Childhood should be carefree, right? We hope that our kids make it to adulthood with as few scars as possible, but that isn’t the nature of the world we live in. What happens when our kids encounter grief? What happens when we aren’t able to give them the childhood we wanted them to have?
This week I talk with Lisa Appelo, widow and mom of seven, who found herself in that spot - grieving the life she wanted for herself and her children, and then having to navigate the shift in every relationship that comes through change or grief. What she has found in the last 11+ years has been the presence of God for her and her kids. The rhythm of their regular bible study was a lifeline and she offers us great encouragement of God’s nearness and direct involvement in our lives. Read more of their story in Lisa’s new book Life can be Good Again: Putting Your World Back Together After it All Falls Apart.
We’re taking time this summer (as usual) to be mentored by some experienced moms and benefit from their wisdom. I’m asking them about their “mom brands” and the unique families and assignments God has given them to help us embrace the specific and unique spot God has given each of us.
Discussion Questions:Connect with Lisa Appelo:
Links Mentioned:
Walking Thru Divorce :: Lara Williams [Ep 324]
Inner Healing Prayer :: Jennifer Barnett [Ep 323]
Six Needs of Every Child :: Amy and Jeffrey Olrick [Ep 322]
Healing from Broken Friendships :: Shundria Riddick [Ep 321]
Hosting a Simple Passover Seder :: Chris and Karen Katulka [Ep 320]
Connecting Through Play :: Charissa Fry [Ep 319]
True Intimacy with God :: Mo Isom Aiken [Ep 318]
Supporting Students with Dyslexia :: Kerri Irvin [Ep 317]
Bruce Learns to Label His Feelings :: Bruce and Heather [Ep 316]
A Lil Help with Boys and Screens :: David Thomas [Bonus]
Understanding Boys Better :: David Thomas [Ep 315]
Talk to Your Kids about Race :: Kirsten Watson [Ep 314]
Overwhelmed Beyond Your Strength :: Jackie Askvig [Ep 313]
Why Read the Entire Bible? :: Tara Leigh Cobble [Ep 312]
Getting Brave About Anxiety :: Sissy Goff [Ep 311]
Finding Yourself in Motherhood :: Amber O'Neal Johnston [Ep 310]
Safe Conversations :: Harville Hendrix and Helen Hunt [Ep 309]
Redeeming Shame through Community :: Dr. Curt Thompson [Ep 308]
Worth Repeating // Kirk Martin (Calm Parenting)
Worth Repeating // Christy Nockels (Christmas Ed)
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