Are you feeling the weight of the world lately? The news is heavy, AI is advancing at a scary pace, and it can start to feel like life is pointless. If you've been doom scrolling and wondering what is even the point, you're not alone.

In this episode, I'm sharing 3 things every Christian should be doing as we wait for Jesus's return — straight from Scripture. Because instead of living in fear, God has given us a clear purpose and a plan.

Lauren covers:

• How to examine your heart and make sure you're in right standing with God
• What it means to "occupy" until He returns (and why giving up is not an option)
• How to stay on guard and not be caught off guard when Jesus comes back

📖 Scriptures referenced: 2 Peter 3, Romans 13, Luke 19:13, Matthew 28:18-20, 1 Thessalonians 5, Ecclesiastes 12, Luke 10:27

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I told God very clearly: I would NEVER homeschool. If He wanted me to do it, He'd have to change my heart first.

I didn't want the responsibility, the pressure, or the weight of creating everything (academics, social life, structure) especially knowing my husband wouldn't be as involved. Honestly? I wanted freedom. I wanted quiet. I didn't want my life to feel harder.

But here's what I didn't realize: I was already living on a hamster wheel of stress. And homeschooling? It was actually the thing that helped me step off.

In this episode, I'm sharing what changed my mind, what I love about homeschooling now, and what I think we get wrong about it including socialization, struggle, and balance. Whether you're homeschooling, considering it, or think you never would, this one's for you.

You were made for more than survival. Step into peace and purpose through my Fully Immersed Mentorship → laurengaines.com/mentorship

LINKS: 🌐 Mentorship Info: laurengaines.com/mentorship 📱 Connect on Instagram: [@inspired.motherhood] 📖 My book "Unshakable Kids": [https://amzn.to/40GgrXg]

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure if you’re doing enough for God, your family, or your ministry? You’re not alone. Many of us begin with good intentions, but stop short when obedience becomes uncomfortable.

In this episode of Fully Immersed, we talk honestly about obedience to completion and what it looks like to follow God fully even when life feels hard, messy, or inconvenient.

• Why God values obedience over outward sacrifice

• How partial obedience can rob us of peace, clarity, and blessing

• A personal story of fasting, discomfort, and pushing through

• Biblical examples of “almost obedience” and its consequences (1 Samuel 15)

• The blessings God promises when we walk faithfully: peace, guidance, clarity, generational blessing, and fruit

• Encouragement for moms who feel pressure to do more while still stewarding their families well

• The Awe of God by John Bevere

• The Awe of God Bible Study by John Bevere

Scripture References: John 15:14 • Psalm 119:165 • Proverbs 3 • Proverbs 20:7 • Psalm 25:1 • Psalm 1 • 1 Samuel 15

📚 Lauren Gaines’ Book: Unshakable Kids — available on Amazon

👋 Connect with Lauren: Email: lauren@inspired-motherhood.com Instagram: @inspired.motherhood Websites: laurengaines.com | inspired-motherhood.com