14. All Those Years… and God Was There: A Homeschool Journey Coming Full Circle

Hey friend 🤍 This week on the porch, we’re celebrating something really special. My son, Caleb, is graduating high school… and we are coming to the end of our homeschool journey. Twelve years. Countless memories. So many prayers, decisions, laughs, and quiet moments with God woven all throughout. And as I’ve sat with this season, reflecting back over “all those years”… one truth keeps rising to the surface: God was there. Year after year. Decision after decision. In the ordinary, the uncertain, the stretching, and the beautiful— He was faithful. This episode isn’t just about homeschooling. It’s about saying yes to God… even when you don’t have the full picture. It’s about who you become in the process. And what it looks like to trust Him… and eventually, to let go. Whether you’ve homeschooled or not, I have a feeling you’ll find yourself somewhere in this story. So grab your coffee, come sit with me… and let’s remember together what God does over time.   🌿 In This Episode, You’ll Hear: What it really looks like to say “yes” to God over a long season The internal struggles of doubt, pressure, and perfectionism—and how they began to shift How renewing the mind and surrendering control changed everything (not just homeschooling) The quiet, steady faithfulness of God in everyday decisions, provision, and guidance The unexpected joy, connection, and relationship built along the way A powerful moment of reflection while writing a graduation bio What it means to release your child into God’s hands with trust and peace A gentle invitation to reflect on your own “long yes” season   📖 Scripture Mentioned Romans 8:11 “The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you…”   ☕ Come Sit With Me on the Porch If this episode resonated with you… and you’re in a season where you need support, clarity, or someone to walk alongside you… I’d love to invite you to a 30-minute Virtual Coffee Chat ☕ This is a relaxed, no-pressure space where we can talk about what’s going on in your life and see if coaching might be a good fit for you. 👉 Book your coffee chat here: https://calendly.com/stephaniesekaz/30-min-strategy-call   💌 VIP Love Notes & Letters If you’d like more encouragement like this— personal reflections, behind-the-scenes moments, and weekly “porch” notes— you can join my VIP email list here: 👉 https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1936705/171737099393828190/share   ✨ Let’s Stay Connected Email: [email protected] Instagram: @stephanie_sekaz Facebook: Stephanie Adams Sekaz 🎧 Share the Show If this episode encouraged you… would you share it with a friend who might need it too? And if you haven’t already, leaving a written review on Apple Podcasts helps this message reach more women who are walking through hard seasons and need hope. Thank you for being here… it truly means so much. 💛   ✨ Dedication Jesus, this is Yours. May every word, every breath, and every woman who listens experience Your peace, Your presence, and the freedom that comes from placing it all in Your hands. Created through Him, for Him, and to Him. (Romans 11:36)