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The Real Reason People Are Turning to Homesteading | Episode 513
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- Jun 5, 2026
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Summary
Why are so many people being drawn to homesteading right now? In today's episode, I'm sharing a more personal reflection on what I've witnessed during my 15+ years teaching homesteading and traditional skills. While many people initially come to homesteading for healthier food, self-sufficiency, or preparedness, I've noticed something deeper happening beneath the surface. Again and again, people tell me they feel called by God to this lifestyle. In this episode, I share my own story of how God called me into teaching traditional skills, why I believe more people are returning to gardening, food preservation, and self-reliance, and how stewardship, community, and faith all play a role in the modern homesteading movement. In this episode, we'll discuss: • Why homesteading continues to grow • The deeper reasons people are drawn to traditional skills • Stewardship, preparedness, and biblical wisdom • Why community matters more than isolation • The story behind our local Cowboy Church • How faith and homesteading often intersect • Upcoming events and opportunities to gather together Whether you're new to homesteading or have been living this lifestyle for years, I hope this conversation encourages you to thoughtfully consider what is drawing you to these skills and how they can serve your family, community, and faith. Resources & Links: 🌱 Modern Homesteading Conference: https://modernhomesteading.com 🌱 Heritage Revival Women's Conference: https://heritagerevivalevents.com 🌱 How my mom fed our family on $100 a month podcast episode: https://melissaknorris.com/504 🌱 Grab all the details and any other links mentioned in the blog post here: https://melissaknorris.com/513 Verse of the Week: 2 Timothy 1:9