Best Jessica Hayes Christian Counselor Podcasts (2024)

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Rhythms & Routines: How I Set Up My Stay-At-Home Mom Day For Success 29:28

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Episode 205 // Being a stay at home Christian mom is SUCH a great blessing. But we live in such a busy, distracting, technology-filled world that it can be hard to understand what “success” really looks like… let alone, how to get there. So today on the podcast, I want to share all the details of my morning routine - which sets up my day for succes…

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Praying Through Proverbs 9:04

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God teaches us and shapes us through his Word. Reading the Bible is so valuable! And one of my favorite parts is that we can give those Scriptures back to God in prayer. So, join me for a few minutes today as we pray together through a few of the Proverbs that have been jumping out to me over the past few months, as I've been reading Proverbs daily…

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Rhythms & Routines: My Recent Experiment In Reading Proverbs Daily 21:40

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Episode 204 // There are some daily habits that will change your life. Over the past few years as a mom, I’ve found that reading the Bible every day is DEFINITELY one of those habits! And over the past few months, I’ve started reading the Proverbs every day too… … And I love it. Do I miss a few days a month? Of course. Is the book of Proverbs the o…

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The Nuts & Bolts Of Forgiveness: How To Apologize, Forgive, And Help Others Do It Too 17:32

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One of the most common calls that Christ gives to his followers is that they should forgive one another. It’s all over the pages of Scripture! And it is hard. When we sin or mess up, it is hard to apologize. We wonder what to say, how to say it, and sometimes if we even need to bother. And then, when others sin against us, we struggle to forgive. B…

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A Prayer For Every Christian Mom Who Wants To Go Deeper With Jesus 10:35

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Join me for a short time of prayer today, friend, as we reflect this week on the power of God's Word, his presence, and his grace in the stresses of Christian motherhood. My time this summer reading through the psalms and proverbs has been such a wonderful reminder of God's character. We need that reminder every day!! So today, we are praying for G…

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A Real Life Mom-To-Mom Chat About My Stressful Summer And The Sweet Gift Of The Psalms 23:23

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Episode 203 // We’re wrapping up the Summertime in the Psalms series today. (For real this time… somehow, I thought July had already ended last week!) And I want to share my heart with you today, friend. This summer, I’ve been reading through the psalms and proverbs. It hasn’t been a miraculous, life-changing experience. No magic wands. No a-ha God…

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A Prayer For Every Christian Mom Who Feels Weak (Praying Psalm 102) 6:35

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Summertime in the Psalms Series! Psalm 102 is literally labeled "the prayer of an afflicted person." So, how can we not finish out this week without prayer?? Join me today for a sweet time of prayer together, praying through this psalm and the overwhelming emotions that sometimes accompany Christian family life, marriage, and motherhood. hugs & ble…

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Feeling Weak, Feeling Weary, But Trusting God’s Faithfulness (Studying Psalm 102)

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Episode 202 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! I love the tagline for Psalm 102. “The prayer of an afflicted person who has grown weak and pours out a lament before the Lord.” What Christian mom hasn’t sometimes felt afflicted? Weak? Filled with lament and struggle? Today’s episode is for you, my friend. And for me. And for all of us who feel weak…

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Praying Through Discouragement And Hardship (Praying Psalm 62)

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Summertime in the Psalms Series! Reading the Scriptures is so life-giving. There is so much wisdom, encouragement, hope, and peace! This week, we've looked at Psalm 62 and the practical action steps it points us toward during seasons of discouragement and hardship. Today, let's take it a step further and pray together through this beautiful psalm. …

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Some Favorite Books To Help Christian Couples (From A Marriage Therapist’s Bookshelf) 17:38

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As a Christian counseling agency, one of the most common questions that we get from our local pastors is “How can I help this couple in my church who is struggling?” Today, let’s offer some resources! There are plenty of ideas for conversations, questions to ask, and things to try with couples who are struggling. But one of the best ways to find a …

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5 Practical Action Steps For When You’re Feeling Discouraged (Studying Psalm 62)

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Episode 201 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! You aren’t here to just grit your teeth and survive raising your kids. No way! No, you are here to figure out how to ENJOY family life. Yes, family life is messy. It’s chaotic. We all get frustrated, we get overwhelmed, relationships can discourage us and life can be really hard. And Psalm 62 has exac…

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A Prayer For Purpose And Joy In Your Christian Family Relationships (Praying Psalm 100)

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Welcome to our Summertime in the Psalms Series! This week, we've found joy and purpose in Psalm 100. Today, join me as we pray through this psalm together - for ourselves and our families. May God bless you and your family with joy, peace, and grace that only He can give! May He fill your home with worship and with knowledge of him, and draw you cl…

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3 Keys To Celebrating, Enjoying, And Finding Meaning In Christian Family Life (Studying Psalm 100) 14:05

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Episode 200 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! We are celebrating 200 episodes today!!! So what better psalm to study together than psalm 100. This is a song of praise, thanksgiving, and celebration of who God is and how we interact with him. In only 5 short verses, there is so much richness in this psalm. Join me to look at the 3 keys we find her…

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Seeking God's Blessing In Your Christian Family (Praying Psalm 1) 7:57

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Welcome to our Summertime in the Psalms Series! This week, we've looked for wisdom and encouragement in Psalm 1. Today, join me as we pray through this psalm together. May God protect your family from the negative influences of the world and give you a desire for more of his Word. May He bless you, lead you, and draw your family closer to Himself. …

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Do You Know Who Is Influencing Your Christian Family? (Studying Psalm 1) 14:19

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Episode 199 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! Today, we’re diving into Psalm 1 together. Throughout July, we’ll look closely at a few psalms in order to gain wisdom and direction from the Lord in what our family life should look like. Here in Psalm 1, we find clarity on how to lead our family closer to God. We are shaped every day by the people, …

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Ministry is HARD. 7 Tips To Avoid Burnout And Stay The Course When It Feels Impossible. 17:42

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Is there anything more frustrating than putting a lot of time and energy into helping someone… and they just don’t appreciate it? Or, they just aren’t getting better? You can’t see how the Lord is working or how your efforts are making a difference? Not only is this a very frustrating experience - it can lead us into burnout. When you’re burned out…

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Sabbath VS Self Care… Tips For The Modern Christian Family 28:22

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Episode 198 // Do you sometimes wish there was more time for rest in your life? Of course you do! Every busy mom longs for a bit more peace, a bit more rest in her regular life. But we get stuck in figuring out how to make it happen, and we feel guilty about the time we think it’s taking away from our family. As Christians, the Bible tells us clear…

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6 Daily Habits To Make You A Mentally and Emotionally Healthy Leader 21:01

2M ago21:01

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Ministry is hard work. Leadership is hard work. Put them together? Unless you are intentional about it, Christian leadership within a church or ministry will take a toll on you. It can quickly and sneakily start to impact your relationships, mental health, emotions, sleep, spiritual life, and so much more. So today, let’s talk about some life habit…

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How To Do Self Care The Right Way As A Christian Woman 26:27

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Episode 197 // Self care can be quite a buzzword these days. The world probably prioritizes it too much, but I think that Christians often prioritize it too little. Especially Christian women! Yes, you’re busy. You’re a mom, a wife, you have a million things to do - but if you never take care of yourself, how long can you keep taking care of these …

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Practical Action Steps For Helping Someone With Their Anxiety 19:09

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“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2, NIV) It is not of question of IF your ministry will touch someone who is struggling with anxiety. It’s a question of when, how often, and what will you do to help. Anxiety is a huge problem in our culture today. And when you are concerned that someone …

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Sneaky Ways You Can Encourage Your Husband On Father’s Day 22:52

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Episode 196 // Father’s Day is coming! But really, whether it’s a holiday, a birthday, or a regular old Tuesday - your family life will be blessed when you intentionally encourage your husband. As we prepare for this holiday, join me for 7 quick and easy ideas for how to encourage your hubby on his special day. Bonus - they’re basically free! For r…

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7 Biblical Prayers For Christian Moms When You’re Feeling Anxious 23:49

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Episode 195 // Anxiety can leave you feeling overwhelmed and worn down. It steals your joy from family life. And it is not God’s plan for you! Join me today as we dive into the Bible together to not only find encouragement and guidance from God’s Word, but to find out how we can PRAY Scripture when we are dealing with anxiety. We all have moments w…

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Common Symptoms Of Anxiety 16:47

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“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7) As you build relationships with people in your ministry, you will certainly interact with people who are struggling with anxiety. But will you recognize them? Anxiety is one of the most common struggles in our modern culture. In fact, it’s so common that many people don’t even r…

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Reflections On Gospel Hope As An Overwhelmed Mom 19:37

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Episode 194 // I’m feeling overwhelmed in motherhood today, friend. How are you feeling? We all hit days like this. Days where there is a little too much arguing and not enough giggling, and we just feel overwhelmed and discouraged. When we find ourselves wondering, why is motherhood so hard?! This is not an episode with all the answers. Today, joi…

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Do’s And Don'ts For Helping People With Trauma And Emotional Baggage 19:05

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“In this world, you will have trouble,” Jesus tells his followers. “But take heart! I have overcome the world.” One of the long-term “troubles” that many people in your ministry struggle with is the aftermath of trauma, hurt, and emotional baggage. In fact, you may struggle with this yourself. In our broken world, trauma and emotional pain is very …

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10 Coping Skills Every Pastor & Ministry Leader Needs 17:03

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Ministry work can take its toll on us. And in the busyness of it all, sometimes we forget to put any time or energy into caring for ourselves. But when we live this way, we start to feel it - in our emotional wellness, mental health, physical energy, and in our relationships. Today, we’ll look at 10 key areas of life where we ALL need coping skills…

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8 Unique Ways A Spiritual Leader Can Help Someone Fight An Addiction 16:11

3M ago16:11

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Addictions recovery can feel like an overwhelming issue that is best left to the “professionals.” But the Bible is clear that there is only one ultimate Healer… and his name is not Dr. Jesus. It’s Jesus Christ, Lord and Savior. So if you are a pastor, a Bible study leader, a Christian friend, a youth mentor - or any other ministry leader - you have…

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My 3 Secret Weapons To Stop My Kids When They Start Whining - Quick, Easy, And Screen-Free 27:01

3M ago27:01

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Episode 193 // There is nothing more frustrating than listening to your child whine, grumble, and complain. It’s never fun. But every child has those moments - so today, I want to share my 3 most successful ways to STOP that whining! These are not magic wands. But they are quick, easy, free, and don’t require a screen. They can help whether your ch…

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Happy Mother's Day! A Quick Encouragement And Prayer For Christian Moms [BONUS] 5:52

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Happy Mother's Day, friend! I hope this is a day when you are able to look around your home, look past the chores to be done and the miscommunications that are present, and ENJOY this time with your sweet family. Join me today for a quick word of encouragement, and a look at Proverbs 31 and how the Lord blesses us each day. Let me pray for you and …

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Resources For Helping Someone Fight Addiction 15:02

3M ago15:02

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Ministry work involves helping people through many difficult and painful life circumstances. And one of the hardest is helping people who are dealing with an addiction. There are a lot of ways that pastors and other Christian leaders can help people when they are fighting addiction, but one of the most basic ways is to offer practical, Christ-cente…

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Feeling Overwhelmed? How To Stand Firm In The Storms Of Life As A Christian Family 27:33

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Episode 192 // We all feel overwhelmed sometimes! And the reality of life is that storms, trials, and struggles will come. It’s just a question of when, not if - and then, what are you going to do about it? Today, we’ll take a look at some wisdom from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount to help us prepare for the storms of life. How can we stand firm and fe…

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How To Stop Worrying And Start Trusting God More With Every Part Of Christian Family Life 27:39

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Episode 191 // It’s really easy as a mom to start worrying about my family. There are so many pieces to juggle. And these relationships are so important! But Jesus is not trying to make family life difficult. He knows that we struggle, and He has the solutions to help us manage the hard things of life and enjoy our marriage and motherhood more. Tod…

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Biblical Keys You Need For Stronger Family Relationships 24:27

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Episode 190 // The Bible can sometimes feel a bit abstract. The “spiritual” doesn’t always feel like it’s impacting our everyday lives and our relationships. That’s why I love to explore and consider the practical applications of Scripture for our family life. We’re taking a few weeks here to walk through the Sermon on the Mount. The Bible is not a…

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8 Incredible Blessings That Jesus Wants Every Christian Family To Enjoy 29:26

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Episode 189 // Is there anything better than the blessing of the Lord?!? Today, we’re diving into the very beginning of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount - the 8 “beatitudes” or blessings that the Lord promises to those who follow him. What are they? How will they impact your family? Is it even possible to live this way in the modern world? Join me for an…

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Quick Tips For How To Make Sure Other People Feel Heard And Valued By You 15:05

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Hearing people and helping people FEEL heard are two different things. In today’s busy, loud, disconnected world, feeling heard is an incredibly meaning experience. Everyone wants to know that they are seen, valued, and appreciated. Of course, we cannot make people feel anything. We cannot guarantee that people will always react to us in the way we…

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How The Sermon On The Mount Will Change Your Parenting 18:42

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Episode 188 // Ever feel stuck in your family relationships? We all feel that way sometimes! And Jesus always has the way forward. One of my favorite passages in Scripture lately for focusing in on Christian family life is the Sermon on the Mount. It’s chapters 5-7 of the Gospel of Matthew, and Jesus is so clear about how we are to live! It is coun…

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3 Keys To Being A Good Listener (Even When You're Distracted) 15:06

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Many of us think we are better listeners than we really are. But there is a reason the Bible tells us to be quick to listen and slow to speak (James 1:19). Listening is powerful and important. And the reality of human relationships is that being a GOOD listener does take some intentional effort. It’s more than just hearing the words someone is sayi…

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An Easter Encouragement For Christian Moms 10:03

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Episode 187 // Easter is here, friend! This is my absolute favorite holiday of the year. And this year (like it has sometimes in the past), it feels overshadowed by stress and struggle in regular life. Work, church, cleaning, discipline, bills, and so much else can threaten to steal the JOY out of family life and relationships. But guess what? The …

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How Proverbs 10:19 Helps Me Tame My Tongue 16:09

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Episode 186 // It’s easy to realize that we should “tame our tongues” and use our communication to bless and encourage our families. But when emotions rise and our stress is building, it can be really tough! Today, we’ll look deeply at a helpful bible proverb that starts to show us some practical ways to take control of our communication with our f…

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How To Use Philippians 4:8 To Replace Patterns Of Negative Thinking 15:04

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One of the most common things that Christian counselors help clients with is getting their thought life more in line with Philippians 4:8. When someone is stuck in negative thinking, it is not honoring to God and not helpful to their relationships or emotional health. And guess what? Pastors and ministry leaders struggle with their thinking too! In…

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A Beautiful Picture Of Christian Family Life When We Learn To Tame Our Tongues 26:53

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Episode 185 // Words are powerful. But taming our tongues and using our words well - even in the heat of big emotions and family conflict - seems almost impossible! If you ever feel frustrated or disappointed by how your words impact your family, today’s episode is for you. Join me to see a picture of how your words can bless, nourish, help, and en…

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Dealing With Negative, Unhelpful Thought Patterns By Using The 5 R’s 14:01

5M ago14:01

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Even strong Christians sometimes struggle with negative thinking. We can get stuck overthinking things, blaming ourselves for problems, grumbling, or judging others in our thoughts. But there are strategies that will help! As you pray over these struggles, confess your sin, and seek the Holy Spirit’s help, these 5 strategies will give you practical…

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Making Time For A Devotional Time As A Busy Christian Mom 34:11

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Episode 184 // There are probably 89 things you could do today that are productive, helpful, and good. But guess what? None of those things are as important as making time to be with God, grow spiritually, and help your kids know and follow Jesus. There is no better use of your time, my friend. So today, we’ll talk PRACTICAL tips that will help you…

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4 Key Steps To Conflict Resolution In A Ministry Context 16:15

5M ago16:15

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At some point in life, everyone will struggle with conflict. The church is not immune! Even in the best ministry, there are different personalities, priorities, and preferences. Conflict will happen. So what’s a pastor or leader to do? Of course, the top urgency is to start with prayer. Pray for the other person, for the situation, for your own rea…

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How To Enjoy Family Discipleship Time With Toddlers... Yes, It Is Possible For Every Christian Mom! 23:39

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Episode 183 // I know you want to help your kids follow Jesus. There is busyness and chaos in a normal family day, but at the core of everything going on, you want Jesus to be a priority! But I also know that reading the Bible with your toddlers, teaching your squirmy little ones to sit still and pray, and figuring out what to do for family discipl…

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Boundaries Only Matter If You Implement Them. 5 Tips To Make It Happen. 14:25

6M ago14:25

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Hopefully, you’ve thought through what you want (dare I say… need?) your boundaries to look like. This is critical for a healthy ministry, family, and life. But then the question turns to: how do I do it? How do I implement these boundaries? Stick with them when it’s tough? Adjust them if it’s appropriate? Well, today I’ll share 5 tips from my expe…

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Feeling Like A Burnt Out Mom? Here's How To Enjoy Christian Family Life More 21:57

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Episode 182 // Feeling like a burnt out mom? Wondering why your marriage takes so much work? Christian family life is HARD sometimes, friend! But it is SO WORTH IT. And if you want to truly enjoy your marriage and your motherhood, you need to stand firm on WHY it matters - and have some clarity on how to do it well. Join me today for some real talk…

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How Romans 12 Helps Me Be A Better Christian Mom 17:43

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Episode 181 // Does the Bible REALLY help you in your every day life? When your emotions are overwhelming? When motherhood and family life is hard? Yep. The Bible really can help. It is living and active. It is sharp and powerful. Join me today for a devotional time walking through Romans 12 as we consider how these holy truths apply to our daily c…

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Tips For Setting Boundaries (And Helping Others Do It Too) 16:22

6M ago16:22

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One of the biggest problems in ministry leadership is burnout. The demands of ministry are high and the stress, emotions, and responsibilities weigh on us. And one of the best things that can help prevent burnout and keep you passionate about the ministry work you are doing is setting boundaries. We all need healthy boundaries! Jesus had them, and …

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How To Deal With Cranky Kids And Be A Peace-Filled Mom In The Middle Of It All 27:39

6M ago27:39

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Episode 180 // No mom enjoys dealing with cranky kids. But eventually, every mom has to! And sometimes the real problem is - when they’re cranky, we get cranky. But it does not have to be that way! Today, I’ll share some tips and encouragement in how to hold onto your own PEACE even when your kids are whining, grumbling, and giving into all of thei…

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