HeyJaredThe Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith
Mom life is tough. Come and hear what God has done in the lives of ordinary moms just like you and me. Because when we tell of God's faithfulness, we never run out of stories!
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262 - Faith, Determination, and the Power of Music - Bettie Boswell (opens the original)
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Bettie Boswell’s story is a celebration of determination, faith, and the transformative power of music. From her earliest days, Bettie found refuge and joy in song—even when her talent was questioned. Undeterred, she asked God for strength to overcome rejection and adversity, letting determination and prayer shape her journey through motherhood, teaching, and writing. As a music educator, Bettie discovered how melody could break through shyness, lift a heavy heart, and unlock new ways of learnin
261 - Healing Hearts and Building Faith Through Mentorship - Lonny Nelson (opens the original)
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Lonny’s childhood was marked by poverty and family challenges—a world without spiritual foundation. Yet even as a little girl, standing at the door of a church longing to belong, God was working behind the scenes, preparing her heart for a future transformation.Once an atheist, Lonny now reflects on the power of God to heal generational wounds, rebuild families, and provide for every need—even at the kitchen table during desperate nights as a single mom.Today, she shares about the struggles of m
260 - AI, Anxiety, and the Gospel: Potential Family Impact - Ben Peterson (opens the original)
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Raising kids in today’s digital world isn’t easy. How can we protect our families, nurture faith, and create real connection amidst the noise of AI and smartphones? Our special guest, Ben Peterson, brings powerful insight and encouragement for moms everywhere—whether you have toddlers, teens or are the parent of an adult. Join the conversation and discover key information about attentiveness and the impact of AI on our families. You will find sound guidance as we live out our faith authentically
259 - Letting Go with Love: Strategies for the Empty Nest - Marci Seither (opens the original)
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Marci gets real about what it’s like to be a mom whose kids are growing up and moving out. With six kids and nine grandkids, she knows firsthand how hard (and rewarding!) it is to raise a family—and how empty the house can feel when everyone leaves. In this conversation, Marci opens up about the messy emotions of the empty nest, the struggles (and surprises) of launching kids, and why perfection isn’t the goal. She talks about learning to let go and trusting God with the next chapter. If you’re
258 - Overcoming Abuse, Child Loss, and Single Motherhood - Michelle Ruddell (opens the original)
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Michelle’s life was upended by a series of heartbreaks she never expected—abuse, addiction, the devastation of divorce, and the tragic loss of her young son. But in her darkest hour, Michelle cried out to God from a place of brokenness, and He answered her. Now, Michelle shares her journey from sorrow to strength, recounting how faith carried her through unimaginable grief and fear. She discovered how joy and sorrow can coexist, how gratitude can shift even the heaviest burdens, and that every s
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