! When I asked her what she wanted to talk about, she said, "What moms and daughters can do together."

We've been sitting under a blanket outside at night so this time we decided to hit record to bring you into our little world. Lucy shares ideas of ways to spend time together (works for dads and sons, too) and how we learn about God and the Bible together.

You do not want to miss this episode - honestly, she really surprised me. We prayed before we started that this would be an encouragement to you all so press play and enjoy!

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]]>437c3ce6-4897-4055-8d4c-8fd913193eb4Wed, 20 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -040022:30falsefull116161Ep. 15 | How is God calling you to obey?Ep. 15 | How is God calling you to obey?This is a big one - all about OBEDIENCE. We're taking a look at Jonah's disobedience when God called him to Ninevah. He hopped on a ship to sail as far away as possible, then he hid in the bottom of the ship during the storm that he caused by his disobedience!

The good news is that God is a God of redemption and if He can redeem Jonah's disobedience for His glory, He can certainly redeem ours.

In contrast, we read in Genesis 6:22 that, "Noah did everything as God commanded him." May we be that obedient!

What have you been running from? What is God asking you to do? Listen and be encouraged to obey with a joyful heart!

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]]>This is a big one - all about OBEDIENCE. We're taking a look at Jonah's disobedience when God called him to Ninevah. He hopped on a ship to sail as far away as possible, then he hid in the bottom of the ship during the storm that he caused by his disobedience!

The good news is that God is a God of redemption and if He can redeem Jonah's disobedience for His glory, He can certainly redeem ours.

In contrast, we read in Genesis 6:22 that, "Noah did everything as God commanded him." May we be that obedient!

What have you been running from? What is God asking you to do? Listen and be encouraged to obey with a joyful heart!

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]]>b9a0c946-5b70-4872-8aa1-1ec1042f6a94Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -040043:44falsefull115151Ep. 14 | Managing our physical health as unto the LordEp. 14 | Managing our physical health as unto the LordSuper pumped to have FINALLY sat down with my sister and built in best friend, Jessica Dahl, to chat about how we can honor God with our physical bodies.

Jess is a wife, mother of 2 (13 & 10), marketing and communications professional, AND a health & fitness coach. While she would never claim to have it all figured out, she has experienced the full pendulum swing in her health and fitness journey and has a lot to share of how God longs to partner with us in our health (mental, physical and spiritual!).

This episode will help you get to the root of your health habits (or lack thereof) and how to invite God into the process.

Jessica Dahl's IG Account: Wild.Well.Free

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]]>Super pumped to have FINALLY sat down with my sister and built in best friend, Jessica Dahl, to chat about how we can honor God with our physical bodies.

Jess is a wife, mother of 2 (13 & 10), marketing and communications professional, AND a health & fitness coach. While she would never claim to have it all figured out, she has experienced the full pendulum swing in her health and fitness journey and has a lot to share of how God longs to partner with us in our health (mental, physical and spiritual!).

This episode will help you get to the root of your health habits (or lack thereof) and how to invite God into the process.

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]]>2de9a3f5-014f-4897-90dd-aaefcec13be2Wed, 06 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -040001:08:36falsefull114141Ep. 13 | The joy of the Lord is our strengthEp. 13 | The joy of the Lord is our strengthAre you walking through grief or suffering? Do you long to walk in the "joy of the Lord" but aren't quite sure what that means or how to do it?

Tune in as we walk through Nehemiah 8:10:

"Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”

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The Joy of the Lord is my Strength - Rend Collective song

]]>Are you walking through grief or suffering? Do you long to walk in the "joy of the Lord" but aren't quite sure what that means or how to do it?

Tune in as we walk through Nehemiah 8:10:

"Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.”

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]]>11d56979-e131-4269-af18-c7fa5416bf9aWed, 30 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -040040:04falsefull113131Ep. 12 | Finding the purpose of your marriageEp. 12 | Finding the purpose of your marriageI had a blast chatting with my friend, Tiffani Zale, all about how we identify and live out the purpose for our marriage. We get into specific resources (books, spiritual gifts inventory, mentorships) and why it's so important for Christian marriages to be intentional and Christ-centered.

Tiffani and her husband, Brian, led a young marrieds small group for 8 years and are now marriage mentors. Tune in to hear what they've seen mentoring dozens of couples and how to identify each of your gifts to use them for the Kingdom, together.

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]]>I had a blast chatting with my friend, Tiffani Zale, all about how we identify and live out the purpose for our marriage. We get into specific resources (books, spiritual gifts inventory, mentorships) and why it's so important for Christian marriages to be intentional and Christ-centered.

Tiffani and her husband, Brian, led a young marrieds small group for 8 years and are now marriage mentors. Tune in to hear what they've seen mentoring dozens of couples and how to identify each of your gifts to use them for the Kingdom, together.

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]]>8e571ccc-9978-41e1-8e20-3ddb5843cf37Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -040054:02falsefull112121Ep. 11 | Managing our thought lifeEp. 11 | Managing our thought lifeMost of us deal with anxiety or are actively supporting someone else struggling with it. In severe cases, professional help and medication is required, but for many of us, turning our thoughts over to the One that promises peace that surpasses understanding is the antidote.

Press play to hear a few life updates, my go-to comfort food meal, and all about what Philippians 4 has to say about managing our thought life.

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]]>Most of us deal with anxiety or are actively supporting someone else struggling with it. In severe cases, professional help and medication is required, but for many of us, turning our thoughts over to the One that promises peace that surpasses understanding is the antidote.

Press play to hear a few life updates, my go-to comfort food meal, and all about what Philippians 4 has to say about managing our thought life.

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]]>9a151cb6-207f-4bff-9e3f-37798dd8f5fbWed, 16 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -040036:38falsefull111111Ep. 10 | How to respond to sufferingEp. 10 | How to respond to sufferingWith so much tragedy flooding our news feeds, it can be hard to know how to respond to suffering. I don't have all the answers. I am not a grief counselor. I don't have a seminary degree. BUT I do have a personal relationship with Jesus, and I have experienced my own grief.

On this episode, I share my thoughts and questions to consider regarding the way we show up to a hurting world (especially on social media). Whether you're walking alongside someone in a season of grief or just trying to navigate the suffering we hear about daily, this episode will challenge and encourage you to look to Christ as our example for how to respond to suffering.

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]]>With so much tragedy flooding our news feeds, it can be hard to know how to respond to suffering. I don't have all the answers. I am not a grief counselor. I don't have a seminary degree. BUT I do have a personal relationship with Jesus, and I have experienced my own grief.

On this episode, I share my thoughts and questions to consider regarding the way we show up to a hurting world (especially on social media). Whether you're walking alongside someone in a season of grief or just trying to navigate the suffering we hear about daily, this episode will challenge and encourage you to look to Christ as our example for how to respond to suffering.

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]]>4735fc0b-c444-41b4-b312-52398de2e56fWed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -040032:19falsefull110101Ep. 9 | Discipleship through the extended familyEp. 9 | Discipleship through the extended familyI had such a delightful conversation with my good friend and bible study co-leader, Tiffani Zale, on this episode! Tiffani and her husband, Brian, are intentional about showing up in their nieces' and nephews' lives to disciple them and be a safe space for them. Tune in to hear about how they do this and spark some ideas for your own extended family!

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]]>I had such a delightful conversation with my good friend and bible study co-leader, Tiffani Zale, on this episode! Tiffani and her husband, Brian, are intentional about showing up in their nieces' and nephews' lives to disciple them and be a safe space for them. Tune in to hear about how they do this and spark some ideas for your own extended family!

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]]>c860cedb-d473-4b61-aa62-21b58f1f7c57Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -040037:40falsefull1991Ep. 8 | Discipleship happens in the everyday momentsEp. 8 | Discipleship happens in the everyday momentsAs I continue to walk this miscarriage and job loss journey, I'm sharing with all of you how this season of suffering is refining me and my family. Tune in to hear how we can use the valley seasons to disciple our kids to know the power of God in our weakness.

Thank you for your continued support, prayers, and for tuning in to the show! If you're enjoying it, please leave a rating and a review to help spread the word. God bless you, my friends!

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]]>As I continue to walk this miscarriage and job loss journey, I'm sharing with all of you how this season of suffering is refining me and my family. Tune in to hear how we can use the valley seasons to disciple our kids to know the power of God in our weakness.

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]]>f80826a5-53c6-43bf-ae57-6d6c7314f6f5Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -040033:03falsefull1881Ep. 7 | Visit the Woodcarver (Abide in Him)Ep. 7 | Visit the Woodcarver (Abide in Him)Press play for updates around the miscarriage and what's going on with my full-time job situation. Stay tuned in for a movie and book recommendation for the adults AND a book recommendation for the kiddos.

It's a book that someone I worked with for a brief period about 8 years ago gave me when I was pregnant with my oldest and it has been such a blessing to our family. Thanks, Shelley!

You Are Special by Max Lucado tells the story of the Wemmicks - a village of wooden people who go around giving each other dots or stars based on performance or looks. Punchinello is in distress because of all his gray dots when he notices a Wemmick who doesn't have any stickers. She tells him it's because she visits the woodcarver every day. So Punchinello finds the woodcarver who explains that he is special to him simply because he made him.

I cried reading this to the kids tonight - I needed the reminder to spend time with the Woodcarver, my Creator. No matter my emotions, what people say or think of me, no matter my circumstances, I am cherished by the One who created me. Maybe you need this reminder too.

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]]>Press play for updates around the miscarriage and what's going on with my full-time job situation. Stay tuned in for a movie and book recommendation for the adults AND a book recommendation for the kiddos.

It's a book that someone I worked with for a brief period about 8 years ago gave me when I was pregnant with my oldest and it has been such a blessing to our family. Thanks, Shelley!

You Are Special by Max Lucado tells the story of the Wemmicks - a village of wooden people who go around giving each other dots or stars based on performance or looks. Punchinello is in distress because of all his gray dots when he notices a Wemmick who doesn't have any stickers. She tells him it's because she visits the woodcarver every day. So Punchinello finds the woodcarver who explains that he is special to him simply because he made him.

I cried reading this to the kids tonight - I needed the reminder to spend time with the Woodcarver, my Creator. No matter my emotions, what people say or think of me, no matter my circumstances, I am cherished by the One who created me. Maybe you need this reminder too.

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]]>ac6fc097-4333-457d-ac10-877aca310612Thu, 19 Jun 2025 00:15:00 -040042:37falsefull1771Ep. 6 | "Exercise Your Praise"Ep. 6 | "Exercise Your Praise"Buckle up for this one, folks. I get into my miscarriage story (skip to 11:10 to by-pass), which leads to a phrase God told me over ten years ago; EXERCISE YOUR PRAISE. I share stories from the hardest times in my life when nothing about my circumstances seemed like a reason to praise, BUT GOD. God is worthy of our praise because He is a good God and He desires good things for us.

Tune in to hear these encouraging stories, but even more importantly, how the Bible teaches us to work through our emotions.

Psalm 43

Psalm 56

1 Samuel 21:10-15

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Trust in God

Same God

]]>Buckle up for this one, folks. I get into my miscarriage story (skip to 11:10 to by-pass), which leads to a phrase God told me over ten years ago; EXERCISE YOUR PRAISE. I share stories from the hardest times in my life when nothing about my circumstances seemed like a reason to praise, BUT GOD. God is worthy of our praise because He is a good God and He desires good things for us.

Tune in to hear these encouraging stories, but even more importantly, how the Bible teaches us to work through our emotions.

Psalm 43

Psalm 56

1 Samuel 21:10-15

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]]>5f80e242-6ea6-4944-beaf-966fb0e8f34aWed, 11 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -040039:13falsefull1661Ep. 5 | Honoring God in the unseen work that we doEp. 5 | Honoring God in the unseen work that we doDo you ever feel like the work you do doesn't really matter? Whether you're a stay-at-home parent changing another diaper or a corporate professional facing burnout, this episode is for you.

We first have to reframe our view of work. We'll break down what scripture says about God's design for work. Then we'll get into how to honor God in the areas of our lives that feels like no one cares and it doesn't matter.

Genesis 3:17, Genesis 2:15, Colossians 3:17; 23, 1 Corinthians 10:31

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]]>Do you ever feel like the work you do doesn't really matter? Whether you're a stay-at-home parent changing another diaper or a corporate professional facing burnout, this episode is for you.

We first have to reframe our view of work. We'll break down what scripture says about God's design for work. Then we'll get into how to honor God in the areas of our lives that feels like no one cares and it doesn't matter.

Genesis 3:17, Genesis 2:15, Colossians 3:17; 23, 1 Corinthians 10:31

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]]>2f1aca3b-7591-45db-b58e-f049a19b5df5Wed, 04 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -040028:09falsefull1551Ep. 4 | Faith, family & fun in our 9 years of marriageEp. 4 | Faith, family & fun in our 9 years of marriageSuper special, super-sized episode coming atchu! I have my first ever guest AND it's my husband! We share our 'origin story' and get into how we have grown in our faith, how we incorporate fun into our day-to-day and how we prioritize our family.

We do not have it all figured out, by any means, BUT we have learned to depend on God, no matter our circumstances. Tune in if you want some encouragement as a single who is hoping for a healthy, happy marriage one day, a married person looking for some fresh ideas, or someone coming out of heartbreak - I've been there and let me remind you that God is still good.

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]]>Super special, super-sized episode coming atchu! I have my first ever guest AND it's my husband! We share our 'origin story' and get into how we have grown in our faith, how we incorporate fun into our day-to-day and how we prioritize our family.

We do not have it all figured out, by any means, BUT we have learned to depend on God, no matter our circumstances. Tune in if you want some encouragement as a single who is hoping for a healthy, happy marriage one day, a married person looking for some fresh ideas, or someone coming out of heartbreak - I've been there and let me remind you that God is still good.

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]]>f77337cb-9cff-4480-9885-621a897a227eWed, 28 May 2025 08:00:00 -040053:28falsefull1441Ep. 3 | Letting go and letting God - what does that even mean!?Ep. 3 | Letting go and letting God - what does that even mean!?You do not want to miss listening to this one - I get into some personal details where I share how I forced my hand to get what I thought I wanted...and when I finally let go and let God bring me something even better.

We hear "just let go and let God" all the time, but how do we actually do that!?

Our pastor always says, "Dependency is the currency of the kingdom". This episode dives into what dependency looks like and how we practically let God be God and let go of the things we're clinging to.

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*Until next time, keep living your mission!*

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]]>You do not want to miss listening to this one - I get into some personal details where I share how I forced my hand to get what I thought I wanted...and when I finally let go and let God bring me something even better.

We hear "just let go and let God" all the time, but how do we actually do that!?

Our pastor always says, "Dependency is the currency of the kingdom". This episode dives into what dependency looks like and how we practically let God be God and let go of the things we're clinging to.

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]]>bf31af86-2ef9-4cae-be88-5152742956c9Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 -040023:51falsefull1331Ep. 2 | Why is community important?Ep. 2 | Why is community important?What is community? Why is it important? How do we cultivate it? I get into all of this on this special LAUNCH day episode of the podcast.

The Trinity is our greatest example of community; God the Father, Jesus the Son, Holy Spirit.

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now

the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of

the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.

-Genesis 1:1-2

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. John 1-4

Our culture focuses so much on the self, the individual, these days. No wonder we have seen such a rise in depression and anxiety. When it’s all about me, I lose sight of the fact that my life is not my own.

God’s grace says, "yes, you are forgiven", BUT it’s also about giving you the strength through the Lord to do what He’s called you to do. To live to a higher standard of holiness, of accountability, of obedience – you cannot do this in isolation.

So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created

them; male and female he created them.

-Genesis 1:27

Now go out and expand your community because our faith is not our own!

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]]>What is community? Why is it important? How do we cultivate it? I get into all of this on this special LAUNCH day episode of the podcast.

The Trinity is our greatest example of community; God the Father, Jesus the Son, Holy Spirit.

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now

the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of

the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.

-Genesis 1:1-2

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. John 1-4

Our culture focuses so much on the self, the individual, these days. No wonder we have seen such a rise in depression and anxiety. When it’s all about me, I lose sight of the fact that my life is not my own.

God’s grace says, "yes, you are forgiven", BUT it’s also about giving you the strength through the Lord to do what He’s called you to do. To live to a higher standard of holiness, of accountability, of obedience – you cannot do this in isolation.

So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created

them; male and female he created them.

-Genesis 1:27

Now go out and expand your community because our faith is not our own!

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Save your spot for the next guided nature walk

*Until next time, keep living your mission!*

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]]>7ea80a3d-157e-4392-9ac7-ba1b9c96b144Tue, 20 May 2025 23:30:00 -040028:57falsefull1221Ep. 1 | What's this podcast all about?Ep. 1 | What's this podcast all about?This episode dives into my 'why' behind starting a podcast and what "Whole Family Mission" is all about.

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]]>This episode dives into my 'why' behind starting a podcast and what "Whole Family Mission" is all about.

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]]>e4569f2a-77ce-4a6c-bb27-e8f9662453c8Mon, 19 May 2025 23:30:00 -040015:26falsefull1111Sneak peek at the Whole Family Mission podcast!Sneak peek at the Whole Family Mission podcast!Welcome to the Whole Family Mission podcast! I am your host, Amanda Cole; a wife and mama to three kiddos, 7, 4, & 1.5 years old. While I do work a full-time corporate job, my passion is equipping families to live on mission for the Lord.

Though I grew up in the church, it wasn't until my 30's when I fully embraced my walk with the Lord, sluffing off the yoke of legalism and running wild in the freedom of the true gospel.

Back in 2022 with a 4 and 1 year old, I read, Take Back Your Family, by Jefferson Bethke and everything changed. I devoured all the content I could around the family teams concept with the Bethkes, Pryors, and Phylicia Masonheimer. Ever since, my husband, Mike, and I are committed to guiding our family to be a family team on mission for the Lord.

If you’re a parent who wants your family to operate as a team, as a united front, and to get clear on your mission and what God has called you and your family to, then this podcast is for you.

Some episodes will just be me sharing some thoughts and insights and things that I’ve learned, and I’m going to bring on some other individuals who can share what they’ve learned and experiences they’ve gone through. As my family and I are also learning on this learning, we are excited to share that with all of you.

If you’re a parent who wants your family to operate as a team, as a united front, and to get clear on your mission and what God has called you and your family to, then this podcast is for you.

Some episodes will just be me sharing some thoughts and insights and things that I’ve learned, and I’m going to bring on some other individuals who can share what they’ve learned and experiences they’ve gone through. As my family and I are also learning on this learning, we are excited to share that with all of you.

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]]>Welcome to the Whole Family Mission podcast! I am your host, Amanda Cole; a wife and mama to three kiddos, 7, 4, & 1.5 years old. While I do work a full-time corporate job, my passion is equipping families to live on mission for the Lord.

Though I grew up in the church, it wasn't until my 30's when I fully embraced my walk with the Lord, sluffing off the yoke of legalism and running wild in the freedom of the true gospel.

Back in 2022 with a 4 and 1 year old, I read, Take Back Your Family, by Jefferson Bethke and everything changed. I devoured all the content I could around the family teams concept with the Bethkes, Pryors, and Phylicia Masonheimer. Ever since, my husband, Mike, and I are committed to guiding our family to be a family team on mission for the Lord.

If you’re a parent who wants your family to operate as a team, as a united front, and to get clear on your mission and what God has called you and your family to, then this podcast is for you.

Some episodes will just be me sharing some thoughts and insights and things that I’ve learned, and I’m going to bring on some other individuals who can share what they’ve learned and experiences they’ve gone through. As my family and I are also learning on this learning, we are excited to share that with all of you.

If you’re a parent who wants your family to operate as a team, as a united front, and to get clear on your mission and what God has called you and your family to, then this podcast is for you.

Some episodes will just be me sharing some thoughts and insights and things that I’ve learned, and I’m going to bring on some other individuals who can share what they’ve learned and experiences they’ve gone through. As my family and I are also learning on this learning, we are excited to share that with all of you.

Join the community and grab my FREE daily discipleship guide

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Save your spot for the next guided nature walk

]]>787f2067-0465-449e-85ec-82682575497fSat, 17 May 2025 22:15:00 -040001:40falsefull11