We humans have no idea what His plans are and what is in His heart. So, we need only and daily the guidance of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Today we continue in our 1 Corinthians series by walking through chapter two with our Europe and Israel Director, Kathrin Larsen. She reminds us of the power of Gods Word and the gift of the Holy Spirit as we depend on Him and not our own strength. As we keep in step with Him, we can know how deeply we are loved and that His power is made perfect in our weakness. We can have the mind of Christ!
The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be, visit ChristianParenting.org
ABOUT OUR GUEST
After 20 years of praying with Moms in Prayer, Kathrin Larsen has seen God move countless times and can joyfully testify that He faithfully answers prayer. Kathrin currently serves as the Moms in Prayer International Director of Europe and Israel and oversees the ministry and leadership teams in 47 countries. Kathrin and her husband of 36 years have three adult children, one son-in-law, and three adorable grandchildren. They reside in beautiful Switzerland.
SCRIPTURES
Teach us to number our days,
that we may gain a heart of wisdom. Psalm 90:12 NIV
For who knows a person's thoughts except the spirit of that person, which is in him? So also no one comprehends the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God. 1 Corinthians 2:11 ESV
But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. James 3:17 ESV
But, as it is written,
What no eye has seen, nor ear heard,
nor the heart of man imagined,
what God has prepared for those who love him 1 Corinthians 2:9
You have made them a little lower than the angels
and crowned them with glory and honor.
You made them rulers over the works of your hands;
you put everything under their[g] feet:
all flocks and herds,
and the animals of the wild,
the birds in the sky,
and the fish in the sea,
all that swim the paths of the seas.
Lord, our Lord,
how majestic is your name in all the earth! Psalm 8:5-9 NIV
LINKS
MOMS IN PRAYER
How do we live this truth out? Stay humble before the Lord. Boast in Him. Anything good that comes out of us is because of God. God is the Victorious One who willingly works in and through us. We can trust Him for the victory! Today we welcome back our President, Sally Burke, to kick off our new podcast series, 1 Corinthians: Victorious in Motherhood. We dig in to chapter one and remember that as we keep our eyes fixed on Him and His Word, we CAN live a victorious life. God is for you!
The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.org
ABOUT OUR GUESTS
Sally Burkes introduction to the ministry in 1990 was life changing. Compelled by joy and the hope God gave as she prayed with others for her children and their schools, Sally began to reach out and share with other momsfirst as a Moms in Prayer group leader, then area coordinator for her hometown of Temecula, California, and later as regional coordinator for Riverside County. In 2008, Sally became the Director of Field Ministry at Moms in Prayer headquarters, overseeing ministry expansion worldwide. Today, in her role as President of Moms in Prayer International, her vision remains unchanged, that more children and schools and moms might experience Gods life-changing answers to prayer. Sally is also an international speaker, teacher and author of Raise Them Up, Start with Praise, Unshaken and the Unshaken Study Guide.
As a child growing up in Florida, Sally was fascinated with the space program and began her career as a space shuttle engineer with a Master of Science in Management. After her marriage and the birth of two children, Sally and her husband came to faith in Christ, and Moms in Prayer soon became a top priority. She and husband, Ed, now have four grown children, two sons-in-law, two daughters-in-law and five grandchildren. In her leisure time, youll find Sally on a walk/run, curled up with a good book or enjoying the company of friends.
SCRIPTURES
And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:6 ESV
that they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. John 17:21 ESV
For what I received I passed on to you as of first importance[a]: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, 4 that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 NIV
But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:57-58 ESV
The heart is deceitful above all things,
and desperately sick;
who can understand it? Jeremiah 17:9
or all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, Romans 3:23 ESV
LINKS
BOOKS
Raise Them Up: Praying Gods Word Over Your Kids
Start with Praise: Living Empowered Through Prayer
Unshaken: Experience the Power and Peace of a Life of Prayer
MOMS IN PRAYER
The culture around us puts many good things around us, but a lot of times we let them crowd out the most important thinghelping our kids seek God through His Word. Elizabeth Urbanowicz, CEO of Foundation Worldview, helps us as Christian parents to equip our children in the Word of God and to carefully discern every idea they encounter. She shares proactive tools we can use to do this as busy moms and how to incorporate them into our childrens day. We dont have to be fearful about what our kids are facing. They can learn how to think critically and biblically.
The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.org
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Elizabeth Urbanowicz is a follower of Jesus Christ and passionate about equipping kids to understand the truth of the Christian worldview. She holds a B.S. in Elementary Education and Spanish, an M.S.Ed in Literacy Education, and an M.A. in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. Elizabeth began her professional career as an elementary teacher in a Christian school. Several years into her teaching experience, she realized that despite being raised in Christian homes, attending a Christian school, and being active in church, her students thought more like the culture than like Christ. She created curricular materials that would equip her students to think critically, helping them discover that Christianity is the worldview that lines up with reality. Elizabeth now works full-time on developing comparative worldview and apologetics resources for children. Her goal is to prepare the next generation to be lifelong critical thinkers and, most importantly, lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ.
SCRIPTURES
But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:57-58 ESV
LINKS
Foundation Worldview (use MOMSINPRAYER10 for $10 off a family license of any curriculum)
MOMS IN PRAYER
New to Moms in Prayer? How to get started
We really can walk free of mom guilt. We can take anything we are struggling with to the Lord. Bestselling author, speaker, and co-founder of Risen Motherhood, Emily Jensen, shares about the freedom that is found in Christ when we live open handed in our motherhood. It is easy to compare and not feel like we are doing enough, but God has a great plan for you exactly where He has you. He wants to help you live an abundant life and be the mom He created YOU to be!
The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.org
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Emily A. Jensen is the cofounder and content director of Risen Motherhood, a global non-profit ministry providing gospel-centered hope to moms. She co-hosts a top-rated podcast and is the coauthor of the bestselling book Risen Motherhood. Emily also wrote He is Strong, a devotional offering biblical encouragement for women in their moments of weakness. She occasionally speaks at conferences and lives in lowa with her husband and five children. Passionate about her work, Emily also enjoys exploring personal style, beauty, and finding delight in simple things. You can find her at emilyajensen.com or @emilyajensen on Instagram.
SCRIPTURES
What I mean is that each one of you says, I follow Paul, or I follow Apollos, or I follow Cephas, or I follow Christ. Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul? 1 Corinthians 1:12-13 ESV
LINKS
BOOKS
Gospel Mom: How to Make Biblical Decisions & Discover the Mom God Created You to Be
Becoming A Gospel Mom: A Workbook
He Is Strong: Devotions for When You Feel Weak
Risen Motherhood: Gospel Hope for Everyday Moments
A Million Tiny Moments: Reflections to Refresh a Mom's Spirit
MOMS IN PRAYER
I realize how frail the flesh can be, how strong temptation can be. The fact that God would not only forgive me, but choose to use me is a daily reminder of His grace. Todays special guest is Max Lucado. Max is a pastor, teacher, and Americas best-selling inspirational author. He is here to talk about Gods grace, mercy and relentless love through the story of Jacob in the Bible. God offers us lavish grace even when we dont deserve it.
The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.org
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Max Lucado is a pastor, speaker, and best-selling author who, in his own words, writes books for people who dont read books. He serves the people of Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, and his message is for the hurting, the guilty, the lonely, and the discouraged: God loves you; let Him.
As a writer, Max is known for combining poetic storytelling and homespun humor with the heart of a pastor. Maxs books have sold more than 145 million copies in over 50 languages worldwide. He published On the Anvil, his first book, in 1985. His 44th book, Help Is Here, was released in 2022. Maxs books regularly appear on bestseller lists, including The New York Times. His writing has also been featured in Bible studies, Bible commentaries, songs, greeting cards, and even plush toys. He is the recipient of the 2021 ECPA Pinnacle Award for his outstanding contribution to the publishing industry.
Max and Denalyn now live in San Antonio, Texas. They have three grown daughters, three sons-in-law, and two grandchildren.
SCRIPTURES
The Lord said to her, Two nations are in your womb, and two peoples from within you will be separated; one people will be stronger than the other, and the older will serve the younger. Genesis 25:23 NIV
For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. Ephesians 2:8-9 ESV
So Jacob served seven years for Rachel, and they seemed to him but a few days because of the love he had for her. Genesis 29:20 ESV
Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. Galatians 6:7-8 ESV
You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 Timothy 2:1 NIV
LINKS
BOOKS
You Are Special (Childrens Book)
MOMS IN PRAYER
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