As moms, we spend a lot of time thinking about sleep, like, “Will I get to have it?” and “I can’t sleep – I have too much to do!” From tiny baby bellies to late-night toddler questions, we sacrifice our sleep out of love and service to Christ through caring for our families. In this episode, Laura and Emily discuss how the gospel gives hope to the weary, sleepy mom (most of us, right?). In light of God’s promises to us, we no longer worship sleep as an idol or ignore our need for rest. Instead, Christ has freed us from either extreme, offering us true rest and hope in himself. We may be tired, but we can trust him with our needs.

Articles, Resources and Related Content:

• Momma, Jesus Invites You to Come and Rest - Liz Wann, RM Blog
• The Sovereign Hand of Sleeplessness - Kristin Tabb, Desiring God
• 3 Truths for the Tired Mom - Elisha Galotti, Revive Our Hearts
• I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead - Mary C. Wiley, Everyday Theology 
• Self-Care in the Busyness of Motherhood | Ep. 86 - RM Podcast
• “It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep.” -Psalm 127:2
• “Behold, he who keeps Israel will neither slumber nor sleep.” -Psalm 121:4
• "Humble yourselves, therefore,under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you." -I Peter 5:6-7
• “God gave us sleep to remind us we are not him.” –Charles Spurgeon

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As mommas, we all fall short of the glory of God. What we need when that happens is to preach the gospel to ourselves again and again. But how do we actually do that? In this episode, Emily and Laura share how reminding yourself of the gospel is an important part of the Christian walk – but it requires some practice. To preach the gospel, we have to know the gospel. It’s the only thing that keeps us from being defined by the time we yelled in the car or hid in the pantry stress-eating dark chocolate. Momma, your true identity is secure in Christ – offering peace, hope, and joy in every moment.

• There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. (Romans 8:1)
• As far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us. (Psalm 103:12)
• “Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool. (Isaiah 1:18)
• For I will be merciful toward their iniquities, and I will remember their sins no more. (Hebrews 8:12)
• A Gospel Primer for Christians: Learning to See the Glories of God's Love - Milton Vincent
• Show Them Jesus - Jack Klumpenhower
• CrossTalk: Where Life & Scripture Meet - Michael Emlet
• Enjoy: Finding the Freedom to Delight Daily in God's Good Gifts - Trillia Newbell
• Gospel Fluency: Speaking the Truths of Jesus into the Everyday Stuff of Life  - Jeff Vanderstelt
• “Faith Hacking: Preaching the Gospel to Yourself” - Tim Challies
• “Preach the Gospel to Yourself” - David Mathis
• “How to Preach the Gospel to Yourself” - An interview with Jerry Bridges

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• To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher).
• Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us.
• Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information.
• Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on social media.
• Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in.

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We were created to work and to rest, but sometimes it feels like our to-do list never ends. But we were not created to carry the burdens of “doing it all” or to indulge in copious amounts of “me time.” So, when and how are we supposed to rest amidst the busyness of motherhood? In this episode, Laura and Emily get to the heart of self-care for mommas. While we do need practical things like sleep, food, and a shower, what our hearts most desperately need is the refreshing truth of the gospel. We weren’t made to be limitless, so our limitations are actually a gift that draws us into the rest offered by Christ in every situation.

Articles, Resources and Related Content:

• RM | Equipping
• Ep. 2: Motherhood & Self-Care
• Ep. 66: Hannah Anderson: How Humility Nourishes a Weary Mom’s Soul 
• Refresh: Embracing a Grace-Paced Life in a World of Endless Demands - Shona & David Murray
• Humble Roots: How Humility Grounds and Nourishes Your Soul - Hannah Anderson
• “Five Truths on Rest – Lessons from a Newborn” - Lauren Weir, Words Worth Noting
• “Self-Care and Self-Denial” - Amie Patrick, The Gospel Coalition
• “Returning to Rest”  - Lexy Sauvé, Deeply Rooted Magazine
• “Come, All Who Are Weary” - Jon Bloom, Desiring God

For More:

• To subscribe: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and subscribe. On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and select your podcast app. You may need to copy the link into your favorite podcast app (like Overcast or Stitcher).
• Leave an iTunes review. These are huge for us! The more reviews, the greater chance another mother will find us.
• Like Risen Motherhood on Facebook and follow on Instagram and Twitter for the latest updates and related information.
• Let us know your thoughts! We'd love to hear more about the conversations you're having. Shoot us an email, or find us on social media.
• Tell others. We truly hope this podcast fosters conversations and deeper discussions between mothers to seek the gospel in their daily activities - we'd be honored if you shared and encouraged others to listen in.

*Affiliate links used where appropriate. Thanks for supporting this ministry!