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Only Love Today-Testimonies and Resources for Christian Moms

Only Love Today-Testimonies and Resources for Christian Moms

Written by: Megan Estes-Expert Encourager Author of "Loving the Mom God Created You to Be"
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 Only Love Today exists to encourage Christian moms to "live like Christ" in their context by sharing testimonies, tips, tools, and resources to encourage Christian parents. Whether you're a stay at home mom, working mom, homeschooling mom, or all of the above, you'll be challenged and inspired to keep pursuing Christ in every season of Christian parenting.Megan Estes-Expert Encourager, Author of "Loving the Mom God Created You to Be" Parenting Relationships
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  • 038-Kristen Christy-Small Yeses That Change Everything: Joyful, Christ-Centered Motherhood

    038-Kristen Christy-Small Yeses That Change Everything: Joyful, Christ-Centered Motherhood
    Dec 29 2025

    In today’s episode of the Only Love Today Podcast, Megan sits down with Colorado worship leader, pastor’s wife, and mom of four Kristen Christy to talk about the beauty and strength found in simply doing the next right thing. Kristen shares honestly about motherhood in the midst of toddlers and teens, the impact of loss, serving together as a family, and how surrendering control opens the door for God’s grace to fill our everyday lives.

    Kristen invites moms to release the pressure of perfection, lean into their limitations, and trust God with what’s right in front of them. This conversation is a gentle encouragement to surrender, slow down, and pay attention to the holy work happening inside our everyday lives.

    Whether you’re in a season of overwhelm or the mundane feels endless, this episode will remind you that every small yes to God matters — and that He meets you right where you are.


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    🔗 Connect with Today’s Guest — Kristen Christy

    Instagram: @kk.christy


    🎧 Related Only Love Today Episodes

    • Raising Joy-Filled Kids with Chris Coursey [Ep. #10]
    • Becoming a Spiritually Healthy Family with Dr. Michelle Anthony [Ep. 16]
    • Raising Boys with Grit, Grace, and Laughter with Ashley White [Ep. #28]


    🌿 Takeaways

    • Doing the next right thing helps manage overwhelming responsibilities and is a way to worship
    • Finding joy in mundane tasks is essential for thriving at home.
    • Surrendering control creates space for grace.
    • Serving together strengthens family unity and responsibility.
    • Every small yes to God matters, even when invisible to others.
    • Parenting is an ongoing journey of growth and sanctification.
    • Loss shapes our perspective and deepens our dependence on Jesus.
    • Each child is unique and requires a different approach.


    ⏱️ Episode Chapters & Timestamps

    00:00 – Introduction to Kristen Christie
    01:32 – The Journey of Motherhood and Ministry
    11:58 – Doing the Next Right Thing
    16:03 – Making Room for the Little Moments
    18:28 – Balancing Motherhood and Ministry
    22:38 – Empowering Family Dynamics
    25:21 – Navigating Overwhelm in Motherhood
    28:42 – The Hidden Work of Motherhood
    32:36 – Embracing Imperfection in Parenting
    34:49 – Surrendering Control and Finding Peace

    🔍 Keywords

    motherhood, faith, family, ministry, parenting, joy, surrender, balance, encouragement, Christ, Christian motherhood podcast, worship leader mom, doing the next right thing, spiritual encouragement for moms, Christian parenting inspiration, mundane tasks, servant motherhood, biblical motherhood
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    37 mins
  • 037- Beth Meverden- Raising Kids Who Love Jesus and Won't Leave His Church

    037- Beth Meverden- Raising Kids Who Love Jesus and Won't Leave His Church
    Dec 15 2025
    Are you ever afraid you are not doing enough to help your kids love Jesus and stay connected to His church?In this episode, I talk with Bible teacher, author, and family ministry leader Beth Meverden about motherhood, ministry, church hurt, and what it really looks like to spiritually train our kids at home AND at church.Beth shares from her book Church(ing) Kids and from nearly three decades in youth ministry. She explains why so many kids drift from the church after graduation, why discipleship has to start in the home, and how moms can model faith, invite hard questions, and intentionally train their kids in everyday life, not just in church programs.If you are listening and thinking, “I want to disciple my kids, but I am not even sure what my gifts are,” start here.👉 Take my free Spiritual Gifts Quiz to discover how God uniquely designed you and how your gifts can show up in your home, your church, and your community. 📺 Watch on YouTube @onlylovetodaymomIf this encourages you, please:⭐ Hit follow or subscribe on your podcast app💬 Leave a quick rating and review so more Christian moms can find this showBeth’s Resources🌐 Website: https://bethmeverden.com📖 Book: Church(ing) Kids by Beth Meverden Weekly devotional blog for parents: linked on her website “How to Share the Good News of Jesus with Your Children” free resourceOther Resources We Mentioned🎵 Seeds Family Worship for scripture based worship songs for kids and families: https://www.seedsfamilyworship.com🧠 Axis for help having hard cultural and faith conversations with teens: https://axis.org📚 The Jesus Storybook Bible📚 Hands On Bible for elementary kids📚 Life Application Study Bible, NLTIf this episode was helpful, you will love these other conversations:Episode 36: 💪 Physical Strength, Mental Strength, and Motherhood with Lindsey BomgrenEpisode 31: Nurturing God-given Gifts and Entrepreneurship in Your Kids with Jenn WrightTAKEAWAYSYou are still one of the top influences in your child’s life, even in the teen years.Youth ministry and church programs are helpful, but they cannot replace discipleship that starts in the home.There is a big difference between teaching and training.Teaching is information.Training is modeling, coaching, and empowering your kids to live it out.👀 Many kids leave the church because they never saw faith modeled at home, never learned to serve, and were trained to be spectators instead of participants.🛟 Your home can be a safe place for hard questions. You do not have to have all the answers. You can be calm, honest, and point your kids to Jesus.🧰 Training kids to serve in church builds a “church skill set” so they know how to plug into a local body when they are adults.🙏 It is never too late to start spiritual training. Moms and grandmas can keep praying, keep loving, and keep pointing their kids and grandkids to Jesus.Time Stamps00:00 Navigating Motherhood and Ministry06:03 The Importance of Community in Faith08:55 Addressing Church Hurt and Finding Healing11:55 Discipleship: Training Children in Faith14:56 Balancing Family and Ministry Responsibilities17:05 Beth's Journey: From Youth Ministry to Empowering Parents19:27 Surrendering to a Higher Calling21:25 Empowering Teens Through Faith22:53 The Importance of Home Discipleship24:57 Reasons for Disengagement from Faith29:33 The Role of Church in Spiritual Growth32:30 Navigating Faith and Free Will35:54 Creating a Safe Space for Questions39:14 Empowering Parenting and Discipleship41:51 The Importance of a Relationship with Jesus43:50 Four Keys to Spiritual Training48:49 Encouraging Church Involvement and Service52:53 Practical Steps for Intentional Discipleshipmotherhood, ministry, family, discipleship, church, education, parenting, faith, community, spiritual training, church hurt, youth ministry, spiritual gifts, Bible reading for kids, Christian mom, Christian parenting, home discipleship, family ministry, spiritual formation for children
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    43 mins
  • 036-Lindsey Bomgren- Physical Strength, Mental Strength, and Motherhood with Christian Fitness Expert from Nourish, Move, Love

    036-Lindsey Bomgren- Physical Strength, Mental Strength, and Motherhood with Christian Fitness Expert from Nourish, Move, Love
    Dec 1 2025

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    Summary

    In this conversation, Lindsey discusses the vital connection between physical and mental strength, emphasizing that true fulfillment in life comes from being both physically and mentally well so that we can live out our God-given calling. She advocates for a shift in focus from aesthetic goals, which are often fleeting, to progress goals that inspire and motivate us to engage in activities that align with our personal calling and family life. You’ll be encouraged while you gain insight on how this fitness expert navigates wellness, family priorities, picky eaters, and more.


    Connect with Lindsey:

    Grab your weekly FREE workouts with Lindsey Bomgren HERE!

    Watch her workouts on YouTube HERE!

    Lindsey on Instagram @nourishmovelove


    Related episodes:

    Episode 22-Kingdom Fit Moms with Kelsey Wickenhauser


    Chapters

    00:00 Faith and Fitness: A Personal Journey

    06:55 Nourish Move Love: The Mission Behind the Brand

    12:37 Self-Discipline and Daily Routines

    18:15 Functional Fitness Goals vs. Vanity Metrics

    18:19 Navigating Social Media and Self-Image

    19:37 Mental Health and Postpartum Fitness

    21:25 Finding Joy in Movement

    22:20 Incorporating Family into Health and Wellness

    24:25 Healthy Eating Habits for Families

    26:35 Teaching Kids About Nutrition

    28:31 Balancing Business and Family Life

    31:04 Seasons of Life and Business

    35:40 Encouragement for Aspiring Entrepreneurs


    Keywords

    physical strength, mental strength, progress goals, aesthetic goals, women's health, fitness motivation, personal growth, calling, goal setting, Christian fitness, fit moms
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    42 mins
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