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Moms are the busiest people we know! We're equipping Christian moms to dwell with Jesus and then to parent based on the wisdom of The Bible. If you're looking for a way to be consistent in looking to the Word of God this year, join us to make your home all about HIM! This podcast is sponsored by Entrusted Ministries and aligns with the "Entrusted with a Child's Heart" study for moms. Entrusted offers Scripture-saturated resources for churches, home groups, and individuals. If you're looking for in-depth conversations about how to apply The Bible, look for our Again podcast on biblical motherhood!

  1. 23h ago

    #162. Jeremiah 25–30: What Jeremiah 29:11 Really Means for Christian Moms--Hope, Not Smooth Sailing!

    Does Jeremiah 29:11 mean that God promises us an easy life?Many Christian moms have heard the familiar words, “For I know the plans I have for you…” But what if we've been applying this beloved verse without understanding the difficult circumstances in which God originally spoke it? In this episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, Stephanie Hickox walks through Jeremiah chapters 25–30 and takes a closer look at Jeremiah 29:11, biblical interpretation, God's promises, and what it means to faithfully follow Him when life doesn't turn out the way we expected. And Stephanie shares a rather memorable honeymoon story involving a missing hammock, a disappointing buffet, a broken-down speedboat, a Bible caught in a tropical storm, and a very long ride home—all to illustrate the danger of believing promises that sound wonderful but don't actually deliver what we expected. The same principle matters when we're teaching our children about God. Following Jesus does not guarantee smooth sailing. But God does promise that He is faithful, that He is working according to His good purposes, and that ultimately our greatest treasure is dwelling with Him. In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why God repeatedly called Judah to listen and obey His WordHow many opportunities God gave His people to repent before judgment cameWhy Judah's 70 years of Babylonian captivity matteredWhat Jeremiah's message teaches us about biblical obedience and parentingWhy God still calls His people to faithfully live and serve even during difficult circumstancesThe danger of false prophets who promise peace without repentanceThe story of Jeremiah's yoke and what it teaches about surrendering to God's willWhy we need to be careful about taking familiar Bible verses out of their historical and biblical contextWhat Jeremiah 29:11 actually meant to the Israelites in BabylonHow to distinguish between the original meaning of a passage and its application to our lives todayWhy God's good plans don't necessarily mean an easy, comfortable, or pain-free lifeHow the cross of Jesus gives us the ultimate picture of God's ability to bring redemption from sufferingHow Christian moms can avoid teaching their children a prosperity-gospel version of ChristianityWhy we should prepare our children to expect faithfulness—not necessarily comfortWhat Jeremiah 30 begins to reveal about God's future restoration of His people What Does Jeremiah 29:11 Really Mean?Jeremiah 29:11 is one of the most quoted verses among Christians: “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”But who was God speaking to? He was speaking to Israelite exiles living in Babylon. They weren't being promised that their circumstances would immediately improve. In fact, God had just told them that their captivity would last 70 years. Many of them would never return home. And yet God told them to build houses, plant gardens, marry, have children, multiply, seek the welfare of Babylon, and pray for the city where they lived. Their hope wasn't found in an immediate change of circumstances. Their hope was found in God. That's an important distinction for us as Christian moms. Biblical Hope Doesn't Mean an Easy LifeIt's tempting to tell ourselves—or our children—that if we follow God, everything will eventually work out the way we want. But Scripture doesn't make that promise. Following Jesus can involve suffering, disappointment, persecution, financial difficulty, relational struggles, illness, grief, and seasons that last far longer than we expected. God's goodness doesn't mean that every difficult circumstance will disappear. Instead, God uses even difficult circumstances to make us more like Christ and ultimately brings His people into the fullness of His presence. The cross is the greatest example. When Jesus died, it looked like hope had been completely lost. But God was accomplishing redemption through what appeared to be the greatest tragedy. God's good plans are often bigger than our definition of “good.” A Lesson for Christian ParentingThis is especially important when we're raising children. We don't want to accidentally teach our kids a false gospel that says: Follow God and He'll make your life easy. Instead, we can teach them: Follow God because He is worthy. Obey Him because He is good. Trust Him when you don't understand. Expect Him to be with you in difficulty. Remember that your greatest treasure isn't comfort—it is Christ. That kind of faith can withstand disappointment. Teaching Our Kids to Listen and ObeyOne of the repeated themes throughout Jeremiah is the importance of listening to God's Word and obeying it. God repeatedly warned Judah. He sent prophets. He called them to repentance. He gave them opportunities to turn from their sin. They refused to listen. As parents, this gives us a helpful framework for biblical parenting. We can clearly communicate God's standards to our children, give them age-appropriate expectations, and lovingly hold them accountable—not because obedience earns God's love, but because God's Word is good and His commands lead us toward what is true and life-giving. And we can model this ourselves. Our children need to see that we're not merely asking them to obey God's Word. We're learning to listen and obey Him too. Don't Give Your Children a False GospelOne of the most important parenting applications from this episode is this: What kind of Christianity are we presenting to our children? If we teach them that God exists primarily to make them happy, comfortable, successful, or prosperous, what happens when suffering comes? They may conclude that God has failed them. But if we teach them from childhood that Jesus is worth following even when obedience is difficult, they can learn to cling to Him when life doesn't go according to plan. We can teach our kids that God's presence is better than comfort, His Word is more trustworthy than our feelings, and His purposes are better than our plans. Jeremiah 29:11 and the Christian LifeJeremiah 29:11 was not a promise of smooth sailing. And neither is the Christian life. But it is a beautiful reminder that God has not abandoned His people. He knows His plans. He is faithful. He gives His people hope. And ultimately, He brings His people home to Himself. As moms, that's the hope we want to pass down to our children. Bible ReadingThis episode covers: Jeremiah 25–30 If you're following along with a chronological Bible reading plan, this episode will help you understand Jeremiah's prophecies within the historical circumstances surrounding Judah's exile and Babylonian captivity. Questions for ReflectionAs you listen, consider: Am I teaching my children that following God guarantees an easy life?Do I trust God when His plans don't look like what I expected?Am I more committed to my children's comfort or to their faithfulness?Do my children see me listening to and obeying God's Word?Have I taken any Bible verses out of context because I wanted them to promise something God never promised?How can I teach my children that Jesus Himself is our greatest treasure? A Prayer for Christian MomsHeavenly Father, help us to be women who listen to and obey Your Word. Teach us to trust You when circumstances don't look the way we expected. Keep us from giving our children a false gospel filled with promises of earthly comfort and prosperity. Instead, help us teach them that You are worthy of our complete devotion, even when following You is difficult. Fix our eyes on Jesus and the cross, where we see that You can bring redemption even when all hope seems lost. Help us raise children who trust You, love Your Word, and believe that dwelling with You is our greatest treasure. Amen. If you're looking for a Bible podcast for busy moms that helps you understand Scripture in its context while applying God's Word to motherhood and family life, join us here at The Dwelling Place. Resources Mentioned: Entrusted With a Child's HeartThe Again Podcast: Interview with Chris McKenna Part...

  2. 1d ago

    #161. When Following God Costs You + When Obeying God Means Standing Alone | Jeremiah 19-24

    Jeremiah 19–24: Raising Kids Who Know God, Not Just Religion What does it really mean to know God? And how can we raise children whose faith goes deeper than religious habits, church attendance, or simply knowing the “right” answers? In this episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, Stephanie Hickox walks through Jeremiah chapters 19–24 and shows how these ancient warnings speak directly to Christian moms and biblical parenting today. Jeremiah continues confronting Judah over their rebellion against God, their oppression of the vulnerable, their rejection of God's Word, and their dependence on false prophets who promised peace when judgment was coming. Yet in the middle of these sobering chapters, we find a beautiful promise: God would raise up a righteous King from the line of David—the Lord our righteousness. As we study Jeremiah, we're reminded that biblical parenting isn't simply about teaching our children religious behaviors. We want to raise children who know God, love His Word, recognize truth, stand firm when following Jesus is difficult, and have compassion for those who are vulnerable and oppressed. In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why God used the broken pottery in Jeremiah 19 as a picture of coming judgmentThe persecution Jeremiah experienced from religious leadersWhat Jeremiah's lament teaches us about following God when obedience is painfulWhy Jeremiah could continue speaking God's truth even when others rejected his messageThe difference between a religious leader who tells people what they want to hear and a faithful messenger of God's WordWhat God's commands to the kings of Judah teach us about justice, compassion, and caring for the vulnerableWhy God repeatedly mentions the fatherless, widows, foreigners, and oppressedWhat it means to truly know GodThe fascinating prophecy concerning Coniah/Jeconiah and the line of DavidThe promise of the coming “righteous Branch” and how it points us to JesusWhy Jesus is uniquely qualified to reign as the righteous KingJeremiah's warning about false prophetsHow Christian moms can teach their children to evaluate teachers, podcasts, books, influencers, and messages according to ScriptureWhy our children need more than inspiring Christian content—they need to know God's Word for themselves Raising Kids Who Know GodOne of the most beautiful challenges in this passage comes when God says of King Josiah: “He judged the cause of the poor and needy; then it was well. Is not this to know me?”—Jeremiah 22:16Knowing God isn't merely intellectual. Knowing God changes the way we live. When we understand God's character, we should become people who care about the things He cares about. That means biblical parenting involves teaching our children not only to read the Bible and attend church, but also to love their neighbors, care for the vulnerable, stand for what is right, and treat others with compassion. Jeremiah's message challenges us to ask whether our children's faith is becoming something they genuinely own—or whether we're simply teaching them a list of Christian practices. Teaching Kids Biblical DiscernmentJeremiah also gives Christian parents an important warning about false teaching. The people rejected Jeremiah partly because they didn't like his message. The false prophets, meanwhile, offered messages of peace and reassurance that sounded much more appealing. That is still a valuable lesson for our families. Our children will encounter countless voices telling them what is true—through social media, YouTube, podcasts, books, teachers, celebrities, influencers, and even religious leaders. We don't want to teach our kids to simply follow the most popular Christian voice. We want to teach them to know God's Word well enough to recognize what agrees with it. That means helping our children develop a biblical habit of asking: “What does Scripture say?” When Following God Means Standing AloneJeremiah knew what it meant to obey God when obedience brought rejection. He was mocked, persecuted, imprisoned, and opposed—even by people within his own religious community. Yet he continued to proclaim God's Word. That's an important lesson for our children. We can't promise our kids that following Jesus will always make them popular. But we can teach them that faithfulness to God is worth the cost. Jeremiah's life gives us an opportunity to pray that our children will have the courage to speak truth with humility, remain faithful when they're misunderstood, and trust that God's presence is greater than the approval of others. Jesus, the Righteous KingAfter confronting Judah's wicked kings, Jeremiah gives us a glorious glimpse of the King who would come: “I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and he shall reign as king and deal wisely, and shall execute justice and righteousness in the land.”—Jeremiah 23:5And then comes the name: “The Lord is our righteousness.” Jeremiah's message doesn't end with wicked kings, false prophets, judgment, and failure. It points us toward the perfect King and Shepherd—Jesus Christ. Jesus is the righteous King who does what Judah's kings could not. He is the Good Shepherd who cares for His people, and He is the One whose righteousness we desperately need. As moms, we don't simply want to raise “good kids.” We want to point our children to the perfect Savior who makes sinners righteous. A Prayer for MomsAs you listen, consider praying: Lord, help me raise children who truly know You—not children who simply know how to practice Christianity. Give them a deep love for Your Word, courage to stand for truth, compassion for the vulnerable, and discernment to recognize false teaching. Help me model these things in my own life. Keep me from being captivated by popularity, personalities, or platforms, and make me captivated by You and Your Word. Thank You that Jesus is our righteous King and that we can trust Your promises. Amen. Bible ReadingThis episode covers: Jeremiah 19–24 If you're following along with a chronological Bible reading plan, this episode is part of our journey through Jeremiah as we continue studying God's Word in its historical context. Resources Mentioned: Entrusted With a Child's HeartThe Again Podcast: Interview with Chris McKenna Part 1, Part 2Full-Circle Discipline ResourcesJourney Through the Bible Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary

  3. 4d ago

    #160. Jeremiah 13-18: Being Deeply Rooted in God When Life Feels Like a Drought

    The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms | Entrusted Ministries What happens when obedience to God doesn't produce the results we expected? In Jeremiah 13–18, we see a prophet who faithfully served God for decades while facing loneliness, persecution, discouragement, and seemingly little fruit. In this episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, Stephanie Hickox explores some of Jeremiah's most memorable illustrations—including the ruined linen loincloth, The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms | Entrusted Ministries What happens when obedience to God doesn't produce the results we expected? In Jeremiah 13–18, we see a prophet who faithfully served God for decades while facing loneliness, persecution, discouragement, and seemingly little fruit. In this episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, Stephanie Hickox explores some of Jeremiah's most memorable illustrations—including the ruined linen loincloth, the tree planted by water, and the potter and the clay—and considers what they teach us about wholehearted faith, biblical parenting, and trusting God when life feels like a drought. Jeremiah's ministry reminds us that faithfulness isn't measured by visible results. Sometimes God calls us simply to trust Him, sink our roots deeply into His Word, and remain faithful even when we cannot see what He is doing. In This Episode, You'll Discover:The meaning behind God's unusual command for Jeremiah to bury a linen loinclothWhy the ruined loincloth was a picture of Judah's relationship with GodHow Judah's spiritual pride and stubbornness had made them “good for nothing”Jeremiah's struggle with discouragement, loneliness, and unanswered expectationsWhat Jeremiah 15 teaches us about finding joy and delight in God's WordHow to remain faithful when obedience doesn't produce the results you expectedWhy Jeremiah's calling was particularly lonely—and how God remained faithful to himThe powerful contrast between trusting in human strength and trusting in the LordWhy Jeremiah 17:7–8 is such an encouragement for Christian moms walking through difficult seasonsHow spiritual drought can actually drive us to sink our roots deeper into God's WordWhat “the heart is deceitful above all things” means in the context of Jeremiah 17How understanding our own weaknesses can help us show greater grace and patience toward our childrenThe connection between Jeremiah 17 and Psalm 1What Judah's neglect of the Sabbath reveals about trusting God's provisionThe significance of the 70 years of exile and Israel's neglected Sabbath restsWhy God's picture of Himself as the potter and His people as clay gives us a powerful perspective on surrenderHow Christian moms can learn to trust God's design for themselves, their families, and their circumstances 🌳 When You're Walking Through a Spiritual DroughtOne of the most encouraging passages in this reading is Jeremiah 17:7–8: “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water…”The tree doesn't avoid the heat. It doesn't escape the drought. It simply has deep roots. And because its roots reach the water, it doesn't have to fear the circumstances around it. That's a beautiful picture for Christian motherhood. We can't guarantee that our children will make wise choices. We can't control our circumstances, our culture, or the results of our obedience. But we can continually send our roots deeper into the Word of God. When life gets hard, our trials can become opportunities to discover that Jesus really is enough. 💧 Biblical Parenting: Teaching Our Children to Sink Their Roots DeepJeremiah's message gives us an important reminder for parenting: we cannot make our children's hearts trust God. But we can faithfully point them toward the One who can. As moms, we want to model what it looks like to seek God's Word when we're discouraged, to trust Him when circumstances don't make sense, to repent when our hearts wander, and to speak words that are “precious and not worthless.” Our children need more than Christian rules and behavior modification. They need to see parents who know, love, trust, and depend upon the Lord. And perhaps one of the greatest gifts we can give them is the example of a mother whose roots go deeper when the drought comes. 🏺 The Potter and the ClayJeremiah's visit to the potter's house gives us an important perspective shift. The clay doesn't determine what it should become. The Potter does. God is sovereign over His creation, and we are called to surrender ourselves to His purposes. That includes learning to receive God's design for our lives rather than constantly wishing we were someone—or somewhere—else. For moms, this can be especially challenging. What if God's invitation isn't to control every outcome, but to trust the Potter? 📖 Scripture in This EpisodeJeremiah 13Jeremiah 14Jeremiah 15Jeremiah 16Jeremiah 17Jeremiah 18Psalm 1Matthew 26:41 Key ScripturesJeremiah 15:16 — “Your words were found, and I ate them, and your words became to me a joy and the delight of my heart.” Jeremiah 17:7–8 — “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord…” Jeremiah 18:6 — God as the Potter and His people as the clay. ❤️ The Takeaway for MomsYou may be in a season where you're faithfully obeying God but wondering why you aren't seeing the fruit you hoped for. Jeremiah's life reminds us that faithfulness is not the same thing as visible success. Keep going. Keep eating God's Word. Keep sinking your roots into Christ. And when the heat comes, don't be surprised if God uses the drought to grow something beautiful in you. Listen to The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy MomsIf you're looking for a Bible podcast for Christian moms, a chronological Bible reading plan, help staying consistent in Scripture, or encouragement for biblical parenting and Christian motherhood, The Dwelling Place from Entrusted Ministries will help you walk through God's Word and apply its truth to everyday family life. Subscribe and continue studying the Bible with us as we journey through Scripture together. Jeremiah's ministry reminds us that faithfulness isn't measured by visible results. Sometimes God calls us simply to trust Him, sink our roots deeply into His Word, and remain faithful even when we cannot see what He is doing. In This Episode, You'll Discover:The meaning behind God's unusual command for Jeremiah to bury a linen loinclothWhy the ruined loincloth was a picture of Judah's relationship with GodHow Judah's spiritual pride and stubbornness had made them “good for nothing”Jeremiah's struggle with discouragement, loneliness, and unanswered expectationsWhat Jeremiah 15 teaches us about finding joy and delight in God's WordHow to remain faithful when obedience doesn't produce the results you expectedWhy Jeremiah's calling was particularly lonely—and how God remained faithful to himThe powerful contrast between trusting in human strength and trusting in the LordWhy Jeremiah 17:7–8 is such an encouragement for Christian moms walking through difficult seasonsHow spiritual drought can actually drive us to sink our roots deeper into God's WordWhat “the heart is deceitful above all things” means in the context of Jeremiah 17How understanding our own weaknesses can help us show greater grace and patience toward our childrenThe connection between Jeremiah 17 and Psalm 1What Judah's neglect of the Sabbath reveals about trusting God's provisionThe significance of the 70 years of exile and Israel's neglected Sabbath restsWhy God's picture of Himself as the potter and His people as clay gives us a powerful perspective on surrenderHow Christian moms can learn to trust God's design for themselves, their families, and their circumstances 🌳 When You're Walking Through a Spiritual DroughtOne of the most encouraging passages in this reading is Jeremiah 17:7–8: “Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water…”The tree doesn't avoid the heat. It doesn't escape the drought. It simply has deep roots. And because its roots reach the water, it doesn't have to fear the circumstances around it. That's a beautiful picture for Christian motherhood. We can't guarantee that our children will make wise choices. We can't control our circumstances, our culture, or the results of our obedience. But we can continually send our roots deeper into the Word of God. When life gets hard, our trials...

  4. 5d ago

    #159. Jeremiah 6–12 Bible Study | Following the Ancient Paths : Are We Raising Christian Kids—or Just Checking Religious Boxes?

    Jeremiah 6–12: The Ancient Paths, Religious Hypocrisy & Biblical ParentingThe Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms | Entrusted Ministries What does it look like to truly know God—not simply participate in religious activities? In Jeremiah 6–12, the prophet Jeremiah confronts Judah’s religious hypocrisy, exposing a people who worshiped in the temple while continuing to oppress the vulnerable, pursue idols, and live in rebellion against God. In this episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, Stephanie Hickox walks through Jeremiah’s powerful temple sermon in Jeremiah 7, helping us understand why God’s judgment was righteous and why outward religious practices can never replace wholehearted obedience. As Christian moms, this passage also challenges us to consider how we are discipling our children. Are we teaching them to simply check spiritual boxes—or are we helping them know, love, and follow the Lord? Jeremiah reminds us to return to the ancient paths, seek the wisdom of God's Word, care for the vulnerable, reject cultural idols, and build families whose worship flows from hearts devoted to God. In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why Jeremiah’s temple sermon is such a powerful warning against religious hypocrisyWhy simply attending church or participating in Christian activities cannot substitute for obedience to GodWhat Jeremiah 6:16 means when God tells His people to seek the “ancient paths”How Judah was trusting the temple as a kind of spiritual “good luck charm”God's command to care for the sojourner, orphan, and widowThe devastating consequences of allowing pagan worship and cultural influences to shape God's peopleWhat Jeremiah teaches us about biblical parenting and discipling our childrenWhy parents must be careful not to teach children a checklist of Christian behaviors without teaching them to know and love GodHow we can evaluate whether our families are becoming more like Christ or simply looking like the culture around usWhy Jeremiah 9:23–24 tells us what we should truly boast in: knowing and understanding GodHow idols made by human hands contrast with the living and everlasting GodEncouragement for moms who feel overwhelmed by the endless stream of advice about parenting, food, health, culture, and family lifeWhy returning to Scripture can give us clarity, wisdom, and the peace of the ancient paths A Powerful Word for Christian MomsOne of the most beautiful challenges in this passage is found in Jeremiah 6:16: “Stand by the roads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is, and walk in it, and find rest for your souls.”As moms, we can easily become overwhelmed by the constant stream of advice telling us how to raise our children, what they should eat, how they should learn, what media they should consume, and how our families should live. But Scripture repeatedly brings us back to something much simpler: know God, love God, obey His Word, and teach your children to do the same. The goal isn't perfect Christian parenting. The goal is raising children who know where to turn for wisdom—and ultimately know and love the Lord themselves. Scripture MentionedJeremiah 6Jeremiah 7Jeremiah 8Jeremiah 9:23–24Jeremiah 10Jeremiah 11Jeremiah 12Deuteronomy 6Psalm 46Psalm 119Hebrews 11:6 Key TakeawayDon't find your security in religious checklists. Find your security in knowing, loving, and dwelling with God. Jeremiah's message is sobering, but it is also deeply hopeful for Christian moms. God's Word gives us a clear path when the culture around us becomes confusing. We don't have to imitate the world or be overwhelmed by every new parenting philosophy. We can return to Scripture, walk in the good way, and teach our children to do the same. Listen & Study the Bible With UsThe Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms is designed to help Christian moms stay rooted in God's Word through a chronological Bible reading plan, biblical teaching, prayer, and practical encouragement for motherhood. If you're looking for a Bible podcast for women, a chronological Bible study, Christian parenting encouragement, biblical parenting wisdom, or help staying consistent in reading the Bible, join us as we journey through Scripture together. Subscribe to The Dwelling Place from Entrusted Ministries and keep studying God's Word with us—one passage at a time. Resources Mentioned: Entrusted With a Child's HeartThe Again Podcast: Interview with Chris McKenna Part 1, Part 2Full-Circle Discipline ResourcesJourney Through the Bible Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary

  5. 6d ago

    #158. Jeremiah 1-5 : Seeking the Only Cistern that Can Satisfy Our Souls | The Chronological Bible Plan for Moms

    In this episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, Stephanie Hickox introduces us to Jeremiah, the “weeping prophet,” whose five-decade ministry called God’s people to repentance in the midst of spiritual compromise, cultural pressure, and coming judgment. As we continue our chronological Bible reading plan, we’ll see Jeremiah’s heart for God’s people—and God’s tender, faithful heart toward His people. Jeremiah’s message is sobering, but it also offers moms a powerful reminder: God alone is the fountain of living water, and nothing the world offers can satisfy our souls. Jeremiah was called by God while he was still young, and his ministry would span the reigns of five kings of Judah. He faithfully proclaimed God’s Word even when his message brought sorrow, rejection, and persecution. This episode is especially for mom ears alone as we consider Jeremiah’s piercing description of sin, idolatry, spiritual compromise, and the consequences of turning away from God. In This Episode, We Explore:Jeremiah’s call to ministry and what moms can learn from his willingness to obey God despite his youthHow God intimately knows and appoints His people for His purposesThe meaning behind Jeremiah’s name and his connection to the priestly town of AnathothWhy Jeremiah is known as the weeping prophetJudah’s spiritual unfaithfulness and pursuit of other sources of satisfactionThe powerful picture of God as the “fountain of living waters”What it means to dig “broken cisterns” that cannot hold waterThe danger of trying to follow both God and the culture around usJeremiah’s call for God’s people to repent and return to the LordHow our hearts can become spiritually hardened or complacentWhat it means to “break up your fallow ground”How parents can help their children become good soil that receives God’s WordThe importance of teaching our children that worldly pleasures provide only temporary satisfactionWhy biblical parenting requires more than outward obedience—it requires hearts that treasure GodHow Jeremiah encourages us to remain faithful to God even when the culture around us is moving in the opposite direction A Powerful Picture for Christian MomsOne of the most memorable images in Jeremiah is the contrast between living water and broken cisterns. God describes His people as having forsaken Him—the fountain of living water—and attempting to satisfy themselves with cisterns that cannot hold water. That picture challenges us to examine our own hearts. Are we looking to Christ for our joy and satisfaction, or are we allowing comfort, possessions, entertainment, success, approval, or the pleasures of our culture to compete for our affection? And as Christian moms, we have the opportunity to help our children recognize the difference. The goal isn't simply to raise children who know the right answers. We want to cultivate hearts that love God's Word, seek Christ, recognize the emptiness of worldly pleasures, and remain faithful when following Jesus is difficult. Jeremiah and Biblical ParentingJeremiah's message gives Christian parents an important reminder: we cannot simply teach our children to avoid the sins of the culture—we must teach them to love the God who is better than everything the culture offers. Just as Jeremiah called Judah to return to the Lord with their whole hearts, we can continually encourage our children to seek God wholeheartedly. We can pray that they would become good soil—receiving God's Word with joy and refusing to allow the pleasures and pressures of this world to choke out their faith. Scripture Highlight“My people have committed two evils: they have forsaken me, the fountain of living waters, and hewed out cisterns for themselves, broken cisterns that can hold no water.”Jeremiah 2:13 Bible ReadingToday's episode focuses on: Jeremiah 1–5Jeremiah's calling and ministryJudah's spiritual unfaithfulnessGod's call to repentanceThe “fountain of living waters” and “broken cisterns”The call to break up fallow ground A Prayer for Christian MomsIn this episode, Stephanie prays that we would be quick to repent, tender toward God's Word, and faithful to remain devoted to Christ rather than being shaped by the culture around us. She also prays that our children would recognize the emptiness of worldly pleasures and learn to seek God as their true source of joy, satisfaction, wisdom, and hope. If you're following a chronological Bible plan, studying the Bible as a busy mom, or looking for encouragement in Christian parenting and biblical motherhood, this episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms will challenge you to examine your own heart and ask where you're looking for satisfaction. God is the fountain of living water. Nothing else can satisfy. Resources Mentioned: Entrusted With a Child's HeartThe Again Podcast: Interview with Chris McKenna Part 1, Part 2Full-Circle Discipline ResourcesJourney Through the Bible Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary

  6. Aug 11

    #157. Zephaniah: The Day of the Lord and A God Who Will Delight in You | Bible for Moms

    Zephaniah: The Day of the Lord, God’s Love, and Hope for Christian Moms | Chronological Bible Plan What does the Bible mean when it talks about the Day of the Lord? And how can a book filled with warnings about judgment ultimately leave us with such incredible hope? In this episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, we continue our chronological Bible reading plan by studying the book of Zephaniah. This short Old Testament book repeatedly warns about the coming Day of the Lord while also pointing forward to the restoration, joy, peace, and salvation that will come through the reign of Jesus Christ. For Christian moms, Zephaniah offers a powerful reminder that God cares about what happens in our hearts and in our homes. He calls His people away from spiritual complacency, cultural compromise, and divided loyalties and invites us to seek Him with humility and wholehearted devotion. And then, after the warnings of judgment, we encounter one of the most beautiful descriptions of God's love in Scripture: “The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love.” — Zephaniah 3:17 In This EpisodeWhat the Day of the Lord means in biblical prophecyWhy Zephaniah's message applies both to Judah's coming judgment and the future judgment of the worldHow Zephaniah's genealogy connects him to King JosiahWhy God judges both pagan nations and His own people when they turn away from HimThe danger of spiritual complacency and becoming stagnant in our faithWhat it means to seek the Lord, righteousness, and humilityHow our culture can influence our desires and compete for our affectionWhy God doesn't want divided allegiance or “syncretism” in our livesThe judgment of Nineveh and the pride behind the declaration, “I am, and there is no one else”Why God's righteous judgment is actually an expression of His justiceThe beautiful restoration promised in Zephaniah 3What Zephaniah teaches us about the coming Messianic KingdomHow suffering and refinement can prepare God's people for steadfast faithWhy Christian moms can find hope in the promise that God is in our midstHow to cultivate humility, repentance, and wholehearted devotion in our families Biblical Parenting: Are We Being Shaped by Our Culture?Zephaniah's warning wasn't only for people who openly rejected God. God also confronted people who tried to worship Him while simultaneously embracing the gods and values of the surrounding culture. That is an important warning for Christian parents today. We live in a culture that constantly tells us what we need to be happy, successful, comfortable, entertained, and fulfilled. As moms, we have the opportunity to help our children recognize when cultural messages are competing with God's Word. Biblical parenting isn't simply teaching our children what not to do. It's teaching them to recognize that Jesus is worthy of their whole hearts. Zephaniah challenges us to examine our own hearts first: Are we spiritually complacent?Do we welcome correction from God's Word?Are we drawing near to God?Are we finding our satisfaction in Christ or in what the culture promises?Are we teaching our children to seek the Lord above everything else? Our children learn not only from what we tell them, but from what they see us treasure. When Judgment Gives Way to HopeZephaniah doesn't end with judgment. It ends with God's people purified, gathered, restored, joyful, and dwelling with their King. God promises a people who are humble and lowly, who seek refuge in His name. He promises to remove their shame, gather the outcast, defeat their enemies, and restore their fortunes. And at the center of that promise is the Lord Himself: “The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save.” — Zephaniah 3:17 The same God who is righteous in judgment is also tender in His love. He rejoices over His people with gladness. For the busy Christian mom who is weary, discouraged, or struggling to remain faithful in a culture that pulls constantly in the opposite direction, this is a beautiful reminder: Jesus is worth waiting for. His reign is worth trusting. And His presence is worth pursuing. Today's Chronological Bible Reading📖 Zephaniah 1–3 This episode is part of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, a Bible podcast created to help Christian women faithfully read and understand God's Word through a chronological Bible reading plan. If you're looking for a Bible podcast for moms, Bible study for Christian moms, biblical parenting encouragement, Christian parenting wisdom, or a way to stay consistent in God's Word while raising your family, join us as we walk through Scripture together. Scripture Focus“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love.”— Zephaniah 3:17Prayer: Lord, make us women who seek You wholeheartedly. Help us recognize the ways our culture competes for our affections, and give us the humility to receive correction from Your Word. Work in our hearts, our husbands, and our children so that we draw near to You rather than becoming spiritually complacent. May our families find their satisfaction in Christ and eagerly await the day when our King reigns in perfect righteousness, peace, and joy. Amen. Listen to The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms and continue your chronological journey through God's Word with us. Resources Mentioned: Entrusted With a Child's HeartThe Again Podcast: Interview with Chris McKenna Part 1, Part 2Full-Circle Discipline ResourcesJourney Through the Bible Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary

  7. Aug 10

    #156. AND: King Josiah's Thorough and Zealous Reforms and How They Inspire Christian Moms | 2 Kings 22-23 + 2 Chronicles 34-35

    King Josiah: Raising Kids Who Follow God | Biblical Parenting & Chronological Bible Reading What can Christian moms learn from a king who began seeking God while he was still a boy? In today’s episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, we continue our chronological Bible reading plan through 2 Kings 22–23 and 2 Chronicles 34–35 and study the remarkable life of King Josiah. Josiah grew up surrounded by ungodly influences. His father, Amon, was wicked, and his grandfather, Manasseh, led Judah into horrific idolatry. Yet Josiah chose to seek the Lord. As a young man, he led a sweeping spiritual reform throughout Judah, destroyed idols and places of false worship, restored the temple, rediscovered the Book of the Law, and led the people back toward obedience to God. For Christian moms, Josiah's story offers powerful encouragement: our children can faithfully follow God even when the culture around them is pulling them in another direction. We can teach our kids that their age does not limit God's ability to use them for His glory. In this episode, we explore:How Josiah sought the Lord while still youngWhy godly parenting matters even when we cannot control the choices our children makeHow Josiah's wicked family heritage did not determine his spiritual legacyThe discovery of the Book of the Law during the restoration of the templeWhy hearing God's Word led Josiah to repentance and actionThe importance of being thorough and zealous in putting sin to deathHow Josiah removed idols and eliminated opportunities for false worshipThe restoration of the Passover and what it teaches us about remembering God's salvationWhy Christian parents should teach children to recognize and reject cultural influences that compete with God's WordThe difficult ending to Josiah's life and what it teaches us about trusting God's sovereigntyWhy obedience does not always come with an earthly blessing or the outcome we expectHow Josiah's life demonstrates that children and teenagers can make a lasting impact for God's kingdom Biblical Parenting: Teaching Our Kids to Follow GodOne of the most encouraging parts of Josiah's story is that God used a young person to accomplish significant things for His glory. Josiah did not wait until he was older to seek the Lord. He didn't allow the wickedness of previous generations to determine his own obedience. And he didn't settle for doing the minimum. When God's Word revealed sin, Josiah responded with humility, repentance, and action. That gives Christian parents an important opportunity: we can encourage our children to pursue Christ wholeheartedly right now. Our goal isn't merely to raise well-behaved children. We want to raise children who know God's Word, love Jesus, recognize sin, repent when they are wrong, and courageously follow God even when doing so is countercultural. A Challenge for Christian MomsJosiah's life causes us to ask: Do I obey God even when He hasn't promised the outcome I want? Am I willing to be thorough and zealous in putting sin to death? Am I teaching my children that they can faithfully follow God regardless of what is happening around them? God's Word does not return void. The seeds we plant through Scripture, prayer, and faithful example can have an impact far beyond what we are able to see. Today's Bible Reading📖 2 Kings 22–23 📖 2 Chronicles 34–35 This episode is part of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, a chronological Bible reading journey designed to help busy Christian women stay in God's Word and understand Scripture in its biblical context. Whether you're following a chronological Bible plan, looking for a Bible podcast for moms, or seeking practical encouragement for Christian parenting and biblical parenting, The Dwelling Place is here to help you faithfully study the Word of God one passage at a time. Scripture Focus“And he did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, and walked in the ways of David his father, and he did not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.” — 2 Chronicles 34:2May we pray that our children will seek the Lord from a young age, refuse to turn aside from His Word, and faithfully follow Him for His glory. Listen, study the Bible, and grow in faith with us on The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms. What can Christian moms learn from a king who began seeking God while he was still a boy? In today’s episode of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, we continue our chronological Bible reading plan through 2 Kings 22–23 and 2 Chronicles 34–35 and study the remarkable life of King Josiah. Josiah grew up surrounded by ungodly influences. His father, Amon, was wicked, and his grandfather, Manasseh, led Judah into horrific idolatry. Yet Josiah chose to seek the Lord. As a young man, he led a sweeping spiritual reform throughout Judah, destroyed idols and places of false worship, restored the temple, rediscovered the Book of the Law, and led the people back toward obedience to God. For Christian moms, Josiah's story offers powerful encouragement: our children can faithfully follow God even when the culture around them is pulling them in another direction. We can teach our kids that their age does not limit God's ability to use them for His glory. In this episode, we explore:How Josiah sought the Lord while still youngWhy godly parenting matters even when we cannot control the choices our children makeHow Josiah's wicked family heritage did not determine his spiritual legacyThe discovery of the Book of the Law during the restoration of the templeWhy hearing God's Word led Josiah to repentance and actionThe importance of being thorough and zealous in putting sin to deathHow Josiah removed idols and eliminated opportunities for false worshipThe restoration of the Passover and what it teaches us about remembering God's salvationWhy Christian parents should teach children to recognize and reject cultural influences that compete with God's WordThe difficult ending to Josiah's life and what it teaches us about trusting God's sovereigntyWhy obedience does not always come with an earthly blessing or the outcome we expectHow Josiah's life demonstrates that children and teenagers can make a lasting impact for God's kingdom Biblical Parenting: Teaching Our Kids to Follow GodOne of the most encouraging parts of Josiah's story is that God used a young person to accomplish significant things for His glory. Josiah did not wait until he was older to seek the Lord. He didn't allow the wickedness of previous generations to determine his own obedience. And he didn't settle for doing the minimum. When God's Word revealed sin, Josiah responded with humility, repentance, and action. That gives Christian parents an important opportunity: we can encourage our children to pursue Christ wholeheartedly right now. Our goal isn't merely to raise well-behaved children. We want to raise children who know God's Word, love Jesus, recognize sin, repent when they are wrong, and courageously follow God even when doing so is countercultural. A Challenge for Christian MomsJosiah's life causes us to ask: Do I obey God even when He hasn't promised the outcome I want? Am I willing to be thorough and zealous in putting sin to death? Am I teaching my children that they can faithfully follow God regardless of what is happening around them? God's Word does not return void. The seeds we plant through Scripture, prayer, and faithful example can have an impact far beyond what we are able to see. Today's Bible Reading📖 2 Kings 22–23 📖 2 Chronicles 34–35 This episode is part of The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms, a chronological Bible reading journey designed to help busy Christian women stay in God's Word and understand Scripture in its biblical context. Whether you're following a chronological Bible plan, looking for a Bible podcast for moms, or seeking practical encouragement for Christian parenting and biblical parenting, The Dwelling Place is here to help you faithfully study the Word of God one passage at a time. Scripture Focus“And he did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, and walked in the ways of David his father, and he did not turn aside to the right hand or to the left.” — 2 Chronicles 34:2May we pray that our children will seek the Lord from a young age, refuse to turn aside from His Word, and faithfully follow Him for His glory. Listen, study the Bible, and grow in faith with us on The Dwelling Place Bible Podcast for Busy Moms. Resources Mentioned: Entrusted With a Child's Hearta...

  8. Aug 7

    #155. Waiting on God When Evil Seems to Win: Lessons from Nahum | Biblical Parenting

    When life feels unfair, where can we find hope? In today's episode of The Dwelling Place, we turn to the short but powerful Book of Nahum as part of our chronological Bible reading plan. Nahum reminds us that God sees the suffering of His people, He cares about injustice, and evil will not have the final word. While Nahum's prophecy specifically announces the coming destruction of Nineveh and the Assyrian Empire, its message reaches much further: earthly powers do not last forever, injustice will ultimately be confronted, and God's people can take refuge in Him. For Christian moms, this passage also gives us an opportunity to consider how we respond when life doesn't seem fair—and how we teach our children to wait well, trust God's timing, endure suffering, and believe that God is good even when we don't understand what He is doing. In This EpisodeWho Nahum was and what his name meansWhy Nahum's message came roughly a century after Jonah's preaching in NinevehThe cruelty and power of the Assyrian EmpireWhy God promised judgment against NinevehWhat Nahum teaches us about God's righteous anger and justiceThe powerful reminder that “The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble”How the destruction of Nineveh fulfilled Nahum's prophecyWhat the fall of Thebes had to do with Assyria's coming judgmentWhy God's patience should never be mistaken for indifference toward evilHow Christian moms can teach children to wait wellWhy a culture of instant gratification makes biblical endurance so importantHow difficult circumstances can become opportunities to grow our children's faith and characterWhy we can trust God's goodness even while we wait for Him to act Nahum and the Christian LifeNahum gives us a picture of a God who is both tender toward His people and fiercely opposed to evil. Sometimes we struggle when we see injustice in the world. We may wonder why God allows suffering to continue or why people who do evil seem to prosper. Nahum reminds us that God sees what we cannot see and that His justice does not fail simply because it does not happen according to our timetable. For moms, this becomes an important lesson in faith and family. Our children will encounter disappointment, injustice, suffering, and long seasons of waiting. We don't want them to believe that life should always be immediate, comfortable, or convenient. Instead, we can teach them to say: God is good. God sees. God is just. And God is worth waiting for. A Challenge for Christian MomsOur culture trains us to expect almost everything immediately. But following Jesus requires patience, perseverance, and trust. How can we intentionally teach our children to wait well? Rather than rescuing them from every uncomfortable circumstance, we can use ordinary opportunities to help them practice patience, trust God's timing, and develop endurance. Because someday our children will leave our homes and encounter suffering and waiting that we cannot remove for them. Our goal isn't to raise children who never experience difficulty. It's to raise children who know where to run when difficulty comes. Bible Passages MentionedNahum 1–3Exodus 34:6–7Psalm 7:11Jonah 3IsaiahNahum 1:7 “The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who take refuge in him.” — Nahum 1:7 Continue Reading the Bible With UsIf you're following a chronological Bible plan, The Dwelling Place is designed to help you understand what you're reading and connect God's Word to everyday life, motherhood, parenting, and your relationship with Jesus. Whether you're a longtime Bible reader or you're trying to build a consistent Bible-reading habit as a busy mom, come dwell with us in God's Word. Follow The Dwelling Place and share this episode with another Christian mom who needs encouragement to trust God while she waits. Resources Mentioned: Entrusted With a Child's HeartThe Again Podcast: Interview with Chris McKenna Part 1, Part 2Full-Circle Discipline Resources Commentaries Most Referenced: Moody Commentary, MacArthur Commentary

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Moms are the busiest people we know! We're equipping Christian moms to dwell with Jesus and then to parent based on the wisdom of The Bible. If you're looking for a way to be consistent in looking to the Word of God this year, join us to make your home all about HIM! This podcast is sponsored by Entrusted Ministries and aligns with the "Entrusted with a Child's Heart" study for moms. Entrusted offers Scripture-saturated resources for churches, home groups, and individuals. If you're looking for in-depth conversations about how to apply The Bible, look for our Again podcast on biblical motherhood!

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