Moms in Prayer Podcast

“What we are seeing across the globe is the Moms in Prayer community, no matter what the circumstances are, they continue to be steadfast, immovable and abounding in the work of the Lord.” Praise God! Today Aubrie sits down with Cathi Armitage, our Global Ministry Director. Cathi and her amazing team oversee Moms in Prayer groups in over 150 countries and counting! Listen in as Cathi shares testimonies of how the Lord is answering prayers and bringing hope all around the world.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTCathi Armitage is the Global Ministry Director for Moms in Prayer International and has been involved in the ministry for thirty years. Cathi and her team oversee the ministry in over 150 countries and counting.  She and her high school sweetheart, Matt, have been married for thirty-nine years and have one daughter, three sons and two daughters-in-law who know and love Jesus. She now has the privilege to pray for a new generation with one granddaughter. Cathi and Matt live in Southern California where she enjoys cooking with and for her family. She also enjoys hiking in the local canyons and standup paddle boarding in the Pacific, where she watches the rest of her family surf. It is during those times that they all experience God’s glorious creation up close and personal.SCRIPTURESThe one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it. 1 Thessalonians 5:24 NIVTherefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58 ESVAnd they exceeded our expectations: They gave themselves first of all to the Lord, and then by the will of God also to us. 2 Corinthians 8:5 NIVLINKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedHow to GiveSupport Through ShoppingSupport Our Mission  (for website)MOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedHow to GiveSupport Through ShoppingSHARE this blog with a friend – click on a social media icon on screenSupport Our Mission

“When we devote ourselves, when we love the Lord our God more than anyone or anything else, then idols will have to fall.” Today our Moms in Prayer Michigan State Coordinator, Mary Jane Geers, joins us to talk about overcoming barriers to prayer. Prayer isn’t always the easiest, most convenient or comfortable thing to do, but the fruit that comes from it lasts for eternity. Listen in as Mary Jane takes us to God’s Word and reminds us Who holds the victory.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSWrestling with inner arguments immediately began after receiving an invitation to a Moms in Prayer group: “I’ll sound like a fool.” “I don’t have time for that.” “What’s the point?” Fears, idols, and doubts rose up in opposition to what Mary Jane knew was the right thing to do. She didn’t feel like doing the uncomfortable, the inconvenient, nor the irrational.  But God.  Through Holy Spirit’s conviction and empowerment, she said “yes” to a friend’s (and the Lord’s) invitation to attend a Moms in Prayer group. Despite the fear of others, the opposition of her flesh, and the lies of the enemy, she showed up. And is beyond glad that she did!Mary Jane cannot imagine how radically different life would have been without Moms in Prayer. Now 20 years later, after her first yes to Moms in Prayer, she can testify that she has seen many children, including her own three daughters, grow up to love, serve and follow the Lord. In addition, by God’s grace, school communities have been sustained and strengthened despite the temptations and trials of this world. Finally, praying God’s good and beautiful word has helped her and other moms to live victoriously in Christ instead of unnecessarily defeated by the enemy.  Praise be to Jesus Christ, who has destroyed the barriers! Fellow sisters in Christ, may we demolish arguments and be found faithful to follow the Lord, no matter what He asks us to do, especially with Moms in Prayer.SCRIPTURESWe must demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:5 NIVFor God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7 NKJVTherefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. James 4:7 NKJVLove the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’ Mark 12:30 NIVBut seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.Matthew 6:33 NIVnot giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching. Hebrews 10:25 NIVBut when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. James 1:6 NIVLINKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedMoms in Prayer InstagramMoms in Prayer FacebookSupport Our Mission

“That’s the charge: Keep your eyes on Jesus.” What a sweet place to be—our eyes on Jesus, soaking in His presence. Today we welcome back our South Carolina State Coordinator, Vanessa Frazier. She reminds us of the blessing of a life that is centered around God and doing His work. As an educator herself, she sees what is going on in the schools and encourages us with what God is doing and how we can be praying. God IS at work!The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTVanessa Frazier is the South Carolina State Coordinator for Moms in Prayer International. With over 30 years of experience walking and talking with God in national and international schools, she continues to fulfill the Great Commission—making disciples of public school teachers. She acknowledges Jesus Christ as her everything and is convinced that "if we're not praying, we're not doing anything." Frazier strives to inspire teachers to gravitate toward the Word of God on the job and through her online magazine, Disciples In Education—Sent to Serve (DisciplesEDU.com).  Vanessa is the author of two books, Dear God, Welcome Back to School, and Another Timothy—Championing a Call to Prayer for the Boys and Men in Your Life. This thankful mom and grandmother is the Director of Christ Teens, and she is currently completing her Doctorate in Education at Regent University.SCRIPTURESBe strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give them. Joshua 1:6 KJVFor the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ: Ephesians 4:12 KJVO Lord, how many are my foes!    Many are rising against me;But you, O Lord, are a shield about me,    my glory, and the lifter of my head. Psalm 3:1, 3 ESVFor where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” Matthew 18:20 ESVI planted, Apollos watered, but God [all the while] was causing the growth. 1 Corinthians 3:6 AMPSince, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. Colossians 3:1-2 NIVThe angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him,    and he delivers them. Psalm 34:7 NIVLINKShttps://www.disciplesedu.com/BOOKSDear God, Welcome Back to SchoolMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedShare MIPMoms in Prayer Lawn SignJoin a Moms in Prayer GroupSupport Our Mission

“When you’re in the Word daily and see God’s love over and over again, it gets easier to immediately trust Him. And that then means the fear is not there. Fear is not of God because God is love.” Today we welcome back Moms in Prayer Founder, Fern Nichols, for part two of God’s Great Love Casts Out Fear. She helps us fill our arsenals with God’s Word to fight against the enemy and soak in the truth of God’s love. God not only shows us His great love, He IS love. And that changes everything.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTFern Nichols is a former elementary school teacher and the founder of Moms in Prayer International, a prayer movement that mobilizes women around the world to gather together to pray for their children and schools. In 1984, Fern was fearful about sending her two eldest children off to junior high. She knew the school would be a battlefield for their hearts and minds. She realized the warfare would be intense and to fight in this battle she needed to invite other moms to pray. She called a mom and asked her to pray with her for their children and school. Her response was an immediate “yes,” and that was the humble beginning of Moms in Prayer that now spans the USA in every state and is in more than 150 countries. Fern has traveled to almost every continent in the world speaking, teaching and training women how to pray effectively. She and her husband Rle have been married for over 50 years. They were involved with Campus Crusade for Christ (now CRU) for 15 years. They have four children and 10 grandchildren.SCRIPTURES“Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom. Luke 12:32 NIVBut you, beloved, building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life. Jude 1:20-21 ESVSee what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. 1 John 3:1 NIVAnd we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 NIVHe answered, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” Luke 10:27 NIVThen the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me. John 17:23b NIVAnd I pray that Christ will be more and more at home in your hearts, living within you as you trust in him. May your roots go down deep into the soil of God’s marvelous love; and may you be able to feel and understand, as all God’s children should, how long, how wide, how deep, and how high his love really is; Ephesians 3:17-18 TLBWhen I am afraid,I will trust in you.In God, whose word I praise,in God I trust; I will not be afraid.What can mere mortals do to me? Psalm 56:3-4 CSBPraise the Lord, my soul;    all my inmost being, praise his holy name.Praise the Lord, my soul,    and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins    and heals all your diseases,who redeems your life from the pit    and crowns you with love and compassion,But from everlasting to everlasting    the Lord’s love is with those who fear him,    and his righteousness with their children’s children—with those who keep his covenant    and remember to obey his precepts. Psalm 103:1-4, 17-18 NIVLINKSBOOKSMom's Little Book of Powerful PrayersMoms in Prayer: Standing in the Gap for Your ChildrenWhen Moms Pray Together: True Stories of God's Power to Transform Your ChildMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedJoin a Moms in Prayer or Grandmas in Prayer GroupShare Moms in PrayerSupport Our Mission

“When you’re in the Word daily and see God’s love over and over again, it gets easier to immediately trust Him. And that then means the fear is not there. Fear is not of God because God is love.” Today we welcome Moms in Prayer Founder, Fern Nichols, back to the podcast. She has been in awe of the goodness of God’s love and shares how understanding this can completely transform our lives! God not only shows us His great love, He IS love. And that changes everything.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTFern Nichols is a former elementary school teacher and the founder of Moms in Prayer International, a prayer movement that mobilizes women around the world to gather together to pray for their children and schools. In 1984, Fern was fearful about sending her two eldest children off to junior high. She knew the school would be a battlefield for their hearts and minds. She realized the warfare would be intense and to fight in this battle she needed to invite other moms to pray. She called a mom and asked her to pray with her for their children and school. Her response was an immediate “yes,” and that was the humble beginning of Moms in Prayer that now spans the USA in every state and is in more than 150 countries. Fern has traveled to almost every continent in the world speaking, teaching and training women how to pray effectively. She and her husband Rle have been married for over 50 years. They were involved with Campus Crusade for Christ (now CRU) for 15 years. They have four children and 10 grandchildren.SCRIPTURES“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 ESVBut God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 NIVWe need have no fear of someone who loves us perfectly; his perfect love for us eliminates all dread of what he might do to us. If we are afraid, it is for fear of what he might do to us and shows that we are not fully convinced that he really loves us. 1 John 4:18 TLBFor I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand,Who says to you, ‘Do not fear, I will help you.’ Isaiah 41:13 NASBI can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13 NIV‘Ah, Lord God! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you. Jeremiah 32:17 ESVI will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress,    my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:2 ESVNo unbelief made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, fully convinced that God was able to do what he had promised. Romans 4:20-21 ESVLINKSBOOKSMom's Little Book of Powerful PrayersMoms in Prayer: Standing in the Gap for Your ChildrenWhen Moms Pray Together: True Stories of God's Power to Transform Your ChildMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedRegister Your Moms in Prayer GroupBless Our Schools SundaySupport Our Mission

“God wants to take your fears and worries and transform them into mighty prayers. He wants you to be victorious in your life—not just you, but your children too.” Today we welcome back our President, Sally Burke, to share about the new Moms in Prayer theme! Listen in to hear what the ministry will be focusing on for the next two years. Here’s a little teaser: “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.” 1 Corinthians 15:57-58The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSSally Burke’s introduction to the ministry in 1990 was life changing. Compelled by joy and the hope God gave as she prayed with others for her children and their schools, Sally began to reach out and share with other moms—first as a Moms in Prayer group leader, then area coordinator for her hometown of Temecula, California, and later as regional coordinator for Riverside County. In 2008, Sally became the Director of Field Ministry at Moms in Prayer headquarters, overseeing ministry expansion worldwide. Today, in her role as President of Moms in Prayer International, her vision remains unchanged, that more children and schools and moms might experience God’s life-changing answers to prayer. Sally is also an international speaker, teacher and author of Raise Them Up, Start with Praise, Unshaken and the Unshaken Study Guide.As a child growing up in Florida, Sally was fascinated with the space program and began her career as a space shuttle engineer with a Master of Science in Management. After her marriage and the birth of two children, Sally and her husband came to faith in Christ, and Moms in Prayer soon became a top priority. She and husband, Ed, now have four grown children, two sons-in-law, two daughters-in-law and five grandchildren. In her leisure time, you’ll find Sally on a walk/run, curled up with a good book or enjoying the company of friends.SCRIPTURESLet us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9 NIVBut thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:57-58 ESVFor I handed down to you as of first importance what I also received, that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He was raised on the third day according to the Scriptures, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 NASBBut thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumph in Christ, and manifests through us the sweet aroma of the knowledge of Him in every place. 2 Corinthians 2:14 NASB1995LINKSBOOKSRaise Them Up: Praying God’s Word Over Your KidsStart with Praise: Living Empowered Through PrayerUnshaken:  Experience the Power and Peace of a Life of PrayerUnshaken Study GuideMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedVictorious: Moms in Prayer 40th Anniversary CelebrationRegister Your Moms in Prayer GroupBless Our Schools SundaySupport Our Mission

“We were just two praying moms asking God to move. Our obedience to gather and pray resulted in answers beyond what we could imagine.” Today Aubrie shares a testimony from a Moms in Prayer mom who has seen God do greater works than she could ask or imagine in her child’s life and school. God is able to fill us and our children with the courage we need even when we are fearful or face rejection. He can make a way! Those situations that seem so big to us are not impossible for our God! The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgSCRIPTURESAnd this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. 1 John 5:14 ESVWait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the LORD! Psalm 27:14 ESVLINKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedVictorious Attendees Facebook GroupVictorious: Moms in Prayer 40th Anniversary CelebrationJoin a Moms in Prayer GroupMoms in Prayer InstagramMoms in Prayer FacebookSupport Our Mission

“There will be a battle until Jesus returns, but we are always victorious in Christ as we stand firm in the full armor of God, in Christ, in His Word.” Today we finish out our series, Beatitudes: Building Godly Character in the Woman of God, by welcoming back our President, Sally Burke. We dive into the final beatitude, “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Sally reminds us that this world is not our home, but we have Christ living in us here and now, in the midst of difficulty and persecution. He is our strength in the midst of it all and He is victorious!The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSSally Burke’s introduction to the ministry in 1990 was life changing. Compelled by joy and the hope God gave as she prayed with others for her children and their schools, Sally began to reach out and share with other moms—first as a Moms in Prayer group leader, then area coordinator for her hometown of Temecula, California, and later as regional coordinator for Riverside County. In 2008, Sally became the Director of Field Ministry at Moms in Prayer headquarters, overseeing ministry expansion worldwide. Today, in her role as President of Moms in Prayer International, her vision remains unchanged, that more children and schools and moms might experience God’s life-changing answers to prayer. Sally is also an international speaker, teacher and author of Raise Them Up, Start with Praise, Unshaken and the Unshaken Study Guide.As a child growing up in Florida, Sally was fascinated with the space program and began her career as a space shuttle engineer with a Master of Science in Management. After her marriage and the birth of two children, Sally and her husband came to faith in Christ, and Moms in Prayer soon became a top priority. She and husband, Ed, now have four grown children, two sons-in-law, two daughters-in-law and five grandchildren. In her leisure time, you’ll find Sally on a walk/run, curled up with a good book or enjoying the company of friends.SCRIPTURES“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account. Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you. Matthew 5:10-12 ESVBe of sober spirit, be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. So resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being accomplished by your brothers and sisters who are in the world. 1 Peter 5:8-9 NASBRemember the word that I said to you, ‘A slave is not greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will persecute you as well; John 15:20a NASBin whose case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelieving so that they might not see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. For God, who said, “Light shall shine out of darkness,” is the One who has shone in our hearts to give the Light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, so that the surpassing greatness of the power will be of God and not from ourselves; we are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not despairing; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; 2 Corinthians 4:4,6-9 NASB1995“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust. For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same? And if you greet only your brothers, what more are you doing than others? Do not even the Gentiles do the same? Matthew 5:43-47 ESVAfter you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself perfect, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. To Him be dominion forever and ever. Amen. 1 Peter 5:10-11 NASBLINKSBOOKSRaise Them Up: Praying God’s Word Over Your KidsStart with Praise: Living Empowered Through PrayerUnshaken:  Experience the Power and Peace of a Life of PrayerUnshaken Study GuideMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedJoin a Moms in Prayer GroupVictorious: Moms in Prayer 40th Anniversary CelebrationMoms in Prayer InstagramMoms in Prayer FacebookSupport Our Mission

“He is our peace. We have peace WITH God and we can have the peace OF God as we go through our ups and downs and struggles in life.” Today we continue in our series, Beatitudes: Building Godly Character in the Woman of God, by welcoming Moms in Prayer Board Member, Janet Combs. We dive into the seventh beatitude, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Janet reminds us of the peace we can find in our Savior despite the circumstances we are walking through. And also how we can be peacemakers in a world filled with turmoil because it is Him working in and through us.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSJanet Combs is first and foremost a wife of 40 years, a mom of 5 and a grandma of 6. One daughter joined them as a young teen and has been an amazing blessing to the Combs family. Janet is a former special education and elementary teacher. While staying home with her kids, Janet spent decades teaching children at church, at VBS and at Good News Clubs. She also taught the teacher’s training for her local CEF (Child Evangelism Fellowship). Over 20 years of Precepts Bible study with Kay Arthur has been a great inspiration for her to have a passion to go deep into God’s word. Another major influence in Janet’s life has been her family’s mission work for many years in Haiti. She joined Moms in Prayer years ago and is now a member of the Moms in Prayer Board of Directors. More recently, Janet has been involved in women’s ministry teaching.SCRIPTURESBlessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. Matthew 5:9 ESVFor while we were still helpless, at the right time, Christ died for the ungodly. Romans 5:6 CSBTherefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. For if while we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, now that we are reconciled, shall we be saved by his life. Romans 5:1, 10 ESVEverything is from God, who has reconciled us to himself through Christ and has given us the ministry of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:18 CSBDo nothing out of selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility consider others as more important than yourselves. Everyone should look not to his own interests, but rather to the interests of others.Adopt the same attitude as that of Christ Jesus,who, existing in the form of God,did not consider equality with Godas something to be exploited.Instead he emptied himselfby assuming the form of a servant,taking on the likeness of humanity.And when he had come as a man,he humbled himself by becoming obedientto the point of death—even to death on a cross. Philippians 2:3-8 CSBTherefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Romans 12:1 NIVLet us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification. Romans 14:19 NIVWe know that we have passed from death to life because we love our brothers and sisters. The one who does not love remains in death. 1 John 3:14 CSBLINKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedVictorious: Moms in Prayer 40th Anniversary CelebrationRaise Them Up BookSupport Our Mission

“Pure in heart is being made clean by the Spirit, by the Word. It is putting God in every thought, word and action. And keeping Him present in our day-to-day lives.” Today we continue in our series, Beatitudes: Building Godly Character in the Woman of God, by welcoming back our Central America Director, Diana de Fouler. We dive into the sixth beatitude, “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” Diana reminds us that our sin has not just been covered, but completely removed. As we look to Him and Who He is, confess and let His Word wash over us, we will find the freedom of a pure heart.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSDiana de Fouler is a gifted Bible teacher who has contagious conviction for the power of prayer. She currently serves as the Moms in Prayer Central America Director, overseeing the ministry in Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. Diana lives in Panama City, Panama with her husband of 41 years. They have two grown children and three wonderful grandchildren.SCRIPTURESBlessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. Matthew 5:8 ESVI have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11 NIVFor if the blood of goats and bulls, and the sprinkling of defiled persons with the ashes of a heifer, sanctify for the purification of the flesh, how much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without blemish to God, purify our[g] conscience from dead works to serve the living God. Hebrews 9:13-14 ESVWho shall ascend the hill of the Lord?    And who shall stand in his holy place?He who has clean hands and a pure heart,    who does not lift up his soul to what is false    and does not swear deceitfully. Psalm 24:3-4 ESVLINKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedMoms in Prayer InstagramMoms in Prayer FacebookSupport Our Mission

“He wants me to be merciful like He is merciful, and not only be merciful, but to love mercy.” Today we continue in our series, Beatitudes: Building Godly Character in the Woman of God, by welcoming our Moms in Prayer Graphic Designer, Georgene Kamphuis. We dive into the fifth beatitude, “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall be shown mercy.” Georgene draws us into the merciful heart of our Father and shows us how we can extend that same mercy to those around us. It isn’t always what we give, but also what we withhold. The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSGeorgene Kamphuis is a graphic designer on the Communications Team for Moms in Prayer International. She designs for web and print, creating images for the MIP website and products, event graphics, presentations, social media, and publications. After several years working in the corporate world as a designer Georgene became a full-time mom who freelanced from home. For a few years she volunteered to do graphics for MIP and then about 16 years ago joined their staff. She was first introduced to Moms in Prayer in 1989 when she met another mom interested in praying for their children and the new elementary school in the neighborhood.  She and her husband live in North San Diego County, California. Three daughters, their husbands, two teenage grandsons, and a three-year-old granddaughter keep her praying in a Moms in Prayer Group every week. There have been countless answers to prayer these 35 years of praying for her kids, their kids, and their schools. Georgene loves gardening, reading, and keeping in touch with her friends.  Working full-time for Moms in Prayer with other women with the same passion for prayer and Jesus hasn't been like working, but fun, and a gift from God.SCRIPTURESMake the soul of Your servant joyful, For to You, Lord, I lift up my soul. For You, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, and abundant in mercy to all who call upon You. Psalm 86:4-5 ESV “What no eye has seen, nor ear heard, nor the heart of man imagined, what God has prepared for those who love him”— these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit. For the Spirit searches everything, even the depths of God. 1 Corinthians 2:9 ESVHe has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. Micah 6:8 NIVLet us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need. Hebrews 4:16 NIVRighteousness and justice are the foundation of Your throne; Mercy and truth go before You. Psalm 89:14 NASB The LORD is merciful and gracious,    slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.He will not always chide,    nor will he keep his anger forever.He does not deal with us according to our sins,    nor repay us according to our iniquities.For as high as the heavens are above the earth,    so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him;as far as the east is from the west,    so far does he remove our transgressions from us.As a father shows compassion to his children,    so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him. Psalm 103:8-13 ESV  Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. Luke 6:38 NIVLINKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get started31 Day Prayer ChallengeVictorious: Moms in Prayer 40th Anniversary CelebrationSupport Our Mission

“The God of the universe tells us to just bring our appetites and He will take care of the rest.” Today we continue in our series, Beatitudes: Building Godly Character in the Woman of God, by welcoming mom of three, Lorielle Agraso. We dive into the fourth beatitude, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” Lorielle reminds us about the fullness of life that comes as we seek God and the things of Him. She helps us step away from the world and into the goodness of God.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTLorielle Agraso is a follower of Jesus with a heart for revival and God's truth. She became a stay-at-home mom after her first of three was born. Her husband Gabe, is often traveling for work, and she found a deeper calling for her home and family as she learned to trust God in much of the solitary time. She was born and raised in Southern California, but recently moved to middle Tennessee, where the family has lived for almost 4 years. This was a big leap of faith, drenched in much prayer, but Lorielle found peace in surrendering what she once controlled, to dive deeper into what God was providing their family. They now live on 16 acres with 3 children (1 girl and 2 boys), 24 chickens, 6 ducks, 5 dogs and 2 kittens with hopes to add additional animals in the years to come. She loves growing her garden, cooking, trying new things and having friends and family over for game nights. Her faith has become her biggest adventure and each season she looks forward to the time spent with God as He plants new seeds and brings her into the next chapters He intends her walk to through.SCRIPTURESBlessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Matthew 5:6 ESVBe careful to follow every command I am giving you today, so that you may live and increase and may enter and possess the land the Lord promised on oath to your ancestors. Remember how the Lord your God led you all the way in the wilderness these forty years, to humble and test you in order to know what was in your heart, whether or not you would keep his commands. He humbled you, causing you to hunger and then feeding you with manna, which neither you nor your ancestors had known, to teach you that man does not live on bread alone but on every word that comes from the mouth of the Lord. Deuteronomy 8:1-3 NIVTaste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him. Psalm 34:8 NIVMeanwhile his disciples urged him, “Rabbi, eat something.” But he said to them, “I have food to eat that you know nothing about.” Then his disciples said to each other, “Could someone have brought him food?” “My food,” said Jesus, “is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work. John 4:31-34 NIVO God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you;    my soul thirsts for you;my flesh faints for you,    as in a dry and weary land where there is no water.My soul will be satisfied as with fat and rich food,    and my mouth will praise you with joyful lips, Psalm 63:1 & 5 ESVYou prepare a table before me    in the presence of my enemies. Psalm 23:5a NIVFor the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. Whoever thus serves Christ is acceptable to God and approved by men. Romans 14:17-18 ESVLINKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedUnshaken Book & Bible StudySupport Our Mission

“The meek will inherit the earth and they will be protected, they will be treasured by God. We can put our trust in the name of the Lord.” Today we continue in our series, Beatitudes: Building Godly Character in the Woman of God, by welcoming back our Global Ministry Coordinator, Vicki Petkevich. We dive into the third beatitude, “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” Vicki reminds us of our humble and meek Savior who doesn’t leave us alone in our journey towards meekness. God gives us the strength we need as we depend on Him and His Word.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSVicki Petkevich is part of the Global Team for Moms in Prayer International overseeing Oceania and the Caribbean and serves as an Area Coordinator for parts of San Diego, CA. She finds great joy in uniting, training and equipping mothers to pray for children and schools.   She was first introduced to Moms in Prayer in 2006 when a friend invited her to visit her MIP group. A mother of four young children at the time, she was hooked after that first meeting because of the focused prayer time and praying scripture over her children.   Currently, Vicki and her husband reside in San Diego, CA. Three of her adult children reside in California and her youngest is attending college at the University of Idaho. Her early career was as an elementary school teacher, then she transitioned to a stay-at-home mom and serving in Children’s Ministry. She loves hosting family get-togethers, trying new culinary recipes, reupholstering furniture, and traveling with her husband. Her faith is the cornerstone of her life and Moms in Prayer has been an anchor for her to be surrounded by sisters of faith who embrace the power of prayer.   SCRIPTURESBlessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Matthew 5:5 ESVCease from anger and abandon wrath;Do not get upset; it leads only to evildoing.For evildoers will be eliminated,But those who wait for the Lord, they will inherit the land.Yet a little while and the wicked person will be no more;And you will look carefully for his place and he will not be there.But the humble will inherit the landAnd will delight themselves in abundant prosperity. Psalm 37:8-11 NASB“Then I will purify the lips of the peoples,    that all of them may call on the name of the Lord    and serve him shoulder to shoulder.From beyond the rivers of Cush    my worshipers, my scattered people,    will bring me offerings.On that day you, Jerusalem, will not be put to shame    for all the wrongs you have done to me,because I will remove from you    your arrogant boasters.Never again will you be haughty    on my holy hill.But I will leave within you    the meek and humble.The remnant of Israel    will trust in the name of the Lord.They will do no wrong;    they will tell no lies. Zephaniah 3:9-13a NIVNow Moses was a very humble man, more humble than anyone else on the face of the earth. Numbers 12:3 NIVCome to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 ESVNow I, Paul, myself am pleading with you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—who in presence am lowly among you, but being absent am bold toward you. 2 Corinthians 10:1 NKJVLINKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedVictorious: Moms in Prayer 40th Anniversary CelebrationShare MIPSupport Our Mission

“The Lord wants us to fast, and weep, & mourn over our sin because, when we are believers, this mourning & sorrow will drive us to Him. There & only there we can receive His grace & mercy.” Today we continue in our series, Beatitudes: Building Godly Character in the Woman of God, by welcoming back our United States Country Coordinator, Susan Shepherd. We dive into the second beatitude, “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Susan reminds us of the power of prayer, confession and our great Comforter, the Holy Spirit. Listen in to learn how to pray more deeply and grow closer to your Heavenly Father.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSusan Shepherd joyfully serves as the USA Country Coordinator for Moms in Prayer International, coaching, encouraging, and working with amazing godly women across the United States. She joined a Moms in Prayer group in 1996 when her daughters were in elementary school. Since then, she’s experienced the peace, power, and perspective of watching God work in the lives of children and schools and she is passionate about sharing this hope and joy with other moms. Susan is married to Joe, mom to two married daughters, and the grandmother of three with another grandchild on the way. Susan loves to pray, but she also likes coffee with friends, traveling, and a good book.SCRIPTURESBlessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4 ESVAs it is, I rejoice, not because you were grieved, but because you were grieved into repenting. For you felt a godly grief, so that you suffered no loss through us. For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, whereas worldly grief produces death. 2 Corinthians 7:9-10 ESVThe Spirit of the Lord God is upon me,    because the Lord has anointed meto bring good news to the poor;    he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted,to proclaim liberty to the captives,    and the opening of the prison to those who are bound;to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor,    and the day of vengeance of our God;    to comfort all who mourn;to grant to those who mourn in Zion—    to give them a beautiful headdress instead of ashes,the oil of gladness instead of mourning,    the garment of praise instead of a faint spirit;that they may be called oaks of righteousness,    the planting of the Lord, that he may be glorified. Isaiah 61:1-3 ESV“Even now,” declares the Lord,    “return to me with all your heart,    with fasting and weeping and mourning.” Joel 2:12 NIVJust as it is written in the Law of Moses, all this disaster has come on us, yet we have not sought the favor of the Lord our God by turning from our sins and giving attention to your truth. The Lord did not hesitate to bring the disaster on us, for the Lord our God is righteous in everything he does; yet we have not obeyed him. Daniel 9:13-14 NIVThe Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9 NIVSo with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy. John 16:22 NIVLINKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedJoin a Moms in Prayer GroupSupport Our Mission

“Being humble and poor in spirit is being God dependent and God confident, and knowing God is going to supply all our needs according to His riches in glory.” What a powerful and peaceful place to be! As we recognize our need for Him, we can have confidence that He will provide for every one of those needs out of His abundance! Today we welcome Kendra Rock, our Southwest Division Coordinator, to the podcast as we dive into our new podcast series, Beatitudes: Building Godly Character in the Woman of God. Listen in as Kendra shares encouraging wisdom from God’s Word, focusing on the first beatitude, blessed are the poor in spirit.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTKendra was called to be a prayer warrior when her sons were toddlers; that began a lifelong journey of learning how to pray.She was introduced to Moms in Prayer when her sons were in 1st and 2nd grades and she has participated in a Moms in Prayer group every year since. She now prays for her adult children in a career group and has the joy of praying in a Grandmas in Prayer group. Kendra serves as the Southwest Division Coordinator for Moms in Prayer.Kendra and her husband reside in Oklahoma. They have two adult sons, 2 wonderful daughters-in-love, and two precious grandchildren. Kendra enjoys playing the harp, taking walks with her husband, and playing and praying with and for her grandchildren!One of her favorite verses is Psalm 5:3 “In the morning, O Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait in expectation.”SCRIPTURESIf I were hungry I would not tell you, for the world is mine, and all that is in it. Psalm 50:12 NIVThen they brought little children to Him, that He might touch them; but the disciples rebuked those who brought them. But when Jesus saw it, He was greatly displeased and said to them, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of God. Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it.” And He took them up in His arms, laid His hands on them, and blessed them. Mark 10:13-16 NKJVKeep falsehood and lies far from me; give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily bread. Proverbs 30:8 NIVI am the vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me and I in him, he bears much fruit, for apart from Me you can do nothing. John 15:5 NASBWhen pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom. Proverbs 11:2 NIVPride brings a person low, but the lowly in spirit gain honor. Proverbs 29:23 NIVDo nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. Philippians 2:3-4 NIVLINKSBOOKSMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedMIP 40th Anniversary CelebrationSupport Our Mission

“As a parent it is easy to feel like we are getting it all wrong, all the time. There are no perfect moms, there’s just moms who need Jesus. And there’s grace for us here.” The enemy would love for us and our kids to constantly compare ourselves to others and neglect our true identities that are found in Christ. Today Shannon Popkin and Lee Nienhuis return to the podcast to share about their soon to release book, “Comparison Girl for Teens”. They remind us of a better way, the Jesus way, to live and see others. There is so much more joy and freedom found in His way. The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSFrom the platform, page, and podcast mic, Shannon Popkin invites you to drink deeply of God’s story, and live like it’s true. Shannon’s books include Control Girl, Comparison Girl, Comparison Girl for Teens (2024), and Shaped by God’s Promises (2024). Shannon also hosts the Live Like It’s True Bible podcast and has been featured on Revive Our Hearts, FamilyLife Today, The Gospel Coalition, and Proverbs 31. She’s happy to be sharing life with Ken, who makes her laugh every day. Together, they have the joy of watching their three young-adult kids become the amazing people God created them to be. You can connect with Shannon at shannonpopkin.com, or on Instagram, Facebook, or Youtube. Lee Nienhuis is an author, speaker, and Bible teacher. She cohosts the Martha & Mary Show and the You Can Tell the Children podcast with Bible2School. Lee’s books, Brave Moms, Brave Kids and Countercultural Parenting are a clarion call for parents looking to raise wholehearted Christ followers. Lee and her husband, Mike, have four kids and live in West Michigan. Find her at leenienhuis.com.SCRIPTURESFor freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 ESVThe greatest among you shall be your servant. Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted. Matthew 23:11-12 ESVSo the last will be first, and the first last. Matthew 20:16 ESVFor we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. Ephesians 2:10 ESVLINKSComparison Girl WebsiteShannon’s WebsiteLee’s WebsiteBOOKSComparison Girl for Teens: Thriving Beyond Measure in a World That ComparesComparison Girl: Lessons from Jesus to Flip the Script on Your Measure-Up MindsetMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedOur Training Channel PodcastSupport Our Mission

“We wanted to give women permission to say all the things. That they don’t have to pretty themselves up before they come to the Lord, they can come to Him with all their yuck.” Hillary Morgan Ferrer, founder of Mama Bear Apologetics, and Julie Loos, who has served in Moms in Prayer for over 20 years, share about their newest book, “Honest Prayers for Mama Bears”. God wants us to bring our whole, true selves to Him and lay our hearts and burdens before Him. And you know what? That’s not too much for God. That’s actually what He wants! He loves you, uniquely made you, and wants to hear from YOU.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSHillary Morgan Ferrer is the founder and President of Mama Bear Apologetics. She feels a burden for providing accessible apologetics resources for busy moms. She is the chief author and editor of the bestselling books Mama Bear Apologetics: Empowering Your Kids to Challenge Cultural Lies, Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality: Empowering Your Kids to Understand and Live Out God’s Design, and the soon to be released, Honest Prayers for Mama Bears. Hillary has her master’s degree in biology and loves helping moms to discern truths and lies in both science and culture. She and her husband, John, have been married for 16 years and minister together as an apologetics team. She can never sneak up on anybody because of her chronic hiccups, which you can hear occasionally in interviews.Julie Loos has a passion for biblical truth and has been a contributor for both flagship Mama Bear Apologetics books. She has BA in journalism and psychology from the University of North Carolina as well as a certificate in apologetics from Biola University, and has served in Moms in Prayer International for more than 22 years. Julie and her husband Todd live in Missouri and have two grown sons.SCRIPTURESYou ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions. James 4:3 ESVThe Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.” Job 1:21b ESVI know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:12-13 NIVBe completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Ephesians 4:2 NIVLINKSMama Bear Apologetics WebsiteBOOKSHonest Prayers for Mama BearsMama Bear Apologetics: Empowering Your Kids to Challenge Cultural LiesMama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality: Empowering Your Kids to Understand and Live Out God's DesignMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedRise Up Southern California EventSupport Our Mission

“My greatest strength is realizing that Jesus is my greatest need.” Today Aubrie sits down with author and speaker, Shellie Rushing Tomlinson, to talk about the peace and joy that is found in walking with Jesus. We don’t have to buckle down and just get through our fear or work through things on our own. We have God, Who is so present with us, to call upon and ask for His help and power to work in and through our situation. Shellie also shares about her newest book, “Seizing the Good Life”, and reminds us that JESUS is the good life.  The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTShellie Rushing Tomlinson is a farmer's wife and totally besotted grandmother of half a dozen beautiful grandchildren she fondly calls The Super Six. She fell in love with storytelling as a child when her paternal grandmother regaled her with stories of what it was like to come to Louisiana from the hills of Appalachia and set up house in a tent with a dirt floor. On the other side of the family tree, her maternal grandfather, a people-loving preacher, was known for using humor to draw his listeners to Jesus. It's safe to say the two of them marked her. Whether in her books, speaking before audiences, or dropping a segment on her podcast, she loves nothing more than helping hungry hearts feast on Jesus through humor and storytelling. SCRIPTURESAnd he withdrew from them about a stone's throw, and knelt down and prayed, saying, “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done.” Luke 22:41-42 ESVFor as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts. Isaiah 55:9 ESVSo then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. Romans 10:17 NKJVAnd we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit. 2 Corinthians 3:18 ESVNow Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. John 20:30-31 ESVAnd I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:6 ESVLINKSShellie’s WebsiteShellie’s FacebookBOOKSSeizing the Good Life: Discover Peace and Joy through the Study of John's GospelMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedRise Up Southern California EventPop-Up ShopSupport Our Mission

“Prayer is an amazing, life-changing relationship with a life-changing God.” Today we are pulling from the Moms in Prayer archives to hear from our President, Sally Burke. Listen in as she speaks at a homeschool conference to share what prayer is, why we pray, how to pray and how to teach our children to pray. This is timeless treasure for moms in every stage and aspect of life because it is all about the power of God and His Word.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTSally Burke’s introduction to the ministry in 1990 was life changing. Compelled by joy and the hope God gave as she prayed with others for her children and their schools, Sally began to reach out and share with other moms—first as a Moms in Prayer group leader, then area coordinator for her hometown, and later as regional coordinator. In 2008, Sally became the Director of Field Ministry at Moms in Prayer headquarters, overseeing ministry expansion worldwide. Today, in her role as President of Moms in Prayer International, her vision remains unchanged, that more children and schools and moms might experience God’s life-changing answers to prayer. Sally is also an international speaker, teacher and author of Raise Them Up, Start with Praise, Unshaken and the Unshaken Study Guide.As a child growing up in Florida, Sally was fascinated with the space program and began her career as a space shuttle engineer with a Master of Science in Management. After her marriage and the birth of two children, Sally and her husband came to faith in Christ, and Moms in Prayer soon became a top priority. She and husband, Ed, now have four grown children, two sons-in-law, two daughters-in-law and four grandchildren. In her leisure time, you’ll find Sally on a walk or run, curled up with a good book or enjoying the company of friends.SCRIPTURESThy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:10 KJVThe weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 NIVHowever, as it is written:“What no eye has seen,    what no ear has heard,and what no human mind has conceived”—    the things God has prepared for those who love him— 1 Corinthians 2:9 NIV“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened. “Which of you, if your son asks for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him! Matthew 7:7-11 NIVDevote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossians 4:2 NIVDo not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 NIV‘Call to Me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you do not know.’ Jeremiah 33:3 NKJVLikewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. Romans 8:26 ESVLINKSBOOKSUnshaken: Experience the Power and Peace of a Life of PrayerUnshaken Bible StudyPermanece Firme (Unshaken in Spanish)Start with Praise: Living Empowered Through PrayerRaise Them Up: Praying God's Word Over Your KidsMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedJoin a Moms in Prayer GroupSupport Our Mission

“If we keep saying yes to what God places before us, He will do more than we could ever ask or imagine.” Three-time Olympic gold medalist and two-time World Champion, Leah Amico, shares her journey as an Olympian and how God met her on a softball field. Now, she is speaking and going to school campuses to encourage students that they aren’t alone and they, too, can be a light to others. Listen in as Leah gives us insight into what students today are struggling with and how we can be praying for them.The Moms in Prayer Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit ChristianParenting.orgABOUT OUR GUESTLeah Amico is a three-time Olympic gold medalist with USA Softball, a two-time World Champion, a National Softball Hall of Fame Inductee in 2009, and a three-time national champion at The University of Arizona. At Arizona, Leah was also honored as a three-time First Team All-American and a three-time First Team Academic All-American for her excellence both on the field and in the classroom. Known for being one of the most clutch hitters of all time, Leah still holds the record for highest batting average in the Women’s College World Series. Leah is also a college softball analyst with ESPN and Westwood One Sports, where she imparts her love and knowledge of the game to many fans across the world. Leah Amico is a professional and inspirational speaker with over 20 years of national speaking engagements. She empowers people with the tools needed to have a strong mindset and apply the daily discipline needed to be successful. Leah relates to others with her stories that are engaging and inspiring. She shares keys to unlocking your potential that can help you thrive in any situation. Leah leaves people believing they can and will conquer their personal and career goals if they will apply the core principles she speaks about. She is also passionate about being able to enjoy a healthy balance between work and personal life. Leah helps people determine their own views of success and to set goals to rise to the top of their expectations.SCRIPTURESIn all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one; and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, Ephesians 6:16-17 ESVDon’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12 NIVAnd let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9 ESVLINKSLeah’s WebsiteBOOKSVictorious: A Year-Long DevotionalSoftball, Glory & God's StoryMOMS IN PRAYERNew to Moms in Prayer? How to get startedCollegiate Day of PrayerMoms in Prayer Training ChannelVictorious: Moms in Prayer 40th Anniversary CelebrationSupport Our Mission