Memorial Day – 466

Should I Homeschool? – 465

Homeschooling, Why We Chose It – Listen to specific reasons why Heidi and Jay St. John and Durenda and Darryl Wilson believe it’s the best choice to homeschool their children.

Homeschooling Through High School – YES you can! – Can you homeschool all the way through high school? The answer is a resounding “YES!” Listen in as we answer FAQ’s and offer encouragement to parents who are considering this wonderful option.

Recommended Resources

The Busy Homeschool Mom’s Guide to Daylight: Managing Your Days through the Homeschool Years by Heidi St. John

Do you need encouragement and fresh ideas for your homeschool day? Help is on the way!

Tick Tock, Tick Tock…

Can you hear it? Are you “burning daylight?” If you have ever experienced a series of days, weeks or even months when you felt like you just could NOT get on top of all you had to do, you are not alone. Juggling homeschooling and homemaking can be challenging—or so we’ve heard!

Whether you’re struggling with managing your day, or simply looking for encouragement and fresh ideas for tackling your list of things to do, you will enjoy hearing from the heart of busy homeschool mom of seven, wife and author, Heidi St. John.

You’ll laugh out loud, learn some of Heidi’s favorite tips on everything from home organization to meal preparation, and discover how you can homeschool in freedom and joy.

Are you ready to be encouraged? Then join Heidi in discovering that real moms sometimes serve cereal for dinner—and live to write about it!

Educating the Whole Hearted Child
by Clay and Sally Clarkson Since 1994, Educating the WholeHearted Child has been a trusted guide for thousands of homeschooling families. This extensively revised and expanded third edition provides a solid biblical foundation for educating and nurturing your children’s hearts, minds, and soul.

Pocketful of Pinecones
Karen Andreola, renowned interpreter of the Charlotte Mason method of education, has written a unique sort of book in the homeschool world. Pocketful of Pinecones is a teacher s guide the nature study cleverly disguised as a heartwarming story written in the form of a mother s diary.

The Charlotte Mason Companion by Karen Andreola
Now you can realize the joy filled homeschool of your dreams! This modern classic is written by the homeschool mom who first carried Charlotte Mason’s writings to America in her suitcase in 1987. Miss Mason’s books were soon republished for a new generation. After ten years of intense study and successful application of Miss Mason s principles with her own children, Karen wrote A Charlotte Mason Companion: Personal Reflections on The Gentle Art of Learning ™.

Today’s parents can now see what a Charlotte Mason education looks like in a contemporary setting while gleaning from its many benefits. Charlotte Mason’s principles of education are not only a way of learning but also a way of life. A Charlotte Mason Companion gives you powerful tools to create an extraordinary learning experience. At the turn of every page, you will meet a practical idea and the inspiration to carry it out. Topics on using good books, heroes in history, poetry, art and music appreciation, nature study, the atmosphere of home, the discipline of habit, keeping up enthusiasm, (to name a few) are referred to again and again by Karen s readers. It is one of the most trusted and often quoted books in the home school world since 1998. Plenty of encouragement, wisdom and gentle instruction await you in this beautifully written and beautifully illustrated book. You will not want to loan this one out!

Does Modesty Matter? – 464

Modesty can be a hot button topic these days, but it is critical that we explore it with our children. More importantly, it’s more important that we explore the heart of modesty with our children. The Bible has a lot to say about modesty, and it’s not just talking about clothes. Join me to day and let me know what you think!

God Is In Control – 463

Do you ever forget who you are? When we forget that we are a child of the God of the universe, fear creeps in. But you are redeemed, Sister! We’re talking about what that means today as you walk out your every day life.

Isaiah 41:3
Psalm 34:4
Romans 8:38,39
Psalm 27:1
Psalm 115:11
Psalm 103:17

MORE LIKE THIS FROM THE BUSY MOM

Dare to Be a Daniel: Talking to Your Kids About Standing for The Lord – This is startlingly new territory for parents: explaining why a man is being celebrated as a woman on the cover of a magazine is not something we’re used to talking about. Here’s the thing: If we don’t set a place for the truth of Scripture at the table of our children’s hearts, the world will set out a feast all it’s own.

What Are We Like When No One Else is Watching? -Are we growing in our walk with God? Today, we’re talking about a “big” word … sanctification. It’s a big word that means a simple thing: grow. Grow. As Christians, we’re called to live set apart lives—no matter who’s watching.

Dear Mom Who’s Afraid of the Future – 462

Do you struggle with fear over what your future holds? It’s easy to be afraid these days, especially if we start thinking too much. But the Lord has you in His hand! Listen in as we talk about how you can handle fear in your life.

Resources and Study Guides

Overcoming Fear, Worry, and Anxiety: Becoming a Woman of Faith and Confidence by Elyse Fitzpatrick

Elyse Fitzpatrick, coauthor of Women Helping Women (a Gold Medallion Finalist), offers practical advice for conquering the paralyzing emotions many women encounter as they battle difficult, often overwhelming concerns about rebellious children, problems in the workplace or home, health issues, financial difficulties, and more.

In the Bible, God gives guidance and offers the true solution to our anxieties and fears. Overcoming Fear, Worry, and Anxiety accesses this information to help women–

Identify the source of fear, worry, and anxiety
Transform fearful thoughts into peaceful confidence
Discover specific strategies for overcoming anxiety

Women will find comfort and encouragement through real-life examples of how others, including Elyse, cast their cares upon God and experience His strength and love.

What Women Fear: Walking in a Faith that Transforms by Angie Smith

In What Women Fear, acclaimed writer and speaker Angie Smith admits, “fear is a major part of my testimony” and talks openly about her treatment for anxiety as a child. Giving a voice to the problem, she says, “I truly believe every single one of us struggles with some type of fear, whether it’s fear of flying or fear of being ‘found out.’ Maybe you don’t worry about dying, but you get sick thinking about the fact that you might fail.”

Fear: Breaking Its Grip – by Lou Priolo

Do you feel paralyzed by fear? Does it keep you from doing what you know is right and from being who you want to be? When fear takes over, it seems like a controlling, irresistible force and often becomes an excuse for not doing what we should.

No More Perfect Marriages: An Interview with Mark & Jill Savage – Part 2 – 461

Today’s podcast guests have an important message to couples: your marriage can survive hard times. Mark and Jill are passionate about about marriage… the good, the bad and the painful. In their new book, “No More Perfect Marriages,” the Savages talk openly about surviving infidelity and help readers to identify warning signs early. Their encouragement will bless you today. Tune in for part 2 and find out how you can take advantage of a very special opportunity just for listeners this week. Don’t miss it!

Mark and Jill Savage are passionate about encouraging, educating, and equipping families. After serving in church ministry for twenty years, the Savage’s are now meeting the needs of families as authors and speakers. Known for their honesty, humor, and practical teaching, Mark and Jill bring hope and encouragement to every audience.

The Savage’s have appeared on many radio stations including Moody Radio, Building Relationships with Gary Chapman, Chris Fabry LIVE, and Focus on the Family. Jill has authored nine books and together Mark and Jill have authored two books, Living With Less So Your Family Has More and No More Perfect Marriages. The parents of five young adult children, and grandparents of three, the Savage’s make their home in Normal, IL. You can find them online at www.JillSavage.org.

Links:
JillSavage.org
Marriage Challenge
No More Perfect Date Night

No More Perfect Marriages: An Interview with Mark & Jill Savage – Part 1 – 460

Today’s podcast guests have an important message to couples: your marriage can survive hard times. Mark and Jill are passionate about about marriage… the good, the bad and the painful. In their new book, “No More Perfect Marriages,” the Savages talk openly about surviving infidelity and help readers to identify warning signs early. Their encouragement will bless you today. Tune in for part 1 and find out how you can take advantage of a very special opportunity just for listeners this week. Don’t miss it!