The Soapbox

Mother’s Day Special! Cast all Your Cares on Him with Nancy McDonald

Happy Mothers Day! I am so excited to introduce you to my very own mom!!! This episode is full of honest confession about the temptation to worry about your kids and try to control their little (and big) lives. But you will hear my mom share her story of God gently leading her to more peace and freedom in motherhood! Keep up to date with all things You Are Family by signing up for our monthly newsletter (full of free monthly resources!) and follow us on instagram!

Pray For Your Kids with Jodie Berndt

Jodie Berndt is an author and a speaker, but most importantly a wife, mom, and grandma! Her popular books “Praying the Scriptures” were birthed through her own mothering journey. She joins us on the Soapbox like an old friend sharing stories and encouragement with laughter and relatability. You will love her! Grab one of her books when you finish the episode to help you find specific scriptures for your children. Learn more about Jodie by visiting her website [http://www.jodieberndt.com/], instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jodie_berndt/], facebook [https://www.facebook.com/JodieBerndtWrites/] or twitter [https://twitter.com/jodieberndt]! Keep up to date with all things You Are Family by signing up for our monthly newsletter [https://youare.myflodesk.com/youarefammonthly?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnJGFWMNViQlNfCvqlAgTjfDYI-Gkqj8nR4Yj5-VwhVpSOVY6Vv2MrKwxbHzI_aem_qny96uCfYl5odvT21CTnWA] (full of free monthly resources!) and follow us on instagram [https://www.instagram.com/youarefam]!

There is No Formula for Perfect Parenting, Only Surrender with Meredith and Ellie Perryman

Meredith Perryman, mom of 4, said she simply couldn’t share her soapbox without her daughter. This is a super special episode where you'll get to hear a mom and daughter tag team telling their challenging and beautiful story. They share with honesty and humility. You will hear Meredith’s surrender as a mom watching her daughter's physical and mental health challenges and Ellie's personal experience woven throughout. Although your opportunities for surrender may be very different, every mom knows that surrender is part of our every day. You will see the hand of God in their story in undeniable ways. Don't miss the end of this episode where you will hear Meredith and Ellie testify to who God has been! You will leave hopeful and certain that He is mighty to save, heal, and redeem! You can learn more about Living Room Sessions, the retreat Meredith runs with You Are, Inc., at youareinc.com/livingroom [https://youareinc.com/livingroom] Check out Meredith's book, The Whole Story on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Whole-Story-Eternity-Beginning/dp/B0CK3PWD2L/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OJ9B672TH65P&keywords=the+whole+story+by+meredith+perryman&qid=1696430831&sprefix=the+whole+story+by+meredith+perryman%2Caps%2C112&sr=8-1] and her latest ministry happenings by visiting her website: meredithperryman.com [https://meredithperryman.com/]

Run Your Race with Brittany Price Brooker

Brittany is a mom of 6 precious children still under her roof! She spends her days homeschooling, cooking, cleaning, and encouraging others walking through their own pain as she shares her story of God’s faithfulness. She has walked through profound seasons of grief—becoming a young widow, raising three young boys as a single mom, remarriage, and blending a family deeply affected by trauma. As you hear her share, you will be splashed with contagious hope as she declares the faithfulness of God. She is committed to run the race in front of her and encourages us to run ours! It's clear that her eyes are fixed on Jesus and I am confident it will encourage you to do the same, whatever situation you are currently in. The Brooker Family has taken all they have experienced in grief and minister to and support widowers through their ministry, Refuge Widowers. You can learn watch and learn more about Brittany's story here [https://www.brittanypricebrooker.com/my-story] and follow her on Instagram here [https://www.instagram.com/brittanypricebrooker/]. To learn more about Refuge Widowers by visiting their website: www.refugewidowers.com [https://www.refugewidowers.com] or their instagram [https://www.instagram.com/refugewidowers?utm_medium=copy_link]. King Camp Registration is NOW OPEN! Learn more and register today ⁠here⁠ [https://www.youareinc.com/king-camp]! And be sure to follow You Are Family on ⁠Instagram⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/youarefam/] to keep up with the latest news and for our free monthly resource email.

Do Not Separate Kids from the Ministry God’s Called You To with Melanie Wolfe

Melany Wolfe has been married to Brian for 25 years, has 6 children, 2 granddaughters, and is the director of Aggieland Pregnancy Outreach. She shares the hard and beautiful of involving her kids in the ministry she is specifically called to. She talks adoption, unplanned pregnancy, and inclusivity. Her family story makes me think about Psalm 37:26 “All day long he shows compassion and lends to others, and his children are blessed.” Learn more about the ministry of Aggieland Pregnancy Outreach here [https://pregnancyoutreach.org/]. King Camp Registration is NOW OPEN! Learn more and register today here [https://www.youareinc.com/king-camp]! And be sure to follow You Are Family on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/youarefam/] to keep up with the latest news and for our free monthly resource email.