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The past week has been one of the busiest I can re The past week has been one of the busiest I can remember, but OH so good! The pictures are not in order, but here’s what went down: Tuesday I left for focusonthefamily in CO Springs…the 3rd time I’ve had the honor of being interviewed by Jim Daley. I always feel the weight of the many years of work that’s been done there on behalf of the Kingdom & families. It’s inspiring and humbling (and my interview releases May 30th). After three interviews on Wednesday, I went to bed at 9PM, slept solidly until midnight, and then dozed until about 2am. Thursday, I needed to arrive at the airport around 3:30am to return a car and be first in line at security because MY REAL ID DIDN’T COME BEFORE I LEFT! Thankfully, the TSA agent was incredibly kind, and after some extra security measures were taken, I was allowed through. I was really worried about this because it’s a 22-hour drive home for me, and…. On Friday, maxmcglothlin graduated with his Associates degree CUM LAUDE. Obviously, I had to be there. We are so excited to keep watching him play baseball as he pursues his 4-year degree next. Saturday, I spoke to the women of Appalachian Christian Center about how praying makes us better moms. Their high tea in celebration of Mother’s Day was precious, and I was so blessed by their commitment to point moms to Christ. And then when I got home from speaking, sam_mcg_99 went to his Junior Prom. Never before have I been so happy to be the #boymom! Sam basically wet his hair and put his tux on (and wore it WELL). The first two pictures are credited to brittanycookphotography. The one of Sam and his gorgeous girlfriend was taken, and edited by her 10 year-old daughter, Caroline. Stunning! Also Saturday, my Real ID came in the mail 😂🤦‍♀️ And, of course, today is Mother’s Day. I started the day worshipping between my two boys in church (how much better could it get??) and ended the day celebrating my mom with my brother and his family. Shew! Yes, it’s been a full week, & while I’m glad to have survived it, I’m even more glad to look back and clearly see God’s hand woven throughout the entire process. He is so good! 💚Brooke #millionprayingmoms
No matter how today goes, remember…your prayers, No matter how today goes, remember…your prayers, your sweat, your sacrifices and hard work for your children matter. Someone DOES see, and His Name is Jesus. He’s always at work, even when we can’t see it. To all the moms, Happy Mother’s Day! 💚Brooke #millionprayingmoms
Prayer is a conversation with God that HE started Prayer is a conversation with God that HE started (Tim Keller). To pray we just have to know we need Jesus 💚 Check out my new book, Praying for Teen Boys, at the link in bio, at www.brookemcglothlin.net/teens, or pick up a copy anywhere books are sold. 💚Brooke #millionprayingmoms #themobsociety
Waiting on God can be hard. But of the three ans Waiting on God can be hard. But of the three answers God usually gives—yes, no, and wait—wait is the answer I’ve heard most often. If you’re like me—human—waiting can sometimes make you feel like God isn’t doing anything, or worse, that He doesn’t hear. But He does. In 1 John 5:14 we read, “If we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.” The Greek word translated “hears,” akouo, means to pay attention and to respond on the basis of having heard. Akouo. God hears. Over and over in the Bible, God hears and responds to the needs of women, both named and unnamed. Jesus interacts with woman after woman, offering everlasting water to a disgraced woman at a well, restoring a demon possessed son to his grief-stricken mother, receiving the spilled-out offering of Mary of Bethany, encouraging Mary Magdalene’s broken heart in the first resurrection encounter. As you read the words of each devotional inside of ourdailybread’s God Hears Her devotional, written by women just like you for women just like you—may you sense God bending His ear to your heart. God hears. God hears her. And because God hears and hears her, you can know that God hears you. Order your copy of God Hears Her wherever books are sold, or at the link in bio. This is a sponsored post through my podcast network, lifeaudionetwork, but I give this book my full recommendation. I believe it will be a cup of cold water for your thirsty soul. Each devotion is short and to the point, but packed with the soul-comforting kind of truth that women need. I hope you’ll grab yours today. 💚Brooke (Note: some of the above was quoted from elisamorganauthor’s intro to God Hears Her. The quote on the reel is from marianstroud. #millionprayingmoms #prayingwomen #womenofthewordorg
A Mother’s Day week word for the moms of teen bo A Mother’s Day week word for the moms of teen boys… There will come a day when you might not be the most important woman in his life, and that’s ok. If he marries, another will lead his heart (as it should be!). But no other woman on the face of the planet will be able to experience what you do. You’re the only woman who will ever look at his face as a man and see the boy he once was. You’re the only woman who will have firsthand experience of what he had to fight through to get to where he is now. The only woman who watched him battle for what he wanted in his early life. The only woman who taught him to read, or tie his shoes, and look for God’s beauty all around him in this world. The only woman who held on so tight, only to have to forcibly let go…because that was your job. You are in a category all to yourself, #boymom. Remember that this week. 💚Brooke This is directly excerpted from my book, Praying for Teen Boys. Buy it at www.brookemcglothlin.net/teens, at the link in bio, or anywhere books are sold. #millionprayingmoms #mobsociety #mothersday
🎉🎉GIVEAWAY 🎉🎉 We are SO excited to of 🎉🎉GIVEAWAY 🎉🎉 We are SO excited to offer you his Mother’s Day Giveaway! We don’t just want to celebrate you mom, we want to equip you. If you’ve been feeling fresh out of amazing. If you’re struggling to create the family of your dreams. If you really don’t know how you’re going to manage the challenges of the teen years… This #giveaway is for you! One mom will receive: * A signed copy of Praying for Teen Boys and a signed copy of Praying for Teen Girls! * A $50 egift card to the baker_book_house store! It’ll be a book lover’s shopping spree! * A $25 general gift card (to use on whatever you wish…go ahead…get a pedi…)! * A Dwell bag from the firstorlando Women’s Ministry! To Enter: 1. Like this post. 2. Follow both staceythacker and millionprayingmoms. 3. Comment a friend’s name who could use this giveaway too. You may comment as many friends as you like, but do each one separately so they count as separate entries. BONUS ENTRY: share to your stories! We will pick a winner on Monday, May 12th and post the name here. Must be a US resident to enter. This is a giveaway sponsored by us and supported by Baker Books. It has nothing to do with IG. We hope you win! 💚 Brooke and Stacey #millionprayingmoms #teenagers #boymom #girlmom
Hey Friend, God hears. In 1 John 5:14 we read, “If we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.” The Greek word translated “hears,” akouo, means to pay attention and to respond on the basis of having heard. Akouo. God hears. Over and over in the Bible, God hears and responds to the needs of women, both named and unnamed. Jesus interacts with woman after woman, offering everlasting water to a disgraced woman at a well, restoring a demon possessed son to his grief-stricken mother, receiving the spilled-out offering of Mary of Bethany, encouraging Mary Magdalene’s broken heart in the first resurrection encounter. As you read the words of each devotional inside of ourdailybread’s God Hears Her devotional, written by women just like you for women just like you—may you sense God bending His ear to your heart. God hears. God hears her. And because God hears and hears her, you can know that God hears you. Order your copy of God Hears Her wherever books are sold, or at the link in bio. This is a sponsored post through my podcast network, lifeaudionetwork, but I give this book my full recommendation. I believe it will be a cup of cold water for your thirsty soul. Each devotion is short and to the point, but packed with the soul-comforting kind of truth that women need. I hope you’ll grab yours today. 💚Brooke (Note: the above, minus my recommendation, was quoted from elisamorganauthor’s intro to God Hears Her. The quote on the reel is from Jennifer Benson Schuldt. #millionprayingmoms #prayingwomen #womenoftheword
I believe prayer is one of the most overlooked par I believe prayer is one of the most overlooked parts of Christian parenting. But prayer is the long game, and I know as well as anyone that when it feels like fervent prayers are going unanswered, doubt can creep in. We start to wonder why God doesn’t want to be good to us, or worse, stop believing He’s good at all. Don’t let that happen, friend. Check your beliefs about prayer. The very worst thing you can do is function from a position that is inconsistent with what God says is true about Himself, or His invitation to you to join Him in prayer for your children. If you need help, I’ve got you. Learn more in my new book, Praying for Teen Boys, at the link in bio, at www.brookemcglothlin.net/teens, or pick up a copy anywhere books are sold. 💚Brooke #millionprayingmoms #themobsociety
To the sports moms of graduates… This picture w To the sports moms of graduates… This picture was taken almost two years ago, when my oldest son (now getting ready to graduate again) was a senior in high school. He was my first graduate, and I won’t lie and say it was easy. It was not. So many things happened to and for him that year. There were wild highs and tearful lows, and even though I all of a sudden found myself looking up at him, I had to constantly keep myself from holding him down, holding him back. I wanted to. Everything in me wanted to hold on for dear life, but he left home four days after graduation to pursue summer collegiate baseball in another state. Life was going to force me to let go, so I figured I better start doing it while it could still be my choice. One of the things I’m so glad I did was have pictures like this one made (thanks sarahcshupe) with the other #baseballmoms. I don’t look at it and think I look perfect. I see more pounds than I’d like, and I hate that double chin…but this is me and my boy. THIS IS ME AND MY BOY. The one who made me a mama. I’ve prayed my guts out for this boy, and fought so hard for him, at the time of this picture, for 18 years. I needed to be in the picture, even if I wasn’t 100% in love with how I looked. So that’s my word for you, mamas. Take the picture with yourself in it. You’ve sacrificed, and fought hard to get your athlete to his (or her) final high school season, and you’re worth being a part of the permanent memory. Get in the picture. I promise you’ll be glad you did. 💚Brooke P.S. if you’re wondering how to navigate the changing relationship between you and your son as he moves into adulthood, check out my latest book, Praying for Teen Boys. It will be your guide through this next season, helping you navigate the highs and lows to come. Get your copy at www.brookemcglothlin.net/teens, at the link in bio, or anywhere books are sold. #millionprayingmoms #mobsociety #baseballlife⚾️ #baseballboys #graduates
What are people saying about Praying for Teen Boys What are people saying about Praying for Teen Boys? I’m so grateful to each of these bold and courageous women of God—all #boymoms but one—who took the time to read and endorse my latest book (swipe to read them). jeanniecunnion staceythacker rachelwojo and nicolet_bell, thank you. Two amazing women endorsed my very first book, Praying for Boys (written over a decade ago) and are all the more special to me for taking the time to endorse its big brother, too (looking at you karenehman and homewiththeboys). All are true lovers and worshippers of Jesus, and in today’s writing world, having someone say yes to an endorsement is no small thing. Time is tight. Requests are many. I know it, and I’m so grateful. And monicaswanson_, thank you for the beautiful foreword. In your words, “Praying for Teen Boys is a prayer guidebook and a lifeline for anyone seeking to impact the life of a young man. If I could make this book required reading for all parents of teen boys, I would!” Me too! Because prayer changes everything. 💚 to each of you from my very full heart. Brooke #millionprayingmoms #mobsociety
Your prayers leave a legacy, mom. They’re import Your prayers leave a legacy, mom. They’re important. The silent ones prayed in the middle of the night AND the ones you speak out loud over his heart. They matter. There will be days when you feel like there’s nothing more you can DO. But there is no limit to what you can PRAY… …and what God can do. Tag your boy in the comments, or do like I do and spam him with it in his inbox SO HE KNOWS. You’re a #prayingmom. (Prayer inspired by those inside of my new book, Praying for Teen Boys. Pick up your copy anywhere books are sold, at www.brookemcglothlin.net/teens, or at the link in bio). 💙Brooke #millionprayingmoms #mobsociety
Key words: They don’t WANT to need us, but they Key words: They don’t WANT to need us, but they do. I have found (tonight being such a time 🤦‍♀️😂) that prayer is what’s most called for in these moments. And it isn’t always easy to remember. Sometimes, I say too much and pray too little. It’s something I’m constantly working on, and I’m better than I used to be by God’s grace. If you’re struggling in this weird age range, or if it’s galloping toward you like a herd of wild ponies 😂 read my latest book, Praying for Teen Boys. It’s available now anywhere books are sold, at www.brookemcglothlin.net/teens, or at the link in bio. 💚Brooke #millionprayingmoms #mobsociety
Have you ever taken one step into a place and felt Have you ever taken one step into a place and felt a sweet spirit there? A feeling of being in the midst of something special…special people, special preparation, and a special word? That’s the only way I can explain the Haven at firstorlando this weekend. My dear friend, staceythacker, is Women’s Ministry Director there, and graciously invited me to be a breakout speaker. From the beginning, I felt like God gave me a glimpse of how He was weaving everything together for His glory, and by the end I had no doubt. I got to see old friends (thekatieorr), meet new friends, (tara_dickson momlifeministries) and see Stacey’s sweet girls for the first time in probably a decade. The last time I talked to them like the little girls they were. This time, we had some conversations as women of God. Again, special. I got to share from my sweet spot, how praying God’s Word can make us more like Jesus, got to listen to Katie passionately teach about how to study scripture, and heard ruthchousimons encourage us to bend our lives around the truth of God’s Word. angiebrownelkins and the worship team were amazing. I’m walking away with a feeling of hope and better for having been in the presence of God and my sisters in Christ. Nothing like it. Thank you for putting something so amazing together for your women, Stacey! You were made for this job, and I’m so proud of you! #millionprayingmoms
There’s a part of me that didn’t want to share There’s a part of me that didn’t want to share this. “It’ll be too harsh,” I thought. “Is my theology on this right,” I questioned? But I think it is. Desperation does precede depth. That’s not to say there’s no depth at all possible without it, but if I have the choice between learning at the feet of someone who has lived through the hard, versus someone who hasn’t had much hard yet, I’ll choose the one still holding on to Jesus after walking through the fire. In some small way, that’s what I aim to be for you inside of Praying for Teen Boys. I’ve walked through the hard (knowing there’s probably more to come) and I’m still hanging on to Jesus. He’s been faithful over and over, and I hope to share some of what I’ve learned with you. 💚Brooke P.S. Learn more about my new book at the link in bio, or pick up a copy anywhere books are sold. #millionprayingmoms #themobsociety
My. Cup. Runneth. Over. Y’all, this is the firs My. Cup. Runneth. Over. Y’all, this is the first time since 2019 that I have seen staceythacker face-to-face and gotten to hug her neck, and I only had to basically fly all day to do it! She graciously invited me to be a breakout speaker (along with thekatieorr, keynote ruthchousimons, worship with angiebrownelkins…good grief this is going to be so good, and more!), and I even missed a baseball game (2 actually) to be here! You know I take my #baseball seriously, so this had to be a big deal! I can’t wait to see how God shows up for the over 500 women who have registered to be a part of The Haven, but really, I don’t need anything else but a few minutes of Stacey’s time to feel like the trip was well-spent. She’s the real deal…the realest of the deals, and it’s been pure honor and privilege to work alongside her in ministry this last decade +, especially on our latest projects, Praying for Teen Girls (by her) and Praying for Teen Boys (by me). #happytobestuckwithyou my friend! Pray for us over the next few days? I just wonder what God has planned?! #millionprayingmoms
Prove me wrong? I double dog dare you to take a Prove me wrong? I double dog dare you to take a leap of faith and begin the process of becoming a #prayingmom. But not just a mom who prays…a mom who intentionally partners with God for the heart of her children by purposefully praying His Word. * It’s living and active, and has the power to divide hearts (Hebrews 4:12). * It won’t return void (meaning it’ll do exactly what God purposes for it to do…see Isaiah 55:11). Starting with YOU, mom, and spilling over onto everyone around you. If you need help knowing where to start, try my new book, Praying for Teen Boys (or Praying for Teen Girls, by staceythacker), available anywhere books are sold. When you buy a copy this week (through 4/27) you can enter to win a 30 minute session with me and Stacey where we get to know you, and take your cares to the Father on your behalf. Details are at the link in bio. Here’s my promise: you’ll never regret the work God will do through your faithful prayers, especially that which He does in You. 💚Brooke #millionprayingmoms
Book #8 launched today… It was a good day. I to Book #8 launched today… It was a good day. I took the day off from supportbrwc, slept in until about 8, went live on IG with staceythacker to give a behind-the-scenes look at why these books are special to us, did a load or two of laundry, checked off some things on my to-do list, and then watched my oldest son (college guy) have himself a DAY on the baseball field. He had a double, two singles, turned a double play, and had the walk-off single to win the game. Y’all. I love writing, and I will forever be grateful to have had the privilege of writing a few books, but launch day pales in comparison to watching my boys do what they love. They will always be the very best thing in my life (apart from their dad and Jesus ;) and sacrificing for them doesn’t really feel too costly. Who needs a book launch party (I’ve actually never had one!) when you can watch your boy get mobbed by the guys when he hits the winning rbi in?? Swipe to see him in action. So proud of you maxmcglothlin! If you haven’t already picked up your copy of Praying for Teen Boys, what are you waiting for? Grab a copy or two wherever books are sold, or at www.brookemcglothlin.com/teens! #millionprayingmoms
A behind-the-scenes look at the Praying for Teens A behind-the-scenes look at the Praying for Teens books! staceythacker and I are so excited to announce the release of Praying for Teen Girls (by Stacey) and Praying for Teen Boys (by me), and we wanted to share some behind-the-scenes about why we wrote the books, who they’re for, and our hopes and dreams for how God might use them in the world. We also wanted to take a moment to pray together for these books, and for you as they get into your hands. We’d love for you to take a few minutes and hear our hearts, so tune in now or save it for later. During launch week (now through 4/27/25), when you purchase a copy (or copies) of either or both books, you can enter to win a private time of prayer with me and Stacey. It’ll be 30 minutes for us to hear your story, and then take your needs to the Father. It’s so special to us, and we can’t wait to do it for one mom. We’ll pick that one mom on May 1, 2025 and announce it here. To Enter: 1. Purchase a book or books. 2. Fill out the form linked in our bio. That’s it! Many thanks to everyone who has cheered us on in this endeavor. We pray for God to use these books to turn the tides of entire homes and generations and communities for His glory! Amen! 💚Brooke and Stacey #millionprayingmoms
🎉🎉Happy Birthday to these two!🎉🎉 We d 🎉🎉Happy Birthday to these two!🎉🎉 We don’t know what God WILL do with these books, but we know what He CAN do… Change everything. Starting with you, mom. We know you might be desperate for Him to do something in your teenager’s heart, but I promise, He cares just as much about yours. He’s inviting you to partner with Him for the heart of your child, and it’s a partnership that will… Make you feel purposeful instead of powerless… Help you take joy in your God-given role… Release your need to control, and protect with your prayers instead… Fight FOR your teens instead of against them… In other words, change everything. We hope you’ll pick up a copy (or 2…or 5!) if you haven’t already, and get started of a journey that has the power to affect generations to come. And it all starts with you. Grab your copy anywhere books are sold, or at the link in bio. BONUS: Anyone who purchases at least one copy during launch week (through 4/27/25) will be entered to participate in a 30 minute prayer session with both of us. We’ll choose one entry at the end of this month. We want to hear your story, mom, and then we want to join together and take it to Jesus for you. Purchase your copy anywhere books are sold, and then find the form to enter at the link in bio. And tune in live today around 9:30am ET as staceythacker and I explain a bit more 💚 💚Brooke and Stacey #millionprayingmoms #prayingforboys #mobsociety
The hard cases… continued. Today’s prayer was The hard cases… continued. Today’s prayer was inspired by: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Acts 9 Ephesians 1:18 Psalm 139:7-12 Luke 15:11-32 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ For more scripture-inspired prayers to help you partner with God for the heart of your teenager, pre-order your copy of Praying for Teen Boys, by Brooke McGlothlin and/or Praying for Teen Girls, by staceythacker. THEY RELEASE TOMORROW (4/22/25)! To get the first two chapters of both books for free, simply comment the word, “TEEN” below and we’ll send instructions straight to your PMs! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ BONUS: Share this post in your stories in case there’s a mom you know who might be struggling with this hard issue in silence. Or for privacy, share it directly to a friend’s messages. We need each other. #millionprayingmoms #prayingforboys #prayingforgirls
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