Ep. 16 || When the World is Scary: Mothering in Faith, Not Fear
While motherhood brings us great joy, it also elevates our deepest fears to sometimes irrationally high levels. We go from mama cub to mama bear after a few Facebook articles or moments spent reading the latest news. God gives us a healthy awareness of the risks our children face, but he doesn't want us to live in chronic fear or anxiety over those risks. In today's episode, Emily and Laura discuss common fear triggers moms face, and what to do when we get stuck in a cycle of worry, worry, worry. Jesus gives us a solid foundation, future hope, and promises that will never change. Because momma, God has good plans and he can be trusted in all circumstances!
Blog Posts, Articles, and Books:
The Christian Parent Manifesto, Kristen Welch
The Cure For Worry, Kevin DeYoung
Parenting In Faith, Not Fear, The Mob Society
How To Parent In Faith, Not Fear, Jenny Cupido
Be A Candle-Lighter For Your Family's Dark Places, Sally Clarkson
Related Scripture:
Matthew 6:25-34 (mentioned in the show)
2 Timothy 1:7
Psalms 115:3, 135:6
Ephesians 1:11
Romans 11:36
1 Corinthians 8:6
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