Episode 218: More than a Mom
Download MP3Drawing from Genesis 3:20, today Dot and Cara are talking about the idea of mothering. They share insights about the nurturing aspect embedded in all women, reminding us that motherhood extends beyond having a biological child. Whether you're celebrating, grieving, or longing this Mother's Day, you'll find encouragement in the reminder that you have a purpose beyond parenting and that your true identity is rooted in being a child of God.
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Episode recap:
- Start by writing down Genesis 3:20 (0:13)
- Adam changed Eve’s name from ‘woman’ to ‘Eve’ (1:45)
- Mother’s Day can be difficult for many reasons (5:13)
- Our identity is that we are His children (7:28)
- We can multiply our likeness through discipleship (10:09)
- No matter our age, there are people around us whose lives we can speak into (14:10)
- Ask God to open your eyes and your hands to what He has for you (18:00)
- When you get wrapped up in yourself, you make a small package (20:00)
- The family of God is all around us, it is a privilege to pour into them (26:30)
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Scripture Verse:
Genesis 3:20 (ESV) ‘The man called his wife's name Eve, because she was the mother of all living.
