Ep. 142 || Ask Us Anything!: Fall 2019 Edition

Whenever we ask the R|M community for questions, they range from lighthearted and practical to thought-provoking and theological, which makes the AUA show something special. In this one-hour episode, Emily and Laura answer listeners’ questions about the R|M pop-up shop and upcoming conferences, to things like spiritual slumps, attraction in marriage, and finding the right church for your family. We hope as you listen, you’ll see how the gospel applies to everything and how we have freedom in Christ to serve others in unique ways. 

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Questions: 

[2:56] Is the R|M book appropriate for single mothers?

[4:40] When will the audiobook be available?

[5:21] Will R|M be at any conferences or speaking engagements this year?

[7:07] When will the R|M pop-up shop run this year?

[8:27] When you have spiritual slumps, how does it affect your time on the podcast?

Edit on Question 5: Emily referenced a passage that encourages her in the work she does for R|M. She quoted 1 Cor. 4 but meant 2 Cor. 4. We encourage you to read the full passage!

[14:14] Do you have practical advice on how to build rest into your seasons of ministry?

[19:54] How do you handle all the messes in your home?

[25:43] What do you do when you struggle with mom guilt?

[29:25] How do you decide what church is a right fit for your family?

[34:38] How do you know you’re saved?

[39:00] I’m struggling with not being attracted to my husband. What should I do?

[44:06] What tips or verses do you use for giving yourself grace as you work through things like personal grief, anxiety, etc.?

[51:55] How can I redirect a friendship with an unbeliever when I’ve neglected to prioritize sharing my faith?

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RELATED ARTICLES, RESOURCES, AND CONTENT

Mentioned on the Show:

• R|M Ask Us Anything! FAQs

• Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments (the book + on audio)

• The Gospel Coalition Women’s Conference 2020

• Keep up-to-date on the R|M shop!

• Ep. 30, Why You Don’t Have to Live with Mom Guilt

• Ep. 138, Mothering Through Burnout: Stewardship & Sacrifice

• Ep. 139, Mothering as Service: Stewardship & Service

• Glory in the Ordinary, Courtney Reissig

• Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy, Mark Vroegop

• “X-Ray Questions”David Powlison

Related R|M Resources:

• R|M Abide Method

• Ep. 07, Dirt, Dishes, & Diapers: Coping with the Never Ending Mess

• Ep. 37, Working Hard at Home: Emily’s Story

• Ep. 61, Prayer & Motherhood: An Interview with Valerie Woerner

• Ep. 118: Gray Areas: Personal Conscience in Motherhood

• Ep. 128: “I Just Can’t Make it to Bible Study!”: How Busy Moms Get Involved

• Ep. 134, Moms in Process

• Ep. 137: Learning & Walking Together: How Moms in the Local Church Help One Another

• “When We Need the Service of Others” Jennifer Brogdon

• “Why Every Young Mom Should Make Time for Ministry” R|M Team

• “Pray Before You Speak” Emily Jensen

• “Tell Your Husband You Love Him” Laura Wifler

• “Our Greatest Ally: God’s Grace for Marital Intimacy” Laura Hardin

• “Remembering My Passion for My Husband” Amanda Briscoe

Around the Web:

• “Body Image & Weight Loss” enCourage Podcast

• “A Living Sacrifice: The Beauty of a Broken Body for Others” Amanda Wortham

• “Womanhood Series: My Body for God’s Kingdom” Amanda Beck

• “Do You Have a Theology of the Bible?” Ray Ortlund

• “Exercise, Body Image, and the Gospel” Trillia Newbell

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R|M Apply Questions:

1. It’s normal to experience seasons of spiritual “dryness” in the Christian life. What matters is what we tell ourselves and do during these seasons. What are some ways you continue to preach the gospel to yourself and study God’s Word during those drier times?

2. Pausing to rest can be difficult in motherhood. We’re surrounded by legitimate, constant needs. However, God commands us to rest—for our own good. How does our rest (or lack of it) reveal our belief in God’s sovereignty and care for us? What are some ways you can rest in motherhood? 

3. Jesus saves us from our sin, which means there is now no mommy guilt for those who are in Christ Jesus. What is the difference between false guilt and godly guilt? How does false guilt lead us from the cross? How does godly guilt lead us to joy?

4. The local church is part of God’s design to teach us and mold us into Christlikeness. Our growth is connected to other believers—those we sit next to on Sundays! How can you serve your local body on Sunday or specific members during the week?

5. We’re all moms-in-process: women who are growing in grace but aren’t perfect yet. As we continue to seek God in his word, through prayer, and with our local churches, we’ll continue to grow in understanding and grace. How can you diligently invest in your relationship with God?

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