Everyday Prayers with Million Praying Moms

When Mothering is Hard & No One Sees Pt. 2

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Chalene Roberts reveals motherhood is partnering with Christ in the redemption of mankind, not just raising polite children.

This episode is part two of an interview series on the Everyday Prayers podcast, hosted by Nicolette Bell. Guest Chalene Roberts returns to discuss her upcoming book 'When Mothering is Hard & No One Sees', subtitled 'Where Gritty Meets Glorious and God's Eternal Plan for Moms'. The conversation begins with Chalene describing her family: five children aged 17, 15, 13, 10, and 8, with three teenagers at home. She expresses frustration with societal negativity toward teens and advocates speaking blessings over them. Chalene explains her family's 12-year experience with part-time homeschooling through a university model school, which she estimates has given them three extra years of time together. The discussion shifts to motherhood's role, where Chalene contrasts societal expectations of raising polite, contributing children with the biblical calling to partner with Christ in redemption. She traces this back to God's promise to Eve in Genesis about the seed of redemption. Chalene emphasizes that motherhood is about discipling children to know and serve Jesus, then sending them out to share the gospel. The host connects this to the podcast's theme of partnering with God for children's hearts. Chalene then details her family's Sabbath practices, which have evolved into weekly brunches with other families from their school community. These gatherings involve themed meals, birthday celebrations, and Advent observances, focusing on community, rest, and planning for the week ahead. She notes that Sabbath observance changes with life seasons and personalities, encouraging flexibility. The host reflects on how this communal approach differs from her own solitary Sabbath practices. Chalene advises families to discuss what a restful Sabbath looks like for them, acknowledging challenges like irregular work schedules. The episode concludes with Chalene praying for listeners struggling with motherhood, highlighting God's purpose and equipping, followed by promotional details for her book and social media.

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A prayerful part two about unseen mothering and the quiet work of raising disciples.

Chalene Roberts returns for part two of Nicolette Bell's Friday interview series, keeping the focus on mothering that often goes unnoticed. The conversation also touches Roberts's new book, When Mothering is Hard and No One Sees: Where Gritty Meets Glorious and God's Eternal…

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If mothering feels unseen, this gives that ache words and a faith-filled reset.

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