How to start your mornings with God (even if you’re not a morning person) with Tara Beth Leach
How to start your mornings with God (even if you’re not a morning person) with Tara Beth Leach  
Podcast: The Christian Parenting Podcast - Motherhood, Teaching kids about Jesus, Intentional parenting, Raising Christian kids
Published On: Tue Nov 04 2025
Description: If your mornings feel more like survival mode than sacred space, this week’s episode is for you.I’m joined by Tara Beth Leach, she's pastor, author, and mom, and we’re talking all about how to make mornings with God doable and deeply meaningful, even in the busiest seasons of parenting. Tara Beth shares how a personal valley led her to create a simple rhythm that invites God into the start of her day… and now she’s helping the rest of us do the same.Whether you’re up before the sun or waking to chaos and cartoons, there’s something here for you.Here’s a little of what we cover:A simple “G.R.E.A.T.” framework for mornings with God: Gratitude, Reflection, Exalt, Ask, and TrustWhy five intentional minutes can shift the tone of your whole dayHow to create spiritual connection as a family (yes, even with toddlers!)Ideas for inviting your spouse or teens into the rhythm with youMeet Tara Beth Leach:Tara Beth is a pastor, preacher, and author with a deep passion for helping people walk closely with Jesus in their real, everyday lives. Her newest book, The GREAT Morning Revolution, invites readers into a grace-filled rhythm of connection with God, no perfect routine or Instagram-worthy quiet time required.Because the way you begin the day can shape your family’s whole rhythm.(01:58) Transitioning to Morning Time with God(06:02) Becoming a Morning Person: A Personal Journey(14:59) Practical Morning Prayer for Parents with Littles(20:09) Creating a Morning Routine: The GREAT Framework(21:00) Transforming Morning Routines with God(32:55) The Impact of Morning Practices on Family DynamicsConnect with TaraWebsiteInstagramFacebookThe GREAT Morning RevolutionResources MentionedThe GREAT Morning RevolutionOperation Christmas ChildBishop's Block & Young Whit and the Shell Game Christian Parenting Christmas Gift GuideBiggest Story Holy Bible for KidsPrefer video? This episode is on YouTube!The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.orgOur Sponsors:* Check out IXL and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ixl.comPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy