In today's world, we hear countless sayings and mantras that promote self-fulfillment, personal happiness, and chasing after what feels good. But what happens when these cultural norms clash with the teachings of scripture? In "Culture vs. Truth ," we dive into the tension between what society often accepts and what the Bible actually says. From the mantra "Do what makes you happy" to the belief that "follow your heart" leads to true fulfillment, we'll explore how these ideas compare to biblical truths like seeking God's kingdom and carrying our cross. Join us as we navigate the words and wisdom that shape our world and measure them against God's Word, offering clarity, encouragement, and perspective in a culture that often gets it wrong.

Let's dive into the powerful yet often overlooked small actions that can have a big impact on both our children's lives and our relationships with them. As moms, it’s easy to get lost in the hustle of daily life, but it’s the little things—a kind word or a simple gesture of love—that can make all the difference. Tune in for thoughtful insights and actionable ideas that will help you cultivate a richer, more meaningful connection with your kids, one small step at a time.

In this heart-to-heart episode, I sit down with my teenage son as we reflect on the ups and downs of friendships—losing them, finding new ones— from a personal experience perspective, and learning what truly matters in a friend. Plus, we talk about the books that are shaping his perspectives right now!

We’ve all had those mornings—waking up feeling off, frustrated, or just plain out of sync. But what if you could turn that feeling around? In Reframing Your Day, we explore how to shift your mindset and reclaim every minute of your day, even when you wake up on the wrong side of the bed. Join me as we dive into the mindset hack that help you transform your day from the inside out.

We're not talking about typical New Year's resolutions today. Instead, let’s dive into going beyond the usual goal-setting and explore true transformation—rooted in the Word of God. Let's discover how embracing God’s truth can set us free in this new season, empowering us to confidently set goals, knowing that we won't be afraid of falling short. This simple truth will help us pursue growth and purpose without fear.

Let's talk about the times our kids question our motives or question the things we say. Yep, we are going there! In today's conversation, we jump into family VALUES, as I ask you to answer some hard questions with me. Let's discuss a few action points that we as parents can set into place that will not only change our family life but will strengthen our relationships with each other when put into practice.

Let's not be okay with staying comfortable- let's ask ourselves the hard questions. In today's episode, I give you a few challenges that encourage looking into our motives behind parenting. We talk about having a growth mentality and pursuing parenting in that light. ALSO, exciting news on the podcast today! NEW RESOURCE COMING YOUR WAY!

I am passionate about intentional parenting, this new series will be so much fun as we develop conversations around questions many of you have posed and answer some questions I have had over the years of parenting. today we answer the very first question, where do I start? It is a good launching point as we jump into intentional parenting.

In other news, you do not want to miss out on the book 🎉 GIVEAWAY! 🎉 Over @ellieandtheboys on Instagram. One of my favorite parenting books, "Grace Based Parenting" written by Dr. Tim Kimmel

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