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