In this episode, we dive into the first spiritual discipline of Season 2: being in Scripture. Learn practical, grace-filled ways to return to God’s Word each day—even in short, interrupted moments of motherhood—and discover how consistent, small engagements with Scripture can shape your heart, renew your mind, and fill you with wisdom for your family and life.

Scripture References: Psalms 1, Romans 12:2, Hebrews 4:12

Recommended Resources:

Lord, Teach Me To Study the Bible in 28 Days by Kay Arthur

Learn the Bible in 24 Hours by Chuck Missler

Reading the Bible with Rabbi Jesus by Lois Tverberg

The Bible Project Podcast

BEMA Podcast

The Bible Recap Podcast

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In this episode, I sit down with a former high school creative writing teacher who helped shape my love of words and whose own story has been shaped by motherhood, creativity, and God’s grace. We talk honestly about the pressure to be the “perfect mother,” how perfectionism can become an identity, and the freedom that comes when we allow ourselves to fail without being defined by it. She reflects on raising two daughters who are now adults, learning to loosen her grip, and discovering grace across seasons of motherhood. We also explore her lifelong love of teaching and writing, and what it’s been like to see her book come to life in this season. This conversation is for any mom who feels weary from striving and longs to rest in grace.

Mandy Houk Website

Mandy Houk Instagram

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Motherhood changes everything—including how we relate to God.

In this Season 2 intro episode of Holy Ground Motherhood, we’re talking about why spiritual practices matter, what kind of transformation only the Holy Spirit can bring, and how we participate in that work without turning faith into another performance metric.

In this episode, we explore:

1. The difference between behavior change and spiritual formation
2. Why spiritual disciplines are about availability, not perfection
3. How consistency and availability work together in motherhood
4. What it means to “make room” for the work only God can do
5. What to expect in Season 2 and how this rhythm is designed to support real life

Scripture Reference: Romans 12:2

Resources:

Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney

Sacred Rhythms by Ruth Haley Barton

Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer

Soul Feast by Marjorie Thompson

Holy Ground Motherhood ⁠⁠Links