We’re back and calling all moms for this episode of Light Talks! Host Ali is joined by two mothers, Bethany Lehman and Theresa Kramer, to get real about the messy, exhausting, and beautiful chaos of motherhood. They talk about those moments when you’re totally worn out and have no clue what to do next and how sometimes prayer is the last thing you think of, but maybe it should be the first. Whether you’re just starting out or have kids who keep surprising you, this conversation is full of honest stories, tough truths, and plenty of grace to encourage you to keep going.

Here’s what you’re in for in this episode:

• The beauty of starting with prayer (even when it feels like the last resort) and modeling that for your kids
• Embracing imperfection: how apologizing and showing vulnerability teaches powerful lessons about grace and emotional honesty
• Why it’s okay (and healthy!) for moms to take “timeouts” to process emotions and reconnect with God
• The loneliness of motherhood and the importance of building community and meaningful connections
• Practical advice for finding and nurturing friendships, mentoring relationships, and spiritual support networks
• How vulnerability deepens community and opens doors for authentic support and encouragement
• Scripture that can sustain and encourage mothers in the hard seasons of parenting
• The gift of grace for both moms and their kids, and how God’s love empowers us through every imperfect moment

We see you, mamas! If you're a mom feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or just needing a little encouragement, you belong here.

🎧 Listen now and share with a mom-friend who needs to hear this!

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Talking to your kids about sex, gender, and identity can feel overwhelming, especially when the world isn’t shy about it, and the church often is. In this honest and grace-filled episode, Jonathan and Ali sit down with Family Pastor and dad of four, Bill Monday, to unpack what it looks like to have open, age-appropriate conversations with your children from toddlerhood through the teen years.

🔔 Heads-up: This episode includes candid conversations about anatomy and sexuality. Consider listening without little ears around.

Pastor Bill shares real-life stories (some hilarious, some sobering), practical tips, and biblical wisdom on:

• Why using correct terms like penis and vulva matters from day one
• How shame and silence around sexuality go all the way back to Genesis
• Natural moments to talk with your kids—like bath time, doctor visits, and car rides
• Guarding against sexual abuse by teaching boundaries and ditching family “secrets”
• Handling puberty, dating, and identity with clarity, compassion, and gospel hope

Whether you feel behind, unsure, or just want to do better, this episode offers clarity, encouragement, and hope. You don’t need to have “the talk” - you need to have a hundred little ones.

Resources:
myfamilytable.org

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Feeling Out of Whack? You’re Not Alone.
In a world that worships hustle and glorifies the grind, how do we keep from spinning out of control? This week, Nate Paul joins the show—a man with many hats: ministry leader, husband, father of four, board member, coach..and someone who knows firsthand how quickly life can get overwhelming. Speaking especially to the guys, Nate gets real about the pressure to keep all the plates spinning and how even good things—family, work, ministry—can start to crowd out what’s most important: time with God, your spouse, and your own soul.

Jonathan and Nate dive into an honest, relatable conversation that applies to anyone who’s ever felt stretched too thin. Topics include:

• Why “doing it all” might be doing too much
• What’s really driving your busyness
• The wisdom of Solomon (spoiler: chasing the wind never works)
• How your identity in Christ changes everything
• The power of “pause, think, pray” before you say yes (and permission to say “no”)
• Why community and accountability matter more than you think
• And how to find grace when you drop the ball (because we all do)

Whether you’re a man navigating leadership and family, or anyone trying to stay sane in a packed schedule, this episode offers insight, encouragement, and practical ways to find balance—and freedom—rooted in faith.

Take a deep breath, hit play, and find out why your value has nothing to do with your to-do list.

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