Today's episode is brought to you by Crossway, a not-for-profit ministry that publishes

gospel-centered resources to serve the Church.

Crossway recently published Gloria Firmance's new book, Labor with Hope.

Through 25 short meditations, Gloria, a mother of four and volunteer doula, helps women

of all ages, especially expectant moms, see labor and birth throughout the Bible pointing

to eternal realities related to their own experience.

Learn more about this book at crossway.org-for-slash-rizen-motherhood.

We're so thankful for Crossway's support.

Motherhood is hard.

One second, we think we're doing a good enough job, and the next, we feel like the worst

mom on the planet, which is why we need the refreshing truth of the gospel to be repeated

over and over, giving us hope in the everyday moments.

So, mama, whether you're sipping cold coffee or doing a sink full of dishes, we hope you'll

find truth, encouragement, and laughter here.

This is the Risen Motherhood Podcast.

Thanks for joining us.

Hey guys, Laura here.

We are so excited to be back with new podcast episodes after a summer break.

There are so many fun things going on, so we're going to share a few of them with you before

we dive into today's Extra Special Show.

First, you might have heard something unfamiliar when the show started.

That's because this season of shows are sponsored.

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