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Ep. 144: White Girls and Diversity with Nika Spaulding Jun 18, 2018

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Meet Nika Spaulding, a dynamic force with boundless energy. As the Director of Women’s Equipping and Curriculum at Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Nika produces the curriculum for her Bible studies for women of all ages. She successfully balances her love of shepherding women with her love of theology. Her classes of more than 500 women are centered around God’s Word, which is sure to transform and inspire those in her care. What we chat about: why diversity is so important to Nika and to God starting hard conversations with people of color awareness of the racial injustices in the system how white people can advocate for minorities why is knowing Theology important the definition of "apologetics" Links mentioned: Divided by Faith Be the Bridge Whiteness 101 Truth's Table Podcast Sandra Glahn's Coffee Cup series New Morning Mercies The Village Church podcast Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) Black Panther Connect with Nika: instagram | twitter Episode Sponsors: Brooklinen: $20 + free shipping using promo code MSW Care.com: use the link and save 30% off premium membership Fabletics: get two pairs of leggings for just $24 when you become a VIP member Ways to support the show: Patreon Amazon Share the Struggle! Find me on Instagram because I want to hear YOUR thoughts! If you've been encouraged, share the episode with another mom. The struggle is real. We might as well do this together!

Episode 14: Faith with Experience Jun 14, 2018

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This week we're reading John 4:46-54. Read along at Bible.com or download the free YouVersion Bible app. How can we learn to struggle well based on this passage? Reading Everybody, Always by Bob Goff Taking God at His word, without asking for proof Examing what you truly believe about God's capabilities and His heart attitude towards you Speaking out loud the things that you're believing God to provide

#143: Hey Dad with Kevin Madsen Jun 11, 2018

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Kevin Madsen and his wife Trisha are the team behind HeyDad, a new subscription box for Dads and kids. Kevin attended UCLA and has spent most of his career in the tech world. He is married to his best friend Trisha, and they have three wonderful psychotic children, Gideon (6), Julien (4), and Josie (almost 2). Kevin also hosts a podcast about Dad life (The HeyDad Podcast) with his two brothers and their best friend. Get $10 off your first HeyDad box using the promo code MSW What we chat about: what lead Kevin to start HeyDad orienting activities with your kids that keep you engaged how HeyDad boxes help create quality time with your kids without having to do a lot of planning creating a healthy work/life balance by publically setting work boundaries debunking the myth that there's a certain "formula" for dealing with our kids' struggles the inspiration behind the HeyDad podcast Links mentioned: Sara Groves "Setting Up the Pins" Google Duplex Demo Ugly Delicious The Greatest ShowmanRed Rising Connect with Kevin: website // podcast // instagram // twitter Episode Sponsors: Tommy John: use the link and get 20% off your first order BioClarity: get your first month half off + free shipping with code MSW Prep Dish: get two weeks free by visiting prepdish.com/msw Ways to support the show: Patreon Amazon Share the Struggle! Find me on Instagram because I want to hear YOUR thoughts! If you've been encouraged, share the episode with another mom. The struggle is real. We might as well do this together!

#142: Holy Hustle with Crystal Stine Jun 04, 2018

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Crystal has a heart for encouraging women to live authentic lives, online and in real life and offers a unique perspective as a small-town writer who has learned from her internet community how to build real-life community. Her heart is to encourage, equip and inspire women of all ages to embrace a work hard, rest well lifestyle that honors God with their every day, small moment obedience. Her first book, Holy Hustle: Embracing a Work Hard, Rest Well Lifestyle releases June 5th. What we chat about: what it was like for Crystal to have a miscarriage after being undecided on having children mourning the loss, not only of a child, but the future plans you had for that child how to embrace the work God's given you without feeling guilty the importance of resting in a way that actually refreshes you Links mentioned: LoveGodGreatly.com Connect with Crystal: website // facebook // instagram // twitter // pinterest Episode Sponsors: Brooklinen: $20 off + free shipping with promo code MSW Canvas People: get a 11x14 print for free (+shipping & handling) using promo code MSW ModCloth: get 15% off your purchase of $100 or more using promo code MSW (expires 9/1/18) Daily Harvest: get 3 cups free in your first box using promo code MSW Ways to support the show: Patreon Amazon Share the Struggle! Find me on Instagram because I want to hear YOUR thoughts! If you've been encouraged, share the episode with another mom. The struggle is real. We might as well do this together!

Just Em #13: Zoom Out May 31, 2018

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This week we're reading John 4:31-35. Read along at Bible.com or download the free YouVersion Bible app. How can we learn to struggle well based on this passage? Being patient with our kids by explaining things to them twice, patiently and from an angle that they can understand Planting seeds in our children's lives is important, even if we're not the ones who reap the harvest The difference between believing a story that you've heard and following the one the story is about Embracing where you are Episode Sponsor: Phonics Museum: get a two-week free trial by visiting phonicsmuseum.com/msw

#141: Q&A with Jennie Allen May 28, 2018

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Jennie Allen is a passionate leader following God's call on her life to catalyze this generation to live what they believe. She is the author of Anything and the Bible studies Stuck and Chase, and is the founder and visionary of IF: Gathering. Jennie is married to her best friend, Zac, and they have been blessed with four children, the youngest of whom was adopted from Rwanda. What we chat about: how Jennie's older children are handling the transition of moving to a new city navigating bullying building relationships when dealing with strong emotions and loss how to study the Bible + resources designing a personalized schedule that allows you to be the most productive how Jennie chooses the theme for IF: Gathering encouragement for moms with babies being intentional about connecting with your family members individually the difference between resting and being refreshed Links mentioned: IF:Gathering The New Strong's Guide to Bible Words: An English Index to Hebrew and Greek Words Systematic Theology: An Introduction to Biblical Doctrine Precept Austin Logos Connect with Jennie: website // instagram // facebook // twitter // pinterest // youtube Episode Sponsors: Fabletics: get two pairs of leggings for just $24 when you become a VIP member RX Bar: 25% off your first order using promo code MSW Care Of: 25% off your first month with promo code MSW Thread Up: 25% off your first order with promo code WellMoms25 Ways to support the show: Patreon Amazon Share the Struggle! Find me on Instagram because I want to hear YOUR thoughts! If you've been encouraged, share the episode with another mom. The struggle is real. We might as well do this together!

Problem Solved: Horse in a Cotton Field Edition May 21, 2018

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In this monthly chat we talk about sneezing, ultrasounds, the Olsen twins, and what to do when you've forgotten a new friend's name. You will leave changed.

#140: All About Enneagrams with Beth McCord May 21, 2018

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Beth McCord is the founder of Your Enneagram Coach and has been an Enneagram speaker, coach, and teacher for over 15 years. She is passionate about coming alongside individuals and helping them re-write their story, allowing them to see that lasting change, meaningful relationships, and a life of deep purpose is possible. Beth is currently offering MSW listeners $10 off either Discovering You or Exploring You* using the coupon code 10OFF *The Discovering You course is included in Exploring You. So if you order Exploring You, you'll receive both courses. What we chat about: what an Enneagram is the origin of Enneagrams the different perspectives of various Enneagram types how Ennegrams can help identify weaknesses and turn them into strengths how Beth has been able to use the Enneagram to help explore God's grace in a very personal way to each type determining your child's Enneagram Links mentioned: The Enneagram Made Easy: Discover the 9 Types of People Connect with Beth: website // instagram // facebook // twitter Episode Sponsors: Zip Recruiter: try it for free at ziprecruiter.com/MSW Molekule: get $75 off your first order with coupon code MSW BioClarity: get your first month half off + free shipping with code MSW Brooklinen: $20 off + free shipping with code MSW Ways to support the show: Patreon Amazon Share the Struggle! Find me on Instagram because I want to hear YOUR thoughts! If you've been encouraged, share the episode with another mom. The struggle is real. We might as well do this together!

Just Em #12: Leaving Your Water Jar May 17, 2018

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This week we're reading John 4:16-30. How can we learn to struggle well based on this passage? Getting honest with God about the state of our lives Assessing the heart of our worship Determining what we need to leave behind in order to lead others to Jesus Read along at Bible.com or download the free YouVersion Bible app. Episode Sponsor: Phonics Museum: get a two-week free trial by visiting phonicsmuseum.com/msw

#139: Children and Mental Illness with Lynn Cowell May 14, 2018

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Lynn and her husband, Greg, have been married for over 30 years and are the parents of three young adults. They enjoy spending time together, especially when it combines the mountains, well-worn sweatshirts, and anything with chocolate and peanut butter. Lynn, her family, and the occasional backyard deer, live near Charlotte, North Carolina. What we chat about: how being empty-nesters has affected Lynn's marriage seeking purpose outside of your children helping your kids find their identity in their pre-teens changing the expectations we often place on our children what to do when you receive conflicting advice protecting your children's privacy on your social media accounts advice for parents who think their child might suffer from a mental illness how Lynn's daughter's diagnosis has drawn her closer to Christ balancing your relationship with your kids after they've left home Links mentioned: Brave Beauty: Finding the Fearless YouCultivate: A Grace-Filled Guide to Growing an Intentional Life 5 Days to Unshakable Confidence Grounded: Standing Firm in a Roller Coaster World Connect with Lynn: website // facebook // instagram // twitter // pinterest Episode Sponsors: An Intentional Life: A Life-Giving Invitation to Uncover Your Passions and Unlock Your Purpose Daily Harvest: 3 free cups using promo code MSW Tommy John: use the link and get 20% off your first order Teami Blends: get 15% off of orders of $29.99 or more using the promo code MSW15 Ways to support the show: Patreon Amazon Share the Struggle! Find me on Instagram because I want to hear YOUR thoughts! If you've been encouraged, share the episode with another mom. The struggle is real. We might as well do this together!

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