Love Your People Well - Christian Motherhood Tips, Marriage Help, and Family Relationship Building
Welcome to the podcast that helps you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships! As a marriage and family therapist, pastor’s wife, and mom of 4 little ones, I know the ups and downs of Christian family life can get overwhelming. We all get discouraged sometimes. And the busy world can distract us from what truly matters. That’s why every week here on the podcast, you’ll find biblical encouragement and practical tips to help you enjoy family life more. Together, we’ll deepen our marriages, strengthen our parenting, and find greater peace in the love of Christ. P.S. - Grab your freebies, devotionals, and more at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com Hugs & blessings, friend. I’ll talk to you soon! ~ Jess
Episodes
Friday Feb 25, 2022
Friday Feb 25, 2022
Episode 67.5 // Friday Faith Followup
This week, we’ve been celebrating 10,000 downloads of this podcast. WOW! Thank you for listening and for sharing with your friends! (And for entering the giveaway with your review in Apple Podcasts… details below!)
Today, we’re going deep into 4 specific routines that help me love MY people well. I want to love God, love myself, love my family, and love others well. Those are the pillars of this podcast, and the pillars of my personal life.
So as a follow-up to this week’s main episode on my Top 10 Life Lessons about loving our people well, I wanted to shared a more personal look at some of my routines that help me do that in my own household.
Ready, my friend? Let’s dive in.
To celebrate 10,000 downloads together, let me share THREE awesome things with you:
We’re doing a 10,000 Download GIVEAWAY! Just write a review in Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot before you hit “share” or submit, and then post that screenshot on Facebook or Instagram and TAG ME @loveyourpeoplewell - that tag is your entry into the giveaway! (more details in the episode)
There is a lot going on behind the scenes - adding NEW resources to help you go deeper in this journey of loving Christian family life. Grab all of our freebies and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources
We’ve got a lot of extra workshops, FB Lives, and encouragement going on inside our private Facebook Group over the next few months… and you’re invited! Join us at www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
With all of that in mind, don’t forget to grab the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/067
And if you love the show, I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople
All the usual 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 links, I may earn a commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love! (Or, that I created myself!)
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Episode 67 // It’s busy, hectic, and sometimes frustrating… but we all want to love our family life. We want to enjoy our people. We want to find peace and purpose at the end of a crazy day. We want to feel connected with our family.
Well, today I’ve got 10 tips - my Top 10 Life Lessons - to help you do all of that. To help you not only get through the busy days, but LOVE family life.
Ready to go deep with your favorite people??
Let’s dive in.
Oh yeah… and let’s not forget: This podcast just hit 10,000 downloads!!!
WHAT?!!? God is doing amazing things. This show would not be growing and fulfilling it’s mission and purpose without YOU. Thank you for listening and sharing with your friends!! Us busy Christian mamas have to stick together :-)
To celebrate together, let me share THREE awesome things with you:
We’re doing a 10,000 Download GIVEAWAY! Just write a review in Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot before you hit “share” or submit, and then post that screenshot on Facebook or Instagram and TAG ME @loveyourpeoplewell - that tag is your entry into the giveaway! (more details in the episode)
There is a lot going on behind the scenes - adding NEW resources to help you go deeper in this journey of loving Christian family life. Grab all of our freebies, new devotionals, and other recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/resources
We’ve got a lot of extra workshops, FB Lives, and encouragement going on inside our private Facebook Group over the next few months… and you’re invited! Join us at www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
With all of that in mind, don’t forget to grab the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/067
And if you love the show, I’d love your support with Buy Me a Coffee! www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople
All the usual 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 links, I may earn a commission. This is never at any additional cost to you, and I only recommend resources that I personally use or love! (Or, that I created myself.)
Friday Feb 18, 2022
Friday Feb 18, 2022
Episode 66.5 // Friday Faith Follow-up
Forgiveness is not easy! It is painful, difficult, and sometimes feels completely unfair. Yet, it is something that God calls us to - not only in our marriage, but in all relationships.
So today, in our follow-up to our discussion in Episode 66 about forgiveness, we’re looking at what the Bible says about it specifically. We’re diving into 3 biblical truths that we can cling to when forgiveness is difficult.
Let’s dive in.
See the full show notes for this week at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/066
Get all of our marriage resources right here: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Marriage
If you need help finding a great therapist to help you deal with unforgiveness in your marriage, check out www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Counseling
Join us inside the Facebook Group for ongoing support and encouragement: www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Episode 66 // “Forgive and forget” is a cliche that we’ve all heard. But is it true? Is it something that God wants us to do?
Forgiveness is incredibly hard, but it is also an absolutely necessary part of marriage. Especially within a Christian marriage! Today’s, we’re tackling the question: should we “forgive and forget” in our marriage? And as we forgive… how do we do it?
This is a tough topic, but will be such a blessing to you personally and to your marriage.
Let’s dive in.
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/066
Get all of our marriage resources right here: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Marriage
Resources mentioned in this episode:
40 Day Devotional on Communication in Marriage: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/marriage40
Join us inside the Facebook Group for ongoing support and encouragement: www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
If you need help finding a great therapist to help you deal with unforgiveness in your marriage, check out www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Counseling
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.
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Happy Valentine's Day, my friend!
In this special bonus episode, I'm sharing a recent Facebook Live recording that I did inside our private online community. As we celebrate Valentine's Day, I wanted to share some reflections and encouragement on what love really looks like.
Ready to be encouraged in your spiritual growth, family life, and intimacy with the Lord?
Let's dive in!
Don't forget, you can join us in the FB Group right here: www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a written review in Apple Podcasts and share the link with a friend!
It's Valentine's Day... grab all of our marriage resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/Marriage
Connect with me on social @loveyourpeoplewell
Want to support this podcast? You can "buy me a coffee" at www.buymeacoffee.com/loveyourpeople
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Episode 65.5 // Friday Faith Follow-up
Communication can be tough - especially in marriage. We’re with each other every day, seeing each other at our best and worst, when we have energy and when we’re totally exhausted. Can we really connect and communicate well on a regular basis?
Of course we can. But yes, it takes work!
In today’s bonus episode, I’m sharing the details of my FAVORITE couples therapy communication exercise. It will definitely be helpful for you and your husband (and probably with other people too) even if your communication is generally pretty good. It will help each of you to feel heard, valued, and understood.
Sounds great, right? So let’s dive in!
Get our new 40 Day Devotional on Communication in Marriage: www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/marriage40
Boost physical intimacy in your marriage with my recommended courses from Sheila Wray Gregoire: www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/marriage
If you enjoy the podcast, please scroll back up and leave a 5-star written review!
YOU’RE INVITED to join us inside our private Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
And you can always hang out with me on Instagram! @loveyourpeoplewell
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Tuesday Feb 08, 2022
Episode 65 // Ah, communication. Such a simple word for such a complicated part of life. At least, a potentially complicated part of life.
As a counselor, I spent a Lot Of Time helping couples strengthen or improve their communication patterns. There is a lot that could be said about communication in marriage! Today, we’re looking at 4 big pieces of the puzzle. Four big reasons why couples struggle to communicate well… and, of course, some practical tips for what to do about each problem.
If communication is great in your marriage, that’s awesome. Listen in for encouragement and tips! If communication is a struggle in your marriage, you’re not alone. Dive in with me to better understand what’s going on and what you can do about it.
Ready? Let’s dive in, friend.
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/065
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Get our new 40 Day Devotional on Communication in Marriage: www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/marriage40
Grab the free 10-point Conflict Resolution checklist: www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/conflict
Boost physical intimacy in your marriage with my recommended courses from Sheila Wray Gregoire: www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/marriage
If you enjoy the podcast, please scroll back up and leave a 5-star written review!
YOU’RE INVITED to join us inside our private Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
And you can always hang out with me on Instagram! @loveyourpeoplewell
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 may be an affiliate for some of the resources above and may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through my link. This is at no additional cost to you!
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Episode 64.5 // Friday Faith Follow-up
This week has been all about physical intimacy in our marriages… a fun topic for all of us wives! Or at the very least, an important topic for all of us.
But it’s not only important to us and our husbands. It’s important to our God.
Today, we’re looking at 5 reasons why God cares about the purity and enjoyment of your marriage’s physical intimacy. Be encouraged and lifted up in your faith today as we consider God’s plan for our marriages.
Let’s dive in.
Get more resources for your marriage at this week’s full show notes: www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/064
Two resources that I’d recommend to help you in your marriage:
Grab the BRAND NEW 40 Day Devotional on Communication in Your Marriage! www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/marriage40
If you want help for your marriage’s sexual intimacy, check out my favorite digital courses from the “Christian sex lady” Shiela Wray Gregoire.
(I am an affiliate for her courses, because I think they’re great! At no extra cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase through my link.)
Of course, you can always grab all the freebies online at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Tuesday Feb 01, 2022
Episode 64 // We’re building up our marriages this week, my friends, so get ready for some fun application that you’re sure to enjoy! Over the next 3 weeks, we’re tackling the 3 most common issues that come up in marriage therapy: sex, communication, and forgiveness.
Today, we’re diving into physical intimacy within your marriage, with some fun and spicy tips from a Christian marriage therapist… that’s me! I know you’ll enjoy putting a few of these ideas into action. Don’t worry, everything is G-rated and these are tips I’ve seen work for so many couples. I know you’re a busy Christian mama, but we can’t forget to also invest in the intimacy in our marriages.
Ready, friends? Let’s dive in.
Get the FULL show notes with episode highlights and recommended resources at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/064
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Grab the BRAND NEW 40 Day Devotional on Communication in Your Marriage! www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/marriage40
If you want help for your marriage’s sexual intimacy, check out my favorite digital courses from the “Christian sex lady” Sheila Wray Gregoire.
Don’t forget to join us inside the private Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
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 may be an affiliate with some of the resources mentioned above. This means I will earn a small commission if you make a purchase through my link, at no additional cost to you.
Friday Jan 28, 2022
Friday Jan 28, 2022
Episode 63.5 // Friday Faith Follow-up
Ah, the dream of a peaceful home. You know what? The best way to achieve this dream is to work on becoming a peaceMAKER in your home.
In this quick follow-up episode, we’re turning to Jesus’ famous Sermon on the Mount to explore one of his beatitudes: “Blessed are the peacemakers.” Why does He say this? How do we become a peacemaker in our home?
Let’s dive in!
Struggling to find peace or become a peacemaker? Get the 40 Day Devotional on Anger & Emotional Control at www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/anger40
Join us inside the private Facebook Group! www.facebook.com/groups/loveyourpeoplewell
Grab our FREE Conflict Resolution Checklist at www.loveyourpeoplewell.com/conflict