Dishes & Doctrine: Recent Episodes

Rachel Pereira

Finding the place where motherhood and theology collide.

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As I parent, I am being parented. Some lessons from a clingy toddler. 

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A trip to incredible caverns this past summer, reminded me of a comforting truth about the character of our God. 

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I've fallen so many times this year! Good thing there are some spiritual lessons to learn from it! 

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I'm still thinking about my favorite Christmas gift from 2020 and how it reminds me of some kingdom truths. 

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Starting the new year reflecting on the simple story of Scripture! I hope it brings encouragement as we head into 2021

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This is the last episode of a very strange year! Celebrating some things that God is teaching me through the traditions we've tried to keep this year! 

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During this time of social isolation, I was able to record a short talk for our church's mom's group on Zoom. I am sharing the audio here! 

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2020 has been a long year so far, hasn’t it??!! Here are three things I am learning during this season of isolation!

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A new year means the opportunity for better things, but what if this year holds more disappointment or pain? What then?

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What can Moses teach us about parenting? Numbers 20 may have some insight for us!

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It’s been a while and this episode will explain the reason why! Listen in to what God has been teaching me through this unexpected surprise.

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Some thoughts on prayer and a book recommendation!

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Self-condemnation is a daily occurrence in my life! The shortcomings, failures, and sin of my heart are very real things and deserve punishment from a holy God. Why wouldn’t I struggle with this guilt? Enter Romans 8:1

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January 2019 was essentially a metaphor for my life! I share some lessons God is teaching me as we head into a new year with new struggles.

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What does simplicity mean to you? Is it essential for the health of our families and abundance of our spiritual lives? I think so! In this episode: My new consolidated site- http://www.rachelpereira.me

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I am a Martha, but I desperately want to be a Mary. Could it be that it's not a struggle between being two separate people, but operating in two separate mindsets?

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The Great British Baking Show reminds me of a lesson that I continue to learn in this new year.

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It seemed like a good idea, but I was wrong! A simple scavenger hunt became an afternoon of work and what it reminded me about Jesus! 

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Some thoughts on a weak area in my spiritual life as we head into a new year. 

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Christmas is full of expectancy and it can help us teach our kids one of the most important themes of Scripture. 

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Everyday Hope by Katie Orr

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I am tired. It's been this way for a while now, and I think God is showing me the root of my restlessness.

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I can think of at least three reasons!  Seriously, Revelation has been life-changing for me recently! This episode shares why. 

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I had a really interesting experience in New Hampshire that reminded me of our desire for vulnerabilty. 

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Does your growth as a believer ever feel incredibly slow? Me too! I'm learning that its exactly how growth is supposed to work! 

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In this episode, I share a new chores system that has been working for us so far this summer and I review a GREAT new book by Courtney Reissig called Glory in the Ordinary! 

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Homeschooling is the hardest thing I have ever done. I rejoice in another completed year and reflect on the hard road that God is using to conform me to the image of Christ. 

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I can still hear the words of my friend who told me I wasn't quite skinny enough. Weight easily morphed into an idol, one that I am still struggling with today. I share some thoughts about the new body we as believers can look forward to one day!! 

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It's been one of those kinds of months. Our home has felt more like a prison than a haven. Could it be that we as a family have forgotten the gospel? 

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This episode is a little different! It's my thoughts on the brand new book from Christine Hoover called Messy Beautiful Friendship (Also, I totally called the book Beautiful Messy Friendship at the beginning! Oops!)

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Social media is loud! Could it be that it doesn't necessarily need my voice too? 

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The Social Network Gospel

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Does true joy seem impossible? How do we rejoice in our sufferings? This episode shares the often missing bridge betweent the two. 

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Our son recently competed in a Bible quizzing competition and it left me with some thoughts about my own spiritual disciplines and their affect on my everyday life. 

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Meet Luther, the bulldog

Do Christians Actually Believe What They Claim to Believe? 

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There's no denying that waiting is hard, but if we inspect the endless moments more closely, we may find growth and maturity sprouting in unexpected places. Thanks for listening to the 1st episode of 2017! 

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A $1 bill acted as a beautiful reminder of the gospel to me last week!! Enjoy the last episode of 2016!

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Simply sharing some thoughts as we head into the Advent season. 

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What do we cling to in a world that is shaky and uncertain? This episode includes my thoughts on the awesome new book, She Reads Truth. Get your own copy here: http://amzn.to/2g30zcM

Also check out the online ministry of She Reads Truth. You won't be disappointed! 

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In this episode, I share about my 1st AND 2nd big writing projects! I'm so excited to share my new book with you, I'm Fine: Discovering His Completeness in my Shortcomings. Find it on Amazon here: Print version Kindle version

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What does submission look like for a Christian wife? Is submission a dirty word?  Recently my husband asked me to share a few thoughts with the ladies of our church on the gigantic topic of submission and I'm sharing those ideas with you!

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Every once in awhile I stumble across words that are beautifully written, simply profound, and poignantly honest. The new book, Humble Roots, by Hannah Anderson is full of such writing. This episode includes my thoughts and instructions on getting a copy for yourself!

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Brokenness is everywhere! We struggle with internal sin and the effects of others sin around us. If it's so rampant, what should we do with it? Ignore it? Embrace it? This episode discusses what brokenness means to us as believers!

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Do your young children struggle to have a personal Bible study time especially if they can't read yet? Here are a few things that have worked well for us recently! Mentioned in episode: Family Worship by Donald Whitney

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Find out how a pre-supper cat nap reminded me of how God views our good works through Christ.

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Some days leave me defeated and angry. As believers, how do we approach our anger problem? Is a rage room the answer?

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I had the special opportunity to review my friend Stacey's brand new book (Coming September 2016). Get a sneak peek at what's in it and my thoughts on her words.  Pre-order your own copy on Amazon.

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This is my first episode after a summer break! There are spiritual reminders even on family bike rides. i share some thoughts learned from my sons training wheels this summer.

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My husband and I are different people than we were 11 years ago. The gospel is a huge part of that transformation. I'm continuing to learn how Jesus' work affects my role as a wife!  Join me this summer on Instagram!

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Learning to apply to the gospel to everyday trials can seem overwhelming. We'll talk about three main truths to cling to in those waves of life.

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In this episode, I take a little time to review the new book by Megan Hill, Praying Together. To purchase your own copy head to Amazon or Crossway.

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I'm usually not super politically involved, but this election season has changed that! Here are a few of my thoughts in the midst of this campaign craziness!

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I'm ridiculously forgetful especially in my walk with God! I need constant reminders of His faithfulness even in the small things! 

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A mom's schedule is busy and unpredictable. This episode gives a few practical tips that will help you carve out time for God in the midst of it all!  Favorite Podcasts: http://dishesanddoctrine.com/index.php/resources/

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Energy drinks and pre-workout snacks give us energy for physical exercise, but where do we find the strength to run our spiritual race?

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Do you struggle in your confidence to share the gospel with your kids? Resources like the new book, Blotch: A Tale of Forgiveness and Grace by Andy Addis can help! Make sure to stick around until the end of today's episode for an announcement! Enter here: http://dishesanddoctrine.com/index.php/2016/04/10/blotch/

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Are you a weary mom? Did you know that you may have something in common with an Israelite high priest? This episode will encourage you to rest in Christ's finished work for you!

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These are some thoughts I processed last year after a chaotic Easter Sunday Morning. How does the gospel apply to even disappointing days like this?

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This can be an intimidating topic for many of us! Is the doctrine of Hell important when teaching our kids about the gospel?

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Motherhood and life in general are hard! How do we stop complaining about it and where do we get the motivation?  In this podcast, I reference this skit! It's worth the watch! 

Bob Newhart - "Stop It"

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Any woman who has been mothering for any length of time (even 24 hours) can identify with this word. We discuss how we deal with our inconsistencies in the constant job of Mom as we look at the unchanging nature of our God. 

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Are you in one of life's storms today? I review the new book, Steadfast Love, by Lauren Chandler. Stick around to the end for a special announcement!

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Have you ever started a day only to realize you really need to start it all over again? The gospel gives us the hope of a restart anytime!

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It may be strange to introduce myself on the 6th episode, but I'll explain why and share some of my passion for the Dishes & Doctrine audio blog.

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This is the final episode in Galatians: No Other Gospel. We discuss the context of this much-used phrase in Christianity.

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What do Aquanet hairspray and the gospel have in common? Part 4 in Galatians: No Other Gospel expounds on themes from chapters 4-5.

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This is part 3 of our series in Galatians, No Other Gospel. We dig into chapter 3 to find an argument from Paul that leads to the conclusion and reminder of our position as heirs in Christ!

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This episode is Part 2 in a series from the book of Galatians. We look at the infamous icon of the high school lunch table and what that has to do with our worth in Christ!

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This is the 1st in our series, No Other Gospel, which highlights some of the major themes in Galatians. The thoughts in this podcast focus on Galatians 1 and our authority and identity in Christ.