Summer of Mentorship Week Two Chrystal Hurst
Don't Mom Alone Podcast
06/25/18
•43m
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Chrystal is a real life friend. And one wise woman. Since this episode went live three years ago, she’s become. . .a grandmother to two adorable kiddos! But I’ll give you a tip. . .before you call her Granny. . . Chrystal prefers the title “MMC” (aka, “Mother of the Mother of the Child” ;).
In twelve years of parenting I’ve learned a thing or two. I’ve gained confidence in my ability to handle high fevers, distinguish between a backhoe digger and a tractor, and (somewhat regularly) plan weekly meals.
But most days I feel just as clueless as my first day home from the hospital. When I sat on the closet floor cried buckets while cradling a screaming newborn. And had no idea how to stop either of our tears.
These days it’s sibling arguments I fear may rival world wars. Or strong wills that no military force could conquer. Or the noise, chaos and never-ending mess that leave me feeling like a pair of dirty socks in the spin cycle.
But I have one strategy that always helps. . .
Asking moms who’ve gone before me for perspective. Showing me what matters and what doesn’t. Helping me navigate these days with faith and grace.
On today’s podcast I’ve invited Chrystal Evans Hurst, mom to five to fill our mom hearts with nuggets of truth and wisdom.
What we talked about:- The realization Chrystal had when she turned 40
- What Chrystal wants to make sure every mom knows
- The parenting advice Corrie Ten Boom gave Chuck Swindoll
- How to handle the shame or blame from those around us
- How to grow in confidence as a mother
- How to help and give grace to new moms
- How knowing the commonalities between ages 2, 12, 20 helps you parent better
- How to be the compassionate counselor to your children
- How to calmly set boundaries and appropriately direct emotions
- What God can accomplish and inspire you through prayer
- The impact of how your face communicates acceptance
- Three final tips Chrystal wants moms to know
- Chrystal on Ep 172 “Rescuing the Girl Inside You”
- Chrystal’s Chronicles Podcast
- “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” James 1:5
- Toni Morrison on Oprah (video below. . .if reading via email click here)
Previous Episode
Summer of Mentorship Wk 1 Sheila Walsh
June 18, 2018
•40m
Our first featured mentor is the fabulous Sheila Walsh!!
“God had no grandchildren. He only had sons and daughters. Faith is something you have to choose for yourself.”
Those words started Sheila Walsh on a journey to know God and His love for her. From the tragic death of her father to professional success as 700 club co-host to discover freedom and peace in a psychiatric ward, Sheila shares a bit of her beautiful broken story.
“Suffering can be a gift from God. Because it really draws you closer to His heart. And a greater understanding that it’s never about me getting it right its about Christ who came to make everything right.”
This may be a “top ten favorite” interview for me. I’ve been a fan of Sheila and her work for years. But her wisdom and God’s grace in this episode ministered to me in a way and time that I needed most. Resonating with my soul that “through the broken places Christ’s love is closest to us.”
We also talk about fun ways to share the good news of God’s Word with your kids. How to keep the conversation open and allow our kids to ask hard, unanswerable questions. To give them the freedom to speak truth and know it doesn’t change God’s love for them.
What we chat about:- Sheila’s incredible testimony
- How brokenness is where God brings His love to us
- The story behind “Gigi, God’s Little Princess” series
- Fun ideas of how the Walsh family did “devotion time”
- Allowing our kids to be free to speak truth and ask hard questions
- Her latest book in “The Bible is My Best Friend” series to help lead your child to Jesus
- Will, God’s Mighty Warrior**
- Gigi, God’s Little Princess**
- Passion Conferences
- The Bible is My Best Friend Bible Storybook**
- The Bible is My Best Friend Family Devotional**
- Where Do I Find Jesus?**
**Amazon Affiliate Link
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Summer of Mentorship 2018 Jan Greenwood Wk 3
July 2, 2018
•42m
No matter the battleground . . . Marriage challenges. Child struggles. Health trials. Overwhelming circumstances. How do you maneuver the daily attacks that rob your joy and peace?
This week’s mentor is Jan Greenwood, author and pastor of equipping at Gateway Church in Southlake, TX. In 2009, Jan was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer. After the first battle, she experienced years of healing. Then four days shy of her 6 year recovery anniversary, cancer resurged in her body.
In this episode, Jan shares what God’s taught her about waging war. And how the football term #squareup impacted her battle strategies differently from the first and second time she fought cancer. Jan shares what it means for her to rest and let God fight for her. And encourages each of us to get a word and direction from the Lord for our unique situations.
Here are a few of my favorite quotes from this episode:
This time my mindset has had to become one of agreement and not one of opposition. And squaring up is not about being steadfast in the Word of God, but its really about can I square up in such a manner that I can look at Jesus and trust Him.
I’m not very brave and not very strong. When I’m weak there’s a strength that shines through. And when I’m afraid, He makes me courageous.
I know how to fight but I don’t know how to rest.
What we chat about:- How God spoke to Jan at the news of cancer’s resurgence.
- How Jan found comfort in her son’s football word “square up”.
- The difference between how Jan has fought cancer the first time and the second time.
- What “square up” means for her in this season.
- The story behind the hashtag Jan uses: #bravestronggirl.
- How her battle with cancer impacts her mothering.
- Jan’s desire to get women to war together instead against each other.
- The revelation to choose life and not succumb to death.
- What rest looks like in Jan’s every day.
- How you need your own word and direction from God.
- “Women at War: Declaring a Cease-fire on Toxic Female Relationships” ** (womenatwar.com)
- The #SquareUp story on her site JanGreenwood.me
- Brave Strong Girl — The Invitation — A Collaborative Devotional
**Amazon Affiliate Link
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