A Two-Pronged Approach to Common Struggles in Motherhood w/ Cara Blondo

Leaning into God's Promises when Motherhood is Hard w/Special Guest Alicia Searl

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] Are you in a difficult parenting season? Do you have a wayward child? Are your kids getting ready to go off to college? Listen in to 5-Minute Parenting as special guest, Alicia Searl, shares her momma's heart with an honest, transparent conversation about parenting in the hard seasons.  There is no doubt motherhood can be hard at times, but Alicia encourages moms of all ages and stages to reject the lies of our culture and of the enemy and cling to God's promises instead!  Here are 5 important truths and Bible verses to hold onto in every season:  1) God is a purposeful planner (Psalm 37:23)  2) God has equipped you (2 Peter 1:3)  3) God is our greatest Comforter (Matthew 5:4)  4) God casts out fear (Isaiah 41:10)  5) God is full of grace (Romans 15:13)  Alicia Searl is a Christian author, writer, coach, and speaker who is passionate about sharing God’s Word to spread hope and healing. She is a contributing writer for iBelieve, Crosswalk, Christianity.com, and Your Daily Prayer. She has authored two devotionals, several Bible studies, and a children’s book and coloring book to comfort grievers. When she isn't writing her heart on a page, she enjoys sipping an oat milk latte while soaking in a bit of peace on her back porch swing. Otherwise she is playing house with her rowdy little family of five or handing a hammer to her hubby for their next DYI project.  Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/sweethaventxcottage/] Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]

Tips for Caregivers: Finding Joy in Hard Times (for parents, grandparents, and more) w/ Diana Derringer

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] Join 5-Minute Parenting with special guest, Diana Derringer, as she shares her compelling story as the caregiver of her husband for the past twenty years. Diana shares candidly about the miracles, hard times, and blessings of being his caregiver.  Her husband's health diagnosis 21 years ago launched Diana on a roller coaster ride, with many ups and downs. But in the midst of it all, Diana chooses joy daily, and is on the show today to share encouragement for riding the challenges and sometimes chaotic circumstances of caring for someone with a serious health diagnosis.  Although Diana's story is one of a spouse, her wisdom and practical tips apply to anyone in a caregiving situation. Parents are the ultimate caregivers, of course, and many are in that tough life stage called "The Sandwich Generation." Caring for kids and aging parents. Is that you? Listen in and be encouraged!  Diana is an award-winning writer and author who shares hope and joy through devotions, articles, dramas, Bible studies, planning guides, and poems in more than 70 publications, including The Upper Room, Guidepost, The Secret Place, and Missions Mosaic. She also writes radio dramas and television programs for Christ to the World Ministries and shares weekly blog posts on Words, Wit, and Wisdom. Her adventures as a social worker, adjunct professor, youth Bible study teacher, friendship family for international university students, and caregiver for her husband supply a constant flow of writing ideas.  🌐Website: https://dianaderringer.com [https://dianaderringer.com/] 📖 Blog: Words, Wit, and Wisdom: Life Lessons from English Expressions [https://dianaderringer.com/blog/] 📚 Book: Beyond Bethlehem and Calvary: 12 Dramas for Christmas, Easter, and More! — Buy on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Bethlehem-Calvary-Dramas-Christmas/dp/078802809X/]   🔗 Connect with me:   Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/dianaderringerauthor] Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/dcderringer/] Twitter [https://twitter.com/DianaDerringer] LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/in/dianaderringer] Sign up for my mailing list [http://dianaderringer.us5.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=11983df7ac45be83499003741&id=1797662da7] and receive a free copy of "Words of Hope for Days That Hurt."   C. Derringer Reprint Rights Offered A Poem 15 Lines (with verse)  Rejoice   Some days we bask in the sunshine. Some we dance in the rain. Others we slog through storms that never seem to stop.   Throw open wide your arms, Embrace them one and all. Squeeze every moment’s joy … every single drop. “This is the day the Lord has made; We will rejoice and be glad in it” (Psalm 118:24 NKJV). Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]

The Biblical Worldview Primer Book w/ Ben and Julie Quine

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] On today's episode, Host Karen Ferguson welcomes a special couple to 5-Minute Parenting: Ben and Julie Quine, authors of the Biblical Worldview Primer book.  Ben is an author and speaker and serves as Vice-President of Christians Engaged. His Bible studies in the Answers for Difficult Days series equip churches and individual believers to address the hot-topic issues of our culture from the foundation of Scripture. He is a Fulbright scholar, and the editor of The Worldview Library, a series of classical literary works with student helps. His wife Julie grew up overseas as the daughter of Bible translators in Papua New Guinea, and she has a love for editing, layout, and design as well as a love for homeschooling.  Ben and Julie have a heart to equip the Church with Bible studies and curriculum that will answer our culture’s questions from God’s Word, and teach a Biblical worldview to the next generation.  Bill Federer of The American Minute describes their book as “Outstanding! A beautiful, visually captivating volume, it reveals Gospel truths in a crystal-clear presentation and shines a brilliant light on the unique foundations of America and the source of the freedoms we enjoy.”  Listen in as Ben and Julie answer these questions:  * Tell us a little bit about yourself, what you do, and what inspired you to write this book. * This book is intended to be used as a family devotional. What do you hope readers and families take away from this book? * Do you have a favorite part of this book, and did you discover anything surprising and fascinating?  * Your book is about discipling our children. What practical tips do you recommend to parents that will help them grow a biblical worldview in their children?  Visit BenQuine.com [https://www.benquine.com/] to connect with Ben and Julie and stay in the know about important resources and upcoming events. Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]

Flourishing in All Seasons w/Special Guest Dawn Ward

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] On today's episode, 5-Minute Parenting host Karen Ferguson talks with speaker, writer, and Bible teacher Dawn Ward on helping moms flourish in every season. Dawn is here to encourage moms as the ultimate caregivers to take care of themselves spiritually, emotionally, and physically so they can thrive. She touches on self care and gives practical tips for doing that in various seasons as needs change depending on their season of parenting. Dawn offers helpful advice on nutrition, movement, rest, technology, mindful moments, gratitude, isolation, soul care, and more.  So listen in and be encouraged and equipped! Dawn is the author of From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children and is the founder of The Faith to Flourish ministry, equipping women to live transformed lives through inspiring teaching, mentoring, and biblical resources. Dawn is married with three adult children and lives in Las Vegas, Nevada. When she is not busy writing or serving in the Women's Ministry, you will find her hanging out with her dogs and reading a good book.  Connect with Dawn by visiting the links below and grab a copy of her free Mindset Makeover! https://www.thefaithtoflourish.com/mindset-makeover-sign-up [https://www.thefaithtoflourish.com/mindset-makeover-sign-up] HTTPS://www.thefaithtoflourish.com HTTPS://www.Facebook.com/thefaithtoflourish HTTPS://www.instagram.com/thefaithtoflourishblog  https://youtube.com/thefaithtoflourishwithdawnward https://linkedin.com/in/dawn-ward-93975b266 Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]

How to Deal with Father Wounds in the Church

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2108998/fan_mail/new] Many Christians have a hard time connecting with Heavenly Father because of past hurts in the church and with their own flawed, human fathers. This has created a sort of father wound crisis in the church that can affect families for generations.  Listen in and soak in Truth from the Word of God, about the Father's Love and His desire to walk with you to healing and a right perspective on His Good nature and His unconditional love.  If you struggle to connect with God and often feel overloaded with guilt and shame, this epsisode is for you! Take just a few minutes and tune in for insight and encouragement. There is no doubt: healthy parents raise healthy children. Invest in your own spiritual healing and it will spill over to bless your children and grandchildren!  I pray this episode is an encouragement to you. If you have any questions about this topic, please reach out. You can contact me by visiting my website at karenferg.com [http://karenferg.com/] Breath of Life: Living God's Promise of Peace in the 7 Dimensions of Wellness on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Breath-Life-Promise-Dimensions-Wellness/dp/0999361104/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 [https://www.amazon.com/Breath-Life-Promise-Dimensions-Wellness/dp/0999361104/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0] Book 3 in the Questions for Kids [https://ambassador-international.com/book-author/karen-ferguson/] picture book series is now available! Check out Guess Why God Made the Rainbow [https://www.amazon.com/Guess-Why-God-Made-Rainbow/dp/1649608853/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.idWRKqZbNhpxHAHveNNDew.OgLAzVsVOEv0hijGX_zVUkAeJjuirHq4Jm5ujPfvHxo&dib_tag=se&qid=1758657798&refinements=p_n_publication_date%3A1250228011&s=books&sr=1-3] on Amazon or your favorite book retailer! 🌈 Love this podcast episode? Please leave a positive rating/review and share this episode with a friend ❤️ Visit our websites at:  https://www.karenferg.com/ [https://www.karenferg.com/] https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/  Find our books on Amazon: Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]  Sandra Chambers: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr... [https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sandra-Chambers/author/B00OHLARMO?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1740085397&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true]