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It's possible to teach your kids reading, writing, fractions, and grammar for years and never once teach them why they believe what they believe. Today I'm talking about discipleship as its own kind of homeschool stewardship, and the "compass, not a measuring stick" approach I use in our home. Please take a moment to leave me a rating & Review!  JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta Now www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Instagram   If you'd like a SAMPLE LESSON or COURSE OVERVIEW please email me at: [email protected]  homeschool | Christian homeschool | apologetics for kids | catechism | discipling your kids | homeschool curriculum | homeschool mom

Hey Moms! Your homeschool was never supposed to look like your friend's, or what you see online. God gave you your specific kids and your specific family! Homeschooling them is actually a part of stewarding the gifts that God gave you.  In this episode, join me as we dive into starting your homeschool year without guilt and comparison! I'm glad you're here!  Please take a moment to leave me a rating & Review!  JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta Now www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Instagram   If you'd like a SAMPLE LESSON or COURSE OVERVIEW please email me at: [email protected] homeschool | homeschool mom | christian homeschool | starting your homeschool year | homeschool guilt | homeschool comparison | new homeschool mom | homeschool curriculum  

If you’re planning your homeschool year and choosing curriculum for math, reading, history, and spelling, don’t forget to plan for Bible, Christian discipleship, catechism, and apologetics, too. In this episode, we’re talking about Christian homeschooling, teaching the Bible at home, discipling your children, and why catechism and apologetics for kids are such an important part of building a strong biblical worldview. If you want to raise children who know what they believe, why they believe it, and how to defend their Christian faith, this episode will encourage you to make discipleship a priority in your homeschool year. Let's Connect  JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta Now www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Instagram   If you'd like a SAMPLE LESSON or COURSE OVERVIEW please email me at: [email protected]  

Starting a new homeschool year can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to! In this episode, I’m sharing 3 things I'm doing to prepare for a smooth start to homeschooling! This episode is for Christian homeschool moms who want to start their homeschool year smoothly! I'm glad you're here!  Let's Connect  JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta Now www.forthemomministry.com  If you'd like a SAMPLE LESSON or COURSE OVERVIEW please email me at: [email protected]

In this episode, we're talking about Christian parenting, homeschooling, apologetics for kids, catechism, and teaching children a biblical worldview. If you've ever wondered how to prepare your children to defend their Christian faith and answer hard questions about Jesus, truth, morality, gender ideology, abortion, and culture, this episode is for you. I'm sharing a story of a real conversation that challenged me to think deeper about raising Christian kids, discipling children at home, and why teaching apologetics in the homeschool years matters so much. We’ll talk about how to help kids know what they believe, why they believe it, and how to defend their faith with confidence and grace. JOIN The Christian Catechism & Apologetics Curriculum Beta Now Let's Connect!  www.forthemomministry.com  If you'd like a SAMPLE LESSON or COURSE OVERVIEW please email me at: [email protected]

Our children are being shaped every day by the world around them, through screens, friendships, culture, and the messages they absorb without even realizing it. The question is not whether they are developing a worldview, but what that worldview is being built on.  In this episode, join me as I answer the questions What is Catechism and Apologetics? Why do they matter?  I’ll be sharing about the new curriculum I’ve written for ages 4-18, with three levels designed to help children grow from early foundations all the way to confidently engaging their faith. If you want to raise children who are rooted in truth and prepared to stand firm in a culture of confusion, this episode will encourage and equip you. Interested in helping shape a new Christian Faith & Apologetics curriculum? Applications for beta testers are now open for this fall. Let's Connect - www.forthemomministry.com  If you'd like a SAMPLE LESSON or COURSE OVERVIEW please email me at: [email protected] 

Summer is for rest, but it's also a great time to take a few simple steps that will make your homeschool year run more smoothly. In this episode, I'm sharing practical ways to prepare for fall without spending your whole summer worrying about curriculum and schedules. We'll talk about decluttering your homeschool space, organizing what you already have, praying over your family's commitments, and making wise decisions about the year ahead. If you're wondering what you can actually do this summer to set yourself up for a peaceful homeschool year, this episode is for you. Interested in helping shape a new Christian Faith & Apologetics curriculum? Applications for beta testers are now open for this fall. Let's Connect - www.forthemomministry.com  Email: [email protected] 

Motherhood has a way of exposing the places we feel weakest. The overstimulation, the overwhelm, the impatience, the pressure of feeling like you are not doing enough. All of it can leave us feeling defeated. In this episode, I’ll take you through 3 parts: 1. Identifying your weaknesses. 2. Responding to them, and 3. Walking in freedom. And if you need a place to slow down and bring those burdens to the Lord, my Journey to the Cross devotional journal is linked in the show notes.  I'm glad you're here! Please take a moment to leave me a rating and review. Let's Connect!  Order Journey To The Cross - A 40 Day Devotional Journal for Moms Email: [email protected]   For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group  The ADHD Homeschool Course   

Hey Moms! One of the most powerful things you can do for your children may also be one of the quietest: praying for them.  In this episode, we are talking about the power of prayer in motherhood, why it should be our first response instead of our last resort, and how praying for and with our kids becomes a covering over their lives as they grow! I'm glad you're here! Let's Connect!  Order Journey To The Cross - A 40 Day Devotional Journal for Moms Email: [email protected]   For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group  The ADHD Homeschool Course   

Hey Moms! In this episode, join me as we talk about what it looks like to be more present and content in the everyday moments of summer motherhood. From comparison and overbooking to future-focused stress and the temptation to rush ahead, this is a gentle reminder to slow down and live the day God has actually given you.  If you need help quieting the noise and staying rooted in truth this summer, my Journey to the Cross devotional journal is linked in the show notes. 💛 Order Journey To The Cross - A 40 Day Devotional Journal for Moms Email: [email protected]   For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group  The ADHD Homeschool Course   

Are you walking through an unspoken valley?  In this episode, come join me as I talk about the valleys of motherhood; the stretches where staying home with your kids feels lonely and mundane, or when a quiet struggle in your home feels like it will never end. God only requires faith the size of a mustard seed. Come listen and be encouraged. If you need a simple tool to help get you back into the Word, grab a devotional journal, Journey to the Cross,  I'd love to connect!  Email: [email protected]   For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group  The ADHD Homeschool Course   

If you have toddlers or preschoolers underfoot and you are feeling the pressure to figure out your homeschool plan, take a deep breath.  It is so easy to fall into the trap of buying formal curriculum and pushing reading and writing way too early. But the truth is, pushing academics before a child is ready can actually sacrifice their natural curiosity and joy for learning. Remember, friend, these years go by way too fast!   Grab a devotional journal, Journey to the Cross, to help anchor your mornings in the Word. I'd love to connect!  Email: [email protected]   For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group  The ADHD Homeschool Course 

"How do you do it all?" It’s a question I get way too often, and today, I am setting the record straight: I don't! In this episode, I’ll share a behind-the-scenes peek into my life and how I navigate work, ministry, homeschooling the kids, and managing the house. I’m sharing the practical things I do that keep our family running.  Don't let a busy season leave you spiritually dry. Grab a devotional journal, Journey to the Cross, to help anchor your mornings in the Word. I'd love to connect!  Email: [email protected]   For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group  The ADHD Homeschool Course 

Friend, you cannot give what you do not have. In this episode, I'll share about something every Christian mom needs to hear: your faith has to come first. Not out of selfishness, and not out of guilt, but because a spiritually dehydrated mom cannot pour into the hearts she's called to nurture. Join me for this weeks episode!  Let's Connect!  Order HERE: Journey to the Cross A 40 Day Devotional Journal For the Mom  Email: [email protected]   For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group  The ADHD Homeschool Course   

Hey Friend! If you’ve wondered, "What is enough when it comes to homeschooling?” This episode will help! We will talk about the main thing we should be measuring in our children and homeschooling! I'm glad you're here!  I pray this blesses and encourages you!  Please leave me a rating and review on Apple Podcasts if you haven't!  Let's Connect!  Email: [email protected]   For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group  The ADHD Homeschool Course  

Hey Friends! This episode is a fiery one! Come join me as we go through three very practical ways you can find spiritual renewal this spring as a busy mom! You’ll hear Scripture reminders, practical tips, and truth to help you stay rooted in what matters most!  If your heart needs a reset this spring, this one’s for you. And don’t forget, my Journey to the Cross Devotional Journal is the perfect companion for your quiet time this season!  I pray this blesses and encourages you!  Let's Connect!  The ADHD Homeschool Course  For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group 

As the homeschool year winds down, it’s easy to feel exhausted or rush through to the end, but finishing strong is possible! In this episode, I'll share three questions you can ask yourself and a plan to finish this year well!  Plus, I’m announcing the winner of the Faithful Mother Giveaway from our 100th episode celebration! If you’re longing to pause and reflect on God’s goodness in this season, grab your copy of Journey to the Cross, my devotional journal designed to help you slow down, refocus, and renew your spirit.  I pray this blesses and encourages you!  Let's Connect!  The ADHD Homeschool Course  For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group 

In this special 100th episode, released just in time for Mother's Day, let's look at God's faithfulness through every season we walk through.  I'm sharing the three biggest truths this journey of For The Mom and homeschooling has taught me. Plus, I'm celebrating with a special Mother's Day Giveaway for one of my listeners.  I pray this blesses and encourages you!  Order here: Devotional Journal The ADHD Homeschool Course  For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group 

Hey Friend! Today, we’re talking about seasons of change. Spring is here, summer is close, yet sometimes it's still hard to adjust to change. How can we respond to disappointment, unexpected changes, our kids growing up, and friendships changing? Join me in today's episode and be encouraged as we navigate seasons of change!  Let's Connect!  Discount Code: PODCAST5  Order here: Devotional Journal The ADHD Homeschool Course  For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group   

Hey Moms! If your homeschool day has been feeling too long, that does not mean you are doing everything wrong. It may simply mean it's time to simplify! You do not have to prove your faithfulness by how exhausted you are. Join me on today's episode as I share reasons why things might be taking too long, and what you can do to fix that! I'm glad you're here!  Let's Connect!  Discount Code: PODCAST5  Order here: Devotional Journal The ADHD Homeschool Course  For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group 

Hey Moms! If you are at the beginning of your homeschool journey and are feeling equal parts called and terrified, this episode is for you. Maybe you’ve been asking questions like, “Can I really do this?” “What if I mess it up?” Today, I will share five specific things that I wish I had known before starting!!  Let's Connect!  Discount Code: PODCAST5 on Devotional Journal The ADHD Homeschool Course  For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group 

It’s been a full season of speaking events, sickness, and all the real‑life moments that remind me how much I need God’s strength. In this episode, I’m sharing what He’s been teaching me about trusting Him when life feels overwhelming and uncertain, and how His faithfulness steadies us in every season. You’ll also hear a little about the heart and direction for For the Mom moving forward—rooted in faith, motherhood, and helping you homeschool with peace and confidence. Let's Connect! Leave me a rating and review!  Discount Code: PODCAST5 on The ADHD Homeschool Course & Devotional Journal For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group 

Have you ever bought way too much curriculum because you didn’t know what you actually needed? Same! In this episode, I'll share my mistakes and the lesson I learned about choosing curriculum! I'll walk you through the main homeschool styles: Unit Study, Charlotte Mason, Classical, Montessori, STEM, Traditional, and Unschooling. This episode will help you stop guessing when it comes to curriculum decisions and give you direction in what might work best for your family!  Let's Connect! Leave me a rating and review!  Discount Code: PODCAST5 on The ADHD Homeschool Course & Devotional Journal For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  Christian Homeschool Support Facebook Group 

Hey Moms! Today on the podcast, we are talking about seasons of homeschooling in the wilderness! I’ll walk you through a few highlights from the convention and announce the winner of our devotional journal giveaway!  If you haven't left me a rating and review, it would mean so much! Thanks!  DISCOUNT CODE: MACHS10 on The ADHD Homeschool Course & Devotional Journal Order Journey to the Cross Devotional HERE The ADHD Homeschool Course Register For The Mom Instagram   www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group 

Hey Moms! This week on the podcast, I'll share a quick devotional with you and give you encourage you in your homeschooling! I'm glad you're here!  I'd love to hear from you. Please leave me a rating & review!  Order Journey to the Cross Devotional HERE Let's Connect!  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  Interested in The ADHD Homeschool Course? Check it out HERE

Hey Moms! Have you ever wondered how your own schooling and education might be shaping the way you homeschool today? In this episode, we will go through an exercise together, looking at both the positive and negative experiences and how they shape you today. Join me!  I'd love to hear from you. Please leave me a rating & review!  Order Journey to the Cross Devotional HERE Let's Connect!  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  Interested in The ADHD Homeschool Course? Check it out HERE

Hey Friend! Today on the podcast, we're going through the importance of both structure and flexibility in our homeschools. I'll go through the benefits of both and explain why they're necessary!  I'd love to hear from you. Please leave me a rating & review!  Order Journey to the Cross Devotional HERE Let's Connect!  Interested in The ADHD Homeschool Course? Check it out HERE For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group 

Hey Moms! Today, I'll share 3 things I wish I'd known before I started homeschooling! Whether you're a veteran homeschooler or brand new, this is for you!  Let's Connect! I'd love to hear from you. Please leave me a rating & review!  PRE ORDER Journey to the Cross Devotional Journal HERE For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group 

If you’ve been wanting to get back into the Bible but aren’t sure where to start, this episode is for you. I will share a devotion from Journey to the Cross: A 40 Day Devotional Journal for the Mom. Let the story of the cross draw our hearts back to Jesus, and as busy moms, may we prioritize what we truly need the most. I'm glad you're here today.  I'd love to hear from you. Please leave me a rating & review!  PRE ORDER Journey to the Cross Devotional Journal HERE Let's Connect!  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group       

Ever feel like you’re doing everything and yet nothing feels like it’s being done well? You're stretched thin and not sure what to do next. In today's episode, I share with you a story from my life, and challenge you to do the ONE next thing right thing. Join me for prayer at the end of the episode too! I'm glad you're here.  I'd love to hear from you. Please leave me a rating & review!  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group 

Hey Moms! Do you sit down regularly and have family dinners around the table? Are they actually important? Join me on today's episode as we talk about the foundation that family meals provide for your kids, and the powerful influence that comes from that physical time together! I'm glad you're here!  I'd love to hear from you. Please leave me a rating & review!  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group 

Moms, we are bombarded with news, constant noise, and social media begging for our voice and opinion. If you’ve felt the weight of headlines, injustice, or social media outrage, this episode will be the reminder you need to stay faithful and obedient exactly where you are. I pray it blesses and encourages you.  I'd love to hear from you. Please leave me a rating & review!  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group 

How do you know if homeschooling is the right decision for your family? Have you wrestled with fears or wondered whether you can actually do this? In today’s episode, we walk through practical, tangible questions that will help you discern if homeschooling is the right fit for you! I pray it challenges and encourages you!  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group 

Hey Moms! Today on the podcast, I’m sharing three simple, sanity-saving tips to help you declutter your homeschool space. If your bookshelves are overflowing, or you just feel scattered every time you sit down to teach, this episode will give you practical steps to a more peaceful homeschool. I hope it blesses and encourages you.  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group 

Hi Friend! In the first episode of 2026, let's talk about the quiet struggles so many moms carry but rarely say out loud: comparison, jealousy, and the feeling of falling behind. All around us is goal setting, dreaming big, and new years resolutions - but more important than that is finding freedom from jealously and comparison as mothers. I hope this episode challenges and encourages you!  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group 

Hey friends! In this episode, join me and pause to reflect on your year. Let's slow down with your bible in hand. I’ll also be sharing what’s ahead for For The Mom Ministry in 2026! Next Steps, Let's Connect!  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected]   

Hey Moms!  On today's episode, invite your kids to listen with you! I will go through multiple low cost and creative gift ideas that they can give to loved ones this season!  I'd love to connect! Please leave me a rating & review!  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected]     

Hey Moms! Christmas can be chaos and we can feel overwhelmed by all the to-do lists. This episode let's pray together, and talk about ways that we can slow down our hearts and humble ourselves this Advent. I pray it encourages you!  I'd love to connect! Please leave me a rating & review!  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected]   

Are you looking for a Christian alternative to Elf on the Shelf? Our family has made a tradition of doing Shepherd on the Search! In this episode, I'll share what that is and why it's beneficial and a great alternative to elf on the shelf! Join me and let's kick off the Advent and Christmas season!  Links: Shepherd On The Search  The Shepherd on the Search - Advent Activity Set | DaySpring I'd love to connect! Please leave me a rating & review!  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected]   

How do I remain faithful in homeschooling my kids when I feel the weight of it all? If you've asked yourself this question, today's episode is for you! I'll share three things you can do to remain faithful in what God has called you too!  Please leave me a rating & review!  I'd love to connect! For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected]   

Have you worried that you're making the right decision to homeschool your kids? Do you wonder if you're making a mistake, or whether you should pull them from school? There is an answer to this question! Join me today on the podcast and walk away with confidence in your decision!  Please leave me a rating & review!  I'd love to connect! For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected] 

Hey Moms! There's no shame or guilt in admitting that motherhood, at times, leaves us feeling empty. In this episode, I'll share two things you can do to care for your heart and reconnect with God. I'm glad you're here with me today.  Let's Connect! For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected] 

Hey Moms,  Surprises happen in life, and things don't always go as planned! Join me today on the podcast as I share a little surprise with you, and a story from last year when life took a turn I wasn't expecting!  Let's Connect! For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected] 

Hey Friends! In motherhood we sometimes go through seasons of spiritual dryness.  We can't hear God's voice and we feel distant from Him. Join me today as we dive into His word. Let's pray together, I hope you find encouragement for your weary heart today.  In Christ, Maryse  Let's Connect! For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected] 

Hey Moms! Today on the podcast we’re talking about a mother’s legacy. Big words I know, but what legacy are you leaving your children? What will they remember about their childhood? Their education? You won’t want to miss this one!  If you’re new to For the Mom podcast, I’d love to hear from you, please leave me a rating and review.  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected] 

Hey Moms!  Sometimes no matter how hard we plan or try, our weeks doesn't go as planned. Maybe this is your gentle reminder that you need to slow down! Join me this week o the podcast, and you can hear how God used a speeding ticket to really slow me down.  I'd love to hear from you and connect!  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected]   

Hey Moms!  Life skills matter: cooking, cleaning, laundry, budgeting, chores....the list goes on. Join me today as we talk about some important life skills, why they matter and how you can incorporate them into your homeschool.  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Email me: [email protected] 

Hey Moms! Today, I'm taking you into a lesson from The ADHD Homeschool Course. If you’ve been feeling like your current routine isn’t working, it’s probably because it’s either too rigid or too chaotic. The ideal homeschooling routine needs to have both structure and flexibility. Join me today!  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Join The ADHD Homeschool Course REGISTER HERE Email me: [email protected] 

Hey Moms,  What does it mean to be a courageous mother and woman of faith? Today’s episode let’s go to God’s word together! Be willing to challenge yourself this week, to sit in what may feel uncomfortable, but will no doubt grow your faith and challenge you in motherhood and the way you live.  Grab your bible and join me!  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Join The ADHD Homeschool Course REGISTER HERE Email me: [email protected] 

Hello Moms,  The death of Charlie Kirk last week has left a ripple effect that will change the course of history. Today on the podcast I am talking about standing firm in our faith. We will run to scripture together, and you will be encouraged amid all the noise right now online and in social media.  Grab your bible and join me!  Let's Connect!  For The Mom Homeschool Facebook Group  For The Mom Instagram  www.forthemomministry.com  Join The ADHD Homeschool Course REGISTER HERE Email me: [email protected]