https://rss.com/podcasts/myupperroom/?via=ILYFAva-CharlotteStory by Jana Strange, Oklahoma, USAMusic "DD Groove" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Psalm 27:7-147 Hear, O Lord, when I cry with my voice: have mercy also upon me, and answer me.8 When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek.9 Hide not thy face far from me; put not thy servant away in anger: thou

We can wonder sometimes where we fit in. The good news? You're not here by accident. God created you for a purpose, and He has a unique plan for your life.Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3SWzQ5G

Want your kids to exhibit self-control and actually be responsible for their own emotions? Then you must learn the power of strategic silence. Whether you’re dealing with a toddler throwing a tantrum or a teenager furious about phone boundaries, this episode is a masterclass in strategic silence. Learn the exact moments to back off so your child can finally learn to control their own emotions and behavior.P.S. Finally…learn how to control yourself! Instantly download the Calm Parenting Bundle now

Best-of Sound Insight Program: Dr. Tom Curran begins to discuss 20 scripture passages that will change your life. Tom answers the question: What’s your favorite scripture in the New Testament and how has it transformed your life? (Original Run Date: 5/15/2025)Tom’s List of Life-Changing Scripture PassagesDo not be afraid any longer, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom. (Luke 12:32)For thus said the Lord GOD, the Holy One of Israel:By waiting and by calm you shall be

Hope can feel almost dangerous when you’ve been disappointed enough times. Ebie Hepworth, author of Midnight Hallelujah: Why Hope Is Still Worth the Risk, joins Ginny Yurich for an honest conversation about grief and unanswered prayers. Ebie talks about her journey with infertility and adoption, and how she is currently walking alongside her son through Duchenne muscular dystrophy. She discusses what it looks like to keep choosing hope when the story still hasn’t changed. Ebie shares why grief has

The General of Gen X Talks Tells His Wild Life StoryBorn on the far side of the hill the Hollywood sign sits on, Mark Mendenhall has lived a life that sounds made up: running with the Hell's Angels, turning down $50,000 from the man who invented Trivial Pursuit and raising a houseful of kids as a single dad long before he became "The General" leading the Legion of X.  He joins us for an almost four hour conversation you won't want to end.You may know Mark as the Gen X Dad, or

Your provider offers you a flu shot, and you are not sure what to do. You have heard it protects your baby. You have also heard it barely worked last year and that the guidance keeps changing. Both have some truth to them, and you have choices beyond just opting in or opting out. In this episode, you will learn what the research shows about the flu shot during pregnancy, how safe it is, how well it works, when to get it, and which shot to ask for. Full article and resources for this episode:

When anxiety starts shaping the whole family's routines, helping the child may need to begin with supporting the parents. Dr. Lauren Siegel joins me to talk about SPACE, which stands for Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions. It is a little different from many treatments for childhood anxiety because although the child is still the focus, the parents are the ones going to therapy and making changes. Rather than beginning with "What skills does my child need?" SPACE asks parents to look

Don't Stress Talking Sex: Starting Honest, Healthy Conversations with Your Kids Most of us dread "the talk." John Fort didn't want to have it either. But after his own childhood exposure to pornography, with parents who never addressed it, he knew his kids wouldn't stand a chance if he stayed silent. Decades of ministry later, Focus on the Family asked him to write the book. In this episode, John and Terrie talk about why these conversations are part of discipling our kids, how early to start, and

Upcoming events in October and beyond include:The next graduation meeting for our Class of 2027 will be Monday, Oct. 12, at Garrett Chapel at College Church of the Nazarene in Olathe. Seniors will begin forming their own graduation committees!The next Moms’ Morning Out will be 6:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, at Pegah’s in Shawnee. Everyone is welcome — from those just thinking about homeschooling as well as those who have been homeschool veterans for decades.Join us for a free homeschool teaching summit

Are you inspired and/or fired up and looking for more?Here are the ways we can work together this season:Join me in our NEW FREE COMMUNITY Facebook Group - UNLIMITED!Curious about coaching with me? Book a free Discovery Call with me!Join us in-person at our "Business Besties" Women's Leadership Retreat this November!Loved this episode? Take 30 seconds to write a review! It means SO much and helps this podcast reach the ears and hearts of other amazing multi-passionate women leaders! Thanks for

Teen suicide is a subject no parent ever wants to face—but in today’s world, it’s a crisis that cannot be ignored. In this heartrending and hope-filled "Best Of" episode, Catherine sits down with featured guest Emma Benoit, a vibrant young woman whose hidden battle with anxiety led to a suicide attempt that changed her life forever, and with expert guest Jennifer Ellers, a Christian counselor and crisis responder specializing in youth suicide prevention. Host Catherine brings

*Today's message is not intended for little ears. We'll be discussing some adult themes, and I want you to be aware before you listen to this message.*Sex Talk with Dr. Clifford & Joyce Penner (Episode 301) 1 Corinthians 7:3 NIV “The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband.” *Transcription Below* Thank you to our sponsor: WinShape Marriage Dr. Clifford and Joyce Penner are best known for their pioneer work in encouraging people of all

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Buy on Amazon 👉🏻 https://geni.us/jxA24a (affiliate) ... Watch Full Video: https://www.amazon.com/vdp/095f24636605438e8ad0b2afbd706adcAre you searching for the best Aztec death whistle review and sound test? I’m super excited to show off this unique item I found on Amazon! I just had to open it up and share what’s inside with you guys today. I see it comes with a little thank you card, and wow, this thing has some real weight to it, which is pretty impressive.Seriously, take a look at the

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Some families are now facing a two-year minimum wait just to be assessed for autism. Around 295,000 people are on the waiting list in England. A private clinic can do it in weeks, if you can pay.Gaz and Andy start with the "golden ticket" debate. The diagnosis opens the door to support, so what happens to the families who cannot afford to skip the queue? Andy remembers the first time he filled in the benefits form for Lydia, writing down her worst day when every instinct as a parent was to build her

Realizing your child may need a new school can feel incredibly overwhelming. Where do you even start? How many schools should you consider? And how do you know whether a school that sounds great on paper will actually be the right fit for your child?In this episode, I’m joined by Julie Blumberg and Dee Dee Halpin of Houston School Options to break down how to choose a school for your child without getting lost in all the possibilities. We talk about changing schools, what parents should look for