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Trusting the Lord with Your Family After the Loss of a Spouse, with Dorina GIlmore-Young Oct 24, 2023

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THIS MONTH’S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God’s Word for Your Blended Family.

Not all blended families are a result of divorce. Sometimes, we find ourselves faced with a different future than we’d planned because of the death of a spouse. Because this kind of loss is completely different from any other topic we’ve covered so far, I thought it deserved an entire episode all to itself. And when I thought about who would be best to lead us in the conversation…someone who would bring such grace to it, being honest, while pointing the finger straight to Jesus, I couldn’t think of anyone better than my friend, Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young.

On today’s episode, Dorina shares the experience of losing her young husband to cancer, and God’s redemption and restoration plan for her and their three girls. It’s a beautiful story. I teared up several times as Dorina share about God’s faithfulness to her family during one of the most stressful times of her life. You won’t want to miss this precious episode, so tune in right now!

Dorina is also the author of our newest prayer guide, Praying God’s Word for Your Blended Family.

Pray for God to work in your children’s hearts to:

Trust in the Lord to provide for all their needs.
Wait on the Lord to give them His best.
Develop strong and lasting relationships
Overcome pain and brokenness from their losses.
Walk into their future confidently trusting in God's plan.

With heartfelt teaching from a blended family and scripture-inspired prayers this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her family.

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Turning Strangers into Siblings, with Vanessa Martindale Oct 17, 2023

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THIS MONTH’S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God’s Word for Your Blended Family.

Are you a blended family concerned about helping your "his, mine, and ours" truly feel like family?

I'm nothing if not a child of the 90s, so when I think about THE blended family, I think about the Brady Bunch. I know reality is probably very far from that picture, so Vanessa Martindale, of Blended Kingdom Families, is here today to help us understand some of the most common challenges blended families face as they turn strangers into siblings.

In today's episode, we're talking about:

the emotions our children feel as they are forced to enter into a new family and gain new siblings
how parents can be proactive in helping the children of a new marriage feel like family, and...
how to turn strangers into siblings.

Don’t miss this episode. Even if you aren’t a blended family, you know one. Take the time to understand them better when you tune in now!

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Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, Praying God's Word for Your Blended Family, by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young.

Pray for God to work in your children’s hearts to:

Trust in the Lord to provide for all their needs.
Wait on the Lord to give them His best.
Develop strong and lasting relationships
Overcome pain and brokenness from their losses.
Walk into their future confidently trusting in God's plan.

With heartfelt teaching from a blended family and scripture-inspired prayers this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her family.

LINKS:

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Growing in Co-Parenting, with Rachel G. Scott Oct 09, 2023

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THIS MONTH’S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God’s Word for Your Blended Family.

If I had to guess, I would say that the hardest part of blending a family together is learning to co-parent.

I have a good friend who introduces her kids often as, "his, mine, ours" and while that sounds very sweet, I believe it's probably much harder work than most of us realize. Different parenting styles, sibling relationships, difficulties with ex-spouses...it feels like to could a minefield, and that's why I've invited my friend Rachel G. Scott to talk to us today about growing in your co-parenting.

Rachel is a wealth of information, with years of experience fighting for the blended family.

Don’t miss this episode. Even if you aren’t a blended family, you know one. Take the time to understand them better when you tune in now!

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Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, Praying God's Word for Your Blended Family, by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young.

Pray for God to work in your children’s hearts to:

Trust in the Lord to provide for all their needs.
Wait on the Lord to give them His best.
Develop strong and lasting relationships
Overcome pain and brokenness from their losses.
Walk into their future confidently trusting in God's plan.

With heartfelt teaching from a blended family and scripture-inspired prayers this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her family.

LINKS:

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Common Challenges of the Modern Blended Family, with Ron Deal Oct 03, 2023

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THIS MONTH’S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God’s Word for Your Blended Family.

With over 1300 new step families forming in the US every day, it’s safe to say that each of us has the opportunities to minister to and support a blended family. Or maybe you are a blended family, looking for insight and a way to ensure the transition goes as smoothly as possible. You’re in the right place.

On today’s episode, I’ve invited Ron Deal, founder of Smart Stepfamilies, to give us a broad spectrum look at the challenges blended families face. We’ll answer questions like:

How the Church sees the blended family in 2023.
How to “cook” a step family.
What relationships to prioritize when blending a family.

And Ron shares specific, heart-felt encouragement for any parent who feels like they’ve failed, and hope for how to move forward with confidence.

Don’t miss this important episode. Even if you aren’t a blended family, you know one. Take the time to understand them better when you tune in now!

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Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, Praying God's Word for Your Blended Family, by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young.

Pray for God to work in your children’s hearts to:

Trust in the Lord to provide for all their needs.
Wait on the Lord to give them His best.
Develop strong and lasting relationships
Overcome pain and brokenness from their losses.
Walk into their future confidently trusting in God's plan.

With heartfelt teaching from a blended family and scripture-inspired prayers this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her family.

LINKS:

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Praying for Your Blended Family Oct 02, 2023

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1300 new stepfamilies are forming every day. Over 50% of US families are remarried. The average marriage in America lasts only seven years. One out of two marriages ends in divorce. 75% remarry.

Can there be any doubt that ministry to blended families is desperately needed.

I don't think so, and that's why I've chosen to devote this entire season to supporting the blended family.

We have some amazing stories and wisdom to share.

On 10/3/23, Ron Deal, of Smart Stepfamilies is joining us to give an overview of what the blended family is, and name some of the challenges they face.

On 10/10/23, Rachel G. Scott will lead us in a conversation about growing in your co-parenting.

Vanessa Martindale will join us on 10/17/23 to talk about the strain on our children as they blend together with new sisters and brothers. How to turn strangers into siblings is going to be so practical and helpful for blended families.

Remarriage doesn't always come after a divorce, so Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young will join us on 10/24/23 to talk about trusting God with your family after the loss of a spouse.

And finally, Connie Albers will help us wrap up the month by talking about understanding the unique challenges children face when their parents remarry.

Mark your calendars now for this important season!

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Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, Praying God's Word for Your Blended Family, by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young.

Pray for God to work in your children’s hearts to:

Trust in the Lord to provide for all their needs.
Wait on the Lord to give them His best.
Develop strong and lasting relationships
Overcome pain and brokenness from their losses.
Walk into their future confidently trusting in God's plan.

With heartfelt teaching from a blended family and scripture-inspired prayers this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her family.

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God Made You a Mom for Such a Time as This, with Lauren Gaines Sep 25, 2023

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THIS MONTH'S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety

We've spent the last entire month trying to understand anxiety so that we can support our children, and I don't know about you, but I've found it a bit overwhelming. The stats are staggering, and I sometimes wonder why God made me a mom in this season, when the stakes feel so high. Can you relate? The good news is that God is in control. Today, author Lauren Gaines, of Inspired Motherhood, is joining us with a reminder that God gave us our children to raise for such a time as this. It's a much-needed perspective shift as we wrap up this important season, and I hope you'll tune in!

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Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety, by Becky Keife.

Pray for God to work in your children’s hearts to:

Learn to recognize anxiety for what it is...
Keep their eyes on Jesus...
Find sure footing that withstands the storm...
Know who they are in Christ...
Let go of the need to control...
And gain compassion, understanding, and the ability to find peace for your own heart.

With biblical teaching on anxiety, and scripture-inspired prayers this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her kids.

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THIS MONTH'S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety

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Learning to Understand & Support Your Anxious Child, with Becky Keife Sep 19, 2023

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THIS MONTH'S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety

What are some practical ways moms can serve their children who are struggling with anxiety? What should they NOT do? How can we understand our children's anxiety when we might not experience it ourselves, and how can that knowledge motivate us to support them better?

Becky Keife is a beloved speaker and is the Community Manager for DaySpring’s (in)courage, a widely followed online community where authentic women link arms to build community, celebrate diversity, and live courageously for Jesus. She talks openly about finding God in the midst of her own battle with anxiety, and I know you're going to love our conversation today.

In this episode, Becky helps us understand what our children are thinking and experiencing when they are dealing with anxiety, and how that knowledge can help us as parents be filled with compassion and know better how to help them.

You won't want to miss this episode!

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Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety, by Becky Keife.

Pray for God to work in your children’s hearts to:

Learn to recognize anxiety for what it is...
Keep their eyes on Jesus...
Find sure footing that withstands the storm...
Know who they are in Christ...
Let go of the need to control...
And gain compassion, understanding, and the ability to find peace for your own heart.

With biblical teaching on anxiety, and scripture-inspired prayers this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her kids.

LINKS:

THIS MONTH'S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety

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How Anxiety is Different in Boys, with Dr. Gregory Jantz Sep 12, 2023

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THIS MONTH'S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety

I'm so glad to have you join me for this important podcast series on anxiety in children. last week we talked to Nashville counselor, Sissy Goff. Sissy is a wealth of information for the girl moms, so if you missed it, please go back and listen to that one. Today though, we're focusing on boys. Anxiety can be just as much a problem for boys as it is for girls, but it isn't talked about as much, and it doesn't always look the same. To help us learn what it looks like, so that we can get our boys the help them need, we have Dr. Gregory Jantz.

Dr. Jantz is the founder of The Center • A Place of HOPE in Edmonds, Washington, voted a Top Ten facility for Depression Treatment in the United States. Dr. Jantz pioneered Whole Person Care in the 1980’s and is a world-renowned expert on depression, anxiety, eating disorders, technology addiction and abuse, and is the author of many books on the subjects...

In this episode, Dr. Jantz walks us through how anxiety presents differently in boys...

You won't want to miss this episode!

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Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety, by Becky Keife.

Pray for God to work in your children’s hearts to:

Learn to recognize anxiety for what it is...
Keep their eyes on Jesus...
Find sure footing that withstands the storm...
Know who they are in Christ...
Let go of the need to control...
And gain compassion, understanding, and the ability to find peace for your own heart.

With biblical teaching on anxiety, and scripture-inspired prayers this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her kids.

LINKS:

THIS MONTH'S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety

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Addressing the Epidemic of Anxious Girls Sep 05, 2023

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THIS MONTH'S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety

To kick off our conversation about anxious kids this month, I dug all the way back in the archives of the Million Praying Moms podcast to episode #21, where we interviewed author, podcaster, and counselor, Sissy Goff about her new book at that time called Raising Worry Free Girls. Since that time, Sissy has released several more books on this topic. I'm going to list them all in the show notes for you so you can get your hands on them... but as I tried to plan for this season, I just couldn't think of anyone else I'd rather have share with you on this topic, so I decided to clean up the older episode a bit and share it again today. For those of you who are new around here, the extra voice you'll hear is that of my previous ministry partner and cohost, Erin Mohring.

In this episode, Sissy walks us through what she's learned from spending the last 30 years helping girls and their parents find confidence in who they are and hope in who God is making them to be, both as individuals and families.

You won't want to miss this episode!

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Today's show is brought to you by our newest Prayer Guide, Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety, by Becky Keife.

Pray for God to work in your children’s hearts to:

Learn to recognize anxiety for what it is...
Keep their eyes on Jesus...
Find sure footing that withstands the storm...
Know who they are in Christ...
Let go of the need to control...
And gain compassion, understanding, and the ability to find peace for your own heart.

With biblical teaching on anxiety, and scripture-inspired prayers this digital prayer guide is perfect for the busy mom who needs God to move in the hearts of her kids.

LINKS:

THIS MONTH'S PRAYER GUIDE: Praying God's Word for Your Child's Anxiety