No Higher Calling
God has given me a passion for motherhood and homemaking. From that passion, a ministry has birthed- No Higher Calling. There is no higher calling on my life than to be wife to Simeon and mama to my littles. Join with me on my motherhood journey as I seek to encourage moms and point them to Christ.
Episodes
"Wrong will be right when Aslan comes in sight, at the sound of his roar sorrows will be no more, when he bares his teeth winter will meet its death, and when he shakes his mane we shall have spring again."
We live in a world that is ravaged by sin and brokeness. Though it can feel like this "winter" s...
Join me as I share about the books I read during the last quarter of 2025.
1. The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket
2. Nova by Chuck Black
3. The Hedge of Thorns by Lamplighter
4. The Secret of the Hidden Cove by Lamplighter
5. City of Serpents by Christina Baehr
6. Vally of Dragons by Christina Baehr
7. A Charlotte Mason Companion by Karen Andreola
8. Flight by Chuck Black
9. Book Girl by Sarah Clarkson
10. A Day at a Time by Kri...
Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays 'Cause no matter how far away you roam If you want to be happy in a million ways For the holidays, you can't beat home, sweet home
Join me for a special holiday episode as walk down memory lane remembering Christmas past, delight in the joys and traditions of Christmas present, and hope and dream of a beautiful Christmas future.
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God will take care of you, Through every day, o'er all the way...
Throughout our lives, we pick up burdens—big and small—that quietly grow into worry, fear, and overwhelm. We weren’t meant to carry them alone.
In this episode, we look at one of the most tender invitations in Scripture: “Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” (1 Peter 5:7). God doesn’t just offer to take our anxieties; He promises to shoulder them c...
The Missionary Monday series has been the most encouraging journey throughout 2025! We have heard from women on every continent and from every stage of life. We have realized that God is at work all over the globe, and there are so many souls that need to hear the Gospel!
Join me as I wrap up this series by sharing about our ministry in Parramatta, Australia. As our family nears three years on the field, we have seen God prove Hims...
"True hospitality consists of giving the best of yourself to your guests." -Eleanor Roosevelt
This episode explores a remarkable story from the late 1800s that embodies the essence of true hospitality as we learn the story behind the hymn "Little Is Much When God Is In It." This hymn reflects the profound impact of simple acts of generosity, emphasizing that even small gestures, when offered with faith, can yield immense spiritua...
Join me as I reflect on the best homeschool year yet with my kids! We've laughed, explored, and grown together through learning and adventures. In this episode, I give a glimpse into our daily schedule, favorite curriculum picks, beloved read-alouds, memory work, and more. If you're curious about joyful, family-centered education, this one's for you!
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I must tell Jesus all of my trials; I cannot bear these burdens alone; In my distress He kindly will help me; He ever loves and cares for His own.
God choses different paths for different people. No matter the trial, He promises to give the grace required to live out the life He has perfectly chosen for each of us. When life brings challenges or sorrows, we must tell Jesus! He will sustain us. We do not need to bear our burdens a...
I struggle with the pursuit of perfection. This has been an area of my life where God has been growing me and changing me. I can easily put expectations and standards on myself that God does not have on me. That brings bondage and oppression when God desires for us to live in freedom.
Join me as we chat through these topics of striving, motivation, identity, and keeping our goal focused on the glory of God alone.
Scriptures Refe...
Travel with me and hear about other places, cutlures, and peoples as I interview missionaries around the globe. God is at work in this world! We can have a part in that work!
Retired missionary LouAnn Keiser joins us to share about the decades that her family served the Lord in Spain. Her testimony is a beautiful story of God's faithfulness, provision, and guiding hand.
Her devotional thought is centered around the question, "What...
For I know, whate'er befall me, Jesus doeth all things well.
In this episode, we dive into the hymn "All the Way My Savior Leads Me" by Fanny Crosby. We learn that our God is leads us and is trustworthy. Proverbs 16:9 says that the Lord directs our steps. Whatever you are facing in your life, you can find peace in knowing that all the way, your Savior will lead you!
Scriptures Referenced:
Ruth
Job 23:13-14; 40:2; 42:2, 5-6
Prover...
God designed our stress levels to fluctuate, but chronic stress is not part of His plan, yet so many find themselves battling this. In today’s fast-paced world, many feel frazzled instead of flourishing.
This episode explores the impact of stress on women, practical ways to manage it, and biblical encouragement for finding peace.
Scriptures Referenced:
Psalm 55:22; 94:19
Isiah 41:10
Matthew 6:34
John 16:...
This school year has been an adventure as I have taught my son how to read. He started the year as quite the reluctant reader. Now as we wrap up the school year, I find him reading lengthy chapter books of his own desire and delight!
On this episode, I share some tips I learned while encouraging my reluctant reader.
Resources Referenced:
- NHC Blog: Links for the Books discussed in this episode https://nohighercalling.org/how...
In this episode, holistic nutritionist Rebecca Grant explores how mothers can make informed choices about their children’s health and nutrition. We discuss the critical role of nourishing foods during preconception, pregnancy, and a child’s early years to establish a foundation for healthy living. Key topics include:
- Supporting a baby’s gut health and microbiome.
- Transitioning to solid foods.
- Promoting healthy snacking habits. ...
Travel with me and hear about other places, cutlures, and peoples as I interview missionaries around the globe. God is at work in this world! We can have a part in that work!
Pastor's wife Suzy Crocket joins me to share about their family's time serving in Romania. This part of the world holds vast beauty and intrigue, but it is an area that has a great need for the gospel. Suzy also shares what God is teaching her as a mother to y...
People all over the world have been impacted by the death of Charlie Kirk.
People all over the world have been awakened to spiritual things.
People all over the world have been emblazened to stand for our King.
God has always had a remnant. This is not the time for God's remnant to keep our heads down until Jesus comes. This is the time for God's remnant to rise up and live, love, and speak with courage for our faith!
Anchored in R...
Join me as I share what I've been reading during quarter 3 of 2025!
1. Faith That Sticks by Tricia Goyer & Leslie Nunnery
2. Reclaiming Quiet by Sarah Clarkson
3. The Mythmakers by John Hendrix
4. Wormwood Abbey by Christina Baehr
5. The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster
6. Michael's Gentle Wife by Karen Andreola
7. It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn by Greta Eskridge
8. The Prince and The Blight by Kathryn Butler
9. ...
Grief, while deeply painful, can sometimes serve as a catalyst for strengthening the marriages of Christian couples who navigate it together with faith. Simeon and I have seen that first hand in the lives of our friends and mentors. We have also experienced that truth in our own marriage.
In this episode, we seek to share lessons God has taught us in the midst of grief and how these biblical principles can make your marriage stron...
Come, thou Fount of every blessing; tune my heart to sing thy grace; streams of mercy, never ceasing, call for songs of loudest praise.
In this episode, we explore the timeless hymn "Come Thou Fount" and its powerful message of redemption. Discover how God, our Redeemer, ransoms us from the bondage of sin, as vividly reflected in the life of the hymn’s writer, Robert Robinson. Once a wayward young man, Robinson’s heart was transfor...
In this episode, Brettnay interviews Megan Ziegenfus, creator of the Body Talk Basics puberty course. They discuss how important it is for mothers to walk with their daugthers through this season, being a voice of truth and compassion. This can help form a strong bond that will serve the family well as you enter into the teen years.
Resources Referenced:
- Body Talk Basics Puberty Course: Use code NHC10 to save 10%. https://no...
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