Hi, I'm Brittany Ann! I help busy Christian moms find simple, practical ways to create a strong faith, close family, and a life they LOVE -- without all the guilt and overwhelm. Join us for practical tips, trustworthy biblical advice, helpful resources, and a lot of fun!
"I want to serve God, but I have kids..." (Sound familiar?)
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Ever feel torn between wanting to serve God and being completely buried in mom responsibilities? Maybe you see needs around you and think, "I should do something." But then you look at your calendar, your to-do list, and your kids... and it feels impossible. Or maybe you're waiting for some clear, unmistakable "call from God" before you step out and do anything. But in the meantime, you're just stuck. Waiting. While needs pile up around you and you do nothing. Or maybe you've convinced yourself that ministry is for other people. People without kids. People with more time, more energy, more... something. If any of that resonates, today's podcast episode is for you. Today on the Equipping Godly Women podcast, I'm talking with Rachael Groll, author of Knowing God's Voice, podcaster, and former global orphan care director. And here's what makes her story so compelling: Not only does she have some truly incredible ministry stories, but she didn't choose between motherhood and ministry. She brought her kids along. Rachael ran neighborhood ministries, directed spiritual care across 5 countries in the Caribbean and Africa, took her kids on mission trips starting at age 14, and even released her daughter for 9 months of missions work overseas... All while raising three daughters who love Jesus and aren't afraid to trust God in scary situations. In this conversation, we talk about:
This isn't about doing more or trying harder. It's about recognizing that God can use you right where you are, kids and all. Your present circumstances aren't a surprise to Him. Where to Listen:
--Brittany Ann Equipping Godly Women p.s. Want even more inspiring real-life stories of everyday women who stepped out in courageous faith? Rachael's book Knowing God's Voice: What Female Prophets of the Bible Teach Us About Recognizing, Trusting, and Obeying God dives deep into how biblical women heard from God and what we can learn from their examples. |
Brittany Ann | Equipping Godly Women
Hi, I'm Brittany Ann! I help busy Christian moms find simple, practical ways to create a strong faith, close family, and a life they LOVE -- without all the guilt and overwhelm. Join us for practical tips, trustworthy biblical advice, helpful resources, and a lot of fun!
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