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Mama Bear Prayers
Charity Rios
76 episodes
3 days ago
A podcast for Moms knee deep in diapers and dishes longing to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. Most episodes will be structured like a devotional, beginning with a personal story of motherhood, exploring a Biblical topic and then finishing with a time of personal reflection between the listener and Jesus along with a time of prayer.
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A podcast for Moms knee deep in diapers and dishes longing to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. Most episodes will be structured like a devotional, beginning with a personal story of motherhood, exploring a Biblical topic and then finishing with a time of personal reflection between the listener and Jesus along with a time of prayer.
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Mama Bear Prayers
The power of persevering prayer | Ep. 73 | Season 4

If you’ve been praying for your loved ones’ salvation and feel weary, this episode will reignite your faith to keep believing.

Important Links:

Connect with Charity at ⁠⁠⁠charityrios.com⁠⁠⁠

Mama Bear Prayers on⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠

Join the ⁠⁠⁠MamaBear Prayers Facebook Community⁠⁠⁠

Our Sponsor:  ⁠⁠⁠TheSharpening Arrows Podcast⁠⁠⁠

In this heartfelt episode, Charity Rios encourages moms to keep believing, keep interceding, and keep persevering in prayer—even when answers seem delayed. Drawing from Galatians 6:9, Charity reminds us not to grow weary in doing good, especially when it comes to praying for the salvation of loved ones.

You’ll hear a powerful prayer testimony from a mom who has witnessed remarkable victories through faith and intercession, showing that God’s timing is perfect and His promises are true. This conversation is filled with scripture-based encouragement, faith-building stories, and practical insight on how to strengthen your prayer life and hold onto hope in the waiting season.

Whether you’re feeling weary or just need a reminder that your prayers matter, this episode will reignite your faith to keep praying and trust God for miraculous outcomes.

📖 Featured Scripture

“Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9

✨ Key Takeaways

  • You’ve been persevering in prayer for years—your labor is not in vain.

  • Moms are mighty intercessors through prayer.

  • Testimonies fuel our prayers and renew our faith.

  • Persevering prayer can lead to miraculous outcomes.

  • Galatians 6:9 reminds us not to grow weary in doing good.

  • Doing good includes praying for others’ salvation.

  • The Lord is patient and desires all to come to repentance.

  • We are called to keep sowing gospel seeds.

  • Feeling weary in prayer is normal—but the promise of harvest remains.



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4 days ago
14 minutes 21 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Prayer for U.S. Government shut down and praise and prayer for Nigerian Christians | Ep. 72 | Season 4

In this episode of Kingdom Watch: current event prayer Charity Rios discusses the importance of prayer and intercession for current events, particularly focusing on the persecution of Christians in Nigeria and the ongoing government shutdown in the United States. She shares a praise report about the response from influential figures regarding the situation in Nigeria and emphasizes the need for continued prayer for unity and resolution in Congress to end the government shut down. The episode also highlights the role of community and support among mothers in prayer.

Important Links:

Connect with Charity at ⁠⁠charityrios.com⁠⁠

Mama Bear Prayers on⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠

Join the ⁠⁠MamaBear Prayers Facebook Community⁠Our Sponsor:  ⁠⁠TheSharpening Arrows Podcast⁠⁠

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1 week ago
10 minutes 43 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
When God Becomes Your Business Partner, Sarah's Business testimony | Ep. 71 | Season 4

In this heartfelt episode, Charity Rios shares powerful testimonies from Christian mothers learning to surrender their business challenges to God through prayer and faith. Hear how Sarah, a Christian health and fitness coach, discovered peace and breakthrough by trusting God with her business—and how resting in His promises brought unexpected blessings.

Together, we explore Psalm 127, reflect on God’s faithfulness, and discuss how meditating on Scripture can bring clarity, calm, and confidence. Whether you’re juggling motherhood, ministry, or entrepreneurship, this episode will remind you that your prayers matter, your work has purpose, and God delights in your surrender.

✨ Perfect for Christian moms seeking encouragement, spiritual growth, and community support in their faith and business journey.

Connect with Sarah Martin Health and Fitness Coach here.

Important Links:

Connect with Charity at ⁠⁠charityrios.com⁠⁠

Mama Bear Prayers on⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠

Join the ⁠⁠MamaBear Prayers Facebook Community⁠⁠

Our Sponsor:  ⁠⁠TheSharpening Arrows Podcast⁠⁠

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1 week ago
19 minutes 45 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Praying Through the Storm: Standing with Jamaica After the Hurricane | Ep. 70 | Season 4

In this heartfelt episode, we discuss the recent hurricane that devastated Jamaica, leaving communities shattered, families displaced, and the death toll continuing to rise. Many remain stranded, waiting for rescue and relief.

Give towards helping the hurricane victims

Samaritans Purse

Acts of Mercy

Do you have a testimony about the power of prayer you would be willing to have read on the podcast?  Sendme an email with your prayer testimony! Put the word “TESTIMONY” in the subject line and send toclaritywithcharity@gmail.com

Important Links:

Connect with Charity at charityrios.com

Mama Bear Prayers on Instagram

Join the Mama Bear PrayersFacebook Community

Our Sponsor:  TheSharpening Arrows Podcast

As Christian moms, we know that prayer changes things—especially when disaster strikes. Join us as we explore the humanitarian response, recovery efforts, and how we can lift our voices in prayer for those suffering. Discover practical ways to pray strategically for natural disaster victims, support recovery efforts, and teach your children compassion and faith during global crises.

Together, we’ll stand in faith, believing that God’s mercy and hope will bring restoration to the people of Jamaica. 🌍🙏

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2 weeks ago
11 minutes 3 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Faith in the Fire: A Mother’s Testimony of Prayer and Perseverance in a crises pregnancy | Ep. 70 | Season 4

In this faith-filled episode, Christian mom and host Charity Rios shares a powerful testimony of prayer, hope, and persistence in motherhood — featuring Amy Crow’s story of overcoming a crisis pregnancy through faith and community support.

Connect with Amy (today's testimony)

  • Website: https://www.amybcrowe.com
  • YouTube: YouTube: youtube.com/@amybcrowe1
  • Instagram: Instagram: instagram.com/amybcrowe1
  • Facebook: facebook.com/amy.b.crowe
  • Book: Book: Grace-Filled Motherhood
  • Workbook: Workbook: Grace-Filled Motherhood Workbook

Important Links:

Connect with Charity at charityrios.com

Mama Bear Prayers on Instagram

Join the Mama Bear PrayersFacebook Community

Our Sponsor:  TheSharpening Arrows Podcast

Together, Charity and Amy reveal how prayer becomes a lifeline for moms facing uncertainty — proving that when we persist in prayer, God moves in miraculous ways. Through heartfelt stories, scripture-based encouragement, and practical insights, this episode invites Christian mothers to keep believing for breakthroughs, no matter how hopeless things may seem.

Whether you’re walking through sleepless nights, parenting challenges, or your own crisis moment, this conversation will reignite your hope, strengthen your faith, and remind you that God hears every prayer of a mother’s heart. The episode concludes with a moving prayer for moms facing challenges and a call to share your own testimony of how prayer has shaped your journey.


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2 weeks ago
16 minutes 24 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Praying for the Nigerian persecuted church | Ep. 69 | Season 4

In this episode, Charity Rios addresses the severe persecution faced by Christians in Nigeria, particularly at the hands of extremist groups like Boko Haram. She emphasizes the importance of prayer and solidarity with the persecuted church, encouraging listeners to intercede for their safety and strength. The episode also highlights the role of mothers in prayer and the power of collective faith in times of crisis, and praying for a revival in Nigeria.


Important Links:

Connect with Charity at ⁠⁠charityrios.com⁠⁠

Mama Bear Prayers on⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠

Join the ⁠⁠MamaBear Prayers Facebook Community⁠⁠

Our Sponsor:  ⁠⁠TheSharpening Arrows Podcast⁠⁠


Takeaways

The persecution of Christians in Nigeria is severe and ongoing.

Many Christians live in fear of attacks from extremist groups.

The prayers of mothers in Nigeria are powerful and significant.

We are part of a global church that supports each other.

Prayer is a vital tool for intercession and support.

Revival can emerge from the suffering of believers.

The importance of praying for the protection of Christians.

Mothers can influence world events through prayer.

Encouragement is needed for those feeling helpless.

The podcast aims to inspire and mobilize prayer efforts.


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Persecuted Church in Nigeria

04:44 The Reality of Persecution and Prayer

09:43 Praying for Strength and Revival

13:37 Encouragement and Call to Action


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3 weeks ago
14 minutes 21 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Finances tight? A Testimony of Provision, Healing & Faith | Ep. 68 | Season 4

Are you a Christian mama longing for deeper faith, powerful prayer, and real stories of God's provision? This episode will speak right to your heart.

Connect with Brooke,( who shared her prayer testimonytoday.)

Brooke Turbyfill, collaborative author of "The Courage to Raise: Stories of Parenting Children with Special Needs," is amanuscript line editor who writes about culture and belonging, mental health and education for children, parents, and teachers. When she's not editing or writing, she's reading, drinking coffee or walking the northwestern Georgiahills with her husband, two teens, and a finicky Red-boned Coon Hound named Hope.

Brooke’s Book:  "The Courage to Raise:Stories of Parenting Children with Special Needs"

Brooke’s Website: brooketurbyfill.com

Brooke’s Substack:  https://brooketurbyfill.substack.com/

Important Links:

Connect with Charity at charityrios.com

Mama Bear Prayers on Instagram

Join the Mama Bear PrayersFacebook Community

Our Sponsor:  TheSharpening Arrows Podcast

Episode Summary:

In this heart-stirring episode, Charity Rios sits down to share an encouraging testimony of faith and provision through the story of Brooke’s prayer journey. This episode dives deep into the beauty of calling God "Abba Father," the healing found in forgiveness, and the joy of praying with specific, childlike faith.

If you're a Christian mama longing for deeper connection with God, this episode will stir your heart. You'll walk away reminded that God sees you, hears your prayers—both big and small—and delights in answering them. From motherhood struggles to moments of divine surprise, this conversation will lift your spirit and reignite your hope.

Whether you're folding laundry, driving to school pickup, or sneaking in a quiet moment with Jesus—this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:

  • 💛 God’s provision is real—even in the most uncertain seasons.

  • 🙏 Prayer isn’t a chore; it’s a joyful, expectant journey with your Heavenly Father.

  • 🌿 Calling God “Abba” reminds us of His deep, personal love for us as daughters.

  • 🕊️ Healing begins with forgiveness, especially in our father wounds.

  • 💡 Delighting in the Lord shapes our desires to align with His heart.

  • 📖 Testimonies are powerful—they build faith and remind us God is always at work.

  • 💬 God loves when we pray specifically—He cares about the details!

  • 🌸 There’s beauty in slowing down and listening for God’s voice in your everyday mom life.


    🎧 Listen now and be encouraged in your prayer life, your motherhood, and your faith.

    📌 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share with a fellow mama who needs this reminder: God is still writing beautiful stories.

    #ChristianMom #PrayerLife #FaithJourney #AbbaFather #Testimony #MotherhoodEncouragement #GodsProvision #HealingInJesus #Forgiveness #ChristianPodcast

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3 weeks ago
33 minutes 23 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Peace Declared, Battles Remain: Israel, Ukraine & Charlie Kirk| Ep. 67 | Season 4

Christian moms, in this powerful episode of Mama BearPrayers, Charity Rios unpacks how prayer, faith, and the freedom we have inChrist can bring real healing—especially as we process the Israel-Hamas peacedeal and reflect on the legacy of Charlie Kirk.

Important Links:

Connect with Charity at ⁠⁠charityrios.com⁠⁠

Mama Bear Prayers on⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠

Join the ⁠⁠MamaBear Prayers Facebook Community⁠⁠

Our Sponsor:  ⁠⁠TheSharpening Arrows Podcast⁠⁠

Chapters

00:00Celebrating a Historic Peace Deal

06:16Honoring Charlie Kirk's Legacy

11:29Praying for Freedom and Influence

📝 Episode Show Notes:

In this heartfelt episode of Mama Bear Prayers, host CharityRios offers a powerful reflection on faith, healing, and the current stateof our world. With a deep heart for Christian moms, Charity breaks downthe significance of the historic peace deal between Israel and Hamas,shares insight into Charlie Kirk’s legacy following his PresidentialMedal of Freedom, and leads listeners into a deeper understanding of prayeras a weapon for healing and peace.

✨ This episode is a call toprayer, courage, and Christ-centered living. Whether you’re navigating fear, grief, or simply trying to raise your kids in truth and freedom, thisconversation will encourage and equip you.

As Christian moms, we are spiritual warriors and safe havensfor our children. This episode equips you to pray boldly, lead with love, andcling to faith—no matter what headlines or heartaches come your way.

 

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1 month ago
15 minutes 49 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Infertility and Miscarriage: Finding Faith, Healing, and Hope in God's Promises | Ep.66 | Season 4

In this powerful episode of Mama Bear Prayers, host Charity Rios shares heartfelt testimonies of healing and hope from women who have experienced miscarriage, infertility, and longing for children.

Through the moving story of Kristen, we explore how faith, prayer, and community can bring peace and purpose in the middle of deep pain. Charity reflects on biblical stories of barren women—like Hannah—and unpacks how God’s promises are still true today.

Whether you're walking through loss, longing for a child, or embracing your role as a spiritual mother, this episode will encourage you to cling to hope, press into prayer, and trust God's faithfulness.

Important Links:Our Sponsor: ⁠TheSharpening Arrows podcast⁠

Connect with Charity at ⁠charityrios.com⁠

Join the Mama Bear Prayers community on Facebook

Mama Bear Prayers on ⁠Instagram⁠

🧭 Episode Highlights:

  • [00:01:30] Kristen’s testimony of loss and healing

  • [00:07:45] Why community matters in seasons of grief

  • [00:11:10] The spiritual role of motherhood beyond biology

  • [00:15:25] Biblical encouragement from the story of Hannah

  • [00:18:00] Praying God’s promises over barren places

  • [00:21:50] A declaration of life and hope in Jesus

📖 Scriptures Mentioned:

  • 1 Samuel 1 – The story of Hannah

  • Psalm 113:9 – “He settles the childless woman in her home as a happy mother of children.”

❤️ Takeaways:

  • Testimonies of healing inspire and build faith in others.

  • Persistent prayer leads to breakthrough, even in barren seasons.

  • God’s promises are a source of strength in suffering.

  • Every woman has a calling to mother—biologically or spiritually.

  • Community and shared faith are vital in seasons of waiting and loss.

  • Miracles happen when we trust God in the unknown.

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1 month ago
20 minutes 57 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Why the Church Must Value Children: Dreams, Motherhood, and Kingdom Vision | Ep. 65 | Season 4

📌 Episode Summary:

In this powerful episode of Kingdom Watch, host Charity Rios unpacks a prophetic dream that speaks directly to the state of the church, motherhood, and the spiritual role of children in today’s culture. Through the lens of spiritual dreams, Charity explores how God might be calling the church to revalue children and families in the midst of rising cultural opposition.

This episode encourages Christian moms to see their sacrifices in parenting not as burdens, but as eternal investments in the Kingdom of God. You’ll hear honest reflections on the cost of parenthood, how culture is devaluing children, and how we as a community of believers can restore the importance of motherhood, worship, and family in the church.

Whether you’re navigating the chaos of motherhood, seeking spiritual guidance, or longing to see your church family support children more fully, this episode offers truth, hope, and prayerful encouragement.

💡 Key Takeaways:

  • Dreams can be a powerful way God speaks, especially about the church and parenting.

  • The bride in the dream represents the Church, with a call to care deeply for children.

  • Today’s culture devalues children and motherhood, but the Church must respond differently.

  • Children are essential to the future of the Church and the Kingdom of God.

  • Motherhood is not a detour — it’s a divine calling and long-term Kingdom investment.

  • We must make space for children in worship, rather than push them aside.

  • Community support and prayer are crucial for moms feeling overwhelmed.

  • The Church must boldly advocate for life, family, and spiritual guidance.

    🙏 Prayer & Encouragement:

    Charity closes the episode with a heartfelt prayer for strength, wisdom, and vision for mothers who feel weary. You are not alone — God sees your sacrifice, and your role in the Kingdom is essential.

    💬 Connect:

    💛 Know a Christian mom who needs this word? Share this episode with her.
    📬 Want more encouragement? Subscribe and leave a review to help other Christian moms discover the show.
    📲 Follow us on Instagram: @mamabearprayers for more insights, prayers, and community.


    Christian motherhood, spiritual dreams, prophetic dream, church and children, biblical parenting, Kingdom family, faith and motherhood, Christian mom encouragement, children in worship, motherhood and church, Charity Rios, parenting and faith, valuing life, Christian community for moms, motherhood as ministry


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1 month ago
27 minutes 23 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Motherhood Meets Spiritual Warfare: Stories of Faith & Breakthrough | Ep. 64 | Season 4

This episode encourages Christian moms to deepen their faith and navigate the challenges of motherhood through powerful testimonies, prayer, and the Armor of God.

📝 SHOW NOTES:

Are you a Christian mom longing to grow in faith and navigate motherhood with confidence, prayer, and spiritual strength? In this powerful episode, Charity Rios shares inspiring testimonies from moms who have faced intense parenting struggles—and how God met them in their battle.

💬 Hear the story of Danielle, a mother who experienced breakthrough with her child’s severe behavioral issues—not through worldly advice, but by putting on the Armor of God and going to war in prayer.

🔗 Join our community of faith-filled moms for weekly encouragement, testimonies, and resources: Mama Bear Prayers Facebook Group

Our Sponsor: ⁠TheSharpening Arrows podcast⁠

Connect with Charity at ⁠charityrios.com⁠

Mama Bear Prayers on ⁠Instagram⁠


This episode will equip you with:
✨ Biblical encouragement for spiritual warfare in motherhood
✨ Real-life testimonies that ignite faith and fuel your prayer life
✨ A reminder that you are not alone—God has empowered you to stand firm
✨ Why it’s vital to seek God before Googling parenting advice
✨ How to become a bold, discerning, and prayerful intercessor for your children

👩‍👧‍👦 Whether you’re in the thick of tantrums or navigating teenage trials, this conversation will uplift your spirit and remind you of the divine strength available to every Christian mom.

🛡️ You are not just a mother—you are a spiritual warrior.
Let’s rise up, put on the full Armor of God, and pray with bold faith.

🔗 Join our community of faith-filled moms for weekly encouragement, testimonies, and resources:

🙏 Scripture Reference:
“They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony.” – Revelation 12:11

🎧 Listen now and share with a mom who needs a reminder: she is not fighting alone.

#ChristianMomPodcast #FaithFilledParenting #ArmorOfGod #SpiritualWarfare #TestimoniesOfFaith #PrayerWarriorMom #MotherhoodInChrist #EncouragementForMoms

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1 month ago
21 minutes 45 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
I had a dream about Erika Kirk | Ep. 63 | Season 4

What if your prayers could shift spiritual battles, bring peace in grief, and support leaders like Erika Kirk in their hardest moments? This episode reveals how God uses moms in powerful ways—even through dreams.

In this powerful and timely episode, Charity Rios shares a Spirit-led conversation on the role of Christian moms in prayer, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the urgent need for compassion and church support in times of grief.

Charity recounts a vivid dream involving Erika Kirk, highlighting the call to intercede for those enduring personal loss, especially widows and grieving families in the public eye. As a mother, you are not just nurturing a family—you are also engaging in spiritual battle, covering your home, community, and even national influencers like Charlie and Erika Kirk in prayer.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by current events, grief in your own life, or the weight of motherhood, this episode brings clarity, peace, and a faith-based action plan.

Important Links:

Our Sponsor: ⁠TheSharpening Arrows podcast⁠

Connect with Charity at ⁠charityrios.com⁠

Mama Bear Prayers on ⁠Instagram⁠

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why moms are powerful intercessors in times of spiritual warfare

  • How God can speak through dreams to inspire prayer and compassion

  • The role of the church in supporting grieving women and families

  • A call to stop judgment and offer grace and encouragement

  • Why prayer is more than words—it's spiritual strategy

  • How to find peace by focusing on the next step God gives you

  • The urgency of praying for Christian leaders and families like Erika Kirk

  • How to be a source of encouragement and light in your church community


Christian motherhood, spiritual warfare, power of prayer, Erika Kirk, Charlie Kirk, Christian moms and grief, God speaks through dreams, church support in grief, compassion in suffering, prayer and peace, Christian current events, moms in ministry, overcoming through prayer

📖 Scripture Reminders:

  • “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” – James 5:16

  • “We wrestle not against flesh and blood…” – Ephesians 6:12

  • “Mourn with those who mourn.” – Romans 12:15

  • “Peace I leave with you…” – John 14:27

    🙏 A Prayer for You:

Charity closes with a heartfelt prayer for mothers navigating spiritual battles, praying for divine peace, clarity, and encouragement to stand strong in your faith and intercession.

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1 month ago
19 minutes 51 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Does Prayer Really Work? Miracles & Healing Stories for Christian Moms | Ep. 62 | Season 4

In this episode, Christian mom and faith leader Charity Rios shares powerful testimonies of healing, prayer, and encouragement for moms growing in their Christian faith.

In this deeply encouraging episode, Charity Rios joins us to share powerful testimonies of healing, breakthrough, and the transforming power of prayer. Designed especially for Christian moms longing to grow deeper in their walk with Jesus, this episode will fill your heart with hope, truth, and spiritual strength.

We dive into miraculous stories of faith, including one woman’s testimony of her husband's healing through persistent, faith-filled prayer. Charity shares biblical wisdom on what it means to wait on the Lord, how to remain anchored in scripture during trials, and the importance of surrounding yourself with a faith-filled community.

Whether you're in a season of waiting, battling anxiety, or just longing for a fresh touch from God, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and God is always working behind the scenes.

Important Links:

Our Sponsor: ⁠TheSharpening Arrows podcast⁠

Connect with Charity at ⁠charityrios.com⁠

Mama Bear Prayers on ⁠Instagram⁠

✨ Episode Highlights:

  • A miraculous healing story that will stir your faith 🙌

  • Why prayer is powerful—especially in community

  • How to find peace in seasons of waiting and uncertainty

  • Scripture-based encouragement for Christian moms

  • The difference between passive waiting and active, hopeful faith

  • The role of obedience and how it unlocks God’s blessings

  • Why testimonies are a key to spiritual growth and encouragement📖 Key Takeaways for Christian Moms:

  • “We overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony.” – Revelation 12:11

  • Prayer isn’t a last resort—it’s our first line of defense.

  • When we wait on God, we are binding ourselves to His strength.

  • Community and vulnerability bring healing and hope.

  • God uses the waiting to refine us and draw us closer to Him.

  • You don’t have to do this alone—God sees you, hears you, and is with you.

    🙏 A Special Prayer for YouCharity closes the episode with a heartfelt prayer for moms in seasons of waiting—praying for renewed strength, deeper faith, and the peace of Christ to fill every anxious heart.


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1 month ago
15 minutes 8 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Praying for Revival after the Charlie Kirk Memorial | Ep. 61 | Season 4

Are you a Christian mom who feels called to pray boldly in today’s chaotic world? In this episode of Kingdom Watch, Charity Rios unpacks the powerful gospel moments from the Charlie Kirk Memorial and invites you into a deeper place of prayer, revival, and purpose.

🔥 What You'll Learn:

  • Why the Charlie Kirk Memorial was a key moment for the Church and the nation

  • How prayer and revival are connected in times of national reflection

  • The urgency of the gospel in today's cultural and political climate

  • How forgiveness transforms our hearts and communities

  • Practical encouragement for moms raising children in a world full of distractions

  • The importance of discipleship and spiritual accountability in daily life


🙏 Calling All Christian Moms:

Are you a mom who:

✅ Feels burdened by what’s happening in the world?
✅ Desires to pray more deeply for your family, your church, and your country?
✅ Longs for revival and gospel transformation in your home and beyond?
✅ Wants to be spiritually awake and lead your children in truth?

This episode is for YOU. Let’s gather as mothers, intercessors, and Kingdom-minded women to pray for our families and our nation. 🕊️


Important Links:

Our Sponsor: The Sharpening Arrows podcast

Connect with Charity at charityrios.com

Mama Bear Prayers on Instagram

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1 month ago
13 minutes 10 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Praying after Tragedy: the murder of Charlie Kirk| Bonus episode | Ep. 60 | Season 4

Join special guest host, Victor Joecks of the Sharpening Arrows podcast as he leads us in a time of prayer following the tragic passing of Charlie Kirk.

Important Links:

Connect with Victor at: TheSharpening Arrows podcast⁠

Connect with Charity at ⁠charityrios.com⁠

Mama Bear Prayers on ⁠Instagram⁠

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1 month ago
24 minutes 19 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
God Still Moves: Tabby’s Story of Miraculous Motherhood | Ep. 59 | Season 4 | Season 4

In this kickoff to Season 4 of Mama Bear Prayers, Charity Rios shares a powerful testimony of breakthrough in motherhood and encourages Christian moms to persevere in prayer, build community, and grow their faith through real-life stories of God’s faithfulness.

Charity share a miraculous story of a listener, Tabby, who was walking through infertility and seeking adoption and how prayer, prayer from the body of Christ and God speaking through dreams brought about a miracle in her motherhood journey.Charity unpacks key truths about perseverance, the importance of faith-filled community, and how we as mama bears are called to pray boldly, even when the answers don’t come how we expect. She encourages every listener to reflect on their own faith journey, and to share their testimonies as a way to build up the body of Christ.

“We conquer by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony.” – Revelation 12:11

Whether you’re in a season of waiting, fighting spiritual battles, or longing for encouragement, this episode is a faith-builder you don’t want to miss.

Important Links:

Share your Prayer Testimony Here!

Listen to Tabby's podcast: I Still Do

Our Sponsor: The Sharpening Arrows Podcast

Connect with Charity at charityrios.com

Mama Bear Prayers on Instagram

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1 month ago
19 minutes 10 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Is Prayer Passive or Powerful? Real Talk on Miracles, Healing & Faith | Ep. 58 | Season 3

Moms, want a deeper connection with God and a stronger prayer life? In this episode, Charity Rios shares powerful testimonies and biblical truths to encourage your faith—especially in the chaos of parenting.

Important Links:

Share your testimony about the power of prayer HERE!

Our Sponsor: The Sharpening Arrows podcast

Connect with Charity at charityrios.com

Mama Bear Prayers on Instagram


Show Summary:

Charity reminds us that miracles don’t just happen overseas or on mission trips—they happen right in our homes, through everyday believers like you. With the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, you are invited to boldly pray, trust, and share your story with others.

Whether you're praying for healing, guidance in parenting, or spiritual breakthrough, this episode is a heart-to-heart reminder that your prayers matter and that God is still working miracles today.

✨ What You'll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why prayer is powerful and how it can lead to real miracles

  • How sharing your testimony can strengthen your faith and inspire others

  • The role of the Holy Spirit in empowering moms for spiritual growth

  • Why your authority in Christ matters when praying for healing or breakthrough

  • How to persist in prayer during discouraging seasons of motherhood

  • Encouragement for moms to expect and recognize everyday miracles

  • How prayer impacts your parenting and personal challenges

  • Practical ways to cultivate a lifestyle of faith and Christian community

    🙌 Takeaways for Moms:

  • Prayer is essential in both your parenting journey and your personal growth.

  • You don’t need to be a pastor or missionary to witness miracles—God can use YOU.

  • Your testimonies have the power to build up your family and your faith community.

  • The Holy Spirit empowers you to lead, love, and pray with boldness.

  • Even when you feel tired or discouraged, keep praying—God is still moving.

    👩‍👧‍👦 For Moms Who Want More:

    If you're ready to see God move powerfully in your everyday life as a mom, this episode will equip and encourage you to trust, pray, and step into your spiritual authority. You're not alone on this journey—tune in and grow your faith, one prayer at a time.

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2 months ago
32 minutes 39 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Crying out for Justice: A Mother’s Intercession for Peace and Justice| Ep. 58 | Season 3

For the mama heart burdened by war and conflict, this episode invites you into intercession—for peace, justice, and God’s mercy over Ukraine/Russia and Israel/Hamas conflicts.💬 Episode Summary:

In this heartfelt episode, Charity Rios opens up about the emotional weight of praying through global conflict. As a mom, intercessor, and woman of faith, Charity shares how the ongoing wars in Russia and Ukraine, and Israel and Hamas, have impacted her prayer life—and how she has learned to persist in crying out to God even when hope feels distant.

Through raw vulnerability and powerful truth, she invites listeners—especially mothers who feel called to intercede—to stand in the gap through faith-filled, Spirit-led prayer. Together, we ask for supernatural solutions, lasting peace, and divine justice in these troubled regions.

This episode includes a moving, on-air prayer and a passionate call to join the community of moms praying boldly and relentlessly for God’s justice to reign.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

  • 🙏 Persistent prayer matters, even when we feel discouraged or weary.

  • 🌍 Pray specifically for an end to the wars in Russia/Ukraine and Israel/Gaza.

  • 💔 Charity shares how emotional fatigue in intercession is real—but not the end of the story.

  • ✝️ We call on Jesus to bring justice and supernatural strategies to leaders and nations.

  • 🦁 As moms, we are not powerless—our roar in prayer is powerful and needed.

  • 🕊️ This is a call to stand together in faith for peace, healing, and divine intervention.

    👩‍👧‍👦 A Word to the Praying Mom:You may feel like your prayers are small, but heaven hears every word. This is your invitation to press in—to intercede for global peace, to pray justice over the innocent, and to partner with God in the unseen realm for powerful change.

Let’s cry out as mothers. Let’s pray as warriors. Let’s believe for miracles.

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📝 Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your spirit!
📲 Share this with another mama who’s passionate about praying over world events.
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Connect with Charity at charityrios.com or @MamaBearPrayers


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2 months ago
8 minutes 51 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Practicing the Presence of God: Finding Peace in Pressure with Brother Lawrence’s Wisdom | Ep. 57 | Season 3

Discover how Brother Lawrence’s practice of God’s presence can transform your pressure into peace—especially in the chaos of motherhood and everyday life.

In this episode, host Charity Rios explores the timeless wisdom of Brother Lawrence, a humble 17th-century monk whose life of quiet faith left a powerful spiritual legacy. Best known for his practice of the presence of God, Brother Lawrence reminds us that deep joy, peace, and spiritual growth can be found not in grand moments—but in the everyday rhythms of life.

Through heartfelt reflection and prayerful encouragement, Charity invites listeners—especially mothers navigating the pressures of life—to consider how surrendering control to God opens the door to transformation. Whether you're folding laundry or facing emotional overwhelm, this episode offers hope: God’s presence is available in every moment, especially the hard ones.

If you’re longing to find faith, peace, and purpose in the midst of the pressure, this episode will speak directly to your heart.

💡 Episode Takeaways:

  • Brother Lawrence’s life reveals how joy and peace are possible in simplicity.

  • Practicing the presence of God isn’t complicated—it can happen during dishes or diaper changes.

  • True holiness is found in the ordinary when done with love and intention.

  • Surrender isn’t weakness—it’s the starting point of strength and spiritual connection.

  • God uses pressure and brokenness to shape us, like a Master Potter with clay.

  • Prayer is more than words—it’s a continual awareness of God’s nearness.

  • Mothers especially need reminders of God’s encouragement and sustaining presence.

  • You are not alone—God is with you, right in the middle of your everyday mess.

Important Info:

Our sponsor for the show is the Sharpening Arrows podcast. Training teens and parents to think Biblically about life and politics.

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2 months ago
18 minutes 8 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
Back-to-School Burnout: How Moms Can Find Rest, Strength & Faith in the Chaos | Ep. 56 | Season 3

✨ Episode Summary:

In this timely episode of Kingdom Watch, Charity Rios dives deep into the real-life challenges of parenting during the back-to-school season. From mounting financial strain and stress management to the emotional toll of juggling endless responsibilities, this conversation is a breath of fresh air for overwhelmed mothers. Charity gently reminds us that while motherhood can feel exhausting, Jesus offers rest, peace, and strength. Through powerful prayer, scripture reflection, and faith-centered encouragement, this episode equips parents to lean into community, trust God’s provision, and find emotional support in the midst of chaos.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How to manage stress and burnout during the school year

  • Encouragement for moms facing financial pressure

  • Biblical truths to help you stay grounded in faith

  • How prayer can become your greatest parenting tool

  • How to find rest in God when you're feeling overwhelmed

  • Powerful reminders that you are not alone

📌 Connect with Charity:

Visit CharityRios.com | Follow @MamaBearPrayers on Instagram
Subscribe, rate, and share if this episode blesses you!

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2 months ago
15 minutes 23 seconds

Mama Bear Prayers
A podcast for Moms knee deep in diapers and dishes longing to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. Most episodes will be structured like a devotional, beginning with a personal story of motherhood, exploring a Biblical topic and then finishing with a time of personal reflection between the listener and Jesus along with a time of prayer.