Love Your People Well - Christian Motherhood Tips, Marriage Help, and Family Relationship Building

(F3) Maintaining a peaceful home environment (and your own sanity) when your regular routine flies out the windo

Episode 96.5 // Friday Faith Followup
 
It’s never fun to find your best plans flying out the window. But we don’t have to let it spiral our family out of control! You can still enjoy a peaceful home, meaningful family connections, and healthy family rhythms in these unexpected seasons of life. 
 
In today’s short episode, we’re looking at God’s wisdom and encouragement for handling these moments. Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
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Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

Creating family rhythms that bring joy and peace to Christian family life... no matter what craziness is going on

Episode 96 // You want a peaceful home. A happy family. You want to get everything done, wear all the hats, and fit in time for family fun. 
 
And healthy family rhythms will get you there. 
 
Whether you like to-do lists or not, have a great morning routine or not, live by strong habits or not, family rhythms will bring peace, order, and joy to your busy life. So that’s what we’re talking about today. Why are rhythms helpful? How do you develop them? What if it all falls apart?
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings, 
Jess
 
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WANT MORE?
 
Get the full show notes at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/096  
Grab the free 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy 5-day email course: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools 
Find ALL of our resources for Christian family life at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

(F3) Feeling worn out as a busy mom? A devotional thought from Galatians 6.

Episode 95.5 // Friday Faith Follow-up
 
“Let us not become weary in doing good.” Why would God put this encouragement in the Bible? It’s from Galatians 6:9. And it is such an encouragement to the tired, worn-out mom!
 
Hop into today’s episode for a short devotional on Galatians 6:7-10, with biblical encouragement for the tired Christian mom.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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WANT MORE?
 
Get the full show notes at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/095 
Grab the free 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy 5-day email course: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools 
Join our free online community at www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell 
Find ALL of our resources for Christian family life at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

Loving your people well even when you’re worn out, exhausted, and just not in the mood

Episode 95 // Feeling tired, mama? You’re not alone! We ALL go through seasons of life where we are tired, worn out, and just plain don’t have the energy anymore. 
 
And yet, even in those hard seasons, we don’t want our relationships to suffer. We don’t want to be cranky, grumpy, or short-tempered. So what can we do?
 
Well, that’s what we’re tackling today. We’ve got encouragement and practical tips for these exhausting seasons of life. 
 
Ready for some change? Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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WANT MORE?
 
Get the full show notes at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/095 
Grab the free 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy 5-day email course: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools 
Find ALL of our resources for Christian family life at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 

(F3) Yes, you really can fit hospitality and friendships into your busy schedule - and these resources will help.

Episode 94.5 // Friday Faith Followup
 
There will always be a million excuses to not invite people into your home, to reschedule the coffee date with your friend, or to say no to service opportunities in your church or community. If your excuse list is anything like mine, it includes things like “the house is too messy” and “my schedule is crazy right now” … and yet, do these things ever really change??
 
The reality is, we can - and must! - find ways to make friendships, hospitality, generosity, and service into our lives. Yes, even as busy moms! It is possible. 
 
And today, I’m sharing a few of my favorite tools that help me to do this and that will help YOU to do this too. 
 
Let’s dive in. 
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/094  
 
Resources for this episode:
A helpful planner will make all the difference in keeping track of your busy life AND the priorities and plans you have for friendship, hospitality, and more. I love The Hope Planner and I also have several simple templates for weekly planners, prayer journaling, and more in my Etsy shop!
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

Enjoying friendships and hospitality as a Christian family. (Foundational Pillars 101)

Episode 94 // We are living in a culture filled with loneliness. Even inside the church, so many people are looking for deeper friendships, authentic community, and meaningful connection. And even though life is busy as a Christian mom, we are called to love the people around us well. 
 
But how? What can this look like practically, in a busy schedule, without short-changing our family life or our own needs?
 
Today, we’ll tackle 3 practical lifestyle changes that will help you and your family love the people around you well. Ready? Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/094  
 
Resources for this episode:
A helpful planner will make all the difference in keeping track of your busy life AND the priorities and plans you have for friendship, hospitality, and more. I love The Hope Planner and I also have several simple templates for weekly planners, prayer journaling, and more in my Etsy shop!
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

(F3) A few of my best resources for the Christian mom just trying to make it through the day AND connect with her kids along the way

Episode 93.5 // Friday Faith Followup
 
I feel totally overwhelmed by motherhood sometimes. Well, really, it’s probably most of the time! These little ones are SO important, and yet also SO draining of my emotions, my energy, and my focus. 
 
And I know that as a fellow Christian mom, you get it. 
 
I’m also a big fan of trying new things, finding resources that work, and not trying to live life all on my own. So in today’s episode, I’m sharing a few of my best resources to help you in the parenting journey. 
 
Let’s dive in!
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/093  
 
Resources for this episode:
Wish you could go deeper with your kids? Sign up for my FREE 5-day email course: 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/tools) 
Ever struggle with “mom anger” and that impatience and frustration that only our kids can bring up? Try the 40 Day Devotional on Anger & Emotional Control (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/anger40) 
Want to keep track of the “mini goals” you’re working on in your relationship with your kids? I love The Hope Planner for this! (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/resources) 
There are plenty of inexpensive, kid-centered resources in my Etsy shop! Try the 104 Activity Ideas for a Rainy Day, the Kids Weekly Planner, or the Faith Family Challenge to get started! (www.loveyourpeoplewell.etsy.com) 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

Parenting tips for the busy mom: 3 ways to love your kids well in the craziness of Christian family life (Foundational Pillars 101)

Episode 93 // If you’ve ever described yourself as a “busy mom” then today’s conversation is for you! When we’re busy, it can be a lot harder to stay intentional and focused on building great relationships with our kids. The schedule and daily exhaustion can overwhelm us!
 
But loving our kids is one of our top priorities as moms - and as a Christian mom, there is an extra joy and responsibility to disciple our kids throughout the busyness and brokenness of this world. 
 
So today, join me as we look at 3 ways to parent our kiddos well, with biblical encouragement and practical tips just for your Christian family!
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/093  
 
Resources for this episode:
Wish you could go deeper with your kids? Sign up for my FREE 5-day email course: 5 Tools Every Busy Mom Needs to Move Her Family From Autopilot to Intimacy (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/tools) 
Ever struggle with “mom anger” and that impatience and frustration that only our kids can bring up? Try the 40 Day Devotional on Anger & Emotional Control (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/anger40) 
Want to keep track of the “mini goals” you’re working on in your relationship with your kids? I love The Hope Planner for this! (www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/resources) 
There are plenty of inexpensive, kid-centered resources in my Etsy shop! Try the 104 Activity Ideas for a Rainy Day, the Kids Weekly Planner, or the Faith Family Challenge to get started! (www.loveyourpeoplewell.etsy.com) 
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

(F3) Trying to love your man well, despite how crazy life is? These 5 simple, low-cost ideas will help.

Episode 92.5 // Friday Faith Followup
 
When life is busy, it’s so helpful to find a good resource that can move things in the right direction. And with all of the time, emotion, and energy that we pour into our Christian marriages, we want to make sure we have the right tools to build and grow together!
 
In today’s short episode, I’m sharing 5 simple, practical, low-cost resources that will help YOU invest in your Christian marriage in all the right areas. 
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/092  
 
Resources for this episode:
Grab my FREE 10-Point Conflict Resolution Checklist
Deepen your marriage with the 40 Day Devotional on Communication
Make sure you ENJOY the physical intimacy in your marriage! Grab an e-course from Sheila Wray Gregoire for Christ-centered encouragement and help.
Head to your favorite bookstore or library and grab Tim Keller’s “The Meaning of Marriage” or Gary Thomas’s “Sacred Marriage” - both helpful and great!
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!

3 practical ways to invest in your Christian marriage and love your husband well during busy seasons of family life (Foundational Pillars 101)

Episode 92 // Did you know that, statistically, the hardest season of marriage is when you have young children in the home? The reality of life is that marriage takes work! It’s not always roses and butterflies. 
 
Even in a healthy Christian marriage, we are easily tempted to focus on other things ahead of our husbands - we get distracted by the kids, overwhelmed by the schedule, and frustrated with chores and communication breakdowns. 
 
So today, we’re looking at 3 practical ways you can love your husband well and invest in your Christian marriage - even when life feels distracting or discouraging. YOU can bless and strengthen your Christian family life by investing in your marriage relationship!
 
Let’s dive in.
 
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/092  
 
Resources for this episode:
Grab my FREE 10-Point Conflict Resolution Checklist
Deepen your marriage with the 40 Day Devotional on Communication
Make sure you ENJOY the physical intimacy in your marriage! Grab an e-course from Sheila Wray Gregoire for Christ-centered encouragement and help.
 
Love the show? I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople 
 
Join our community! You are invited to join our online Facebook Group where we engage, encourage, and equip one another in faith-centered family life. www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell  
 
Check out Love Your People Well’s best resources!
Freebies: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Devotionals: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals 
Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage
Quick Tools: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.etsy.com 
Everything: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources 
 
Disclaimers:
I am a licensed therapist, but this podcast is not therapy. If you’re thinking about counseling, get some helpful information at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/counseling. 
I am an affiliate for some of the products that I recommend. If you make a purchase through my link, I may earn a small commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love!