Risen Motherhood

What does a mom do at the beginning of an unknown journey with a child who doesn’t seem to fit the mold? Whether it’s food allergies, therapy needs, medical concerns, hearing/vision impairments, challenging behaviors or something else; the differences can feel scary and isolating. How can a mom apply the truth of the gospel when she’s not even sure what she’s dealing with? In this episode, Emily and Laura discuss their own personal experiences with kids who don’t fit the mold, and offer encouragement rooted in an unchanging hope available in Christ. In him, we can be confident that all things are for our good and God’s glory.   Articles, Resources and Related Content: No Matter What Happens- Emily Jensen (contributor at For The Church) Though You Slay Me - song by Shane and Shane Different: The Story of an Outside-the-Box Kid and the Mom Who Loved Him - Sally Clarkson Battling the Bitterness of Parenting a Disabled Child- Christine Hoover (Desiring God) Disability and the Sovereign Goodness of God - free pdf download (John Piper) Hope and Stay - Abigail Dodds' blog with lots of resources on special needs More From Risen Motherhood: Interview with Abigail Dodds-Having a Child with Special Needs - Ep. 58  For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!

Regardless of how long it’s been since having a baby, we can easily tie too much self-worth to our external appearance. Our confidence can be sky high one morning when we see that “number we’ve been waiting for,” and drop to the ground when it we see a friend who looks better-than-before-baby. But what does the gospel say about how we should view our MomBods? In this special “welcome back” episode, newly postpartum moms Emily and Laura discuss common cultural mindsets about body image, encouraging themselves and others to believe the truths presented in scripture. God isn’t shaming our postpartum bodies, and we shouldn’t either.   Articles & Resources: Humble Roots -Hannah Anderson The Kind of Weight that Matters-Gretchen Saffles (Well Watered Women) Exercise, Body Image, and God's Truth- Trillia Newbell, True Woman  More From Risen Motherhood: Post Partum Body Image- RM Ep. 3 Interview with Hannah Anderson-How Humility Nourishes a Weary Mom's Soul -RM Ep. 66  For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!

When urgent needs and love for our littles abounds, it’s easy to become all-consumed by the role of motherhood. Without even realizing it, we can start to define ourselves by how we’re doing, letting our joy be found in the relative success of earthly ability instead of the secure anchor of the Savior. In this episode, Emily and Laura revisit the concept of identity and motherhood, encouraging moms to define themselves in Christ. As sinners, our success can’t be found in any earthly role or relationship, but only through our eternal hope in the Savior himself. Articles & Resources: The Westminster Shorter Catechism -online version The New City Cathecism - Kathy Keller Counterfeit Gods - Tim Keller Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family - Paul David Tripp Mom Enough - Multiple Collaborators (Desiring God) A Gospel Primer for Christians: Learning to See the Glories of God's Love- Milton Vincent When Mommy Loves Jesus More- Emily Jensen (For The Church contributor) More From Risen Motherhood: Motherhood and the Gospel- RM Ep. 1 Interview with Gloria Furman: Missional Motherhood - RM Ep. 32 Interview with Jen Wilkin: Growing in God's Word as a Mom of Little Ones - RM Ep. 63 Interview with Hannah Anderson: How Humility Nourishes a Weary Mom's Soul - RM Ep. 66 Inductive Bible Study Tuturial and Printables - RM Equipping  For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!

It’s natural to prefer spending time with moms who share similar parenting values, lifestyle choices, and special interests with us. Conversely, most of us can instantly think of a mom we avoid, because she makes us uncomfortable with her more-extreme views in a gray-area of motherhood. These feelings beg the question, “How should we love and interact with those who do motherhood differently than us, especially when those differences breed difficulties?” In this episode, Emily and Laura bring the gospel to bear on these challenging relationships, remembering that the cross levels all of us. Because of the extravagant grace shown to us, we can now love others who are different, even when it’s hard.  Articles & Resources: Loving Difficult People || Stacy Reaoch (Desiring God) Organic Food, Essential Oils, and the Gospel of Grace || Stacy Reaoch (Desiring God) The Love that is Neither Easy or Natural || Erik Raymond (TGC) Mom vs. Mom: The War I Didn't See Coming || Jeanne Harrison (Revive our Hearts)  Loving Someone in Their Mess || Colleen Chao (Revive our Hearts)  10 Common Mistakes in Difficult Relationships || Lina Abujamra (Revive our Hearts) More From Risen Motherhood:  Free to be the Mother God Created You to Be: Why Comparison Doesn't Work || RM Ep. 18 Friendship and Motherhood || RM Ep. 38  Breastfeeding & Bottle Feeding: How the Gospel Changes the Conversation || RM Ep. 13  For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!  

Moms celebrate Father’s Day with a variety of feelings. Some are incredibly grateful for their husband’s leadership, hands-on help, sacrificial love, and wisdom with child-rearing. But others feel the pain of disappointment, and aren’t sure how to reconcile their expectations with their reality. In this episode, Emily and Laura interview Jerrad Lopes, host of the weekly DadTired podcast and founder of the non-profit ministry, aimed at pointing men to Jesus. Jerrad tackles some of the most frequently-asked-questions Risen Motherhood receives about supporting husbands spiritually, with “from his perspective” insights and practical ideas. Because of Christ’s example, moms are free to love and support Dad, right where he’s at. Articles & Resources: Dad Tired Website/Podcast-Jerrad Lopes  Stop Behaving: A Gospel-Centered Devotional for Men-Dad Tired When Dad Doesn't Disciple the Kids-Jen Wilkin More From Risen Motherhood: How Mom Can Help Dad Invest in the Family's Faith- RM Episode 14 Putting Your Marriage First: Give Him More than the Leftovers- RM Episode 35 When Littles Make You Want to Check Out in Marriage- RM Blog Pray Before You Speak: Tips for Lovingly Approaching Your Husband with Your Hurts- RM Blog  For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!

Any mom who reads to her children knows that you wouldn't start a storybook right in the middle! If you skipped the first half, your kids would miss important aspects of the plot and the character development. Instead, you would start at the very beginning and view all of the parts as a whole. But for some reason, when it comes to the bible, we often toss that concept aside and go straight for the easier-to-understand New Testament books. In this episode, Emily and Laura make a case for the Old Testament, citing eight reasons why it really matters! Processing the entire bible in light of the cross is critical for mom (and her kiddos) to rightly understand God's epic redemption story. Articles & Resources: Teaching Theology to Children - Nancy Guthrie interviews Marty Machowski on her podcast, Help Me Teach the Bible Show Them Jesus - Jack Klumpenhower Women of the Word - Jen Wilkin  A Christian's Pocket Guide to Loving the Old Testament - Alec Motyer A Peculiar Glory - John Piper  From Garden to Glory - Courtney Doctor Seeing Jesus in the Old Testament - Nancy Guthrie (this is a whole bible study / book series) God's Glory, Illustrated for Kids - Ask Pastor John The Gospel Project for Kids - A Video + Curriculum and resources  Is the Bible Too Violent for Kids? - Trevin Wax  Children's Bibles & Books: The Biggest Story - Kevin DeYoung  The Jesus Storybook Bible - Sally Lloyd Jones  The Big Picture Story Bible - David Helm The Gospel Story Bible - Marty Machowski  The Garden The Curtain and The Cross - Carl Laferton More From Risen Motherhood: Teaching Our Children About Jesus - RM Episode 4 Kid's Inductive Bible Study Card - RM | Equipping   For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!

We know we should be grateful for the gifts God has given us in motherhood, but instead, we find ourselves battling discontentment, anxiety, and stress over our inability to keep up with even the simplest tasks. In this interview, author Hannah Anderson, talks about her book "Humble Roots," offering an opportunity for weary moms to rest as they accept their limitations and let God be God. She applies gospel-truth to challenging topics like postpartum body image, vocational or ministry calling, and dealing with the temptation to live for our ideal version of motherhood instead of God's plan for us. This conversation is candid, challenging, and leaves much to be considered...don't miss it! More about Hannah Anderson & Her Writing: Humble Roots: How Humility Grounds and Nourishes Our Soul   Made for More: An Invitation to Live in God's Image  Sometimes a Light - Hannah's Blog / Website Persuasion Podcast - Hosted by Erin Straza and Hannah Anderson for Christ and Pop Culture Related Articles & Resources: Trade the Toil for Rest in Motherhood - RM Blog  I Never Wanted to Become a Desperate Mom - RM Blog  Freedom to be the Mom God Created You to be: Why Comparison Doesn't Work - RM Episode 18  For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!

These days, it's common to hear the call for moms to find a "tribe" where they belong. While there is great benefit in connecting with women who share similar circumstances, challenges, or life passions, is this where we're supposed to find our primary source of community? In this episode, Emily and Laura address the online "tribe" trend, and challenge moms to examine God's plan for community, which is rooted in the local church. There is no online ministry or common interest group that can replace the need for deep relationships among flesh-and-blood believers.  This Month's free printable is designed by True Cotton. Download and view all printables here.  Related Articles & Resources: How to Find a Mentor in Motherhood - RM Blog  Friendship & Motherhood || Ep. 58 - RM Show Archive When You Feel Alone || Ep. 10 - RM Show Archive Community Requires Venerability - Christine Hoover You Need Gospel Community - Brad Gray  Communication & Community - Interview with Karen Loritts  The One Thing You Need to Know in Order to Make Lasting Friendships - Christine Hoover Why Women's Ministry? - Kathleen Nielson  Life Together - Dietrich Bonhoeffer   For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!

Instagram and Pinterest-worthy spaces may have you feeling intimidated, jealous, or proud about the look and feel of your own home. But despite the trends or the tendency to make appearances too important, there is still value in serving others by creating a beautiful space for God's glory. In this episode, Emily and Laura explain the gospel's implications for beauty in the home, touching on everything from creating a functional space to using decorating for strategic ministry opportunities. Regardless of the size of the space or the size of the budget, mom can image God by drawing her children to His loveliness in all things - even through home decor! Articles & Resources: Social Media, Comparison & Motherhood || Ep. 09 Freedom to be the Mother God Created You to Be: Why Comparison Doesn't Work || Ep. 18 Serving Others Right Where You're At || Ep. 43 Four Questions to Help Determine Your Family's Ministry - RM Blog  Stay Focused on Your Family's Ministry and Giftings - RM Blog   The Lifegiving Home - Sally & Sarah Clarkson (Sally really does a good job of communicating how we can love our families and be a reflection of Christ through storytelling, traditions, and beautiful spaces - check out her podcast to hear many examples!) The Hidden Art of Homemaking - Edith Schaeffer  I Owe My Home to Edith Schaeffer - Lauren Brooks  And for a peak into Emily and Laura's decorating philosophies, check-out some of these posts from their blog archives: Because We All Love Beautiful Things - Laura Why Decorating Your Home Seems so Incredibly Hard - Laura  Lean Living: Why One Family of 6 is Living With Less - Emily   For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!

Is there hope for developing a personal understanding of the bible in the season of young children? In this special interview, author and bible teacher, Jen Wilkin, shares her passion for biblical literacy, encouraging moms to stay committed to gaining a firsthand knowledge of their sacred text. Jen also gives practical examples of what this might look like, offering encouragement to set aside larger blocks of time, get involved in a structured study with accountability, and consistently consume the word whenever and wherever you can. If you haven't been sure about how an understanding of scripture impacts your spiritual life or your role as a mom, you'll be so challenged and encouraged by this interview! More From Jen Wilkin Books: Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible With Both Our Hearts and Minds None Like Him: 10 Ways God is Different From Us (And Why That's a Good Thing)  Bible Studies: The Sermon on the Mount 1 Peter: A Living Hope in Christ Listen to Jen's Weekly Bible Study teaching at her church  Favorite Articles, Videos & Resources: Jen's Blog - lots of wonderful posts here How to Raise an Alien Child - a must watch for moms!  Find out what's on Jen's bookshelf Wondering how to organize a women's bible study that's helpful for moms of young children? Jen on "Help Me Teach the Bible" with Nancy Guthrie  How Your Quiet Time Should Change You Biblical Literacy for All: A Conversation With Jen Wilkin   Your Child is Your Neighbor  How do Busy Women Serve in Women's Ministry? Practical Tools for Studying and Teaching the Word - Jen Wilkin at Revive '15 Other: Why Your Theology Matters in Motherhood  When Quiet Times Aren't Quiet: How Moms Make Time to Study God's Word (RM Ep. 15) RM Spiritual Growth Resources  RM Tools for Bible Study  Free Resources for Inductive Bible Study For More: To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher). Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us. Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information. Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on on social media. Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in. *Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!