You’re Not That Special

In a time that seems to demand more and more of us, how do we balance a diligent work life with moments of leisure and pleasure? Listen in.

How do we get the rest, the order, and the productivity levels that we need? As an adult the work never stops, so when do we say “when?” As humans we have desires that are legitimate and need to be fulfilled. Again, when do we say “enough?” How much is “good” for us? Listen in. Quotes: “Do you not want the King?” “Want him?” she replied, “How can there be anything that I did not want?” -Perelandra...

How is kindness the opposite of envy? Will kindness really cure the deep longings envy points towards? Listen in to discover how rejoicing with and loving others may be the unlikely keys to happiness in all circumstances.

Today we’re breaking down what chastity looks like according to our vocations. This medieval word holds more meaning and promise than we give it credit for. Our lives as married or single people can greatly benefit from understanding what chastity is and what it helps us to achieve. Listen in.

Wow. Ladies and gentlemen, taking these virtues to heart and making them our plan of action never felt more obvious. Controversially, they feel absolutely counter intuitive, even wrong in defense of ourselves. Join us as we discover the freedom of living virtue as Christ intended, and the security of practically depending on Jesus as our plan of defense. This one has me humbled. Listen in.

Want to do something dangerous? Join us as we discuss the difference between the natural and the unnatural (i.e. the state of pride and the practice of humility). We’re faced with our littleness once again as we discuss this original umbrella sin that pervades almost every part of our lives, but also significantly increases our anxiety, frustration, and fear. The way of humility may be foreign, bu...

What are the seven heavenly virtues? Have you heard of the seven deadly sins? Join us for a combative strategy for living like Christ by following this list of seven. We’re growing in confidence that He is both able and generous to make us like Him! Our confidence is held not in our ability to follow perfectly, but in a leader who shows the way with mercy and astounding proximity. Listen in.

Does vice and virtue sound a bit medieval to you? Join us as we explore the potential of a life pursuing virtue. Living like Christ doesn’t come naturally, there’s a learning curve. As we explore individual virtues and vices in the coming weeks we’ll see how our lives are evolving towards the Father and looking less and less like a world which no longer even recognizes truth.

We’re back! I (Emily) sold our house with my husband, moved in with my in-laws, and some other BIG changes over our year break. I don’t know if I’d have been brave enough to know all this change was coming! Would you like to know what’s next in your life? We’re discussing life changes, aging, family growth, and learning to number our days. Listen in.

Continuing our practice of Surrender for this Easter season. Surrender applies to the major life events, but also (and quite likely more so) to the daily habits and practices of our lives. Join us as we delve into sleep deprivation, our reluctance to turn to Him first in times of need, and experiencing peace no matter your circumstance.  Quote- “In this moment He is accomplishing something unique...

In this episode we discuss observation of liturgical calendars, our need for seasons, and re-cap Kim’s Lenten lessons. So good to be back with a new, tiny guest in tow! Listen in.

What would you say if we told you that Christmas lasts much longer than one day? And, what might you say if your Christmas has been less than, well “Christmasy?” The good news for those of us who’ve had a hard season is that Christ came for just this sort of thing. Our weakness draws Him to us. Our embrace of this weak place makes fertile soil for our Savior to come and do some saving. Listen in.

In this, the week before Christmas, we’re talking about the necessity of advent. Whether you’re working, a stay at home mom, or both, properly ordering our days for prayer is vital to Christian life. Listen in as we discuss the American mindset and work ethic in light of being “truly human” by ordering our days to serve our souls first.

How advent captures us beyond, “Jesus is the reason for the season.” Developing a heart posture of waiting for His kingdom, while simultaneously participating in Immanuel, “God with us” is a tension we don’t often acknowledge. How do we wait in expectation with the hurts and troubles of our current state? Listen in.

Have you ever felt like the things you’re teaching your children are falling on unappreciative ears? Kim and Em dive into the reality of sharing rich and beautiful academia and planting seeds as an arduous, trusting work. We don’t know what is sticking and what is not. A child, being made in the image of God, is a unique and independent vessel, ultimately under our jurisdiction, but not under our...

In her season, Emily feels responsible to do what she sees needs done. In her season, Kim is learning to let go of what she knows and sees, even when saying something might help. For both of us, we’re learning the opportunity in surrender through the daily practices of homeschooling, teaching, and getting enough protein. Does taking care of yourself sometimes feel “selfish?” Then this conversation...

After discussing the “why” for our homeschooling we now dive into the “what and the how.” Tailor-made for each family, this portion of your homeschooling venture deals with the unique circumstances of your family. Finances, preferences, time, health, all play into this journey, and we’re here to tell you that exactly where you are is where the Lord is, too. We do not walk alone. This is not a solo...

Today we’re talking about why our “Why” matters in homeschooling, and the possible fall out of going at this without one. Listen in. Teaching From Rest by, Sarah Mackenzie: Teaching from Rest: A Homeschooler's Guide to Unshakable Peace https://a.co/d/7Iw8Dwr

This is a much-anticipated series. We love to talk about this subject, as we’re both homeschooling, one of us was a homeschooler, and both of us have seen incredible freedom in this form of education. While there’s no one right way to homeschool, there’s a right way for you and your family. Join us as veteran and newly-initiated homeschool mothers share our insights on best-laid-plans, ideals vers...

Parenthood is a calling. In this six-part series we’ve run the gamut of this rarely explored topic. Parenthood is messy, but there’s abundant grace that (quite frankly) we’re banking on. Honoring your parent is messy, but again grace plays a pivotal role in this nuanced relationship. Grace truly is the cornerstone for health in all our relationships.

Today we’re revisiting an older episode entitled, “Family Friendships.” This conversation fits snuggly with all our conversation over the last couple weeks about adult children and parents and how they relate. We hope this will encourage you, as it has us!

Something we don’t think about: The majority of our relationships with our children will be while they’re adults. How does that inform our parenting in the formative years? How does that change the adult child’s response to their parents? How can a parent love their adult child well? Listen in.

True love is love that, when tested, keeps loving. This relationship certainly presents that opportunity. How can a parent love their adult child well? How can an adult child love their parents well? Listen in.

You’d still take a bullet for your child, but they’re an adult. How do you respect them as an individual, while also sharing the valuable instruction you’ve garnered over the years? What does prayer look like on both sides of the adult child/parent relationship? How do we use this intimate relationship to best serve the other? For that matter, why do we even need to? Listen in.

We’re starting at the beginning. Humans, sin, and the institution of the family seemed appropriate for this first conversation about the delicate relationship between adult children and their parents. The Lord thought the family was worth saving. We do, too. Listen in.