In this episode, we're diving into what the Bible says about planning and how aligning our schedules with God’s priorities can transform our daily lives. If you've ever felt like you're striving to do everything right but still feel overwhelmed, this conversation is for you.

I’ll share:

• Why surrendering your plans to God brings peace and calm to your days.
• How starting with God as your foundation allows everything else to flow more smoothly.
• Key Scriptures that highlight God's perspective on planning:
  • Matthew 6:33
  • Matthew 6:21
  • Proverbs 16:3
  • Proverbs 16:9

You’ll leave this episode feeling encouraged to prioritize your relationship with God in your planning, knowing that He will guide your steps and provide for your needs.

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Resources Mentioned Today:

Mom Set Free by Jeannie Cunnion

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In this episode of Weekly Planning for Christian Moms, we’re diving into the transformative practice of choosing a Word of the Year! If you’ve ever wondered what it means, why it matters, or how to choose one that resonates with your season of life, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Learn:

• What is a Word of the Year? A simple yet powerful focus to guide your mindset and decisions throughout the year.
• Why Have One? How a Word of the Year can bring clarity, purpose, and alignment with God’s plan for your life.
• My Reflection from Last Year: A look back at the words God gave me in 2024 and how they impacted my journey.

Reflection Questions to Ask God:

• What are You asking me to put down in each area of my life?
• What are You asking me to pick up in each area of my life?

(Remember: You can’t pick up something new without putting something down. Adding without subtracting leads to overwhelm!)

Exciting News:

• My husband and I are hosting our first-ever yearly planning, goal-setting, and vision-casting day as a couple! Tune in to hear how we’re seeking the Holy Spirit’s guidance for the year ahead.
• I’ll also reveal my Word of the Year for 2025 and share how I plan to let it shape my days and decisions.

Your Homework: Take some time to reflect on the questions above. Pray and ask God to reveal a Word of the Year that aligns with the plans He has for you.

Resources Mentioned:

• Episode 13: Rediscovering Your Dreams with Melissa Wilkinson
• Episode 6: How to Say No Without the Guilt
• Example of Soaking Worship Music

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As always, I’m cheering you on as you seek God’s will in every area of your life. Remember, we don’t have to walk this journey alone—He is with us every step of the way.

Does dinner time feel like chaos in your house? Between activities, work, and everything else, figuring out what’s for dinner can be overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Today, we’re diving into simple, actionable steps to make meal planning a stress-free part of your weekly routine.

You’ll learn:

• How to plan meals around your schedule, not the other way around.
• The key to avoiding last-minute grocery trips.
• How to make meal prep less stressful

Meal planning doesn’t have to be complicated. Let’s simplify it together and take one thing off your plate (pun intended).

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Are you a mom who feels like your dreams have been put on hold? In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Wilkinson, founder of Anchored with Purpose and host of the Anchored with Purpose Podcast. Melissa shares her powerful story of transitioning from a fast-paced corporate career to rediscovering her God-given dreams. Together, we discuss why so many moms struggle to dream, how faith plays a pivotal role in reconnecting with our purpose, and actionable steps you can take to start dreaming again—without guilt.

Melissa also takes us through a mini version of her dream workshop, offering insightful questions to help you uncover the aspirations God has placed on your heart. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply in need of inspiration, this episode is packed with encouragement and practical tips to help you take that first step.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Melissa’s inspiring journey from corporate life to purposeful living.
• Why moms often feel stuck and how to rediscover their dreams.
• How faith serves as a foundation for pursuing God’s plans.
• Practical questions to help uncover your passions and goals.
• Tactical steps for turning dreams into reality—without the mom guilt.
• Encouragement to embrace God’s timing and purpose for your life.

Books Referenced:

Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly

Circle Maker by Mark Batterson

Your Homework: Grab a notebook or open a note on your phone and answer these three questions:

1. If time, money, and circumstances were no issue, what would I want in life?
2. What do I want to accomplish in my personal and professional life?
3. Where would I live if I could live anywhere?
4. What experiences would I want to share with my family?

Pray over these answers, and choose one small action you can take this week to move closer to one of your dreams.

Connect with Melissa Wilkinson:

• Get on the wait list for an upcoming dream workshop here!
• Website: anchoredwithpurpose.com
• Podcast: Anchored with Purpose Podcast
• Facebook and Instagram

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Does your to-do list ever feel endless, leaving you stuck in overwhelm and unsure of where to start? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, we’re tackling this common struggle and equipping you with practical steps to bring clarity and peace to your day.

You’ll learn:

• What is actually holding you back from your list.
• What mindset shifts have to be done first
• How to break it down into manageable chunks

Overwhelm doesn’t have to define your day—let’s work together to take back control!

Mentioned in this episode:

• Philippians 2:13- For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.

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Have you ever caught yourself saying, “When things slow down…” or “After this season, it’ll be less busy…”? You’re not alone—I’ve said it too. But here’s the hard truth: it’s not just the holidays, soccer season, or back-to-school time that feels overwhelming. The busyness never stops unless we make intentional changes.

In this episode, we’re having a heart-to-heart about the myth of “less busy seasons.” I’ll share why this mindset keeps us stuck, how we’re conditioned to wear busyness like a badge of honor, and the real reason we feel so stretched in every stage of life.

We’ll also dive into:

• Why it feels like there’s always something keeping us busy.
• The importance of identifying where your time is actually going.
• How to be the gatekeeper of your family’s schedule—and say no with grace.
• A challenge to rethink how you answer, “How are you?”

If you’ve been waiting for the busy to end on its own, let this episode be the wake-up call (and permission) you need to take back control of your time and energy.

📌 Resources Mentioned:

• Book: Until the Streetlights Come On by Ginny Yurich (founder of 1,000 Hours Outside).
• Episode 6: Start Saying No Without The Guilt By Using These 4 Phrases TODAY.

🎧 Grab your coffee (yes, even if it’s lukewarm) and let’s chat about how to choose your busy—and how to find freedom in simplifying your life.

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Some mornings feel like a dream—your kids sleep in, you get your alone time, and the day starts on a peaceful, prayerful note. But then there are mornings when your toddler wakes you up at 4 a.m., someone is sick, or you hit snooze one too many times. What do you do then?

In this episode, we’re talking about the reality of mornings that don’t go as planned and how to connect with God even when your “perfect quiet time” feels impossible.

We’ll cover:

• The picture-perfect morning routine we all dream of—and why it doesn’t always happen.

• Encouragement for moms in seasons where alone time just isn’t realistic.

• Creative ways to spend time with God throughout your day, including: reading a children’s Bible with your kids, listening to Scripture while tackling chores, and praying over your family and home as you go about your tasks.

Here’s the truth: God meets us where we are—whether that’s in a quiet living room with coffee or in the chaos of a busy morning with little ones.

🎯 Your Homework: Take a moment to write down two alternative ways to spend time with God when your morning plans don’t work out. Keep them handy for the next time your quiet time gets interrupted.

Resources Mentioned:

• YouVersion Bible App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bible/id282935706

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In today’s episode we are going to talk about all the tons and tons of activities and events that come up this holiday season and how to decide what is right for your family! You cannot possibly do everything, so where do you even start when it comes to planning? Let’s dive in and find out!

It’s the last episode in the holiday planning series! I hope this blessed you, it was so fun for me!

Links:

Message on not comparing your race to other's race: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qx7izA9c3VA

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