Whenever I am asked, "Who has made an impact on your life?" my mind is drawn to my grandmother. My grandmother is a beautiful woman who had a significant impact on me as a homemaker, wife, mother, and grandmother.In this episode, I share some

Loving Our Wayward Children: Encouragement for Moms of Prodigals

Mar 19th, 2024 35m 16s

My dear friends, we are diving into a topic that is near and dear to many of our mama hearts and it’s one that's dear to mine. We are walking through how to love our wayward children. We will discuss the importance of keeping a Gospel focus, co

Updates, My Current Time in the Word and Some Favorite Things

Feb 7th, 2024 40m 15s

In this episode, things are a bit more casual as I share the latest updates on the blog and podcast. I give a peek into my personal time in the Word in the mornings and share a few of my current favorite things. So grab a coffee or tea and come

Planning with Purpose: Spiritual Priorities for the New Year

Jan 13th, 2024 45m 6s

Setting spiritual priorities through a biblical lens helps us focus on glorifying God in every aspect of our lives. We will discuss the impact of such priorities on our daily spiritual growth and provide practical tips for setting and achieving

The Means of Grace to Grow in Godliness

Dec 29th, 2023 49m 27s

God's Word, prayer, and fellowship are gifts from the Lord. He uses these to graciously shape us into Christ's image, strengthen our faith, and grow us in godliness.Head over to ThankfulHomemaker.com for full show notesMeans of Grace to Grow

The Heart of a Servant: Lessons from Luke 1:38

Dec 11th, 2023 23m 11s

Mary's humble and obedient servant-like approach inspires Christian homemakers to transform their homes into nurturing spaces of faith and trust, echoing her commitment to serve according to God's planHead over to ThankfulHomemaker.com for ful

Setting Our Minds On Things Above: Unpacking Colossians 3:1-4

Nov 21st, 2023 26m 37s

As we walk through Colossians 3:1-4, we will discuss the importance of setting our minds on things above, walk through what it means to live our lives hidden with Christ in God, and the transformative effect this can have on our earthly and ete

Christ-Centered Thanksgiving: Simple Planning & Traditions

Nov 3rd, 2023 22m 47s

Sharing simple Thanksgiving planning and traditions to keep Christ at the center of your family’s celebration.Head over to ThankfulHomemaker.com for full show notesThanksgiving Planning Course - Code THANKFUL for 25% offResources to Help You

The Authority of Jesus (Matthew 7:28-29 - Sermon on the Mount Series)

Oct 24th, 2023 20m 26s

Jesus' words have authority because He is God. Whether it was the original hearers of the Sermon on the Mount or present-day readers of the Bible, we cannot argue or disagree with the teachings in this sermon because they are the direct words o

A Few of My Favorite Moments from the G3 Conference 2023

Oct 9th, 2023 19m 26s

My husband and I have been attending the G3 Conference in Atlanta since 2017. I want to share some of my favorite aspects of the conference (with the hope you’ll put it on your list for 2025) and provide some helpful resources so you can benefi

Build Your House On The Rock (Matthew 7:24-27 - Sermon on the Mount Series)

Sep 12th, 2023 29m 36s

In Matthew 7:24-27, we find a contrast between the wise man who builds his house on the rock and the foolish man who builds his house on the sand. The foundation on which we build our lives is critical when the storms of life come.The wise man

5 Motivations to Stop Grumbling

Sep 6th, 2023 21m 10s

The sin of grumbling or complaining, whether silently or aloud, is a sin against the Lord. It implies that, at that moment, I am saying Jesus is not enough.Head over to ThankfulHomemaker.com for full show notesThe Sin of Grumbling @Susan Heck

Managing Your Home: Simple Tips for Time Management, Cleaning, Laundry, and Organization

Aug 15th, 2023 43m 10s

Whether you’re a new homemaker or a seasoned one, we all desire to find joy in caring for our homes and to do all our work as unto the Lord. Here are some simple encouragements to help you in the care of your home.Head over to ThankfulHomemake

The Danger of Self-Deception (Matthew 7:21-23- Sermon on the Mount Series)

Jun 27th, 2023 33m 2s

Jesus tells us in Matthew 7:21-23 not everyone who calls Him Lord will enter the kingdom of Heaven. How do we know if we are known by Jesus? How do we know if we are self-deceived? Is our profession merely verbal or intellectual knowledge, or a

A Tree and Its Fruit (Matthew 7:15-20 - Sermon on the Mount Series)

May 23rd, 2023 31m 9s

We must be diligent students of the Word. We cannot be reminded enough that theology matters. Many people fall into following false teachers because they don’t know what God’s Word says. True character will eventually reveal itself. The fruit w

The Influence of Godly Mothers and Grandmothers

May 9th, 2023 21m 37s

As a young believer and a young mother, one of the scriptures that had much impact on me was 2 Timothy 1:5:I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwell

Embracing Every Moment: Mother’s Day Thoughts (Bitesize)

Apr 29th, 2023 8m 32s

As a mother and grandmother, I appreciate the significance of treasuring every moment spent with family, especially when children are young. Learn to embrace each day as a gift from the Lord, both in the midst of daily chores and life’s beautif

The Narrow Road (Matthew 7:13-14 - Sermon on the Mount Series)

Apr 25th, 2023 28m 16s

Our text today comes in at the beginning of the end of the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus knew many would be listening to his sermon and agreeing with it, praising His words, yet they would never enter into the kingdom. We can’t just hear about th

Simple Steps to Ministry As We Go About Our Normal Days

Apr 10th, 2023 20m 47s

Sometimes we can get so busy with the everyday details of life and can forget or miss the opportunity to minister to those the Lord has placed in our paths. The hope in today's episode is to get us to look outside the four walls of our home to

Ask and It Will Be Given (Matthew 7:7-12 - Sermon on the Mount Series)

Mar 28th, 2023 28m 11s

We're to be persistent in prayer. We need it just as much as we need oxygen to breathe. It's the lifeline to those of us in the Kingdom - we are still on earth, and as we pray with such persistence continually about all things, it reveals our g

Threats to Biblical Friendship

Mar 15th, 2023 45m 20s

Our friendships with one another will only have a solid foundation and be able to flourish if they are built on the solid rock of Christ.Full Show Notes: ThankfulHomemaker.comPDF Download for Outline of Threats to Biblical FriendshipRESOURCE

Cultivating Beauty In Our Homes

Mar 13th, 2023 26m 13s

Cultivating a beautiful home takes a lifetime and is worth every moment we take to pour the love of God into our families and the lives of others.Full Show Notes: ThankfulHomemaker.comEP 79: Homemaking Matters: A Good God Working Out His Purp

Judge Not That You Not Be Judged (Matthew 7:1-6 - Sermon on the Mount Series)

Feb 14th, 2023 32m 14s

How do we judge correctly? What does it mean when Jesus tells us not to judge, and why shouldn't we wrongly judge others? There is much covered in our text today in Matthew 7:1-6 to walk through together.When we see ourselves and our sin right

Romancing Your Husband

Feb 5th, 2023 9m 33s

Do you find yourself so busy serving your husband that you don't take the time to delight in him? When he enters the room, do you stop and enjoy his presence, and does he know you are thankful to the Lord for him? Are you more concerned with hi

10 Things Helping Me To Manage My Days as a Homemaker

Jan 24th, 2023 51m 50s

I am sharing various systems, tools, and routines I've appreciated having available to me as a homemaker and how they help me manage my days.Full Show Notes: ThankfulHomemaker.comG3 National Conference (Use code G3TH for 30% off your registra