Front Parking Spot Podcast- Praying Moms, Raising Christian Families, in Today’s World

Welcome to episode 42 of the Front Parking Spot podcast! In this heartfelt episode, host Jennifer Bosma, a mom, grandma, and former teacher, delves into the emotional and practical aspects of sending your first child to college. Jennifer shares six key points, including practical tips on maintaining communication, to help you cope with this significant transition. These insights ensure you and you...

Welcome to episode 41 of the Front Parking Spot podcast, hosted by Jennifer Bosma. In this episode, Jennifer shares her wisdom from 35 years of marriage and offers five essential tips for cultivating a solid and loving relationship with your spouse. Jennifer, a wife, mom, grandma, former teacher, and Christian children's book author, provides practical advice for faith-based moms. She guides you o...

Welcome to Episode 40 of the Front Parking Spot Podcast! In this episode, host Jennifer Bosma sits down with Kristen Hallinan to discuss the powerful topic of redeeming generational pain. If you grew up in a dysfunctional or unchristian family, experienced tension, trauma, or issues with grandparents, Kristen offers hope, help, and healing. Kristen Hallinan, a mom of four, writer, and speaker, sha...

Welcome to episode 39 of the Front Parking Spot podcast! Join me for a unique round-table porch discussion with five incredible moms from diverse parts of the country. Their varied experiences and perspectives will inspire, encourage in your faith, and equip you with practical advice and mom hacks to make your life easier. In this episode, we share invaluable and practical tips on managing meal pr...

Welcome to episode 38 of the Front Parking Spot podcast! In this episode, Jennifer Bosma is joined by her mother-in-law, Susan Bosma, who has an incredible testimony and a profound message for all faith-based moms. Susan shares her journey of nearly 50 years as a Christian, emphasizing the life-changing power of the words we speak. Drawing from her own experiences and scripture, she explains how o...

Today, on episode 37 of the Front Parking Spot podcast, join Jennifer Bosma as she dives into a heartfelt conversation with Kylie Sanches, the founder of "You Play. I Pray." Kylie shares her inspiring journey, from navigating her husband's professional baseball career to creating a faith-based movement for sports moms and their kids as you stand steadfast with Jesus on the sidelines. Discover how...

Today, host Jennifer Bosma is joined again by Valerie Fentress for a deeper dive into the power of fairy tales and how to teach kids to discern good books. Valerie, a Texas-born mom of three and author of two children's books, shares her insights on finding biblical truths in fairy tales and the importance of teaching kids to identify quality reading material. In this episode, Valerie and Jennifer...

Welcome to episode 35 of the Front Parking Spot podcast! Join host Jennifer Bosma as she welcomes Tiffany Tutu, president and founder of Mommyhood Empowered. In this episode, Tiffany shares practical and insightful tips to make your summer days better and more Christ-centered. Listen in as Tiffany and Jennifer discuss the importance of surrendering control to God, the benefits of reducing screen t...

Are you looking to overcome anxiety and overwhelm? Tune in to hear Jennifer and special guest Salina Johnson, a mindset and movement mentor, discuss overcoming daily overwhelm for busy moms. Salina shares her transformative five-step process, PAUSE, designed to help you reset, find productivity, and experience joy amidst the chaos. Salina opens up about her journey with burnout and how she develop...

Welcome to Episode 33 of the Front Parking Spot Podcast! Join host Jennifer Bosma as she interviews Kelly King, the retired chairman, and CEO of Truist Bank. In this enlightening episode, Kelly shares his wisdom on the four steps to happiness and the importance of having a growth mindset. With insights tailored for moms, dads, and all family members, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone l...

Welcome to Episode 32 of the Front Parking Spot Podcast with Jennifer Bosma. With Father's Day just around the corner, Jennifer shares valuable insights and "wife wisdom" to enhance your relationship with your husband. Drawing from 35 years of marriage, she offers six transformative tips that can foster a happier home and a stronger marriage. In this episode, Jennifer emphasizes the importance of...

Welcome to episode 31 of the Front Parking Spot Podcast! Hosted by Jennifer Bosma, a wife, mom, grandma, former teacher, and Christian children's book author, this episode is all about managing the increased tensions and sibling arguments that often come with kids being home for summer. Jennifer shares valuable insights and strategies, including the powerful technique of using calmness to de-escal...

Welcome to Episode 30 of the Front Parking Spot Podcast! Join Jennifer Bosma, wife, mom, grandma, and Christian children's book author, as she delves into the fascinating topic of dreams and their divine significance. Discover how God communicates through dreams and learn to interpret their meanings with the help of the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Jennifer shares a personal dream experience and...

Welcome to Episode 29 of the Front Parking Spot Podcast! In this episode, Jennifer Bosma is joined by Valerie Fentress, an award-winning author and host of the Bookworthy podcast. Together, they dive into the fascinating world of fairy tales and discuss the importance of choosing good books for our children. Valerie shares her insights on how fairy tales can communicate moral and biblical truths,...

In Episode 28 of the From Parking Spot Podcast, we delve into the importance of introducing scripture to children at a very young age. Studies show that kids are most receptive to learning up until the age of 10, making early exposure crucial. Join us as we discuss practical tips for incorporating scripture into daily routines, making it easier for kids to memorize and understand. Special guest Mi...

Welcome to Episode 27 of the Front Parking Spot Podcast, designed for faith-fueled moms embarking on a spiritual journey that transcends motherhood. This episode features our host, Jennifer Bosma, in a heart-to-heart conversation with a special guest, Samantha, her firstborn, and a committed mom of three. Samantha's devotion to her children and her unyielding faith in God are truly inspiring. Duri...

Welcome to an enriching episode of the Front Parking Spot Podcast. This is a safe haven for faith-based moms eager to nourish their spiritual foundation in raising a family. In episode 26, our host, Jennifer Bosma, introduces a special guest, her 90-year-old mother, Joan, a proud mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. In a heartfelt exchange, Joan shares timeless wisdom about faith, family, a...

In this inspiring 25th episode of the Front Parking Spot podcast, host Jennifer Bosma engages in a heart-touching conversation with Jennifer Noel Wilson, a children's author and long-time children's ministry leader. In the episode titled "The Power of Forgiveness," Jennifer Noel Wilson delves into the delicate topic of forgiveness, explored through her journey of forgiving her father after he left...

In episode 24 of the Front Parking Spot podcast, we invite award-winning Christian author, writing coach, speaker, and former news radio journalist Michelle Rahal to discuss the crucial topic of "Practicing What We Preach." A former family ministry director and published educational consultant, Michelle uses her wealth of experience to highlight parents' important role as models for their children...

Are you looking for ways not to be disappointed this Mother's Day? Do you want your family to give you a great Mother's Day and need ideas on how to make this happen? Welcome to today's episode of the Front Parking Spot Podcast, where host Jennifer Bosma, a Christian children's book author and former teacher, shares her insights and wisdom on ways to make your Mother's Day great. The episode begin...

In episode 22, we delve into the inspiring journey of Melinda Schmiedeknecht, a successful businesswoman and organizer of two support communities for women. Rooted in Christianity, she shares her empowering journey of self-discovery guided by God's love. Her story is a beacon of inspiration for all moms, inviting them to reevaluate their measuring sticks in line with Jesus and His promises, rather...

In this enlightening episode 21 of Front Parking Spot podcast, Jennifer Bosma - a Christian children's book author and podcast host - warmly welcomes Patsy Burnette, an experienced mom and passionate Christian. Patsy comes equipped with inspiring insights and practical resources centered on harnessing the transformative power of God's Word for both moms and their children. As an accomplished autho...

 In this episode, Nancy Grabe, a seasoned Christian counselor, therapist, wife, and mom, discusses the all-important subject of building independence in our children. Listen in as Nancy shares her tips and insightful analogies to help parents encourage resilience, self-care, and independence in their kids. With our guest, Nancy Grabe, on board, this episode is packed with first-hand experiences, e...

In this heartfelt discussion of episode 19, we delve into the transformative power of consistently engaging with the Word of God and surrendering to His will. We uncover Katy's decision to surrender her deepest controls and fears, brought about by prayer and reading the Bible daily, which amplified her spiritual well-being and significantly impacted her family life. Our conversation offers practic...

Are you in a challenging time of life when you are not hearing from God as you would like to? Are you wondering why you aren't feeling spiritually connected? In episode 18, Jennifer candidly narrates the struggles she encountered when she felt God's silence, the periods when, despite traditional ways of seeking, it was challenging to feel God's presence. She also shares her personal experiences fr...