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Episode 53: Mama Needs REAL Help Nov 08, 2021

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We asked and you told us where you really need help. This episode answers your questions! Thank you for sharing your struggles and frustrations. Disclaimer: Kate and Rebecca are not perfect and don’t have it all figured out. We do offer some real help for your questions with insights, personal experiences and lots of understanding. We get you, MAMA! Join us as we share how to get kids to eat veggies, do their homework, and argue respectfully. We’re also tackling praying with our kids, time to yourself that isn’t covered in guilt and cell phones. Where do the answers to our questions ultimately come from? The word of God and Holy Spirit power. For REAL, we all need more of that!

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Episode 52: Real Talk Nov 01, 2021

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Tantrums, book fair, red ribbon week, trick or treating. We feel like these terms don’t carry the full weight of how a mom experiences them and we want to rectify that. What if we could re-name all these things to more accurately describe what they are? That is what we are doing in this episode. Join us for some real talk as we redefine terms moms use everyday.

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Episode 51: MORE Intentionality; Making the Days Matter Oct 25, 2021

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Today we welcome back to the podcast, Jenny Worsham, our Gather Groups Director. We’re closing out Season 5 with one of the hallmarks of Gather Moms which is choosing to mom with intentionality. We know that many days are spent playing catch-up with schedules, laundry and our to-do list, but we believe that making time for intentional moments with our kids is vitally important. Jenny shares with us about the history of Gather, a mom-hack brimming with intentionality and the beauty of community. Our monthly Gather groups have gotten an upgrade with a new video series produced in partnership with RightNow Media. Each core value will now feature a short video teaching that accompanies the study guide. We hope this encourages moms to set aside the time to embrace these values as they seek to teach and live them out in their homes. Check the links below to find the video teaching and study guides. We’re thrilled to offer these updated resources to all our mamas and pray it bears much fruit in the years to come!

MOM HACK:

Welcome kids home from school with a special treat.
Pick easy to make treats like store bought cookie dough, cinnamon rolls or popcorn. It’s amazing how that sweet smell when they walk in the door can set the stage for intentional conversation.

GATHER GROUPS:

Moms of all seasons and life stages meet in Gather Groups across the world.
We encourage groups to meet once a month for one hour. Choose one thing to take home from the discussion to implement in your home over the next month.

Learn more about Gather Groups HERE

Resources for Moms and Groups:

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Episode 50: MORE Bible; Finding True Treasure Oct 18, 2021

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We spend hours searching for things as moms. Lost shoes, favorite stuffed animals, homework and searching in our shopping for the best Christmas presents, the right outfit, the perfect couch. We are willing to spend the time to look for the things that have some value here on Earth but are we willing to spend the time searching for what holds value in both this life and the life to come?

Join us as we talk about Psalm 119 and how we can seek God’s work like seeking treasure and how when we do, it changes everything.

MOM HACK:

Everything has a place
Creating zones; especially drop zone
Uses hanging shoe organizers
Keeping a tub in the closet for clothes kids have outgrown

TRUTH:

Psalm 119
Proverbs 2:1-5

Join us at The Mom Event! October 22-23; Register HERE

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Episode 49: MORE Vitality with Rebekah Lyons Oct 11, 2021

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We’re chatting with Rebekah Lyons on the podcast today! Rebekah is the mom of 4 kids ranging in age from 20 down to 8. She is both an adoptive and special needs mom. Rebekah wants MORE vitality for herself and moms. When was the last time you heard that word? Vitality means the state of being strong and active with energy. So often we live in a state of exhaustion, not vitality. Rebekah encourages us to shift our perspective towards vitality with proactive rhythms and disciplines. We also discuss suffering and how God anoints our pain to produce fruit. Part of suffering is accepting what is; a wayward child, a broken marriage, a crisis of health. Invite God into that pain and put him center stage. It is in that moment of weakness and despair that we find a sweet communion with the one who holds us close.

Mentions:

Rebekah’s Rules of Resilience: Rest, Stewarding our bodies well, Seeking community, Work/Purpose
Rhythms of Renewal by Rebekah Lyons
A Surrendered Yes by Rebekah Lyons
Rebekah and her husband, Gabe, host a weekly podcast called Rhythms for Life

Truth:

Romans 5:3-4, “Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; ⁴perseverance, character; and character, hope.”
Romans 8:17, “Now if we are children, then we are heirs—heirs of God and co-heirs with Christ, if indeed we share in his sufferings in order that we may also share in his glory.”

Join us at The Mom Event! October 22-23; Register HERE

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Episode 48: MORE Prayer Oct 04, 2021

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Is your closet ready for fall? Rebecca is sharing some inexpensive mom-hacks to get your closet cleaned out and organized. One thing we don’t need more of is clothes. Take an audit of your closet and find some fall inspiration with all the great style you already have. An audit means to examine or investigate to improve something. Today we’re challenging all of us to take an audit of our prayer life because we could all use MORE prayer. Prayer is a conversation that includes both talking and listening. Bible hub explains the Greek word for prayer like this, “Interacting with the Lord by switching human wishes for His wishes as He imparts faith.” Prayer is definitely an opportunity for us to tell God what we desire, but we also need open hearts and hands to receive back His sovereign wisdom. Gather Moms believes that God truly knows best. You can come to God with all your worries and wishes and know that He is listening and has answers. So much of our time is spent making the lives of those around us better, but what could be more important than first praying for them? As we navigate life in 2021, we all need more prayer.

Mentions:

Mom Hacks: Plastic hangers with shoulder indents easily organize flip flops and sandals, streamline all your jeans with shower curtain hooks and detangle necklaces and earrings with ice cube trays.
Kate is on the hunt for faux leather Spanx leggings. You can find so many dupe options on Amazon so shop smart!
Greek proseuchomai means to pray or exchange wishes. Find the full definition here.
Tandem skydiving is where a student skydiver is connected to a harness attached to a tandem instructor.

Truth:

Isaiah 55:9
Romans 8:18-39

Join us at The Mom Event! October 22-23; Register HERE

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Episode 47: MORE Soul Care with Jada Edwards Sep 27, 2021

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We’re chatting with Jada Edwards on the podcast today! Jada is the Creative Arts Director at One Community Church, which she calls her first baby. She is also the mother of 2 adopted kids, Joah and Chloe. She loves Jesus, the church, teaching, motherhood and wants MORE time alone to just think. She’s a creative who loves the opportunity to dream. Jada also shares the difference between soul care and self care. Soul care is feeding on God’s word and feeling satisfied. True restoration comes from time with God. Jada is currently teaching on the importance of the church. She reminds us that Jesus is the head of the church and established it for a purpose. We gather together at our Father’s house where we find community and fellowship with other believers. This is what the first church did and we should follow their example. Jada is so relatable and funny. Her practical wisdom will bless you as you listen!

Mentions: Jada’s powerful one-liners!

“Privacy Please!” Try using this in your house when you need time in the bathroom without little fingers poking under the door.
“Table for One” Try stepping away for a late night date with yourself at a local coffee shop or restaurant. Time to think, time to meet with Jesus and the bonus is you’ll agree with yourself on what to order!
“Not optional” We make priority for the things are not optional, like feeding our children. Gathering with believers is not optional.

Truth:

Acts 2:43, “A deep sense of awe came over them all, and the apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders. ⁴⁴And all the believers met together in one place and shared everything they had. ⁴⁵They sold their property and possessions and shared the money with those in need. ⁴⁶They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord’s Supper, and shared their meals with great joy and generosity— ⁴⁷all the while praising God and enjoying the goodwill of all the people. And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved.”
Ephesians 3:10, “His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms.”
Galatians 6:9, “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up,”

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Episode 46: MORE Trust; Cradled in God’s Care Sep 20, 2021

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I wish we could wave a magic wand and make everything work out like we want. We live in a day when walking out the front door takes all the courage we can muster. What will today hold? Everything feels out of sorts, confusing and scary. We can all use more trust, but who or what are we trusting in? Here’s what I know about motherhood: I want my kids to trust me. I want them to know that I am always working for their good, always seeking their best interest, always there when they need me. Can you hear God saying the same things to us? God wants us to trust him in all these same ways and more. Today, Rebecca shares scriptures that remind us that our great God and Father is worthy of our trust. There is nothing and no one else that is truly capable of bringing about good in all situations. When you are afraid, you can trust God. When you misplace your comfort in what this world offers then choose instead to trust God. If you fill your heart and mind with God’s truth, then more trust will overflow from it.

Mentions:

Mom Hack: Mr Clean Magic Eraser
Quote: God is not like us, seeing the needs of others and scrolling to the next post, declining the call, denying relief. Remove the lie from your mind that God does not listen, speak or act when asked. He is alive at all times. Answering every prayer. Sometimes a yes, others times a no, many times a wait. And all three are answers. All three are governed by wisdom, for our good, always. (Holier Than Thou, p61)

Truth:

Holier Than Thou: How God’s Holiness Helps Us Trust Him by Jackie Hill Perry
1 Peter 2:22
Isaiah 40:25-26
Mark 4:35-38
1 Peter 5:7
Proverbs 29:25
Romans 8:28, 31-32
Isaiah 26:3

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Episode 45: MORE God; Embracing Gospel Power Sep 13, 2021

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As we open this season and talk about all things more, we have to start it out right. We have to build this season on where we really find our more because if we start anywhere other than God, we will all be left disappointed. Today we’re talking about gospel indicatives and gospel imperatives. Gospel indicatives are what is true about you. Gospel imperatives are what you do in light of that truth. All Mamas love a good to-do list. The problem comes when nothing gets checked off the list because we need more energy, more time and more patience. Before you can follow the gospel imperatives, you need to remind yourself of who you are in Christ and why his power is what we need to more of in our daily lives. If you want more God, ask Him to open your eyes to see Him. Stop trying to do things for him and rest in what he has done for you.

Mentions:

Sandwich Cutter and Decruster on Amazon
Gospel by JD Greear
The Gospel Primer by Milton Vincent, Quote by John Bunyan: Run, John, run, the law demands but gives me neither feet nor hands. Better news the gospel brings that bids me fly and gives me wings.

Truth:

Ephesians 3:20-21, “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.”
Ephesians 1:4-8, “For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love ⁵he predestined us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and will— ⁶to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he loves. ⁷In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace ⁸that he lavished on us.”
Ephesians 1:18-21, “I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people, ¹⁹and his incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is the same as the mighty strength ²⁰he exerted when he raised Christ from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly realms, ²¹far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every name that is invoked, not only in the present age but also in the one to come.”
Ephesians 2:4-10, “But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, ⁵made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. ⁶And God raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus, ⁷in order that in the coming ages he might show the incomparable riches of his grace, expressed in his kindness to us in Christ Jesus. ⁸For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— ⁹not by works, so that no one can boast. ¹⁰For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
Ephesians 3:16-19, “I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, ¹⁷so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, ¹⁸may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, ¹⁹and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.”

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Episode 44: MORE Than Just Surviving Sep 06, 2021

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How are you holding up, mama? Just making it? Same here and we want MORE. More than just surviving, we want to THRIVE in our motherhood. We want to stop looking to caffeine and the latest Amazon front porch arrival to give us the boost we need to make it. We want to look to the Source for power, purpose and passion. Join us on this episode and all season long as we go after MORE.

Mentions:

Hear the whole wart-trauma story HERE.
“We are half-hearted creatures, fooling about with drink and sex and ambition when infinite joy is offered us, like an ignorant child who wants to go on making mud pies in a slum because he cannot imagine what is meant by the offer of a holiday at the sea. We are far too easily pleased.” C.S. Lewis
Groundhog’s Day Goodness: In case you missed this 1993 classic with Bill Murray, you can learn all about it HERE.

Truth:

Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us,to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen. Ephesians 3:20
He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things? Romans 8:32
And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:8
Overflowing the Nets; Luke 5
Feeding of the 5,000; Matthew 14

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