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Pasture Raised vs Grocery Store Chicken: Industrial Farming Truth, Pesticides, Nutrient Loss & BIG News on Our Meat Bird Class

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Is grocery store meat actually harming your health? In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth about industrial farming, pesticides, herbicides, nutrient loss in modern food, and what’s really happening inside commercial poultry, beef, pork, and egg production. We’re talking CAFO systems, omega-3 vs omega-6 imbalance, declining soil nutrients, pesticide residue reality, and why today’s meat and vegetables are not what they were 50 years ago. If you’ve ever questioned what’s in your chicken, why egg yolks look pale, or why food feels less nourishing than it used to, this episode will open your eyes in a fact-based, faith-rooted way.
But this isn’t fear-based — it’s stewardship-based. We’re also sharing how you can step away from the industrial food system, raise pasture raised chickens at home, and reclaim your family’s food the way God intended. And BIG news: our Lost Sheep Farm Pasture Poultry Program waitlist is now open! If you’re ready to raise your own meat birds with step-by-step guidance (including live 1-on-1 support on butcher day), this is your sign to take action. Let’s return to real food, real nutrients, and real biblical stewardship — together.
– Tori Gass

Christian Homesteading 101: Build a God-Centered Foundation So You Don’t Burn Out

Are you juggling faith, family, chickens, gardens, chores, and daily life — and already feeling exhausted before you even begin?
You are not alone — and friend, there is a better way.
Homesteading isn’t just about what you do… it’s about why you do it and who your foundation is built on.
In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, we go deep on what it means to build a God-centered homestead foundation — a foundation that will sustain you through burnout, mistakes, loss, and unexpected storms.
Inside this episode we explore:
✔️ Why a biblical foundation matters more than productivity✔️ How stewardship of your land and animals is obedience to God✔️ Why homesteading should be a family discipleship journey✔️ The peace that comes when your work is first surrendered in prayer✔️ How God carried us through starting over after the flood — and why “BUT GOD” changes everything✔️ Why seeking knowledge for the Kingdom matters as much as farming know-how
If you’re a Christian mom, beginner homesteader, or faith-led farm dreamer, this episode will encourage you to stop striving in your own strength and start building your life and homestead on the Rock — so when the storms come, you will stand.
Chickens and gardens are seasonal…But a heavenly foundation lasts forever.
🚨 READY FOR GUIDANCE? START HERE 🚨If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or unsure how to start your homestead without losing your peace… you don’t have to do it alone.
📞 Book your 1-on-1 Homestead Strategy Consult:👉 https://lostsheepfarm.online/coaching
👩‍🌾 Join our free Facebook community — Homesteading as Christian Women:👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/4256448234630516/
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🌐 Visit our home base for resources, guides, and homestead support:👉 https://lostsheepfarm.online/
Seeking guidance isn’t a weakness — it’s biblical wisdom. Starting the right way with community and mentorship will save you time, money, stress, and unnecessary burnout.

Automate Your Homestead: The Best DIY Hacks to Make Running Your Farm EASY

🚨 FREE WORKSHOP REPLAY + FREE HOMESTEAD PLANNING TOOLS (LIMITED TIME!) 🚨You can still watch the FREE replay of our Live Plan Your Homestead Workshop and download the FREE workbook + FREE planning calendar to help you plan your spring garden, chickens, and homestead goals with clarity and confidence.
👉 Grab the FREE replay + workbook + calendar here:[PASTE WORKSHOP REPLAY LINK HERE]
I also linked our Amazon Storefront, which includes the exact products we actually use on our own homestead — straight from my personal ordering history (soil test kits, watering systems, chick supplies, and more).
🛒 Shop our real homestead essentials here:
Lost Sheep Farm Amazon Store Front https://www.amazon.com/shop/lostsheepfarm?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_XG53P8MSVK60Y4KGTSXR
⏰ These free bonuses and workshop add-ons are only available until next Monday, so don’t wait!
Automate Your Homestead: The Best DIY Hacks to Make Running Your Farm EASY
Do you ever feel like homesteading is just nonstop chores?Feed this, water that, collect eggs, clean the coop… and suddenly you’re living in a farm version of Cinderella.
In today’s episode, we’re talking about the best DIY automation hacks to make running your homestead simpler, more peaceful, and way less exhausting — from automatic watering systems to easy feeding setups, brooder routines, garden timers, and biblical rhythms that prevent burnout.
If you’re raising backyard chickens, starting a spring garden, or building a homestead as a busy mom, this episode will help you:
✔️ Automate daily chicken chores✔️ Simplify feeding and watering✔️ Prep for chicks without chaos✔️ Set up garden systems that save time✔️ Avoid burnout with biblical stewardship✔️ Stop guessing and start doing with confidence
God is not the author of confusion — He’s a God of peace, and your homestead can be peaceful too.
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Right now, my 1-on-1 Homestead Strategy Consults are discounted until next Monday, and Heavenly Homestead Academy is HALF OFF with payment plans available!
📞 Book your discounted consult here:Consult & Coaching Calls
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– Tori Gass

Spring Prep Panic? Here’s What to Do NOW for Gardens & Baby Chicks

🚨 FREE WORKSHOP REPLAY + TOOLS (LIMITED TIME) 🚨You can still watch the FREE replay of our Live Plan Your Homestead Workshop and download the FREE workbook + FREE planning calendar available at Homestead Academy Learn to Homestead with Confidence to help you map out your spring garden, chickens, and homestead plans with clarity. Just fill out the info and it will be sent straight to your inbox! I’ve also linked our Lost Sheep Farm's Amazon Page, which includes the exact products we actually use on our own homestead — straight from my real ordering history, including our soil test kits and spring prep essentials. 👉 Grab everything using the links in the description before they’re gone next Monday.
Spring is coming fast, and if you’re feeling behind, overwhelmed, or unsure what you should be doing right now for your garden and chickens — this episode is for you. We’re talking about what needs to happen before spring hits, including when to start seeds indoors based on your growing zone, how far you are from your last frost date, and why soil testing now can make or break your growing season. Guessing leads to wasted time and money — planning leads to results.
We’re also covering spring chicken prep, including what you should already have ready before ordering chicks, how to prepare your coop and brooder, and why preparation is good stewardship. Whether you’re starting your first garden, getting chicks this spring, or finally ready to stop wondering and start doing, this episode will help you take the next right step with confidence, guidance, and faith.
– Tori Gass
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It’s Freezing—Are My Chickens Going to Be OK? What You Need to Do RIGHT NOW

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Cold weather can make even experienced chicken keepers panic. If you’ve been asking “Will my chickens freeze?”, “Do chickens need heat in winter?”, or “Am I doing enough right now?” — you are not alone. Sudden drops in temperature trigger fear, confusion, and conflicting advice, especially for backyard chicken owners trying to do the right thing.
In this episode, we break down what actually matters for chickens in freezing weather and what you can stop stressing over. You’ll learn how chickens handle cold temperatures, what winter chicken behavior is normal, how to properly care for chickens in cold weather, and what to focus on right now to protect your flock. We’ll cover winter chicken care basics like coop ventilation, moisture control, wind protection, feeding in cold weather, frozen water prevention, and when cold weather becomes dangerous. We’ll also talk about why good planning and biblical stewardship bring peace — and how trusting what you’ve already prepared allows you to stop panicking when seasons change.
👉 IMPORTANT:If this episode resonates with you, I want to personally invite you to join me LIVE this Monday for my FREE Plan Your Homestead 2026 Workshop.
This 45-minute live workshop will help you:
Plan your homestead year with clarity instead of overwhelm
Decide what to plant, raise, and prioritize in 2026
Align your goals, budget, and capacity realistically
Walk away with a completed plan you can actually follow
📘 Your workbook + homestead planning calendar will be emailed to you the morning of the workshop, so you can follow along live and leave feeling accomplished — not scattered.
🎥 Replay will be sent, but the live giveaway is for attendees only.
👉 Save your seat now for the FREE workshop:https://predesigned-012-36718.gr-site.com/
If cold weather has you second-guessing everything, this workshop will help you slow down, trust your preparation, and move forward with confidence.
🌿 Connect with Us
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– Tori Gass

Worried About Your Chickens in the Cold Weather? What to Do NOW!

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Cold weather can make even confident chicken keepers panic. If you’ve been wondering “Will my chickens freeze?”, “Do chickens need a heat lamp?”, or “Why did my chickens stop laying eggs in winter?” — this episode is for you. We’re breaking down what cold weather actually does to chickens, what’s normal winter behavior, and what signs truly mean something is wrong.
In this episode, you’ll learn how to care for backyard chickens in freezing temperatures, how to winterize your chicken coop properly, the truth about ventilation vs insulation, how to prevent frostbite, keep water from freezing, and feed chickens correctly during cold weather. We’ll also talk about winter egg production, daylight changes, and why rest is part of God’s design for your flock — and for you. If you’re raising chickens in winter and want peace, clarity, and practical steps you can take right now, this episode will help.
– Tori Gass
🌿 Connect with Us
🌾 Website: https://lostsheepfarm.online📘 Facebook Group: Lost Sheep Farm👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/4256448234630516/
🎁 FREE Workshop – Plan Your Homestead 2026👉 https://predesigned-012-36718.gr-site.com/
📸 Instagram: @lostsheepfarm📧 Email: LSF@heavenlyhenhouse.com
 
 

What Should I Be Doing on My Homestead Right Now? (Chickens, Gardens & Hydroponics)

🎁 FREE Workshop: Plan Your Homestead 2026Plan your gardens, chickens, hydroponics, and budget with clarity instead of overwhelm. Link in the show notes.
http://www.lostsheepfarm.online
If you’ve been staring at your land, your coop, your garden plans—or even a hydroponics system—wondering what should I be doing on my homestead right now?… this episode is for you. Feeling overwhelmed doesn’t mean you’re behind—it usually means you’re trying to steward too much at once without clarity. In this episode, we slow the noise down and talk honestly about homestead planning for beginners, realistic expectations, and how to focus on what actually matters in this season.
We walk through chickens, gardens, and hydroponics with a faith-centered lens, using biblical wisdom and practical experience to help you prioritize without burnout. You’ll learn what to focus on now, what can wait, and how planning is an act of stewardship—not control. If you’re craving peace, direction, and confidence in your homesteading journey, this episode will help you take the next right step.
– Tori Gass
🎁 FREE Workshop: Plan Your Homestead 2026Plan your gardens, chickens, hydroponics, and budget with clarity instead of overwhelm. Link in the show notes
🌿 Connect with Us
🌾 Website: https://lostsheepfarm.online📘 Facebook Group: Lost Sheep Farm👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/4256448234630516/
🎁 FREE Workshop – Plan Your Homestead 2026👉 https://predesigned-012-36718.gr-site.com/
📸 Instagram: @lostsheepfarm📧 Email: LSF@heavenlyhenhouse.com
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Why Most Homesteaders Quit in Year One (and How to Start Smarter)

Many new homesteaders quit in the first year — not because they don’t love homesteading, but because they start overwhelmed, overcommitted, and trying to do everything at once. In this episode, we break down the real reasons homesteaders burn out in year one and how to start smarter with faith, planning, and realistic expectations.
We talk honestly about raising chickens without proper systems, starting gardens without understanding growing zones, ignoring seasons, and the pressure to do it all — often alone. From backyard chickens to gardening by zone, this episode covers why prep brings peace and how planning your homestead year ahead of time can save you time, money, and burnout.
This episode is especially helpful for beginners who want to homestead with confidence, avoid common mistakes, and build a homestead that supports their family, faith, and season of life instead of draining it.
To help you take the next step, Lost Sheep Farm is hosting a FREE live workshop — Plan Your Homestead 2026 — happening on the 26th. We’ll walk through how to plan your homestead year step by step, talk through real-life scenarios, and help you stop guessing and start building wisely.
👉 Pre-register for the FREE workshop here:https://predesigned-012-36718.gr-site.com/
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Plan Your 2026 Homestead: FREE Workshop + Waitlist Now Open

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Raise Chickens & Plan Your Homestead: How to Design, Set Up, and Start While Avoiding Beginner Mistakes
If you’re thinking about raising chickens or starting a homestead this year, this episode walks you through what most beginners get wrong before they ever bring animals home. We talk about how to plan and design your homestead the right way, how to avoid costly beginner mistakes, and why timing matters more than people realize when it comes to starting strong.
One of the biggest lessons shared in this episode is the importance of ordering chickens early if your setup is ready. Hatcheries sell out quickly, and waiting too long can throw off your entire homestead plan for the year. This episode breaks down how to think ahead, plan intentionally, and avoid scrambling when spring arrives.
To help you take the next step, Lost Sheep Farm is hosting a FREE live Homestead Planning Workshop where we’ll walk through real-life homestead decisions, answer questions live, and help you build a clear plan without the guesswork.
👉 Pre-register for the FREE workshop here:https://predesigned-012-36718.gr-site.com/
 
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Raise Chickens & Plan Your Homestead: How to Design, Set Up, and Start While Avoiding Beginner Mistakes (One BIG Thing I Wish I Knew)

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Raising chickens is often the first step in building a homestead, but one of the biggest beginner mistakes happens before the chicks ever arrive. In this episode, we talk about how to raise chickens and plan your homestead the right way — starting with proper design, setup, and timing.
We walk through homestead planning for beginners, how to design a chicken setup that works long-term, and how to avoid wasting time and money by doing things out of order. Whether you’re raising chickens for eggs, planning to raise meat chickens, or learning how to start raising chickens for the first time, this episode covers the foundations that matter most.
The BIG thing I wish I knew sooner: if your coop and setup are ready, you need to start looking at ordering chickens NOW. Hatcheries sell out quickly, especially in spring, and waiting too long can mean missing the entire season. We talk about why timing matters, how hatchery availability affects your homestead plan, and how ordering chicks early can save you months of frustration.
This episode is especially helpful for anyone raising backyard chickens for beginners, planning chickens on pasture, or trying to build a homestead with clarity instead of guesswork.
If you want to raise chickens and plan your homestead with confidence — not panic when everything is sold out — this episode will help you start smart and avoid one of the most common beginner mistakes.
 
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