Lies Moms Believe: Break Free from Homeschool Myths and Find Freedom in God’s Truth – Aby Rinella and Kristi Clover
In this powerful episode, hosts Aby Rinella and Kristi Cloverkick off 2026 by tackling the biggest lies homeschool moms believe—and replacing them with biblical truth and encouragement. Whether you feel “not enough,” struggle with guilt, or worry you’re failing your kids, this transparent conversation gives you tools to identify, confess, and overcome the enemy’s lies.
Ready to trade overwhelm for freedom and peace? Aby Rinella and Kristi Clover share real-life stories, practical tips, and scriptural truths to help you walk confidently in your homeschool journey.
✨ Topics Discussed:
· How to identify personal lies and emotional triggers
· Unpacking shame, people-pleasing, and the myth of “doing it all right”
· Why your child’s story is not a reflection of your worth
· Replacing worldly advice with Gospel-centered truth
Biblical Encouragement for the Hard Days
A free, printable Scripture-based guide to help homeschool moms identify common lies, replace them with biblical truth, and walk in confidence, peace, and freedom.
Homeschooling is a calling—but even a calling can feel heavy on hard days.
Truth Over Lies: A Homeschool Mom’s Cheat Sheet…
Comparison, guilt, fear, isolation, and perfectionism often sneak in quietly, leaving homeschool moms discouraged and doubting themselves. Truth for the Homeschool Mom's Heart was created to gently remind you of what God’s Word says when those thoughts start to take hold.
This free printable resource walks through some of the most common lies homeschool moms believe and replaces them—one by one—with clear, grace-filled biblical truth. Each section includes Scripture, encouragement grounded in God’s Word, and simple, practical action steps you can return to again and again.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, questioning your calling, or simply need a reset, this guide is designed to meet you where you are and point you back to Christ—not perfection.
Perfect for personal encouragement, prayer time, journaling, or sharing with a friend, Truth Over Lies is a reminder that:
You are called by God
You are equipped by Him
And you are never walking this journey alone
Print it, keep it close, and revisit it whenever fear, shame, or comparison try to creep in.
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