Encouragement for Christian Moms - Stop Mom-Guilting Yourself and Finally Live Freely with Jesus!

You know that one thing you need to get done, but you just keep putting it off because of x, y, and z, but you know it's super important - but you just can't seem to get yourself to do it? Just me??  In this episode, I share with you two reasons why we often hesitate, and four scriptures to help you reframe your mindset from staying stuck in procrastination, to walking in FREEDOM with Jesus! 

Are you struggling with trying not to let the world's influence be louder to your kids than the Word of God? Do you want more than anything for them to have a deep relationship with the Lord, but are afraid of being too pushy or making them feel too restricted? It can feel like walking a tight rope when it comes to raising Godly kids, but I promise you, the Lord wants this for our kids more than we do, and He can help us do this! Grab your ear buds and tune in for this episode on what we as moms can do to help guide our kids in the right direction and give them the foundation they need for life. 

Have you ever found yourself in that place where you realized the Lord has been trying to get your attention, but you just kept doing things your own way and you finally ask, "How did I get here?" Just me?? We're moms. We're tired. We sometimes (a lot of times...) think we have to do all the things in our own strength. But have we really stopped and listened to the Lord in the moment? He has a better way. When we don't incline our ear to what He is saying, it can be easy to get off track. But thank God for His goodness and mercy! Not only does He show us where we have gotten off track - He also helps us get right back to where we need to be. In this episode, I share with you three things you can do to get back on track, plus three scriptures to help you along the way. Grab your ear buds and let's dive in! 

As moms, we are always thinking about our kids and wanting to make sure they are taken care of -- it is a constant daily process. Do you know that the Father is always actively thinking about you?? He sees you as His beloved child and wants to make sure all of your needs are met. In this episode, I share with you 3 things the Lord has been saying to me that I believe He wants all of His daughters to hear, as well as scriptures to help you with perspective and to dive deeper into His Word. 

Are you a homeschool mom who always feels like you're behind, or that your good just isn't good enough when it comes to teaching your kids and helping them to advance? Maybe the problem isn't your teaching skills - maybe you've just been struggling with comparison. In this episode, we go over 5 important things to remember about homeschooling and your unique family. P.S. - EVERY mom has probably struggled with this at some point. ;) 

Do you find it hard to make time for yourself to rest? You have SO much to do, how can you possibly put any of it on pause?? The Lord gave us the gift of rest because He knows how much we can handle - and how much we can't. But how many of us have actually accepted this gift? In this episode, we go over five key points of why it is essential to prioritize rest, and how this affects not only us, but our families, too. 

What do you do when your child is having bad dreams all the time? Your child isn't sleeping, so you're not sleeping. You're tired and worn out and you just don't know how to make it better. I've been there, and in this episode, I share with you how the Lord helped us in a season where my child was having bad dreams almost every night. I share with you 3 things that you can do, 3 things to ask the Lord in prayer and 4 things you can do with your child. There is hope! Hit play to learn more! 

Do you realize how powerful you are because of the God-given authority the Lord has placed inside of you? God gave you a voice for a reason!  In this episode, we are going to talk about how your "yes" can make things happen and how it is just as powerful as your "no". Be sure to subscribe! 

There are a lot of things that are not our fault, but we still have to deal with them. How do we do that? The Lord is the Master Strategist, and He has the perfect answer for each of us in every situation. In this episode, I am going to share with you some things the Lord has shared with me that have helped to bring clarity and shift my perspective to line up more with His. We are, after all, seated with Christ Jesus in the Heavenly places (Ephesians 2:6) - and that is the seat of victory!

for the Father Himself loves you... John 16:27 NKJV In this episode, I share some of the moments when the Lord has spoken to me using the same words I was speaking to my kids, and how He desires to have a relationship with us as His children. I also share how you can get to know His character by reading His word more - so you can know who your Heavenly Father is, and who He isn't.  Let's dive in!   

Tired of feeling bad for wanting to take care of yourself? Does the thought of making yourself a priority make you feel guilty? God made you to be well - not sick and burnt out! In this episode, let's dive into five key points about why you should NOT feel guilty about making your own health a priority, and why it's one of the most important things you could ever do. Now is the time to be set free! 

Have you been unsure whether your prayers for your kids have been making a difference in their lives? Do you feel overburdened by trying to always pray the right thing at the right time, but still feel like you’re failing in some way? God wants to help you change that! This episode can help you get clarity and remove that burden from your shoulders. Be sure to subscribe, hit that play button and be ready to take some notes! 

Ever been unsure about which Bible translation you should be reading? Maybe the Sunday sermon is delivered using one specific translation, but your best friend reads another? Or maybe you’ve seen the footnotes in some of them and now you have more questions. And what exactly are we supposed to tell our kids?? I may not have all the answers, but today I'm sharing some key points to remember, plus some helpful tools no matter what translation you choose.

Are you tired of setting goals, getting yourself pumped and prepped to reach that next level... and not following through? If this sounds familiar, dive into this episode with me as we go over three key things to consider, plus three scriptures to keep in mind that can help you stay focused on the victory and crush those goals! 

Welcome to Encouragement for Christian Moms podcast! My name is Laura Flores. In this episode, I am going to share with you a few things about myself, why I started this podcast, and 3 scriptures plus 3 things I had to do that have helped me reframe my mindset to start thinking more in a way that lines up with God's thoughts toward myself and others.  Ready to dive in? Subscribe and hit play!