Staying Close to God as a Busy Mom (Part 1) - Courtney Ellis

As a mom with three kids, Courtney Ellis knows the struggle of finding time to connect with God in the midst of motherhood duties like diapers, dishes, laundry and countless to-do lists. Feeling like the Church’s well-meaning message of “try harder” wasn’t helping her handle her spiritual guilt and shame, she embarked upon a year-long experiment of incorporating ancient spiritual disciplines into daily family life. She learned to seek God intentionally through such disciplines as self-examination, listening prayer, gratitude, and reading Gods’ Word. In this interview, Courtney will encourage moms in their faith journey by sharing her tips for creating spiritual growth, intimacy and renewal.
Get Courtney's book, Almost Holy Mama: bit.ly/3ok7oYB
For more resources on this topic: bit.ly/3Ossdf0
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[@passingonalegacy6231]

We are the parents that our children need❤️

[@professor.persuade]

10 minutes in and I've already cried and laughed in agreement!

[@nihonnokanojoify]

Watching as I wash dishes and my toddler interrupts for me to check his blankie. I so needed this.

[@focusonthefamily]

Thanks for your kind feedback, Miranda. We're glad this broadcast encouraged you. God bless you and your family.

[@bjemaja]

Jesus is in the boat with us. So true.

[@rangelchronicles296]

I’m six minutes into this podcast and thinking to myself “she totally gets it” 🥹🙏🏼

[@psalm421]

Me too!

[@focusonthefamily]

Friends: Thanks for your kind feedback. God bless you and yours.

[@brindhaoth5869]

It's great experience being a mama learning more abt our Jesus love and characteristics.
Yes of course we should always remember JESUS IS IN OUR BOAT. That's r strength and courage.

[@Shanearenee313]

I love the idea of putting away phones during bedtime.

[@gracebock2900]

Men, in general, have a " huge" extra dose of ego! I'm recovering from overwork n under-- understood n singing in prise n worship, aloud n s'times inwardly, keeps me afloat, like a flying eagle just rise n soar in the high winds of soul- saving praise n worship

[@mukhethwanemanashi]

Just what I needed to hear!! 😭😭😭😭
Was feeling inadequate as a single mom trying to stay afloat and holding it together

[@focusonthefamily]

Hello, Mukhethwa. We’re pleased to learn that our program “Staying Close to God as A Busy Mom” with Courtney Ellis was meaning to you. We know that single parenting can be extremely challenging, if you’d like to talk about the challenges you’re facing with one of our counselors (at no cost to you), call 855-771-HELP (4357) weekdays between 6 A.M. and 8 P.M. (MT).
Meanwhile, there are a number of excellent resources available to provide insight and direction to those who face the task of parenting alone. You can find some we think may be useful at the following links:
- “A Single Parent’s Path to Community”: bit.ly/3AatXV6
- Resource List: Single Parenting: bit.ly/3QBtNxb
- Articles on Single Parenting: bit.ly/3QS92No
May God bless you and encourage you in the days ahead!

[@mrscp04]

Thank you. Bless you all.

[@psalm421]

I really needed this. 💕 Thank you so much

[@audreyfish7948]

I would love this book! I have two babies under two!

[@focusonthefamily]

Hello, friend! If you're in the U.S., please use this link to purchase the resource bit.ly/40SJ15r. Blessings!

[@antoinettedeel9308]

Wow 😮 wow I needed to hear this so badly today 😢 thank you ❤️

[@ladyraddxjbs5893]

Oh lol we went to that church’s Sunday dinner a few years ago 🥹🥳

[@Psalm2710_]

You have to get a new toilet lid....seriously!😂

[@Truthseeker371]

Just only two generations ago when the mothers had to raise more than two kids and take care of the family and house, they did so without questioning. That is the way it is. As the society gets more affluent and people spoiling themselves without discipline, we need programs like this one and are made to believe the teaching is truthful. Ridiculous.

[@--M--1111]

Yeah talk about no life at all. Real caring moms are busy and don't feel the need to ask for praises on social media exposing their loved ones to strangers. Bunch of moms this generation are idiots