#21: How To Trust God in the Journey and Be Thankful While Working to Be Home

Episode Summary: In this episode of Mom's Roadmap Home, I share how to embrace gratitude and trust God during the "in-between" seasons of life. If you’re longing to be home with your kids but still navigating the steps to get there, this episode is for you. We’ll explore biblical truths about gratitude, trusting God’s timing, and finding joy in the process as you move toward your goals.

Key Takeaways:

1. Gratitude shifts our perspective, helping us see God’s hand in every season.
2. Waiting isn’t wasted time—God uses it to prepare us for what’s ahead.
3. Celebrate small wins along the way; they’re evidence of progress and God’s faithfulness.

Timestamps and Highlights:

• [0:00] – The tension between gratitude for what you have and longing for what you hope for.
• [2:15] – Gratitude as an act of faith and how it transforms your journey.
• [6:50] – Lessons from Joseph: Trusting God in the waiting and believing He’s working behind the scenes.
• [12:30] – Celebrate progress: Small victories are worth acknowledging as part of God’s plan.
• [15:45] – Practical tips to stay faithful, like starting a gratitude journal, creating a milestone board, and memorizing scriptures.
• [20:10] – Surrendering your plans to God and trusting His perfect timing.

Action Steps for Moms:

• Start a Gratitude Practice: Write down three things you’re thankful for daily to shift your focus to God’s blessings.
• Create a Milestone Board: Track progress toward your goals, like saving money or learning new skills, to see how far you’ve come.
• Reflect on God’s Promises: Memorize scriptures like Philippians 4:19 to remind yourself of His faithfulness.
• Keep a Prayer Request Journal: Record prayers and their answers to see God’s hand in your life over time.

Listener Challenge: Take a moment this week to thank God for your current season, even if it feels like a waiting period. Celebrate one small victory that reminds you God is guiding you toward His plan for your life.

Connect with Me:

• Follow me on Instagram @MomsRoadmapHome

 

Closing Scripture: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” – James 1:2-4

Let’s trust God together, mama, and find joy in the journey!

 

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