The Pray Plan Parent Podcast

Diane Eddlemon
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Pray Plan Parent helps busy Christian moms disciple their children with biblical wisdom, faith-based parenting tips, and time management strategies. Your host, Diane, shares practical ways to build a Christ-centered home through family devotions, Bible memory, prayer routines, and godly discipline. If you’re seeking intentional discipleship, habit stacking for faith, and scripture-based parenting, this podcast equips you to nurture your child’s spiritual growth. Tune in and start raising kids who love and follow Jesus!

  1. 05/22/2025

    Episode 15: Wave 5: The Evening Wind-Down – How Christian Moms Can Create Calm, Connection, and Order Before Bedtime

    Feeling frazzled at 5:00 p.m. and wondering how you’ll make it to bedtime without losing your mind—or your keys? In this episode of the Pray Plan Parent podcast, we’re diving into Wave 5 of the Wave Time Management System: The Evening Wind-Down—a calming, intentional transition from the busyness of the day into peace, connection, and family-centered routines. This episode is packed with real-life tips for Christian moms who want to ditch chaotic evenings and instead create a nightly rhythm that honors God and blesses their families. We’ll chat about: 💙 The importance of evening transitions in a Christian home🍽️ Making dinnertime meaningful (even when it’s frozen pizza!)📖 Easy ways to incorporate family prayer and Bible study🎒 How to prep for the next day with less stress and more peace🧹 The “family tidy-up” that brings order and calm in under 10 minutes💡 Creating restful routines that help you and your kids sleep better Whether you’re a homeschool mom, working mom, or somewhere in between, this episode offers a lighthearted but powerful reminder that evenings don’t have to be chaotic—they can be sacred. You’ll walk away with practical evening routines that make mornings smoother and bring a sense of shalom to your home. Join me, Diane, your fellow faith-filled mama and planner-loving friend, as we laugh, relate, and remember that God is with us—even in the laundry piles and lunchbox prep.

    16 min

  2. 05/20/2025

    Episode 14: Wave 4 - Power Boost | Midday Reset for Christian Moms How to Boost Energy and Focus with God’s Help

    Feeling drained by lunchtime? In this episode of Pray Plan Parent, Diane shares a powerful midday routine designed specifically for busy Christian moms. Learn how to implement a “Power Boost” wave in your day to reclaim your energy, refocus your priorities, and partner with God to finish your day strong. Whether you’re managing homeschool, errands, or work-from-home tasks, this episode offers practical time stewardship tips and spiritual encouragement to keep you grounded and energized. We’ll cover: How to invite God into your midday slump Simple strategies to recharge mentally, physically, and spiritually The secret to planning afternoon tasks with purpose Biblical encouragement for overwhelmed moms 🔔 Subscribe for more faith-based time management tips for moms!

    18 min

  3. 05/10/2025

    Episode 13: Wave 3: Midday Flow — Stay Focused & Faithful When the Day Starts to Dip

    Mama, what happens after your morning momentum begins to fade? If you're anything like most moms, midday can feel like a crash zone — mentally, physically, emotionally. Welcome to Wave 3: The Midday Flow — the crucial pivot point in the Wave Time Management System where faith meets flexibility and you learn to move with grace, not guilt. In this episode, Diane teaches you how to reclaim the midday slump and transform it into a period of restorative rhythm, rooted in your God-given energy cycle and responsibilities as a mom. ☀️ Here’s what you’ll learn in Wave 3: Midday Flow: ✅ Why the midday energy dip is normal — especially for women and moms juggling multiple roles✅ How to recognize and work with your body’s circadian rhythm and hormone shifts instead of pushing through burnout✅ Biblical strategies to pause, pray, pivot — and prepare for the rest of your day✅ Real-life examples of midday functional flows: lunch prep, school transitions, toddler naps, business breaks, or reset routines✅ Ways to practice mindful presence and servant-hearted stewardship with your home, family, and faith during this flow 🌿 This is not the time to expect superhuman productivity. It’s the bridge between your morning hustle and afternoon focus. It’s a sacred space where you can rest, reset, and reconnect with your “why” — so you don’t lose heart halfway through your day. Grounded in Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Wave 3 reminds us: there is a time to rest and a time to work. The Midday Flow is about intentional pacing, allowing you to show up for what matters most — not in exhaustion, but in alignment with God’s design for your life. ✨ Whether you’re driving kids to co-op, fixing lunch, taking a walk, or praying over your planner, Wave 3 invites you to breathe deeply and walk in God’s peace during the most overlooked part of the day. 🎁 Grab your free Time Wave & Functional Flow Worksheet to track your energy and daily rhythms in real time → [Insert your opt-in/download link] 👩‍👧‍👦 This episode is for Christian moms who crave rhythm over chaos, grace over grind, and alignment over anxiety. Don’t miss this empowering talk on the wave that keeps your day flowing and your spirit focused. 🎧 Subscribe, share, and leave a review so more moms can find rest and renewal through the Wave Time System!

    21 min

  4. 05/08/2025

    Episode 12: Wave 2: Productivity Peak — Maximize Your God-Given Energy for Kingdom Impact

    Mama, what if you stopped fighting the clock and started flowing with the natural rhythm God designed in your body and mind? Welcome to Wave 2: Productivity Peak — the second wave in the transformational Wave Time Management System designed specifically for Christian moms seeking peace, purpose, and productivity. This episode is for the mom who’s tired of spinning her wheels, drowning in distractions, and never quite “catching up.” It’s time to reclaim your day with clarity, calling, and Christ at the center. 🔥 In this episode, Diane shows you how to: ✅ Identify your peak energy window — usually mid-morning — when your focus, clarity, and strength align✅ Leverage your circadian rhythm and hormonal cycles for peak performance✅ Tackle the “big tasks” God has put on your heart: from homeschooling and home management to writing, serving, or building your business✅ Stop feeling guilty for needing rest outside your peak hours — and start owning the powerful burst of time when you thrive✅ Use faith-fueled productivity to work with God instead of working for results Whether you’re growing a business during nap time, leading a homeschool morning, or simply trying to get a handle on dishes and laundry — this is the Wave of Activation. It’s not about hustle. It’s about Holy Spirit-aligned action. 🌊 Rooted in Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Diane reminds us: there is a time to plant, and a time to reap. Wave 2 is your planting time. It's your time to build, to do, to steward your resources and responsibilities — without burnout. 💛 Practical, grace-filled, and deeply grounded in Scripture, this episode will equip you to make the most of your Productivity Peak — not just for your schedule, but for your soul. 🎁 Download the free Time Wave & Functional Flow Worksheet to map your productivity around your energy flow → [Insert your opt-in/download link] ✨ Ready to stop reacting to your day and start co-laboring with God in your purpose? Let’s dive into the most powerful time of day — Wave 2: The Productivity Peak. 🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review! Let’s help more Christian moms walk in purpose without the pressure.

    24 min

  5. 05/06/2025

    Episode 11: Wave 1: Morning Renewal — Start Your Day with Jesus, Peace, & Purpose

    Mamas, your morning sets the tone for everything. If you’re waking up overwhelmed, running on fumes, and skipping quiet time with the Lord because of a chaotic household — this episode is for you. In today’s deeply encouraging and practical show, Diane walks you through Wave 1: Morning Renewal, the first rhythm in her groundbreaking Wave Time Management System designed by a Christian mom, for Christian moms. 🌅 In this episode, you’ll discover: ✨ Why your first wave of the day matters more than any to-do list ✨ How to begin your day with intention, grace, and spiritual clarity ✨ The power of faith-filled morning routines that include Bible reading, prayer, worship, gratitude journaling, and mindset preparation ✨ Why your body, mind, and soul crave rhythm over rush — and how to create that sacred space in your morning ✨ How Morning Renewal aligns with your natural energy cycle, hormonal rhythms (even during pregnancy or postpartum), and your soul’s longing for peace ✨ Gentle, spirit-led habits that serve you — not shame you From stretching in prayerful stillness to sipping coffee with your Bible in hand, this episode isn’t about hustle — it’s about holy renewal. You’ll also hear how even 15 intentional minutes in the morning can radically shift your attitude, relationships, parenting, and productivity. 🌿 Rooted in Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, we’ll talk about how there truly is a time for everything — and morning is your time for connection, clarity, and communion with God before the waves of the day rush in. 💡 Whether you’re in a newborn season or navigating teen schedules, you’ll leave this episode with a Morning Renewal routine that’s flexible, grace-filled, and completely transformational. 🎁 Grab your FREE Time Wave & Functional Flow Printable to map out your Morning Renewal time → [Insert your opt-in/download link] 💛 Want to be more consistent in your faith and more peaceful in your parenting? Start with Wave 1. Your family will feel the difference — and so will you. 📲 Don’t forget to subscribe, review, and share this episode with a mama friend who needs this gentle, faith-fueled rhythm too!

    32 min

  6. 05/03/2025

    Episode 10: Discover the Wave Time System for Faith-Fueled Productivity & Peace | Introduction to the Wave Time Stewardship System Series

    Feeling frazzled, stretched too thin, or stuck in survival mode? You’re not alone, Mama — and there’s a better way! In this powerful kickoff episode, Diane introduces the revolutionary Wave Time Management System — a faith-based time rhythm for moms designed to help you stop drowning in to-do lists and start flowing in God's grace, energy, and purpose. ✨ Say goodbye to rigid time blocking and hello to time waves and functional flows — a unique, spirit-led planning method that aligns with your natural energy levels, your family’s real-life demands, and your deep desire to walk closely with the Lord. In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ What the Wave Time System is and why it works (even if other planners failed you) ✅ How to manage your time without guilt, burnout, or hustle ✅ The 6 Daily Waves and how they mirror your God-designed rhythms ✅ How this system honors your role as a mom, woman of God, and kingdom builder ✅ An intro to the 5 Functional Flows that streamline your home, relationships, and work ✅ How the Bible (Ecclesiastes 3:1-8) affirms this graceful, seasonal way of living Whether you're a busy stay-at-home mom, a work-from-home entrepreneur, or somewhere in between, this episode will encourage and equip you to live with peace, productivity, and purpose. 🎧 Tune in now to embrace rhythms that restore your soul and steward your season — one faithful wave at a time! 🔗 PLUS: Grab your free Time Wave & Functional Flow Printable Workbook to follow along → [Insert your link here] #ChristianMomPodcast #FaithBasedTimeManagement #MomLifeBalance #BiblicalProductivity #TimeManagementForMoms #ChristianEntrepreneurMom #ChristianPlanner #MomDevotional #OverwhelmedMomHelp #PrayPlanParent #WaveTimeSystem

    27 min

  7. 04/29/2025

    Episode 9: How to Plan a Meaningful Summer with Your Kids: Faith-Filled Routines, Rest, and Connection

    Are you wondering how to make the most of your summer as a Christian mom—without the stress and overwhelm? In this encouraging episode of Pray Plan Parent, we're talking all about how to plan a purposeful summer with your children before school even lets out. Diane shares practical tips, biblical encouragement, and a simple approach to creating Christ-centered summer routines that invite more connection, rest, and spiritual growth. Whether you’re craving a slower rhythm, more intentional time in God’s Word, or just want to ditch the chaotic summer hustle, this episode will help you plan ahead with peace and purpose. You’ll learn: How to reflect on last summer with prayerful insight What it means to invite God into your summer schedule Easy ways to set faith-filled goals as a family Bible verses to motivate you to work with joy and intention ✨ It’s not about perfection—it’s about being present, prayerful, and prepared.

    24 min

  8. 04/24/2025

    Episode 8: How Busy Christian Moms Can Make Time for Bible Study and Hear God’s Voice Daily

    Are you a busy Christian mom longing for time with God but struggling to fit Bible study into your daily routine? In this encouraging episode of Pray Plan Parent, host Diane shares practical tips and spiritual insight to help you prioritize daily Bible study for yourself —even in the midst of motherhood chaos. Learn how to hear God’s voice, experience His peace, and create a simple yet powerful Bible study routine that refreshes your soul and deepens your faith. You’ll discover: How to create a quiet time routine that fits your mom life Why daily Bible reading for moms isn’t just important—it’s life-giving Simple, grace-filled ways to hear from God through Scripture and prayer How to overcome common obstacles like time, guilt, and distraction Whether you're nursing a baby, homeschooling toddlers, or or squeezing in five minutes alone in the car while shuttling your teens around, you can grow spiritually and connect with God in meaningful ways every day. 📖 Key Bible Verses Included: Matthew 4:4 – "Man shall not live by bread alone..." 1 Kings 19:11–12 – God speaks in the whisper Psalm 1:2–3 – A tree planted by streams of water 🔎 Keywords this episode speaks to:Christian moms Bible study, quiet time with God, how to study the Bible as a mom, spiritual growth for moms, Christian parenting podcast, hearing God’s voice, simple Bible study for busy moms, faith-based routines, Scripture for moms, daily Bible study routine 🌿 Reflection questions + a peaceful closing prayer are included to help you apply what you hear. ✨ Free Resource Mentioned:👉 Download the PREPARE Bible Study Worksheet – A simple, mom-friendly way to connect with God daily.💌 Want more tips for growing in faith while raising your kids? Join the Pray Plan Parent email list for Bible study prompts, routines, and devotionals made for moms. If this episode blessed you, be sure to:✅ Subscribe✅ Leave a review✅ Share it with a fellow Christian mama who needs encouragement

    17 min
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Pray Plan Parent helps busy Christian moms disciple their children with biblical wisdom, faith-based parenting tips, and time management strategies. Your host, Diane, shares practical ways to build a Christ-centered home through family devotions, Bible memory, prayer routines, and godly discipline. If you’re seeking intentional discipleship, habit stacking for faith, and scripture-based parenting, this podcast equips you to nurture your child’s spiritual growth. Tune in and start raising kids who love and follow Jesus!

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