Seek First Mom | Morning Routine for Mom, Start a Habit, Deepen Your Faith
This podcast helps overwhelmed moms build a consistent morning routine centered on faith. Host Katie shares habit-creation strategies to overcome distractions and deepen Bible study and prayer. She offers practical steps for starting a morning routine that prioritizes seeking God first. The show aims to equip listeners with simple, sustainable habits for spiritual growth.
Episodes
55 | How to Refresh Your Morning Routine When It Starts to Feel Boring
Is your morning routine starting to feel a little boring?
Are you struggling to feel excited about spending time with God in the morning?
Or maybe you’re finding yourself getting distracted more than usual and wondering if it’s time to change things up?
When your morning routine starts to feel stale, it can be tempting to throw everything out and start over—but you don’t have to.
In this episode,
54 | Is God Getting Your Leftovers? Making Time with God a Priority
Are you giving God the first part of your day—or whatever is left over?
What gets the firstfruits of your time each morning: God or your phone, your to-do list, and everyone else's needs?
What would be different about your day if you filled your cup with Jesus before you started filling it with everything else?
In this episode, I’m sharing how the biblical idea of firstfruits can change the way yo
53 | When You Don't Know What to Pray: 5 Ideas to Get You Started
Do you ever sit down to pray and suddenly have no idea what to say?
Do you struggle to know what—or who—you should be praying for?
What if your morning prayer time could feel a little less overwhelming and a lot more meaningful?
If you've ever felt stuck in your prayer time, you're not alone. Sometimes we genuinely want to spend time talking with God, but we just don't know where to begin. In this
52 | Struggling to Understand the Bible? 5 Things That Help Me
Are you reading your Bible but struggling to understand what you’re reading?
Do you ever finish a passage and think, “I have no idea what I just read”?
Have you ever wondered if you’re doing something wrong when Bible study feels confusing?
If you’ve ever felt stuck or discouraged because you don’t understand a passage of Scripture, you’re not alone! Bible study isn’t always easy, and you don’t ha
51 | Looking to Get Back on Track with Your Morning Routine? Rebuild Your Consistency
Have you gotten off track with your morning routine and feel like you have to start all over?
Did a vacation, sickness, schedule change, or everyday life interrupt the routine you worked so hard to build?
Or maybe you know you want to get back into your morning routine, but you can't figure out what's making it so hard?
If you've missed some mornings, I want to remind you that you haven't failed
50 | What Bible Should I Choose? How to Find the Right One for Your Morning Bible Study
Have you ever thought, “I think I need a new Bible,” only to realize there are SO many options that you don't even know where to begin?
Should you choose a journaling Bible or a study Bible? What translation should you use—and does it really matter if your Bible is one column or two?
If you're looking for a new Bible to use during your morning Bible study, you might be surprised by just how many o
49 | Struggling to Stay Consistent? Why a Simple Plan Can Change Your Morning Routine
Do you struggle to be consistent with your morning routine because you aren't sure what to do when you finally sit down?
Do you spend more time deciding what to read, study, or pray about than actually spending time with God?
Could a simpler plan be the key to making your morning routine easier to stick with?
If you've been struggling to stay consistent with your morning routine, the problem may n
48 | Does My Prayer Have to Sound Spiritual? Why Your Prayers Don't Have to Be Perfect
Do you ever wonder if you're praying the "right" way?
Do your prayers sometimes feel too simple, too messy, or not spiritual enough?
Have you ever compared your prayers to the beautiful prayers you hear at church and wondered if yours measure up?
In this episode, I’m sharing encouragement about prayer and why your prayers don’t have to sound spiritual or polished to be meaningful, so you can feel
47 | Want a Consistent Morning Routine? Try This Simple Habit Trick
Do you struggle to make your morning routine a consistent habit?
Do you find yourself wanting to spend time with God in the morning, but somehow never getting around to it?
What if the key to consistency isn't more motivation—but creating a simple cue that reminds your brain what to do next?
In this episode, I’m sharing how the habit loop works and why the cue is such an important part of creating
46 | What If I Don’t Feel Like It? Choose Faithfulness Over Feelings for a Consistent Morning Routine
Do you ever wake up and just not feel like spending time with God? Have you ever wondered if it’s okay to pray or open your Bible when you don’t really feel connected, motivated, or even interested? What do you do when your feelings are telling you to skip your morning routine?
In this episode, I’m sharing why faithfulness matters more than feelings when it comes to spending time with God so you c
45 | When Should I Read the Bible... and When Should I Study It?
Have you ever wondered if you're supposed to be reading the Bible or studying it? Do you feel like everyone else knows how to study the Bible while you're just trying to stay consistent? Have you ever questioned whether you're spending time in God's Word the "right" way?
In this episode, I'm sharing the difference between reading the Bible and Bible study so you can confidently choose the approach
44 | Too Many Decisions? Why You're Struggling to Build a Consistent Morning Routine
Do you feel like your morning routine falls apart before it even begins? Are all the little decisions between your bed and your Bible making it harder to spend time with God? What if the secret to consistency isn't trying harder—but making fewer decisions?
In this episode, I'm sharing how decision fatigue can quietly steal your morning routine and simple ways to reduce the friction before your day
43 | Am I Doing Enough? Why Consistency Matters More Than Intensity
Have you ever felt like your quiet time only "counts" if it's long or feels meaningful? Do you find yourself starting over every time you miss a morning with God? What if the secret to growing closer to God isn't doing more—but simply showing up consistently?
In this episode, I'm sharing why consistency matters more than intensity when it comes to building a lasting morning routine and growing in
42 | Praying Through a New School Year: A Simple Prayer Guide for Christian Moms
Are you feeling excited, nervous, or maybe a little overwhelmed as a new school year begins?
Have you been so busy buying school supplies and planning schedules that you haven't had a chance to pray over the year ahead?
What if you started this school year by inviting God into every classroom, friendship, and challenge before the first day even begins?
The start of a new school year brings fresh r
41 | Why You Keep Starting Over (And How to Build a Habit That Lasts)
Do you feel like you're constantly starting over with your morning routine?
Have you ever wondered why it's so hard to stay consistent with spending time with God?
What if the problem isn't your motivation—but the habits and systems you've built?
If you've ever felt frustrated because you keep falling off track with your morning routine, you're not alone. Building consistent spiritual habits isn't
40 | Feeling Far from God? 5 Lies That Are Keeping You from Spending Time with God
Do you feel like you're too busy to spend time with God?
Have you ever felt guilty after missing a day of your quiet time?
Do you believe you have to wake up at 5 AM or spend an hour with God for it to "count"?
If so, you're not alone—and chances are you've been believing a few lies that are keeping you from consistently spending time with God.
In this episode, I'm sharing 5 common lies moms belie
39 | Has Your Morning Routine Started to Feel Stale? 5 Simple Ways to Refresh Your Time with God
Has your morning routine started to feel a little stale?
Do you still want to spend time with God, but the excitement you had at the beginning has faded?
Are you wondering how to stay consistent without completely starting over?
In this episode, I’m sharing 5 simple ways to refresh your Christian morning routine so you can renew your excitement, stay consistent, and continue growing closer to God
38 | Praying Through Motherhood: 6 Bible Verses for the Mom Who Needs Encouragement
Do you ever struggle to find the words to pray during a hard season of motherhood? Are mom guilt, exhaustion, or overwhelming emotions making it difficult to stay encouraged? Have you ever wished you knew exactly what Scripture says about what you're facing?
In this episode, I'm sharing 6 powerful Bible passages and prayers for common struggles every Christian mom faces so you can be encouraged by
37 | Want to Understand Your Bible Better? My Current Favorite Bible Study Tools
Have you ever read a Bible passage and wondered, What does this actually mean?
Are you looking for beginner-friendly Bible study tools to help you understand Scripture more deeply?
Do you feel overwhelmed by all the Bible study resources available and aren't sure where to start?
In this episode, I'm sharing my current favorite Bible study tools so you can better understand God's Word with confiden
36 | Wondering What to Actually Do During Bible Study? A Peek Inside My Morning Routine
Have you ever wondered what someone actually does during their morning Bible study time?
Do you feel unsure about what to read, how much to read, or what to do after you finish reading a passage?
Are you looking for ideas to help shape a morning routine that works for your season of life?
In this episode, I'm sharing what my personal Bible study routine looks like so you can gather ideas, build co
35 | Is Your Unpredictable Schedule Killing Your Consistency? Create a Flexible Morning Routine That Works
Have you ever wondered if you can really have a consistent Bible study routine when your schedule is unpredictable?
In this episode, I'm sharing three practical morning routine tips for moms with an irregular work schedule so you can stay consistent in your time with God—even when your mornings look different from day to day.
If you work shifts, have a part-time job with changing hours, or simply
34 | Don't Let Your Reward Undo Your Progress: Using Incentives to Build a Consistent Morning Quiet Time
Have you ever considered rewarding yourself for being consistent with your morning routine?
Could a simple incentive help you build momentum in your morning quiet time?
Or is it possible for a reward to accidentally distract you from the real goal?
In this episode, I'm sharing how to use rewards and incentives to build consistency in your morning routine so you can create lasting habits that help
33 | Summer Ruining Your Morning Routine? 3 Encouraging Reminders for Christian Moms
Has summer completely thrown off your morning routine? Are you struggling to stay consistent with your quiet time now that the kids are home and your schedule looks different? Wondering how to keep your momentum going when life feels less structured?
In this episode, I’m sharing 3 encouraging reminders for navigating your summer morning routine so you can stay connected to God without putting pres
32 | Afraid You’ll Lose Your Morning Routine Consistency When Traveling? Here’s What I Do
Have you ever worried that a vacation or weekend trip might completely derail your morning routine?
Do you struggle to stay consistent with your morning quiet time when you're away from home?
Wondering how to keep spending time with God when your normal schedule and environment are turned upside down?
In this episode, I'm sharing how I personally maintain my morning routine while traveling so you
31 | Struggling to Stay Consistent? The Secret Might Be How You're Motivated
Have you ever wondered why some moms can stay consistent with a morning routine on their own while others need accountability to stay on track?
Do you find yourself starting strong with your quiet time, only to lose momentum a few weeks later?
Understanding how you're motivated could be the missing piece in creating consistent morning habits that actually last.
In this episode, I’m sharing how und
30 | The Messy Middle of Your Morning Routine: What to Do When Growth Doesn't Feel Like Growth
Have you ever wondered if your morning routine is actually making a difference?
Do you feel like you've been consistently spending time with God, but you're not seeing any real growth or change?
Have you ever been tempted to quit because it feels like nothing is happening?
In this episode, I'm sharing encouragement for the woman who finds herself in the messy middle of her morning routine so you c
29 | Don't Have Time for Your Full Morning Routine? | Why You Need an Anchor Routine to Stay Consistent
Do you skip your morning routine when you don't have enough time to do the whole thing?
Have you ever felt like a rushed or chaotic morning ruined your plans to spend time with God?
What if you had a simple plan for those busy mornings instead of starting from scratch?
In this episode, I'm sharing how to create an anchor routine so you can stay consistent in your time with God, even when life does
28 | Not Sure What to Pray? Start with Scripture and Strengthen Your Prayer Life
Do you ever sit down to pray and struggle to find the right words?
Have you ever felt like you're praying the same things over and over again?
What if God's Word could help guide your prayers and deepen your time with Him?
In this episode, I'm sharing how I first discovered the practice of praying Scripture and why it has become such a meaningful part of my morning routine. I'll talk about a book
27 | Not Sure What to Do During Your Morning Routine? 8 Building Blocks for Meaningful Time with God
Do you feel like your morning routine needs to include everything to be effective?
Have you ever wondered what you're actually supposed to do during your quiet time with God?
Are you struggling to build consistent habits because you feel overwhelmed by all the options?
In this episode, I'm sharing the different components you can include in your morning routine so you can create a rhythm that fits
26 | Don’t Let One Late Night Affect Your Morning Routine - Tips for Maintaining Your Momentum
Has one late night ever completely thrown off your mom’s morning routine for days afterward? Do you struggle to stay motivated and consistent when life doesn’t go according to plan? Have you ever felt like one “off” morning meant you were failing at building consistent habits?
In this episode, I’m sharing how to stay consistent with your habits and morning routine even after late nights, unexpecte
25 | Dealing with Distractions - 3 Simple Shifts to Help You Refocus During Your Morning Quiet Time
Do you ever feel like your mind starts wandering the second you sit down for your morning quiet time?
Are distractions making it hard to stay focused during your time with God?
Have you started wondering if you’re “bad” at having a consistent quiet time because you can’t seem to concentrate?
In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple strategies for dealing with distractions during your morning quiet ti
24 | Want to Hear God More Clearly? The Power of a Consistent Quiet Time
Do you ever wonder if God is speaking to you… or if it’s just your own thoughts?
Have you ever wished you could recognize His voice more clearly in your everyday life?
Or maybe you’ve felt discouraged because your quiet time doesn’t seem “deep enough” to make a difference?
In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned about recognizing God’s voice through consistent time in His presence so you ca
23 | Why Starting Small Might Actually Increase Your Chances of Creating a Consistent Habit
Have you ever felt excited to start a morning routine… only to give up a few days later because it felt too overwhelming?
Do you feel like your quiet time “doesn’t count” unless you’re spending a full hour in Bible study and prayer?
What if starting smaller is actually the thing that will help you stay consistent?
In this episode, I’m sharing why starting small with your morning routine can actua
22 | Prayer Webs - How I Circle My Prayers During My Morning Prayer Time
In this episode, I’m sharing a more personal look into my own morning routine as I prepare to transition into a new prayer journal. As I reflected on what worked well in my current journal — and what didn’t — I realized that some of the prayer habits I hoped would stick never quite did (including the completely blank calendars at the front of my journal… oops!). But one simple tool I do want to ca
21 | Having Trouble Creating A Consistent Morning Routine Habit? Why Your Bedtime Routine Matters
Have you ever wondered why it feels so hard to stick to a consistent morning routine? The answer might actually begin with your evenings.
In this episode, we’re talking about simple bedtime routine habits for mom that can help you feel more rested, more prepared, and help you to be more consistent in your morning routine.
I’m sharing a few practical shifts that can support better sleep, create h
20 | Feeling Like Your Space Isn’t Good Enough? How I’ve Created a Morning Quiet Time Space That Works for Me
If you’ve been waiting to start a realistic morning routine because you don’t have the perfect quiet time space, this episode is for you.
Today, I’m sharing the very real evolution of my own morning quiet time space — from using a weight bench as a desk and an aerobic step as a chair to creating a simple little corner in our unfinished basement that helps me consistently spend time with the Lord.
19 | Dealing with Distractions: What to Do When Your Mental To-Do List Takes Over
If your mind feels noisy the moment you sit down for your morning quiet time, this episode is for you.
In this next episode of the “dealing with distractions” mini-series, we’re talking about what to do when your mental to-do list keeps stealing your focus and making it hard to settle into time with God. I’m sharing a few simple, practical ideas to help you stay consistent on those overwhelming mo
18 | Bible Study Feeling Overwhelming? The Simple Shift That Brought Peace Back to My Morning Routine
If you’ve ever sat down for your morning bible study and felt unsure where to start—or found yourself bouncing between plans, studies, and good intentions—you’re not alone.
In this episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at a season where my quiet time started to feel more overwhelming than peaceful. What began as a desire to stay consistent slowly turned into bible study overwhelm, and I ha
17 | Do You Need Simple Bible Notetaking Tips for Your Morning Bible Study? How to Reduce the Overwhelm and Keep It Simple
If you’ve ever sat down for your morning Bible study and felt unsure what to write—or overwhelmed by how to even start—this episode is for you.
Today we’re talking about simple, practical Bible notetaking tips that help you stay focused on what actually matters: understanding God’s Word and growing in your relationship with Him. This isn’t about having the most aesthetic pages or a perfect system—
16 | Less Pressure, More Prayer: What I’m Learning About Praying for My Kids
In today’s episode, I’m sharing a more personal look at what my morning prayer time has been looking like in this season—and how I’m learning to be more intentional about praying for my kids.
If you’ve ever wanted to pray more for your children but didn’t know where to start, felt too busy, or struggled to stay consistent, this episode will encourage you with a simple, doable approach you can star
15 | Dealing with Distractions - 3 Simple Solutions for When Your Kids Interrupt Your Morning Routine
If you’ve ever tried to protect your morning routine only to be met with unexpected interruptions, this episode is for you. Today, we’re kicking off a brand new mini-series all about navigating real-life disruptions with more intention and grace—starting with one of the most common challenges: kids waking up right in the middle of your quiet time.
We’re diving into everyday morning routine distrac
14 | Prayer Journaling Perfection - The Small Shift I Made That Released the Pressure and Helped Me Focus More on Connecting with God
If you’ve ever felt pressure to “do your quiet time right,” this episode is for you.
Today, I’m sharing a simple but powerful shift I made in my prayer journaling that completely changed the way I approach my morning prayer. For the longest time, I held myself to filling one full page every day—and I didn’t even realize how much that small rule was distracting me from what actually mattered: spend
13 | Routines 101 - Creating a Morning Routine that Works for You
If you’ve been wanting to build a morning routine but can’t seem to make it stick, you’re not alone—especially in the middle of real life and everything that comes with it.
In this episode, we’re talking about how to approach morning habits for mom in a way that feels simple, doable, and flexible. No pressure, no perfection—just a starting point that actually fits your season.
If your mornings hav
12 | Real Life vs. My Morning Routine: Finding God in the Chaos of Distractions
If you’ve ever felt like your morning routine keeps getting interrupted before it even begins…this episode is for you.
In today’s real-life conversation, I’m sharing what’s been going on behind the scenes lately and how a major disruption to my mornings has forced me to rethink what consistency actually looks like. If you’ve been struggling to stick with a routine, feeling discouraged when things
11 | Tired of Stopping and Starting? Using the Power of Momentum to Create Consistency with Your Morning Routine
If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly starting over with your morning routine, you’re not alone. One week you’re on track, feeling focused and productive—and the next, it all seems to fall apart.
In this episode, we’re diving into why building real consistency isn’t about having the perfect routine or more discipline. It’s about understanding what actually makes it easier to keep going—even w
10 | Feeling Stuck in Your Bible Study? This 1 Tool Will Help You to Go Deeper Without Taking More Time
If you’ve ever felt like your bible study time is a little… surface level, you’re not alone. Especially in a busy season of life, it’s easy to read quickly and move on without fully understanding what you’re reading.
In this episode, we’re talking about one simple tool that can completely transform your bible study —a Bible dictionary.
I’m sharing when to use a Bible dictionary, how to use it (it’
09 | Struggling to be Consistent in Your Morning Routine? 6 Things that May Be Killing Your Consistency
In this episode, we’re talking about something so many of us struggle with—consistency in our morning routine. You’ve probably had those moments where you felt motivated, made a plan, and told yourself this time will be different… only to find yourself falling back into old patterns a few days later.
If that sounds familiar, you are not alone—and more importantly, you’re not failing.
This episode
08 | What to Pray in Your Prayer Journal When You Don't Know What to Say
If you’ve ever sat down with your coffee in the quiet of the morning, opened your journal, and thought “I don’t even know what to pray,” this episode is for you.
As moms, we crave a peaceful start to the day—but between the mental load and everything waiting for us, even our best intentions for prayer journaling can feel hard to follow through on. The words don’t always come, and it’s easy to feel
07 | Feeling Disconnected? 3 Ways to Reconnect with God Despite the Chaos of Motherhood
Have you ever felt like you want to spend time with God, but the chaos of motherhood keeps getting in the way? Between early mornings, endless to-do lists, and the constant demands of caring for your family, it can be easy to feel spiritually disconnected.
In this episode, we’re talking about reconnecting with God in the middle of your busy mom life. If you’ve been craving a deeper connection with
06 | 4 Things I Do to Reduce Distractions During My Morning Quiet Time
Have you ever sat down for your morning quiet time, opened your Bible… and within seconds found yourself checking a notification, thinking about your to-do list, or getting pulled into another distraction?
You’re not alone. In a world full of notifications, busy schedules, and constant noise, staying focused during quiet time can be a real challenge.
In this episode, I’m sharing four simple things
05 | Lowering Your Expectations to Build Simple Bible Habits to Start Your Day with God
How many times have you had big plans to start reading and studying your bible everyday only to get derailed after only a few days? Has this ever happened to you? You see all the pretty Instagram bible studies and people with cute notes in their bibles and you think, “I want to do that”. So you set your alarm to wake up earlier and it works for a few days, maybe a week, but then you start hitting
04 | Prayer Journaling - How to Use a Prayer Journal to Create a Daily Prayer Habit
Have you been wanting to start a daily prayer habit but you just aren’t sure where to start? Find a spare notebook lying around your house (we all have them, it can be a half used old notebook from your kids) and a pen and get started today! It doesn’t have to be a fancy, aesthetic, Pinterest-worthy page with beautiful handwriting, God doesn’t care about that part. He is just waiting for you to sh
03 | Read the Bible in a Year Plans - Why I DON’T Do It and Whether You Should
Do you feel the pressure to read through the bible in a year? Have you started a bible reading plan just to fall off track and eventually just give up? Then this episode just might be for you! I’m giving you some guidelines to use when choosing a bible reading plan as well as some guidelines to use to help you choose a bible reading plan that you’ll actually stick to.
02 | Accountability - Why You Need It and Where To Find It So You Can Start Your Day with God
Are you struggling to stick to a bible reading plan? Have you tried multiple times to start a morning routine only to quickly get derailed? In this episode, I'm talking about one of the key pieces that helped me when I first starting creating a morning routine.
01 | My Morning Routine Journey - How I Created a Quiet Time Routine to Build a Relationship with God
Are you wanting to spend more time intention time with God this year? Have you tried before but couldn't stick with it? Many time we have the best intentions, but we just can't seem to make it work. Today I'm sharing a little bit about how I got started in creating my morning routine and a little bit about what we'll be talking about with this podcast.
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