Join me as I share what I've read in Quarter 1 of 2026.

• Oath by Chuck Black
• Merchant by Chuck Black
• Reclamation by Chuck Black
• A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle
• Isola by Allegra Goodman
• Metabolism Repair for Women by Dr. Lara Briden
• Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
• We Shall All Be Changed by Whitney K. Pipkin
• As For Me and My House by Stacie Loughrin
• Creed by Chuck Black
• The Queen's Cook by Tessa Afshar
• When the Day Comes by Gabrielle Meyer
• Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means
• Letters to Pastor's Wives by Catherine J. Stewart
• The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku
• Daily Sourdough by Lisa Bass
• Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder
• Homegrown by Amber O'Neal Johnson
• Well Lived by Sally Clarkson

Resources Referenced:

• Find these books on the NHC Blog https://nohighercalling.org/2026-reading-challenge-quarter-1/
• Find these books on my Amazon Storefront https://amzn.to/4jn6oP2
• World Watch News

  https://app.worldwatch.news/?referral_code=DBgHDaDHgeBeiD

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The key to a successful morning routine is a good evening routine.

Many of us want productive mornings, but we often forget that they begin the night before. When we use our evenings to prepare for the next day, spend meaningful time connecting with family, and allow our bodies and minds to wind down for quality sleep, we create not only more peaceful evenings but better mornings as well.

In this episode, we discuss...

• Why having an evening routine is important
• Establishing your evening priorities
• Ways to wind down well, promoting refreshment and good sleep
• How gratitude plays a huge role in our spiritual and mental wellness

Resources Referenced:

• The Time Saving Mom by Crystal Paine https://amzn.to/3Pc8pCI
• Earthley Wellness Goodnight Magnesium Lotion https://earthley.com/products/good-night-lotion
• Subscribe to the NHC Email www.nohighercalling.org
• World Watch News

  https://app.worldwatch.news/?referral_code=DBgHDaDHgeBeiD

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Psalm 116:15 — "Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints."

In this episode, we explore how Scripture confronts death head-on, transforming it from bondage to deliverance through Christ's victory. Facing grief, trials, and mortality reveals deeper hope: valleys become mountaintops, suffering yields glory, and Jesus meets us in our pain with His presence and tears.

A thoughtful meditation on grief, hope, and the splendor of God's redemptive work—reminding us we can rest in Christ's triumph even as we await its fullness.

Scriptures Referenced:

• Psalm 116:15
• Romans 8:22-23
• 1 Corinthians 15:51, 54
• Genesis 3:4; 15
• Lamentations 3:32
• Revelation 21:4-5

Resources Referenced:

• We Shall All Be Changed by Whitney Pipkin https://amzn.to/4b9bTOM
• World Watch News

  https://app.worldwatch.news/?referral_code=DBgHDaDHgeBeiD

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Join Simeon and I as we answer listener questions!

• What is your favorite thing about each other?
• How do you spend quality time together on a daily basis?
• How to prioritize your marriage in difficult/stretching seasons where time/energy is limited?
• How can I support my husband in ministry best while also prioritizing the kids?
• How to balance marriage, motherhood, and ministry?
• How to cultivate a goldy marriage while in ministry?
• What was your gut reaction/thought when Brettnay first said the words "home birth"?
• What are your specific postpartum plans for Simeon to help while you recover?

Resources Referenced:

• NHC Podcast: Facing Postpartum as a Team https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/nhc-family-facing-postpartum-as-a-team/id1547126864?i=1000652475260
• Watch the interview on the NHC YouTube channel https://youtu.be/-P8Cysal6XU
• World Watch News

  https://app.worldwatch.news/?referral_code=DBgHDaDHgeBeiD

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Join Simeon and I as we share some of our favorite 2 player board games.

Resources Referenced:

• Find links for all the games mentioned: https://nohighercalling.org/favorite-date-night-games/
• World Watch News

  https://app.worldwatch.news/?referral_code=DBgHDaDHgeBeiD

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In this warm, encouraging conversation, Sarah and I share about transforming our daily time in the kitchen—from seeing it as a reluctant chore to embracing it as a place of genuine joy, love, and even worship.

We share how God softened their hearts toward cooking, revealing it as a beautiful way to steward their homes, nurture their families, and extend hospitality even in the everyday moments. Drawing from Scripture and real-life experiences, they explore how preparing meals can minister to others (just as Jesus did around the table), build lasting family memories, and fill the home with an inviting aroma that points to His presence.

Together we discuss simple, heartfelt shifts: slowing down to savor the process, involving children in meaningful ways, setting the table with care (candles, music, favorite dishes—even for their own loved ones), and reclaiming the family table in a culture that's losing it.

Whether you're a busy mom looking to find delight in meal prep or simply want to make your kitchen feel more like the heart of your home, this episode invites you to start small and rediscover cooking as an act of purposeful love poured out right where you are.

Resources Referenced:

• Subscribe to the NHC Email: www.nohighercalling.org
• Connect with Sarah on IG https://www.instagram.com/faithfulandflourishing/
• Subscribe to Sarah's Email/Substack https://faithfulandflourishing.org/
• The Lifegiving Table by Sally Clarkson https://amzn.to/4bV0MtP
• Teachers of Good Things by Francie Taylor https://amzn.to/3MBlk0b
• Farmhouse on Boone Beginner Sourdough Bread https://www.farmhouseonboone.com/beginners-sourdough-bread-recipe/
• Erin Bates Paine Sourdough for Beginners https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fi84RRL7sWg&t=204s
• Sue Becker's Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sues-healthy-minutes-with-sue-becker-the-bread-beckers/id1609279985
• Watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/o09C8TUtyVk

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Simeon and I share some of our family's favorite board games for younger and older children!

Resources Referenced:

• NHC Blog: Family Game Night Favorites FIND ALL THE LINKS! https://nohighercalling.org/family-game-night-favorites/
• Our favorite games on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/shop/nohighercalling_/list/2F0XWD60PQMRZ?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d
• NHC Podcast: Spending One-on-One Time with Your Children https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/spending-one-on-one-time-with-your-kids/id1547126864?i=1000634580156
• Head to Toe Prayer Journal https://nohighercalling.org/shop/devotional/head-to-toe/

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In this episode of the podcast, we get a faith-centered, practical roadmap to combat excessive screen time and reclaim family presence. Recent data shows teens averaging 7+ hours of daily entertainment screen time (with many exceeding 8 hours), nearly half of U.S. teens online "almost constantly" (Pew Research), and kids owning smartphones by age 12 facing higher risks of depression, obesity, and poor sleep (2025 CHOP/Columbia study). For moms, heavy smartphone use often heightens stress, anxiety, and fatigue—stealing moments from kids and God.

As you implement boundaries, may you experience the freedom and deeper connection God desires for our lives—redeeming the time for what truly matters most

Scriptures Referenced:

Psalm 90:12

Philippians 4:8

Colossians 4:5

Resources Referenced:

• Head to Toe Prayer Journal https://nohighercalling.org/shop/devotional/head-to-toe/
• NHC Podcast: Living a Life You Love with Sarah Boots https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/living-a-life-you-love-tea-time-chat-with-brettnay-sarah/id1547126864?i=1000743803048
• NHC Podcast: Circadian Rhythm with Sarah Boots https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/circadian-rhythm-with-sarah-boots/id1547126864?i=1000656357180

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