The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith

Marci gets real about what it’s like to be a mom whose kids are growing up and moving out. With six kids and nine grandkids, she knows firsthand how hard (and rewarding!) it is to raise a family—and how empty the house can feel when everyone leaves. In this conversation, Marci opens up about the messy emotions of the empty nest, the struggles (and surprises) of launching kids, and why perfection isn’t the goal.

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Michelle’s life was upended by a series of heartbreaks she never expected—abuse, addiction, the devastation of divorce, and the tragic loss of her young son. But in her darkest hour, Michelle cried out to God from a place of brokenness, and He answered her.

Now, Michelle shares her journey from sorrow to strength, recounting how faith carried her through unimaginable grief and fear. She discovered how joy and sorrow can ...

Carol McCracken walked a hard road through motherhood, faith, and brokenness. When her son was diagnosed with multiple special needs—Carol and her family struggled to find hope and stability. The journey led through strained relationships, personal battles with alcoholism, and the pain of divorce. There were years of isolation and questions of worth—moments when the words "imposter," "fraud," and "sham" felt all too rea...

🌟 Amy Loflin leads us in deep truth from Luke 8 in this episode of The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith. 

Here are 3 key takeaways every parent, leader, and faith-driven individual can carry into daily life:

• Be Deliberate, Not Just Present: Many gathered around Jesus, but only one woman reached out with intention and received transformation. Are you living in casual proximity to faith, or intentionally seeking growth?

• Break t...

Content Warning: SA Survivor

Nancy’s early years were marked by a “Sunday-only” faith and deep wounds from abuse that shaped her path into adulthood. In this moving episode, she and Pam unpack the pain of hidden trauma, the shame that keeps us silent, and the journey toward healing.

Through honest conversation, Nancy describes how meeting Jesus, joining a supportive community, and confronting her past gradually brou...

Ever wonder how to cover your children in prayer when life feels overwhelming?

Join us in this conversation about practical, powerful tools to pray for your family! Maureen Miller is a wife, mom and grandma who has a beautiful way of breaking down each piece of the armor of God to equip you as you pray for your children and grandchildren. You will be encouraged to stand firm in faith and pray intentionally—even when life gets ...

Overwhelmed by raising four children, born within 18 month—including triplets—Laurie Devernoe found herself anxious, exhausted, and longing to get motherhood “right.” In her broken moments, she turned to God and discovered the beauty of faith in the everyday chaos

On this episode of The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith, Laurie shares real stories of mom life, hope when you feel alone, and practical ways to bui...

Adri stood at the crossroads of passion and purpose. Trained as an educator and ministry leader, she poured herself into her work, believing she could do it all. However.... When the constant juggling between career and motherhood left her feeling stretched thin and missing precious moments with her children, God called her to pause and pivot.

In surrender, Adri discovered that home was not a place of lesser calling, but a sacred mi...

Sometimes it pours! Going back to school, a cancer diagnosis, and the pain of estrangement from a child. In the middle of chaos, exhaustion, and unanswered prayers, God’s grace met Michelle. 

At her lowest points, Michelle was led to release emotional burdens and trust Jesus with what she couldn’t fix. Now, she is sharing her story to encourage mothers walking through heartbreak and uncertainty, reminding us all tha...

In this episode of "The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith," guest Rhonda Stoppe reflects on the lessons she's learned from studying the mothers of the Bible. She challenges the myth that a mother's success is determined by her children's choices, and shares practical insight on handling mom guilt, comparison, and prodigal children. Highlighting fearless, flawed, and faithful biblical moms—including Rahab, Esther, Rebecca, Naomi...

Andrea always dreamed of motherhood, but reality brought unexpected challenges and self-doubt. Struggling with frustration, she turned to faith, counseling, and community to find hope and healing. Now, she shares her story to encourage moms feeling overwhelmed, reminding them that it’s okay to ask for help, care for themselves, and trust God in every season.

Her journey offers practical wisdom for finding spiritual nourishment...

Whether you’re navigating career pivots, family challenges, or major life changes, we hope this testimony encourages you to trust in the journey and lean into faith and community.

3 Key Takeaways:

— Unexpected setbacks can open new doors. The Phillips’  financial crisis led them to create a hospitality business that has become a source of blessing for their family and many guests.

— Community matters. Dani...

Sydney Anne Bennett’s life changed overnight when a sudden illness brought disability just weeks after her wedding. Facing profound isolation and grief, she struggled to find hope in a world that often overlooks hidden suffering.

This is a candid story of navigating marriage, motherhood, and disability. Sydney testifies as to how God’s strength met her in weakness. Her example encourages us to embrace our brokenness, br...

Jill Chapman returns to The Mom Next Door: Stories of Faith, sharing how God has walked with her through uncertainty, answered prayers, and unexpected struggles. From her journey as a mom, grandma, teacher, and author, Jill shares with us about wrestling with faith, questioning God during hard times, and learning to trust Him more deeply.

Inspired by the story of John the Baptist, Jill is encouraging us to welcome our questions as a...

Ann’s life has been shaped by decades of motherhood, international missions, and a vibrant family legacy spanning generations. As a seasoned homeschool mom, grandmother, and a passionate advocate for Mission-Minded Families, Ann faced the bittersweet transition to empty nesting with faith, intentionality, and prayer.

Today, we are talking about generational shifts, family culture, spiritual rhythms, and the beauty of honoring ...

Meet Mollie Kramer, a young mom whose journey has inspired many on Instagram. Mollie shares how her faith deepened through an unexpected and challenging pregnancy, as she and her husband faced difficult medical diagnoses for their daughter Lucy—and chose hope over fear, despite advice to terminate. From learning to advocate for her child to building resilience and embracing motherhood’s surprises, Mollie’s story i...

Chris Bovill’s story begins on a busy New Zealand dairy farm, surrounded by six children, where faith and family are at the heart of everything she does. In this episode, Chris joins Pam Fields to share how God’s truth has carried her through the challenges of motherhood, homeschooling, and rural life.

Facing harsh words spoken over her as a child, Chris found hope and healing by anchoring herself in scripture. From crea...

Vivian spent years juggling career, family, and the pressures of doing it all—until overwhelm and burnout brought her to her knees. In her lowest moments, she surrendered to God and discovered the freedom and restoration He offers. Now, Vivian joins Pam to share her journey from burnout to balance, offering encouragement for moms who feel stretched thin.In this episode, Vivian and Pam discuss finding identity beyond work, the...

We're diving into the everyday, often unseen moments of motherhood—those times that can feel mundane, overwhelming, or like a placeholder for "real" life.

We're joined by Katie LaPierre, founder of Eternally Minded Mamas, who is passionate about keeping an eternal perspective through the routines and challenges of family life. Together, we’re gonna explore how God meets us—not just in big, spiritual moments—b...