Godly Motherhood with Terri Hitt

As long as you believe you're a follower of Christ, why does it matter whether you're fully submitted? What does fully submitted even mean? Unless you're "all in" with your life for Christ, you won't continue to deepen godly maturity. When you stand in front of God one day, longing to hear, "well done my good and faithful servant," you don't want to be surprised to hear, "I never knew you." Your s...

When we look at phases of human development, we see many similarities between the toddler and teen years. Are you aware that the way you parent your toddlers can help set your teens up for failure or success? Today we examine ways parenting toddlers can build a firmer foundation for your teens to build and maintain a lasting house of faith. Read the Episode: https://www.terrihitt.com/items-1/purpo...

Your home is the key to safeguard your children and protect innocence in childhood. Are you disgusted with book illustrations that honor darkness, not light or promote deceit instead of God's truths? Your home can be a place of refuge or risk. You can ensure it's filled with light and love or darkness and deceit. Today we honor the beauty of childhood and remember God entrusts us to protect innoce...

Healthy homes need healthy moms. Are you tired of battling with weight loss or do sugar cravings and unhealthy eating habits keep you chained? Are you lacking energy or focus? You're not alone, but God CAN empower you to break free from the sugar shackles and become a wellness warrior. Today, Christine Trimpe, a certified Christian Health and Wellness Coach shares her transformative journey from b...

Christian moms want to show their child Christlike behavior every day, but getting lost in the endless routines of life and unexpected situations can shift our focus to be far from godly. The truth is that you are a living example of Christ. How are you representing Him? Today we discuss ways to ensure you attract, not repel, your children to Jesus and learn how to stay intentional in the process....

Are you tired, stressed, or irritable after working all day? Don't you wish you had the key to maintaining an even disposition and constant joy? It might just be that your productivity is holding you back. Listen today to see how Jesus mentored rest and how solace in the presence of God (the way Jesus taught) brings spiritual healing. Read the Episode: https://www.terrihitt.com/items-1/purposed-pa...

Home should be the place your children find refuge. It's the place they should lovingly learn about Jesus from godly parents who mentor Christ intentionally with grace, joy, and patience. Yet parents are human. Life isn't perfect. Days flash by. Schedules get changed. Emergencies happen. Still, in the midst of tragedies, trials, or triumphs, parents are still responsible to safeguard the heart of...

Are you a mom who loves the Lord, but gets sidetracked and distracted from intentionally teaching your child about Christ? Do you wonder how you became a good mom who unintentionally values the world more than the Word? You're not alone. Seven in ten mothers are concerned about their children's spirituality, but most don't have a purposed plan to lead them. Today Terri offers simple truths you can...

How blessed humans are that God gave us the intelligence and capacity to speak. We can formulate and share thoughts, ideas, express opinions, love, and emotions. Yet, with the ability to speak, share, and feel, an alarming percentage of teens feel unheard by parents. Twenty-seven percent of teens feel like parents don't listen, and yet seventy-one percent of parents believe they're supporting thei...

Being a mother can be frustrating and fulfilling simultaneously! Everyday tasks like work, caring for the kids, meals, cleaning, errands, chores, and making time for spouse and God can easily bring anxiety. Because moms are the emotional gauge of the home, it's essential that you are armed with biblical strategies to protect your mind, heart, and home. Today Terri will discuss ways to avoid mom gu...

Jesus understood how open children are to the love and teachings of God. Sometimes watching the actions of your kids will give clues as to how you may shape their love and understand of God in deeper ways. Today we discuss four ways to mold the heart of your children to better reflect God's love language and you'll hear how my daughter showed me God's love language. Read the Episode:  https://www....

How ironic it is that mothers need godly patience to parent, but we refine patience while doing the job. That is, if we submit to God and ask Him to grow that beautiful fruit of the Spirit within us. If you want to experience the power of teaching patience to your child as you parent for the future, not the moment, listen today for seven steps that will refine the way you and your children react w...

If you wear busy like a badge, this conversation with Christian Time Stewardship Coach Lissa Figgins will help you redeem your time and learn to steward minutes in a way that honors your family and Christ. Today Lissa teaches us how time management is a myth and shares tips to move you from never enough time to more than enough.   Did you enjoy this conversation? If you'd like to learn more about...

Moms can feel overwhelmed when they think of the heavy responsibilities of raising children. Instead of feeling overwhelmed with all there is to do, today you can feel overjoyed. There are three qualities you must teach your children that are designed to help them develop character, integrity, and love. Listen as we share what these qualities are and how to teach them to your children. Read the Ep...

What does building generational faith or leaving an eternal legacy look like to you? On this episode, Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright, Riggin Wright, and I share biblical truths and family stories that show how we learned to parent the heart , not simply the behavior . We discuss why parenting requires complete surrender and daily renewal through Christ . You'll hear advice from the younger generation on...

Each day brings choices. One of those choices is whether we will look for or ignore special blessings God sends our way. How many have you missed? How many have you appreciated and passed on to others? A recent illness brought more blessings than I could count. Have you experienced days like this? Read the Transcript: https://www.terrihitt.com/items-1/purposed-parent-connected-child-podcast-episod...

Today we focus on the way you live, the activities you pursue, and the words you use. Do the activities in your home honor God, self, or society? Let's dig deep to see whether your lifestyle follows culture or Christ. Read the Episode: https://www.terrihitt.com/items-1/purposed-parent-connected-child-podcast-episode-098---the-holy-role-of-parental-authority---who-sets-the-guidelines-in-your-home

As mothers, we receive a great thrill when we see Fruits of the Spirit evident in our children. Consider your children. Have you noticed differences in the way your child lives and reacts after they followed Christ? If not, there are immediate steps you can take to help them begin to bear fruit for Christ. Read the Episode: https://www.terrihitt.com/items-1/purposed-parent-connected-child-podcast-...

Each day mothers are presented with Heaven-sent opportunities. Do we choose to savor those interruptions like a timely treasure or view the time as a problem or pressure? Today we discuss ways to seize opportunities for guiding the faith of our children and help them build a foundation that equips them with lasting faith in a secular world. Read the Episode: https://www.terrihitt.com/items-1/purpo...

Are you more overwhelmed than overjoyed? Life is challenging, stressful, demanding. Meeting the needs of others, or even your own hopes and dreams can seem impossible. Unless you discover how Jesus modeled self-care and what that means for you. Read the Episode: https://www.terrihitt.com/items-1/purposed-parent-connected-child-podcast-episode-095-%E2%80%93-self-care-for-busy-moms%3A-strategies-for...

Living with our heart focused above is accomplished through a consistent, humble lifestyle that must be modeled to our children. Viewing the simplicity of a pet's expectations is a reminder of how much humans assume and expect. How easily we get caught up in worldly views and desires that trap us and in turn, get passed to our children. Read the Episode: https://www.terrihitt.com/items-1/purposed-...

Are you a good mom striving to raise good kids? Stop that bad habit. Good simply isn't enough for a holy God. Don't limit your children to accepting good when they can live a godly life. God has called you to show them how. Read the Episode: https://www.terrihitt.com/items-1/purposed-parent-connected-child-podcast-episode-093---why-good-isn't-enough-for-god

 Why is exploring the life of Jesus important? Has the Bible given us clues? How should Christ affect your parenting? As you absorb the impact of Jesus's life and death, you are equipped to mentor a godly lifestyle and mindset for your children. Find out how you can use the blueprint of Jesus's life to create deeper relationship and joy in your family that will last for eternity. Read the Episode:...

Have you ever given clear instructions to your child only to find out later that they didn't listen? Or as you speak you see their eyes glaze over? Communication can be hard. Today we discuss ten ways to connect with your kids and get them to actually listen to what you say. Read the Episode: https://www.terrihitt.com/purposedparentconnectedchild/episode/2999b013/ten-ways-to-get-your-children-to-l...

God created humans to desire Him. If you haven't established strong relationship with God through identity in Christ, you won't be able to mentor Him to your children. Instead, they'll establish identity based on who or what they see and hear the loudest. Listen for easy tips you can implement to begin deepening godly identity in yourself and your children today. Read the Episoide: https://www.ter...