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“The choices Naomi and Ruth make can be seen as a picture of how we can respond to God’s invitation to stay where we are in sin or stake all our future on Him.”  Oh how we pray our children will make the choice to stake all on Jesus!  Today Stacy talks with our wonderful Moms in Prayer International Regional Coordinator of Honduras, Emilia Frech de Alberto as we continue our Moms in the Bible series. She is here to share on our next Bible mom, a favorite of many, Ruth.  Listen in as Emilia encourages us to trust our sovereign God who rules in the midst of uncertain times.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Emilia Frech de Alberto has loved to pray since she was very young. For many years, she willingly served with much love and passion as an interpreter for American missionaries living in her country, while she was studying at the University to become an Architect. After graduating, she strongly felt God's call on her life. Doors of opportunity had opened for her to obtain a degree in Practical Theology from Christ for the Nations in Dallas, TX. After several missionary trips, she returned to her country, Honduras. She began to seek God's purpose for her life as her heart had a yearning to be a blessing to her nation; continued working for many years as a teacher and English coordinator in a Christian School and now working from home at a marketing company, also preparing to become a Certified Translator.  In 2014, she pioneered her first Moms in Prayer group at a Bilingual School where she worked as a Spiritual Counselor. In July 2018, she became Area Coordinator and is now transitioning to serve as Regional Coordinator. She is excited to see how God is answering their prayers; her team-leaders are growing and helping her to extend the ministry in every department of Honduras. Emilia and her husband Alex have three sons, Caleb Elias, Afif Josue and Alex David. SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) “Then Boaz said to Ruth, “Now, listen, my daughter, do not go to glean in another field or leave this one, but keep close to my young women.  Let your eyes be on the field that they are reaping, and go after them. Have I not charged the young men not to touch you? And when you are thirsty, go to the vessels and drink what the young men have drawn.” Ruth 2:8-9 (ESV) And now, my daughter, do not fear. I will do for you all that you ask, for all my fellow townsmen know that you are a worthy woman. Ruth 3:11 (ESV) Then King David went in and sat before the Lord, and he said:“Who am I, Sovereign Lord, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far? 2 Samuel 7:18 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.  Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” Matthew 9:36-38 (ESV) Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, equip you with everything good for doing his will, and may he work in us what is pleasing to him, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen. Hebrews 13:20-21 LINKS: MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“The same comfort we receive from God we can use to comfort others in their suffering.” And what a gift comfort is! Today Stacy talks with Elisabeth Hoefliger all the way from beautiful Switzerland as we continue our Moms in the Bible series.  Elisabeth is our Moms in Prayer International Regional Coordinator of Eastern Switzerland and she is here to share on our next Bible mom, Naomi from the book of Ruth.  Listen in as Elisabeth shares the hope and comfort she herself has received as the Lord has cared for her just like He cared for Naomi.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Elisabeth Hoefliger is a Regional Coordinator with Moms in Prayer International. It is a privilege for her to oversee the beautiful region of Eastern Switzerland. She loves encouraging moms of all ages standing in the gap and be everything God calls them to be. Elisabeth and her husband have five children on earth and two in heaven, three children-in-love and six beautiful grandchildren. Through navigating the loss of her two precious sons, Elisabeth has found great comfort drawing closer to God, spending time in His wonderful creation and going for walks with her dog Jimmy. Elisabeth loves reading, traveling, worshipping and good, long talks with family and friends. SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) “May the Lord, the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge, reward you fully for what you have done.” Ruth 2:12 (NLT) So Boaz took Ruth into his home, and she became his wife. When he slept with her, the Lord enabled her to become pregnant, and she gave birth to a son. Then the women of the town said to Naomi, “Praise the Lord, who has now provided a redeemer for your family! May this child be famous in Israel. May he restore your youth and care for you in your old age. For he is the son of your daughter-in-law who loves you and has been better to you than seven sons!” Naomi took the baby and cuddled him to her breast. And she cared for him as if he were her own. The neighbor women said, “Now at last Naomi has a son again!” And they named him Obed. He became the father of Jesse and the grandfather of David. Ruth 4:13-17 (NLT) The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light. Psalm 36:9 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 LINKS: MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“I’ve learned that there are no limits to what praying in agreement can do.” Whoa, what a powerful truth! Today Stacy welcomes the wonderful Stephanie McDermott to the podcast as we continue our Moms in the Bible series.  Stephanie is our Moms in Prayer Florida State Coordinator and our International Leader Developer of Bhutan, India, Singapore and Sri Lanka.  She is here to share on Deborah from the book of Judges.  You won’t want to miss a moment of the powerful encouragement to keep on fighting the good fight through prayer because we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Stephanie McDermott has been with Moms in Prayer for more than 16 years. She has lived in 5 different countries spanning the Middle East, Europe, Asia Pacific and India, where she served as a Moms in Prayer leader. She has trained many moms in the Four Steps of Prayer who continue to lead groups in their countries. Now back in the USA, Stephanie is the Florida State Coordinator and also an International Leader Developer for Bhutan India, Singapore and Sri Lanka. Stephanie is married to William and a mom of two third-culture kids. SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) Now Deborah, a prophet, the wife of Lappidoth, was leading Israel at that time. She held court under the Palm of Deborah between Ramah and Bethel in the hill country of Ephraim, and the Israelites went up to her to have their disputes decided. Judges 4:4-5 As for God, his way is perfect. The Lord’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him. 2 Samuel 22:31 But you are a forgiving God, gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in love. Nehemiah 9:17b For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile, and their foolish hearts were darkened.  Romans 1:21  If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9 MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“God is able to use the good, the bad and the ugly in our lives.” Hallelujah! Today we continue our Moms in Bible series talking about not one, but two moms in the Bible, Leah and Rachel.  Listen in as Stacy talks with our wonderful Moms in Prayer USA Southwest Division Coordinator, Kendra Rock about the way God is able to work all things together for good in the lives of His children.  What hope we have in our compassionate God who continually shows us just how dearly He loves us. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Kendra Rock serves as the Southwest Division Coordinator for Moms in Prayer International. She has the joy of serving alongside the leadership and praying moms in Arizona, Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. She has been involved in Moms in Prayer for over 23 years. Kendra is married to Roger and is blessed with two adult sons, a daughter-in-love, and two grandchildren.  She enjoys talks with God, walks with her husband, and  playing the harp. SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) The LORD make the  woman who is coming to your house like Rachel and Leah, the two who built the house of Israel.  Ruth 4:11 From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the LORD is to be praised. Psalm 113:3 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. Ephesians 3:20-21 Each is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire when it is conceived gives birth to sin and sin when it is fully grown brings forth death. James 1:14-15  What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you? You desire but you do not have so you kill. You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and fight. You do not have because you do not ask God. James 4:1-2 MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“Live in anticipation of what our loving, merciful, and sovereign God in heaven can accomplish.” Today we continue our Moms in Bible series talking about a very inspirational mom, Moses’ mom, Jochebed..  Stacy’s special guest is our very own Cathi Armitage, mom of four, international speaker, and Moms in Prayer Global Ministry Director.  Listen in she points us all to the hope we have in praying and holding on to God’s word.  Our God can be trusted to keep all of His promises! ABOUT OUR GUEST: Cathi Armitage is the Global Ministry Director for Moms in Prayer International and has been involved in the ministry for over twenty-five years. Cathi and her team oversee the ministry in over 160 countries and counting.  She and her high school sweetheart, Matt, has been married for over thirty-five years and have three sons and one daughter who know and love Jesus. Cathi and Matt live in Southern California where she enjoys cooking with and for her family. She also enjoys hiking in the local canyons and standup paddle boarding in the Pacific, where she watches the rest of her family surf. It is during those times that they all experience God’s glorious creation up close and personal. SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) The midwives, however, feared God and did not do what the king of Egypt had told them to do; they let the boys live. Exodus 1:17 The LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend. Then Moses would return to the camp, but his young aide Joshua son of Nun did not leave the tent. Exodus 33:11 Teach us to number our days,   that we may gain a heart of wisdom. Psalm 90:12 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:1-2 For every house has a builder, but the one who built everything is God. Moses was certainly faithful in God’s house as a servant. His work was an illustration of the truths God would reveal later.  But Christ, as the Son, is in charge of God’s entire house. And we are God’s house, if we keep our courage and remain confident in our hope in Christ.Hebrews 3:4-6 By faith Moses, when he had grown up, refused to be known as the son of Pharaoh’s daughter.  He chose to be mistreated along with the people of God rather than to enjoy the fleeting pleasures of sin.  He regarded disgrace for the sake of Christ as of greater value than the treasures of Egypt, because he was looking ahead to his reward.  By faith he left Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger; he persevered because he saw him who is invisible. Hebrews 11:24-27 (NLT) MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“God, even in hard times, can turn ashes into beauty.” Today we begin our series Moms in Bible Part 2. You are not going to want to miss a moment of this power-packed episode talking about the very first mom in the Bible, Eve.  Stacy’s special guest is author, speaker, moms in prayer mom and Sweet Selah Ministries founder, Sharon Gamble.  Listen in she points us all to the hope we have in Jesus who is always able to give us victory even if we feel defeated.  ABOUT OUR GUEST: Sharon Gamble’s goal and driving purpose is to see Christian women carve out quiet spaces to meet with God, to know Him and to love Him more and more. That God-given passion led her to establish Sweet Selah Ministries, devoted to giving women encouragement and tools to take time out of their busy, busy lives to “be still” with the One who loves them most. Author and frequent speaker at ladies’ groups and conferences, Sharon posts fun, inspiring blogs on her website, SweetSelah.org, co-hosts a podcast, The Sweet Selah Moments Podcast, and frequently offers online Bible studies through social media. Her books include Sweet Selah Moments: Encouragement for Everyday Living, a daily devotional guide, Give Me Wings to Soar: A Sweet Selah Journey Toward a Deeper Walk with God, a guide to devotional study of God’s Word, and Give Me Wings to Soar: A Sweet Selah Journal that accompanies the book by the same name. She’s currently working on a third book, Loved: A Bible Study of the Gospel of John. Sharon was actively involved for 21 years with the ministry of Moms in Prayer International, serving four and a half years as USA national director. Sharon and husband, Ray, live in New Hampshire, have two lovely daughters, two fine sons-in-law, an ever-growing number of grandchildren—and a cute, little dog, Bella, who brings much joy and occasional “trouble” into their lives. SCRIPTURES: (NLT unless noted) Then the Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him.” So the Lord God formed from the ground all the wild animals and all the birds of the sky. He brought them to the man to see what he would call them, and the man chose a name for each one. He gave names to all the livestock, all the birds of the sky, and all the wild animals. But still there was no helper just right for him. So the Lord God caused the man to fall into a deep sleep. While the man slept, the Lord God took out one of the man’s ribs and closed up the opening. Then the Lord God made a woman from the rib, and he brought her to the man. “At last!” the man exclaimed. “This one is bone from my bone, and flesh from my flesh! She will be called ‘woman,’ because she was taken from ‘man.’” This explains why a man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one. Genesis 2:18-24 And I will cause hostility between you and the woman, and between your offspring and her offspring. He will strike your head, and you will strike his heel. Genesis 3:15 If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them wanders away, what will he do? Won’t he leave the ninety-nine others on the hills and go out to search for the one that is lost? Matthew 18:12 And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. John 8:32 BOOKS BY SHARON GAMBLE: Sweet Selah Moments: Encouragement for Everyday Living Give Me Wings to Soar: A Sweet Selah Journey Toward a Deeper Walk with God A Sweet Selah Journal LINKS: Sweet Selah MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“It is amazing what we can see happen when we actually commit to praying.” Truly God is working through the prayers of His people! Today Stacy talks with Kim Howard from our Moms in Prayer International Global Ministry Department.  Listen in she shares testimony after testimony of God working around the world through the prayers of ordinary moms like you and me.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Kim has been part of the Moms in Prayer Global Department for the last six years, overseeing countries in Africa, Canada, Caribbean and the Middle East, helping women join or start Moms in Prayer groups and raising up leadership in these countries. She is passionate about encouraging young moms to pray scripture over their children to start building godly character at a young age. Kim was in leadership roles with MOPS and now speaks to MOPS moms, sharing the life-changing ministry of Moms in Prayer. Her heart for prayer and love for travel has enabled her to visit the Caribbean sharing and building leadership in Jamaica and St. Maarten. Kim has two young adult children and lives in Temecula with her husband, Matt. SCRIPTURES: (NKJV unless noted) Then she made a vow and said, “O LORD of hosts, if You will indeed look on the affliction of Your maidservant and remember me, and not forget Your maidservant, but will give Your maidservant a male child, then I will give him to the LORD all the days of his life, and no razor shall come upon his head.” 1 Samuel 1:11 Then David said to the Philistine, “You come to me with a sword, with a spear, and with a javelin. But I come to you in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. 1 Samuel 17:45 For behold, He who forms mountains, And creates the wind, Who declares to man what his thought is, And makes the morning darkness, Who treads the high places of the earth— The LORD God of hosts is His name. Amos 4:13 So he answered and said to me: “This is the word of the LORD to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit,’ Says the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6 For from the rising of the sun, even to its going down, My name shall be great among the Gentiles; In every place incense shall be offered to My name, And a pure offering; For My name shall be great among the nations,” Says the LORD of hosts. Malachi 1:11 When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus. Acts 4:13 (NIV) For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them. Ephesians 2:10 That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Philippians 2:10-11 LINKS: Moms in Prayer Booklet-ebook format Prayer Summit Sign up Prayer Summit   MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“The Holy Spirit was sent so we can still experience a life full of God’s love and His closeness.” What a gift Jesus has given to us as His followers! Today Stacy sits down with bestselling author and creator of the Midnight Praying Mom devotional community, Becky Thompson.  Listen in Becky shares the beauty of a life awakened to His Spirit.      ABOUT OUR GUEST: Becky Thompson is a bestselling author and the creator of the Midnight Mom Devotional community gathering more than one million moms in nightly prayer. Speaking to the struggle of balancing life as a wife, mother, and daughter of God, she has become the voice of modern Christian motherhood. An author of seven books, Becky has appeared on the USA Today, Publishers Weekly and ECPA bestseller lists.  Becky lives in Oklahoma with her husband, Jared, and their three children.   SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. Joel 2:28 “I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever—the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with you and will be in you.” John 14:16–17 (NKJV) But very truly I tell you, it is for your good that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you. John 16:7 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place.  Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting.  They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them.  All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues  as the Spirit enabled them. Acts 2:1-4 In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. Romans 8:26 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.  Ephesians 6:18     BOOKS BY BECKY THOMPSON: God So Close Hope Unfolding Love Unending Peace     LINKS: Becky Thompson Moms in Prayer Booklet-ebook format   MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“I have learned to really esteem the role God has given parents and teachers.” What a privilege to get to share Jesus with the next generation!  And it’s never too early to start.  Today Stacy talks with author and Bible teacher Barbara Reaoch about passing on the power of God’s living word to our children.   She offers helpful and very practical tips on how to do this.  Listen in Barbara invites us into the wonder of the greatest rescue story ever told, the story of Easter. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Barbara Reaoch is the author of A Jesus Easter (2022) and co-author of Making Room for Her: Biblical Wisdom for a Healthy Relationship with Your Mother-in-Law or Daughter-in-Law (2022) . She served with Bible Study Fellowship as International Director of the Children's Division. You can connect with her at www.barbarareaoch.com SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) But what about you?” he asked. “Who do you say I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. Matthew 16:15-17 “Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me but the one who sent me.” Mark 9:37 And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. Ephesians 3:17b-19  BOOKS BY BARBARA REAOCH:  A Jesus Easter A Jesus Christmas Why Christmas Why Easter   LINKS: Barbara Reaoch A Jesus Easter Free Download Moms in Prayer Booklet-ebook format momsinprayer.perfectlyimperfect.org MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“Isn’t this exactly what the Psalmists did?  They cried out to the Lord for help in the midst of danger and war.” What a timeless gift the Psalms are!  Each one offers a glimpse into what a close and deeply personal relationship with the Lord looks like.  Today Stacy speaks with our wonderful Moms in Prayer Director of Europe and Israel, Kathrin Larsen. Listen in as she shares the treasures the Lord revealed to her as she prayed her way through all 150 Psalms.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: After 20 years of praying with Moms in Prayer, Kathrin Larsen has seen God move countless times and can joyfully testify that He faithfully answers prayer. Kathrin currently serves as the Moms in Prayer Director of Europe and Israel and oversees the ministry and leadership teams in 47 countries. Kathrin and her husband of 36 years have three adult children, one son-in-law, and one adorable granddaughter.  They reside in beautiful Switzerland.  SCRIPTURES: (NASB 1995 unless noted) For behold, they have set an ambush for my life; Fierce men launch an attack against me, Not for my transgression nor for my sin, O Lord, For no guilt of mine, they run and set themselves against me. Arouse Yourself to help me, and see! Psalm 59:3-4 Because of his strength I will watch for You, For God is my stronghold. My God in His lovingkindness will meet me; God will let me look triumphantly upon my foes. Psalm 59:9-10 But as for me, I shall sing of Your strength; Yes, I shall joyfully sing of Your lovingkindness in the morning, For You have been my stronghold and a refuge in the day of my distress. Psalm 59:16  I will sing of the lovingkindness of the Lord forever; To all generations I will make known Your faithfulness with my mouth. For I have said, “Lovingkindness will be built up forever; In the heavens You will establish Your faithfulness. I have made a covenant with My chosen; I have sworn to David My servant, Psalm 89:2-3 “Arise, cry aloud in the night at the beginning of the night watches; Pour out your heart like water before the presence of the Lord; Lift up your hands to Him for the life of your little ones who are faint because of hunger At the head of every street.” Lamentations 2:19 “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life. For God did not send the Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through Him.”  John 3:16-17 MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“We don’t have to fear.  We can come under the umbrella of God who says, ‘Take Me with you in this.’”  What a gift to know God is always with us! Today Stacy sits down with author, speaker and Bible teacher Luanne Botta to talk about spiritual warfare.  Let your heart be filled with courage as Luanne points us to victory, the victory that has already been won by Jesus.   ABOUT OUR GUEST: Luanne Botta is an author, Bible teacher and speaker who brings the gospel to life through the Word and personal testimony.  Her high energy and joyful spirit of encouragement bring an authentic transparency, making her an endearing and powerful speaker. As a high school teacher at a private Christian academy for almost 20 years, Luanne found herself in a unique role, guiding hundreds of young people through God’s Word with her uncompromising, take-no-prisoners way of speaking the truth while still showing them unconditional love. Her passion was igniting them to live their lives with a higher standard than the culture around them. From these years of ministry and the heartache experienced by her students in their teen years, Luanne authored two books to equip young people with the truth, Young Hearts. Pure Lives (for girls),and The Warrior Within (for guys). Her newest release, Spiritual Warfare and the Armor of God, is available now.   SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Psalm 23:5 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:10 The Lord appeared to us in the past, saying: “I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with unfailing kindness. Jeremiah 31:3 I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you. Luke 10:19 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. Ephesians 6:18 And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross. Colosians 2:15 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV) You believe that there is one God. Good! Even the demons believe that—and shudder. James 2:19   BOOKS BY LUANNE BOTTA:  Spiritual Warfare and the Armor of God The Warrior Within Pure Lives   LINKS: Luanne Botta   MOMS IN PRAYER Check out our Pop Up Shop New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission  

“If Jesus comes at the end of this school year, did we do all we were supposed to do?” What a great question!  If this is our last school year to pray, to teach, to point the next generation to Jesus, are we making the most of every opportunity we have been given?  Today Stacy talks with educator, author and Moms in Prayer South Carolina State Coordinator, Vanessa Frazier.  Listen in as Vanessa inspires us with what a difference even one Christian educator can make.  You won’t want to miss the contagious passion in this episode because now is our time, our opportunity to make a Kingdom impact. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Vanessa Frazier is South Carolina's State Coordinator for Moms in Prayer International.  With over 25 years of experience walking and talking with God in national and international schools, she continues to go forward with the Great Commission—making disciples of public school teachers. She acknowledges Jesus Christ as her Teacher and Lord, keeping passion and zeal on her side while diligently striving to inspire teachers to gravitate toward the Word of God for daily direction, counsel, and guidance.  The author of the book, Dear God, Welcome Back to School, Vanessa serves as a Christian Education coach with the God-given ability to equip and encourage teachers throughout the year. The end result allows educational professionals to draw on the power of God to make extraordinary changes in their classrooms.  She recently completed her ED.S in Educational Leadership at Columbia International University and plans to complete her Doctorate in Education in the near future.    SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) I will give you every place where you set your foot, as I promised Moses. Joshua 1:3 “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Matthew 26:41 For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.” Acts 18:10 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.  Ephesians 6:12 Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.1Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NKJV)   BOOKS BY VANESSA FRAZIER:  Dear God, Welcome Back to School https://redemption-press.com/product/dear-god-welcome-back-to-school/   LINKS: Disciples in Education   MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission

“Lord, we have seen Your awesome deeds.  We have told the stories.  Won’t You do it again?” This is the what we are all praying for! That the revival and spiritual awakenings we have seen throughout history would happen again. Listen in as Stacy speaks with Dan Allen, the Executive Director of Mission Expansion for Cru and co-founder of the Every Campus movement.  You won’t want to miss a moment as Dan shares amazing answers to prayer as believers from different churches, denominations and ministries are uniting for kingdom work on campuses throughout the world.    ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dan Allan has served on staff with Cru since 1990. His assignments began with STINT in Bucharest, Romania just months after the Iron Curtain fell. Dan has served in the campus ministry of Cru at the University of Missouri, in the St. Louis area, and in Southern California before moving to Orlando in August of 2017. Currently, Dan serves as the Executive Director for Mission Expansion. Dan is a co-founder of the EveryCampus movement--a coalition of partners who share a passion to see revival and spiritual awakening among the college students and faculty in the United States.Dan and his wife, Holly, have been married for 27 years. They have a daughter who is graduating from law school this spring and a son who is a junior at the University of Central Florida and a "forever toddler" dog who thinks that she is a daughter.   LINKS: Cru Every Student Collegiate Day of Prayer Good Friday   MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission   SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) Glorify the LORD with me; let us exalt his name together.  Psalm 34:3 How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity! Psalm 133:1 Lord, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, Lord. Repeat them in our day. Habakkuk 3:2a By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. John 13:35 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. John 14:6 Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12

“When you are captivated by Jesus, He holds your full attention.” Isn’t this what we are all praying for? Oh that the generations following behind us would be captivated by Jesus! Listen in to hear how this is actually happening as today Stacy welcomes the one and only Sadie Robertson Huff to the podcast.  Sadie loves the Lord with all her heart, soul, mind, and strength and she is sharing this love with her generation as speaker, best-selling author, and founder of Live Original. Truly the Lord’s faithfulness continues to every generation. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Sadie Robertson Huff is a speaker, New York Times Best-Selling Author, Influencer, and Founder of Live Original. Communicating as a sister and friend, Huff is on a mission to use her influence to reach her generation with the message of Christ. Huff is the host of the popular podcast WHOA, That’s Good, which reached more than a million unique downloads after only 15 episodes. Her Live Original Blog, features encouraging and transparent messages from Huff and her closest friends. She recently launched her exclusive, online community and App, LO Sister, which is designed to cultivate sisterhood through bible studies and workshops. You can learn more about Sadie Robertson Huff at LiveOrginal.com or by following her on Instagram @legitsadierob. BOOKS BY SADIE ROBERTSON HUFF:  Who Are You Following? Live Original: How the Duck Commander Teen Keeps It Real and Stays True to Her Values Live Original Devotional Life Just Got Real: A Live Original Novel LINKS: Live Original MOMS IN PRAYER New to Moms in Prayer? Find Out More!  PRAY with Moms in Your Community for Your Children Support Our Mission SCRIPTURES: (NIV unless noted) For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 139:13-14 Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it. Proverbs 4:23 What has been will be again,what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun. Ecclesiastes 1:9 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth evil. For out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks. Luke 6:45 (NKJV) Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. John 14:6 Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12

“At the time of our creation, God knit into you and me all we would need to fight the battle for our children’s return.”  God is so good!  Today Stacy speaks with our Mississippi State Coordinator, Teresa Newcomer.  Teresa has walked through many storms in this life and she is going to point us to the hope that is strong and trustworthy, an anchor for our souls.  This episode will encourage everyone who is looking for hope, especially hope for prodigals.  About our Guest: Teresa Newcomer is honored to serve as Mississippi’s first Moms in Prayer State Coordinator. She first became a group leader and started a group for her son’s school in 2013, not realizing God was preparing her for leadership as an Area Coordinator and then State Coordinator in 2017. Nothing makes her happier than sharing the joy of praying for children and schools. She enjoys every opportunity to speak to churches and women’s groups about the power of prayer. Teresa and her husband, Will, have been married nearly 35 years and have a daughter, 27, and a son, 22. They enjoy traveling, discovering new places and   have been blessed by many years of being involved in volunteer missions both at home and abroad. Links: https://momsinprayer.org/get-involved/join-a-group/moms-praying-for-prodigals/ https://momsinprayer.org/get-involved/start-a-group/             To give to the ministry of Moms in Prayer: Support Our Mission | Moms In Prayer International             Moms in Prayer International- www.MomsInPrayer.org Scriptures:  Psalm 71:14 (NIV) “As for me, I will always have hope.” Isaiah 60:4 (NIV) “Lift up your eyes and look about you: All assemble and come to you; your sons come from afar, and your daughters are carried on the hip.” Jeremiah 31:16-17 (NIV) This is what the Lord says “Restrain your voice from weeping and your eyes from tears, for your work will be rewarded,” declares the Lord.“They will return from the land of the enemy. So there is hope for your descendants,” declares the Lord. “Your children will return to their own land.” Luke 18:7-8 (NIV) And will not God bring about justice for his chosen ones, who cry out to him day and night? Will he keep putting them off?  I tell you, he will see that they get justice, and quickly. However, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on the earth?” John 16:33 (NIV) “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Acts 17:25 (NIV) “And he is not served by human hands, as if he needed anything. Rather, he himself gives everyone life and breath and everything else.“

“Don’t let the air pods and eye rolls sway you. Your kids are listening. You are making a difference!” Today Stacy welcomes Hillary Morgan Ferrer and Amy Davison of Mama Bear Apologetics to the podcast for an important and timely discussion. It’s a double portion of wisdom, encouragement, and hope as Hillary and Amy offer their expertise in an area many of us struggle, having “the talk” with our children. About our Guests: Hillary Morgan Ferrer, founder of Mama Bear Apologetics®, has a burden for providing accessible apologetics resources for busy moms. She has a master’s in biology, and her specialties are scientific apologetics, dealing with doubt, and identifying causes and solutions for youth leaving the church.   Amy Davison is a former Air Force veteran-turned-writer and podcast cohost for Mama Bear Apologetics®. She received her MA in Christian apologetics from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and loves helping parents raise their children to be warriors in the faith. She specializes in biblical sexuality, how to incorporate apologetics into parenting, and cultural challenges to the faith. Books: “Mama Bear Apologetics” by Hillary Morgan Ferrrer “Mama Bear Apologetics-Guide to Sexuality” by Hillary Morgan Ferrer with Amy Davison Links: https://mamabearapologetics.com/ https://momsinprayer.org/get-involved/start-a-group/             To give to the ministry of Moms in Prayer: Support Our Mission | Moms In Prayer International             Moms in Prayer International- www.MomsInPrayer.org

“The tongue is a daily reminder and motivation to purify the heart.” It sure is! Oh how we all want to be gracious, but how?   Today‘s guest is the one and only Fern Nichols, founder of Moms in Prayer International.  Listen in as Fern shares the pathway to graciousness available to us all as God’s children. This message is timeless treasure from our Moms in Prayer archives.   It’s a message that gets right to the heart of the matter because truly, graciousness is a matter of the heart.     About our Guest: Fern Nichols is a former elementary school teacher and the founder of Moms in Prayer International, a prayer movement that mobilizes women around the world to gather together to pray for their children and schools. In 1984, Fern was fearful about sending her two eldest children off to junior high. She knew the school would be a battlefield for their hearts and minds. She realized the warfare would be intense and to fight in this battle she needed to invite other moms to pray. She called a mom and asked her to pray with her for their children and school. Her response was an immediate “yes,” and that was the humble beginning of Moms in Prayer that now spans the USA in every state and is in more than 150 countries.Fern has traveled to almost every continent in the world speaking, teaching and training women how to pray effectively.She and her husband Rle have been married 53 years. They were involved with Campus Crusade for Christ (now CRU) for 15 years. They have four children and 10 grandchildren. Books: “Moms in Prayer: Standing in the Gap for Your Children” by Fern Nichols “Moms Little Book of Powerful Prayers” by Fern Nichols “The Moms in Prayer Booklet” by Fern Nichols Links: https://momsinprayer.org/new-to-moms-in-prayer/ To give to the ministry of Moms in Prayer: Support Our Mission | Moms In Prayer International Moms in Prayer International- www.MomsInPrayer.org

“Huge breakthroughs come in answer to prayer.”  Yes they do! Today Stacy welcomes the President of National School Project, Mark Hopson to the podcast.   Listen in as Mark tells his story from growing up on the mission field in the Czech Republic to his call to the mission field of public schools in America. You don’t want to miss a moment as Mark testifies to what He has seen the Lord do in answer to earnest, continual, persistent prayer.  About our Guest: Mark Hopson has been with National School Project for fourteen years, beginning in 2003 as a Campus Mentor while attending Biola University. After graduating in 2006, he joined NSP full-time as a Chapter Director for the greater Los Angeles area and served in this position for seven years during which time he received an M.A. in New Testament from Talbot School of Theology. In 2013, Mark moved his family to Chicago, IL, to start three new ministry chapters at Trinity International University, Moody Bible Institute, and Wheaton College, launching what would become a brand new ministry hub to service the Midwest. In 2017, Mark became NSP’s second president. Mark and his wife Shelley both grew up as missionary kids and now live in Wheaton, IL with their four young children: Abigail, Anna, Luke & Caleb. Links: https://nationalschoolproject.com/ https://www.meantformore.org/ https://momsinprayer.org/training-channel/ https://momsinprayer.org/get-involved/start-a-group/             To give to the ministry of Moms in Prayer: Support Our Mission | Moms In Prayer International             Moms in Prayer International- www.MomsInPrayer.org

“There is never a need you are going to face that God has not covered in His word and even more in His character.” Today Stacy sits down with best-selling author, speaker, and Moms in Prayer mom, Jodie Berndt.  She is here to share about the gift of praying God’s own words back to Him; how the whole Bible is meant not just to be read, but also to be prayed through. Listen in as Jodie shares the treasures the Lord revealed to her as she responded to His invitation to abide in His presence.     About our Guest:  Jodie Berndt is a popular speaker and the author of ten books, including the bestselling Praying the Scriptures series for Children, Teens, and Adult Children. Jodie has been a guest on shows like Focus on the Family, The 700 Club, and the Don’t Mom Alone podcast, and her writing has been featured on Fox News, Proverbs 31 Ministries, and in several family and parenting magazines. A former television producer and on-air personality, Jodie has been married to her UVA sweetheart, Robbie, for 35 years. They have four adult children and live in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Books: “Praying the Scriptures for Your Life” by Jodie Berndt “Praying Scriptures for Your Children” by Jodie Berndt Links: https://momsinprayer.org/events/global-day-of-prayer-fasting-2022/ https://momsinprayer.org/get-involved/start-a-group/             To give to the ministry of Moms in Prayer: Support Our Mission | Moms In Prayer International             Moms in Prayer International- www.MomsInPrayer.org

“Our part is to rise up bold in the strength of the Lord, to move forward in prayer and then watch God unleash His power.”  Today Stacy talks with Sally Burke, the president of Moms in Prayer International, about the great opportunity we have to impact an entire generation through prayer.  What a vital topic to ponder as we enter a new year! Listen in as Sally inspires us to rise up and pray as she takes us through Psalm 138.  About our Guest: Sally Burke, is a dynamic speaker, teacher, author and the President of Moms in Prayer International. She leads a worldwide ministry that equips and encourages women in the transforming power of prayer. As a child growing up in Florida, Sally was fascinated with the space program and began her career as a space shuttle engineer with a Master of Science in Management. After her marriage and the birth of two children, Sally and her husband came to faith in Christ, and Moms in Prayer soon became a top priority. She and her husband Ed now have four grown children, a son-in-law, two daughters-in-law and four grandchildren. In her leisure time, you’ll find Sally on a walk/run, curled up with a good book or enjoying the company of friends. Books: Unshaken by Cyndie Claypool de Neve and Sally Burke Raise Them Up by Cyndie Claypool de Neve and Sally Burke Start With Praise! by Cyndie Claypool de Neve and Sally Burke Links: https://momsinprayer.org/events/global-day-of-prayer-fasting-2022/ https://momsinprayer.org/get-involved/start-a-group/             To give to the ministry of Moms in Prayer: Support Our Mission | Moms In Prayer International             Moms in Prayer International- www.MomsInPrayer.org