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Have you ever wondered how to anoint your home with oil? Is it biblical, what kind of oil should you use, and what should you pray as you walk through each room? If you've been wanting to learn how to pray over your home and cover your family in prayer, this episode is for you!

In this 100th episode 🥳 of The Purpose of Motherhood, Ashlee Kasten answers these questions and walks you through how to dedicate your home to the Lord and cover your family in prayer. Discover what Scripture says about anointing oil, the blood of Jesus, and spiritual warfare, and learn practical ways to pray over your children, marriage, and every room in your house.

Whether you're moving into a new home, walking through a difficult season, or simply wanting to establish a home rooted in prayer, this episode will equip you with biblical encouragement and practical steps to get started.

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IN THIS EPISODE 🎙️

(00:00) Celebrating 100 Episodes of The Purpose of Motherhood

(02:25) The Complete Guide to Spiritual Warfare for Moms

(04:37) What Does the Bible Say About Anointing Your Home?

(09:05) What Kind of Oil Should You Use to Anoint Your Home?

(10:50) What to Pray When Anointing Your Home

(12:30) When and How to Anoint Your Home

(13:46) Why Anoint Your Home? Spiritual Protection Through Prayer

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🎧 Join us next Monday for another episode in our Spiritual Warfare for Christian Moms series as we explore how to stand on God's Word, seek His wisdom, and pray with confidence over our families.

Are you praying for your children but wondering if your prayers are making a difference? In this episode of the Purpose of Motherhood podcast, Ashlee Kasten encourages Christian moms to pray persistently and with confidence—even when the answers seem delayed.

Through the stories of the Canaanite mother in Matthew 15 and the persistent widow in Luke 18, discover what Scripture teaches us about persistent prayer. You don't need perfect words or unwavering feelings to pray faithfully. You can come to God through Jesus, trust His Word, and continue seeking Him through every season of motherhood.

When our children are struggling or we face situations we don't know how to navigate, it's easy to feel helpless. This episode offers biblical encouragement to understand your authority in Christ and a powerful reminder to keep praying, even when you don't see the answers.

Want practical guidance for praying for your children and covering your home in prayer? ✨JOIN THE WAITLIST✨ for my Complete Guide to Spiritual Warfare for Moms.

IN THIS EPISODE 🎙️

(00:00) How to Pray with Authority Over Your Children

(01:37) Facing Fear and Uncertainty During Pregnancy

(05:50)The Canaanite Mother: An Example of Persistent Prayer

(08:26) Three Lessons for Praying with Authority

(10:49) Our Direct Access to the Father Through Jesus

(11:54) Why Persistent Prayer Matters

(15:18) Keep Your Spiritual Eyes Open

(19:04) Covering Your Home and Family in Prayer

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🎧 Join us next Monday for another episode in our Spiritual Warfare for Christian Moms series as we explore how to stand on God's Word, seek His wisdom, and pray with confidence over our families.

Have you been struggling with fear, anxiety, anger, people-pleasing, or recurring patterns you just can't seem to break?

In Episode 98 of the Purpose of Motherhood Podcast, Ashlee Kasten shares how Christian moms can recognize spiritual strongholds, identify open doors, and find freedom through the power of Jesus Christ.

Ashlee unpacks what the Bible says about spiritual warfare, how strongholds can take root in our thinking, and how unresolved wounds, lies, unforgiveness, repeated sin patterns, and generational struggles may be affecting our lives and homes. Through Scripture, personal testimony, and practical steps, she explains how to begin breaking unhealthy patterns and building a faith-filled home rooted in God's truth.

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IN THIS EPISODE 🎙️

(00:00) Spiritual Warfare for Christian Moms

(03:14) Ashlee’s Story: Overcoming Fear and Anxiety

(04:11) What Is a Spiritual Stronghold? Breaking Free at the Root

(06:33) What the Bible Says About Strongholds and Open Doors

(09:13) Common Open Doors: Lies, Sin Patterns, and Occult Involvement

(11:14) Step 1: Ask the Holy Spirit to Reveal the Open Door

(13:08) Step 2: Close the Door Through Confession, Forgiveness, and Renouncing

(15:22) Step 3: Replace Lies With God’s Truth and Stand Guard

(18:47) Recognizing Strongholds and Using Spiritual Discernment

(19:38) Walking in Freedom and Breaking Generational Patterns

(21:22) The Complete Guide to Spiritual Warfare for Moms

You don't have to accept every unhealthy pattern as something you'll carry forever 💛 Come back next Monday for another episode of our Spiritual Warfare for Christian Moms series to discover how to seek God's wisdom, stand on His Word, and cultivate a home centered on faith, prayer, and the freedom found in Jesus.

What does the Bible actually say about spiritual warfare and your authority in Christ as a Christian mom?

In episode 97 of The Purpose of Motherhood, Ashlee Kasten kicks off a new spiritual warfare series for Christian moms, exploring what Scripture teaches about the enemy, how to recognize his lies, and how to stand firm in the victory Jesus has already won.

Learn how to strengthen your prayer life, pray for your children, recognize spiritual warfare in your home, and teach your kids to stand on biblical truth. Ashlee unpacks key Scriptures about the armor of God, resisting the enemy, and understanding your authority in Christ so you can lead your family with faith, wisdom, and discernment.

If you're a Christian mom seeking biblical guidance on prayer, spiritual warfare, Christian parenting, and building a Christ-centered home, this episode will help you lay a strong foundation.

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IN THIS EPISODE 🎙️

00:00 – Welcome Back to The Purpose of Motherhood Podcast

02:00 – Biblical Spiritual Warfare: Recognizing the Times We Live In

05:13 – The Armor of God and Your Authority in Christ

07:25 – Finding Freedom in Christ From Fear and Spiritual Bondage

09:44 – What Jesus Says About Spiritual Warfare and Abundant Life

12:07 – Spiritual Oppression, Healing, and Discernment in Christian Homes

14:29 – Your Family Is Not the Enemy: Understanding Spiritual Warfare

16:37 – Recognizing the Enemy’s Lies and Spiritual Deception

18:55 – How Christian Moms Can Walk in Their Authority in Christ

21:20 – Teaching Your Children to Pray in the Name of Jesus

23:47 – How to Stand in Spiritual Authority and Protect Your Home in Prayer

🎧Tune in next Monday for another episode of our Spiritual Warfare for Christian Moms series

Is something fighting to keep you from praying for your kids? In this episode, we dig into the spiritual attack on prayer for your children and expose the enemy's three favorite tactics: distraction, discouragement, and division. As Christian moms building faith-filled homes, we don't have to feel powerless — Ephesians 6 gives us a biblical blueprint for prayer that actually works, even when it's just two minutes long.

You'll learn why prayer isn't about eloquence but about posture and total reliance on the Holy Spirit, why isolation makes you vulnerable, and how unity with other believers can tear down the enemy's plans. If you want to disciple your children with confidence and stand firm as their prayer warrior, this episode will equip and encourage you.

In this episode:

• The enemy's #1 tactic to keep you from praying
• Biblical strategies from Ephesians 6 for spiritual warfare in prayer
• Why community and accountability matter for faith-filled moms
• How to partner with the Holy Spirit — even in short, simple prayers

Join Ashlee's private discipleship community waitlist here - Join the Flourish Community - Doors Open Soon

Is the fruit of the Spirit something that just happens for other moms… or is there actually a way to grow it in the middle of your own everyday chaos?

Grab your free seat for the Building a Spirit Led Home Workshop - https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/spirit-led-home-workshop

In this episode of The Purpose of Motherhood podcast, Ashlee gets honest about a struggle every Christian mom knows well — wanting to respond with patience, kindness, and gentleness, and instead running on empty by 9am.

Ashlee shares a lesson she learned from gardening, of all places, about how the right soil changes everything, and how that unexpected lesson pointed her straight to John 15:4 and Jesus’ call to “remain in Him.” If you’ve ever felt like bearing good fruit as a mom is just about trying harder and gritting your teeth through the hard moments, this episode will shift the way you think about it entirely.

Together we’re walking through what it practically looks like to remain in Him even when your mind is consumed with everyone else in your home, including why fruit isn’t something you produce through effort, but something that grows naturally out of staying rooted. Ashlee shares three practical, doable ways to remain in Him in the middle of a full and busy home: opening your Bible and memorizing it, learning to pray as a habit, and keeping worship music on.

This episode is for the Christian mom who wants a faith-filled home, who wants to disciple her children with confidence, and who is tired of feeling like patience and gentleness are personality traits she just wasn’t born with.

In this episode we cover:

• What John 15:4 actually means for busy Christian moms

• A gardening lesson that reframes how you think about bearing spiritual fruit

• Practical ways to stay rooted in Christ without adding another thing to your to-do list

• How staying rooted in Him equips you to disciple your children with confidence

The Purpose of Motherhood podcast exists to help Christian moms build faith-filled homes, disciple their children with confidence, and find their purpose in the everyday moments of motherhood.

Is obedience still something Christian moms should be pursuing... or have we moved past that? In this episode of The Purpose of Motherhood podcast, Ashlee tackles one of the most misunderstood topics in Christian parenting today — and she is bringing Scripture into the conversation.

If you have ever heard "we're not after obedience, we're after the heart" and felt confused about what that actually means for how you parent, this episode is for you. Ashlee opens up about a childhood memory of breaking her arm after disobeying her dad — and how that moment taught her something about obedience that no conversation ever could.

Together we are walking through what the Bible says about raising obedient children, including Ephesians 6:1-3 (the command AND the promise), Proverbs 22:15 (folly bound up in the heart of a child), 2 Timothy 3:1-2 (children disobedient to their parents as a sign of the last days), and more. You will learn why obedience and heart work are not opposites, why disciplining your children with consistency is one of the most loving things you can do, and how raising obedient kids now is directly connected to raising children who will fear the Lord and walk in wisdom for the rest of their lives.

This episode is for the Christian mom who wants a faith-filled home, who wants to disciple her children with confidence, and who is ready to stop apologizing for believing what God's Word actually says.

In this episode we cover:

• What the Bible says about obedience and why it still applies today
• The cultural lie that has crept into Christian parenting — and how to push back
• Why folly is already in the heart of your child and what that means for how you parent
• The connection between honoring your parents and fearing the Lord
• Practical ways to raise obedient kids without parenting from fear or harshness
• Why discipline and love are not opposites — they work together

The Purpose of Motherhood podcast exists to help Christian moms build faith-filled homes, disciple their children with confidence, and find their purpose in the everyday moments of motherhood.

What do you do when you sense your family is under spiritual attack? Today on the Purpose of Motherhood podcast, Christian moms get a front row seat to one of the most powerful conversations we've had on this show.

Shauna Pope — registered nurse, mom of four, nana to seven, and mentor inside the TPOM Flourish Community — sits down with Ashlee to share the real story of how the Lord taught her to recognize spiritual warfare and pray with strategy and authority over her kids when they were under attack.

This is not a theoretical conversation. This is one mom's raw, faith-filled testimony of what it looked like to stop being passive and start fighting for her family on her knees... and what God did when she did.

If you want to build a faith-filled home and disciple your children with confidence, this episode will give you the tools and the courage to do exactly that. Christian moms, it is time to stop playing defense.

In this episode:

• How to recognize when your family is under spiritual attack
• What strategic prayer actually looks like in real life
• Why Christian moms cannot afford to be passive in the spiritual battle for their kids
• How one mom's obedience changed the atmosphere of her entire home

Where to find Shauna

Instagram: @theanchoredroute 

Shauna's pregnancy companion The Third Phase™ is the guide she wishes every mom had between appointments. Written from her perspective as an RN, it walks you through all 40 weeks — what your baby is doing, what your body is doing, and the why behind it with scripture and encouragement matched to your stage, plus a private weekly journal you can print as a keepsake. Just clarity, wonder, and a little more confidence for one of the most intentional seasons of life.

And coming soon: The Fourth Phase is her comprehensive postpartum guide and the flagship of everything she's building. It's complete and in the final design stage now, with a waitlist open for moms who want to be first in line.

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Have you been carrying it all alone, friend? Today's episode of the Purpose of Motherhood podcast is for the Christian mom who is exhausted, isolated, and quietly wondering why this season feels so heavy.

The truth is... you were never meant to do this alone. And Scripture is really clear about that.

In this episode, Ashlee shares a personal story from one of the hardest moments she's had as a mom — and what happened when a friend simply showed up. From there we dig into what the Bible actually says about bearing one another's burdens, why Christian moms are one of the most isolated groups of people right now, and three practical ways you can start building the kind of God-centered community where burdens actually get lifted.

We're unpacking two powerful passages — Galatians 6:2 and Matthew 11:28-30 — and what it really means to be yoked to Jesus as you show up for the people around you.

If you want to grow in your faith, build faith-filled homes, and disciple your children with confidence, this episode will remind you that none of that was ever meant to happen in isolation. Community isn't a bonus, friend. It's part of God's design for you.

In this episode:

• Why Christian moms are struggling with isolation more than ever
• What "bearing one another's burdens" actually means in real life
• How to go first — in asking for help AND in showing up for others
• The difference between performing and obeying
• Why bearing a burden in prayer is the most powerful thing you can do for someone you love

Scriptures referenced: Galatians 6:2 | Matthew 11:28-30

🌸 The doors to the TPOM Flourish Community close June 1st — join us at https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/tpommembership

Helping Christian Moms Disciple Their Children with Confidence and Build a Faith-Filled Home in a Culture That Worships Achievement

For the Christian mom wrestling with how to raise kids who aren't afraid to be counter-cultural — this episode is for you. In a world that pushes our children toward Ivy League acceptance, six-figure careers, and the approval of the crowd, Ashlee is making a bold case for raising kids who submit their plans to the Lord first and follow Him wherever He leads — even when that path looks nothing like the world's definition of success.

In this episode, Ashlee shares why she and her husband are intentionally preparing their five children for Heaven, not Harvard. She walks through three specific shifts every Christian mom can make to raise children who are rooted in God's Word, secure in their identity in Christ, and unafraid to walk a different path than the rest of their generation.

In this episode you'll hear:

• Why the cultural pressure to push our kids toward worldly success is quietly stealing their kingdom calling
• Why homeschooling or kingdom-minded schools matter more than ever in this generation
• How memorizing one verse a week as a family builds children who know who they are and Whose they are
• Why celebrating your child's character and walk with God matters far more than report cards and trophies
• The biggest mindset shift Christian moms need to make to raise kids who follow Jesus instead of the crowd
• Why crushing student loan debt is a symptom of a deeper discipleship gap

Mentioned in this episode:

The TPOM Flourish Community — a monthly community for Christian moms who want to build faith-filled homes and disciple their children with confidence.

👉 Join here: https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/tpommembership

Connect with Ashlee:

📲 Instagram: @thepurposeofmotherhood🌱 Free quiz — find your missing ingredient: https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/flourish4📚 Books by Ashlee: Lessons I Found in the Laundry Basket and Because She Prayed

For the Christian mom who is feeling overwhelmed, depleted, and barely holding it together — this episode is for you. Whether you homeschool, work outside the home, send your kids to school, or you're in the trenches with toddlers — the weight of Christian motherhood doesn't discriminate. And the truth is, you were never designed to carry it alone.

In this episode, Ashlee shares the season she felt completely unqualified as an overwhelmed mom — and what God taught her about building a faith-filled home and discipling your children with confidence in even the hardest seasons. Through Scripture, real stories, and a simple framework rooted in God's Word, this episode is for every Christian mom who is ready to stop drowning and start flourishing.

In this episode you'll hear:

• The pressures every Christian mom carries silently (and why no one talks about them)
• What Psalm 127 and John 15:5 teach us about the home we're actually meant to build
• The four pillars every Christian mom needs to actually flourish — soil, water, sunlight, and support
• Why trying harder won't fix the drowning — and what will
• A simple weekly rhythm to root your whole family in God's Word together
• The truth God wants every weary mom to hear today

Mentioned in this episode:

The TPOM Flourish Community — a monthly community for Christian moms ready to stop surviving the day and start dwelling in God's presence. Doors are currently open with founding member pricing locked in for life — closing 5/5 at midnight.

👉 Join here

Connect with Ashlee:

📲 Instagram: @thepurposeofmotherhood🌱 Free quiz — find your missing ingredient: https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/flourish4📚 Books by Ashlee: Lessons I Found in the Laundry Basket and Because She Prayed

For Christian Moms Building Faith-Filled Homes and Discipling Their Children with Confidence

If you've restarted a Bible reading plan more times than you want to admit — this episode is for you. In today's episode, Ashlee opens Scripture itself to show that God never commands rapid consumption of His Word. Instead, He calls us to meditate on it, hide it, treasure it, and unfold it which helps us to disciple our children with confidence. Ashlee shares the four powerful benefits of slowing down with Scripture for moms looking to build a faith-filled home, and the simple "open Bible" rhythm she uses to go deep with one verse a week.

In this episode:

• Why so many Christian moms feel like they're failing at Bible reading and why it's not their fault
• What Joshua 1:8, Psalm 119:11, Psalm 119:130, and Psalm 1:1-3 actually teach us about how to engage with Scripture
• The four powerful benefits of slowing down with one verse a week
• The "open Bible" rhythm Ashlee uses with her family to disciple her children using one verse at a time

Mentioned in this episode:The TPOM Flourish Community (doors open May 1) — https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/tpommembershipFounding member pricing of $19/month locked in for life, available only through launch week.

Have you ever looked around at other moms and wondered why they seem to have it all together — while you're barely holding it together behind closed doors?

In this episode of The Purpose of Motherhood podcast, Ashlee Kasten gets vulnerably honest about the season that nearly broke her — isolated, afraid, drowning in fear, and desperate for something to change. And she shares exactly how God met her in the middle of that mess, set her free from the strongholds that had been quietly controlling her, and transformed not just her heart — but her entire home.

This is the episode for the Christian mom who loves Jesus, loves her kids, and still ends most days feeling like she failed at both.

You'll hear:

• How fear — rooted in childhood and amplified by motherhood — was silently stealing her peace and keeping her stuck
• What God revealed in her heart when she finally got still enough to listen
• How her home went from isolated and overwhelmed to a gathering place for other moms
• What Jeremiah 17:7-8 teaches us about what it actually means to flourish as a Christian mom
• The three things every mom needs to draw from if she wants her home to reflect the presence of God
• Why when a mom flourishes — her whole house follows

If you want to build a faith-filled home and disciple your children with confidence — this episode will show you that it doesn't start with a better routine or a perfect plan. It starts with a mom who is rooted.

And it starts today.

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🌱 READY TO STOP SURVIVING AND START FLOURISHING?

The TPOM Flourish Community was built for exactly the mom in this episode.

It's a community for Christian moms who are ready to stop surviving the day and start dwelling in God's presence — so their home becomes a place where faith actually lives.

Every week inside the community you'll receive:

• Heart work to help you get free from fear, guilt, control, and people pleasing
• One verse to go deep with for your own soul all week long
• Prayer tools to help you invite God's presence into your everyday home rhythms
• Age-specific discipleship resources for your kids — so your whole family grows around the same truth
• A community of Christian moms doing this exact work alongside you — so you are never alone in it again

Because when a mom flourishes — her whole house follows.

✨ The TPOM Flourish Community opens May 1. Founding members get locked-in pricing for life at $19/month.

👉 Join the waitlist www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/tpommembership

Does teaching your kids to memorize Scripture feel overwhelming, inconsistent, or like one more thing you're failing at? You're not alone — and it doesn't have to be that hard.

In this episode of The Purpose of Motherhood podcast, Ashlee Kasten shares a simple 5-day Scripture memory framework that helps Christian moms disciple their children with confidence using just one Bible verse a week. No curriculum, no flashcards, no perfect morning routine required — just simple, doable discipleship in the everyday moments of your home.

You'll learn:

• Why one verse a week is more powerful than racing through a reading plan
• How to use the same verse for your own heart AND your kids at every age
• A day-by-day plan that takes less than 5 minutes and actually sticks
• How to turn Scripture into prayer, conversation, and real life application for your family

Whether you have toddlers, tweens, or both — this episode will give you a practical, low-pressure way to start building a faith-filled home and hiding God's Word in your children's hearts starting today.

📖 Deuteronomy 6:6-7 — "Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up."

🎧 Listen now and then come find me on Instagram @thepurposeofmotherhood — I want to hear what verse your family is memorizing this week!

READY TO GO DEEPER?

If this episode resonated with you, the TPOM Flourish Community was built for exactly this. Every week inside the community you'll receive one verse for your own heart to go deep with — plus age-specific Scripture memory resources, video lessons, and activity ideas for your kids so your whole family is growing together around the same truth.

This is discipleship in everyday moments — simple, doable, and designed for real moms with real lives.

✨ The TPOM Flourish Community opens May 1. Founding members get locked-in pricing for life at $19/month.

👉 Join the waitlist now at thepurposeofmotherhood.com/tpommembership

In this episode, we talk about how Christian moms can build a faith-filled home and grow in their own spiritual life through simple, sustainable rhythms.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in motherhood or unsure how to consistently live out your faith at home, this episode will help you understand what might be missing—and how to begin again.

We'll walk through the four ingredients every Christian mom needs to flourish, which include:

• Something you might be overlooking in your heart
• The key to growing in wisdom and faith
• What will make your home a dwelling place for His presence
• The kind of community you need

These four areas shape the spiritual atmosphere of your home and help faith become a natural part of everyday life with your children.

If you're a Christian mom who wants to feel more connected to God, more confident discipling your kids, and less overwhelmed in your day-to-day life, this episode will give you clarity and a simple place to start.

Take the free quiz + download the guide:
https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/flourish4

This resource will help you identify which of the four ingredients may need attention in your current season so you can begin building a faith-filled home with more intention and peace.

In this episode, we talk about how Christian moms can build a faith-filled home and disciple their children through simple everyday rhythms.

What does it actually look like to create a home where faith feels normal?

Many Christian moms want their children to grow up loving Jesus, praying naturally, and understanding God’s Word—but in the middle of busy motherhood, it can feel hard to know where to start. Between the laundry, the schedules, and the constant needs around you, faith can start to feel like something you believe deeply but struggle to consistently live out in your home.

In this episode, we’re talking about how Christian moms can begin building a faith-filled home by focusing on three simple areas that shape the spiritual atmosphere of the family.

You’ll learn:

• ​ why the spiritual atmosphere of your home matters more than you might realize
• ​ how simple prayer rhythms can help faith become part of everyday life
• ​ practical ways to have natural conversations about God with your children
• ​ how discipling your kids often happens through small moments throughout the day

If you’re an overwhelmed Christian mom who wants to raise children who love Jesus but feels unsure where to begin, this episode will encourage you and give you a simple starting point.

And if you want help identifying the four ingredients every Christian mom needs to flourish, I created a free guide and short quiz to help you see which area might need attention in your current season of motherhood.

Download the guide here:

https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/flourish4

This simple resource will help you begin building the foundations of a faith-filled home where faith becomes a natural part of everyday family life. 💕

What does Christian motherhood look like in hard seasons?

In this powerful episode, we're joined by Kalie Drake as we talk about how to raise strong faith kids while walking through some of life’s most difficult moments. From marriage struggles and depression to unexpected life challenges, Kalie shares how God brought restoration in her family — and how inviting her children into prayer during those hard seasons strengthened their faith instead of weakening it.

If you’re a Christian mom navigating a storm right now, this conversation will encourage you deeply.

We talk about:

• How much to share with your kids during difficult seasons• How to lead your home spiritually when you feel overwhelmed• How to disciple your children through real-life hardship• How to build strong faith in your kids during uncertainty• Why bringing your children into age-appropriate prayer builds spiritual resilience• Encouragement for Christian moms who feel weary but want to keep leading

This episode is for the mom who feels the weight of responsibility — who wants to raise spiritually strong children but isn’t sure how to lead when life feels heavy.

Your storm does not disqualify you from spiritual leadership.
God can use this season to build unshakable faith in your home.

Kalie Drake is a wife, mom, and faith-filled woman who shares Biblical encouragement over at:

• IG: @Kaliedrake
• FB: Kalie Drake
• TikTok: @Kalie_Drake
• www.kaliedrake.com
• Podcast: Everyday Faith with Kalie Drake

If this conversation resonates with you, I want to personally invite you to the Faith in the Little Years Summit, happening March 6–9.

This free online event features 18 Christian moms and mentors sharing practical encouragement for leading your home spiritually — even in chaotic or hard seasons.

I’ll be speaking on March 7 about:

Creating a Home Where Faith Feels Normal

If you’ve ever wondered how to weave faith into everyday life — this session is for you.

🎟 Tickets are completely free.

There is also an optional Purpose Pack, which gives you lifetime access to all sessions plus an incredible bundle of free gifts from every speaker.

You can grab your free ticket and learn more here: Faith in the Little Years

If you are a Christian mom who feels overwhelmed, exhausted, and mentally overloaded, you are not alone. So many Christian mothers today are silently carrying stress, mom guilt, and spiritual discouragement — and wondering why motherhood feels harder than they expected.

In this episode, we unpack:

• Why Christian moms feel so overwhelmed in modern motherhood
• The spiritual battle behind overwhelm and mom guilt
• How distraction, confusion, and isolation are strategic attacks on mothers
• What Scripture says about spiritual warfare in motherhood
• How to stop parenting from fear and start leading your home with clarity

Motherhood was never meant to be survived — it was meant to be led with spiritual authority.

If you’ve been feeling like an overwhelmed Christian mom, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening beneath the surface.

✨ Join the Faith in the Little Years Summit: March 6–9, 2026
Connect with 18 Christian moms and mentors and discover how to connect with God — even in the chaos of motherhood, when a “perfect” quiet time isn’t realistic.

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Feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or like the joy has slowly slipped out of motherhood? In this episode of The Purpose of Motherhood Podcast, we'll discuss practical Christian mindset shifts that restore joy in motherhood. You’ll learn how to stop comparing yourself to other moms, celebrate small wins that really matter, and identify what’s truly burning you out—so you can experience more peace, confidence, and fulfillment in your daily life.

Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a homeschooling mom, or just a mom trying to navigate the chaos of raising children with faith, these mindset shifts will help you reconnect with God, embrace your calling, and cultivate lasting joy in the everyday moments of motherhood.

✨ What you’ll discover in this episode:

• Why comparison steals your joy and how to embrace the mom God made you to be

• The power of celebrating small wins that shape your child’s life

• How to uncover what’s draining you and invite God’s healing into your motherhood journey

💌 Want more encouragement straight to your inbox? Join our mailing list for weekly love notes, practical tips, and first dibs on events and challenges. Plus get Day 1 Free of my devo for kids, Big Feelings, Bigger God! https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/bigfeelings

What to Do If Your Child Doesn’t Want to Pray (Biblical Encouragement for Christian Moms)

What should you do if your child doesn’t want to pray? Many Christian moms feel worried, discouraged, or even fearful when their child refuses to pray, avoids family prayer time, or seems uninterested in talking to God.

In this episode of The Purpose of Motherhood Podcast, we talk honestly and biblically about how to respond when kids don’t want to pray—without pressure, legalism, or comparison. This episode is for Christian moms who desire to raise faith-filled kids but feel anxious when their child’s spiritual growth doesn’t look the way they expected.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why a child’s reluctance to pray does not define their future faith

• The danger of comparing your child’s spiritual journey to other kids

• How forcing prayer can create resistance instead of relationship

• Simple, practical ways to model prayer for your children

• How to make prayer feel safe, natural, and accessible at any age

• Why discipleship is a long-term journey rooted in trust and patience

We’ll talk about what Scripture teaches us about spiritual growth, how faith develops over time, and how Christian moms can lead their children toward God with peace instead of fear.

If you’re a Christian mom, homeschooling mom, or stay-at-home mom who wants to disciple your children well, strengthen their prayer life, and create a calm, Christ-centered home, this episode will encourage your heart and remind you that God is at work—even when you don’t see immediate fruit.

Join the email community and get weekly "Love Notes" from Ashlee to help make your week of motherhood full of joy and vision. Plus get the first day of her devotional for kids, Big Feelings, Bigger God, free!

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Are you wondering how to teach your children about spiritual warfare without fear, confusion, or focusing too much on the enemy?

In this episode of The Purpose of Motherhood, we talk about teaching kids about spiritual warfare in age-appropriate, Christ-centered ways that build confidence, not anxiety. If you are a Christian mom raising spiritually sensitive children or navigating fear, bad dreams, or spiritual questions in your home, this episode will equip you with biblical truth and practical tools.

You’ll hear a personal story about parenting a child sensitive to the spirit, along with a biblical foundation for spiritual warfare for children, including what Scripture says about our authority in Christ and Jesus’ example of overcoming Satan. We’ll walk through key verses like Ephesians 6:12, Luke 10:19, and James 4:7, and show you how to disciple your children with peace and clarity.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to focus your child on Jesus’ authority and protection, not the enemy

• How to teach your child to speak Scripture boldly in the name of Jesus when fear arises

• Why worship creates a peaceful atmosphere and how to teach your kids to use it daily

This episode is perfect for Christian moms who want to raise children who are spiritually strong, confident in Christ, and rooted in truth without fear-based teaching.

If you are looking for biblical guidance on Christian parenting and spiritual warfare, this conversation will encourage you, ground you in Scripture, and give you practical ways to disciple your children with confidence and grace.

🎧 Press play and be reminded: you are not raising fearful kids, you are raising faith-filled warriors grounded in Jesus

Referenced in the show: My devotional for kids, Big Feelings, Bigger God - Vol 1:Fear

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Are you a Christian mom feeling spiritually dry, disconnected from God, or stuck in a rut with your faith? If your quiet time feels hard, inconsistent, or empty, you’re not alone.

In this episode, homeschool mom and Christian mother Ashlee shares a personal story of spiritual dryness and how she’s learned to recognize the signs of disconnection from God. We talk about the difference between guilt and Holy Spirit conviction, why spiritual dryness is not a failure but an invitation, and how Jesus meets us as our living water when our souls feel weary.

You’ll also learn three simple, grace-filled ways Christian moms can reconnect with God without pressure, checklists, or burnout, even in the busy seasons of motherhood. This episode will encourage you to rest in relationship with the Father, experience spiritual refreshment, and find joy again in your walk with Jesus.

If you’re longing for renewed faith, deeper connection with God, and a quieter, more peaceful heart, this episode is for you.

What does it actually look like to build a Christ-centered home in the middle of real life, big emotions, and busy motherhood?

In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to create a Rooted Home and the four pillars that shape a strong, faith-filled family culture: discipleship, discernment, development, and direction. This conversation is for Christian moms who want to raise children who love Jesus, stand firm against fear, and live with purpose in a world that constantly pulls them in the opposite direction.

We’ll cover how to disciple your children through everyday moments, how to seek the Holy Spirit’s guidance when culture says “yes” but God may be saying “no,” why growth and repentance matter in family life, and how having God-given vision helps your children live boldly.

I also share about my brand-new kids devotional, Big Feelings, Bigger God, created to help children overcome fear through scripture, prayer, and powerful biblical stories of people who faced fear and trusted God anyway.

If you’re looking for practical Christian parenting tools, discipleship ideas for kids, and encouragement for weary moms who want to build a peaceful, purposeful home rooted in Christ, this episode is for you.

👉 Download the first chapter of Big Feelings, Bigger God for FREE here:
https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/bigfeelings

If this episode encouraged you or helped you rethink how you’re building your family culture, please consider leaving a review. It helps other Christian moms find this podcast and start building rooted homes too. 💕

Are you parenting a child who struggles with fear, anxiety, or big emotions—especially at bedtime or during stressful seasons? Do you ever wonder how to help your child work through fear without dismissing their feelings or letting fear take the lead?

In this episode, we talk about how to help your child when fear feels too big using biblical tools for big emotions. You’ll learn what God’s Word says about fear, why feeling afraid isn’t sinful, and how to guide your child toward faith, courage, and trust in God—even when fear shows up.

If fear is present in your home right now, I’m also sharing a free download from my new kids devotional, Big Feelings, Bigger God: Volume 1—Fear. This devotional is designed to help children trust God when life feels scary through short, 5-minute daily devotions, Bible stories, and memory verses.

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🎁 Free Devotional Download

Get Day 1 FREE from Big Feelings, Bigger God: Volume 1—Fear

👉 https://www.thepurposeofmotherhood.com/bigfeelings

This free chapter will also add you to the launch team, so you’ll be the first to know when the devotional officially releases.

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Topics Covered in This Episode:

• ​How to help your child with fear and anxiety
• ​What the Bible says about fear
• ​Biblical parenting tools for big emotions
• ​Helping kids trust God when they’re afraid
• ​Fear vs. faith in children

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Who This Episode Is For:

• ​Christian moms parenting kids with fear or anxiety
• ​Parents navigating bedtime fears or emotional overwhelm
• ​Moms who want faith-based tools for big emotions

If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to subscribe, leave a review, or share it with another mom who may need it today?

Homeschooling can feel overwhelming, intimidating, and heavy — especially when you’re trying to honor God, meet your child’s needs, and quiet the voice that says you’re not qualified.

In this episode of The Purpose of Motherhood Podcast, we’re talking about homeschooling with peace through a Christ-centered lens. This is not a “do it perfectly” or “do it my way” conversation. It’s an invitation to release pressure, embrace calling, and remember that God entrusted you with your children on purpose.

Inspired by real questions from moms in our community, this episode covers:

• The heart behind homeschooling and why we say “Heaven, not Harvard”

• Why homeschooling is about discipleship, not recreating public school at home

• The lie that says you’re not equipped — and what Scripture actually says

• When to start homeschooling and why there is no “right” age

• What homeschooling legally looks like in the United States

• Curriculum choices, daily schedules, and realistic expectations

• How homeschooling can create space for peace, relationship, and flexibility

• Common concerns about socialization and what it really means

If you’re a Christian mom, a stay-at-home mom, or a homeschooling mom (or homeschool-curious mama) who wants a calmer home, deeper discipleship, and a learning rhythm rooted in faith instead of fear, this episode will remind you that you are more capable than you’ve been told.

Homeschooling isn’t about control or comparison.

It’s about calling, relationship, and raising children who know Jesus, love truth, and walk confidently in who God created them to be.

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🔗 Homeschooling Laws & Legal Resources

Homeschooling laws vary by state, but homeschooling is legal in all 50 states. To understand your state’s requirements and access trusted legal information and support, visit the Home School Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) here: https://hslda.org

Every Christian mama longs to raise kids who truly love Jesus — but in the busyness of real-life motherhood, it can feel confusing or even overwhelming to know where to start when it comes to building a Spirit-led, Christ-centered home.

In today’s episode, Ashlee shares three simple, practical daily rhythms that have shaped the spiritual atmosphere of her home as a homeschool mom of five. These aren’t complicated systems or picture-perfect routines — they’re real-life practices that help your children experience God’s presence in the middle of everyday moments and begin to grow into faith-filled, godly kids.

If you’re longing to disciple your children with confidence, deepen your own walk with the Lord, and bring more peace and Jesus-centered intention into your home, this conversation will offer the clarity and encouragement your heart has been craving.

This is for you if you…

• ​ Want to show your kids what it looks like to follow Jesus in the rhythms of ordinary life
• ​ Desire to deepen your own walk with the Lord in the middle of motherhood
• ​ Long to see the Holy Spirit transform your children’s hearts from the inside out
• ​ Feel called to model biblical discipleship and Christian parenting inside your home
• ​ Crave simple ways to create a peaceful, Christ-centered family culture

You don’t need perfection to raise godly children — just intention, openness, and a heart that leans into the Spirit. Press play to hear the three foundational practices that can shape your home in powerful ways.

✨ Mentioned in This Episode

• ​ Because She Prayed by Ashlee Kasten

My book for Christian moms who want powerful, Scripture-filled prayers for their children. Inside, you’ll find specific prayers you can read word-for-word, plus Bible verses to declare over every situation your family walks through. Available now on Amazon. https://amzn.to/4pSvcAq

• ​ GloriLight Scripture Nightlight

The scripture nightlight we use every single night in our home. A simple, beautiful way to fill your kids’ rooms with God’s Word as they fall asleep. https://www.glorilight.com/ASHLEE08853

Mama… if you’ve been snapping more than you’d like, feeling overwhelmed, or wondering why your patience runs out before breakfast, this episode is for you. Anger in motherhood is something so many of us face, but few of us talk about — especially as Christian moms who deeply desire a peaceful, Jesus-centered home.

In today’s conversation, we’re digging into the heart behind frustration and exploring three Biblical steps that help you move from reactive to Spirit-led in your parenting. Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom trying to build peaceful home routines, a homeschool Christian mom juggling a lot of little hearts, or simply a mama longing for more grace in your days… you’re in the right place.

We’ll talk about what’s really underneath the anger, how to see your kids through God’s eyes again, and the simple, faith-based rhythms that refill your heart so you can parent with gentleness, patience, and peace. If you’ve been praying for help, hope, or a reset — this episode will meet you there.

This is your reminder that motherhood doesn’t have to feel heavy. Jesus is present in the chaos, in the conflict, and in the moments you wish you could redo. If you’re craving practical encouragement, Biblical parenting wisdom, and support for those “I’m so tired of yelling” moments, press play.

✨ Mentioned in this episode:

My devotional, Lessons I Found in the Laundry Basket — written for the weary, overwhelmed mama who needs encouragement right in the middle of real life. Grab your copy here: https://amzn.to/48K3xfq

The holidays are supposed to feel peaceful… but for so many of us, Thanksgiving and Christmas bring up complicated family dynamics, hard decisions, and the pressure to “keep everyone happy.” If you’ve ever wondered how to honor God, protect your kids, and still show up with love in less–than–ideal family situations — this episode will breathe peace into your heart. 💕

I’m sharing our own story of navigating extended family with different values, the pressure of multiple houses to visit, and how to know when it’s time to stay, go, or set healthy boundaries. We’ll talk through:

• ​How to follow the Holy Spirit as your guide
• ​Why your family’s season matters
• ​What it looks like to move at the pace of your children
• ​How to recognize when your “ministry” in a moment is done
• ​Why leaving (or not attending at all) can still be loving and Christ-honoring

And before we dive in — a quick story about something that’s brought so much peace to our home lately. If your kids love falling asleep with Scripture and gentle light, you’re going to want to check out GloriLight. It’s become one of my favorite tools for creating a Christ-centered bedtime atmosphere. You can get 10% off here:

👉 https://www.glorilight.com/ASHLEE08853

This episode will help you step into the holiday season with clarity, confidence, and a whole lot of grace. Grab your coffee, exhale, and let’s walk through this together. 💕

Mama, if you’ve ever felt the pressure to capture the perfect photo… this episode is going to breathe fresh air into your lungs. 💕

Today I’m talking with Rachel Pray — mom of 3, professional photographer, and the beautiful heart behind Delight & Be Photography. Rachel has a gift for helping everyday moms see the holy, ordinary moments in their homes with brand-new eyes.

In this conversation, Rachel shares why the “messy middle” matters just as much as the picture-perfect moments — maybe even more. You’ll learn how to document your real life as-is, without the pressure, guilt, or comparison. And she also gives us 5 must-take photos every mom should capture throughout her child’s life. Get ready to feel inspired, seen, and excited to pick up your camera (or iPhone!) in a totally new way.

We also talk about supporting your kids’ play-filled childhood, letting go of perfection, and how to preserve memories that will matter decades from now.

If nighttime struggles or bedwetting are part of your journey, I also share a tool that helped our family: TheraPee, the bedwetting solution we personally use and recommend.

👉 Check out TheraPee here: https://www.bedwettingtherapy.com/?aff=48

Connect with Rachel:

IG: @RachelPray

Website: https://delightandbephotography.com

Free Download- 5 Ways to Notice & Cherish Your Family's Everyday Magic: https://delightandbephotography.com/5-ways-notice-cherish-everyday-magic

Grab your coffee, get cozy, and let’s look at motherhood through a beautiful new lens. 💕📸

In this heartfelt Christmas episode of The Purpose of Motherhood Podcast, Ashlee shares practical, faith-filled ways to slow down, simplify, and make the holidays truly meaningful for your family. 💕

From embracing the four gifts for Christmas tradition to letting go of consumerism, Ashlee walks you through how to create a peaceful, Christ-centered holiday your kids will actually remember. You’ll also hear her favorite family traditions — including why Mortimer’s Christmas Manger was a must-read when her children were little and how the Finding Jesus doll can become a beautiful alternative to Santa or Elf on the Shelf.

Whether you’re a busy stay-at-home mom or a homeschooling mama trying to keep your focus on Jesus this December, this episode will help you trade the holiday hustle for holy moments. 🌟

✨ Listen in for:

• ​How to simplify Christmas without losing the magic
• ​Meaningful family traditions that point kids to Jesus
• ​Practical ways to reduce stress and increase joy this season
• ​Encouragement for weary Christian moms

💫 Mentioned in this episode:

• ​Finding Jesus Doll - https://seekhimfirst.com/ASHLEE
• ​Mortimer’s Christmas Manger by Karma Wilson - https://amzn.to/4qSRCCW

👉 Tune in weekly for encouragement, faith-filled routines, and real talk about Christian motherhood.

God has designed all of us for a purpose. He has equipped us with strengths that can be used for his kingdom. So how do we nurture these gifts in our children? Join today’s episode to learn how speaking life over your child can lead them into a life of joy and purpose.

On this episode of Friday Favorites, we’ll dive in to some great books for kids, clean movies my family loves, tools that spark beauty in our day, and more. Come sit with me, friend, as we chat about things that create fun and memories in the home! Balsamic chicken thighs - https://www.pure-flavor.com/recipe/tomato-balsamic-chicken/

Do you feel torn between serving others and taking care of the little ones in your home? Are you wondering if it’s possible to serve in ministry in and out of the home without experiencing burn-out? Jump in this episode to discover the keys to balancing ministry and motherhood well.

Do you want to create a home with beauty and joy? Do you want to gather your family to connect before those little ones are grown? Time for some family rhythms! In this episode, you’ll be inspired to create a home that hugs all who enter and one that rings with laughter and conversation.

Do you feel burdened down or overwhelmed by motherhood? Are you wondering if what you’re doing is important? Listen in to this episode to discover the monumental calling of motherhood and why it’s more important than any other role.

Do you desire a powerful prayer life but don’t know where to begin? Do you want a guide that will help you pray over specific areas in your child’s life? In this celebratory episode of Ashlee’s “Because She Prayed” book launch, you will discover your purpose as a praying mom and how to become the prayer warrior you were created to be! Purchase Because She Prayed here! https://amzn.to/3kIEFep

How do you raise 8 children who all end up serving the Lord in missions and ministry? We’re about to find out! In this episode we get to glean from the wisdom of speaker, author, and mama of 8, Dea Irby. You can connect with Dea at https://www.deairby.com/. Her devotional is on Amazon at https://bit.ly/dewdevo. Also, check out her TEDx talk at https://bit.ly/DIrbyTEDx.

Is your home chaotic, untidy, or stressful? Does you marriage show signs of strain and neglect? What if we were to renew our vision of our lives to see that all we have is really on loan from the Lord? On this episode, we discuss what it means to be a good steward of our home, children, marriage, gifts, and finances.

On this episode we have a heart-felt chat with Jennifer Ortiz, mama to 3 girls here on earth, and 4 babies in heaven. Through her story we see hope in the darkness and healing in the pain. Connect with Jennifer at www.LoveAlwaysFaithful.com, on IG @lovealwaysfaithful, or at the Love Always Faithful Podcast.

Are you in a season of waiting? Wondering if God’s promises are still good? Or if he even hears your prayers? This episode will build your faith and refresh your spirit!

Do you dread the day when you’ll have “the talk” with your kids? Do you feel awkward talking with your kids about sexuality? Are you worried about ruining their innocence and saying too much? Today’s episode covers how to overcome the awkward and talk to your kids about sexuality at age appropriate ways!

Have you ever heard the Lord speak but tried to change his mind on what he told you to do? Sometimes it’s just plain hard to obey His commands! On this episode we’re talking about the responsibility to obey His voice and what that looks like!

Have you ever wondered how to distinguish between God’s voice versus yours? Are you curious about the ways he speaks today? In this podcast, we discover the many ways that God speaks to us and how to quickly identify his voice!

Do you have tension in your family relationships? Searching for a way to help everyone get along? Listen to this episode to discover the power forgiveness holds to heal all wounds and set us free.

Do you desire to have a deeper relationship with the Lord? Wondering if He still speaks and if you can hear His voice? Listen in to this week’s episode and discover how to silence the noise of life in order to hear His whispers.

Do you ever feel like you just don’t know what to pray? Do you ever feel like your words are not enough? Listen in to today’s episode where we cover how the holy spirit intercedes for us and our children!

Do you feel overwhelmed by the amount of toys your kids have? Do you find yourself drowning in clutter after Christmas hits? Jump in today’s episode where we talk about how to prepare our hearts and homes for a clutter free Christmas!

Do you find yourself snapping, yelling, or exploding in the stressful moments of motherhood? Do you often feel the need for a time-out? You are not alone! In this podcast, we uncover what it looks like to parent from a settled heart that controls the atmosphere of the home.

Do you look at other moms and tell yourself that you are less-than or disqualified? Do you compare yourself, or your children, to other families and wish you had just a little more of what they’ve got? Jump in and listen to this week’s episode to learn how to break free of comparison and start living in the fullness of who you were created to be!

Do you find yourself tugging at your stomach in the mirror, or grumbling about your weight when you get dressed in the morning? It’s no secret that our bodies are a lot different after carrying babies, but we must be careful not to make them idols! This week’s podcast covers the keys to renewing our mind and appreciating our bodies!