Raising Rices

In this episode of the Raising Rices podcast, host Marissa Rice welcomes Cherelle German, a seasoned homeschooling mother and mentor. They discuss the heart behind homeschooling, the challenges of motherhood, and the importance of community and support. Cherelle shares her personal journey into motherhood and homeschooling, emphasizing the transformative power of scripture and personal growth. The conversation highlights the need for continual learning and the significance of surrounding oneself with like-minded individuals. Cherelle also offers encouragement for weary moms and introduces her resources for homeschooling families.   Links for Cherelle: https://embracinghomeschool.com/ https://embracinghomeschool.com/free-lessons/ https://shop.embracinghomeschool.com/collections/the-simplified-feast-1   takeaways A mother's heart shapes the spirit of the home. Motherhood is a deeper calling, almost like a ministry. Selfishness is not going to work in a marriage. If you're not growing, you're dying. His mercies are new every morning. Keep moving forward, keep growing, keep learning. You cannot serve others without not being selfish. Being a wife and mother is not for the faint at heart. Homeschooling is heart work. Find some like-minded women to chat with. Chapters 00:00 The Heart of Homeschooling 01:37 Cherelle's Journey into Motherhood 05:23 Embracing the Calling of Homeschooling 10:02 Overcoming Selfishness in Motherhood 12:29 Protecting and Refreshing the Heart 18:29 Finding Strength in Scripture 21:53 Resetting the Heart 27:17 Encouragement for Weary Moms 30:19 Resources for Homeschooling Moms   Keywords homeschooling, motherhood, parenting, community, spiritual growth, encouragement, heart work, support, resources, faith  

Thanks for joining us for Episode #3 of the Raising Rices Podcast, we are so excited to talk about our Family Bible Time, and encourage you with our convictions, character and challenges that we have grown in. Our 20 minute podcast are designed to welcome you into our conversation about biblical parenting and we pray it is an encouragement to you!   Like and Subscribe :)  Follow us @RaisingRices (Instagram and Facebook) www.RaisingRices.com

Welcome to the RaisingRices podcast Episode #2 where we are covering parenting and thriving inside of transition. Did you know that there are things you can do as a parents to prepare for transitions that you know are coming and ones that come up surprisingly. Listen in as we cover that and more, about the little and big transitions that come up in our incredible story called: Life.   @RaisingRices  www.RaisingRices.com 

Welcome to the Raising Rices Podcast where we are excited to talk about raising households that serve the Lord. On today's podcast we are going over Who We Are, and how this podcast will be covering our convictions, character, and challenge all within a 20-minute format.    Like and Subscribe :) and follow us at @RaisingRices (Instagram and Facebook) and www.RaisingRices.com 

In this engaging conversation, Jenny Marcelene shares her journey of faith, the evolution of her writing passion, and the inspiration behind her new children's book, 'The Dreamer.' She discusses the importance of raising households that serve the Lord, the impact of cross-cultural experiences on her worldview, and how prayer can connect families to global missions. Jenny emphasizes the need for resources that cultivate a biblical worldview in children and the beauty of different cultures, all while encouraging parents to take small, intentional steps in nurturing their children's faith.  

In this episode, Marissa Rice and Cherelle discuss the profound journey of homeschooling, emphasizing its role as a path of discipleship rather than merely an academic alternative. They explore the importance of creating a rhythm in homeschooling that fosters both learning and character development, while also evaluating success beyond traditional metrics like test scores. Cherelle offers encouragement to moms who may feel inadequate in their homeschooling journey, reminding them of their unique calling and the importance of nurturing their children's hearts and faith.   (Free Workshop Recordings for Meal Planning/Home Cleaning/Homeschooling) - https://embracinghomeschool.com/bootcamp/    - this is so good! (Free Simple Family Rewards System)- https://embracinghomeschool.com/sfrs/   Check out Cherelle's website: https://embracinghomeschool.com/   Want to try out her curriculum? Here is a free opportunity:  https://embracinghomeschool.com/free-lessons/   Did you want to see more? Here is Cherelle's full collection of homeschool resources: https://shop.embracinghomeschool.com/collections/the-simplified-feast-1   Takeaways Homeschooling is about shaping hearts and nurturing faith. The focus should be on discipleship, not just academics. Creating a rhythm in homeschooling is essential for success. Success in homeschooling is not measured by test scores. Teaching children how to learn is more important than memorizing facts. Homeschooling allows for character development and personal growth. Moms should embrace their unique calling in homeschooling. It's important to evaluate success based on character and respect. Encouragement is vital for moms struggling with homeschooling. God equips those He calls to homeschool.      Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Homeschooling Journey 04:00 The Shift from Necessity to Passion in Homeschooling 05:47 Focusing on Discipleship Over Academics 12:42 Creating a Homeschool Rhythm 18:52 Evaluating Success in Homeschooling 20:22 Empowering Learners: The Homeschooling Journey 22:20 Measuring Success in Homeschooling 24:20 Character Over Curriculum: Redefining Success 28:30 Encouragement for Struggling Moms 31:16 The Power of Parental Influence 35:22 Homeschooling as a Discipleship Mission   Keywords homeschooling, discipleship, education, family, parenting, learning, character development, faith, encouragement, community  

In this episode of Raising Rices, hosts Marissa and Cherelle discuss the importance of creating a Christ-centered home that fosters peace, joy, and discipleship. They explore the roles of mothers and fathers in shaping the atmosphere of the home, the significance of involving children in household responsibilities, and the necessity of modeling grace and repentance. Practical tips for home management and handling chaos are shared, emphasizing the importance of intentionality in nurturing a family environment that reflects Christ's love.   Links:  Cherelle's website: https://embracinghomeschool.com/   Free Workshop Recording for Meal Planning/Home Cleaning/ Homeschool, a great resource for YOU: [Bootcamp] – Embracing Homeschool   FREE! Simple Family Rewards System: https://embracinghomeschool.com/sfrs/    Shop Cherelle's collections for homeschooling: https://shop.embracinghomeschool.com/collections/the-simplified-feast-1   Takeaways A Christ-centered home focuses on God's presence, not perfection. Mothers set the mood of the home and should be nurturing. Discipling children is essential for their spiritual growth. Involving children in chores teaches responsibility. A tidy home contributes to peace and joy. Modeling how to handle setbacks is crucial for children. Repentance involves turning away from sin, not just saying sorry. Creating a welcoming home encourages hospitality. Intentionality in parenting leads to deeper connections. The work done in the home has eternal significance.     Chapters 00:00 Creating a Christ-Centered Home 01:33 Roles in a Christ-Centered Family 05:55 Discipling Children in Faith 10:49 Cultivating Peace and Joy at Home 20:44 Practical Tips for Home Management 21:11 The Power of Meal Planning 22:12 Involving Kids in Household Chores 24:15 Creating a Family Team Dynamic 25:15 Implementing a Reward System for Chores 28:02 Teaching Moments in Daily Chaos 31:55 Modeling Grace and Repentance 35:54 The Home as a Training Ground   Keywords Christ-centered home, peace, joy, homemaking, discipleship, motherhood, family, chaos, grace, parenting  

Thanks for joining our conversation today where Marissa and Mary talk about raising out of the box kids. We pray it is an encouragement to you as we are real moms talking about real life.

Join us for this controversial conversation about raising daughters differently. Not just differently from the world around us, but different from boys. What biblical truths can we apply when we are considering raising our daughters to be women of the Word? 

Today we are in the library talking about friction, when is more friction better? Should we always avoid friction? And what are the benefits anyway? 

What about the role of motherhood, is it a blessing or a massive interruption? Does what you say and do match what you would express if asked this question? 

We are wrapping up our series on dating and marriage, join us for this one where we examine the role of the father as the spiritual head of the daughter, and his responsibility to hand her off to a capable man to marry. 

Welcome back to the podcast, we are talking this week about thanksgiving and how to combat the cultural passivity that can creep into the Christian home. 

We continue our mini-series exploring preparing our children for future marriage and adulthood. Today we talk about "The List" and what some biblical qualifications are that we should be encouraging our children in. 

Join our conversation as we consider the different pathways popular in the culture and in Christianity today. There are ditches on both sides of the road, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't be intentional in gathering the best according to the word of God and wisdom that comes from Him. 

Join us for an awesome conversation with some dear friends about their adult singlehood, marriage, and how they honored God and served the church during this time while maintaining the desire to be married and have a family.     

Welcome to our conversation about the difficulties and practicalities of applying a sabbath rest in our busy lives today, the value and goodness that it brings, and considerations of our heart condition along the way.   

Join us as we talk about homeschooling, extracurricular activities, and spiritual growth, leadership, marriage, and how all of these things can work together in a beautiful biblical picture. 

Join us as we talk candidly about slow living, the temptations of our busy world, and living intentionally in different seasons of life.   

Join our conversation challenging believers to live without fear, understanding the economy of increased numbers of children, and the financial impacts of these decisions.