The Warrior Mama Podcast

Tantrums, strong moods, and big feelings are part of growing up. In this episode, Bethany talks about how we can walk with our children in these moments, pointing them to Jesus with kindness, mercy, and grace.We explore how to meet children where they are, remember their perspective, and share God’s Word in practical ways. Bethany emphasizes following God’s pattern of love, using undistracted time, active listening, and thoughtful questions to help children feel truly seen and heard.This episode is not about preventing tantrums. It is about guiding children toward self-control, nurturing attachment, and showing them God’s love through our patience and example.https://bethanykimsey.co - Want to learn more about Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline Conversations and A Warrior Mama's prayers Journal. Get Your Ticket -- Join us at Rooted! April 17-18, 2026 in Albany, GA

In this episode, Bethany speaks directly to the heart of motherhood and the weight, purpose, and calling within it. In seasons of exhaustion, doubt, or comparison, it is easy to lose sight of what our role truly is. This conversation is a reminder to come back to the foundation.God has given you this role with intention. You were created first for relationship with Him, and from that relationship flows the way you lead, love, and guide your children.Bethany shares about surrender and dependence, especially in moments when you feel stretched thin. When you are struggling, it is not about trying harder in your own strength. It is about allowing His power to work through you. God makes His appeal through willing hearts. As mothers, we become ambassadors of His love inside our homes.If you have been questioning your impact or wondering whether you are enough, this episode will remind you that God equips the women He calls. Your role matters. Your obedience matters. And through surrender, He works powerfully in you and through you for your children.https://bethanykimsey.coGet Your Ticket

Bethany dives into how we can bring life, purpose, and direction to our parenting by looking at where our children are in their spiritual journey. She talks about meeting our kids where they are and asking God for wisdom to guide us in walking alongside them.In this episode, Bethany explores the different ages and stages of childhood—from preschool through the teen years and shares practical ways to have meaningful conversations with Jesus at each stage. She gives examples from her own home and experiences, offering guidance for helping children understand their worth in God and see themselves through His eyes.Parenting in gospel truth isn’t always easy, but by understanding the unique needs of each stage, we can remind our children of God’s love and guide them in their spiritual growth.For more resources and to connect with Bethany, visit bethanykimsey.co.

In this episode, Bethany shares the five pillars she returns to in her role as a mother. These pillars serve as anchor points during seasons when motherhood feels heavy or when it’s hard to stay in tune.Bethany talks about the importance of remembering that our children are souls in need of a Savior and how that truth shapes a gentle, grounded approach to parenting. She shares why asking for God’s wisdom matters, how learning the gospel deeply changes perspective, and what it looks like to parent as an ambassador rather than from a place of control.The conversation also touches on listening and discernment, interceding for our children through prayer, and the need for community with other women. Bethany closes with encouragement to stay rooted in how God sees your children and to talk to God with them as you walk through motherhood.Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Course: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

In this episode, Bethany joins the conversation to talk honestly about discipline, especially the seasons when it feels constant, exhausting, and emotionally heavy.She shares from her own experience of walking through a season where her children were triggering frustration and anger, and how isolating that can feel as a parent. Bethany names the reality of being worn down by repeated correction and the temptation to discipline from irritation instead of intention.Throughout the episode, she unpacks six core truths that serve as guardrails for discipline. These truths help parents respond with peace, love, and joy rather than reaction. She reminds listeners that every child has deep value, that God desires relationship with them, and that behavior or sin does not define who a child is.Bethany emphasizes heart motivation over surface behavior, encouraging parents to remember their role as stewards and shepherds, not controllers. She points parents back to God’s heart, His kindness, forgiveness, and patience, and challenges them to model that same posture in discipline.This episode reframes discipline as an opportunity to guide a child out of their mess and toward restoration, connection, and grace.Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Course: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

There are endless opinions on what it means to be a “good mom,” and it’s easy to let outside voices and debates creep into our homes. Bethany explores how to root your parenting in the gospel, not the noise. She shares how to stay grounded in God’s Word, hold the gospel high in your home, and resist the pressure to measure up to everyone else’s standards.Bethany also emphasizes the power of our words. Speaking kindly and intentionally over our children creates a pathway for their growth and sets the tone for your home. She encourages moms to seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit and trust that walking with Jesus will teach you exactly what you need to know.Motherhood is not meant to be done alone. Bethany reminds us why community with like-minded moms is essential, helping us stay focused on what truly matters and avoid distractions from foolish debates.This episode is for any mom wanting to parent with confidence, clarity, and gospel-centered conviction.Grab this free resource to guide gospel-centered conversationshttps://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/jesus-centered-disciplineAnchoring Your Motherhood in the Gospelhttps://bethanykimsey.co/products/reset-anchoring-your-motherhood-in-gospel-truthsLearning the Art of Discipline Conversationshttps://bethanykimsey.co/products/learning-the-art-of-gospel-discipline-conversations

In this episode, Bethany is joined by her husband Troy to talk about disobedience in children and what parents actually do in the moment it shows up.They speak honestly about mistakes they’ve made and what 27 years of parenting has taught them. Disobedience isn’t treated as surprising or alarming. It’s named as a normal part of raising kids and something parents should expect.Bethany and Troy talk about why disobedience often feels personal, how quickly parents move into reaction, and why learning to pause matters. They walk through how to look at what motivated the behavior and how to respond with clarity instead of control.The conversation also breaks down what obedience and disobedience really mean, the different places children can be in when they disobey, and how these moments can be used for instruction rather than power struggles.This episode gives parents a clear way to think about disobedience and a steadier framework for responding when it happens.Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Course: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

As the new year begins, Bethany invites parents to pause and reflect on a deeper question: Do we have a clear, God given vision for where our children are going?In this episode, Bethany explores what it means to seek God’s perspective in parenting and trust that He has uniquely designed each parent for the children they are raising. God knows our children intimately, is fully attentive to their lives, and is actively at work in their growth and development. He invites us to see them the same way He does.Bethany shares practical ways to bring confusion, frustration, and moments of perceived failure before the Lord through intentional reflection, writing, and prayer. Drawing from Jeremiah 33:3, this conversation emphasizes praying God’s Word and becoming students of our children as we learn to parent with clarity and purpose.This episode encourages parents to let God’s way inform their motherhood and begin the year grounded in His perspective rather than their own.Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Course: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

In this final episode before Christmas, Bethany opens Isaiah 9 and talks through what it means to call Jesus the Lord of Hosts. She explains the passage in a clear, grounded way and reflects on what God’s zeal actually looks like in real life, not just in scripture.If you are heading into Christmas feeling like you have done all the planning, all the hosting, and all the preparing, yet still wondering if Jesus is really present in the middle of it all, this episode offers reassurance. He is with you, fully invested, and not distant from your everyday Christmas moments.Merry Christmas.

The holidays can be messy. Between hurried schedules, unexpected conflicts, and moments that don’t go as planned, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.This special re-air is part of a six-episode series exploring the names of Jesus. In this episode, Bethany reflects on Jesus as our Intercessor. Just as a child might step in to defend a sibling after an accident, Jesus speaks on our behalf before God. He advocates for us, provides righteousness, and offers spiritual blessings so we can rest in his grace and hope.Purchase the Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal: https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journalConnect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Advent Devotional: https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/advent?

This special re-air is part of a six-episode series exploring the names of Jesus. Each episode is designed to help you navigate the tensions, overwhelm, and unexpected chaos that often come with the Christmas season.In this episode, Bethany dives into scripture to unpack what it means that Jesus is our Living Water. Understanding this name requires seeing the vital role water played for the Hebrews—and realizing the deep ways Jesus satisfies our thirst today.Bethany encourages listeners to reflect: What are you most desperate for this week? Affirmation, truth, hope, or satisfaction? Jesus offers a constant flow of replenishment, healing, and steadiness to meet those needs daily.Purchase the Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal: https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journalConnect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Advent Devotional: https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/advent?

This special re-air is part of a six-episode series focused on the names of Jesus. Each episode is designed to help you navigate the tensions, overwhelm, and unexpected chaos that often come with the Christmas season.In this episode, Bethany explores why Jesus is called the Great Shepherd and what this name means for us today. During the holidays, it’s easy to get caught up in lists and busyness, but Jesus tends to us, guiding us toward peace, contentment, and purpose even amid the chaos.Take a moment to pause, listen, and let the Great Shepherd lead you through the season with calm and clarity.Purchase the Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal: https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journalConnect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Advent Devotional: https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/advent?

This is a special re-air as we move into a six-episode series focused on the names of Jesus. Each episode is designed to help you settle the tensions, overwhelm, and unexpected chaos that often rise during the Christmas season.In today’s brief but meaningful episode, Bethany reflects on Jesus as our helper. She shares a personal story that reminded her what happens when we stop trying to manage everything alone and allow Him to meet us in the middle of the mess. If you have ever felt like you made a mess of Christmas or drifted from what matters most, you are not left to sort it out by yourself. He wants to help you heal, and He stays committed even when life feels scattered.Join Bethany each day as she revisits another name of Jesus in the days leading up to Christmas. Each episode offers a quiet moment to breathe, reconnect, and remember who holds this season together.Purchase the Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal: https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journalConnect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Advent Devotional: https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/advent?

Welcome back to the kitchen table at Christmastime. In this reair, join Bethany as she continues her six-episode journey exploring the many names of Jesus to help you navigate the tensions, overwhelm, and chaos of the Christmas season.Bethany shares a nugget of truth in each episode to help listeners find peace, joy, and purpose by fixing their eyes on Jesus. Amid the rush of preparations, errands, and holiday tasks, she shows how laying it all before Him can help you focus on the true meaning of Christmas.Purchase the Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal: https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journalConnect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Advent Devotional: https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/advent?

Bethany answers a question every parent faces.“How do I help my kids grow in gratitude when the world pushes entitlement?”Bethany walks through three patterns she often sees in her own home: possessiveness, selfishness, and entitlement. She explains how each one can open the door to meaningful and Gospel centered conversations. She also shares how these patterns show up at different ages and how we can respond with grace instead of frustration.Bethany reminds us that these moments begin with our own hearts. Before we lead our kids toward gratitude, we often need to notice where we feel discontent or deserving ourselves.In a culture that centers everything around a child’s comfort and happiness, this episode helps bring us back to what truly matters: humility, character, and a Gospel shaped view of gratitude.Join the newsletter:https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/prayerguide

In this episode, Bethany opens up about the pressure so many moms feel to perform, measure up, and hold everything together. She shares how that weight can start to lift when we let the gospel actually run through our motherhood. Understanding that you are already complete in him changes everything. It softens the constant self-judgment, eases the pressure to prove yourself, and opens space to experience real peace, even in the small, ordinary moments of the day.Bethany reminds us of the truths that steady us. God’s love never pulls away and is not earned by our performance. His joy is full and complete, not dependent on how our day went or how our kids respond to us. His peace is present even when life feels chaotic. And when the pressure rises, he invites us to reconnect, to pour out our worries, and to rest in the reality that we are fully and completely loved.These truths are drawn from John 15:8, John 15:11, John 14, and John 14:18–20, grounding us in the reality that our worth, our joy, and our peace come from God, not from what we do or how we perform. This episode is an invitation to let those truths settle deeply into your motherhood so you can move from pressure to peace and breathe a little easier each day.Join the newsletter:https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/prayerguide

Can we truly walk as mothers and women of worship in a world that tells us worry is part of being a good mom? In this episode, Bethany shares what it means to move from a posture of worry to one of worship and how that shift begins with surrender.We talk about the pressures moms carry such as screentime, food, friendships, and milestones. It is easy to believe that worrying shows we care. But what if God is inviting us to lay those worries down? What if we can trust Him even when we do not have all the answers?This conversation also looks at the connection between worry and shame and the weight we carry when we feel like we have wrecked it as moms. You will hear reminders of grace, redemption, and the truth that you have not ruined anything beyond God’s ability to renew.Know Him. Surrender what you are holding. Stand in the truth of the gospel.If you have been holding tight to worry or shame, this episode is an invitation to release it. Trust that God is regrowing what was once broken and let worship rise in its place.Join Identity Defined Grab the Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal: https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journalGet on Bethany's Newsletter: https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/prayerguide

Have you ever been so overwhelmed that even praying felt hard? The kind of heavy where you know God is good, but your mind can’t keep up with your heart?In this episode of The Warrior Mama Podcast, Bethany shares what God taught her in one of those seasons. With eight children, health challenges, and more on her plate than most could imagine, she asked God how to keep moving forward when it all felt like too much. His response was simple but powerful: build an altar.She takes us back to Joshua 4, where God told the Israelites to gather stones from the Jordan River as a reminder of His faithfulness. Bethany began doing the same in her own life, collecting stones of Scripture, answered prayers, and moments where God showed up in quiet ways. Those reminders became anchors when the overwhelm tried to take over.This conversation is for the mom who wants to feel grounded again. It’s a reminder that when life feels heavy, God hasn’t gone anywhere. You can build your own altar right where you are, remembering the ways He’s already been faithful. If you’ve been longing for peace and perspective in the middle of the busy, this episode will meet you there.Join Identity Defined Grab the Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal: https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journalGet on Bethany's Newsletter: https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/prayerguide

What do you do when you’ve been praying and it feels like God isn’t moving? When you’re waiting on Him to act, and it seems like He’s quiet? Bethany talks about what it really looks like to wait on the Lord with strength and courage when you can’t see or understand his plan. Through Psalm 27, she shares how she’s learning to anchor her heart in God’s promises instead of her emotions. This isn’t about pretending the waiting is easy but instead it’s about holding on to hope when the answers haven’t come yet.Bethany opens up about her own seasons of frustration and the temptation to take control when God feels silent. She explores how our desire for self-sufficiency can pull us away from trust, and how courage starts to grow when we fix our eyes back on Him.If you’re in a season where it feels like nothing is happening, this episode will remind you that waiting isn’t wasted. God is working, even when you can’t see it—and there’s strength to be found right there in the waiting.Grab the Warrior Mama's Prayer Journal: https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journalGet on Bethany's Newsletter: https://warriormotherhood.myflodesk.com/prayerguide

What does it really take to co-parent well, raise children with intention, and keep your marriage strong? Bethany and Troy break it down. They share the real story of working together as parents, navigating strengths and weaknesses, and raising their children with purpose.They explore questions every parent wonders: Are we the only ones parenting this way? Are we messing things up? They reflect on their journey, including whether they planned to have eight kids and how their focus on discipline and behavior has shifted as God has reshaped their perspective.Bethany and Troy also discuss their long-term vision for parenting, why the heart matters more than behavior, and how to cultivate a home environment that encourages growth and understanding. They share insights on avoiding the trap of treating children as “products” and instead guiding them with love and intentionality.This episode is a heartfelt, real conversation on marriage, co-parenting, and the everyday realities of raising a family

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Today Bethany is talking about something every mom wrestles with at some point — how do I steward this season with my children, and how do I do it well?Bethany shares what it’s looked like for her to trust that God gave her the exact children she was meant to raise — no mistakes, no mix-ups. This conversation is an invitation to see motherhood through God’s eyes and to remember that our role isn’t to perfect our kids or keep up with everyone else, but to guide them toward Jesus. We talk about what it means to weave faith into everyday life, to pray with real dependence, and to equip our kids to stand strong in a world that pulls at their hearts.If you’ve been feeling stretched, uncertain, or just in need of a reminder that you were chosen on purpose for your family, this episode will steady you in truth and point you back to the heart of God.Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Course: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Bethany shares the story behind the Warrior Mama Podcast — how God gave her the name, what it represents, and why this message matters for every mother navigating both the challenges and joys of motherhood.She explains that being a warrior mama isn’t about striving or perfection. It’s about recognizing that motherhood is a spiritual calling. One where God equips, strengthens, and stands beside you in every moment. Bethany reminds listeners that God has already given them the victory, and through Him, they can parent from peace instead of pressure.Bethany breaks down the nine foundational truths of warrior motherhood that will guide the podcast. She shows how each truth comes from Scripture and applies to real, everyday moments — from feeling weary to standing firm when life feels chaotic.Throughout the episode, Bethany highlights Scriptures that inspire and strengthen mothers, including Ephesians 6:10–18, which calls us to put on the full armor of God, Isaiah 41:10, a reminder that He is with us and will strengthen us, and 2 Corinthians 2:14, showing that we are already walking in Christ’s victory, even in the hard days of motherhood.This episode invites mothers to see themselves as equipped and empowered through God, to parent with confidence, and to trust his presence in every moment. Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Course: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Bethany understands how heavy and messy certain seasons of motherhood can feel. Maybe you’re in one right now, feeling worn down, unsure, or even questioning if you like being a mom at all. You’re not the only one, and you’re not alone. Motherhood can feel overwhelming, but there is work God is doing in you, even when it doesn’t feel like it.In this episode, Bethany shares her own experience walking through seasons she hasn’t always loved and the honest emotions that come with them. She encourages you to return to the Lord, asking how you can delight in him even in the midst of mess and doubt. She gently reminds us that softening our hearts, leaning into God’s care, and trusting his guidance can make even the hardest seasons feel manageable.There’s hope here for every mom who feels defeated or unsure. Bethany’s words are an invitation to pause, connect with God, and see his presence in your life, right where you are.Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Course: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

Welcome back to The Kitchen Table with Bethany. Bethany reflects on the struggles of motherhood, including the fear, anxiety, and pressure that come from focusing too much on outcomes. She shares how she realized that comparing herself and her children to others kept her trapped in a cycle of performance instead of connection.Bethany shares a word picture God placed in her life: she had hoped for Bradford pear trees but ended up with an oak shrub instead. Initially frustrated, she came to see that God was teaching her an important lesson. Just as an oak takes time to grow, children also develop according to God’s timing. Parenting isn’t about controlling the outcome or performing perfectly—it’s about creating the right environment, supporting growth, and trusting God’s plan for each child.Bethany reflects on the freedom that comes when parents release comparison and fear and focus on the process rather than performance. She encourages parents to stop measuring themselves against others, trust God’s work in their children, and give their kids time and care as they grow.Bethany’s story offers encouragement for parents who feel discouraged, overwhelmed, or uncertain, reminding them that God’s plan for their children is unique. Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Course: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

Welcome back to the Kitchen Table. For the next few episodes, we’re exploring what it looks like to see our children through God’s eyes and let that shape our motherhood.It’s easy to get caught up in “product thinking,” focusing on milestones, outcomes, or trying to fix every struggle. But our children are not projects—they are God’s handiwork, growing and changing in his timing. Even the hardest kids are fully known, fully loved, and fully committed to by Him, and we get to partner with Him rather than carry the weight alone.Shifting to process thinking over product thinking softens the pressure, frees us from unnecessary guilt, and helps us trust God’s work in their hearts. As we lean into His truths and commit to praying for our children each day, we can parent with a kingdom perspective that brings peace and brings glory to God.Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Course: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

Welcome back to the Warrior Mama Podcast! It’s been a while, but Bethany is pulling up a chair at the kitchen table again, and she’s so glad you’re here.In this episode, we’re starting fresh by talking about what it really means to live out a gospel-centered motherhood. It’s a phrase we hear often, but what does it actually look like? How do we connect what we believe to the realities of everyday life with our kids—when the days feel messy, disjointed, and far from picture-perfect?Bethany tackles the underlying question so many moms carry in their hearts: “How do I make my faith make sense in my everyday life?” This isn’t about adding another lecture to your to-do list, but about discovering how the gospel becomes part of the way we love, walk with, and show our kids the heart of the Father.Starting with Colossians 1:28–29, Bethany shares how proclaiming who Jesus is in your motherhood leads to maturity in Christ. This is the foundation we build on, the starting point for everything else. Before we get into the “how-to’s,” we have to begin with knowing what the gospel is and how it anchors our motherhood.So grab your coffee, pull up a chair, and join Bethany as we go back to the beginning—because living a gospel-centered motherhood starts here.Connect with Bethany: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/Join The Warrior Mama Podcast: https://www.bethanykimsey.com/courses

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Those words we hear from our kid “well, you just don’t love me!" "I hate you!" Words flung in frustration, yet they cut deep. The lie creeps in: What if they really don’t love me?But feelings in the moment don’t define the truth. Who loves you? God does.John 15:9 says, "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love." His love is steady, unshaken by emotions.If you struggle to feel loved, remember—Romans 8:37-39 declares that nothing separates us from God’s love. It’s beyond measure, poured out, filling every empty space.Let his love steady you, so you can keep loving your children even through the hard moments.Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline ConversationsThis 4-week private podcast and workbook course teaches you how to approach discipline with a framework that goes beyond correcting behavior. Learn to help your children understand their motivations, practice self-reflection, and incorporate prayer and blessings into your discipline moments.Learn more and sign up here.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyPurchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. It’s easy to believe the lie: I could so easily mess my kids up.You feel unequipped, uncertain, and the voice in your head whispers, you’re going to get this wrong. The pressure is everywhere—social media, parenting books, comparison. It all points to some impossible gold standard of motherhood, convincing you that if you don’t get it exactly right, you’ll fail your children.But your motherhood was never meant to look like anyone else’s.God leads you in motherhood. He makes promises, and he keeps them. Colossians 1 reminds us that he is the one who equips us fully. He holds it all—your strengths, your struggles, your children’s needs.There isn’t a gold standard of motherhood that matters. There is a God-standard. And, he promises to walk with you through it all.You can let go of the fear that you’ll mess your kids up, because he is in control. Your job isn’t perfection—it’s trust. Walk with him in raising your children, and rest in the truth that he is more than enough.Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline ConversationsThis 4-week private podcast and workbook course teaches you how to approach discipline with a framework that goes beyond correcting behavior. Learn to help your children understand their motivations, practice self-reflection, and incorporate prayer and blessings into your discipline moments.Learn more and sign up here.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyPurchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood has a way of making perfection feel like the goal. We chase it relentlessly—the perfect routines, the perfect responses, the perfect balance of patience and discipline. We convince ourselves there’s a standard we should meet.This lie catches us fast.We snap at our children and hear, you always mess up. We make a mistake and think, I’ll never get this right. The weight of it presses down, convincing us that if we could just try harder, do better, be more—we’d finally measure up.But here’s the truth: You don’t need to be perfect. You are forgiven.Ephesians 1 reminds us that we have redemption through Christ, that his grace covers us. Motherhood isn’t about proving ourselves; it’s about learning under forgiveness. When we sin against our children, we don’t have to carry shame. We get to model repentance. We get to show them what it looks like to walk in grace.You were never meant to be perfect. You were meant to be redeemed.Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline ConversationsThis 4-week private podcast and workbook course teaches you how to approach discipline with a framework that goes beyond correcting behavior. Learn to help your children understand their motivations, practice self-reflection, and incorporate prayer and blessings into your discipline moments.Learn more and sign up here.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyPurchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood changes everything. Before kids, you had freedom—quiet mornings, spontaneous plans, uninterrupted thoughts. Now, your days are filled with constant needs, endless noise, and the weight of responsibility. And sometimes, if you're honest, you miss the old you.The lie creeps in: you’re missing out. You see friends traveling, pursuing careers, or simply having a moment to themselves, and it stirs something in you. Discontentment sneaks in, whispering that you’ve lost yourself. That life was better before.But Colossians 3:1-4 reminds us to set our minds on things above. The truth is, you are not missing out—you are walking in a calling. God isn’t rattled by your longing or your weariness. Every moment—messy, mundane, beautiful—is for his glory. The only way for the lie to die is to replace it with truth. You have not lost yourself. You are in his calling.Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline ConversationsThis 4-week private podcast and workbook course teaches you how to approach discipline with a framework that goes beyond correcting behavior. Learn to help your children understand their motivations, practice self-reflection, and incorporate prayer and blessings into your discipline moments.Learn more and sign up here.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyPurchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Do you ever say to yourself…"if only this were different, my life would be better." "If only this season were easier."It’s easy to believe these thoughts. They sneak in when exhaustion sets in, when the demands of motherhood feel overwhelming, when we long for a little more freedom, a little more ease. But the enemy thrives on discontentment. Motherhood is a sacrifice. It will cost you time, energy, and peace of mind. But God placed you in this season for a reason. Yet we’re always waiting for the next season, thinking that’s when life will finally feel whole. But Jesus tells us in John 6:35, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry.” Our hunger for something different, something easier, is really a hunger for him.We have to confront the lie that a change in circumstances will satisfy us. It won’t. Only Jesus will. If we don’t sit with him, we will always feel empty. Today, instead of longing for a different season, let’s choose to fill up on the truth: he is enough, and he is here in this season, too.Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline ConversationsThis 4-week private podcast and workbook course teaches you how to approach discipline with a framework that goes beyond correcting behavior. Learn to help your children understand their motivations, practice self-reflection, and incorporate prayer and blessings into your discipline moments.Learn more and sign up here.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyPurchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. It’s easy to believe the lie that we are alone, that no one sees us, that we carry our burdens by ourselves. But scripture reminds us of a greater truth—God is with us, and he is our helper.Bethany shares with us in scripture how God declares himself to be on our side. In Psalm 118:6-7, he stands with us so we have no need to fear. In Psalm 54:4, he is the one who upholds our life. Psalm 59:9-10 reminds us that he is our refuge, the one who goes before us. Isaiah 41:10 assures us that he strengthens and helps us, holding us in his righteous hand. And in John 10:27-30, Jesus promises that nothing can snatch us from him.Over and over, scripture reveals the same truth—God is not distant. He is with us, walking beside us, strengthening and helping us. Where we once believed we were alone, we can replace that lie with the truth: he is our helper, and we can call on him. We are not meant to walk this life by ourselves. He invites us to link arms with him and trust that he will sustain us.Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline ConversationsThis 4-week private podcast and workbook course teaches you how to approach discipline with a framework that goes beyond correcting behavior. Learn to help your children understand their motivations, practice self-reflection, and incorporate prayer and blessings into your discipline moments.Learn more and sign up here.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyPurchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. The enemy tries to plant doubt in our hearts—whispers that no one sees us, no one understands, and that even God has turned away. In motherhood, it’s easy to believe the lie that we are alone in the struggles, unseen in the sacrifices, and left to figure it all out on our own.But Bethany roots mothers in the truth of Scripture, reminding them of God’s promise in Hebrews 13:6—that he is our helper, our strength, and we have no reason to fear. She points to Joshua 1:9, where God assures us that he is always with us, walking beside us through every challenge, every moment of doubt, and every decision we face.Motherhood can feel isolating, but the promise remains—you are not alone.Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline ConversationsThis 4-week private podcast and workbook course teaches you how to approach discipline with a framework that goes beyond correcting behavior. Learn to help your children understand their motivations, practice self-reflection, and incorporate prayer and blessings into your discipline moments.Learn more and sign up here.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyPurchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. It’s easier to spot a lie when we know the truth inside and out. The more time we spend with God, the more we recognize when something doesn’t align with his word. In Genesis 3, the serpent’s deception began with a simple question: “Did God actually say…?” That same tactic is still used today—whispers of doubt that make us question what we know to be true.Lies steal our identity. They layer in doubt, insecurity, and shame. They make us second-guess our values, shifting our foundation if we’re not anchored in God’s truth. But Psalm 19:7-8 reminds us that the word of the Lord is perfect.When we become experts in scripture, we are equipped to stand firm. We don’t have to wonder if we’re being deceived—we can confidently recognize the enemy’s lies and replace them with the truth.Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline ConversationsThis 4-week private podcast and workbook course teaches you how to approach discipline with a framework that goes beyond correcting behavior. Learn to help your children understand their motivations, practice self-reflection, and incorporate prayer and blessings into your discipline moments.Learn more and sign up here.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyPurchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Life as a mom is full of ups and downs, but no matter how tough our days are, we can walk well with Jesus. In Matthew 7:24-27, Jesus teaches us the importance of building our lives on a solid foundation—his truth.When we build our foundation on God's Word, it keeps us grounded, even when things get difficult. Life will still bring challenges, but if we hold fast to the gospel, we won’t be shaken. The key is focusing on the truth of scripture and letting it guide us through the storms of life.Learning the Art of Gospel Discipline Conversations:This 4-week private podcast and workbook course teaches you how to approach discipline with a framework that goes beyond correcting behavior. Learn to help your children understand their motivations, practice self-reflection, and incorporate prayer and blessings into your discipline moments.Learn more and sign up here.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyPurchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. How often do we hold back in prayer, thinking God doesn’t need to hear the small stuff? We bring him the big, overwhelming burdens but hesitate when it comes to the everyday struggles, the tiny worries, or the things we think we should handle on our own. But scripture reminds us—he wants it all.1 Peter 5:7 makes it clear that God cares deeply about us, and because of that, we’re called to cast all our worries on him. Not just the heavy things. Not just the things we can’t fix. All of it.Matthew 6:8 reminds us that God already knows our needs before we even ask. He is fully engaged with us, walking with us through every burden, big or small. If something is weighing on you—even if it feels insignificant—it matters to him.He invites you to bring everything to him. Nothing will be rejected. Nothing is too small. When you’re struggling, cast it at his feet. He is deeply affectionate toward you, and he’s not waiting for only the “big” things.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Motherhood can be overwhelming. From the never-ending laundry to the constant questions about whether you’re doing enough, it can feel like you’re carrying a heavy load. The clutter, the screen time battles, and even the guilt of not always getting it right—sometimes it all adds up.But Psalm 37:5-7 reminds us to “commit your way to the Lord; trust in him and he will do this.” Let go of the weight of perfection and trust that God is guiding you. Let the heavy stones of disappointment and the little pebbles of doubt roll off your shoulders, knowing He is with you every step of the way.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood is exhausting. It’s mentally and emotionally draining. But Jesus is inviting us to come to him with that exhaustion. He doesn’t just want part of it—he wants it all.Bethany reflects on Matthew 11:28-30 and what Jesus is really saying: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” This isn’t just a call—it’s an invitation, especially for mothers.Bethany dives into these scriptures, breaking them down so you can see how they relate to your life. What does rest really mean? It’s peace. It’s hope. It’s Jesus carrying it all for you. Bring all your burdens to Him. He’s the one who can carry it all and give you the rest you truly need.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Bethany knows it’s not just about ignoring the load. It’s about laying it down in a way that doesn’t feel like you’re avoiding it. Jesus is dependable, and he will step in and interject, offering a plan of rescue and redemption.She often finds herself wishing life were easy and predictable, thinking, “If only life were easy…” But in John 10:10, Jesus reminds us that he came to give us life to the fullest. In John 1:16-17, we see his grace and truth in action.Sit with these scriptures. Don’t let the enemy persuade you otherwise. Trust that Jesus will carry the load, and in him, you’ll find the rest and redemption you need.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Bethany knows how easy it is to walk around carrying invisible loads—filled with worries, responsibilities, guilt, and fears. It’s like we’re each holding onto heavy bags, feeling the weight of it all.But Jesus offers us rest. In Matthew 11:28-30, he says, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” He doesn’t just want part of your load—he wants it all.Bethany challenges you to be honest with God. What’s in your bags? What are you holding onto? Write it down. Release it. Trust that the sovereign God wants to carry it for you. Let go, and let him give you the rest you need.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood comes with an invisible load—the mental weight of chores, schedules, worries, and unspoken expectations. It’s more than just a to-do list; it’s the pressure to hold it all together.But Jesus never asked us to carry it alone. Matthew 11:28-30 reminds us to come to him, to trade our heaviness for his rest. Offloading the weight starts with recognizing what we’re carrying, weaving truth into our days, and trusting that rest isn’t something we earn—it’s something we receive.You don’t have to do it all.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. If Bethany could tell her younger self one thing, it’s this: Your calling isn’t a role you play but a position you hold. That truth would have helped her walk more securely, breathe easier, and release the pressure to hold everything together.Bethany loved her career. She thrived in it. Then her path shifted, and suddenly, she was “just a mom.” Losing that title felt like losing a part of herself. But her identity was never in her job—just like it isn’t in being a mom or a wife. These are roles, not identity. They’re assignments for a season, not definitions of who she is.When we tie our identity to what we do, change feels like a crisis. But Colossians 3:17 reminds us, “And whatever you do, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” Our work matters, but it doesn’t define us. We belong to Christ, and that never changes.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. If Bethany could sit down with her younger self, she’d remind her of something important—her practices matter. She thought she could just get by without being intentional, but the truth is, the moments spent in God’s Word and the daily habits are what truly shape everything.Even when exhaustion weighed her down, and all she wanted to do was rest, taking time to sit with God made all the difference. Her heart would wake up, and peace would begin to settle. The atmosphere of her home, the peace she sought, it all started with her choices.There were times when Bethany believed the lies—that things would never change, or that she wasn’t enough—but those thoughts weren’t true. Every day is an opportunity to reorient, to seek God’s presence, and to create peace in her life and home.Your practices today shape what you’ll experience tomorrow. Even on the toughest days, his peace is there, waiting for you.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Bethany would tell her younger self that she sets the temperature in her home. The connection, the peace, the love—it all starts with her.God began to show her that the way she responded, the way she spoke, and the patience she extended shaped the atmosphere her family lived in. 1 Peter 4:8-11 reminded her to love deeply and serve faithfully, but she hadn’t always realized that started within her own walls.She would remind her younger self to seek peace, even when it felt hard. To pause and ask—would I speak to someone else’s child this way? To remember that connection changes everything. When she strengthened the bonds in her home, everything else followed.This truth changed everything. And she’d want her younger self to know—it’s never too late to start.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. ​​Bethany wishes she had learned this earlier: her motherhood was never meant to look like anyone else’s.For too long, she let comparison tell her she was less than. But God never called her to be like other moms—he called her to be a surrendered mother, to seek his  plan for her family. In these moments she turned to Psalm 127:1.So now, she asks him what her motherhood should look like. She studies her children, listens for his guidance, and trusts that he knows exactly what they need.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. If Bethany could tell her younger self one thing, it would be: rigid rules aren’t what your children need. What really helps them thrive is routine and rhythm. Looking back, she sees how God’s order in Genesis 1 and the reminder in 1 Corinthians 14:33 that God is a God of peace, not chaos, shaped her understanding of parenting.Bethany’s children feel secure when they know what to expect. It’s not about strict rules—it’s about creating predictable rhythms that bring peace and comfort. Through routines, she’s found that her children feel settled and confident, something rigid rules could never provide.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. For so long, Bethany believed her children were a reflection of her efforts. If they behaved well, if they were happy, if they met expectations—she felt like she had done her job. And if they struggled? She carried that, too, as if their challenges were proof of her failure.Bethany was looking for a product. Measuring, managing, and holding the weight of an outcome she was never meant to control. But God never asked her to create a finished product. He called her to walk with him in the process.Ephesians 2:10 reminds her that her children are his workmanship, just as she is. Colossians 2:6-7 reminds her to stay rooted in faith, trusting that he is the one shaping their path.Your children are not a product. They are in process—with him. And so are you.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Motherhood comes with pressure—the kind that doesn’t just disappear. Bethany felt it too. The weight of raising good kids, having good days, and building a good life. But that pressure can mount quickly, and when it does, anxiety rises.So where do we run when it feels unbearable?Philippians 4:6-7 reminds us that God offers peace that steadies our hearts and minds. He doesn’t ask us to carry it all alone. He wants to lift the weight. Bethany had to learn that, and maybe today, you need the reminder too. Let Him.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal

Welcome back to the kitchen table. Parenting has been a journey of growth for Bethany. Looking back, there are a few things she wishes she could have told her younger self.In those early years of motherhood, she often found herself overwhelmed by fear, worry, and the constant question, "Am I doing this right?" It was easy to become paralyzed by the thought of making a mistake, but Bethany knows now that those feelings were real and part of the process.When emotions felt too heavy to manage, Bethany turned to Psalm 27. It became a place of peace and reassurance during times of uncertainty. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by emotions, know you’re not alone.Connect with Bethany hereFollow her on Instagram @bethanykimseyStop feeling defeated in your motherhood. Join the Reset:Anchoring Your Motherhood in Gospel Truths course and transform your story in just 6 weeks. Grab your spot here. Purchase the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal https://bethanykimsey.co/products/a-warrior-mamas-prayer-journal