Strength for All Seasons of Motherhood
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Mom burnout. Weariness in parenting. Can you relate?
In this episode, we interview Julie Lavender, author of the book ''Strength for All Seasons." We discuss the challenges of motherhood and the importance of relying on God's strength. Julie shares her personal experiences of burnout and how she learned to lean on God in different seasons of motherhood. She also emphasizes the need for a support system and the power of prayer. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing warning signs and asking for help when needed. Be encouraged to rely on God's strength in every season of life.
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Julie Lavender is the award-winning author of several books, including 365 Days of Celebration and Praise and Creative Sleepovers for Kids!, and coauthor of Come and Behold Him. Her work has appeared in several anthologies and curricula, as well as many magazines, such as The Upper Room, Guideposts, Homeschooling Today, ParentLife, Clubhouse, Today's Christian Woman, and Focus on the Family. Julie has a master's degree in early childhood education, taught public school in three states, and delighted in homeschooling her four children in six states during her husband's Navy career. She writes faith-based articles for her local newspaper and is a regular contributor to several websites and blogs on parenting topics. Julie lives with her husband, David, in South Georgia, not far from the charming city of Savannah. Find her online here.
Today, we’re talking about her book, Strength for All Seasons: A Mom's Devotional of Powerful Verses and Prayers
In this episode, we interview Julie Lavender, author of the book ''Strength for All Seasons." We discuss the challenges of motherhood and the importance of relying on God's strength. Julie shares her personal experiences of burnout and how she learned to lean on God in different seasons of motherhood. She also emphasizes the need for a support system and the power of prayer. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing warning signs and asking for help when needed. Be encouraged to rely on God's strength in every season of life.
ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Julie Lavender is the award-winning author of several books, including 365 Days of Celebration and Praise and Creative Sleepovers for Kids!, and coauthor of Come and Behold Him. Her work has appeared in several anthologies and curricula, as well as many magazines, such as The Upper Room, Guideposts, Homeschooling Today, ParentLife, Clubhouse, Today's Christian Woman, and Focus on the Family. Julie has a master's degree in early childhood education, taught public school in three states, and delighted in homeschooling her four children in six states during her husband's Navy career. She writes faith-based articles for her local newspaper and is a regular contributor to several websites and blogs on parenting topics. Julie lives with her husband, David, in South Georgia, not far from the charming city of Savannah. Find her online here.
Today, we’re talking about her book, Strength for All Seasons: A Mom's Devotional of Powerful Verses and Prayers
Chapters
00:00
Introduction
Introduction
01:23
Introducing Julie Lavender and her new book
Introducing Julie Lavender and her new book
04:01
Understanding Mom Burnout
Understanding Mom Burnout
08:06
Relying on God's Strength
Relying on God's Strength
12:05
Recognizing Warning Signs
Recognizing Warning Signs
15:08
Relying on God's Strength in Different Seasons of Motherhood
Relying on God's Strength in Different Seasons of Motherhood
21:23
Relying on God's Strength in the Empty Nest Season
Relying on God's Strength in the Empty Nest Season
30:53
Conclusion
Conclusion
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Creators and Guests
Host
Becky Harling
Author of How to Listen So Your Kids Will talk and several others. Podcast host of The Connected Mom. A dynamic speaker who is passionate about Jesus.
Guest
Julie Lavender
Jesus follower. Wife, mom, Grandmommy. Homeschool fam; Navy fam. Journalist; author of 365 Ways to Love Your Child & Children's Bible Stories for Bedtime
