The Better Part - Intentional Living for Christian Moms with a Bible-Loving Catholic Mama

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A Real Relationship with Jesus + Raising Biblically Grounded Kids with author Jodi Mockabee [EP 274] Sep 13, 2022

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Let’s have a relationship with the person of Jesus, and let’s teach our kids how to do that too! The Christian life is all about our relationship with the Lord, and studying His Word is a great way to better know and love Him. Today I’m joined by author, photographer, blogger and homeschooling mom Jodi Mockabee to talk all about raising Biblically grounded kids. It’s a good one y’all! Connect with Jodi and get her book - “The Whole and Healthy Family: Helping Kids Thrive in Mind, Body and Spirit” - by going to her website at www.jodimockabee.com (or head to wherever books are sold)! You will also find incredible homeschooling resources and mom life inspiration over at www.jodimockabee.com - I use her verses to song program to do weekly scripture memory in our homeschool. I’m excited for you to learn and be inspired by Jodi today! It’s such an honor to have you here. God bless you and your family. Xoxo Stephanie [ ps: email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com if you’d like to connect ]

This Is Important Work! You’re Forming Young Hearts And Minds [EP 273] Sep 06, 2022

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You are doing important work and I would love to encourage you today in your role as a mom. Your work is so valuable and I pray this short episode helps you to feel seen. You’re doing amazing work, mama! Xoxo Stephanie [ ps: if you’d like to connect you can email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com ]

GOD IS CARRYING US // Guest: Children’s Book Author Amy Kavelaris [Bonus #65] Sep 02, 2022

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God is carrying each one of us. Take some time today to be inspired by children’s book author, designer and creative artist, Amy Kavelaris. Amy shares about God’s truth in scripture and reminds us that we can always trust in our Lord. This interview is such a breath of fresh air and Amy’s new children’s book “Good Morning, Little One: New Mercies and Prayers to Carry You Through the Day” is so beautiful and inspiring for both parents and children’s. Head to www.amykavs.com to get your copy of this book today! If you’d like, email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com to let me know how you need prayer today - I would love to ask God to carry each of us in a special way today. Sending blessings and prayers your way, friend! Xoxo Stephanie

What it REALLY Means to Sacrifice in Marriage with Catholic Author + Speaker Danielle Bean [EP 272] Aug 30, 2022

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What does it REALLY mean to sacrifice in marriage? Marriage involves sacrifice, yes. But that is actually a beautiful gift we receive when we get married. And there’s so much wisdom my guest shared today for moms who are newer in their marriage or have been married for years. Listen in to learn more about the beauty of marriage from Catholic speaker, author and podcaster, Danielle Bean. If you’re a Catholic mom, you’ve probably heard of Danielle. If not, you’re in for a treat! This episode is practical, encouraging and for every Christian mom who needs the reminder that marriage matters. May your marriage be blessed and strengthened in a special way today. Go grab Danielle’s books by heading to www.daniellebean.com or hang with her on her podcast called Girlfriends - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/girlfriends-a-podcast-for-catholic-women/id1073361940 - I’m a regular listener and it’s a fabulous podcast! Thank you, Danielle, for sharing your wisdom and I pray everyone is blessed by this conversation! Xoxo Stephanie [ ps: connect with me by emailing me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com ]

Clean Like Martha, Pray Like Mary // Advice For Busy Moms with Claire McGarry [EP 271] Aug 26, 2022

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Today’s guest is Claire McGarry and she’s bringing us a lot of wisdom to ponder as we discuss the gospel story of Martha and Mary. Claire writes on her blog: “I’m finding that motherhood is impacting my faith in ways I never would have imagined, and my faith is doing the same to my motherhood.” Isn’t that the truth? Our motherhood stretches us in unimaginable ways and it’s how God is helping us to look more like Him! Press play on today’s interview and meditation, and learn what this familiar gospel story can teach us mamas. Claire McGarry is the author of Grace in Tension: Discover Peace with Martha and Mary, as well as the Lenten family devotionals With Our Savior and Abundant Mercy. [ click here to grab her newest book that we talk about today - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1681926431?pf_rd_r=C0G72FKYEFEFMVQ61M9G&pf_rd_p=1ab92b69-98d7-4842-a89b-ad387c54783f&pd_rd_r=5e18d71d-e1de-4a19-80ae-55efd27360ee&pd_rd_w=Mws5i&pd_rd_wg=GRdWx&linkCode=sl1&tag=shiftin-20&linkId=0d8e201b1c49981f45118178467452cc&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl ]. She contributes regularly to Living Faith, CatholicMom.com, and blogs at ShiftingMyPerspective.com. God bless you and may this conversation (and meditation) bless your day and your prayer life! Thank you for being here. Xoxo Stephanie [email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com if you’d like to connect]

Being Gentle With Yourself + Living Deeply Rooted with author Sopha Rush [Bonus #64] Aug 24, 2022

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Ready to live deeply rooted and be encouraged to be gentle with yourself, mama friend? Press play and be inspired by author and founder of Live Deeply Rooted, Sopha Rush. Her devotional journal is INCREDIBLE + so BEAUTIFUL! 100 Days Of Living Deeply Rooted is available to purchase - head to https://www.dayspring.com/sopha-rush-100-days-of-living-deeply-rooted-devotional-journal to grab yours today! Then head to www.Instagram.com/sopharush and hang with Sopha. Thanks for being here and may you be encouraged and feel like you’re getting a big virtual hug from us today! God bless you, friend. Xoxo Stephanie [ ps: email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com if you’d like to connect ]

How To Be VULNERABLE WITH GOD In Prayer // Chat with Karen Cruess + let’s meditate [EP 270] Aug 23, 2022

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If we want an intimate prayer life and a true relationship with our Lord, we have to be honest, open and vulnerable with him. Join me as I chat with my good friend Karen Cruess about the importance of vulnerability when it comes to our prayer life. You will be encouraged to bring everything to God in prayer. He cares about all of it, sweet friend! Karen is a licensed counselor, podcaster and encourager of women. Head to the Heal, Equip and Release Podcast [click here - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heal-equip-and-release-podcast-women-set-free/id1500798386 - to listen ] where you will find inspiration and encouragement for your soul. Then go to www.twoheartscounselingandhealing.com to learn even more about the work Karen does. God bless you and may this conversation (and meditation) bless your day and your prayer life! Thank you for being here. Xoxo Stephanie [email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com if you’d like to connect]

Learning About Faithfulness From The Women In The Bible with author Marina Hofman [EP 269] Aug 16, 2022

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I am joined by PhD professor Marina Hofman, to talk all about faithfulness and what we can learn from the women in the Bible. Marina has an INCREDIBLE story of how God literally saved her life. You won’t want to miss this! In today’s interview, we are going to zero in on some incredible women in the Old Testament and we truly have so much to learn from them! Marina Hofman, PhD, is the author of the award-winning book and video series, Women in the Bible Small Group Bible Study, a professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University, president of Moms For America in Palm Beach County and a homeschool mom of a 3-year-old daughter. Her website is womeninthebible.info - you can grab her book there and learn even more about her. I pray that this episode blesses and encourages you. Talking to Marina was such an encouragement to me so I have a feeling it will be for you too. God bless you and your family! Xoxo Stephanie PS: You can always email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com and the best compliment is if you share this episode with a friend! Thanks for being here.

Lauren Chante Talks Weight Loss God’s Way + Myths About Losing “Baby Weight” [EP 268] Aug 09, 2022

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There are so many myths about weight loss and today, I’m joined by Lauren Chante to break these down! Before the interview, we will meditate on taking our thoughts captive because I know we all need to work on how we think about our bodies. After centering ourselves with a meditation, then you’re going to get to hear from the lovely Lauren Chante. Lauren is a health strategist who is passionate about helping women stop jumping from diet to diet and instead work with the body God has given them and find what works for their life in terms of healthy eating and exercise. Lauren is an inspiration and an encouragement, and you’re going to want to head to www.laurenchante.com to get all the resources she shares. I pray that this episode blesses and encourages you. We are temples of the Holy Spirit and God has created our body to be good. Never forget that, lovely friend. God bless you and your family! Xoxo Stephanie PS: You can always email me at 500secondstojoy@gmail.com and the best compliment is if you share this episode with a friend! Thanks for being here.

Litany for Mothers: a beautiful prayer written by Emily Brown [Bonus #63] Aug 05, 2022

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This litany is a beautiful prayer for mothers everywhere. Emily Brown, Catholic life coach at Fiat Life Coaching, wrote this Litany for Mothers. Emily graciously agreed to have me read it on my podcast. I have this prayer taped on my wall in the kitchen and it brings me so much comfort and peace every time I read it. I pray it does the same for you when you hear it. To learn more about Emily, visit her website at www.fiatlifecoaching.com and feel free to head directly to https://fiatlifecoaching.com/litany-for-mothers-2/ if you’d like a copy of this litany to print out for your home. Thank you for being here lovely friend. God bless you! Xoxo Stephanie

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