Barely Awake

Hidden Idols

Media, appearance, comfort. We might not be worshipping false gods, but what if we’re putting other hidden idols in front of the one true God? We examine our priorities and talk about healthy balance. What’s for Dinner Molly: Rotisserie chicken

Meeting Jesus at the Well

Jesus meets the woman at the well purposefully, not to condemn but to love. As mothers, what are the places that Jesus intentionally meets us, even when we don’t feel worthy? What’s for Dinner Molly: Greek chicken pitas Katie: Steak and veggies

Finding Jesus in the Joy; Lenten Series Part 4

Joy does not mean fleeting happiness. Finding Jesus in the joy of life can take practice: it often means slowing down, being present, and noticing the small blessings of motherhood. Bonus reflections: https://subscribepage.io/tpxAcA What’s for Dinner Katie: Grilled chicken and baked potatoes Molly: General chicken drumsticks and corn on the cob

Finding Jesus in the Suffering; Lenten Series Part 3

What can we learn from Mary in times of suffering? We look to the Sorrowful Mother to consider how to suffer well and to accompany our children through their suffering. Bonus reflections: https://subscribepage.io/tpxAcA What’s for Dinner Katie: Chicken and potatoes Molly: General Tso’s chicken (https://natashaskitchen.com/general-tsos-chicken/)

Finding Jesus in the Wait; Lenten Series Part 2

Seasons of wait: the wait of a mother to conceive, to hold her baby for the first time, for the health of a child, for a restful night—all these teach us that God is the one in control. They reveal our own fears and the areas we need to give over to our Lord. Bonus reflections: https://subscribepage.io/tpxAcA What’s for Dinner Molly: Beef stew