No Higher Calling

Join me as I share the books that I've been reading in 2025!   1. New Testament Marriage by Scott Pualey 2. Safeguards by Julie Lowe 3. Habits by Charlotte Mason 4. Beneath the Swirling Sky by Carolyn Leiloglou 5. Seasons of a Mother's Heart by Sally Clarkson 6. Every Home a Foundation by Phylicia Masonheimer 7. A Healthier Home by Shawna Holman 8. George Washington Carver by Janet & Geoff Ben...

Jesus paid it all, All to Him I owe; Sin had left a crimson stain, He washed it white as snow. Jesus Christ is sufficient to be the payment for our sins! Though our sin left a crimson stain, He can wash us white as snow. It is good for us to reflect on the gift we have in salvation. Join me as we discuss truths learned in the hymn, "Jesus Paid It All." May it remind us that we owe our all to Him!...

God has given us the unique opportunity to call Sydney, Australia home. Australia is a land of fascinating animals, diverse landscapes, and stunning beaches. Join me as I share a peek into what our life is like living abroad!   Resources Referenced: NHC Friendship Cards   Follow my  journey by subscribing to this podcast. You can also follow me on Instagram , YouTube , and www.nohighercalling.org...

Sleep during the newborn/postpartum season is a hot topic! We are desperate for rest, yet it seems to elude us in that season. There are many methods, tips, and ideas to try. We ask- should we co-sleep? try the cry-it-out method? should a 6 week baby really sleep 8 hours at a time? how often do they really need to eat? So many questions! In this episode, I don't have magic advice that will transfo...

Welcome to the second episode in the 2025 Missionary Monday series. We will travel around the world experiencing other cultures and peoples as we hear from missionaries. God is at work in this world! We can have a part in that work! Missionary Marissa Paton joins us to share what her life is like living in Bacolod, Philippines. God has given her a love for this unique and beautiful land and for th...

Day by Day, and with each passing moment, Strength I find, to meet my trials here;... Join me as we study Hymns for the Heart each month throughout 2025. We will be meditating on the words and truths of twelve beloved hymns of the faith.  On this episode, we hear the story of Carolina Sandell and the tragic event that led her to pen the words of this beloved hymn. Through the loss of her father, s...

Every person on this earth has a sphere of influence. God has designed our lives to impact the lives of others. We have a responsibility to steward this influence well. Jesus is our perfect example. He called the disciples to be "with him". It is this withness that allows us to steward our influence well.  We discuss how this truth impacts the Titus 2 model of discipleship and what it should pract...

God desires for couples to have a beautiful, abundant marriage, yet so often, life and busyness get in the way. Simeon joins me to share our own struggles in this area, and how the Lord has helped us rekindle the spark in our marriage in recent days.    Scriptures Referenced: Genesis 2:24 Mark 10:8 John 10:10   Resources Referenced: 30 Day Husband Encouragement Challenge from Revive Our Hearts Pra...

Scott and Tammy Pauley join us to discuss their new book, New Testament Marriage. The book delves into the lives of Bible couple, Aquilla and Priscilla. This couple gives us a beautiful picture of a marriage where husband and wife are committed to each other and are committed to Christ. We discuss... -How to nurture friendship with your spouse -How a couple can have conversations about Christ -The...

Welcome to the second episode in the 2025 Missionary Monday series. We will travel around the world experiencing other cultures and peoples as we hear from missionaries. God is at work in this world! We can have a part in that work! Missionary Nikki Brown joins us to share what her life is like living in Memot, Cambodia. The Browns have been in the country church planting for over a decade. God is...

A new homeschool year is about to commence, and I could not be more excited! Hear what curriculum and resources I'll be using with my 8, 6, and 4.5 year old.    Resources Referenced: Find links for all the resources referenced on this episode in the blog posts listed below.  NHC Blog: Curriculum Line-Up for 2025 NHC Blog: Morning Moments YouTube: The Good and The Beautiful Math YouTube: Gather Rou...

The more I read and research, the more I realize how important it is for children and adults to be out in nature! This aspect of life has become so important to us that we are seeking to make outdoor time a part of our family culture. That effort has led us to camping together! While it is so good to get away from everyday responsibilities and tech and get immersed in nature, it's not aways easy t...

Amazing grace how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me! Join me as we study Hymns for the Heart each month throughout 2025. We will be meditating on the words and truths of twelve beloved hymns of the faith.  On this episode, we hear the story of Captian John Newton and the events that led him to writing "Amazing Grace." We learn about our gracious God. We think through discussion questions...

We are in the middle of summer here in Sydney, Australia. I have come up with a simple rhythm for our mornings during our break from homeschooling. I have found that having a bit of structured time together at the beginning of the day helps keep them from wandering around with no direction. This is a fun time of reading, learning together, music practice, and activities!   Resources Referenced: NH...

Welcome to the first episode in the 2025 Missionary Monday series. We will travel around the world experiencing other cultures and peoples as we hear from missionaries. God is at work in this world! We can have a part in that work! Missionary verteran, Margaret Stringer, joins me to share her life's story and answer the question, "What is a missionary?" You will be captivated by Miss Stringers ent...

God has a will for every person and a plan for every person. His will is the gospel. He desires that all people come to know Him and to make Him known. His will is the bedrock from which the plan develops. It is in His will that we find our identity, but it is through His plan that we live out our daily callings for His glory. This podcast is called No Higher Calling. What is my highest calling? W...

Wrap up another year's reading challenge with me! I set the goal of reading 50 books this year, and I wrap up with having read 54. In this episode, I share the books I've read in quarter 4.    Books Discussed: Jesus Led Me All the Way by Margaret Stringer Being Elisabeth Elliot by Ellen Vaughn A Family Guide to Narnia by Christin Ditchfield The Last Battle by C. S. Lewis Carry On, Mr. Bowditch by...

We finish our Couples of the Bible study with Mary and Joseph. Why add this couple to the "undesirable couples" list? Though God saw them as highly favored, man misunderstood and deemed this couple undesirable. That did not matter to them! They knew they had received a command from God, and they were willing to fulfill it, no matter the cost.  Simeon and I talk about what it means to be wholly giv...

Simeon and I share our vision for No Higher Calling in 2025- year 5 of the ministry! Hear an update on our family and ministry life in Australia. We also share some very exciting things coming to the podcast plus the FIRST sneak peek into a brand new project for your KIDS! This is an episode you don't want to miss!   Resources Referenced: Great Hymns for Growing Hearts by Brettnay Brazzell NHC Pod...

There is a scarlet cord woven throughout all Scripture. God had a plan for the redemption of mankind. His plan was Jesus Christ. For centuries, women wondered if they would be chosen to be the mother of the promised Redeemer. Out of the pages of history, God chose Mary to have that honored privilege.  Jesus Christ has come and paid the price for our sins. He fufilled all the longings of man's hear...

Miscarriage is a devastaing loss to navigate. In 2021, Simeon and I lost a baby that we named Victory. That was a dark trial for us to walk through as a couple, but it was a loss that also affected our entire family. Though our children were young, we decided to tell them of their sibling that went to heaven.  I have been asked before for advice on helping your children process miscarriage. Every...

Come on a journey with me as we follow Mary and her ponderings as she considers God's plan for her Son. From the manger to the cross, we see God weaving His plan of redemption through the life of Jesus Christ. Years of expectation led to this moment in time. The Messiah had come!  What does this mean for us? How can we ponder on these things and keep them in our hearts?   Scriptures Referenced: Lu...

Gratitude: An emotion of the heart, excited by a favor or benefit received; a sentiment of kindness or good will towards a benefactor; thankfulness.  We have so much to be thankful for. When we start counting our blessings, we realize that we are a very blessed people. Yet, we often forget to express our gratitude to the One who has given us these good and perfect gifts. God has challenged me in t...

Many parents struggle with the question, "What do we do about Santa?" As Christians, we desire to have a holiday that is centered on Christ, yet secularism entices our focus in another direction.  Simeon joins me to talk through this topic as we share what we've come to as a family. You'll also enjoy some fun rabbit trails as we share what it's like to celebrate Christmas in Australia!   Resources...

God has given our family the unique privilege of serving Him as missionaries in Sydney, Australia for almost two years. Because I am a missionary wife, I have often been asked to share my "calling" to missions. My story is different from others. It's not the testimony of other missionary heroes you might read about. My heart was encumbered with fears and doubts. But God has given clarity and purpo...