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Practical ways moms can pray with Jodie ...

Courtney DeFeo and Christian Parenting
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It’s time for another school year. I am sure you’ve shopped for backpacks and school supplies and all of the things. Have you made a plan for how you will pray for your kids this year? I would argue it’s one of the most important things you can do for your family.


Today’s guest is prayer warrior, author, TV host, speaker and Bible teacher, Jodie Berdnt. She has authored a series of books entitled Praying Scriptures. She has a book for little kids, teens up to adults. During our chat, she shows us some practical ways we can use God’s word to pray for our kids. Watch this episode on YouTube so you can see the little hands she traces for her kids and grandkids. So cute!


My favorite part is that she talks about the biggest benefit or praying for our kids. Prayer unlocks the door to peace and security as a mom. I loved her encouragement that we can simply let go through the process of prayer. We can acknowledge that God is doing the work and He really cares for our kids. He can accomplish things that we never could as a mom. Wow! It’s just what I needed to hear at the start of another school year.


Love,

Courtney


Chapters

(00:00) Introduction and Personal Background

(02:54) The Importance of Local Community

(05:24) Prayer and Its Impact on Parenting

(07:54) The Journey of Praying Scriptures for Children

(11:19) Transformative Power of Prayer

(13:57) Practical Prayer Strategies for Moms

(16:43) Long-Term Prayer for Children

(19:37) Praying for Teens and Young Adults

(22:20) Encouragement for Moms

(24:59) Closing Thoughts and Blessings



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Resources from today’s show:

Camp Winshape

Brave Books

Connect with Jodie

Jodie’s Books

MomLife - Jodie’s show 

Moms in Prayer

 

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