Miracles in the Madness | Encouragement for Overwhelmed Christian Moms, Biblical Parenting, & Peace

What do you do when life doesn't go according to plan? This week on Miracles in the Madness , I'm recording from the middle of an unexpected power outage after spending the night at my mother-in-law's house because our home still doesn't have electricity. While it would have been easy to focus on the inconvenience, God used this experience to remind me of something far more important. In this epis...

Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered, "Who am I now?" Motherhood changes us in beautiful ways—but somewhere between raising children, caring for everyone else, and trying to follow Jesus faithfully, many women begin to lose sight of who God created them to be. In this encouraging conversation, I sit down with chiropractor, entrepreneur, homeschool mom, and founder of Healthy Made Easy,...

Do you ever feel so overwhelmed that you struggle to respond to your children with patience? As Christian moms, we want to be a safe place for our children—a place where they feel seen, heard, and loved. But when we're exhausted, overstimulated, and carrying the weight of work, family, responsibilities, and everyday stress, it's easy to react instead of respond. In this episode of Miracles in the...

Have you ever felt like God called you to something... and then the waiting became harder than you ever imagined? In this powerful Season 4 premiere of Miracles in the Madness , Ashton sits down with author, speaker, podcaster, and adoption advocate Marcy Bursac to talk about faith, obedience, Christian motherhood, foster care, adoption, and trusting God when life doesn't go according to plan. Mar...

Have you ever looked back on a difficult season and suddenly realized… God was there the whole time? In this season finale episode of Miracles in the Madness , Ashton Kever speaks directly to the woman walking through change, uncertainty, or transition - the mom, the believer, or the weary heart wondering what God is doing next. As life shifts between seasons - children growing up, new responsibil...

Have you ever wished you could just stop worrying but life keeps giving you situations you can’t control? In this honest and deeply personal episode of Miracles in the Madness , Ashton Kever walks through Psalm 25 - a powerful prayer of dependence, surrender, and trust written by David during a season of distress. If you’re a Christian mom or woman feeling overwhelmed, anxious, overstimulated, or...

Have you ever stepped away from your normal routine and suddenly heard God more clearly? In this episode of Miracles in the Madness , I’m sharing the powerful spiritual lessons I experienced while attending the Favored Women Conference in Branson, Missouri — and why gatherings like this can reignite faith for Christian women in busy seasons of life. Through teaching, worship, and deep conversation...

Are you a busy Christian mom who loves God but struggles to stay consistent in your Bible reading? Maybe you’ve tried waking up early… Maybe you feel guilty for not doing enough spiritually… Or maybe you’re just plain exhausted and wondering why your faith feels dry. In this episode of Miracles in the Madness , Ashton Kever shares the life-changing truth about daily Bible reading for busy moms - w...

Do you ever feel like you love your kids deeply… but parenting still feels really hard some days? Maybe you’re exhausted. Touched out. Overstimulated. Trying to be a good Christian mom while quietly wondering: “Why is this so hard?” In this honest and vulnerable episode of Miracles in the Madness , Ashton shares a raw look into real-life motherhood — the overwhelm, the guilt, and the spiritual ten...

Are you a tired mom trying to keep up with school schedules, activities, family responsibilities, and your faith — only to feel completely exhausted? In this honest and vulnerable episode of Miracles in the Madness , Ashton Kever opens up about the real exhaustion many Christian moms experience in modern motherhood. From the pressure of parenting young children to the constant busyness of family l...

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure what God is doing in your life… this episode is for you. In this powerful workshop-style episode, I’m sharing a message straight from my heart (and my own story) about how to navigate the different seasons of life with God - even when they feel confusing, painful, or slow. Originally recorded at a women’s retreat, this conversation goes beyond surfa...

Have you ever felt completely alone… even when you’re surrounded by people? Maybe you’re in the thick of motherhood, overwhelmed by responsibility, struggling in your faith, or wondering why connection feels so hard—even in a world that’s more “connected” than ever. In this powerful workshop-style episode of Miracles in the Madness , I’m sharing a deeply personal part of my story—from postpartum i...

Have you ever felt like God suddenly closed a door you were sure He called you to walk through? In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Miracles in the Madness , I’m joined again by Lori Hancock as she shares the raw, behind-the-scenes reality of ministry life. We dive into what happens when obedience leads to unexpected hardship, when your community becomes a place of pain, and when God all...

If you’re a Christian mom who feels overwhelmed, overstimulated, and stretched too thin… this episode will feel like someone finally understands ❤️ In Part 3 of Lori Hancock’s powerful testimony, Lori shares what life really looks like after the crisis moments — raising kids, working in ministry, managing stress, and trying to keep your faith strong when you feel completely drained. Together, we t...

What if the seasons where you feel like life is delayed or not going the way you planned are actually the seasons where God is preparing your heart for something bigger? In Part 2 of Lori’s story, we talk about what it looks like to wait on God and trust His timing, even when it feels like everyone else’s life is moving forward. During her college years, Lori wrestled with difficult relationships,...

If you’re raising your children in church and praying their faith truly takes root, this episode will meet you right where you are. In Part 1 of this three-part testimony, I sit down with Lori Hancock — a preacher’s kid raised in generations of strong Christian faith. Surrounded by grandparents and parents who poured into her spiritually, Lori had a solid foundation… yet after losing her younger b...

If you’re a Christian mom who loves Jesus… but feels like you’re constantly failing at “quiet time,” this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re redefining what it really means to be still before God - especially in a season of loud toddlers, mental overload, intrusive thoughts, and routines that never go as planned. Using the image of falling snow and the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19...

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “too much” — too passionate, too emotional, too intense about your faith — this episode is for you. In this conversation, Ashton speaks to the overwhelmed Christian mom who loves Jesus but feels stretched thin, misunderstood, or tempted to shrink herself to make others comfortable. Through personal stories and Scripture, she explores what it means to steward...

In this heartfelt testimony, we talk about faith through loneliness, infertility, waiting seasons, and the unexpected emotions that can come with motherhood. This conversation is especially for the Christian mom who feels isolated, unseen, or spiritually weary. If you are navigating infertility, longing, or loneliness while trying to grow in your faith, this episode offers encouragement and hope....

If you’re a Christian mom searching for wholesome family TV that aligns with your values — and actually creates meaningful conversations — this special bonus episode is for you. In this crossover episode of Miracles in the Madness, Ashton Kever joins Jennifer from the podcast Wholesome TV Picks to talk about why Little House on the Prairie still matters for families today. Together, they explore h...

If you’re a Christian mom feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure how to move forward in this season, this short bonus episode is for you. In this episode of Miracles in the Madness , Ashton talks honestly about the power of words, the practice of choosing a Word of the Year , and how God can use simple, intentional language to reshape your mindset, your faith, and even your family life. You’ll he...

What do you do when life feels overwhelming, your efforts feel unseen, and you wonder if your life even matters? In this episode of Miracles in the Madness, Ashton reflects on the timeless themes of It’s a Wonderful Life and explore why this story resonates so deeply with overwhelmed parents, especially Christian moms, carrying quiet burdens during the holiday season. Through the lens of George Ba...

Get your FREE New Year, Same God Word of the Year Guide when you subscribe to my email list! As the calendar turns and a new year begins, many of us feel the weight of fresh starts, spiritual goals, and the pressure to “get it right.” But what if January wasn’t about becoming a better version of yourself — and instead about remembering who God made you to be? In this episode of Miracles in the Mad...

Christmas isn’t always joyful—but sometimes, it’s exactly where God meets us in the most unforgettable ways. In this episode of Miracles in the Madness , I share a few Christmas miracles that I believe God worked in my life—moments where fear, uncertainty, and lack were met with His protection and provision. I tell a couple stories of Christmases past, when Christmas felt a little scarier than nor...

Christmas traditions aren’t just memories—we’re participating in a story that began with the birth of Jesus. In this episode of Miracles in the Madness , we reflect on how traditions are woven throughout the story of Christ’s birth and how they continue to shape faith, family, and belonging in our homes today. I share some of the traditions that shaped my own childhood—family baking and cooking da...