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The Better Part - Intentional Living for Christian Moms with a Bible-Loving Catholic Mama

"The Lord said to her in reply, "Martha, Martha, you are anxious and worried about many things... Mary has chosen the better part and it will not be taken from her."" Luke 10:41-42 How do we choose "the better part" in the unpredictable and sometimes chaotic days of motherhood? How do we know when God is calling us to set down the laundry so that we can pray, and when we need to set down our Bibles to love the crying child right in front of us? This podcast delves into all aspects of Christian

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00:17:47

Submission in Marriage

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2025/11/04

Submission can be a scary word for a lot of wives. In this episode, Jenna shares about her experiences with submission in marriage and how it has been a surprise blessing to her and her family. She speaks on how she shows respect to her husband and how even in the hardest instances of submission, it is better to be wrong together than right apart. She encourages listeners to consider how they respect their husbands and how submission can be a blessing to their marriage too.Resources:Love and Respect

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00:13:21

Is Over-Spiritualization Possible?

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2025/10/28

In this episode, Jenna shares her thoughts about spiritual warfare, emphasizing the importance of discernment in recognizing spiritual influences in our lives. Jenna cautions against hastily attributing challenges to spiritual forces without prayer, advocating for a balanced approach to understanding both divine guidance and everyday obstacles.

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00:14:41

Distractions with Prayer and Holiness

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2025/10/21

In this episode, Jenna shares personal updates as she approaches the end of her pregnancy and reflects on her journey with prayer and holiness. She discusses the distractions that can arise in both prayer and the pursuit of holiness, emphasizing the importance of God's grace and encouragement found in scripture. Jenna's insights aim to inspire listeners to navigate their own struggles with faith and personal growth, knowing that even "a bruised reed He will not break and a smoldering

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00:11:59

Women of the Bible: Eunice & Lois

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2025/10/14

In this episode, Jenna explores the biblical figures Lois and Eunice, who played a significant role in instilling faith in Timothy. She emphasizes the importance of nurturing faith in children through everyday conversations and integrating scripture into daily life. The discussion highlights practical ways to encourage faith-based discussions within families, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Deuteronomy and the impact of parental guidance on children's spiritual journeys.Podcast

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00:19:57

Women of the Bible: Abigail

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2025/10/07

In this episode, Jenna discusses the biblical character Abigail from 1 Samuel 25. She highlights Abigail's unique qualities, her bravery, and her diplomatic approach in a tense situation with David. Jenna draws parallels between Abigail's story and the importance of humility and understanding in modern conversations, especially in the political sphere. She encourages listeners to engage in civil discourse and to see the dignity in others, regardless of differing opinions.

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00:13:15

Women of the Bible: Leah

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2025/10/01

In this episode, Jenna delves into the stories of Leah and Rachel from Genesis, exploring themes of love, approval, and personal transformation. She reflects on Leah's struggles with her husband's preference for her sister Rachel and how Leah ultimately finds solace in her relationship with God. Jenna also shares her own experiences with social anxiety and the desire for approval, encouraging listeners to seek God's love over the validation of others.

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00:16:07

Women of the Bible: Rachel

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2025/09/16

In this episode, Jenna shares her personal journey as she approaches motherhood while exploring the complex stories of Rachel and Leah from the Bible. She delves into the themes of motherhood, personal fulfillment, and the generational wounds that affect family dynamics. Through Rachel's struggles with infertility and her eventual motherhood, Jenna reflects on the societal pressures and personal aspirations that many women face today. The conversation encourages listeners to find joy and meaning

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00:12:30

Women of the Bible: Proverbs 31 Woman Pt. 2

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2025/09/09

In this Episode, Jenna Scott delves into the characteristics of the Proverbs 31 woman in the second part of the passage, emphasizing her strength, dignity, and the importance of serving her family. She reflects on the heart behind the actions of this ideal woman, discussing the balance of confidence and reverence for God, and how this relationship influences her ability to serve without anxiety. The conversation encourages listeners to prioritize their families and recognize the value of their

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00:19:10

Women of the Bible: Proverbs 31 Woman Pt. 1

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2025/09/02

In this episode, Jenna discusses the significance of Proverbs 31, focusing on the ideal wife and her contributions to the household. She contrasts this with the harsher views presented in Sirach 25, emphasizing the value and impact a wife has on her family. Jenna reflects on her own experiences and the importance of uplifting her household, while also acknowledging the challenges of balancing responsibilities. This episode encourages listeners to strive for the ideal wife as depicted in Proverbs 31,

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00:14:48

Women of the Bible: Miriam

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2025/08/26

This week we talk about Miriam, Moses and Aaron's sister who helped lead the Israelite nation from exile in Egypt and through the desert. Miriam was a powerhouse woman who was courageous in Egypt, a leader for the people, and a steady force along with Moses and Aaron.Miriam is also known for her story in Numbers 12 when she and Aaron (who were grumbling about Moses and complaining about his position as leader of the trio) got mightily told off by God and she consequently was given leprosy for

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00:16:07

Women of the Bible: Hannah

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2025/08/19

Continuing on to learn from women in the Bible, we look at Hannah, who appears in the beginning of 1 Samuel. Hannah is a beautiful example to us of faithful femininity. In her anguish of not having children, she bears her soul before the Lord in the temple and beseeches Him to grant her a child. In an exchange she offers to give her child right back to Him. When God does grant her the child she desires, she follows through with her promise and gives up the one thing she always wanted. I am grateful

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00:10:50

Women of the Bible: Esther

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2025/08/12

The most relatable woman with the least relatable story: Queen Esther! Esther was given a role she never would have predicted and followed God's voice by simply following the guidance of her cousin, Modecai. She went through times of doubt and fear, yet eventually chose to put her life on the line for her people. Sometimes God speaks to us in small ways that we may overlook. Esther reminds us that God can speak through trusted family and friends and that we only have the job of being faithful

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00:12:02

Women of the Bible: Anna

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2025/08/05

Today we think about Anna, the prophetess who got to witness the presentation of Jesus at the temple. This holy woman does not have much about her in the Bible, but we can tell that she was a prayerful woman who, though she had experienced hardship, never gave up on seeking God. She was granted the gift of meeting Jesus and proclaiming His identity to those around her. May we all have enough openness in our hearts to welcome whatever God puts in our way and to have the relationship with Him that we

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00:12:23

Women of the Bible: Martha

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2025/07/29

I'm starting a new solo series about women from the Bible! Learning from them--their wisdom and their mistakes. Today we talk about one of my very favorites, Martha. She gets a bad rap sometimes, because she comes to Jesus complaining about her sister, Mary, but I believe that Jesus' love for Martha comes through in the story as He invites her to not worry so much about solving problems and to simply come and be with Him. In this episode I share ways that I relate with Martha and how Jesus

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00:48:38

Sticky Conversations: Rapid Fire Topics

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2025/07/22

For our last episode of the series, Stefani Blackwell and I go through eight different topics that (although sticky) didn't warrant a full episode. Many of these topics are more about personal preference as a parent as opposed to moral issues, so we simply share about how we have handled them in our homes without giving straight opinions on a "right" way to do them. Now that we have larger families (and older kids), we take many preferential things less seriously than we did when our

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00:43:07

Sticky Conversations: Death & Hell

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2025/07/15

In this conversation, Stefani Blackwell and I discuss how we've handled conversations about death and hell with the kids. Each of our kids have various interest levels and needs as far as explanations go, but we discuss the basics of explaining hell, and the hope of heaven. We praise God that He has mercy and pray for His mercy to encompass all who pass. We allow our knowledge of hell not to scare us, but instead to convict us to tell everyone we know about Jesus. A picture book recommendation

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00:40:03

Sticky Conversations: LGBTQ+

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2025/07/08

Stefani Blackwell joins me for the sixth episode in the sticky conversations series where we discuss all topics LGBTQ. This is the most commonly asked topic for us to discuss and for good reason. It is a tough one where we feel we have to battle the culture at large and teach our children truth while at the same time being respectful and loving to those around us.Stef and I talk about how to broach these subjects with kids young and old and how to talk about them honestly without ruminating on them

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00:40:12

Sticky Conversations: Disabilities and Mental Illness

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2025/07/01

Join Stef Blackwell and I again for another conversation about sticky topics we have to uncover with our kids. Today we talk about teaching our kids about disabilities, whether they be obvious, physical disabilities or not-so-obvious mental ones. This can be difficult because kids can often not know how to handle seeing someone with a big disability and be unwittingly unkind. They can also be difficult as we teach our kids about boundaries we (or they) may want to set for our children's

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00:40:26

Sticky Conversations: Technology

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2025/06/25

Episode Four of the Sticky Conversations series is all about technology including TV, video games, phones, social media, etc. Stephani Blackwell, and I discuss the necessity of first examining our own relationship with technology--especially phone usage and social media, and letting that be the first thing we work on before trying to influence our children's relationship with technology. We discuss specific ideas for limiting technology, but focus mainly on how parents need to determine their own

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00:38:05

Sticky Conversations: Feminism

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2025/06/17

Back again with Steph Blackwell to discuss another sticky conversation. This topic was given to us by a listener who wanted to teach her daughter about feminism without bringing down men or pretending that men and women are made the same.Steph and I discuss how to honor both sexes through the concepts of theology of the body, historical contexts, and living examples in our marriages. We believe that God made both men and women equal in dignity, but very different in form and purpose. We try to

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