Diane Doucet Matthews
Wife of Elder, Fellowship Bible Church
Appears in 115 Episodes
Give Your Kids a Slow Summer this Year (And Watch Them Flourish) [Greatest Hits]
→ Prayer CalendarSummer offers a unique opportunity to slow down, connect, and refocus on what really matters. But for many parents, it quickly becomes a season of hus...
A Christian Mom's Guide to Slowing Down: A Peaceful Heart Creates a Peaceful Home
→ Prayer CalendarMotherhood is full of noise, rushing, and never-ending to-do lists, but what if slowing down was the most important thing you could do for your child ...
An Encouragement for Young Mothers to Parent by Faith Not Feelings (with Practical Examples)
→ Prayer CalendarThere are moments in motherhood when emotions feel louder than everything else. Your child is overwhelmed, you’re overwhelmed, and it can feel like th...
A Biblical Reset from Modern Parenting Trends for Christian Moms
→ Prayer CalendarIt usually starts with a quick search. A tough parenting moment, a tired afternoon, or a question you just want answered fast. So you open your phone,...
The Sleep Training Conversation We Wish We Had as New Moms (And Why Grace Matters More Than Rules)
→ Prayer CalendarThere’s a moment every young mom hits (usually sometime around 2 AM) where exhaustion meets confusion, and the question quietly surfaces: “Am I doing ...
"How Do I Disciple My Children?" [Listener Q+A]
→ Prayer CalendarAs a mom, you’re not just raising kids, you’re raising disciples. But what does that look like when your kids are still in diapers, asking why the sky...
Preparing for Your New Arrival Like Mary: Trusting God, Nesting Well, and Welcoming Help [Holiday Favorite]
→ Prayer CalendarBringing a baby home is one of life’s most sacred transitions, and for young Christian mothers, it’s a season that comes with both tender anticipation...
Advent Reflections for Young Moms Feeling Overwhelmed this Christmas Season [Holiday Favorite]
→ Prayer CalendarAdvent isn’t just a season, it’s an invitation. For young mothers navigating the emotional weight and expectations of Christmas, it can feel like a tu...
Preparing Little Ones for Thanksgiving Gatherings: Family Member Introductions, Trying New Foods, and Unpredictable Bedtimes [Greatest Hits]
→ Prayer CalendarThanksgiving can be beautiful, but it can also be overstimulating, emotional, and flat-out exhausting for young moms trying to hold it all together. B...
How to Build a Home Marked by Gratitude: Simple Morning Routines, Practical Daily Prayers, and the Surprising Health Benefits of Giving Thanks
→ Prayer Calendar→ Read 'Valley of Vision'As a young mom, it can be easy to get swept up in the daily grind of changing diapers, managing meltdowns, cooking meals, and...
7 Lies About Feelings that Keep Young Parents Stuck (And What the Bible Actually Says)
→ Prayer Calendar→ Read 'Emotionally Healthy Spirituality'Feelings (or emotions): the internet is full of recommendations and tips about them. Within all the noise, th...
Motherhood Questions: Building Genuine Friendships, Identifying Mom Anger, and Battling Busyness & Overstimulation [Q+A]
→ Prayer CalendarMotherhood is a gift but it can also come with a fair bit of struggles. In this episode, we tackle some of the most common and challenging questions t...
Bringing Your New Baby Home: Preparing Older Siblings, Advice on Meal Trains & Visitors, and Navigating "Regression" with Grace
→ Prayer CalendarBringing home a new baby is a beautiful, sacred moment. But for young mothers, it can also come with questions, guilt, and unexpected emotions, especi...
Setting Boundaries with In-Laws, Navigating Blended Families, & Parenting with an Unbelieving Spouse [Q+A]
→ Prayer CalendarFamily relationships are a gift but they can also be complicated. In this episode, we tackle some of the most common and challenging questions that co...
Encouragement for New and Expectant Moms: Reality of Early Motherhood vs. Perceptions on Instagram
→ Prayer CalendarThe newborn season is sacred, tender, and overwhelming all at once. If you’re a new or expectant mom, you might be flooded with advice, milestones, an...
Crafting a Parenting Plan Infused with Peace, Purpose, and Flexibility [Greatest Hits]
→ Prayer CalendarCreating a parenting plan can feel overwhelming especially in the early years when days are unpredictable and your energy is low. But what if a plan w...
Potty Training 101: How to Avoid Power Struggles, Practical First Steps, and Nighttime Preferences [Greatest Hits]
→ Prayer CalendarPotty training is one of the most common parenting milestones and often, one of the most stressful. In this episod, we offer a refreshing grace-filled...
Reclaiming Summer: A Christian Parent’s Guide to Rest, Connection, and Unstructured Play [Garden Analogy]
→ Prayer CalendarSummer offers a unique opportunity to slow down, connect, and refocus on what really matters. But for many parents, it quickly becomes a season of hus...
Nurturing Lifelong Sibling Friendships: Acts of Service, Conflict Resolution, and Mealtime Questions [Greatest Hits]
→ Our Children's Bible recommendations→ Prayer CalendarIs it possible for siblings to grow up not just as family, but as lifelong friends? In this episode, we dive int...
Infant Sleep Training: Practical Strategies Rooted in Wisdom and Grace [Greatest Hits]
→ Prayer CalendarSleep: it's one of the most talked about (and stressed over) topics for new parents. In this episode, we break down the wide world of sleep training. ...