Mama Bear Prayers

This episode explores what it means to experience Jesus as the Prince of Peace in the midst of the stress, chaos and anxiety that the Christmas season can bring. Overwhelmed moms will feel encouraged that no matter what relational, financial or health struggles you are struggling this Christmas, God is longing to bring peace into your heart.

The third week in our Advent series focuses on the topic of Joy. Visiting the backstory of why "Joy to the World" was written, readers will find joy and hope in the midst of their struggles by focusing on the return of Jesus as our King. Important Links: ⁠⁠My Heart's Garden Children's picture book⁠⁠ Download a free  ⁠⁠⁠ABC'S of Praying like a Mama Bear ⁠⁠⁠ pdf. Follow Mama Bear Prayers on  ⁠⁠⁠Inst...

The second week of our Advent series explores the topic of faith. While faith is a gift from God, our faith can be strengthened and built by our sisters in Christ. We look at the story of Mary and Elizabeth and how Mary needed encouragement from Elizabeth for her unprecedented circumstances. Important Links: ⁠⁠My Heart's Garden Children's picture book⁠⁠ Download a free  ⁠⁠⁠ABC'S of Praying like a...

This episode begins the first part of a 4 part Advent series that will explore the themes of Hope, Faith, Joy and Peace. This week we begin Advent by discussing the hope we have because of the birth of Jesus. Anna and Simeon are two characters of the Christmas story that rarely get much notice but these 2 heroes of the faith lived hopeful lives, devoted to hearing God and watching for Him to move....

Eunice and Lois were two women highlighted in the Bible because of their faithfulness in mothering, nurturing, and training roles in Timothy's life. What does their faithfulness in the small and seemingly insignificant moments of life teach us about our role as Christian Moms? Through this devotional time of prayer, Bible study, and reflection, moms will be encouraged to remain faithful and joyful...

In this episode Charity shares a personal story of experiencing healing and hope after the loss of 2 of her babies to miscarriage.  She shares about the Biblical story of Mary, who broke open her most costly treasure, a jar of perfume as an act of extravagant worship to Jesus.  Listeners are invited into a time of reflection where they can give the 4 T’s as an act of Worship to Jesus:  their Time,...

Today we look at the story of Deborah. While we often think of her as a notable woman and judge in the Bible, a deeper dive into her role unearths some surprising information that instructs us how to rise up as mothers, linking arms with our sisters and brothers in Christ to overcome the powers of darkness and bring the Kingdom of Heaven to earth. Important Links: Download a free ⁠⁠⁠⁠ABC'S of Pray...

Today we dive into the story of Ruth. Charity shares about dealing with the disappointment and loss of how she imagined her first year of motherhood going because of her struggle with post partum depression and anxiety. This show wrestles with difficult faith questions, like "what do we do when God doesn't heal or deliver us from suffering?" and "what do we do when life is disappointing and even u...

Charity shares a personal story of disliking a political figure after a negative professional experience. The Lord surprised Charity by giving her a prayer strategy to deal with the injustice she saw in this politician's power. The results of her prayers were astounding and give us a model for how to respond in prayer during a volitile political climate. Focusing on the story of Esther, listeners...

Today, we have a different format for the podcast, our very first interview!  We are joined by Christie Thomas a Christian author to talk about her two newest books, Little Habits, Big Faith and My First Devotional . Christie encourages moms that small faith habits over time will make a profound impact in the spiritual development of your children.  Christie and Charity also share practical tips f...

In this continuation of a 2 part series, we dive deeper into learning about the life of Eve and the garden of Eden can help overstimulated and exhausted moms find deep refreshment in Christ. We also take a deep dive into what the name "Eve" means and dispel some commonly held beliefs about what it means for a woman to be a "help mate." The episode includes a time of personal reflection and connect...

Mama, if today your heart, mind or body (or all 3) feel weary, this episode is for you. Part 1 of this 2 part devotional episode explores the Eden life and refreshment available to us in the garden of our hearts. In this devotional podcast Charity shares about a season of motherhood where she felt deep burn out and depression and will guide listeners through a time of hearing scripture and asking...

Have you ever felt discouraged or confused about prayer? Maybe you know its an important part of following Jesus, but have never learned "how" to pray. Perhaps you have felt discouraged because you have been faithful in prayer and it seems your prayers have been unanswered. Today we chat about the ABC's of Praying like a Mama Bear giving you practical handrails for praying Biblically with power, p...