Heirs and Arrows Thu, 14 May 2026 18:15:10 -0400 https://heirsandarrows.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Heirs and Arrows yes 96e20e68-3cd6-5350-8525-7e8076a321c2 Amber Stevens episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) parenting, children, kids, women, christian, encouragement, moms, motherhood Amber Stevens https://storage.buzzsprout.com/uuocn6fmctfct4fvcr675vynv6ad?.jpg Heirs and Arrows Our Mom Our Mom This episode is special because I got my family with me and we're just talking about how incredible our mom is. Happy mother's day to all the mama's out there!

]]> This episode is special because I got my family with me and we're just talking about how incredible our mom is. Happy mother's day to all the mama's out there!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-19139187 Thu, 07 May 2026 02:00:00 -0400 951 heirs and arrows, amber halisi-stevens, motherhood, women's history, legacy, mother's day, our mom, generations, marriage, friendship, christian podcast, podcast for women, relationships, parenthood, parenting, be encouraged, keep going, benefits full false You're A Part of Women's History! You're A Part of Women's History! March is Women's History Month. A celebration of what extraordinary women throughout the history have made in the world. Sometimes we don't realize that, as women, we're making history too. Our names may never be in history books but our everyday decisions will impact generations to come. So be encouraged today sister, you're a part of history!

]]> March is Women's History Month. A celebration of what extraordinary women throughout the history have made in the world. Sometimes we don't realize that, as women, we're making history too. Our names may never be in history books but our everyday decisions will impact generations to come. So be encouraged today sister, you're a part of history!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-18859718 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 174 heirs and arrows, amber halisi-stevens, motherhood, women's history, legacy, generations, marriage, friendship, christian podcast, podcast for women, relationships, parenthood, parenting, be encouraged, keep going, benefits full false Called to Missions Called to Missions In this episode, I speak with Rev. C. Jacqueline Chaney who wrote a new book called "This Isn't Your Mama's Mission". We talk about how God used her whole life- from her early childhood to her church ministry and even her career- to prepare her for the call to missions. Whether you have ever felt the nudge to missions or if you are trying to figure out what God called you to do, this is a conversation that I know will bless you. 

Buy the book here: https://tinyurl.com/kku755kz

If you want to connect with Rev. Chaney, feel free to email her at cjacquelinechaney@gmail.com


]]> In this episode, I speak with Rev. C. Jacqueline Chaney who wrote a new book called "This Isn't Your Mama's Mission". We talk about how God used her whole life- from her early childhood to her church ministry and even her career- to prepare her for the call to missions. Whether you have ever felt the nudge to missions or if you are trying to figure out what God called you to do, this is a conversation that I know will bless you. 

Buy the book here: https://tinyurl.com/kku755kz

If you want to connect with Rev. Chaney, feel free to email her at cjacquelinechaney@gmail.com


]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-18665729 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 23:00:00 -0500 2775 heirs and arrows, amber halisi-stevens, motherhood, missions, africa, friendship, christian podcast, podcast for women, relationships, parenthood, parenting, God is Sovereign, God is good, ministry, calling full false #GOALS #GOALS We're already in the swing of things in 2026! And if you've set goals for yourself, you're probably still working at them. Hopefully, you haven't given up yet. But if you have, hopefully this episode will remind you of why you set those goals and the benefits you'll gain if you keep at it!

]]> We're already in the swing of things in 2026! And if you've set goals for yourself, you're probably still working at them. Hopefully, you haven't given up yet. But if you have, hopefully this episode will remind you of why you set those goals and the benefits you'll gain if you keep at it!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-18544544 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 21:00:00 -0500 475 heirs and arrows, amber halisi-stevens, motherhood, goals, #goals, marriage, friendship, christian podcast, podcast for women, relationships, parenthood, parenting, be encouraged, keep going, benefits full false Let's Stop Procrastinating Let's Stop Procrastinating Procrastination is a sneaky little thief because it gives you the FALSE momentary pleasure of feeling like you're making more time when really you're wasting time. This is more of a problem than we even really realize. Let's address this issue head on today. 

]]> Procrastination is a sneaky little thief because it gives you the FALSE momentary pleasure of feeling like you're making more time when really you're wasting time. This is more of a problem than we even really realize. Let's address this issue head on today. 

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-17744897 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:00:00 -0400 598 heirs and arrows, amber halisi-stevens, motherhood, marriage, friendship, christian podcast, podcast for women, relationships, parenthood, parenting, procrastination, stop procrastinating, bible, Jesus hard, tough full false Let's Stop Lying Let's Stop Lying Lying is a cringy topic yet we've all been there at points in our lives. So let's talk about it. Why do we lie, how does it effect our relationships and what can we do to stop? 

]]> Lying is a cringy topic yet we've all been there at points in our lives. So let's talk about it. Why do we lie, how does it effect our relationships and what can we do to stop? 

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-17482586 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 02:00:00 -0400 723 moms, motherhood, womanhood, christian podcast, podcast for women, Amber Stevens, lying, deception, falsehood, relationships full false God Is Sovereign God Is Sovereign This year was hard.....like my hardest year ever. But if I'm honest, in all the chaos, God was still good. And although there were many moments that just really sucked, I know that He is working all things for my good. I hope that you are encouraged as you listen to this last episode of 2024

]]> This year was hard.....like my hardest year ever. But if I'm honest, in all the chaos, God was still good. And although there were many moments that just really sucked, I know that He is working all things for my good. I hope that you are encouraged as you listen to this last episode of 2024

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-16363944 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0500 377 heirs and arrows, amber halisi-stevens, motherhood, marriage, friendship, christian podcast, podcast for women, relationships, parenthood, parenting, God is Sovereign, God is good, hard, tough full false Take Yourself Serious Take Yourself Serious When people say they don't take themselves too serious, it's often a sign of humility and being down-to-earth. However, in this episode I want to challenge us all that we actually need to take ourselves more serious. Listen in to find out why...

]]> When people say they don't take themselves too serious, it's often a sign of humility and being down-to-earth. However, in this episode I want to challenge us all that we actually need to take ourselves more serious. Listen in to find out why...

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-15241736 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 22:00:00 -0400 543 moms, motherhood, womanhood, christian podcast, podcast for women, Amber Stevens, take yourself serious full false A Word of Caution As You Plan for 2024 A Word of Caution As You Plan for 2024 2023 is coming to an end and 2024 is at our doorstep. Many of us have wrote our visions for what we anticipate for 2024 but I wanted to remind us that as we vision cast, let's do it in humility.
James 4:13-16

]]> 2023 is coming to an end and 2024 is at our doorstep. Many of us have wrote our visions for what we anticipate for 2024 but I wanted to remind us that as we vision cast, let's do it in humility.
James 4:13-16

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-14217561 Fri, 29 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0500 397 heirs and arrows, amber halisi-stevens, motherhood, marriage, friendship, christian podcast, podcast for women, relationships, parenthood, parenting, vision board, vision casting, 2024, new year full false Love Languages for Your Relationships Love Languages for Your Relationships In this episode, I talk about love from the perspective of Gary Chapman's book The Five Love Languages and how they can be expressed in not only your marital relationship but in all of your relationships. Take a listen and share with someone you love.  

]]> In this episode, I talk about love from the perspective of Gary Chapman's book The Five Love Languages and how they can be expressed in not only your marital relationship but in all of your relationships. Take a listen and share with someone you love.  

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-13683237 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 22:00:00 -0400 722 heirs and arrows, amber halisi-stevens, motherhood, marriage, friendship, christian podcast, podcast for women, relationships, parenthood, parenting, Gary Chapman full false Temper Check Temper Check I've really been working on my temper! It's not always easy to hold my tongue when I actually have a lot to say- especially when someone  insults me - but it's worth it. Lashing out is easy, controlling your temper takes the power of the Spirit. In this episode, I share how I'm growing in this area and I encourage you to do the same.

]]> I've really been working on my temper! It's not always easy to hold my tongue when I actually have a lot to say- especially when someone  insults me - but it's worth it. Lashing out is easy, controlling your temper takes the power of the Spirit. In this episode, I share how I'm growing in this area and I encourage you to do the same.

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-12405663 Thu, 09 Mar 2023 01:00:00 -0500 506 amber stevens,amber halisi stevens, self control, temper, temper check, no insults, heirs and arrows, christian podcast, podcast for women, moms, motherhood, christian parenting, christian womanhood, womanhood, Jesus, christian woman, issues, christian i full false Birthday Rest w/ Onaje Stevens Birthday Rest w/ Onaje Stevens It's my birthday!!!!!  I can't be more excited because I'm going on a little weekend getaway. For me, this wasn't just a want, it was a need. Life has been hectic and I need to remove myself from the hustle and bustle of life for a few days. 
In this episode, I get to talk to my husband, Onaje, about the importance of rest. Join us as we talk about this super important topic and share a laugh or two.

]]> It's my birthday!!!!!  I can't be more excited because I'm going on a little weekend getaway. For me, this wasn't just a want, it was a need. Life has been hectic and I need to remove myself from the hustle and bustle of life for a few days. 
In this episode, I get to talk to my husband, Onaje, about the importance of rest. Join us as we talk about this super important topic and share a laugh or two.

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-12359136 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 01:00:00 -0500 934 rest, getaway, Onaje Stevens, amber stevens, amber halisi stevens, heirs and arrows, christian podcast, moms, motherhood, christian parenting, christian womanhood, womanhood, Jesus, christian woman, issues, christian issues, love, believers full false Be Thankful Be Thankful It's so easy to look at our lives and see what we don't have or what's not going right but it takes maturity (and practice) to instead be thankful.  In today's episode, I share 5 reasons why being thankful is important.

]]> It's so easy to look at our lives and see what we don't have or what's not going right but it takes maturity (and practice) to instead be thankful.  In today's episode, I share 5 reasons why being thankful is important.

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-11073656 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 01:00:00 -0400 549 amber stevens, be thankful, thanksgiving, amber halisi stevens, heirs and arrows, christian podcast, moms, motherhood, christian parenting, christian womanhood, womanhood, Jesus, christian woman, issues, christian issues, love, believers full false What Are You Looking At? What Are You Looking At? January 4, 2022 my prayer was that God would help me to keep my eyes on Him. I am most content when I do that but when my eyes wander, I get super discouraged. Discouraged about where I'm not, what I haven't yet accomplished, what goals are still unreached, etc. I promise you, when you and I learn to keep our eyes on Him-CONSISTENTLY- we will be much better off. 

]]> January 4, 2022 my prayer was that God would help me to keep my eyes on Him. I am most content when I do that but when my eyes wander, I get super discouraged. Discouraged about where I'm not, what I haven't yet accomplished, what goals are still unreached, etc. I promise you, when you and I learn to keep our eyes on Him-CONSISTENTLY- we will be much better off. 

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-10394297 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 23:00:00 -0400 408 Heirs and Arrows, motherhood, christian motherhood, moms, mom, christian moms, Amber Stevens, Amber Halisi Stevens, christian podcast, womanhood, podcast for women, christianity, spiritual podcast, life, enjoy life, keep your eyes on Jesus, stay focused, full false Confronting Confrontation Confronting Confrontation Ugh. Who  likes confrontation? I know I don't. However, when done right and for the right reasons, confrontation is actually a good thing. In this episode, I discuss what confrontation is, why we sometimes need to do it, how we do it, when to do it and to whom we do it with. Hopefully by the end of the episode, you'll hate it a little less (fingers crossed)!

]]> Ugh. Who  likes confrontation? I know I don't. However, when done right and for the right reasons, confrontation is actually a good thing. In this episode, I discuss what confrontation is, why we sometimes need to do it, how we do it, when to do it and to whom we do it with. Hopefully by the end of the episode, you'll hate it a little less (fingers crossed)!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-9683423 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500 659 amber stevens, confront, confrontation, amber halisi stevens, heirs and arrows, christian podcast, moms, motherhood, christian parenting, christian womanhood, womanhood, Jesus, christian woman, issues, christian issues, love, believers full false The Art of Rest w/ Adam Mabry The Art of Rest w/ Adam Mabry It's that time of year. The time when everybody is running around like a chicken with their head cut off. The time when everyone is hurried. The time when everyone is stressed (probably more than any other time of year). It's the holidays! Yep, the holidays. And while this should be a joyous and exciting time, many are drowning in anxiety. If this is your situation, this episode is for you!  In my conversation with author and pastor Adam Mabry, we talk about why rest is such a wonderful gift from our great God. Honestly, the rest we talk about is really for our lives all year long, but I think it will be especially good as we enter this holiday season.  So, my friend, take a listen in...

https://www.adammabry.org/

The Art of Rest: Faith to Hit Pause in a World That Never Stops

]]> It's that time of year. The time when everybody is running around like a chicken with their head cut off. The time when everyone is hurried. The time when everyone is stressed (probably more than any other time of year). It's the holidays! Yep, the holidays. And while this should be a joyous and exciting time, many are drowning in anxiety. If this is your situation, this episode is for you!  In my conversation with author and pastor Adam Mabry, we talk about why rest is such a wonderful gift from our great God. Honestly, the rest we talk about is really for our lives all year long, but I think it will be especially good as we enter this holiday season.  So, my friend, take a listen in...

https://www.adammabry.org/

The Art of Rest: Faith to Hit Pause in a World That Never Stops

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-9562555 Wed, 17 Nov 2021 01:00:00 -0500 1227 Heirs and Arrows, Adam Mabry, The Art of Rest: Faith to Hit Pause in a World That Never Stops, motherhood, christian motherhood, moms, mom, christian moms, Amber Stevens, Amber Halisi Stevens, letting go, real moms real Jesus, christian podcast, womanhood full false Stop Fighting Rest Stop Fighting Rest Something kind of funny happened with one of our daughters- something that children do all the time. But, it's just not children doing this- we adults do it too. Take a listen in and see what it is we do that sometimes we don't even realize!

]]> Something kind of funny happened with one of our daughters- something that children do all the time. But, it's just not children doing this- we adults do it too. Take a listen in and see what it is we do that sometimes we don't even realize!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-9445649 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 17:00:00 -0400 281 Heirs and Arrows, motherhood, Christian motherhood, moms, mom, Christian moms, Amber Stevens, Amber Halisi Stevens, letting go, real moms real Jesus, Christian podcast, womanhood, podcast for women, Christianity, spiritual podcast, rest, rest your mind, r full false The Process of Letting Go w/ Jill Savage The Process of Letting Go w/ Jill Savage In this episode, I had the priviledge of speaking with author Jill Savage (https://jillsavage.org/) and she gave such a beautiful perspective of motherhood and the process of letting go. She gave some great insight on some of the many emotions we may experience as we groom and grow our children to go out into the world. I hope that you enjoy this episode as much as I did. 

]]> In this episode, I had the priviledge of speaking with author Jill Savage (https://jillsavage.org/) and she gave such a beautiful perspective of motherhood and the process of letting go. She gave some great insight on some of the many emotions we may experience as we groom and grow our children to go out into the world. I hope that you enjoy this episode as much as I did. 

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-9318931 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 01:00:00 -0400 1084 Heirs and Arrows, Jill Savage, motherhood, christian motherhood, moms, mom, christian moms, Amber Stevens, Amber Halisi Stevens, letting go, real moms real Jesus, christian podcast, womanhood, podcast for women, christianity, spiritual podcast, full false Life Isn't A Vacation Life Isn't A Vacation Friends! I got bit by the traveling bug! Like, for real. And while there's nothing wrong with enjoying ourselves in this life, I want to challenge you (as I had to remind and challenge myself) that life can't be one big vacation. We are still on a mission and the world can't afford for us to be so consumed with pleasures that we forget that we are on a mission!
Take a listen in.....

]]> Friends! I got bit by the traveling bug! Like, for real. And while there's nothing wrong with enjoying ourselves in this life, I want to challenge you (as I had to remind and challenge myself) that life can't be one big vacation. We are still on a mission and the world can't afford for us to be so consumed with pleasures that we forget that we are on a mission!
Take a listen in.....

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-9126719 Thu, 02 Sep 2021 01:00:00 -0400 295 Heirs and Arrows, motherhood, christian motherhood, moms, mom, christian moms, Amber Stevens, Amber Halisi Stevens, christian podcast, womanhood, podcast for women, christianity, spiritual podcast, life, enjoy life, vacation full false Trash to Treasure w/ Angel Williams aka Mom the Ebayer Trash to Treasure w/ Angel Williams aka Mom the Ebayer Angel is a prime example of the resourcefulness and resilience of women! When she was looking for ways to supplement money for her family, she began flipping items and dumpster diving. She is now a YouTube sensation with over 150,000 followers and a new author! Her story is so inspiring and I can't wait for you to hear it.

YouTube- Momtheebayer
Instagram- @momtheebayer101
Twitter- momtheebayer101
LinkedIn- Momtheebayer101
Finding Your Treasure (book)- https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Treasure-Familys-Mission-Everything_and/dp/198215229X/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2BBQCYY9AWUNK&dchild=1&keywords=angel+williams+finding+your+treasure&qid=1627530779&sprefix=angel+williams+findin%2Caps%2C142&sr=8-2

]]> Angel is a prime example of the resourcefulness and resilience of women! When she was looking for ways to supplement money for her family, she began flipping items and dumpster diving. She is now a YouTube sensation with over 150,000 followers and a new author! Her story is so inspiring and I can't wait for you to hear it.

YouTube- Momtheebayer
Instagram- @momtheebayer101
Twitter- momtheebayer101
LinkedIn- Momtheebayer101
Finding Your Treasure (book)- https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Treasure-Familys-Mission-Everything_and/dp/198215229X/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2BBQCYY9AWUNK&dchild=1&keywords=angel+williams+finding+your+treasure&qid=1627530779&sprefix=angel+williams+findin%2Caps%2C142&sr=8-2

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-8941285 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -0400 1242 Heirs and Arrows, Angel Williams, Mom The Ebayer, Finding Your Treasure, dumpster diving, motherhood, christian motherhood, moms, mom, christian moms, Amber Stevens, Amber Halisi Stevens, christian podcast, womanhood, podcast for women, christianity, spir full false Be Quiet & Let God Be Your Defender Be Quiet & Let God Be Your Defender In this episode, I talk about a secret weapon we rarely use- SILENCE! I know how bad you want to give a piece of your mind to that person, but maybe you shouldn't. We can all learn a lesson from David. He constantly cried out to God to be his defender and guess what? You can ask God to be your defender too!

]]> In this episode, I talk about a secret weapon we rarely use- SILENCE! I know how bad you want to give a piece of your mind to that person, but maybe you shouldn't. We can all learn a lesson from David. He constantly cried out to God to be his defender and guess what? You can ask God to be your defender too!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-8866877 Thu, 15 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -0400 240 Heirs and Arrows, motherhood, christian motherhood, moms, mom, christian moms, Amber Stevens, Amber Halisi Stevens, christian podcast, womanhood, podcast for women, christianity, spiritual podcast, God is defender, Defender, be quiet, silence, keep your m full false Getting Real About Jealousy with Floydise Paquette Getting Real About Jealousy with Floydise Paquette Ugh! Jealousy. It's something we've all dealt with yet no one wants to talk about it. Well, today I tackle this hard topic with my guest Floydise Paquette. From the moment Floydise started speaking, I thought "this lady is MY SISTER." Her transparency, authenticity, and humility made me feel like we've known each other for years.  She gracefully peels back the layers of this oh so ugly sin and gets to the root of the issue. She even shared some great tips on how to help our children deal with jealousy. I know you will be encouraged by this one. Enjoy!

https://floydisepaquette.com/ 

]]> Ugh! Jealousy. It's something we've all dealt with yet no one wants to talk about it. Well, today I tackle this hard topic with my guest Floydise Paquette. From the moment Floydise started speaking, I thought "this lady is MY SISTER." Her transparency, authenticity, and humility made me feel like we've known each other for years.  She gracefully peels back the layers of this oh so ugly sin and gets to the root of the issue. She even shared some great tips on how to help our children deal with jealousy. I know you will be encouraged by this one. Enjoy!

https://floydisepaquette.com/ 

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-8670545 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 01:00:00 -0400 2360 motherhood, jealousy, jealousy in the church, womanhood, Floydise Paquette, Amber Stevens, Heirs and Arrows, insecurity, insecurity in women, comparison, comparison in women, comparison in church, christian podcast, podcast for women, podcast for moms, mo full false The Danger of Comparison The Danger of Comparison We've all done it. Comparing ourselves with someone else or comparing other people. But comparison really is a trap that we need to stay far away from.  Whether we do the type of comparison that leads to us feeling prideful or that which leads to us feeling inferior, both are unhealthy and hurt the heart of God. In this episode we discover how comparison leads to jealousy, how to stay on the safe side of comparison and how to be delivered from unhealthy comparison. 


]]> We've all done it. Comparing ourselves with someone else or comparing other people. But comparison really is a trap that we need to stay far away from.  Whether we do the type of comparison that leads to us feeling prideful or that which leads to us feeling inferior, both are unhealthy and hurt the heart of God. In this episode we discover how comparison leads to jealousy, how to stay on the safe side of comparison and how to be delivered from unhealthy comparison. 


]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-8596838 Thu, 27 May 2021 01:00:00 -0400 720 Heirs and Arrows, comparison, motherhood, christian motherhood, moms, mom, christian moms, Amber Stevens, Amber Halisi Stevens, christian podcast, womanhood, podcast for women, christianity, spiritual podcast, full false Self Care Series Part 3- Spiritual Self Care w/ Sacha from CLOTHED WITH DIGNITY Self Care Series Part 3- Spiritual Self Care w/ Sacha from CLOTHED WITH DIGNITY In this episode I speak with Sacha from https://clothedwithdignityco.com/ We discuss why self care is biblical, how you can incorporate spiritual self care into your daily life and some surprising actions that are actually good self care habits. 

https://www.instagram.com/clothedwithdignityco/?hl=en
https://www.pinterest.com/clothedwithdignityco/_created/
https://www.facebook.com/clothedwithdignityco/

]]> In this episode I speak with Sacha from https://clothedwithdignityco.com/ We discuss why self care is biblical, how you can incorporate spiritual self care into your daily life and some surprising actions that are actually good self care habits. 

https://www.instagram.com/clothedwithdignityco/?hl=en
https://www.pinterest.com/clothedwithdignityco/_created/
https://www.facebook.com/clothedwithdignityco/

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-8497261 Wed, 12 May 2021 01:00:00 -0400 1091 Heirs and Arrows, motherhood, christian motherhood, moms, mom, christian moms, self care, spiritual self care, clothed with dignity co, self care series, Amber Stevens, Amber Halisi Stevens, christian podcast, womanhood, podcast for women, christianity, s full false Self Care Series Part 2- Physical Self Care w/ Valerie Chadwick, RN Self Care Series Part 2- Physical Self Care w/ Valerie Chadwick, RN In this episode I got to talk to my friend Valerie Chadwick. She is a registered nurse and a wealth of knowledge. Let me tell you, I learned so much and I know you will too! Listen in as we discuss the importance of taking care of all parts of our being, how our mental and spiritual status effects our physical well being, how something as simple as exchanging the term exercise to physical activity can motivate us to better care for ourselves, and so much more. 

Join her Saturday Work Outs @valenciapearl on Instagram

]]> In this episode I got to talk to my friend Valerie Chadwick. She is a registered nurse and a wealth of knowledge. Let me tell you, I learned so much and I know you will too! Listen in as we discuss the importance of taking care of all parts of our being, how our mental and spiritual status effects our physical well being, how something as simple as exchanging the term exercise to physical activity can motivate us to better care for ourselves, and so much more. 

Join her Saturday Work Outs @valenciapearl on Instagram

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-8419057 Wed, 28 Apr 2021 01:00:00 -0400 2933 moms, Valerie Chadwick, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens, self care, physical self care, physical activity, taking care of your body, Jesus, biblical self care full false Self Care Series- Part 1- Mental Self Care Self Care Series- Part 1- Mental Self Care In this episode, I talk about the importance of mental self care and some ?1VERY practical tips on how you can do it. This is Part 1 of a 3 part series on self care. Stay tuned for Part 2 and 3 where we will talk about physical and spiritual self care.

Mentioned in this episode: 

https://redtri.com/why-you-need-a-mom-break-and-how-to-take-one/

https://heirsandarrows.buzzsprout.com/901936/6650248-the-power-of-our-words

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heirs-and-arrows/id1502942791?i=1000501135491



]]> In this episode, I talk about the importance of mental self care and some ?1VERY practical tips on how you can do it. This is Part 1 of a 3 part series on self care. Stay tuned for Part 2 and 3 where we will talk about physical and spiritual self care.

Mentioned in this episode: 

https://redtri.com/why-you-need-a-mom-break-and-how-to-take-one/

https://heirsandarrows.buzzsprout.com/901936/6650248-the-power-of-our-words

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heirs-and-arrows/id1502942791?i=1000501135491



]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-8332237 Wed, 14 Apr 2021 01:00:00 -0400 830 christian moms, christian podcast, podcast for moms, podcast for women, women, christian women, moms, self care, mental self care, destress, less stress, peace, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, Amber Stevens, stres full false Trading Fear w/ Christina Fox Trading Fear w/ Christina Fox In this episode, I chat with Christina Fox author of "A Holy Fear- Trading Lesser Fears with the Fear of the Lord".  We discuss natural vs sinful fear, idolatry in fear, how focusing on God can lessen other fears, and how we can develop a fear of the Lord. 

Inbox me on Instagram @amstevens1 for a chance to win 1 of 2 free copies of Christina's book!

Instagram @Christinarfox
Website- Christinafox.com
Facebook- Christina Fox, Author

]]> In this episode, I chat with Christina Fox author of "A Holy Fear- Trading Lesser Fears with the Fear of the Lord".  We discuss natural vs sinful fear, idolatry in fear, how focusing on God can lessen other fears, and how we can develop a fear of the Lord. 

Inbox me on Instagram @amstevens1 for a chance to win 1 of 2 free copies of Christina's book!

Instagram @Christinarfox
Website- Christinafox.com
Facebook- Christina Fox, Author

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-8244877 Wed, 31 Mar 2021 01:00:00 -0400 1247 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens, anxiety, anxious, fear, worry, stress, God cares, Christina Fox, A Holy Fear, Trading Lesser Fears for the Fear of the Lord, No fear, peace full false 2021 Update 2021 Update It's been a while since I've posted an episode and I'm excited to jump back in. I took a mini (albeit unplanned) break to figure out how to move forward and I think I've found the perfect solution! Take a listen in...

]]> It's been a while since I've posted an episode and I'm excited to jump back in. I took a mini (albeit unplanned) break to figure out how to move forward and I think I've found the perfect solution! Take a listen in...

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-8155876 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 01:00:00 -0400 242 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens, Christian mom, Christian Moms, 2021 update, heirs and arrows bonus false Sexual and Emotional Purity w/ Natasha Ann Miller Sexual and Emotional Purity w/ Natasha Ann Miller As you look around at the social climate in today's world, you can easily get discouraged by the moral decline that appears to be so tangible and uncontrollable. In today's episode, Natasha Ann Miller of http://marriedandyoung.com/ gives us some very encouraging words of wisdom for parents, singles, and young women and men who desire to see their children or themselves surrender to God by walking in purity. 

]]> As you look around at the social climate in today's world, you can easily get discouraged by the moral decline that appears to be so tangible and uncontrollable. In today's episode, Natasha Ann Miller of http://marriedandyoung.com/ gives us some very encouraging words of wisdom for parents, singles, and young women and men who desire to see their children or themselves surrender to God by walking in purity. 

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-6871694 Tue, 15 Dec 2020 23:00:00 -0500 2124 Parenting, Christianity, Mom, motherhood, praying, community, parenthood, Amber Stevens, Natasha Ann Miller, Natasha Miller, Married and Young, purity, sexual purity, emotional purity, surrender to God, God's glory, marriage, singles, single ladies, sing 2 8 full false The Power of Our Words The Power of Our Words In this episode, I chat with my mom-in-law Stephanie Stevens http://stephaniestevensspeaks.com/ about how our words shape our worlds. We talk about how we actually have the power to create a positive or negative environment starting with the thoughts we think which ultimately leads to the words we say. This is one episode that you will need to listen to more than once!

]]> In this episode, I chat with my mom-in-law Stephanie Stevens http://stephaniestevensspeaks.com/ about how our words shape our worlds. We talk about how we actually have the power to create a positive or negative environment starting with the thoughts we think which ultimately leads to the words we say. This is one episode that you will need to listen to more than once!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-6650248 Wed, 02 Dec 2020 01:00:00 -0500 1342 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, thinking differently, new habits, new year resolution, 2021, mothers, mom, encouragement, Amber Stevens, Stephanie Stevens, power of words, coach, motivational speaker, christian motivational speaker, Proverbs 1 2 7 full false Homeschooling with Nathalie Hawkins Homeschooling with Nathalie Hawkins In this episode, I talk to Nathalie Hawkins of 
https://www.toteachherown.com/ and fellow Howard Alumni. She gives an abundance of encouragement and tips for those who are considering homeschooling. I absolutely love her passion for education and her children and I know you will hear it as you listen to her speak. 

]]> In this episode, I talk to Nathalie Hawkins of 
https://www.toteachherown.com/ and fellow Howard Alumni. She gives an abundance of encouragement and tips for those who are considering homeschooling. I absolutely love her passion for education and her children and I know you will hear it as you listen to her speak. 

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-6448645 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 23:00:00 -0500 1939 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, howard university, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens, black moms, african american moms, homeschooling, Nathalie Hawkins, To Teach Her Own, Christian Homeschooling, Black Parents, Blac 2 6 full false Raising Resilient Children Raising Resilient Children In this episode I chat with Valerie Bell, CEO of Awana Clubs International. She shares her passion for child discipleship and the importance of raising children who can function in our current culture without breaking under the pressure to conform. 

]]> In this episode I chat with Valerie Bell, CEO of Awana Clubs International. She shares her passion for child discipleship and the importance of raising children who can function in our current culture without breaking under the pressure to conform. 

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-6229804 Wed, 04 Nov 2020 22:00:00 -0500 1670 Parenting, Christianity, Mom, motherhood, Amber Stevens, Valerie Bell, Awana Clubs International, Awana, child discipleship, resilient, resilient disciples, culture 2 5 full false Game Plan for the Next Decade of Your Life Game Plan for the Next Decade of Your Life What will the next 10 years of your life look like? Have you thought about it? Did you know you can do something about it if you are proactive?
This is a good time to start evaluating where you are and where you desire to be now that we're about to enter into a new year. Take a listen in as I share some basic tips that can help you....

]]> What will the next 10 years of your life look like? Have you thought about it? Did you know you can do something about it if you are proactive?
This is a good time to start evaluating where you are and where you desire to be now that we're about to enter into a new year. Take a listen in as I share some basic tips that can help you....

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-6107515 Wed, 28 Oct 2020 23:00:00 -0400 515 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, Amber Stevens, vision, working hard, planning for the future, making plans, write the vision, success, successful 2 4 full false Overcoming Anger and Frustration Overcoming Anger and Frustration Okay, let's be real. We all deal with or have dealt with anger at one time or another. And unfortunately, we deal with it alone because we don't want people to know "the dark side of us", LOL! But as we expose and deal with this issue, we allow God to help us in our weakness. Today I discuss anger with Amber Lia http://www.motherofknights.com/   https://www.amberandwendy.com/ as she shares some great insight on what helped her to go from an angry mom to a mom of great grace. Take a listen in...

]]> Okay, let's be real. We all deal with or have dealt with anger at one time or another. And unfortunately, we deal with it alone because we don't want people to know "the dark side of us", LOL! But as we expose and deal with this issue, we allow God to help us in our weakness. Today I discuss anger with Amber Lia http://www.motherofknights.com/   https://www.amberandwendy.com/ as she shares some great insight on what helped her to go from an angry mom to a mom of great grace. Take a listen in...

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-5991961 Tue, 20 Oct 2020 23:00:00 -0400 2067 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens, Amber Lia, Mother of Knights, Anger, Frustration, womanhood, christian motherhood, Triggers 2 3 full false Citizens of Heaven Citizens of Heaven In this episode, I just wanted to encourage you to focus on God. Life can be challenging and hard but also really great. In both instances, we must set our affections on heavenly things, i.e. on God!

]]> In this episode, I just wanted to encourage you to focus on God. Life can be challenging and hard but also really great. In both instances, we must set our affections on heavenly things, i.e. on God!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-5903662 Wed, 14 Oct 2020 23:00:00 -0400 395 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens, focus on God, set your affections, focus on heavenly things, citizens of heaven, God cares, christian womanhood, womanhood, christian women 2 2 full false Discovering Your Purpose Discovering Your Purpose One of the most common questions that people ask is what is my purpose? Why am I here? More than that, some people struggle to believe if they have a purpose at all. On this episode, Arika Davenport (https://shepursuespurpose.com/) and I talk about what purpose is and what it is not, how to know if we've discovered the purpose God created us for versus if we are making up our own path, and a host of other things. You DO NOT want to miss this one!

For more help on discovering your purpose, visit Arika @ https://shepursuespurpose.com/


]]> One of the most common questions that people ask is what is my purpose? Why am I here? More than that, some people struggle to believe if they have a purpose at all. On this episode, Arika Davenport (https://shepursuespurpose.com/) and I talk about what purpose is and what it is not, how to know if we've discovered the purpose God created us for versus if we are making up our own path, and a host of other things. You DO NOT want to miss this one!

For more help on discovering your purpose, visit Arika @ https://shepursuespurpose.com/


]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-5759014 Tue, 06 Oct 2020 23:00:00 -0400 1479 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, Amber Stevens, Arika Davenport, Purpose, Finding My Purpose, She Pursues Purpose, What is purpose, passion versus purpose, womanhood, christian women, christian woman, biblica 2 1 full false Season 1 Thank You Season 1 Thank You Season 1 was a success!! A big THANK YOU to all the guests speakers who took the time to share some of your wisdom. And of course, thank you to all the listeners. I pray you were encouraged and blessed as you listened in every week. Season 2 is set to begin in September 2020. Take this time to catch up on any episodes you may have missed and feel free to share this with people you know. Enjoy your summer! God Bless.

]]> Season 1 was a success!! A big THANK YOU to all the guests speakers who took the time to share some of your wisdom. And of course, thank you to all the listeners. I pray you were encouraged and blessed as you listened in every week. Season 2 is set to begin in September 2020. Take this time to catch up on any episodes you may have missed and feel free to share this with people you know. Enjoy your summer! God Bless.

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-4485434 Wed, 08 Jul 2020 01:00:00 -0400 59 Parenting, Christianity, Mom, motherhood, self care, praying, community, parenthood, Amber Stevens, Heirs and Arrows, christian podcast, podcast season finale, Thank you 1 12 bonus false A Talk About Fatherhood A Talk About Fatherhood In this episode I talk with Tim Ferrara of Discerning Dad about fatherhood. Why is a father's involvement so important? What about men who no longer have a relationship with their children's mother? How can more passive men lead their families? This and so much more in this episode. Share this with all the men in your life, whether they are fathers or not.  

]]> In this episode I talk with Tim Ferrara of Discerning Dad about fatherhood. Why is a father's involvement so important? What about men who no longer have a relationship with their children's mother? How can more passive men lead their families? This and so much more in this episode. Share this with all the men in your life, whether they are fathers or not.  

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-4207349 Wed, 17 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2085 fatherhood, dads, christian dads, Tim Ferrara, moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens 1 11 full false A History in the Making School w/ Patrice Meadows A History in the Making School w/ Patrice Meadows I know what it's like to be apart of a school where the leadership is passionate about the students and about education. And today I spoke with a woman who is making history down in Atlanta. Her name is Patrice Meadows and she is the Founder of Atlanta Smart Academy- a tuition-free charter school set to open in August 2020. We talked about the process of opening a school and she gives advice for parent involvement in the education of a child and how parents can prep for this upcoming school year. Listen in...

]]> I know what it's like to be apart of a school where the leadership is passionate about the students and about education. And today I spoke with a woman who is making history down in Atlanta. Her name is Patrice Meadows and she is the Founder of Atlanta Smart Academy- a tuition-free charter school set to open in August 2020. We talked about the process of opening a school and she gives advice for parent involvement in the education of a child and how parents can prep for this upcoming school year. Listen in...

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-4112882 Wed, 10 Jun 2020 01:00:00 -0400 1019 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, Amber Stevens, Patrice Meadows, Atlanta Smart Academy, black moms, african american moms, quarantine, family, schooling, education 1 10 full false Talking to Kids about Race & Racism w/ Trillia Newbell Talking to Kids about Race & Racism w/ Trillia Newbell Today's episode is extremely important. As believers, as parents, as people we MUST address the issue of racism, prejudices, supremacy, and favoritism. This is such a touchy subject but one that cannot be ignored. My guest, Trillia Newbell, gives us a road map on how we can talk to our children about Race and Racism. Take a listen in as we just touch the surface of this topic...

]]> Today's episode is extremely important. As believers, as parents, as people we MUST address the issue of racism, prejudices, supremacy, and favoritism. This is such a touchy subject but one that cannot be ignored. My guest, Trillia Newbell, gives us a road map on how we can talk to our children about Race and Racism. Take a listen in as we just touch the surface of this topic...

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-3931121 Wed, 27 May 2020 00:00:00 -0400 1521 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, Amber Stevens, Trillia Newbell, race, racism, supremacy, justice 1 9 full false My Revelation About Regret My Revelation About Regret Regret is one of those things that we all deal with or have dealt with at some point in our lives. Regret is not fun- it's crippling and can be a prison if you allow it. But I have some good news and I want to share it with you so take a listen...

]]> Regret is one of those things that we all deal with or have dealt with at some point in our lives. Regret is not fun- it's crippling and can be a prison if you allow it. But I have some good news and I want to share it with you so take a listen...

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-3841682 Wed, 20 May 2020 09:00:00 -0400 1133 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, regret, Amber Stevens, good news, motherhood, momlife 1 8 full false The God Dare w/ Kate Battistelli The God Dare w/ Kate Battistelli What do you believe you are suppose to do that gives you butterflies? Or maybe it frightens you a bit because you think it's too big for you to accomplish? Or perhaps you think it's something that too insignificant so you've ignored it. Maybe it's your God Dare. In this episode I chat with mom and author of The God Dare Kate Battistelli to discuss her testimony and new book!

]]> What do you believe you are suppose to do that gives you butterflies? Or maybe it frightens you a bit because you think it's too big for you to accomplish? Or perhaps you think it's something that too insignificant so you've ignored it. Maybe it's your God Dare. In this episode I chat with mom and author of The God Dare Kate Battistelli to discuss her testimony and new book!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-3722120 Tue, 12 May 2020 23:00:00 -0400 1745 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens, The God Dare, black moms, african american moms, Kate Battistelli, purpose, christian moms, christian mom 1 7 full false Mother's Day w/ My Mom Mother's Day w/ My Mom Mother's Day is coming up and I couldn't think of another person that I would've wanted to spend some time talking to- my mom! This was a very fun interview. We laughed and I even learned some family history which is always good. Enjoy!

]]> Mother's Day is coming up and I couldn't think of another person that I would've wanted to spend some time talking to- my mom! This was a very fun interview. We laughed and I even learned some family history which is always good. Enjoy!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-3640381 Wed, 06 May 2020 23:00:00 -0400 687 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens, black moms, african american moms, Mother's Day, appreciate mom, love mom, laugh, enjoy 1 6 bonus false Organizing & Decluttering with Nikki Boyd Organizing & Decluttering with Nikki Boyd Everybody is home y'all. And while overall that's a wonderful thing, it can be a little frustrating trying to keep your home neat and orderly. Enter Nikki Boyd. She is a professional organizer extraordinaire and she is here to help! She is EXCELLENT at what she does and you can tell she really has a heart of gold. Listen in as she gives us simple yet effective ways to keep our homes looking great, appreciate the space we live in, and inspire us to do well with what we have. 

Here is the link to the home meeting printable that she mentioned in the interview that she promised to provide. Enjoy!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ELO0qw1wjjhLyFyAJfniOqC_FZQqR2-j/view?usp=sharing

]]> Everybody is home y'all. And while overall that's a wonderful thing, it can be a little frustrating trying to keep your home neat and orderly. Enter Nikki Boyd. She is a professional organizer extraordinaire and she is here to help! She is EXCELLENT at what she does and you can tell she really has a heart of gold. Listen in as she gives us simple yet effective ways to keep our homes looking great, appreciate the space we live in, and inspire us to do well with what we have. 

Here is the link to the home meeting printable that she mentioned in the interview that she promised to provide. Enjoy!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ELO0qw1wjjhLyFyAJfniOqC_FZQqR2-j/view?usp=sharing

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-3446929 Tue, 21 Apr 2020 08:00:00 -0400 1256 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, Amber Stevens, Nikki Boyd, declutter, organize, clean, cleaning, organization, decluttering, stress, God cares, black moms, african american moms, quarantine, family, at home 1 5 full false Anxiety Anyone? Anxiety Anyone? Anxiety? Ain't nobody got time for that!! Well, although we don't like it, truth is many of us deal with it from time to time. A few weeks ago, I was. And I wasn't feeling it. What did I do? What do you do when you're feeling anxious? Do you just accept it as a normal part of life? You don't have to. Listen in....

]]> Anxiety? Ain't nobody got time for that!! Well, although we don't like it, truth is many of us deal with it from time to time. A few weeks ago, I was. And I wasn't feeling it. What did I do? What do you do when you're feeling anxious? Do you just accept it as a normal part of life? You don't have to. Listen in....

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-3349039 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 23:00:00 -0400 605 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Amber Stevens, anxiety, anxious, fear, worry, stress, God cares, black moms, african american moms 1 4 full false A Mom Is... w/ Carol McLeod A Mom Is... w/ Carol McLeod You are going to be so impacted by this interview I had with Carol McLeod. She radiates with passion for Jesus and motherhood. She also has an amazing testimony that you don't want to miss. Check it out!

]]> You are going to be so impacted by this interview I had with Carol McLeod. She radiates with passion for Jesus and motherhood. She also has an amazing testimony that you don't want to miss. Check it out!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-3266377 Tue, 07 Apr 2020 11:00:00 -0400 2011 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement, testimony, Carol McLeod, Pass the Joy Please, Amber Stevens 1 3 full false God Satisfies Us- Psalm 103 God Satisfies Us- Psalm 103 In the midst of what we are all going through, I want to remind you that God satisfies us with good things. This is just a mid-week encouragement for ya'. Enjoy!

]]> In the midst of what we are all going through, I want to remind you that God satisfies us with good things. This is just a mid-week encouragement for ya'. Enjoy!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-3183706 Wed, 01 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400 435 Heirs and Arrows, Amber Stevens, Psalm 103, Encouragement, Mom, Moms, Christian Moms, Christian Women, Corona, Satisfies, Satisfy, Fills my life, God satisfies, Thankful, Thankfulness 1 2 bonus false The Important Job of Motherhood with Shontell Brewer The Important Job of Motherhood with Shontell Brewer In this episode, I get to chat with Shontell Brewer. Shontell is a wife and mom of 5 and is the author of "Missionary Mom: Embracing the Missionary Field Right Under Your Roof"
We talk about the great responsibility of raising kids, taking naps, community in parenting and self care. Enjoy!

]]> In this episode, I get to chat with Shontell Brewer. Shontell is a wife and mom of 5 and is the author of "Missionary Mom: Embracing the Missionary Field Right Under Your Roof"
We talk about the great responsibility of raising kids, taking naps, community in parenting and self care. Enjoy!

]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-3090616 Mon, 23 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400 2584 Parenting, Christianity, Mom, motherhood, self care, praying, community, parenthood, Shontell Brewer, missionary mom, Amber Stevens, 1 1 full false Heirs and Arrows Intro Heirs and Arrows Intro You’re not just a mom, you’re an heir and child of God. Likewise, you are not just haphazardly raising kids. You are raising arrows. In this podcast Amber Stevens invites guests and fellow moms to discuss various topics of motherhood and womanhood from a biblical perspective.  Although many discussions will involve topics that pertain to motherhood, this is not just a podcast for moms. It's for all women in all walks of life. You will be encouraged, equipped and challenged.

Today's episode is an introduction of the podcast so I hope you enjoy!!!






]]> You’re not just a mom, you’re an heir and child of God. Likewise, you are not just haphazardly raising kids. You are raising arrows. In this podcast Amber Stevens invites guests and fellow moms to discuss various topics of motherhood and womanhood from a biblical perspective.  Although many discussions will involve topics that pertain to motherhood, this is not just a podcast for moms. It's for all women in all walks of life. You will be encouraged, equipped and challenged.

Today's episode is an introduction of the podcast so I hope you enjoy!!!






]]> Amber Stevens Buzzsprout-2968747 Tue, 10 Mar 2020 13:00:00 -0400 483 moms, parenthood, parenting, Christianity, mothers, mom, mentor, encouragement 1 1 trailer false