The Warrior Mama Podcast

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Parenting has been a journey of growth for Bethany. Looking back, there are a few things she wishes she could have told her younger self. In those early years of motherhood, she often found herself overwhelmed by fear, worry, and the constant question, "Am I doing this right?" It was easy to become paralyzed by the thought of making a mistake, but Bethany knows n...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Bethany continues praying through Ephesians 3:14-21, we focus on the final two concepts: that our children would know the love of Christ and be filled with the fullness of God. To know his love is more than just believing—it’s experiencing it personally, in a way that never stops. A love so deep and real that it shapes how they live and who they become. We ask Go...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Bethany is on the third day of diving deeper into Ephesians 3:14-21, breaking it down into six key concepts and praying them over our children. Today, the focus is on truly understanding—grasping the depth of God’s love in a way that becomes unshakable truth. We are asking God to help our children not just hear about his love, but to know it. To hold onto it so f...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. As we continue praying Ephesians 3:14-21 for our children, we pray that the Holy Spirit will dwell in their hearts. This is more than just a surface-level prayer—it’s asking for Christ to be deeply rooted in their minds and wills. We are praying for Christ to be united with them, knowing they can’t be okay without him. We’re asking for them to be rooted and groun...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. As parents, we can pray powerful prayers for our children, asking God to strengthen them in ways we can’t. In Ephesians 3:14, we’re reminded to pray that God empowers our children through his spirit. This prayer invites God to work actively within them, filling them with his strength and presence. It’s a reminder that God is always at work in our children, empowe...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. The constant grumbling from our kids—whether it’s about dinner, chores, or not getting their way—can be exhausting. Complaining wears us down, but more importantly, it reveals a deeper issue. Bethany walks us through Philippians 2:14, showing that complaining isn’t just about words—it’s a heart posture that rejects what’s been given and dishonors God’s design. “D...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Have you ever wondered if you’re praying enough? Doing enough? That nagging voice that says, “you’re terrible at this”—that’s not from God. “If we are faithless, He remains faithful.” —2 Timothy 2:13 God doesn’t turn away when you struggle. His love isn’t conditional. His mercy holds you, even when you fall short. He’s not asking for perfection—he’s calling you t...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Parenting isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about walking with God through every moment. 2 Corinthians 4:5-8 reminds me that I’m not doing this alone. Instead of relying on my own wisdom, I ask, “Lord, what would you have me do?” and trust him to guide me. Right now, that looks like inviting him into your conversations with your kids, leaning on his promise...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Sharing Jesus with our kids isn’t about giving them a perfectly structured lesson or the "right" words. It’s about living it out—showing them what it means to walk with Him, not just talking about it. But let’s be honest. It feels hard sometimes. We wonder if they’re really listening, if we’re saying too much or not enough. We don’t want it to sound like another...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood can feel overwhelming, with constant worries about the future and whether we're doing enough. But in those moments, we can cling to one powerful truth: God has a plan for us and for our children. His outcome is perfect, and that’s where our hope rests. When we trust in God's plan, we find peace and experience motherhood in a radically different way. So...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood can feel like an ongoing cycle of giving and waiting, with moments of discouragement about whether it’s all paying off. Bethany recently shared a powerful comparison: the pecan tree. A pecan tree doesn’t bear fruit until 10-14 years old, and it’s only fully fruitful after 18-22 years.  Just like a pecan tree, your child is in process, and you are...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Do you ever struggle to see your children the way God does, feeling stuck in your own perspective? Comparison, frustration, and the pressure of outcomes creep in so quickly. So how do we shift? 2 Peter 1:2 says, “Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord.” But grace and peace don’t come from control—they come from kn...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Where is your favorite place to escape to? What is your happy place—the spot where you feel most connected to God, where your nerves calm, and your heart finds peace? Maybe for you, it’s the beach, or a quiet corner of your home. As a mom, Bethany often thinks, "If I could just go to the beach, maybe I could do this day better." But the truth is, God is offering...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood can feel overwhelming, leaving you searching for answers and reassurance. But God’s leadership isn’t harsh or demanding—it’s gentle. Psalm 25:9-10 and Isaiah 40:11 remind us that God’s heart is tender toward mothers. He invites us to seek him first, knowing that he will gently lead us through each step. You don’t have to figure it all out alone—he is n...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Maybe you’ve asked, What if God doesn’t listen? Let me reassure you—he does. Psalm 66:19 and Psalm 116:1-2 remind us that God hears our prayers and is always attentive to us. He listens to every cry, every request, and every silent prayer. God knows the burdens you carry as a mother. He knows the things you struggle with and invites you to bring them to him. Don’...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. When conflict arises, it’s easy to feel lost, wondering what’s truly going on with your child. But God cares about your child’s heart and invites you to ask him for insight. In Isaiah 42:16, God promises to guide us, especially in difficult seasons. Even when we feel abandoned or disconnected, he will not leave us. If you’re struggling to connect with your child,...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood can feel overwhelming when we’re striving to do it all, but Jesus meets us with compassion, not frustration. Psalm 103:11-14 reminds us that God knows every weakness and limitation we face, yet he lovingly offers His strength and grace to carry us through.  When we surrender to him, he helps us grow, equips us to know our children better, and brin...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Have you ever paused to think about how deeply God knows you? He doesn’t just see you, he studies you with love, care, and patience. God knows every detail of your heart—your questions, doubts, struggles, and joys. And here’s the beautiful truth: he is for you. Luke 15:3-7 reminds us of the parable of the lost sheep. When we wander, he isn’t scolding us or shakin...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. As parents, one of our most important roles is to be students of our children. We can’t truly guide them unless we take the time to understand them deeply—who they are, how they think, and where they’re headed. A powerful question to ask God is, “How do you see my children? How did you create them? What are you leading them toward?” These questions help us look b...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Parenting is more than a job—it’s a calling. God has entrusted you with a flock, not to control or push, but to guide with love and purpose. 1 Peter 5:2-4 paints a beautiful picture of this calling, reminding us that leadership is about walking with those we’re guiding, not barking at them from behind. A shepherd leads their flock from the front. However, a sheep...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. As parents, it's easy to fall into the trap of setting rules with the expectation of perfect adherence. We may become harsh judges, demanding perfection from our children. However, this approach overlooks the reality that our children, like all of us, are imperfect. In 2 Corinthians 5:18-21, we’re reminded that we are ambassadors for Jesus, called to lead others...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Being a parent means showing up for your kids in ways they may never fully see or understand—and one of the most important ways we show up is through prayer. Ephesians 6:10-20 calls us to stand firm in faith and to pray with alertness. For our children, this means asking God to guide them, protect them, and work in their lives in ways only he can.  Prayer isn’t a...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood can often feel like you're stuck in the trenches—endless tasks, challenges, and moments of wondering if anything will ever change. But as a mother, you have the incredible opportunity to be a vision caster for your children, helping them see the bigger picture of God's plan. When we shift our perspective and understand that our role is to glorify God's...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Hope is often misunderstood. We say things like, “I hope it doesn’t rain,” treating hope as a wish. But in scripture, hope is far more—it’s a confident expectation of what God has already promised. As mothers, we’re called to embrace this assurance and pass it on to our children. Being a hope giver means grounding our parenting in the unshakable certainty of God’...

Welcome back to the kitchen table. You’re not alone in feeling the challenges of motherhood. But, today Bethany reminds us of its sacred privilege, not a burden. It’s easy to lose sight of this, especially when we feel overwhelmed by our roles as mothers and wives. But God doesn’t just see us in those roles—he sees us as his chosen people first. By embracing our identity in Christ, we find the str...