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Emily’s love of travel and passion for God’s Word are combined in this show for ladies. While she was in college, Emily spent a semester abroad traveling throughout ancient New Testament sites. Each episode will feature a different site with Emily’s personal photos and an exploration of the accompanying Biblical text.
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“Keeping Your Covenant” (Wifey Wednesdays S20E2)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 21, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily explores the topic of covenant keeping by looking at Abraham and Issac. God, in establishing a covenant with Abraham, indeed blesses the entire world through his offspring. As God’s chosen people, we are tasked with keeping our covenants, too. […]…
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“No Place for Self-Glorification” (Wifey Wednesdays S20E1)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Season 20 of Wifey Wednesdays is all about seeing the big picture of the Bible through the major themes of the Old Testament. Throughout this season, Emily will be exploring the lives of many of our well known Patriarchs as well as lesser known Old Testament […]…
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, June 5, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily continues the discussion of disciplines by looking at what it means to have self-control. Using many verses from Proverbs, Emily discusses ways we often don’t use self-control and also admonishes us to work toward this discipline by abhorring what […]…
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“Immersion in Scripture” (Wifey Wednesdays S19E13)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, May 22, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily explores various ways we can immerse ourselves in scripture and why this is an important thing for Christians to do. Watch the Video [Coming Soon!] We want to hear from you! Subscription LinksBy Emily Hatfield
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“Prayer Types and Prompts” (Wifey Wednesdays S19E12)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, May 15, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily elaborates more on the discipline of prayer by looking into different types of prayers. Included in this episode are also prayer prompts to help you as you think about different ways we communicate with the Father, the Spirit, and […]…
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“Applying Biblical Texts” (Wifey Wednesdays S19E11)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, April 24, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses how we can discipline ourselves when it comes to applying Biblical texts. Often, we want to make the Bible all about us. This is not a helpful way of viewing scripture, and Emily explores how we can approach […]…
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, April 10, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses the spiritual discipline of meditation. While we often think of meditation as a practice in which someone sits on a mountaintop alone with their thoughts, legs-crossed and eyes closed, this episode explores what the Scriptures say about me…
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, March 27, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses the spiritual discipline of hospitality. Often, we do not think of hospitality as a discipline, and yet it is something that scripture commands for us to be engaged in. If you are like most people, then you struggle […]…
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“The Ups and Downs of Discipline” (Wifey Wednesdays S19E8)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, March 13, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses some of the difficulties of maintaining a disciplined life. There is a definite ebb and flow to the discipline journey, and this episode is intended to encourage us to keep pushing through the hard, knowing that Jesus is […]…
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“Money and Budgeting” (Wifey Wednesdays S19E7)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, February 28, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily continues the discussion of spiritual disciplines by looking into how we view our physical blessings. If God is a giver, how can we mirror Him with the things with which we have been entrusted? We want to hear from […]…
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“Discipline Check-Up” (Wifey Wednesdays S19E6)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, February 21, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily does a six-week check on the spiritual disciplines we have been discussing this season. The main point of this episode is to reconnect with our why so that we are motivated to continue in being trained for the purpose […]…
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“Looking for Jesus” (Wifey Wednesdays S19E5)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Continuing on with the discussion of spiritual disciplines, Emily addresses one of the things listed on the Daily Discipline Planner: “I saw Jesus in ________.” Looking to Philippians and Paul’s example, Emily addresses the need to seek to see Jesus and the influence He is having […]…
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“Healthy Habits” (Wifey Wednesdays S19E4)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, February 6, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses why choosing healthy habits in our physical lives has an impact on us spiritually. Watch the Video Episode Resources: We want to hear from you! Subscription LinksBy Emily Hatfield
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, January 31, 2024 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses the spiritual discipline of prayer. Jesus taught his disciples to pray, and started the discussion by saying “When you pray…” This teaches us that praying is something we are expected to do, but also something that requires teaching. […]…
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, January 24, 2024 On episode two of this session, Emily discusses the spiritual discipline of Bible reading; both why it is needed and how we can practically approach Bible intake. As the season progresses, Emily aims to discuss other spiritual disciplines at length, including but not limited to meditation,…
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, January 17, 2024 The season opener of Wifey Wednesdays discusses the theme of discipline in the life of a Christian. Using Hebrews 12 and 1 Timothy 4, Emily encourages listeners to pursue godliness through discipline. As the season progresses, Emily aims to discuss different spiritual disciplines at length…
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“Being a Wife Who Brings Peace” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E12)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, December 13, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses the book of Zechariah and how it relates to our lives as peacemakers. During the holidays, it can be especially difficult to overcome resentment and wrongdoing, but if we will be like Jesus then we will be women […]…
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“Being a Wife Who Handles the Holidays” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E11)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, November 29, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses ways we can go into the holiday season while maintaining our Christlike attitudes and outlook. Watch the Video We want to hear from you! Subscription LinksBy Emily Hatfield
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“Being a Wife With Small Kids” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E10)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, November 1, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily offers encouragement to moms with small children. While it is easy to become overwhelmed and burdened in the chaos of life with littles, Emily seeks to offer hope and help through the long nights of motherhood. Watch the Video […]…
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“Being a Wife Who Uses Her Talents” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E9)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, October 25, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses what it means to use our talents and abilities in a way that glorifies God, regardless of what or how many those talents may be. Watch the Video We want to hear from you! Subscription Links…
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“Being a Wife in Trials” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E8)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, October 11, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily looks to the book of James as it discusses what it means to experience trials. Our attitude and our focus makes all the difference, and this episode looks to Emily’s personal experiences as well as scripture to encourage the […]…
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“Being a Wife Who Loves Like Jesus” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E7)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, September 27, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily is joined by Christy Jenkins to discuss practical ways to love our husbands in a way that honors God. Recorded at The Light Network Conference, this episode was one of the very first episodes of Wifey Wednesdays recorded in […]…
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Calvin's First Writer in Residence Mitali Perkins on her journey to writing and teaching
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Renowned children's writer Mitali Perkins talks about the development of her passion for shaping the minds and hearts of children through stories, and her experience teaching Calvin students in her role as Writer-in-Residence. Interview and editing by Lauren Nyong.
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“Being a Wife Full of Praise” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E6)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, September 20, 2023 While words of affirmation may be a love language, today’s episode is less about our husband and more about how we can regularly incorporate praising God into our daily lives. Watch the Video We want to hear from you! Subscription LinksBy Emily Hatfield
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“Being a Wife with Mental Health Struggles” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E5)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, September 13, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily offers practical, spiritual advice for those who may be suffering from mental illness. These tips are not meant to be in the place of seeking help from a medical professional, but to offer hope alongside whatever struggle you may […]…
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“Being a Wife in Ministry” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E4)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, September 6, 2023 When you think of a minister, who comes to your mind? On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily uses the example of a woman in Scripture and invites us to all find ways to minister in our daily lives. Studying the life of Priscilla will motivate […]…
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“Being a Wife Who Loves” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E3)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 23, 2023 On episode three of season 18, Emily discusses what it means to be a wife who loves. Love just might be one of the most misunderstood concepts, which is a shame when it comes to marriage! This episode will dive into the true meaning of love, […]…
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“Being a Wife Who Studies” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E2)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 16, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses what it means to be a wife who studies God’s word. Too often, women depend upon someone else to feed them and distill God’s truths for them instead of diving into the meat of the Word themselves. This […]…
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“Being a Wife in Grief” (Wifey Wednesdays S18E1)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 9, 2023 It’s a brand new season for Wifey Wednesdays! This episode introduces the eighteenth season of this marriage-centered show and also expounds upon the theme of the season, which is “being a wife in… The main focus for episode one is the subject of grief. How can […]…
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PitchUp Contest Winner Lauren Holwerda on Nursing, Business and Life
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Senior nursing student Lauren Holwerda never thought she was interested in business until she heard about the Calvin StartUp Garage. Now, she's the winner of Calvin's annual PitchUp contest and her business idea — developing a curriculum to help new nurses cope with the emotional demands of the job — is attracting attention. In this episode, she ta…
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Hatfield Prize Winner Emily Steen on Research & Restorative Justice
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Cavin Peacemakers Founder and President, Emily Steen, won the Hatfield Prize for her work with the Calvin Prison Initiative. Her time as a student researcher and President of Calvin Peacemakers has prepared her to tackle a new research topic on robust reentry programs for CPI students. Interview and production by Lauren Nyong.…
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“God Rescues the Imprisoned” (Wifey Wednesdays S17E4)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, February 15, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses sin and its effects on us. Looking to the examples of the Old Testament (specifically Joseph, Daniel, and the Israelites), Emily points us to the Great Rescuer who is able to bring us out of captivity and into […]…
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“God Sees the Discarded” (Wifey Wednesdays S17E3)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, February 1, 2023 Returning to Genesis, this episode of Wifey Wednesdays focuses on God’s view of those who have been discarded; those who find themselves in situations they never asked for and they feel alone and worthless. The account of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar shows us yet again of […]…
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“God Sees the Unloved” (Wifey Wednesdays S17E2)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, January 25, 2023 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, travel back to the book of Genesis and learn from Leah, the unwanted, unloved wife. What can we learn today from this woman of the past? Ultimately, times have changed but God has not, and there are many lessons about […]…
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“Saved Through Struggle” (Wifey Wednesdays S17E1)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, January 11, 2023 Wifey Wednesdays enters its 17th season by looking at the book of Daniel and how we can fix our eyes on God when we struggle, even within our homes. We want to hear from you! Email: emily@thelightnetwork.tv Join the Wifey Wednesdays Facebook group! Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) Su…
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“A December to Remember” (Wifey Wednesdays S16E10)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, November 30, 2022 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses chaos, storms, seasonal depression, and a way to shift our focus to Jesus instead of inwardly. Click here for the list of 31 things to do to make this a December to Remember. We want to hear from […]…
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“Encroaching Worldliness” (Wifey Wednesdays S16E9)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, October 19, 2022 What do I do when those around me don’t seem interested in Jesus? What do I do when the world seems to be closing in? How can I continue to be spiritual when the world’s influence is so strong? This episode is meant to help us […]By Emily Hatfield
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“Insert Struggle Here” (Wifey Wednesdays S16E8)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, October 5, 2022 Do you like struggling? If you’re human, you struggle in some way, shape, or form. But when you struggle, do you make the right choice? This episode is all about choosing God in our struggles and allowing His glory to be on display. We want to […]…
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“The Small Children Season” Part 2 (Wifey Wednesdays S16E7)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, September 21, 2022 Aleshia Sokoloski is back to discuss more about managing time with your children and your spouse while serving others. This episode looks a little more in depth about spending quality time with your spouse while being pulled in different directions of service. Be sure to check […]…
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“The Small Children Season” Part One (Wifey Wednesdays S16E6)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, September 14, 2022 Emily is joined by Aleshia Sokoloski to discuss some of the obstacles to service that come with the small children season of parenting. While this can be a difficult time in ministering to others, there are also some great benefits! Join these ladies as they discuss […]…
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“Dealing with Chronic Health Issues” (Wifey Wednesdays S16E5)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 31, 2022 A listener wants to know, “How can I better love my husband and my children though I deal with chronic pain?” This is a great question with a spoiler alert Jesus answer! Join Emily as she discusses mental illness, chronic pain, and the way Jesus helps […]…
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“A Balancing Act” (Wifey Wednesdays S16E4)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 24, 2022 Emily is joined by Kelly Epperson to discuss the listener requests about time management. How can we balance time with our husband and our kids? How can we make sure we prioritize each other while having active schedules, work full time, or have full calendars? All […]…
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“Being Kind When Provoked” (Wifey Wednesdays S16E3)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 17, 2022 A listener asked, “How can I not get sinful angry and let my pride in, and how to be nice and get out of a situation when feeling provoked by my spouse?” Isn’t that a great and thoughtful question? It is so hard to display the […]By Emily Hatfield
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“Feeling Burn Out” (Wifey Wednesdays S16E2)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 10, 2022 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily answers a listener request which simply said that the listener was feeling burn out. This is a common, though often debilitating experience. Looking to the Bible and specifically to Jesus, we can overcome these feelings with God’s power. We […]…
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, August 3, 2022 It’s a brand new Wifey Wednesdays season! This season, all of the episodes are going to be focused on listener questions and suggestions. For the first half of the season, Emily will be tackling some of the more difficult or stressful situations and the latter half […]…
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“Marriage Valley: Pornography” (Wifey Wednesdays S15E7)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, April 13, 2022 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays Emily discusses the problem of pornography addiction. Below are some helpful resources if you or your spouse are dealing with this sin. If you or your husband are dealing with a pornography addiction, know that you are not alone! There […]…
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“Marriage Valley: Intimacy” (Wifey Wednesdays S15E6)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, March 9, 2022 This episode of Wifey Wednesdays is for married wives only as we are discussing sensitive topics of intimacy. If you have a lack of desire or issues with intimacy, perhaps this episode will help you in understanding why it is important for husbands and wives to […]…
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“Marriage Valley: Divorce and Children” (Wifey Wednesdays S15E5)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, March 2, 2022 This episode of Wifey Wednesdays offers some dos and don’ts for those who are divorced as it relates to their children. What can you do? What can you avoid? How can you help? Children are deeply affected by divorce, and having a parent who is imitating […]…
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“Marriage Valleys: Arguments” (Wifey Wednesdays S15E4)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, February 16, 2022 On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses the topic of arguing. What word should you avoid, how should you react, what can you do to imitate Jesus? All of these things are covered on this episode. We want to hear from you! Email: emily@thelightnetwork.tv Join […]…
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“Marriage Valleys: Seasons of Parenting” (Wifey Wednesdays S15E3)
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Host: Emily Hatfield | Released Wednesday, February 2, 2022 Kids are wonderful, but parenting is hard. Thankfully, God is bigger than our hard. This episode of Wifey Wednesdays focuses on some of the struggles your marriage might face while going through various seasons of parenting. While children are a blessing, some parts of raising them […]…
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