Life In The Mundane: Recent Episodes
Mark & Katie Waalkes
The podcast that's not afraid of tackling the difficult topics in marriage & parenting from a biblical perspective in hopes of encouraging you to make to the most of the little moments in those important relationships. Mark and Katie share from their unique perspective as second generation homeschool parents, who got married young, had 6 kids in 9 years, and who have had plenty of ups and downs in their 13 years of marriage. Our hope is that you will leave encouraged that what God has called you to He will equip you for.
Ages & Stages Of Parenting || Teaching Your Kids A Foundation Of Faith
Today we are talking about the different stages of parenting and how we can lay a foundation for our children to know God and what He calls us too.
~Resources Mentioned In This Video~
Getting To The Heart Of Parenting- https://www.paultripp.com/getting-to-the-heart-of-parenting
Truth/Emotions Card- https://lifeinthemundane.com/morning-menu-resources/
Character Sheets- https://lifeinthemundane.com/character-study-guides-2/
New Growth Press Books-
Age Of Opportunity- https://amzn.to/3STjZi9
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Laying A Biblical Foundation Of Sex For Our Kids
This is a follow up to last weeks episode and we are going to look specifically at how to lay down a biblical foundation of Sex for your kids.
~Resources Mentioned In Todays Episode~
Instagram where I got the 6 year old quote from-
Puberty Ages ages of 8 and 13 in girls and 9 and 14 in boy (Duke Health)
God Made Me- https://amzn.to/3Subk5P
God Made Babies- https://amzn.to/3N1LPry
Growing Up God's Way Boys- https://amzn.to/3CXxNT3
Growing Up God's Way Girls- https://amzn.to/3D3xtCa
Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.- https://amzn.to/3Ts6l6Q
Good Pictures Bad Pictures- https://amzn.to/3MWdOZv
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Foundations Of Sex In Marriage NOT FOR KIDS
Today we are tackling a very difficult topic as we talk about the foundations of sex in marriage. We are sharing several principles to keep in mind about sex from a biblical perspective and we are opening up about struggles and hurts that God has brought us through in our marriage. Trigger warning this episode does discuss difficult topics and may be hard to hear.
~Resources Mentioned In This Episode~
Previous episodes where we discuss intimacy in marriage are listed below
Three Pillars of a relationship https://www.buzzsprout.com/1824638/9700099-pursuing-your-spouse-three-pillars-of-any-relationship.mp3?download=true
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Foundations Of Communication In Marriage || Fighting Fair
Today we are talking about communication with our spouse. How to fight fair, and how we can communicate well. We even discuss why and how we should make sure not to go to bed angry.
~Resources Mentioned In This Podcast~
When Sinners Say I Do Book- https://amzn.to/3dPLWcs
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Why Absolute Truth Is Foundational In A Choose Your Own Truth World
Let's talk about what is truth and why does it matter? The world is constantly telling us we create our own truth and often times peoples truth are based on their ever changing emotions. Today we are sharing how we can use our emotions in a healthy ways while keeping the truth as the foundation.
~Resources Mentioned In This Podcast~
Truth Chart https://lifeinthemundane.com/morning-menu-resources/
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What Is Our Foundation? How Are We To Build Our Homes?
Today we are laying the foundation of what does the Bible have to say about what our foundation is and how it is built. We talk about what is our part in this process and so much more. This is a short but very important episode for this season.
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Building Your Home || Time For A Heart Remodel
Today we are catching you up on what has happened in our family since our last season and trust me its a lot. The things we have gone through made it evident that our family was in need of a major heart remodel. Come hear about what God has taught us and learn more about the theme of this seasons podcast.
~Resources Mentioned In This Podcast~
Vlog of our daughter surgery https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kfiefHOOjcU
Past episode on anxiety and depression https://www.buzzsprout.com/1824638/10060188-part-1-our-journey-with-anxiety-depression.mp3?download=true
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Answering Your Hard Questions || End Of The Season Q&A
In this long awaited episode we are answering your most asked questions. We are going to tackle things like "can you fall out of love?', "Who wins the most fights?", "What is your favorite book on marriage?", and more.
~Resources Mentioned In This Episode~
When Sinners Say I Do- https://amzn.to/3SyPQWs
Dating Your Spouse Episode- https://www.buzzsprout.com/1824638/10066911-dating-your-spouse-in-any-season.mp3?download=true
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Season Finale || How To Navigate The Different Seasons Of Life
As we wrap up this last offical episode of season 1 we hope to bring you encouragement and some tangible things that you can do as you navigate the current season of life that God has called you too, wether its a season of plenty or want.
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I Want It Now...When God Calls You To Wait || Our Adoption & Foster Care Story
Today is a really hard episode to share but we feel it is much needed. We are sharing about our Foster & Adoption story and how as we have pursued this calling what we have learned as God has told us repeatedly to wait. You may not be interested in foster care or adoption but if you have a longing or a deep hearts desire and are struggling with understanding God's timing we hope this episode might encourage you.
~Resources Mentioned In This Episode~
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The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert
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CAFO Adoption Conference https://cafo.org
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Encouraging Your Kids To Be In God's Word || Practical Strategies For Teaching Them
~Resources Mentioned In This Episode~
ESV Student Bible- https://amzn.to/3sMnb5F
Look Inside ESV Student Bible- https://youtu.be/H4lIBwlho-I
Our Favorite Children's Story Bibles-
365 Great Bible Stories https://amzn.to/3pHGWcJ
Women of the word https://amzn.to/3Krdgsf
Bible Study Resources
-Exploring The Bible https://amzn.to/2MHQJiI
-Meeting With Jesus https://amzn.to/3rCKpHP
-Investigating God's word at home books can be found here. NOTE this is the at home study NOT the school study I preferred this one after flipping through both. https://www.onestoryministries.org/category_s/137.htm
-Not consumed ministries bible studies https://store.notconsumed.com/products/sibling-bible-study?aff=40
Seeds Family Worship
Steve Green Hide em I’m your hearts https://amzn.to/3rBocd7
Free Printable Bible Memory Work Resources- lifeinthemundane.com
Canva- Canva.com
Video On Bible Memory Ideas-https://youtu.be/wFlKgxtHExQ
Video of MORE bible resources How To Teach Your Kids About God || 10 Top Bible Resources For Kids
https://youtu.be/I9wzy2UIFEs
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Part 2 Practical Strategies For Dealing With Anxiety & Depression
Today we are sharing some of the things that have been helpful for people in our family who are struggling with anxiety and depression.
~Resources Mentioned In This Episode~
Videos On Anxiety & Depression https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLubMxue0SIaEZzV8nyBhjTOwdN9mBZJV-
FREE Coping Skills Cards https://lifeinthemundane.com/coping-skills-for-kids/
Podcast On Praying For Your Spouse https://www.buzzsprout.com/1824638/9982008-but-how-do-i-start-praying-for-with-your-spouse
Lies Women Believe https://amzn.to/3IF44ja
Organizing For The Rest Of Us https://amzn.to/3MaFh8Q
Valley of Vision Book Of Prayers https://amzn.to/3soN5w4
ESV Bible App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/esv-bible/id361797273
Video On Our Morning Menus Video link
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Part 1 Our Journey With Anxiety & Depression
Today's episode will give you a peak into our families journey with anxiety and depression and what God has taught us through the trials of this time in our life.
Resources Mentioned In This Episode
Playlist of videos on depression and anxiety https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLubMxue0SIaEZzV8nyBhjTOwdN9mBZJV-
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Dating Your Spouse In Any Season
Today in honor of Valentines Day we thought we would take an episode to discuss how to date your spouse regardless of the season you're in. If you find dating your spouse to be a challenge because you have kids and childcare is hard to find, because the finances aren't there, time is scares, or you struggle finding connections points on your dates then this episode is for you. We are getting super practical today with our ideas and hopefully we can inspire you to consider how you can shake things up and how to build one another up through carving time out for each other.
~Resources Mentioned In This Episode~
Our FAVORITE Resource For Date Night Ideas https://www.thedatingdivas.com/category/date-night/
Ice Breaker Questions Ideas. (NOTE: Here is a list of 200 questions I have not read everyone but this is a great list we have used before. Consider printing these and cutting them into strips. each date night pick out one or two to discuss)
https://conversationstartersworld.com/questions-for-couples/
Groupon https://www.groupon.com
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The Truth About Our Homeschool Journey
Today were dishing out the details about all the ups and downs we have had when it came to the decision to homeschool. We have NOT always been on the same page and God has brought us through a lot to get to where we are now. Today we will take you along with us and we will share some of the important lessons God has taught us through these tough experiences.
~Resources Mentioned In This Episode~
Our Most Recent Couples Q&A Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84B0g3wFqPo
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But How Do I Start? || Praying For & With Your Spouse
Today we are talking about the importance of praying for and with your spouse. But what if prayer is hard? What if you want to pray with and for your spouse but you don't know where to start? As we dive into this important topic we will talk about the how, what, and when . Our prayer is that you will walk away encouraged and equipped to get started.
~Resources Mentioned In This Episode~
How to get in the word podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1824638/9897870-personal-devotions-family-worship-the-struggle-the-change.mp3?download=true
Names Of God Printable https://www.notconsumed.com/easter-countdown/
Guides To Help You Pray :
- 5 Things To Pray For Your Spouse https://amzn.to/3udN53s
- 5 Things To Pray For Your Kids https://amzn.to/3rdZSAX
Book Of Prayers:
- Valley Of Vision https://amzn.to/3GdLEnY
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Today we are taking a look at the very popular book "The Five Love Languages". We recently read this very popular book that is recommended by many respected Christian leaders and wanted to share our thoughts with you. We actually walked away with some serious concerns about the content of this popular series so in this episode we are going to share with you our concerns and our thoughts on how the love languages would be better applied.
~Resources Mentioned In This Podcast~
Five Love Languages- https://amzn.to/3fQOpRf
Five Love Languages For Children- https://amzn.to/3fOqYIr
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Personal Devotions & Family Worship || The Struggle & The Change
Let's talk about the importance of personal devotions and family worship and take a look into the struggles that we (and many others) have faced.
~Resources Mentioned In This Episode~
Our Favorite Personal Worship Resources
Women Of The Word- a book that will help you learn how to study the Bible for yourself https://amzn.to/3FxQhsn
The Valley Of Vision- A book of prayers https://amzn.to/3I9m2d9
Be Thou My Vision: A Liturgy for Daily Worship- https://amzn.to/3IerJqq
Family Worship Books
Family Worship By Joel Beeke -A short but sweet book that will walk you through the basics of family worship. https://amzn.to/3IbgoHv
Family Worship Bible Guide -that includes the questions for each section https://amzn.to/3qztLLD
The Family Worship Book: A Resource Book For Family Devotions- This is a more through look into family worship and is really a step by step guide https://amzn.to/3GHLcPW
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Join us today as we discuss how we went from managing our kids to connecting with their hearts.
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Life in The Mundane YouTube Channel - YouTube.com/lifeinthemundane
Family Adventure Channel- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCI7KNr-WbgRAC1WtucR7fjg
Tech Wise Family Book- https://amzn.to/3tckhHQ
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Below you will find resources and links that we mentioned in the podcast.
Life in The Mundane YouTube Channel - YouTube.com/lifeinthemundane
When Sinners Say I Do Book https://amzn.to/3Ed2u52
Our Videos On Helping Your Spouse Through Anxiety & Depression https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaTM3Hrj04E&list=PLubMxue0SIaEZzV8nyBhjTOwdN9mBZJV-
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Welcome to our first episode below you will find resources and links that we mentioned in the podcast.
Life in The Mundane YouTube Channel - YouTube.com/lifeinthemundane
More about 22Q11.2 Deletion Syndrome https://22q.org
More about Our Blessing Box https://youtu.be/0HiYGTvCQww
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