The Soapbox

Julie Barfield, mother of 2 children, one on Earth and one waiting for her in Heaven opens up with humility and honesty, about mothering in the midst of grief. Julie knows deeply painful days, longing that doesn’t go away, the hope of Heaven, and Emmanuel, God with us. If you are in the midst of grief, I pray these words from another who has known deep grief and pain meet you in a specific way. If...

Sandy Ross, mother of three grown girls and Mimi to 10 grands, finally got to join us on The Soapbox! She shares her Soapbox is the power of our presence as a mother. Through her testimony, she boldly encourages moms to prioritize their children over any calling or ministry. The best part is that you will get to hear a passionate woman, full of life, calling, and vision share the way God has shown...

Jeanne Bolin is a mom of 8 grown children, with 33 (soon to be 35) grandchildren. She shares that God put her in “character school” as a young mom. She studied and feasted on the character traits of Christ and taught her children with great internationality through Bible and Christian Hero stories. Jeanne and her husband believed that Godly character was most important thing their children would l...

Georgan Reitmeier is a mother of two and a long time educator and leader. She believes that parenting can get isolated and community is a longing in all of us. Georgan has actively sought out community through the years by finding people to serve with. She shares many of the ways she and her boys engaged in community. Stay up to date with all things You Are Fam by following us on Instagram . And s...

Jen Cumberbatch- Raising Kids in a Non-Herd Mentality Jen Cumberbatch, wife of over 40 years, mother of 4, artist, and counselor shares first hand how essential it is to train up a child in the way they are BENT. She shares personal stories of herself as a little girl, the rich heritage she carries, and the ways she was mothered that impacted both who she is and how she mothers. Jen is both youthf...

Kelli Boyd, queen of the table joins us to share her DNA of a rich life around the table! Kelli owns she’s not a great cook, she loves paper plates, she sometimes serves a cereal bar or grilled cheese, but she ALWAYS has people around her table- and… she doesn’t jump up to clean. She levels with all of us by sharing the things she had to release to embrace a better life of lingering. She has grown...

Karin simply and practically highlights the value in the written word. She unpacks everything from THE word of God to good literature to writing the stories of God’s faithfulness. Whether you are a Read Aloud Queen or thinking “when would there be time to soak in any written word?”, this episode will stir your heart to read and write! Karin raised 6 children and just finished writing a book! If yo...

Bethany is a mother of 8 children who says, “For years, I mothered from a place of striving, guilt, and fear. But as I began to understand my identity in Christ, not as a mom who has to “get it all right,” but as a beloved daughter, everything shifted. I found peace, joy, and freedom through Gospel-centered parenting.” And you will believe her after you listen to this conversation. Bethany shares...

As promised, here is the recording from our Soapbox LIVE event in June. It is so fun to be all together in a room. This episode is an interview with two old friends, who happen to be wildly different but incredible moms!!! You will hear the ways they lean naturally, the ways they have grown, the things they’ve learned from each other and hopefully leave encouraged in your own wiring whether it be...

Donna Stuart You Were Created to Create Donna is a wife, mom, and a creator in one million different ways! She and her husband, Ben, and their three children live in DC where they planted Passion City DC in 2018. Donna is a woman of many talents and interests. She unpacks the value of being a mom who still creates and passing on your gifts to the next generation. She discusses how important it is...

David Thomas is the Executive Director of Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, Tennessee. He is a New York Times Bestselling Author with his most recent release, Capable: How to Teach Your Kids Strength, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience. David is the co-host of the 15 million+ downloaded podcast, Raising Boys and Girls . He would want you to know that he is most proud to be a husb...

Stasi Eldredge, wife to John, mom of three boys, and Mia to 8 grandchildren joins us from the beauty of colorado with her radiant smile to expand on God’s design in a woman! She is a woman who is certain she is treasured by God and it’s contagious. You will feel it!! She describes the places of Gods heart that are reflected in a mother and even describes ways He “mothers us”. She touches on our ow...

Julie Fowler is a mom of a beautiful daughter (now grown and launched into the world), wife to Paul, former educator, and head of You Are’s Prayer Room. She has a heart for kids, prayer, and loves Jesus more than anything. This practical and helpful conversation with Julie details her parenting journey as she mothered her daughter who is the complete opposite of her in almost every way. They are b...

Happy Mothers Day! I am so excited to introduce you to my very own mom!!! This episode is full of honest confession about the temptation to worry about your kids and try to control their little (and big) lives. But you will hear my mom share her story of God gently leading her to more peace and freedom in motherhood! Keep up to date with all things You Are Family by signing up for our monthly news...

Jodie Berndt is an author and a speaker, but most importantly a wife, mom, and grandma! Her popular books “Praying the Scriptures” were birthed through her own mothering journey. She joins us on the Soapbox like an old friend sharing stories and encouragement with laughter and relatability. You will love her! Grab one of her books when you finish the episode to help you find specific scriptures fo...

Meredith Perryman, mom of 4, said she simply couldn’t share her soapbox without her daughter. This is a super special episode where you'll get to hear a mom and daughter tag team telling their challenging and beautiful story. They share with honesty and humility. You will hear Meredith’s surrender as a mom watching her daughter's physical and mental health challenges and Ellie's personal experienc...

Brittany is a mom of 6 precious children still under her roof! She spends her days homeschooling, cooking, cleaning, and encouraging others walking through their own pain as she shares her story of God’s faithfulness. She has walked through profound seasons of grief—becoming a young widow, raising three young boys as a single mom, remarriage, and blending a family deeply affected by trauma. As you...

Melany Wolfe has been married to Brian for 25 years, has 6 children, 2 granddaughters, and is the director of Aggieland Pregnancy Outreach. She shares the hard and beautiful of involving her kids in the ministry she is specifically called to. She talks adoption, unplanned pregnancy, and inclusivity. Her family story makes me think about Psalm 37:26 “All day long he shows compassion and lends to ot...

Terri Steele, mom of 5 and children’s minister, joins us and unpacks the reality that the same Holy Spirit in us is available to our children. Terri herself walks in childlike humility and this episode will widen your eyes and build your faith! Have fun!! King Camp Registration is now open for July 6-9, 2026!! If you have kiddos ages 5-11, be sure to sign them up!! Head here to learn more and regi...

What a treat to interview the mom of one of your favorite Soapbox guests (Melissa Darst)! Ms. Becky is a Gigi is here to remind us that teaching our kids respect still matters. She gives a gentle nudge to keep teaching the kids in our life manners. Ms. Becky models a life of looking people in the eye, writing the thank you note, and taking the time to see and value those around her. She believes t...

Laina Graf, mom of 5 and Honey to almost 9 grandchildren, joins us to share the importance of processing hard and playing hard through all the years of mothering. She has been in ministry for decades, both internationally and in her own backyard in California (literally). She is a culinary wonder, but mostly an expert in loving people. She heard a mentor say that healthy families do lots of things...

Emilie McCormack, our fabulous, fun mom friend is back in the South after years in the Northwest and we are happy about that! You’ll quickly see why! Emilie carries passion, wisdom, and humility. As a mom of 5, she has so much practice looking for the God-given gifts in each child and calling them out. She gave some incredible one-liners you’ll want to write down. You’re going to finish this episo...

Brenna Stull, mom of 7, kicks off 2026 on the Soapbox with vision for a family functioning as a team. Brenna is passionate about moms not doing everything. If you’re a mom who exhales at that thought but isn’t sure how to not do it all, you will love this episode. Brenna’s  excitement is contagious and her stories are inspiring. You will finish the episode thinking about your own family working to...

Drumroll please… it’s our first mother/daughter duo on The Soapbox! Cindy is a humble mom of 4 adult children who shares how the Holy Spirit invited her into a very specific posture with her children as a young mom. Bethany testifies, real-time, to her mom’s legacy- both in her life and as a mother and grandmother. We even left some bonus chatter on the Holy Spirit because it was too good not to s...

Susan West is a vibrant, alive, intentional “Mia” to many. She is young at heart and rich in wisdom. Susan explores marriage and motherhood, and the way your marriage really can set the tone in your home. You will hear her humility as she traces their own story (of 52 years in love!!!) and want to take notes. Susan touches on communication, expectations, dates, appreciation, common interests, forg...