Time for Mom | Devotion, Self-Esteem, Biblical Encouragement, Routines, SAHM, Guilt, Priorities

How do you prioritize choices in the gray areas of life that are beneficial for your kids, your home, and your marriage?

Is your freedom in Christ helping the people around you grow… or is it unintentionally causing guilt, comparison, or stumbling in someone you love?

Would you shift your choices if you filtered every action through the lens of Biblical encouragement and the good of others?

I'm so happy you're here for today's Mom Life Devotion!

Hi Beautiful, I’m Cheryl — wife, girl mom, aspiring SAHM, and Jesus follower. I learne...

Has motherhood turned your life upside down?

Are you drained, exhausted and overwhelmed from constantly being needed?

Do you need a way to restore your routines and priorities in daily life?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi Beautiful, I’m Cheryl — wife, girl mom, aspiring SAHM, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus, finding routines that worked, rejecting mom guilt when I failed, and learning what self‑esteem really is. This podcast is for moms who want Biblical...

Do have a small sin that is wreaking havoc in your life?

Are you struggling without success to banish those wormy little habits from your life?

Have you been looking for something new to try?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem really is. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, redisco...

Are you tired of trying to make changes in your life and feeling guilty when they don't work?

Do you want to make routines that help you stick with your New Year's goal?

Is God nudging you to make some changes, you're ready to start, but you need some encouragement?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and disco...

Do you absolutely dread being asked to do new things?

Have you had to turn away from your kids when they are trying something new that wouldn't hurt them, it just offended your adult sensibilities?

Has God asked you to do something new, but you're paralyzed?

(Are you wondering how these things are related?)

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into...

Do you miss having time for Jesus and yourself, but you’re drowning in the responsibilities of motherhood? If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem really is. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and love yourself like your babies do - grab your earbuds and lock the bathroom door for a minute alone, it’s Time...

Do you stare at the sea of toys of junk in your children's room and just want to burn it all?

Are you wishing there was a way to restore peace and order without being eaten by guilt at those sad little faces?

Does the chaos in your child's room look like your spirit feels?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life...

Are you tired of juggling multiple Christmas celebrations trying to keep everyone happy?

Do you with there was a way to cut back on your family obligations without feeling guilty?

Are you looking for ways to bring peace back into the most stressful time of the year?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem reall...

Does your family overwhelm you during the family Christmas?

Are you searching for a way to enjoy you overwhelming family without sacrificing your mental health?

How can you stay sane with insane volume levels?

You’re in the right place!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem really is. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and lo...

Have you ever felt guilty about how you've reacted during the holidays?

Do you wish everyone showed a little more love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control when you're shopping?

Are you wondering if there was a way to prioritize a kinder Christmas season?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem really...

Have you watched someone fall apart and think, "That's no big deal. Why are they being so stupid?"

Do you bear the scars from people's careless words when you were needing a community instead of a judge?

Why is it so much easier to have compassion for a struggling child than it is a struggling adult?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into...

Do you feel guilty for not giving people presents at Christmas time? 🎁

Are meaningless gifts just not a priority anymore?

Have you scoured the internet for affordable gift ideas but don't know where to start?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem really is. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover...

Do you wish you appreciated Christmas decorations as much as your kids do?

Have you fought guilt as your kids stop to wonder and you hustle them to the next scheduled event?

Are you fighting the urge to break down because you can't seem to find that healthy balance of wonder and perfection? Wait… is that even possible?

If you said yes to any of these things, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom...

Are you struggling to find anything to be thankful for this Thanksgiving?

Do you listen to all the gratitude lists from others and just think, "Yeah, I'm not feeling it…"

Are you pasting on a smile, wishing the holidays were over already?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem really is. If you’re ready to...

Today's devotion is based on a hunting experience. If hunting is offensive or triggering for you, please stop and listen to next Friday's devotion.  

Have you faced discouragement when your plans failed?

Did you do everything right, only to have everything go wrong?

Are you at a loss of how to keep going?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom gu...

Has sin snuck into your house leaving a trail of guilt?

Are you lost as to how to get rid of those pesky sins that multiply like dust bunnies?

Do wish there was a way to fight back against sin?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem really is. If you’re ready to build f...

Has your husband just stood and watched you work instead of helping?

Did you feel guilty after getting angry at him not helping?

Have you ever wondered why your husband doesn't see the laundry and dishes the way you do?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem really is. If you’re ready to build f...

Do you struggle sometimes to find something good to say to your children?

How can you build self-esteem and confidence in your kids as a flawed mom?

Can mothers make speaking life into their families a part of a routine?

I see you, momma and you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into life, rejecting mom guilt, and discovering what self-esteem really is. If you’re read...

Does life seem like one dreary day after another?

Do you just want to see a little bit of good and light in your day?

Are you already missing summer?

If so, you’re in the right place!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and love yourself like your babies do - g...

Are the dust bunnies under your couch are big enough to eat your children?

Do you take one look at the mountain of clean laundry and walk away?

Are you glaring at your children and husband because they aren't helping with any of the housework?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to buil...

Have you had to confess something even though it was a secret?

Did you wish the Holy Spirit would just shut up and leave you alone in your sins?

Did God turn up the heat in your hot seat until your own guilt convicted you?

Me too…

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, redisc...

Is winter breathing down your neck like a nosy neighbor with bad breath?

Has your home turned into a chaotic seasonal changing room?

Are you wishing you could let go of things and bring peace back into your home without the guilt?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while w...

Have you been hit some metaphorical or perhaps literal poop in motherhood?

Are you keenly aware of the little eyes watching your every move when you really don't want to respond in a Christ or ladylike manner?

Are you trying to control your reactions with varying success?

If so, you’re in the right place!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re rea...

Does mom life feel a bit lifeless these days?

Are you tired of waiting for God to do something new?

Do you feel like God has a purpose for the season you are in, but you can't see what it is?

If so, you’re in the right place!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washin...

Do your children bring out the worst in you?

Are you comparing yourself to other moms you see online?

Have you been told by yourself or others that you are a bad mother?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and love yourself like yo...

Has your family gotten hit with unexpected health issues?

Are you wondering how God could possibly have a purpose in this?

Have you been waiting for a miracle?

I'm so glad you're here!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and love yourself like your babies do - grab your earbuds and...

Did everyone forget you had a name when you became a mother?

Have you wondered if you could do anything to have an identity of your own instead of as mom?

Do you wonder if being a mom even matter in a world that prioritizes productivity?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready t...

Have you ever said yes to God when you really didn't want to?

Do you looked back on your life and been in awe of how God worked things out?

Are you wondering how God could possibly work things out?

I'm so glad you're here!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your iden...

Did your friends vanish with your routines when you became a mom?

Have you wondered why finding a new community is as hard as finding your identity as a SAHM?

Do you dream of having that friend who will walk with you through the good times and the bad?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If yo...

Have you blindly followed God's leading and ended up in a new place with no community?   Did you find yourself floundering after marriage?   Do you wish you had just a little more background information on me?  

I'm so glad you're here!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and love yourself like your babies do - grab your ea...

Have you had your day planned out, but as things go wrong you find your supermom cape is starting to strangle you?

Do you have an overwhelming to-do list, but don't know what to prioritize?

Is your open schedule suddenly so full that you are going to have to let someone down before you have a mental breakdown?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus...

Are your kids constantly coming up with excuses to get out of their chores?

Do you do the same thing to God?

Do you wonder, much like your children, why God asks you to do so many mundane things?

If so, you’re in the right place!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, redisc...

Do you need time with God, but your kids always take you attention?

Are you trying to find ways to grow your faith so you can build your children's faith?

Do you miss the pre-kid days when you could pray for more than 10 uninterrupted seconds?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to buil...

Have you ever watched your kids and wondered where they picked up a certain undesirable behavior?

Did you do something and realize YOU were the source of their behavior?

Did the Holy Spirit convict you?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and love yo...

Has God placed a call on your life, but you don't know how to start?

Do you feel paralyzed by the thought of stepping into something new even though you know God is calling you?

Do you wish someone would just tell you how to be obedient through the fear?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my ident...

Have you ever wondered what sin and dog hair have in common?

Is there sin in your life that you just can't seem to get rid of?

Are you wondering what to do after you ask for forgiveness?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your id...

Are you exhausted from doing all the mom things?

Do the things that used to fill you up just not cut it anymore?

Do you long to do something that isn't for your family but feel guilty?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identit...

Have you watched your child throw a fit and wondered if you've ever done that with God?

Do you smile and shake your head as you guide your small child to an obvious solution?

Do you do what is best for your child even when they clearly don't agree with you?

Welcome to Devotions Monday!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re r...

Has your marriage become more work than your job?

Do you miss the connection you used to have before you became a mother?

Does something need to change but you're not sure what?

If so, you’re in the right place!

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and love yourself like y...

Have you ever watched your child and gotten a super clear inspiration of how God sees you?

Do you ever watch your kids and hurry to your journal to write down a lesson?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and love yourself like your babies...

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Does your mom bod get you down?

Do you look at yourself in the mirror and think, "How does my husband find this attractive?"

Do you wish you had the body confidence of a two-year-old?

If so, you’re in the right place! 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing dishes, rediscover your identity and love yo...

Is your world falling apart and your prayers seem like they are bouncing off of Heaven unanswered?

Did you believe with all your being that God was going to act and make your situation change for the better, but now it seems worse?

Do you wonder what you did wrong when you prayed?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and r...

Have you been running on 4 hours of sleep since your kids were born?

Is time constantly running short because your kids keeping waking up early?

Are you running on empty and long to refill with a little bit of Jesus time?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and reclaiming my identity. If you’re ready to build faith while washing...

Are you teetering on the edge of mommy burn out?

Have you every stared at your home, your kids and your husband and felt like you were failing all three?

Do you wish someone would hold you and tell you that you're a good mom?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus follower. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back into mom life and rebuilding my identity. If you’re ready to buil...

Have you had well-meaning people telling you how to raise your children?

Do you find yourself paralyzed between wanting to do the right thing for your children and going against advice that just doesn't feel right for your kids?

Are you wishing there was a way to know what advice to follow and what advice to ignore?

If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus lover. I learned the not-so-secret ways to become the mom my girls needed by prioritizing Jesus back...

Do you miss having time for Jesus and yourself, but you’re drowning in the responsibilities of motherhood? If so, you’re in the right place. 

Hi, I’m Cheryl - Wife, girl mom, and Jesus lover. I've been on the hot mess mom express for years. Some days I still am. But I've learned if I am ever going to be the mother my girls needed, I have to prioritize time with Jesus back into mom life and reclaim my identity as a daughter of Christ. It's easy to lose focus in our busy and loud world...