209 Prayers That Led to Peace with Dawn Marasco

In this episode of the Praying Christian Women podcast, Alana welcomes her long-time business coach, Becca Syme, to discuss the often-overlooked topic of menopause. Becca opens up about her personal experience with symptoms like itchy ears, sleep disturbances, and mood swings, while emphasizing the importance of Christian women being proactive about their health. Together, they challenge societal views that treat menopause negatively, encouraging women to embrace this life stage through faith, prayer, and advocacy.The conversation also delves into the emotional aspects of aging, with Becca offering encouragement to focus on the potential and purpose that remain as we grow older. Drawing from insights her mother has gained through her work with older adults, Becca highlights the importance of finding joy and meaning in later years.Tune in for practical advice, spiritual encouragement, and a fresh perspective on aging with grace and purpose. For more inspiration, don’t miss Becca’s recommendation to check out the Women Finishing Well podcast. Listen now to the Praying Christian Women podcast for an uplifting discussion about how Christian women can navigate menopause and aging with strength and faith!#prayingchristianwomen #prayercloset #prayerwarrior #justpray #powerofprayer #podcastforwomen #christianauthors #christianpodcast #podcastaboutprayer #godisgreater #devotions #praylikeyou #menopause #perimenopuase#womenshealth #moodswings #mentalhealth #womenfinishingwell

When you hear the words "strength" and "dignity," you don't always associate them with laughter - but could Proverbs 31 suggest they go together like peas and carrots? And what are the biggest barriers to strength and dignity? Listen to this week's episode to find out, as we dive into Proverbs 31 once again (and find so many hidden gems in verse 25 that we devote an entire episode to it!).

Do you want to read the entire Bible, but feel like it’s just too much of a challenge? If so, look no further - Mary DeMuth can help! Mary is the founder of a literary agency, author of too many books to count - including 90 Day Bible Reading Challenge: Read the Whole Bible, Change Your Whole Life. In this episode of the podcast, Mary shares a method of reading the Bible in its entirety in just 90 days that is practical and doable, whether you consider yourself a reader or not. Mary is always full of biblical knowledge and wisdom, and this conversation is no exception (and might even change your life)! You can connect with Mary and take her 90 day challenge at MaryDeMuth.com/bible. You can also find Mary’s gorgeous scripture-focused artwork at MaryDeMuth.com/art (you absolutely have to see this shop!).

Have you ever felt judged by other women for your choices about self care or what you spend money on? Have you ever (even if it's just in your head) judged other women on those same things? Join us on this week's episode of the Praying Christian Women podcast as we use Proverbs 31: 22-24 as a launchpad for a discussion about the importance of celebrating (not judging!) other women, seeking out the beautiful things in life, and find out how creating a Pinterest board can enhance your prayer life!

Countless people are walking around with unresolved childhood trauma, and many may not even realize it. In this week's interview episode of the Praying Christian Women podcast, we sit down with Patrick Morley, author of From Broken Boy to Mended Man: A Positive Plan to Heal Your Childhood Wounds and Break the Cycle. In our conversation, Patrick shares his own story of turning to God for healing after realizing he had been unknowingly living with the burdens and consequences of a traumatic childhood. He wrote From Broken Boy to Mended Man in hopes that the lessons he has learned from years of work through therapy, prayer and introspection can help others to recognize and heal from childhood trauma. You can connect with Patrick and find his books at PatrickMorley.com

Do you ever struggle with the fine line between giving generously and being taken advantage of - or even being a poor steward of your finances? Believe it or not, Proverbs 31 prompted an eye-opening discussion about this topic. We also talk about balancing preparation for our homes and families with faith in God's provision. We hope you'll join us today for all of this and much, much more!

Have you ever heard of prayer-focused mentoring? We hadn’t! But it sounded right up our alley, so we invited Nancy Lindgren to join us on the Praying Christian Women podcast to talk about it. Nancy is the founder and CEO of MORE Mentoring whose mission is mobilizing mentors to impact lives through prayer-focused mentoring and author of "Mentoring Made Real - The Power of Authentic Connection." In our conversation, Nancy talks about some barriers that keep women from mentor relationships, some of the surprising benefits of mentoring, and how prayer-focused mentoring works (and why it’s so powerful!). You won’t want to miss our discussion with Nancy! You can connect with Nancy at MoreMentoring.org

Life is full of demands, from managing a household to balancing work and family. In this episode of the Praying Christian Women podcast, we dive into the inspiring example of the Proverbs 31 woman, whose strength, work ethic, and ability to manage both home and business give us a roadmap for seeking balance through God's wisdom. We also explore the pressures we face as women today and share practical advice on how to embrace God’s calling without guilt or exhaustion. If you're looking for encouragement and practical wisdom to help navigate life’s responsibilities, this episode is packed with insights to inspire and equip us on our journey. Tune in now!

We're sailing in uncharted territories with this week's episode of the Praying Christian Women podcast as author Sabrina McDonald joins us to talk about a topic we have never discussed before on the podcast: blended families. Her book "A Home Built From Love and Loss: Coming Together as a Blended Family" delves into the heartache that almost always precedes blending a family, as she shares her own story of navigating the ups and downs of joining two families together. Sabrina candidly shares the high highs and low lows she and her husband have experienced during the process of blending their own families, and reveals some of the ways God has met them every step of the way to bring healing and beauty out of tragedy and loss. You can connect with Sabrina and find her books at SabrinaMcDonald.com.

*Just a reminder, we're back after a long summer sabbatical full of changes, including moving a couple of our kids to college and one of our families moving out of Alaska (listen to the intro to episode 314 for more details)! The episodes you'll be hearing over the next several weeks were recorded in the spring, so some of the references might be outdated but the messages are all extremely relevant. Enjoy!* What do you think of when you hear about "the Proverbs 31 woman"? For some, it conjures up images of an unattainable goal, or even guilt. For others it is weaponized against women who don't fit the mold of what they think a Christian woman should be. Join us over the next several weeks as we discuss and pray through Proverbs 31. We'll seek to understand this iconic passage of scripture and apply it to our lives in ways that will deepen our understanding of who God is and who he has created us to be... and some of what we uncover might just surprise you!