MomLife Ministries Podcast
Welcome to The MomLife Ministries Podcast with Melanie Hill and Christy Crosby. Being a mom is messy yet lovely in a very real way! We are here to help moms of all ages and stages feel encouraged, supported, and spurred on in their faith journey toward Christ. We want to take this journey together through all kinds of seasons and stories. Our hope is that you leave this show feeling a little more valuable and a little less alone. As a part of MomLife Ministries, INC, podcast topics will follow along with the greater MomLife Ministries curriculum. Learn more about MomLife Ministries at www.momlife.org. Editor & Producer: Angela Edwards Music: "Messy. Lovely. Real" by Aubrey Hill & AJ Glimer Graphic Design: Kayla Stevens
Episodes
As sheep of the Good Shepherd, we are called to one flock. But in a divided culture, staying unified is easier said than done. In a world that constantly demands we "pick a side," how do we personally resist the pull of division and instead model a life of safety + security for our children?
Today, we continue our Safe + Secure: Life with the Good Shepherd series by diving into a challenging section of John 10. ...
In this episode of the MomLife Ministries Podcast, we continue our series Safe + Secure: Life with the Good Shepherd and explore what it means to have life with the gospel amid the everyday rhythms of motherhood. Life can feel overwhelming, but we were never meant to do it alone. Jesus, our Good Shepherd, brings peace, provision, and purpose as we tackle dishes, diapers, doubts, grown-kids worries, and every season in be...
As we step into February—a season that can sometimes feel overly cold, heavy, or dreary—we continue our conversation on Safe + Secure: Life with the Good Shepherd by turning toward what Jesus calls abundant life. What does abundance really mean for Christian moms?
In this episode of the MomLife Ministries Podcast, we’re joined by Jess Connolly, bestselling author and Bible teacher, for a hope-filled conversation rooted in...
How do we recognize the voice of the Good Shepherd in a world full of noise, opinions, and endless information? Even “Christian” content? In this episode, we’re talking about Life with Discernment and how moms in any season can grow confident in hearing God’s voice through his Word, walking in truth, and teaching our children to do the same.
We’re joined by Jen Oshman: author, missionary, ministry leader, pastor’s wife, a...
In this episode, we’re slowing down to practice Lectio Divina: an ancient, prayerful way of listening to God through Scripture. As we transition from Psalm 23 into John 10 for the spring semester, we’ll meditate on Jesus’s words, “I am the Good Shepherd.”
Together we’ll walk through four simple movements:
- Read—Notice what stands out from the passage.
- Reflect—Consider what God might be saying through the passage.
- Respond—...
Happy New Year from MomLife Ministries!
We’re kicking off 2026 with a special episode featuring the voices that matter so much in our homes—our kids! Hear from Aubrey (12), Kristie (14), Cade (9), and Caleb (18) as they talk about how they see God as their Shepherd, what helps them at school and with friends, and what they really want moms to know. Expect honesty, laughter, and sweet reminders of how God cares for our fam...
What does it really mean to be blessed? In a world that throws around #blessed for picture-perfect vacations, new cars, and Instagram-worthy moments, Psalm 23:6 invites us into a deeper, richer vision of blessing—God’s presence with us every single day, and the promise of a true home with him forever.
In this Christmas-week episode of the MomLife Ministries Podcast, we sit down again with our good friend Starr Cliff to ta...
The Christmas season is in full swing! And with it comes full calendars, endless to-do lists, and the pressure to make everything magical. But Psalm 23:5 reminds us that God is the One preparing the table for us. He is the most extraordinary and caring of hosts.
In this episode of the MomLife Ministries Podcast, we sit down with our good friend Starr Cliff to explore what it means to experience Life with Hope in the care...
In this episode of the MomLife Ministries Podcast, we continue our series Safe + Secure: Life with the Good Shepherd by exploring Life with Safety from Psalm 23:4—Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Special guest Tara Dickson shares her story of walking through loss and grief and how God’s presence has carried her. Together we talk about fear, control, and the v...
In this episode of the MomLife Ministries Podcast, we continue our series Safe + Secure: Life with the Good Shepherd with a focus on Life with Guidance, based on Psalm 23:3.
In a world so full of noise, opinions, and pressure, how can we discern God’s leading, trust him when the path feels uncertain, and walk faithfully even when loved ones choose differently? Guest Kristen Wetherell—pastor’s wife, mom of three, author, ...
Motherhood is really wonderful and can also be exhausting—whether you’re chasing toddlers, navigating teen drama, or walking alongside adult children, you probably know the deep ache for refreshment. The world offers plenty of quick fixes—another scroll, another show, another cup of coffee—but those rarely leave us fully restored. Psalm 23:2 reminds us that the Good Shepherd offers something better: true refreshment and ...
We live in a world that constantly tells us we need more, deserve more, and should never be satisfied. Yet Psalm 23:1 reminds us, “The Lord is my Shepherd; I have all that I need.” So what does it really mean to live with contentment when our culture fuels discontentment at every turn?
In this episode of the MomLife Ministries Podcast, we’re continuing our series Safe + Secure: Life With the Good Shepherd with special gue...
In this episode, we slow down and reflect on just the first phrase of Psalm 23: “The Lord is my Shepherd.” What does it mean to live as someone who is cared for, guided, and protected—especially as a mom in a world that often tells us we have to be everything for everyone?
Join Melanie and Christy as they unpack how this one powerful verse speaks to our daily lives—offering rest for the overwhelmed, direction for the unce...
As we explore what it means to live Safe + Secure: Life with the Good Shepherd, much of our focus this season will come from two key places in Scripture: the book of Psalms and the Gospel of John.
In this bonus episode, we’re diving into how to approach the Psalms—because while they’re beautiful and rich, they can also feel a little intimidating or confusing if you’re not sure what to look for. Are these passages just emo...
In this bonus episode, join us for a gentle, guided lectio divina prayer time focused on Psalm 23. Whether you're on a walk, folding laundry, waiting in the school pick-up line, or savoring a rare quiet moment at home—this is an invitation to pause and open your heart to God’s presence.
Lectio divina simply means “divine reading.” It’s a slow, reflective way of engaging Scripture—not just to gain information, but to ...
We’re kicking off a new season of the MomLife Ministries Podcast by talking about something we all long for but can sometimes struggle to find: real, spiritual friendship.
In this episode, we reflect on the quiet ache of loneliness so many moms carry, why friendship matters deeply in every season of motherhood, and how we can take intentional steps toward the kind of community that points us back to Jesus.
We’ll unpack Heb...
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Safe + Secure: Life With the Good Shepherd—we can’t wait to explore this together!
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Why moms need “Safe + Secure: Life With the Good Shepherd”
Melanie and Christy are joined with friends Hilary, Kayla, and Alicia to talk about why the upcoming MomLife season is going to be so good for moms—especially in light of a world that can often feel crazy fast! The world seems to be swirling with noise, distractions, expectations, instability, and chaos. No matter what season of motherhood you’re in, you likely fe...
Wholehearted—Loving God With All Your Strength
Whether you’re in your 30's or your 80's, Jesus is calling you to faithfully and wholeheartedly follow him—to love him and others with all of your effort and action. You’re going to make mistakes. You’re going to do it imperfectly. There will be distractions. And, you’re not going to have it all figured out right now. That's ok! The goal of the wholehearted bel...
MomLife Ministries hosted a live event in Clarksville, TN on April 7, 2025. This is the recording from that evening. Melanie and Christy were joined with 80 local moms to talk about how parenting in today’s world comes with so many unique challenges—especially as we find ourselves facing tough conversations with our kids about things like sex and relationships, technology and social media, and a culture that promotes mes...
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