Harder Knocks | Christian Living, Spiritual Growth, Homemaking & Fitness For Women
A place for women who are hungry to grow in Christ — not just know about Him.
Faith doesn’t clock out when you close your Bible. It shapes how you run your home, raise your children, feed your family, and care for your body. Here, none of it is separate. I’m glad you’re here — pull up a chair.
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Harder Knocks exists to help women grow in the knowledge of Christ, stand firm in their faith, and live that faith out — through the grace of Christ — in every room of the house, every season of life, and in every ordinary day.
Colossians 1:28
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Why Christians Really Read The Bible
When I became a Christian, God worked so powerfully in my life that all I wanted to do was read the Bible. Rather than seeing it as a way to connect with Jesus, many view it as an obligation or chore — and that’s a problem worth talking about.
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Easter: The Facts About the Resurrection
Everything about Easter seems to circle around the same things. But the facts about the resurrection change everything.
The Real Meaning of Matthew 6:33
Eleven years after first encountering Matthew 6:33, I finally understood what it truly means to “seek first the kingdom.”
When A Christian Hurts You
“How could they do that? They’re a Christian!” At some point, everyone asks this about a fellow believer.
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Milk & Solid Food
In Scripture, Paul distinguishes between milk — the basics of faith — and solid food, the deeper truths meant for those who are ready to grow. This free workbook is for women who are done with surface-level Christianity and are ready to take their faith seriously. It walks you through the biblical concept of milk vs. solid food, helps you honestly assess where you are spiritually, and gives you a clear path toward real maturity in Christ.
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Build a Home Worth Coming Back To
7 Surprising Things to Declutter That Are Stealing Your Peace
If you’re walking around your house feeling anxious and overwhelmed by all the stuff you see, it’s probably time to declutter. Start with the things that are quietly stealing your peace — and find the motivation to let go.
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The Heart of Homemaking: Why True Homemaking Begins in the Spirit, Not the Aesthetics
This message began as notes from a friend whose heart for biblical homemaking inspired me deeply.
Homemaking When You Are In A Season of Transition
Life is full of surprises, especially when you’ve surrendered yourself in reckless abandon to the will of God.
An Afternoon Musing on Christian Homemaking & Its Holy Call
While sitting outside, I pondered my beautiful life at home. Christian homemaking is a holy calling worth embracing.
Real Faith. Real Life. Rooted in Christ.
I’m Courtney — wife, mom, and creator of Harder Knocks.
I created this space to help women move beyond the basics of Christian living. I want to see women grow up into Christ, be transformed by Him, and walk faithfully with Jesus in the ordinary days of life. Here you’ll find discipleship tools, real encouragement for following Christ in every area of life, and a community for women who want to keep growing.
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Why Gym Modesty Isn’t About Clothing
Is gym modesty really about what women wear? This article unpacks the biblical meaning of modesty and explains why discipleship, humility, and heart transformation matter more than fabric.
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After 16 Days on Carnivore: What It Revealed
I tried the carnivore diet to fix my body, but it ended up confronting my flesh in ways I didn’t expect.
9 Nutrition Lies That Keep Women Stuck in Shame Cycles
Common nutrition lies that keep women stuck in shame cycles, emotional eating, and inconsistent habits.
5 Simple Homemade Freezer & Crockpot Meals (For Busy, Tired Women)
Eating well doesn’t fail because women don’t care. It usually fails because of decision fatigue and exhaustion.
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Motherhood With Purpose
Hobbies for Stay-at-Home Moms to Enrich Mind, Body, and Spirit
If you’re a stay-at-home mom wondering what to do with your time, let me help you. From reading and micro-learning to home workouts and prayer — here are hobby ideas you can start today to stop wasting time and start truly living.
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When Regret Hit 5 Years After My Tubal Ligation
A personal Christian reflection on motherhood regret after getting a tubal ligation — and how faith brought healing.
When Your Kids Ask Tough Questions: How to Guide Their Faith With Wisdom
Kids say the craziest things. When your kids ask tough questions, it can catch you completely off guard.
Motherhood Is a Ministry — But It’s Not Your Only One
“Motherhood is my ministry.” At first glance, this phrase sounds noble — but there’s more to the story.
“Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ.”
Colossians 1:28