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Wire Talk was created to encourage and equip moms throughout the challenging and life-changing journey of motherhood. Each week on Wire Talk Karen Stubbs offers godly, practical advice on the topics every mother has questions about: mom guilt, our children’s faith, potty-training, divorce, our teenagers dating, and more!
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- Today20 min
522: How to Build Work Ethic in Your Kids This Summer
Summer brings more snacks, more messes, and more opportunities to teach our kids valuable life skills! Today Karen and Emily are talking about why building a strong work ethic starts at home and why moms should avoid overfunctioning for their children, plus Karen gives practical ideas to teach age-appropriate responsibility. We hope this conversation will encourage you to play the long game this summer as you prepare your kids for real life!Episode Recap:You don’t have to be the one cleaning all the messes this summer Helping around the house instills confidence in kids We want to raise contributors, not consumers Teach your children to go the extra mile What are good kids' chores at each stage of development? How do you handle kids who push back on doing chores? Scripture:Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV) "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving."Discussion Questions: How were chores and household responsibilities handled in your home growing up? Are you mimicking that environment or handling the workload differently in your own home? Are there areas where you might be "over-functioning" for your children? What is one responsibility you could begin transferring to them this summer?Which age-appropriate chore or life skill would be most beneficial for your child to learn right now? What would the training phase look like?Resources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Karen and Emily get real about how chores work in Emily’s houses and Karen demonstrates how to fold a fitted sheet! Don’t sleep on becoming an Insider - learn today! Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.
- 1 weeks ago21 min
521: Serving Alongside Your Kids This Summer
Summer is a perfect time to help our kids learn to look beyond themselves. In this episode, Karen and Emily share simple, practical ways families can serve together, whether that’s visiting a nursing home, helping with food recovery, serving on a mission trip, or just paying attention to the needs around you. We hope this conversation encourages you to start small, think intentionally, and discover how serving others can grow your family's faith this summer!Episode Recap:Snack time strategies for summer Serving with your kids can feel daunting Start small wherever you are Organizations like Lighthouse have opportunities for your whole family When you open your eyes, you’ll start to see opportunities everywhere Pray and ask God to show you ways to give back with your kids this summer Scripture: Philippians 2:3–4 (NIV) "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others."Discussion Questions: What opportunities already exist in your community for your family to serve together?What keeps your family from serving more often, and what’s one small step you could take this summer?Karen talks about how serving helps us get outside our own "bubble." Where might God be inviting your family to lift your eyes beyond your bubble this summer?Resources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Second Helpings AtlantaLighthouse Family RetreatsBecome a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Karen shares a personal story about taking Abby on a mission trip to China when she was just 9 years old - you never know how God is going to use your kids in service! Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.
- 2 weeks ago35 min
520: How to Grow Spiritually Alongside Your Kids This Summer
We’re kicking off a brand-new summer series today! All month long, we’ll be talking about how to make the most of the new rhythm summer brings to your home. In this episode, we’re talking about simple, practical ways moms can grow spiritually alongside their kids. We hope this conversation encourages you that you don’t have to do this perfectly to take meaningful steps of growth toward Jesus together as a family.Episode Recap:Whether you look forward to summer or dread it, try to enjoy it! You do not have to entertain your child all summer long Which kind of summer mom are you? You want your kids to see Jesus shining through you to your kids Let your kids see your real struggles (appropriately) Pray BIG with your kids Walk your kids through unanswered prayers when you are praying together Model humility and repentance What does this look like at different ages? Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7(NIV) “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”Discussion Questions: Which part of this conversation felt most challenging to you: praying big, modeling repentance, letting your kids see your struggles, or something else?Which one of these do you feel like you’re already doing? How can you create small, intentional spiritual rhythms in your home this summer without putting pressure on yourself to “do it perfectly”?What is one practical step you could take this week to help your kids see authentic faith lived out in everyday life?Resources:Pick up a copy of Karen’s devotional to read this summerRegister for the SOAR Conference today. Snag How to Teach Your Kids the Bible and work through it with your kids this summer! Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Karen and Emily answer listener questions about kids pushing back against going to church and asking big questions about God. Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.
- 3 weeks ago24 min
519: You Are Not Defined by Your Past
As we wrap up our Mothers of the Bible series, we’re looking at one of the most complicated and heartbreaking stories in Scripture: Bathsheba. Her life was marked by loss, pain, shame, and circumstances she never would have chosen, yet God was still at work redeeming her story. In this episode, Karen and Emily talk about how our worst moments do not define us, how God meets us in brokenness, and why it’s never too late for redemption.Episode Recap:Soar is coming up in September - join us and see Karen live! What we know of Bathsheba’s story begins with David’s lust Bathsheba becomes the mother of Solomon Bathsheba was not in control of what was happening to her God is in the business of redemption Our worst days or seasons do not define our identity No one is too far gone for God to use in His story Do not let Satan convince you that you are unworthy Scripture: Matthew 1:6 (NIV) “David was the father of Solomon, whose mother had been Uriah’s wife…”Discussion Questions: Have you ever felt defined by a mistake or painful season in your life?What parts of Bathsheba’s story stand out to you the most, why?Is there an area of your life where you struggle to believe God can bring redemption?What does it practically look like to separate your identity from your past?Resources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Snag How to Teach Your Kids the Bible and work through it with your kids this summer! Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderWant More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Karen and Emily share a family story that illustrates the importance of bringing our sin into the light and allowing Christ to redeem our past. Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.
- 4 weeks ago21 min
518: How Do We Trust God When Life Hurts?
Naomi’s story is one of grief and disappointment, but ultimately, it’s about redemption. Today on Wire Talk, Karen and Emily continue our Mothers of the Bible series by looking at how God was working behind the scenes even when Naomi felt abandoned and bitter. If you’re walking through loss, broken relationships, or a season that feels nothing like the life you imagined, we hope this look at the life of Naomi reminds you that God is not absent and He is still writing your story.Episode Recap:This week we’re looking at Naomi’s story When this story begins, Naomi is living through one crisis after another Naomi’s outlook on her future was bleak God works to weave a thread of redemption through Naomi’s life God never abandons us even when it feels like He has We are not writing our own stories Scripture: Ruth 4:14 (NASB) “Then the women said to Naomi, “Blessed is the Lord who has not left you without a redeemer today, and may his name become famous in Israel.”Discussion Questions: Have you ever gone through a season where disappointment or grief changed the way you viewed your life or even God?Are there losses or disappointments you’ve tried to “move past” without honestly grieving them?Is there a story you’re currently telling yourself that may not actually be true? (“God has forgotten me,” “Things will never change,” etc.)Which truth from Naomi’s story do you most need to hold onto right now:It’s okay to grieveYour perspective isn’t always accurateGod is still writing your storyResources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderSnag How to Teach Your Kids the Bible and work through it with your kids this summer! Want More of This Conversation?During Wire Talk+, Karen shares more personally about seasons in her own life that didn’t turn out the way she expected and how God redeemed her disappointment. Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.
- May 12, 202621 min
517: When God Feels Silent
Today we’re continuing our Mothers of the Bible series by looking at Hannah’s story in 1 Samuel. Hannah was a woman who longed for a child and wrestled with seasons of waiting and disappointment. Listen as Karen teaches through this story, reminding us that God invites us to trust Him, even when our prayers feel unanswered. If you’ve ever waited on God for something close to your heart, we hope you are encouraged to persevere today.Episode Recap:This week we’re looking at Hannah’s story Don’t miss the BOAW birthday party after the Soar Conference this year! Hannah is where, “...for this child I have prayed.” comes from Hannah had dealt with infertility for years Your pain may be different from Hannah’s but we can learn from her response Hannah and Jochebed both had hearts that were surrendered to the Lord Hannah recognized that it was the Lord who made her strong Like sheep, we need to follow first We must continually remind ourselves that God is good Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:1-2 (NIV) “Then Hannah prayed and said:“My heart rejoices in the Lord; in the Lord my horn is lifted high.My mouth boasts over my enemies, for I delight in your deliverance.“There is no one holy like the Lord; there is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God.”Discussion Questions: What is something in your life that feels like a “waiting season” right now?How do you typically respond when God doesn’t answer a prayer in your timing?What would it look like to surrender that situation fully to God, like Hannah did?Where are you tempted to compare your life to others, and how is that affecting your heart?How can you remind yourself daily that “God is good” even when life feels hard?Practically speaking, what does it look like for you to let God be your strength instead of trying to do it all yourself?Resources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderPick up Karen’s Prayer Journal in the BOAW StoreWant More of This Conversation?Insiders will hear Karen share a personal story of a season of waiting in her own life and what God taught her through it. Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.
- May 5, 202619 min
516: Letting Go and Trusting God With Your Child
This week, we kick off our month of celebrating moms with a new series: “Mothers of the Bible.” Today we’re looking at the life of Jochebed, a woman who faced unimaginable fear and made an unthinkable choice to save her son. Through her story, Karen and Emily unpack what it looks like to do our best for our kids and trust God with the rest. If you’ve ever struggled to let go, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Episode Recap:We’re kicking off a new series by looking at the lives of some mothers in the Bible Jochebed was Moses’ mom She did everything in her power to keep Moses alive God enabled Jochebed to nurse Moses after his adoption by Pharoah’s daughter Jochebed did everything she could and left the rest up to God Jochebed was not Moses’ savior Only God can reach our children’s hearts Let go of your need to be a perfect parent Children are a blessing - try not to hoard the blessing Scripture: Psalm 56:3 (NIV) “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.”Discussion Questions: Where in your parenting are you trying to “be the savior” instead of trusting God?What does it look like practically to “open your hands” and give your children back to God each day?How can you balance doing your part as a parent while still surrendering outcomes to the Lord?In what ways might striving for “perfect parenting” be keeping you from trusting God more deeply?Resources:Register for the SOAR Conference today. Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderPick up Karen’s Prayer Journal in the BOAW StoreWant More of This Conversation?In Wire Talk+, Karen and Emily go deeper into real-life parenting moments, sharing honest stories about when letting go has been hardest for them and how they navigated situations they couldn’t fix for their kids.Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.
- Apr 28, 202631 min
515: Trusting Your Mom Gut with special guest Dr. Laura Bleekrode
Are you trusting your mom gut or Googling yourself into anxiety?In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Laura Bleekrode shares wisdom from nearly 40 years of experience to help moms cut through the noise and parent with confidence. We talk about how social media and constant information can erode your instincts and how to get back to trusting yourself. You’ll be reminded that you know your child better than anyone and that matters!Episode Recap:Dr. Bleekrode is a mom of 8 who owns a pediatric practice and has been practicing medicine for 36 years How does Dr. Bleekrode “do it all”? What are you seeing in today’s families that moms didn’t face 20 years ago? Our “social networks” used to be personal God gave mom’s intuition for a reason! What symptoms require immediate medical or psychological attention? My toddler is not sleeping for hours at a time, multiple times a month What does a healthy sleep routine look like for a toddler? Have you noticed parents trying to control all outcomes for their children? How does your faith shape the way you counsel your patients? Scripture: Isaiah 26:3 (NIV) "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”Discussion Questions: When you feel anxious about your child, where do you tend to turn first; your friends, your instincts, or Google?Can you think of a time your “mom gut” was right? What helped you trust it (or ignore it)?What outside influences (social media, advice, comparison) tend to shake your confidence as a mom?How can you create stronger, real-life support systems instead of relying on online answers?What is one area where you can release perfection and trust God more in your parenting this week?Resources:Become a WT+ Insider today! boaw.mom/insiderPick up Karen’s Prayer Journal in the BOAW StoreWant More of This Conversation?WT+ Insiders will hear Dr. Bleekrode share 4 things she wishes all her patients knew! Head HERE and join us for the full conversation.
About Wire Talk with Karen Stubbs
Wire Talk was created to encourage and equip moms throughout the challenging and life-changing journey of motherhood. Each week on Wire Talk Karen Stubbs offers godly, practical advice on the topics every mother has questions about: mom guilt, our children’s faith, potty-training, divorce, our teenagers dating, and more!
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