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Why Motherhood Matters with September McCarthy
Why do we wait to feel overwhelmed before we do something about it? Women tend to put others’ needs before their own, and in the end, it backfires, causing us to resent our investment and the tiresome result. We talked earlier about being sowers, but God has also called us to be seekers — we are to be intentional in noticing and reaching out to the other women in our lives. We all have opportunities, every day, to reach into another woman’s life and hold her up while she works to regain her footing. Those of us who are feeling a little relief or perhaps have learned something along the way, well, we should be offering up a hand, a heart, a word or two to give that other mama a bit of relief and confidence in her calling. I like to call this the “no-judgement call.” Where women feel safe in reaching out and reaching in, knowing we have all been there, done that, and not one of us will ever claim to have attained perfection. And if you need to be on the receiving end of help, wave your white flag high for help. Raise it, wave it, and ask. We are called to ask for help. There should be no shame in the plea.
- Reach out to another mom if you’re feeling overwhelmed.
- Think about another mom who you can reach out to with a kind word of encouragement today.
Meet September McCarthy
September McCarthy is the wife to one amazing builder and a home educating mother to ten beautiful children. She is the founder and director of the non-profit ministry, Raising Generations Today. September is also the author of {Why} Motherhood Matters, with Harvest House Publishers. September writes with a heart of compassion for broken lives and shares hope in her words to women in every season of life.
You can order {Why} Motherhood Matters HERE.
About the Book:
{Why} Motherhood Matters
Do you ever wonder if your efforts as a mom make any difference?
Take heart. Whether you’re struggling through sleepless nights with your toddler or endless battles with your teen, September McCarthy’s story offers practical insights and powerful inspiration to encourage you on your own mothering journey.
As a mom for 25 years who continues to raise young children and love her young adults, September imparts words of wisdom and grace in key areas of Christian parenting, including…
- faith—getting honest with your family about your need for Jesus
- wellness—learning to take care of your kids…and yourself
- education—raising a new generation with creativity and character
- relationships—speaking to the heart of your children in unique ways
In these pages, you’ll find sweet anecdotes and gentle guidance for those moments you need both a breather and a lifeline. Motherhood is an incredible labor of love—and in the scope of eternity, it matters more than you know.
Walk It Out Scripture
Because of God’s grace to me, I have laid the foundation like an expert builder. Now others are building on it. But whoever is building on this foundation must be very careful. 1 Corinthians 3:10
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Resources, books, and links mentioned in this episode:
- Raising Generations Today
- Why Motherhood Matters
- Character Cards
- Woodland creature character cards
- September + Co (listeners can use the discount code TRICIA10)
- Bask | Nathan Goyer
- Heedless | Nathan Goyer
- Morning Basket
- Stay at Home journals
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