Take Your Dream Out of the Drawer: Powerful Perspective with Author Jennifer Bosma
Release Date: 10/16/2025
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info_outlineJoin host Anna McLaughlin in this inspiring conversation with Jennifer Bosma, author, podcaster, and former educator, who radiates joy and encouragement. Jennifer shares her powerful journey of pursuing God-given dreams despite delays, rejections, and life's busy seasons. From waiting 26 years to publish her first children's book to stepping into ministry through pregnancy centers and podcasting, Jennifer's story reminds us that God never forgets the blueprints He places in our hearts.
In this episode, you'll discover practical ways to integrate prayer into daily life, the importance of surrendering control to God, and why "true success flows from surrender." Jennifer introduces her "Front Parking Spot" philosophy—a reminder that God wants to do exceedingly, abundantly more than we can imagine when we dare to ask boldly and step out in faith. Whether you're a mom with dreams tucked away in a drawer or someone seeking to deepen your prayer life, this conversation will inspire you to take courageous steps of obedience.
Key Points
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Dreams Don’t Die – God-given ideas keep returning; honor them with 15–30 minutes a day.
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Seasons Matter – Motherhood or busyness doesn’t cancel your dreams—it just pauses them.
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God Equips – He provides what’s needed, even when you feel inadequate.
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Surrender Control – Success flows from yielding to God’s will, not trying to be in charge.
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Prayer = Surrender – Prayer draws you close to God and releases control back to Him.
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Prayer Habits – Pray immediately, use reminders, pray Scripture with kids, and model prayer openly.
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Bold Asking – Dare to “go for the front parking spot”; God can do more than we imagine (Eph. 3:20).
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Marriage & Obedience – Respect and pray for your husband, nurture not nag, and take small faithful steps.
Scriptures Mentioned
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Jeremiah 29:11 - "For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future"
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Jeremiah 1:5 - God knew us before we were formed (foundation for "The Baby Garden")
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Psalm 23:6 - "Surely goodness and love will follow you all the days of your life, and you will dwell in the house of the Lord forever"
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Ephesians 3:20 - God can do exceedingly, abundantly more than we can desire or imagine
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2 Kings (Hezekiah laying the letter before the Lord in the temple)
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James 4:2 - "You do not have because you do not ask"
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James 4:6-8 - God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble; come near to God and He will come near to you
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Luke 15 - The parable of the prodigal son and the elder brother
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Jeremiah 10:23 - A man tries to discern his steps, but the Lord knows where he's going
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John 3:16 - Referenced in "God is Three in One"
Books and Resources Mentioned
Jennifer Bosma's Children's Books:
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"The Baby Garden" - Explains where babies come from based on Jeremiah 1:5; used in pregnancy centers - https://a.co/d/4I6AKw9
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"I Know the Plans" - Scriptures prayed over children, written in rhyme with animal families representing seven continents; coming out in board book format - https://a.co/d/cNu6IaB
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"God is Three in One" - Award-winning book explaining the Trinity to children ages 3+; winner of Nonfiction Book of the Year - https://a.co/d/alySZus
Other Books Referenced:
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"The Slight Edge" by Jeff Olson - About consistent small actions leading to success - https://a.co/d/hNycNm1
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"Atomic Habits" by James Clear - About building better habits through small changes - https://a.co/d/fxaCVho
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"Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" by Judy Blume - Inspired Jennifer's love of writing - https://a.co/d/iNg72co
Podcasts:
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Front Parking Spot Podcast - Jennifer's podcast, ranked in top 100 Christian podcasts for moms and families - https://jenniferbosma.com/podcast
Where to Find Jennifer Bosma
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Website:http://www.jenniferbosma.com
"Be obedient to what God calls you to do. He gets all the glory—it's not through me, it's through Him." - Jennifer Bosma
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