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Christian Homestead Journey: Women and SAHM Tending Families & Farms (With Biblical Purpose)

Have you ever wondered how tending your family and farm ties directly into God’s calling for women? In this episode of Christian Homestead Journey: SAHM & Women Tending Families and Farms with Biblical Purpose, we dive into powerful Bible stories that remind us of the importance of women’s role in nurturing their homes and how only God can bring the harvest.
From Proverbs 31 to Ruth gleaning in the fields, we see women throughout Scripture faithfully tending to their households with diligence and purpose. Just like planting seeds in the garden, our daily efforts—whether raising children, caring for livestock, or cultivating a homestead—must be entrusted to the Lord who gives the increase. This episode weaves together biblical encouragement, homesteading wisdom, and real-life stories to strengthen stay-at-home moms and faith-filled women walking the path of stewardship.
If you’ve felt stretched thin in motherhood, farming, or simply staying consistent in your daily rhythms, this conversation is for you. Together, we’ll uncover the beauty of God’s design, how to press on in seasons of weariness, and why your role matters more than you realize.
✨ Be encouraged: you’re not just planting vegetables, raising chickens, or keeping house—you’re sowing seeds of faith for generations to come.
–– Tori Gass
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Backyard Chicken Beginners 2025 Is It Worth It? Costs, Coops, and Common Mistakes (Learn How to Avoid Them HERE!)

Dreaming of gathering fresh eggs from your own backyard? 🥚 In this beginner-friendly episode of Chickens & Farming Made Easy, we dive into the trending question for 2025: Are backyard chickens really worth it for beginners?
With more than 11 million U.S. households raising chickens and millions of chicks sold each year, backyard chicken keeping is one of the fastest-growing homesteading movements. But before you run to Tractor Supply or order a coop online, let’s break down the real costs, the simplest coop setups for beginners, and the most common mistakes new chicken keepers make. You’ll learn:
✔️ How much it really costs to raise chickens in 2025 (feed, coops, and hidden expenses)✔️ Which beginner-friendly coop options work best for small backyards vs. rural setups✔️ The top mistakes first-time chicken owners make — and how to avoid them✔️ Why predator-proofing, zoning laws, and starting small matter more than you think✔️ A faith-based perspective on “counting the cost” before starting your first flock
Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom looking to provide healthier food, a suburban family curious about sustainable living, or a beginner homesteader ready to step into God’s calling for your household, this episode will give you clarity and confidence to start strong.
✨ Plus: I’ll share how Heavenly Homestead Academy can help you build the spiritual, financial, and practical foundation for your homestead — before you buy your first chick.
If you’ve been searching for “how much do backyard chickens cost 2025,” “beginner chicken coop ideas,” “is raising chickens worth it,” or “chicken keeping mistakes beginners make” — this episode was made for you.
– Tori Gass
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Our Biggest Beginner Homestead Fails (and the 4-Step Reset to Recover)

Are you a beginner homesteader feeling overwhelmed by garden disasters, chicken chaos, or just not knowing where to start? You’re not alone—and in today’s episode of Chickens & Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing our biggest beginner homestead fails and the 4-step reset we use to recover, so you can avoid frustration and grow your homestead with confidence.
From overambitious garden plans, seed-starting mishaps, and coop layout mistakes, to soil preparation oversights and time management challenges, we cover the real struggles every new homesteader faces. Plus, I’ll walk you through a faith-filled, actionable reset process—assess, pray, plan, and act—so your failures become stepping stones, not setbacks.
This episode is perfect for anyone searching for:
Beginner homesteading tips
How to recover from homestead mistakes
Chicken care for beginners
Garden troubleshooting and soil tips
Faith-based homesteading guidance
Homestead community support
🎯 Whether you’re raising your first chickens, starting a vegetable garden, or trying to create a sustainable, Christ-centered homestead, this episode will give you real-life stories, practical tips, and encouragement to keep going.
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Share your own homestead wins and fails in our Facebook group: Lost Sheep Farm
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Email us for a freebie: the Beginner Homestead Fail Checklist & 4-Step Reset Worksheet at LSF@heavenlyhenhouse.com
Remember, friends, homesteading is a journey—and even your mistakes can point you to growth, joy, and God’s guidance. Don’t let fear of failure stop you; lean into learning, community, and faith.
– Tori Gass

How to Start a Homestead as a SAHM: Beginner’s Guide to Chickens, Gardens, and Self-Sufficiency

Ever wondered how to start a homestead as a complete beginner—especially if you’re balancing it all as a stay-at-home mom? In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I share not just the step-by-step basics of building your first homestead, but also my real-life stories—the highlights, the failures, the laughs, and the moments where God carried us through. From starting a garden with little money to choosing your very first backyard chickens, you’ll hear practical tips you can actually use to make your dream homestead a reality.
This isn’t just about farming—it’s about faith, family, and creating a home where you can raise your children in simplicity and self-sufficiency. Whether you’re searching for “how to start a homestead with no experience,” “best chickens for beginners,” or “homesteading tips for stay-at-home moms,” this episode is packed with encouragement, real talk, and the kind of wisdom you only learn by living it.
– Tori Gass
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Which Breed of Chickens to Add to Your Homestead: My Top 4 Beginner-Friendly Choices for Starting Your First Flock

Have you been wondering what are the best chicken breeds for beginners? Or maybe you’ve searched “best chickens for hot climates,” “cold-hardy chicken breeds for homesteads,” or “which chickens lay the most eggs for a backyard flock”? Friend, you’re in the right place!
In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing my top 4 chicken breeds for starting your first flock: Buff Orpingtons, Rhode Island Reds, Plymouth Barred Rocks, and Easter Eggers. These tried-and-true breeds are perfect for beginner homesteaders because they’re hardy, reliable layers, and family-friendly. You’ll hear how Buff Orpingtons thrive in cold weather, why Rhode Island Reds are egg-laying powerhouses, how Barred Rocks adapt to both small backyards and large farms, what's a great all-around choice for hot or cold climates.
Whether you’re starting a small suburban homestead with a 3-chicken coop, or building out a full rural farmstead with dozens of hens, this episode will guide you through the essential decisions. And as always, I’ll weave in faith—reminding you that God calls us to steward His creation well, and sometimes that stewardship begins with a simple flock of hens.
If you’ve been praying about where to start with livestock, or just want to learn how to add fresh eggs and feathered friends to your homestead, this episode is for you!
– Tori Gass
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How I Started My Own Homestead Step-by-Step: Zero to Self-Sufficiency in 12 Months

Are you dreaming of building your own homestead from scratch, but overwhelmed by where to start? In this heartfelt and practical episode, “How I Started My Own Homestead Step-by-Step: Zero to Self-Sufficiency in 12 Months”, I share an honest blueprint—from tiny backyard beginnings to a thriving, faith-filled, self-sufficient homestead. You'll get actionable steps, uplifting Scriptures, real-life breakthroughs, and a few humorous mishaps along the way.
In just 15 minutes, we’ll cover:
Month 1–2: Turning a small space into raised beds and welcoming your first chicks
Month 3–6: Building compost systems, expanding your flock, and launching into food preservation
Month 7–12: Harvesting fruits, collecting eggs, cutting your grocery bills in half, and embracing a rhythm of faith and farming
Spiritual insights 
Plus, sign up today for Heavenly Homestead Academy—your step-by-step, Bible-based homesteading guide
 
Ready to get started? If you're yearning for a faith-filled homesteading path but thinking you don’t have enough land, knowledge, or funds—take heart. I poured everything I wish I had learned that first year into the Heavenly Homestead Academy, designed to help you start your own homestead—no matter where you’re starting from. Want the beginner’s checklist to get going? Email me at LSF@heavenlyhenhouse.com and get it free.
 
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Thank you for being here, friend. Remember—homesteading is more than growing food, it’s growing faith. As you take your own steps toward self-sufficiency, trust that the same God who multiplies seeds in the ground will multiply your efforts too.
Grace and peace,– Tori Gass

Mini-Farms & Micro-Homesteads: 3 Simple Tips to Get Started Anywhere

Dreaming of starting a homestead but think you don’t have enough land? The truth is, you don’t need acres to live more self-sufficiently—you can begin right where you are! In this episode, I’ll share 3 simple tips to start your own mini-farm or micro-homestead—even if all you have is a backyard, a balcony, or just a few containers on the porch.
We’ll cover how to grow food in small spaces, which livestock are best for beginners (like chickens, quail, or rabbits), and how to create a lifestyle of stewardship, simplicity, and faith no matter your zip code. God calls us to use what’s in our hands, and homesteading—even on a small scale—is a way to provide for our families, care for His creation, and slow down in His presence.
If you’ve been searching for:
Start with What You Have
Container gardens, raised beds, herbs in the windowsill, or a small chicken coop. Stewardship starts small!
Choose Beginner-Friendly Livestock
Chickens for eggs, quail for small spaces, or rabbits for meat. Talk about God’s design in providing for us through these animals.
Create Rhythms of Care & Faith
Daily routines for watering, feeding, and prayer time. Tie in Proverbs 21:5: “The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.”
– Tori Gass
 
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How I Started Raising Chickens With No Experience: 3 Essential Tips for Beginners

this episode, I share how I started raising chickens with no experience—and the 3 beginner-friendly tips that will help you avoid common mistakes, save money, and enjoy the journey from day one. Whether you live in the city, suburbs, or country, you’ll learn how to start a backyard chicken coop, choose the right breeds for your family, and create a daily routine that keeps your flock healthy and happy. I’ll also talk about the ways God guided me through the learning process, teaching me patience, stewardship, and joy in the little things.
From gathering your first farm-fresh eggs to seeing God’s faithfulness in every step, this episode is packed with practical homesteading advice, faith encouragement, and a dose of real-life humor. If you’ve been searching for how to raise chickens for eggs, chicken care tips for beginners, or faith-based homesteading inspiration, you’re in the right place. Grab your Bible, a notebook, and maybe a cup of coffee, and let’s get started!
– Tori Gass
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How to Start Raising Meat Chickens in Your Backyard: 5 Quick Tips for Beginners

Thinking about raising meat chickens in your backyard but feeling a bit overwhelmed? You’re not alone! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I break down 5 quick, essential tips every beginner needs before getting started with meat birds. Whether you’re dreaming of fast-growing Cornish Cross chickens or the hardier Freedom Rangers, I’ll guide you through choosing the right breed, setting up a secure and comfortable coop, feeding your birds for healthy growth, planning for processing, and maintaining a clean, happy flock.
If you want to raise delicious, homegrown meat chickens without the guesswork or stress, this episode is packed with practical advice and encouragement to get you started on the right foot.
I also share insights from my own experience here at Lost Sheep Farm, where faith, family, and farming come together to create a life of stewardship and joy. This is more than just farming—it’s a way of life rooted in biblical principles and sustainable homesteading.
Ready to dive deeper into homesteading? Join our community in the Lost Sheep Farm Facebook Group for support, tips, and fellowship with other homesteaders just like you.
Follow along on Instagram @lostsheepfarm, TikTok @lostsheepfarm, and YouTube Lost Sheep Farm for daily farm updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and fresh inspiration to keep your homestead thriving.
Got questions or ideas for future episodes? Email me anytime at LSF@heavenlyhenhouse.com — I love hearing from you!
Thanks for listening, and remember: with faith and perseverance, you can grow a homestead that feeds your body and soul.
— Tori Gass
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Small-Space Gardens & Composting: Beginner Homestead Tips for Every Mom

Do you wish you could start a garden—but feel stuck with limited space, no time, and little experience? You're not alone! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing my best small-space gardening tips and composting hacks that any busy mom can do—no acreage required. Whether you’ve got a balcony, a backyard, or just a porch, this episode will help you grow food, build soil, and create a peaceful, productive rhythm for your home.
I’ll walk you through container gardening ideas, composting with kids, using what’s in your hand to get started, and the importance of stewarding what God has given us—even if it’s just a few square feet. This is real-life, grace-filled homesteading for moms who want to do more with less and glorify God through their home and land.
This episode is perfect for:🔹 Homesteading moms with limited land🔹 Beginners looking for composting tips🔹 Christian women who want to garden with purpose🔹 Families starting a small homestead in urban or suburban areas🔹 Women seeking low-cost, practical ways to feed their family from home
Don’t forget to share this episode with a fellow mom who needs a little hope, help, and a holy reminder that the Lord can do a lot with a little.
– Tori Gass
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