3930 Intentional Parenting that Moves Mountains

Release Date: 01/02/2026

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Parenting is a relentless hustle. Sleepless nights blur into days of heartache, frustration, and moments when it feels like your efforts go unnoticed. In the chaos of discipline, schedules, and tears, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that you are the constant in your child’s world—their anchor and their guide. The truth is, what you say last in any interaction leaves a lasting imprint. That’s why it’s crucial: make your last word good. What does that mean? It means shifting focus from reaction to reflection. It means choosing the lasting message you want your child to take...

3957 Dig A Little Deeper

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Life doesn’t wait for you to be ready. It hits hard, fast, and often without warning. When the storms roll in, they can scar your days and steal the peace from your nights. It’s raw. It’s real. And frankly, it’s not fun. Life has never been easy for anyone who’s ever done more than just exist. If you want to stand tall—if you want to break past the pain—you have to dig a little deeper. Digging deeper means rolling up your sleeves and getting your hands and heart a little dirty, diving headfirst into the mess that life throws your way. Desire to be supported and encouraged by...

3956 Why Does Everything Healthy Taste So Bad?

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Healthy living rarely feels easy. We say we want to be healthier, but when faced with salads that seem like lawn clippings or bland steamed veggies, we ask ourselves: Why does everything healthy taste so bad? The frustration isn’t just about flavor; it’s a symptom of a deeper battle between what our bodies crave and what our minds resist. Your taste buds and your body are often on two different pages, and that disconnect trips up even the most committed. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . When we say “healthy,” we’re really talking...

3955 Put Down Your Mask

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It’s easy to hide behind a mask — the carefully crafted image of who you think you should be or what you don’t want anyone to see. Behind this disguise, you might feel safer, less vulnerable. But you cannot move forward or live the life you were meant to live with God’s divine purpose in mind if you’re trapped behind that mask. So, put down your mask. Please put down your mask. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . Be bold enough to show up with your flaws, your imperfections, your raw and real self. You don’t have to be perfect to...

3954 How Do You Shift In Real Time?

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Life isn’t a straight path. It’s a wild mix of flavors, textures, highs, lows, wins, and setbacks. You grind to reach certain milestones, but just when you think you’ve arrived, reality reminds you there’s more hustle, more growth, more shifting to do. So how do you shift in real time when life throws you curveballs? Are you the kind of person who acts like you’ve already done the hard work—like you’ve ticked the box—only to wash your hands of responsibility? Then you lean back, waiting for the next step to come to you. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded...

3953 No More Words

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Have you ever paused to consider how God truly wants you to show up each day? It’s easy to walk into church on Sunday with a smile and a heart full of joy—or at least a glimpse of it. But ask yourself: how genuine is that moment? Is it real and life-giving? Or is it just a performance, a mask worn for the crowd, for appearances? God doesn’t need the mask. He sees behind it. He knows the truth that we often try to hide, even from ourselves. No more words. Jesus said it plainly in Matthew 5, in the Beatitudes—a blueprint for living “God’s way.” It’s a call to something deeper...

3952 Are You Chasing the Wrong Part of the Heart?

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Marriage. A word that conjures images of bliss, partnership, and forever—but also confusion, frustration, and unexpected challenges. When two people say, “I do,” it isn’t just a promise to love; it’s an entry into a complicated dance of needs, expectations, and realities. And somewhere along the way, you might find yourself wondering: Are you chasing the wrong part of the heart? Let’s be real—too many people step into marriage thinking it’s all about them. They want their partner’s role to serve their needs, validate their feelings, and eliminate inconveniences. Desire to be...

3951 Prepare the Way

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When your children are little, parenting feels all-consuming. Overwhelm doesn't even seem like a fitting word, yet you’re hands-on from feeding to teaching to fixing. Every day is full of immediate needs, constant crisis management, and unconditional love sprinkled throughout. It’s easy to believe that how you prepare the way means just getting them through those early years. But then, they grow. They move into adolescence, young adulthood, and beyond—and suddenly the kind of parenting required shifts. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the...

3950 Choose What You Carry Forward

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So much in life is left in the trenches of what we lost or what didn't make it. Success can leave scars as much as failures. But the sting is always greater when something does not go your way. Yet, that's not how your story gets to end. There is joy in the morning, and you get to choose what you carry forward. That choice isn’t because of how much you know or the wit you’ve picked up along the way—though those add richness to your journey. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . It’s because your power lies in what you decide to hold...

3949 Lean Into Leverage

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If you have a life where everything is perfectly aligned—ideal schedule, boundless energy, and endless resources—great. This isn’t for you. But for the rest of us? Especially when it comes to healthy living, the reality is messier, more complicated, and rarely perfect. So, instead of getting caught up in the magnitude of all the things 'health,' maybe it's all about how you lean into leverage. And not the leverage you are probably thinking of. Desire to be supported and encouraged by other like-minded women? Join us at the . That’s why chasing some ideal “health” picture rarely...

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Every new year brings a fresh chance to hit the reset button — including how you show up as a parent. But let's be real: parenting is hard, exhausting, and often thankless. If you coast through it, thinking your kids will "figure it out," you’re setting everyone up for frustration and chaos. Kids need more than just food and shelter; they need consistent guidance, love, and boundaries; it's intentional parenting that moves mountains.

Because when you slack off, what you get is exactly what you put in — kids who push limits, test boundaries, and fill the void left by absent parenting.

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It’s easy to slip into complacency. Maybe it’s been a long day, or your schedule feels relentless. Maybe you convince yourself that letting kids "run free" is healthy or that they just need space to express themselves. But here’s the truth: unchecked freedom without clear limits is a breeding ground for problems. It’s not love or respect to let them run wild; it’s neglect disguised as kindness.

Parenting with intention doesn’t mean you have to be perfect or never tired. It means showing up consistently with unconditional love, firm boundaries, attentive teaching, and yes, forgiveness when mistakes happen — for both them and yourself.

The K.I.S.S. ~ Parent intentionally!

So if you want your kids to grow into adults who impact the world in a meaningful way, here are three no-excuses moves every parent can make — even on the rough days:

Set Clear Boundaries and Follow Through
Boundaries aren’t about control; they’re about safety and structure. When kids know the line and see you consistently enforce it, they gain a sense of security and learn responsibility. Maybe it’s screen time limits, chores, or manners at the dinner table — whatever it is, be firm, clear, and consistent. If you say no, mean no. When boundaries are shaky, so is their confidence and respect for rules.
Invest Daily Time to Teach and Connect
Quality time isn’t just about being in the same room. It’s about focused, intentional moments. You don’t need an hour; ten minutes of undivided attention can change the day. Teach them something — how to tie a shoe, handle frustration, or make wise choices. Ask open questions and listen. This is how you build trust and teach life skills that stick long after childhood.
Forgive Fast — But Don’t Excuse Bad Behavior
Mistakes will happen. You will slip up, and so will your kids. When they mess up, hold them accountable—but always with grace. A parent who forgives and follows through teaches resilience and humility. And don’t forget to forgive yourself. Parenting fatigue is real; but giving yourself grace means you’ll show up stronger tomorrow.

At the end of the day, the energy and effort you pour into your parenting show up in your child’s character and the living legacy they create.

Lazy parenting might look easier now, but it costs far more in the long run — as you trade real influence for temporary peace.

This new year, commit to the hard stuff. Show up. Set limits. Connect. Forgive. Because what you put in now is what you — and your child — will get out forever. No shortcuts, no excuses. Just real, intentional parenting that moves mountains.

"Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"

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Writer(s): Ben Glover, Chris Stevens, David Garcia
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