The Durenda Wilson Podcast

Latest Episodes:

My Miscarriage Journey (Podcast 463) Oct 27, 2023

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Almost every mom I know has had at least one miscarriage. The journey of grief that comes with miscarriage and stillbirth can be a lonely one so today I want to share our family's story. In the next episode, I will be having a very tender and hopeful conversation with Jackie Gibbons who experienced a full-term still-birth. Even if you've never been on this journey, these episodes will help you better walk with someone else who has. Resources mentioned in this episode:

ctcmath.com

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

theexcelcamp.org and select “Durenda Wilson” for $100 off the camp.

The Story of Isaac (3 episodes)

Song: Sometimes He Calms the Storm performed by Scott Krippayne

Lyrics:

All who sail the sea of faith

Find out before too long

How quickly blue skies can grow dark

And gentle winds grow strong

Suddenly fear is like white water

Pounding on the soul

Still we sail on knowing

That our Lord is in control

Sometimes He calms the storm

With a whispered peace be still

He can settle any sea

But it doesn't mean He will

Sometimes He holds us close

And lets the wind and waves go wild

Sometimes He calms the storm

And other times He calms His child

He has a reason for each trial

That we pass through in life

And though we're shaken

We cannot be pulled apart from Christ

No matter how the driving rain beats down

On those who hold to faith

A heart of trust will always

Be a quiet peaceful place

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

The War on Men (Podcast 462) Oct 23, 2023

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Today Professor Owen Strachan (IG: @profstrachan) and I are specifically addressing our role in the lives of our sons and husbands as we engage in the war on men that is raging in our culture. This war is very real and one that we must win because the future of society depends on it, but it's an uphill battle and we need regular doses of encouragement and that’s what you’re going to find on today’s episode!

ctcmath.com

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

theexcelcamp.org (select “Durenda Wilson” for $100 off the camp)

The War on Men Twitter Instagram

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Thoughts on Concerns About 2024 (Podcast 461) Oct 20, 2023

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I've had this nagging feeling that 2024 could bring a fair amount of upheaval in our country and maybe you've had the same feeling. This is why I thought it would be a good idea to drill down on this and look to God's word for wisdom in the upcoming days. Resources mentioned in this episode:

ctcmath.com

Excel College Summer Leadership Camp

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

Verses mentioned in this episode:

Proverbs 31:10-31 1 Peter 1:3-4 Zephaniah 3:17 Romans 15:13 Romans 12:12 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 Romans 8:18 Romans 15:4 Lamentations 3:21-23 Psalm 46 (God laughs at the nations that war against Him) Other related podcast episodes for more encouragement:

Simple, Unhurried Word of God: God's Sovereignty

How Knowing God's Character Can Relieve Anxiety

Dealing with anxiety: living by faith in a toxic world

Anxiety: Finding Comfort and Answers

Anxiety: A Journey Toward Contentment

Finding Hope in the Midst of the Storm

Unhurried Grace: No Worries

Guarding Our Hearts

Tips for Reducing Anxiety

Simple Unhurried Word of God Psalm 1

Heaven Rules: Take Comfort. Our God is in Control (book) by Nancy Leigh DeMoss

Are We Living in the Last Days? Living with Hope When the Church Says Things Will Only Get Worse Jesus Return: Revelation, The Mark of the Beast and the Anti-Christ

(P.S. Don't forget to check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

How do I Learn to ”Measure” Performance in a Homeschool Way? (Podcast 460).mp3 Oct 16, 2023

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We all want to know if we are doing enough. We want a measuring stick to help reassure us that we are doing right by our kids. Today, Ashley Wiggers and I are talking about how to measure performance in a homeschool way! I know you will be encouraged!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Excel College

ctcmath.com

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

Homeschooling Today

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Taking the Stress Out of Math (Podcast 459) Oct 13, 2023

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Do you find math a challenging subject when it comes to homeschooling?

I’m excited to have Nadim El-Rahi here today to talk about CTC Math and what makes it unique and effective!

Resources shared in today’s episode:

Excel College

ctcmath.com

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

Subscribe to my monthly email and receive a free digital download of Encouraging a Homeschooling Heart

Homeschool Summit 2.0 (Free online homeschooling conference)

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

A Fresh Perspective on ADD/ADHD (Podcast 458).mp3 Oct 09, 2023

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Is ADD/ADHD something that is affecting your family? Today we will be getting a fresh and encouraging perspective on this topic from Dr. Roger McFillin a clinical psychologist and host of the popular Radically Genuine Podcast!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Excel College

ctcmath.com

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

Subscribe to my monthly email and receive a free digital download of Encouraging a Homeschooling Heart

Dr. McFillin's Website

Substack: https://drmcfillin.substack.com Instagram: Youtube: @radicallygenuine https://www.youtube.com/@RadicallyGenuine

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Respect, Responsibility and Our Special Needs Kids (Podcast 457) Oct 06, 2023

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Do you find it challenging to parent your special needs child? Do you find yourself confused about how to discipline him or her since it seems that they need to be handled differently than your other children?

Are we as parents so distracted with our kids’ weaknesses and needs that we forget what God has called us to when it comes to biblical parenting?

(This episode is a great reminder whether you have special needs kids or not.)

Resources shared in today’s episode:

Excel College

ctcmath.com

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

Subscribe to my monthly email and receive a free digital download of Encouraging a Homeschooling Heart

Homeschool Summit 2.0 (Free online homeschooling conference)

James 1

Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Proverbs 22:6, 13:24, 23:13,29:15,17

2 Corinthians 12:14

2 Timothy 5:8

Ephesians 6:4

Ephesians 6:1

Col. 3:28

Parenting by God’s Promises by Joel Beeke (book)

What Does the Bible Say About Parenting? (article)

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Ways to Keep Our Families Healthy Through the Flu Season (Podcast 456) Oct 02, 2023

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Are you wondering what you can do to keep your family as healthy as possible through the winter months?

Today Elizabeth Parsons ( a former RN turned “crunchy”) also known as “Purely Parsons” on Instagram, joins us to talk about ways to both prevent illness and address the symptoms using more natural approaches that encourage our bodies to heal themselves.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

ctcmath.com

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

Subscribe to my monthly email and receive a free digital download of Encouraging a Homeschooling Heart

Homeschool Summit 2.0 (Free online homeschooling conference)

Follow Elizabeth on IG: @purelyparsons

Elderberry Syrup Kits -https://www.purelyparsons.com/shop

Liquid Vitamin C & Zinc (Mary Ruths) - https://bit.ly/3Hshy2E

CODE: PARSONS20 OR MROPARSONS20

Powdered C Salts - https://www.amazon.com/C-Salts-Buffered-Vitamin-Powder-4000mg/dp/B002K9N6Y6

Green Pastures Cod Liver Oil - https://www.greenpasture.org/product/fermented-cod-liver-oil-liquid/

Recipe for Bone Broth - https://www.purelyparsons.com/post/homemade-bone-broth

Throat Coat - https://www.traditionalmedicinals.com/products/throat-coat-tea

Earthley Wellness Cough B Gone - https://www.earthley.com/ref/Purelyparsons/

CODE: PURELY10

Wellements Cough Syrup - https://wellements.com/collections/sniffles/products/organic-nighttime-childrens-cough-mucus-syrup

Homeopathic remedies:

Chest All (cough) - https://boironusa.com/product/chestal-cold-cough/

Oscillococcinum (for flue symptoms)- https://boironusa.com/product/oscillo/

Therapeutic Essential oil blends available at Purely Parsons in late October! Be sure to check back!

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

The Importance of Asking Our Kids Questions (Podcast 455) Sep 29, 2023

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Do you ask your kids lots of questions? This is one of the best things I did with our kids as we raised and homeschooled them.

We have an unusual opportunity to really know our kids and gather important information that can help us guide, direct, teach, and encourage them.

In today’s episode, we will be drilling down on both the importance of asking questions and ways to do that.

Resources shared in today’s episode:

ctcmath.com

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

Subscribe to my monthly email and receive a free digital download of Encouraging a Homeschooling Heart

Homeschool Summit 2.0 (Free online homeschooling conference)

Prompta Conversation Cards(Use this link for a discount)

Proverbs 20:5

The Physical Benefits of Homeschooling

The Mental Benefits of Homeschooling

The Emotional Benefits of Homeschooling

The Spiritual Benefits of Homeschooling

College Alternatives: Excel College

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

Teaching Our Kids the Attributes of God (Podcast 454) Sep 25, 2023

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Have ever wondered how to truly instill in your child the truth about who God is?

A person’s view of God affects their entire life.

The view of God that our kids have will likely determine whether they will embrace biblical Christianity for themselves or not. Imparting this knowledge is an essential, not optional part of parenting our kids in the faith.

But what does that look like with feet on the ground? Where do we start? How young do we start?

Today I’ve invited Elizabeth Urbanowicz from Foundation Worldview to answer these and other questions.

Resources shared in today’s episode:

ctcmath.com

The Unhurried Homeschooler

Unhurried Grace for a Mom’s Heart

The Four-Hour School Day

Foundation Worldview: The Attributes of God

Foundation Worldview

(Please check out my latest book, The Four Hour School Day: How You and Your Kids Can Thrive in the Homeschool Life on Amazon, durendawilson.com, or your favorite bookseller!)

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