What if true peace in your family could be found not by eliminating chaos, but by anchoring your home in Jesus, the Prince of Peace?

In this final episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents for 2025, host Christen Clark wraps up the Isaiah 9:6 series with a timely and inspiring look at how Christian parenting can thrive even in the busiest, most stressful holiday seasons. Discover the biblical definition of peace, practical encouragement for faith at home, and why embracing Jesus as the Prince of Peace can transform your family life and discipleship amid all the holiday chaos.

As we close out the year, thank you for listening and being faithful to spending seven minutes a couple times each week to refocus on how God wants to use you as a parent in your child's life. We'll see you back in 2026!

[00:00:31] Exploring the true meaning of "Prince of Peace"
[00:04:44] 3 Practical tips for finding peace

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Discover how the unchanging love of Jesus as our “Everlasting Father” can inspire fresh hope and purpose in your family life this Christmas.

In this episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark invites you to pause during the holiday hustle and dig into the significance of Isaiah’s prophecy about Jesus as “Everlasting Father.” Christen unpacks how understanding God’s eternal love dcan transform Christian parenting, spiritual growth at home, and the way we show up for our kids—even when we feel worn out.

• [00:00:52] Why calling Jesus the “Everlasting Father” matters for faith, family, and our everyday anxieties
• [00:03:01] The meaning of everlasting love in raising Christian kids, plus encouragement for parents who feel stretched thin

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• Instagram: @7minutedevotions, @christenclark
• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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What if the Mighty God of Christmas could transform your family’s faith and give you strength for every moment of Christian parenting?

In this powerful holiday episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark invites you to pause your busy family life and discover the deep implications of Jesus being “Mighty God” from Isaiah 9:6. Christen shares inspiration for raising Christian kids, finding purpose and faith at home even when life feels as fragile as a ceramic nativity set.

• [00:01:03] Why “Mighty God” stunned Isaiah’s audience and how that truth empowers parents today
• [00:04:47] How the strength of Christ meets our family’s daily weaknesses and brings hope during Christmas and beyond

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• Instagram: @7minutedevotions, @christenclark
• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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What one of the names of Jesus could lift the weight of parenting, especially when Christmas chaos hits?

On this episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark dives into the powerful, hope-filled prophecy of Isaiah 9:6 for families navigating the busy holiday season. Christen shares honest encouragement about finding peace, wisdom, and inspiration through Jesus as our Wonderful Counselor, and she challenges us to embrace faith at home—even when family life feels overwhelming. Discover how you can foster spiritual growth and purpose for your family without needing to be the perfect parent.

• [00:01:44] Exploring Isaiah 9:6—Why the “Wonderful Counselor” title matters for Christian parenting and raising Christian kids
• [00:03:34] Practically depending on God’s wisdom in everyday family life, especially during stressful seasons

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• Instagram: @7minutedevotions, @christenclark
• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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Lovingkindness is maybe the most important self-description God has given to us of himself.

In this uplifting episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark explores the heart of Christian parenting through the lens of God’s loving-kindness (hesed) described in Exodus 34:6. Christen shares personal stories and biblical wisdom for nurturing faith at home, especially during family time around the holidays.

• [00:01:21] Thanksgiving chaos meets God’s steadfast love—how family time reveals deeper purpose and inspiration for faith at home
• [00:02:22] Understanding “hesed” (loving kindness) and how it shapes Christian Parenting, discipleship, and meaningful family life

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• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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What does it mean that God is slow to anger and how could it transform your Christian parenting and family life?

In this episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark dives deep into what it means that God is “slow to anger” and how this powerful aspect of His character can inspire spiritual growth and purpose in our homes. Christen shares her real-life parenting fears, practical advice for raising Christian kids, and the links between patience, faith, and everyday family time—teasing out lessons that can reshape our discipleship journey.

• [00:00:43] Christen unpacks Exodus 34:6, reflecting on God’s patience and the power of faith at home.
• [00:04:31] Honest stories on family life, parenting challenges, and how spiritual growth starts with our response to kids.

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• Instagram: @7minutedevotions, @christenclark
• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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How does truly experiencing God’s grace reshape the way we extend grace to others, especially the ones closest to us?

In this episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark invites listeners into a fresh and honest reflection on grace and how God’s unlimited favor shapes Christian parenting, discipleship, and our daily family life. Christen shares personal stories, practical inspiration, and biblical encouragement that empower parents to nurture spiritual growth, extend kindness, and walk in faith and purpose even in the busiest seasons.

• [00:02:08] Exploring the depth of God’s grace and its relevance for raising Christian kids and fostering faith at home.
• [00:05:57] Applying grace in real-life family moments

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• Instagram: @7minutedevotions, @christenclark
• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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What if the key to transforming your family life is understanding how deeply God cares about every detail of your story?

In this encouraging episode of 7 Minute Devotions for Busy Parents, host Christen Clark explores the heart of God as revealed in Exodus 34:6—and how parents can model compassion as they raise Christian kids. Hear a real-life story of discovered kittens, get inspiration for faith at home, and discover simple ways to let God's purpose and faithful love impact your family time and discipleship, even on the busiest days.

• [00:01:14] What does it mean that "The Lord is compassionate"?
• [00:04:45] Reflecting the compassion of Christ in everyday family life

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• Instagram: @7minutedevotions, @christenclark
• Family Podcast: @collidekidspodcast

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