Worthwhile

In today’s episode of Worthwhile , I’m finally sharing where I’ve been lately… and our family’s special news: we’re expecting our fifth baby! Along with our announcement, I wanted to have a thoughtful conversation about something that has been on my heart recently — the culture surrounding early pregnancy announcements, both in the world and within the church. Why do so many women feel hesitant to...

What does it actually look like to seek God’s guidance in real, everyday life? In this episode, we bring this idea down to the ground—out of the abstract and into the daily rhythm of home, marriage, and decision making. We talk about how to: line your life up with Scripture in a way that’s actually doable make decisions without constantly second-guessing yourself approach submission and respect in...

The conversation discusses the concept of a 'Stay-with-Mom Reset Day' and the importance of proximity and engagement in maintaining discipline and order in the household. It provides practical insights into reorganizing the day, preventing boredom, and effectively resetting and engaging with children. The application of the reset day in various scenarios is also highlighted, along with a bonus rec...

After making an honest mistake that may have had real consequences for our family, I found myself in a position where I needed someone to listen, understand, and extend grace even when they didn’t have to. That experience was a powerful reminder of two things: how faithfully the Lord provides for us in uncertain situations (and would have even if this hadn't resolved easily), and how often we can...

In this insightful interview, Tilly Dillehay shares practical advice on cultivating respect, encouragement, and gratitude in marriage. Discover how small daily actions and mindset shifts can lead to a sweeter, more trusting, God-honoring marriage over the years. "Your words can power up your husband's engine" "Trust the Lord and wait for the fruit" "A cheerful wife makes a husband want to come hom...

Today's episode covers practical tips for raising boys into strong and good men, emphasizing the importance of encouraging natural strength and competitiveness while channeling strength and self-control. It also delves into the impact of a mother's voice on her son, highlighting the significance of the tone and words used in shaping a son's character. Takeaways Raising boys into strong and good me...

Welcome to my first guest episode where Rachel Jankovic kindly joins to talk about journey of motherhood, reflecting on the insights from her book 'Loving the Little Years.' We discuss the challenges and joys of parenting, the impact of social media on modern motherhood, and the importance of trusting God throughout the parenting journey. Rachel shares her personal experiences and emphasizes the f...

His mercies are new every morning. What does this mean today? How shall we then live? Today we talk about embracing God's mercies every morning, serving and loving others with gratitude, overcoming difficulties with God's grace, confession, obedience, and receiving blessings, choosing cheerfulness and gratitude, clinging to God's promise of new mercies, training and disciplining with gratitude, an...

Find various ways to brighten up the month of February, by expressing gratitude for the weather, finding inspiration for seasonal cooking, implementing organizational tips for the home, and creating a pleasant atmosphere through music, scents, and candlelight. Takeaways Gratitude for weather Seasonal cooking Organizational tips Creating a pleasant atmosphere Chapters 00:00 Creating a Pleasant Atmo...

Today we discuss having a heart full of kindness and grace, especially in the face of daily challenges and interruptions. We chat about a woman's need for quick repentance, forgiveness, and the power of prayer to cultivate a warm and welcoming environment for families. By focusing on gratitude and obedience to God, listeners are encouraged to create a sweet atmosphere that is full of love and supp...

In which I discuss the profound impact of missionary biographies on personal faith and spiritual growth. I highlights stories of faithfulness and courage from figures like Corrie Ten Boom, Brother Andrew, Darlene Diebler-Rose, and Jim Wilson, emphasizing the importance of gratitude, obedience, and the call to live a life of faithfulness. Through these narratives, listeners are encouraged to reflec...

Summary In this episode, Angela Kezar discusses the importance of requiring obedience from children within a Christian framework. She emphasizes that obedience is not only a biblical command but also a foundational aspect of parenting that fosters a loving and respectful family environment. The conversation explores practical strategies for instilling obedience in children, addressing common chall...

In this episode of Worthwhile, Angela Kezar emphasizes the importance of creating a nurturing and joyful home environment for families. She poses reflective questions for listeners to consider about their roles in the household, particularly in relation to their husbands and children. Angela encourages women to strive for excellence in their responsibilities, ensuring that their homes are places o...

The episode explores the importance of aligning personal goals with God's will and offering these goals to God as a way of serving Him. It emphasizes the need to be receptive to God's guidance and to hold goals with open hands, allowing God to direct and guide the pursuit of these goals. Takeaways Aligning goals with God's will Offering goals to God Chapters 00:00 Aligning Goals with God's Will

Angela Kezar introduces her new podcast, Worthwhile, and shares her personal journey of growth and faith. She emphasizes the importance of faithfulness and obedience to God's word, as well as finding contentment in Christ as the key to true joy. The podcast aims to provide encouragement in faithful living and practical insights for women in their roles as mothers, wives, and culture builders. Take...