Moms In Prayer Podcast

“Through Moms in Prayer I have learned to walk in the presence of the Lord, to walk holding on to His promises, and pray His word over my entire family.”  Today Stacy welcomes Martha Barnett, our wonderful Moms in Prayer Ambassador to Africa.   Listen in to this amazing testimony of how the Lord chose Martha and appointed her to bear lasting fruit in her own home, her city, her state, and then around the world!   What the Lord has done through Martha, He can do through you as well.  About our Guest: Martha Barnett serves on the Moms in Prayer Georgia State Team as well as being an Ambassador for Moms in Prayer International to Africa. She is a mom and proud grandma with 8 grandchildren. Martha is delighted to be praying, now, for a second generation of loved ones and their schools. Martha and her husband Ted belong to the Africa Inland Mission organization and currently serve the church in Africa through the Association of Evangelicals in Africa (AEA) which has them traveling several times a year to Africa, a

“The God of the universe is praying attention to my prayers and they make a difference.” You are not going to miss a moment of this powerful, encouraging episode as Fern Nichols, the founder of Moms in Prayer International, expounds on this truth.  This message is timeless treasure from our Moms in Prayer archives and it just a relevant today as it was back in the day the ministry was known as Moms in Touch.  Listen in as Fern shares the difference one praying mom can make.     About our Guest: Fern Nichols is a former elementary school teacher and the founder of Moms in Prayer International, a prayer movement that mobilizes women around the world to gather together to pray for their children and schools. In 1984, Fern was fearful about sending her two eldest children off to junior high. She knew the school would be a battlefield for their hearts and minds. She realized the warfare would be intense and to fight in this battle she needed to invite other moms to pray. She called a mom and asked her to pray with

“When you took on the role of motherhood you became a leader.” What a sobering thought! How do we lead our children well?  Today Stacy welcomes author, speaker and a Moms in Prayer mom Jill Savage back to the podcast.  Listen in as she shares with wonderful authenticity, transparency, and humor her struggle with the demands of motherhood. We can all relate! And what the Lord taught Jill through this struggle is a gift we can all receive.  About our Guest: Jill Savage is an author and speaker who is passionate about relationships.   Founding Hearts at Home, a national organization that served moms for 24 years, Jill now speaks to thousands of men and women each year about their priorities, their passions, and their purpose.  She has been called one of today’s most exciting female speakers.  Her honest, engaging communication is strengthened by her ability to make her audience laugh while they learn. Jill is the host of the No More Perfect Podcast and the author of fourteen books including Empty Nest, Full Life

“Christ makes you enough for the children He has called you to.” Today Stacy talks with author, speaker, and homeschooling mom of four, Eryn Lynum.  Listen in as she shares how the Lord has taught her to number her days and in return how He has given her a heart of wisdom.  Is it too late for those of us parenting grown children?  Don’t miss this hope-filled encouragement straight from the heart of our loving heavenly father who is able to redeem, restore and make new.  About our Guest: Eryn Lynum is a speaker and author of the book 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting (Bethany House Publishers), along with features in four books by Guideposts. She holds a degree in Biblical studies and is a certified Master Naturalist, pointing others to the Creator through the wonders He has made. She lives in Northern Colorado with her husband, Grayson, and their four children. One of their top family values is to “do life together,” and they seek to do that in work, homeschool, faith, and play. Eryn h

“Every mom no matter her language, race, or socio-economic status wants prayer for her children and the school they attend.”  Today Stacy sits down with our wonderful Moms in Prayer Board Chair and Ambassador to South America, Michelle Kvandal.   Listen in as Michelle shares what the Lord has done as she has traveled all over the world not only sharing Moms in Prayer but also caring for orphans and widows in their distress through a ministry she co-founded with her husband Scott, Su Refugio.  About our Guest: Michelle Kvandal has a passion for discipling women.  After a 20-year career in engineering marketing, she began conducting "Women Discipling Women" training conferences in Argentina, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Portugal and the United States. The Lord then expanded Michelle’s training ministry to teach women how to start Moms in Prayer International groups, www.momsinprayer.org, where she serves as the Chairperson for the Board of Directors and is the South American Ambassador.  Michelle and her hu

“I carry the Holy Spirit of power in me.  What happens when I walk onto my campus and bring that with me?”  Aren’t you excited to find out?  Today Stacy welcomes the Executive Director of Christian Educators Association International, David Schmus to the podcast.  He is here to encourage us from the viewpoint of an educator, just how powerful and effective prayer can be.  About our Guest: David Schmus is the Executive Director of Christian Educators Association International (ceai.org), which seeks to encourage, equip, and empower Christian educators to transform our public, charter, and private schools with God’s love and truth. Prior to his tenure at CEAI, he was a high school AP US History/Government teacher and a Christian Club adviser for 15 years, being repeatedly honored as Most Inspirational Teacher. He holds an M.A. in Biblical Studies and Theology from Biola University, and has taught Biblical Worldview and Introduction to Teaching classes at Biola as an adjunct professor. David has provided leaders

“One is a whole number because Jesus is with you.” Today Stacy is joined by best-selling author, pastor’s wife, and Moms in Prayer mom, Pam Farrel. Listen in as Pam joyfully shares encouragement straight from the word of God and from her experience being raised by her hero, her single mom. About our Guest: Pam Farrel and her husband, Bill, are the authors of the bestselling Men Are Like Waffles--Women Are Like Spaghetti and Red-Hot Monogamy. Pam is also the author of more than 50 books on relationships, marriage, and parenting, including 52 Ways to Wow Your Husband, 7 Simple Skills for Every Woman, and The 10 Best Decisions a Woman Can Make. Pam is cofounder and codirector with Bill of Love-Wise, an organization to help people connect love and wisdom and bring practical insights to their personal relationships. The Farrels make their home aboard their boat docked in Southern California. Books:   “10 Best Decisions a Single Mom Can Make” by Pam Farrel and PeggySue Wells “The 10 Best Decisions Every Parent Can

“Our most vital role as a parent is to introduce our children to the One who can meet all their needs.” Today Stacy talks with best-selling author and single mom of seven, PeggySue Wells. Listen in as she shares the heart-mending, life-changing lessons the Lord taught her as she has journeyed through motherhood as a single mom.  Don’t miss a moment because these lessons are going to minister to every single mom, no matter what stage, no matter what age, no matter what relationship status.    About our Guest: History buff, and tropical island votary, PeggySue Wells parasails, skydives, snorkels, scuba dives, and has taken (but not passed) pilot training. Her greatest adventure is being called Mama by seven awesome children, and Mimi! by my Grammy awards. Writing from the 100-Acre wood in Indiana, PeggySue is the USA Today, Wall Street Journal, and Amazon bestselling author of 29 books, translated into eight languages including The Ten Best Decisions A Single Mom Can Make, Chasing Sunrise, Homeless for the Holi

“We serve a mighty God who blesses 1000 generations of those who love Him.” Today Stacy sits down with radio talk show host, concert pianist, and Arizona Moms in Prayer Regional Coordinator Doctor Deborah Joy.  She is a fifth-generation Korean believer here to share the legacy of faith that has been passed down in her family.  What you are about to hear is one amazing God story after another.  Truly the Lord’s faithfulness endures to all generations.  About our Guest: Dr. Deborah Joy is a fifth-generation believer who serves as a speaker, prayer minister, pianist, and life coach in schools, seminars, conferences, and churches. She grew up in a Christian home with three generations of pastors who modeled passionate lifestyles of prayer and worship. As an award-winning concert pianist and composer, she has traveled to various nations around the world, sharing the testimony of Jesus through evangelism, worship, and concerts. In recent years, Deborah hosted three original weekly radio programs, Praying for Your C

“Jesus, the Champion of grace, has won the battle for you, and He has huge supplies of grace waiting for you.”  Hallelujah! Listen in as Stacy talks with author, international speaker, and pastor’s wife Cheryl Brodersen about how we can access this abundant grace.   Don’t miss the encouragement that it’s good to come to Jesus empty because what He fills us with is far superior to anything we could have on our own.   About our Guest: Cheryl married Brian Brodersen in 1980, and for many years they ministered together at Calvary Chapel Vista, California. In 1996, the Brodersen family moved to London and planted Calvary Chapel Westminster. In 2000, at the request of her father, Pastor Chuck Smith, Brian and Cheryl returned from the UK to California to have Brian transition into the pastorate of Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. Brian became the senior pastor of the church in October of 2013. Cheryl currently oversees the Joyful Life women's Bible study at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. She also hosts a weekly podcast ca

“It is about shame-shattering, guilt-busting transformation so we can walk in the freedom Jesus purchased for us.”  Who doesn’t want that?  Listen in Stacy talks with our wonderful USA Country Coordinator, Susan Shepherd.  She is here to give us a sneak peek at the new Moms in Prayer summer Bible study that starts in July.  Don’t miss this behind the scenes look at the study available in both Spanish and English.  You can sign up today!   About our Guest: Susan Shepherd joyfully serves as the USA Country Coordinator for Moms in Prayer International. When she began praying 22 years ago as a group member, she could never have predicted that she would follow the Lord into leadership as a Group Leader, Area Coordinator, Alabama State Coordinator, Division Coordinator of the Mid-Atlantic and New England, and finally into this role as Country Coordinator. Susan is the wife of her husband, Joe, mom to her two married daughters, and the grandmother of one adorable grandson and another grandbaby on the way. Susan love

“Parenting is the hardest job we are not trained to do.”  So we need all the help we can get.  Right! Today Stacy welcomes Doctors David and Donna Lane to share their more than 80 years of combined experience working in the field of Christian counseling.  This episode is a gift because it is filled with godly wisdom and practical helps that will greatly assist us as we care for mental health of our children.  About our Guests: Drs. David and Donna Lane are a husband-wife counseling duo who specialize in trauma, grief, and loss as well as family relationships. While qualified by education, their life experience shapes much of their current-day work, as they have experienced first-hand the horrific death of their own son, who had a neurological disorder throughout his 17 years on earth. The Lanes are professors, counselors, consultants and award-winning authors; their research and writing on trauma and grief has been used extensively throughout the world in the aftermath of tragedies including the Sandy Hook sh

“She would not stop praying until she knew God had broken through.”  Today Stacy continues her conversation with Bible college professor, speaker and fellow podcast host Jasmine Alnutt.  Join us as we resume our journey through history looking at the praying moms behind some of the heroes of the faith.  You will be inspired as you hear jaw dropping accounts of what a difference a praying mom can make!  About our Guest: Jasmine Alnutt has been teaching at Calvary Chapel Bible College campuses for over 12 years. Her courses include Missionary Biographies, Church History, and Women in Church History.   Jasmine currently serves as a Joyful Life Women’s Ministry leader at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa and co-host of the Women Worth Knowing Podcast. She is from Washington State and graduated from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California. She served as Dean of Women at Calvary Chapel Bible College before serving in London, England, as a missionary.    Scripture:  Zechariah 4:6 (NKJV) So he answered and said to me:

“She realized the best thing she could do was pray.”   What a revelation!  Today Stacy is joined by Bible college professor, speaker and fellow podcast host Jasmine Alnutt.  She is going to take us on an amazing journey through church history looking at some of the heroes of the faith in a new way, through their praying moms.  You will be so encouraged as Jasmine confirms through historical accounts, the difference a praying mom can make.  About our Guest: Jasmine Alnutt has been teaching at Calvary Chapel Bible College campuses for over 12 years. Her courses include Missionary Biographies, Church History, and Women in Church History.   Jasmine currently serves as a Joyful Life Women’s Ministry leader at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa and co-host of the Women Worth Knowing Podcast. She is from Washington State and graduated from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California. She served as Dean of Women at Calvary Chapel Bible College before serving in London, England, as a missionary.    Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5 (

“My entire family was transformed and behind it all, was a praying grandma.”  On today’s episode Stacy sits down with author, speaker, and founder of Dare 2 Share Ministries, Greg Stier.  What you are about to hear is nothing short of miraculous, and it will spur you on to pray like you have never prayed before!  Listen in as Greg opens our eyes to view the potential of teenagers in a radically wonderful way.    About our Guest: Greg Stier is a champion for unleashing this generation with the Gospel. As the founder of Dare 2 Share Ministries, he is driven to help the Church activate Christian teenagers to reach their friends. In the last 30 years, Greg has trained millions of youth leaders and students how to relationally engage their world with the Good News of Jesus. A much sought-after speaker, Greg is a former pastor, church planter, youth leader, as well as the author of numerous books.    Acronym G- God O- Our S- Sins P- Paying E- Everyone L-Life    Scripture: Romans 1:16 (NIV) For I am not ashamed of t

“One of life’s greatest blessings is to have a godly mother.  And thus, one of the greatest gifts you can give your children is being a godly mother.”  How do we do this?   On today’s episode Stacy speaks with Jessie Seneca, author, speaker, and founder of More of Him Ministries.  You won’t want to miss a moment as Jessie freely and graciously shares godly wisdom she has gleaned in raising her children.  About our Guest: Jessie Seneca is the founder of More of Him Ministries and the iMOM at home conference. Jessie lives in Bethlehem, PA with her husband, John of 35 years. They have two daughters, Lauren and Sarah and two wonderful son-in-laws. And now add on two grandsons, Luke and Connor (life is full!). Her message inspires women to move into a whole-hearted lifestyle, one devoted fully to God. Jessie’s passion and wisdom is to use the gifts God has given her to speak into the lives of her listeners and readers through her Bible studies and books. While writing her book, Raising Girls, Diaper to Diamond, sh

“Our time on earth is so short, but our prayers are eternal.”  What an impact we can make through prayer and through encouraging moms to pray! Today we complete our the Moms in the Bible series looking at the life of Elizabeth.  Listen in as Stacy talks with Sally Burke, the president of Moms in Prayer International about the gift of godly mentorship.  We all need women like Elizabeth in our lives, but where do we find them?  You won’t want to miss a moment as Sally answers this question. About our Guest: Sally Burke, is a dynamic speaker, teacher, author and the President of Moms in Prayer International. She leads a worldwide ministry that equips and encourages women in the transforming power of prayer. As a child growing up in Florida, Sally was fascinated with the space program and began her career as a space shuttle engineer with a Master of Science in Management. After her marriage and the birth of two children, Sally and her husband came to faith in Christ, and Moms in Prayer soon became a top priority.

“The safest place to run with our brokenness is to the feet of Jesus.” Listen in as Stacy continues the Moms in the Bible series welcoming back our friend, author, and speaker, Lee Nienhuis.  As we walk through the stories of Tamar and Rahab we a going to see what the Lord, our redeemer, has done, can do, and will do for all who come to Him needing mercy and forgivness.          About our Guest: Lee Nienhuis is a passionate Bible teacher whose love for the Lord and the Word is contagious. Lee was the first host of the Moms in Prayer Podcast and serves as a Communications Specialist for Moms in Prayer International. With a heart for Inductive Bible Study and missions, she speaks domestically and abroad communicating a dynamic vision for the next generation and biblical literacy. Lee’s book, Brave Moms, Brave Kids: A Battle Plan for Raising Heroes, is a clarion call for parents who are looking to raise whole hearted Christ followers in this generation. Her new book, Countercultural Parenting, released June 2020

“God listens and understands. Isn’t that what we all desire?  To have somebody listen and understand our pain.” We are continuing our Moms in the Bible Series with Barb Cole, the Moms in Prayer Mid Atlantic Division Coordinator.  You‘re not going to want to miss a moment of this encouraging episode as she takes us through the account of Hannah. Hope for discouraged moms is here!   About our Guest: As the Mid Atlantic Division Coordinator, Barb Cole oversees Washington DC, NJ, MD, & DE in addition to her beloved home state of Pennsylvania.  She has been involved in Moms in Prayer International for 24 years but didn’t start praying in a group until her son was preparing for college. She is grateful the Lord brought this ministry to her attention when she most needed to learn to surrender control to God. Barb has been married to her best friend, Ken for 46 years. They have two sons, two daughters-in-love and four grandchildren.  Barb and Ken serve together in ministry with a local Dinner Church inviting peop

“There is no problem so big that God cannot fix it.” Hallelujah!  We are continuing our Moms in the Bible Series with Marta Gemelli, the Moms in Prayer Great Lakes Division Coordinator.   What encouragement we are going to hear as Marta takes us through the story of Rebekah.  Our God loves our children even more than we do so we can trust Him to care of them the very best way.   About our Guest: Marta Gemelli is the Great Lakes Division Coordinator of Moms in Prayer International overseeing the beautiful states of Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio.  She has been involved with Moms in Prayer for over 17 years.  With three kids grown and flown, she can testify to the power of prayer as it has helped her love her children just as they are and to celebrate how faithfully God has continued to direct them. She and her husband Michael split their time living in South Dakota and Illinois and enjoy hiking with their Pitbull, Tankerbell.   Scripture:  Scriptures on Rebekah found in Genesis 24-27 Genesis 2