Raising Rices

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Building Households that serve the LORD

  1. 2d ago

    Overwhelmed Mom? Renew Your Mind and Find Peace in Motherhood | Featuring Alicia Bennett

    Why do so many Christian moms feel overwhelmed, discouraged, and emotionally exhausted—even when they love the Lord and desire to faithfully serve their families? In this episode of Raising Rices, Marissa sits down with Christian motherhood mentor Alicia Bennett, founder of Mobilizer Mom, to have an honest conversation about the mental load of motherhood, the lies that quietly steal our peace, and how renewing our minds with God's truth transforms the atmosphere of our homes. Together they discuss: • Why summer often feels overwhelming for moms • The difference between guilt, conviction, and unnecessary pressure • How our thoughts shape the atmosphere of our homes • Why biblical rhythms and routines matter—but aren't enough by themselves • Finding your identity in Christ instead of your performance as a mother • Practical ways to renew your mind through Scripture and lead your family with greater peace If you've ever felt like you're failing as a mom, this conversation will remind you that God's grace is sufficient and that lasting transformation begins by allowing Him to renew your mind. Connect with Alicia Bennett Website: www.MobilizerMom.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/MobilizerMom Facebook: www.Facebook.com/MobilizerMom 🎁 Free Gift for Raising Rices Listeners Download Alicia's Peaceful Mom Reset here: https://mobilizermom.myflodesk.com/reset Thank you for listening to Raising Rices! Don't forget to subscribe because exciting things are coming! In the coming months, Raising Rices will officially become The Heritage Household, where we'll continue equipping families to build intentional, Christ-centered homes for generations to come. You'll also begin hearing more about The Heritage Household Blueprint—a comprehensive course designed to help you establish biblical discipleship, practical household systems, purposeful family rhythms, and a long-term vision for building a home that serves the Lord. Until next time, keep building a home that points your family to Christ.

    46 min

  2. 3d ago

    Biblical Womanhood & the Fear of the Lord | The Foundation of the Proverbs 31 Woman

    In this episode of the More Than Virtue podcast, we arrive at what many consider the most important verse in the entire Proverbs 31 passage: Proverbs 31:30 "Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised." After studying the diligence, wisdom, stewardship, kindness, and faithfulness of the Proverbs 31 woman, we discover the foundation beneath it all: The fear of the Lord. This verse reminds us that biblical womanhood is not ultimately about appearance, productivity, perfection, or achievement. It is about a heart that reveres God, trusts His Word, and seeks to honor Him in every area of life. In a culture obsessed with beauty, success, and outward appearances, Scripture calls Christian women to something deeper and more lasting. In this episode, we'll discuss: ✔️ What it means to fear the Lord ✔️ Why Proverbs 31:30 is the key to understanding the entire chapter ✔️ The difference between worldly beauty and biblical beauty ✔️ Why charm and appearance cannot sustain a life of purpose ✔️ How the fear of the Lord produces wisdom and faithfulness ✔️ Finding freedom from perfectionism and cultural pressure ✔️ Building a life that is rooted in Christ instead of comparison Whether you are a wife, mother, homemaker, homeschool mom, or simply a woman seeking to grow in biblical womanhood, this episode will encourage you to pursue what God values most. 🌿 Exciting Changes Are Coming This Fall As mentioned in this episode, something exciting is happening. The Raising Rices Podcast is transitioning into The Heritage Household Podcast. The mission remains the same at its core: helping families build households that serve the Lord. Through The Heritage Household, we'll continue exploring: Christian homemaking Biblical marriage Family discipleship Parenting with purpose Homeschooling Hospitality Legacy building Raising households that serve the Lord for generations Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss this exciting new chapter. 📖 Continue the Study 📱 eBook More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://raisingrices.com/product/more-than-virtue-the-gospel-in-her-work-worth-ebook/ 📚 Amazon Paperback More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://a.co/d/0aJ50tQ2 💛 Connect With Me 🌐 RaisingRices.com Subscribe for weekly encouragement on: Biblical womanhood Christian motherhood Homemaking Marriage Family discipleship Homeschooling Legacy-focused living 🔍 SEO Keywords Proverbs 31 woman, Proverbs 31 explained, biblical womanhood, fear of the Lord, Christian women, Christian motherhood, biblical femininity, Christian homemaking, Christian wife, Christian family, biblical beauty, Proverbs 31 study, Christian living, gospel-centered womanhood, Christian podcast, stay at home mom encouragement, Christian discipleship, biblical motherhood, Christian homemaker, fear God and keep His commandments

    13 min

  3. 3d ago

    Biblical Womanhood & True Excellence | Why Faithfulness Matters More Than Perfection

    In this episode of the More Than Virtue podcast, we explore Proverbs 31:29: "Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all." At first glance, this verse can sound like a competition among women. But when we look closer, we discover a beautiful truth: biblical excellence is not about outperforming others. It is about faithfully living out the calling God has given you. In a world filled with comparison, social media pressure, and unrealistic expectations, many Christian women feel like they are constantly falling behind. Yet Scripture offers a better way. God is not calling you to be the best woman. He is calling you to be a faithful woman. In this episode, we discuss: ✔️ What Proverbs 31:29 really means ✔️ Why comparison steals joy and contentment ✔️ The difference between excellence and perfectionism ✔️ How social media impacts Christian women and mothers ✔️ Why faithfulness is God's measure of success ✔️ Embracing your unique season and calling ✔️ Finding freedom from the pressure to do it all Whether you are a wife, mother, homemaker, homeschool mom, or simply a woman seeking to walk faithfully with Christ, this episode will encourage you to stop comparing and start pursuing God's definition of success. 🌿 Exciting Things Are Coming This Fall As mentioned in this episode, something exciting is happening this fall. The Raising Rices Podcast is transitioning into The Heritage Household Podcast. Our mission is growing beyond parenting and into helping families build households that serve the Lord for generations. The Heritage Household will focus on: Biblical homemaking Christian marriage Family discipleship Homeschooling Parenting with purpose Legacy building Raising households that serve the Lord Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss the transition and all the exciting resources coming this fall. 📖 Continue the Study 📱 eBook More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://raisingrices.com/product/more-than-virtue-the-gospel-in-her-work-worth-ebook/ 📚 Amazon Paperback More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://a.co/d/0aJ50tQ2 💛 Connect With Me 🌐 RaisingRices.com Subscribe for weekly encouragement on: Christian motherhood Biblical womanhood Homemaking Family discipleship Marriage Homeschooling Legacy-focused living 🔍 Keywords Proverbs 31 woman, biblical womanhood, Christian women, Proverbs 31 explained, Christian motherhood, homemaking encouragement, Christian wife, Christian homemaker, comparison trap, social media comparison, biblical excellence, faithfulness over perfection, Christian living, gospel-centered womanhood, Proverbs 31 study, Christian family, Christian podcast, homeschool mom encouragement, biblical femininity, biblical motherhood

    12 min

  4. Jun 22

    Christian Motherhood & Family Legacy | The Fruit of Faithful Parenting (Proverbs 31:28)

    In this episode of the More Than Virtue podcast, we explore Proverbs 31:28: "Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her." This beautiful verse gives us a glimpse into the fruit of faithful motherhood, biblical parenting, and long-term discipleship. In a world focused on quick results and instant success, Scripture reminds us that raising children is a long game. The seeds we plant through prayer, discipleship, consistency, and love often bear fruit years later. If you've ever felt weary in motherhood, overwhelmed by parenting, or discouraged by slow growth, this episode is for you. Together we'll discuss: ✔️ What it means for children to "rise up and call her blessed" ✔️ Why faithful parenting is more important than perfect parenting ✔️ The importance of winning your child's heart ✔️ Raising children who love the Lord and value family ✔️ The long-term vision of Christian motherhood ✔️ How biblical discipleship shapes future generations ✔️ Trusting God with the fruit while remaining faithful in the work This episode is an encouragement to Christian mothers, homeschool moms, homemakers, and women who desire to build a family legacy rooted in Christ. 🌿 Looking Ahead As I share in this episode, exciting things are coming this fall. The Raising Rices Podcast is preparing to become The Heritage Household Podcast. Our vision is expanding beyond parenting alone and into helping families build households that serve the Lord for generations. The Heritage Household will focus on: Christian homemaking Biblical marriage Family discipleship Homeschooling Parenting with purpose Legacy building Raising households that serve the Lord Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss the transition. 📖 Continue the Study 📱 More Than Virtue eBook More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://raisingrices.com/product/more-than-virtue-the-gospel-in-her-work-worth-ebook/ 📚 Paperback on Amazon More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://a.co/d/0aJ50tQ2 💛 Connect With Me 🌐 Website: RaisingRices.com 🎙️ Subscribe for weekly encouragement on: Christian motherhood Biblical homemaking Family discipleship Marriage Homeschooling Legacy-focused living 🔍 Keywords Christian motherhood, biblical parenting, Proverbs 31 woman, Proverbs 31 explained, family legacy, Christian parenting, raising godly children, motherhood encouragement, homeschool mom, biblical motherhood, Christian family, discipleship in the home, family discipleship, parenting teenagers, parenting toddlers, Christian homemaker, legacy building, Proverbs 31 study, raising children who love Jesus, faithful motherhood, Christian women podcast

    21 min

  5. Jun 15

    Biblical Homemaking & Stewardship | What Proverbs 31 Teaches About Managing Your Home

    In this episode of the More Than Virtue podcast, we explore Proverbs 31:27: "She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness." What does it mean to truly steward a home well? In a culture filled with distraction, busyness, and overwhelm, the Proverbs 31 woman offers a powerful example of intentional living. She is attentive to the needs of her family, diligent in her responsibilities, and faithful in the calling God has given her. This episode is not about perfection. It's about biblical stewardship, wise homemaking, and building a household that thrives spiritually, emotionally, and practically. In this episode you'll learn: ✔️ What Proverbs 31 teaches about managing a home ✔️ The difference between stewardship and control ✔️ How biblical homemaking provides stability and peace ✔️ Why intentional family leadership matters ✔️ The danger of drift in marriage, parenting, and family culture ✔️ How to build rhythms that help your household flourish ✔️ Why faithfulness matters more than perfection Whether you're a stay-at-home mom, homeschool mom, homemaker, wife, or simply seeking to build a Christ-centered home, this episode will encourage you to embrace your calling with wisdom and purpose. Continue the Study Go deeper with the More Than Virtue study: 📱 eBook More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://raisingrices.com/product/more-than-virtue-the-gospel-in-her-work-worth-ebook/ 📚 Paperback on Amazon More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://a.co/d/0aJ50tQ2 Exciting Things Are Coming This Fall Over the coming months, you'll begin hearing more about an exciting transition happening here. The Raising Rices Podcast is becoming The Heritage Household Podcast. Our vision is growing beyond parenting alone and into helping families build households that serve the Lord for generations. The Heritage Household will focus on: Christian homemaking Biblical marriage Parenting and discipleship Family culture Homeschooling Legacy building Creating households rooted in Christ Make sure you're subscribed so you don't miss what's coming next. Connect With Me 🌐 Website: RaisingRices.com 🎙️ Subscribe to the podcast 📚 Read More Than Virtue 📩 Share this episode with a friend who is building a Christ-centered home

    30 min

  6. Apr 21

    Biblical Homemaking & Work | The Proverbs 31 Woman and Fruitful Living at Home

    In this episode of the More Than Virtue podcast, we explore Proverbs 31:24 and what it reveals about biblical homemaking, productivity, and purposeful work. The Proverbs 31 woman is not idle—she is intentional, creative, and fruitful. She works with her hands, produces something of value, and extends that work beyond her home in a way that blesses others. But what does this look like for women today? How do we balance homemaking and productive work without falling into pressure, comparison, or burnout? And how can we ensure our work flows from wisdom and stewardship, not striving or identity-seeking? In this episode, we talk about: What Proverbs 31 teaches about working from home with purpose The difference between working from overflow vs. working from pressure How a woman’s work can bless both her household and others Finding balance between home responsibilities and outward productivity Why your value is not found in what you produce—but in who you are in Christ How to steward your skills, time, and creativity in a way that honors God Whether you are a stay-at-home mom, homemaker, or building something from home, this episode will encourage you to pursue faithful, fruitful work without losing sight of what matters most. 📖 Continue the Study If you’re following along in this Proverbs 31 series, you can go deeper with my book: 👉 More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://a.co/d/0fMpNYRc This book walks verse-by-verse through Proverbs 31, helping women move from cultural pressure to gospel-centered purpose and biblical womanhood. 💛 Stay Connected Subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes Share this episode with a friend who is balancing home and work Visit RaisingRices.com for more Christian homemaking, family discipleship, and encouragement

    13 min

  7. Apr 20

    Family Worship: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Start in Your Home

    What is family worship—and why do so many Christian families struggle to make it a consistent part of their home? In this episode of Raising Rices, Marissa walks through the biblical purpose of family worship and how it serves as a foundation for raising children in the knowledge and fear of the Lord. Many parents desire a Christ-centered home but feel unsure where to begin. This conversation brings clarity, encouragement, and practical guidance for building simple, faithful rhythms of worship within your family. In this episode, you’ll learn: What family worship is (and what it is not) Why discipleship in the home cannot be replaced by church attendance The role of parents in leading their children spiritually How to start family worship in a simple and sustainable way What this can look like with young children, older children, or a full household Family worship does not need to be complicated or perfect—it needs to be consistent and rooted in God’s Word. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, behind, or unsure how to lead your family spiritually, this episode will help you take your first steps with confidence and purpose. Be sure to subscribe to Raising Rices for more conversations on Christian parenting, family discipleship, homeschooling, and building a Christ-centered home.

    49 min

  8. Apr 14

    Are You Building Up or Tearing Down Your Husband? (Proverbs 31 Truth)

    In this episode of the More Than Virtue podcast, we walk through Proverbs 31:23 and explore the powerful connection between a godly wife, a strong marriage, and a respected husband. “Her husband is known in the gates…” — this verse gives us a glimpse into how a woman’s faithfulness in the home impacts far more than just her daily tasks. It shapes the strength, confidence, and leadership of her husband and ultimately the direction of her entire family. In a culture that often promotes competition, independence, and self-focus, Scripture calls us to something far more beautiful: a marriage built on respect, support, and unity. In this episode, we talk about: What it means for a husband to be “known in the gates” The biblical role of a wife in strengthening—not competing with—her husband How respect and support create stability in the home The difference between godly influence and control Why marriage is designed as a family team, not a rivalry How your words, tone, and presence shape your husband’s leadership Whether you are newly married or have been a wife for many years, this episode will encourage you to see your role through a biblical lens—one that brings strength, peace, and lasting impact. 📖 Continue the Study If you’re following along in this Proverbs 31 series, you can go deeper with my book: 👉 More Than Virtue: The Gospel in Her Work and Worth https://a.co/d/0fMpNYRc This book walks verse-by-verse through Proverbs 31, helping women move from cultural pressure to gospel-centered purpose and biblical womanhood. 💛 Stay Connected Subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes Share this episode with a wife or friend who would be encouraged Visit RaisingRices.com for more Christian homemaking, marriage, and family discipleship resources

    20 min
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Building Households that serve the LORD

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    RaisingRices
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
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