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

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

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 resources that I mention in the episode, you can find the links below. And now, as they say… on with the show!
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:
My Etsy shop with quick printable Father’s Day gifts (all under $5!)
FREE Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet
Resources for your Marriage
 
RELATED podcast episodes & blogposts:
Read: 9 Hot Tips To Make Sure Your Christian Marriage Intimacy Is Amazing In The Bedroom
Read: Handling Parenting Conflict As A Strong Parenting Team
Listen: EP #149 A Prayer For Deeper Intimacy In Your Christian Family Relationships
Listen: EP #119 Having Fun With Your Christian Family: How To Get Quality Time Even When Life Is Busy
 
FIND GREAT RESOURCES to help you enjoy Christian family life:
Manage Emotions
Communicate Well
Fruitful Faith
Happy Marriage
Joyful Parenting
Home & Family Life
 
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON (and enjoy our monthly challenges!)
 
GRAB A QUICK PRINTABLE in my Etsy shop (most items under $5!)
 
FIND THE PERFECT DEVOTIONAL (dealing with many family-related topics)
 
I’d love your encouragement with a 5-star written review! And make sure to copy the link to this episode and text it to a friend to encourage her too.
 
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DISCLAIMERS: I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life while raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships - with Jesus at the center of it all.
 
✨ Grab tons of free resources, devotionals, and biblical encouragement at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨
 
 

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

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 where worry, fear, and anxiety take over. But the Lord promises us peace. When we struggle, we can turn to him in prayer. 
 
Let’s do that today, shall we? 
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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✨ Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show and dive into our June 2024 focus area - a 30-Day Challenge For Family Quality Time! ✨
 
RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:
Free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Guide
Devotional Workbook: Finding Your Identity In Christ
40 Day Devotional on Anger & Emotional Control
 
RELATED podcast episodes & blogposts:
Listen: EP #133 Help! How Do I Control My Anxiety As A Christian Mom?
Listen: EP #134 God’s Promise, Peace, and Presence In Your Anxiety 
Read: 13 Secret Weapons For How To Stop Negative Overthinking
Read: The 5 Best Bible Verses For Anxiety And Overwhelm
 
FIND GREAT RESOURCES to help you enjoy Christian family life:
Manage Emotions
Communicate Well
Fruitful Faith
Happy Marriage
Joyful Parenting
Home & Family Life
 
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON (and enjoy our monthly challenges!)
 
GRAB A QUICK PRINTABLE in my Etsy shop (most items under $5!)
 
FIND THE PERFECT DEVOTIONAL (dealing with many family-related topics)
 
I’d love your encouragement with a 5-star written review! And make sure to copy the link to this episode and text it to a friend to encourage her too.
 
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DISCLAIMERS: I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life while raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships - with Jesus at the center of it all.
✨ Grab tons of free resources, devotionals, and biblical encouragement at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨

Reflections On Gospel Hope As An Overwhelmed Mom

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, join me in a real-time reflection and processing after my own hard morning with my 4 little ones, as I try to find gospel hope in a hard moment. It’s real-time, real-life, so you’ll hear some little kid and outside noises in this one :-) But hey, you’re a mom, you get it! 
 
Join me for gospel hope and encouragement today!
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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✨ Join us inside our Patreon community to support the show and dive into our June 2024 focus area - a 30-Day Challenge For Family Quality Time! ✨
 
RELATED podcast episodes & blogposts:
Listen: EP #188 How The Sermon On The Mount Will Change Your Parenting
Listen: EP # 182 Feeling Like A Burnt Out Mom? Tips To Enjoy Family Life More
Read: How To Stop Being A Grumpy Mom (Even With Cranky Kids)
Read: Feeling Like A Stressed Out Mom? Try These 9 Helpful Tips
 
FIND GREAT RESOURCES to help you enjoy Christian family life:
Manage Emotions
Communicate Well
Fruitful Faith
Happy Marriage
Joyful Parenting
Home & Family Life
 
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON (and enjoy our monthly challenges!)
 
GRAB A QUICK PRINTABLE in my Etsy shop (most items under $5!)
 
FIND THE PERFECT DEVOTIONAL (dealing with many family-related topics)
 
I’d love your encouragement with a 5-star written review! And make sure to copy the link to this episode and text it to a friend to encourage her too.
 
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DISCLAIMERS: I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life while raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships - with Jesus at the center of it all.
 
✨ Grab tons of free resources, devotionals, and biblical encouragement at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨

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

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 child is 4 of 14.
 
Plus, stay for the end to hear a few ideas for how I manage my own frustration, so I can get up and do these 3 simple relationship-building activities even when the whining is pushing my buttons.
 
If your child never whines, this episode is not for you. But please, email me YOUR tips if that’s you! For the rest of us… let’s remember: every child whines sometimes. We whine too on occasion. But there are helpful things we can do - and these 3 ideas are a great place to start.
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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✨ Our current CHALLENGE inside the Faith Fiver Club is one I’m super excited about - Living Out The Beatitudes. Join us! ✨
 
RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:
FREE 51 Self Care Ideas List
FREE Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet
 
RELATED blog posts:
How To Deal With Cranky Kids And Be A Peace-Filled Mom In The Middle Of It All (blog)
Christian Moms Need To Learn How To Control Anger Too (blog)
Feeling Like A Stressed Out Mom? Try These 9 Helpful Tips. (blog)
 
FIND GREAT RESOURCES to help you enjoy Christian family life:
Manage Emotions
Communicate Well
Fruitful Faith
Happy Marriage
Joyful Parenting
Home & Family Life
 
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON (and enjoy our monthly challenges!)
 
GRAB A QUICK PRINTABLE in my Etsy shop (most items under $5!)
 
FIND THE PERFECT DEVOTIONAL (dealing with many family-related topics)
 
I’d love your encouragement with a 5-star written review! And make sure to copy the link to this episode and text it to a friend to encourage her too.
 
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DISCLAIMERS: I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life while raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships - with Jesus at the center of it all.
 
✨ Grab tons of free resources, devotionals, and biblical encouragement at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨

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

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 with you.
And then, let's enjoy this special day with our favorite little people!
hugs & blessings,
Jess
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❤️ Grab plenty of freebies, a devotional, or simply find encouragement for the family relationship struggles you're working through - all over at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com 
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Feeling Overwhelmed? How To Stand Firm In The Storms Of Life As A Christian Family

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 feel less surprised and stressed? How do we stay connected with our husband and kids when everything feels overwhelming?
 
Join me, friend, for some biblical encouragement and a few practical action steps you can take TODAY to be ready for the storm that will one day come - so you can keep right on enjoying family life instead of getting swept away in the overwhelm of it all.
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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✨ Our current CHALLENGE inside the Faith Fiver Club is one I’m super excited about - Living Out The Beatitudes. Join us! ✨
 
RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:
Free Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet
Free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Guide
Grab the 30-day challenge Building Spiritual Disciplines For The Christian Life
 
RELATED blog posts:
Feeling Like A Burnt Out Mom? Here’s How To Enjoy Family Life More (blog)
Tips For Setting Healthy Boundaries When You’re Feeling Burned Out (blog)
Stop Feeling So Stressed Out! Try These 9 Helpful Tips (blog)
 
FIND GREAT RESOURCES to help you enjoy Christian family life:
Manage Emotions
Communicate Well
Fruitful Faith
Happy Marriage
Joyful Parenting
Home & Family Life
 
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON (and enjoy our monthly challenges!)
 
GRAB A QUICK PRINTABLE in my Etsy shop (most items under $5!)
 
FIND THE PERFECT DEVOTIONAL (dealing with many family-related topics)
 
I’d love your encouragement with a 5-star written review! And make sure to copy the link to this episode and text it to a friend to encourage her too.
 
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DISCLAIMERS: I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life while raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships - with Jesus at the center of it all.
 
✨ Grab tons of free resources, devotionals, and biblical encouragement at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨

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

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.
 
Today on the podcast, we’ll look at 4 big things that Jesus tells us to do in the Sermon on the Mount. Four things that will help us to STOP worrying so much and start TRUSTING GOD more - in the big and the small, the good and the hard.
 
Ready? Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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✨ Our current CHALLENGE inside the Faith Fiver Club is one I’m super excited about - Living Out The Beatitudes. Join us! ✨
 
RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:
Free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Guide
Grab the 30-day challenge Building Spiritual Disciplines For The Christian Life
 
RELATED blog posts:
A Christian Counselor’s Best Tips For How To Control Anxiety (blog)
The Christian Mom’s 5 Best Bible Verses For Anxiety (blog)
God’s Powerful Promise When You’re Dealing With Anxiety As A Christian Mom (blog)
 
FIND GREAT RESOURCES to help you enjoy Christian family life:
Manage Emotions
Communicate Well
Fruitful Faith
Happy Marriage
Joyful Parenting
Home & Family Life
 
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON (and enjoy our monthly challenges!)
 
GRAB A QUICK PRINTABLE in my Etsy shop (most items under $5!)
 
FIND THE PERFECT DEVOTIONAL (dealing with many family-related topics)
 
I’d love your encouragement with a 5-star written review! And make sure to copy the link to this episode and text it to a friend to encourage her too.
 
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DISCLAIMERS: I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life while raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships - with Jesus at the center of it all.
 
✨ Grab tons of free resources, devotionals, and biblical encouragement at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨

Biblical Keys You Need For Stronger Family Relationships

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 mystery. God gives us everything we need for life and happiness - including some very important keys for our family relationships
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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✨ Our current CHALLENGE inside the Faith Fiver Club is one I’m super excited about - Living Out The Beatitudes. Join us! ✨
 
RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:
Free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Guide
Free ebook Building YOur Mom Toolbox
Keep Your Cool, Mama! 40-Day Devotional
 
RELATED blog posts:
10 Great Bible Verses For Your Home & Family (blog)
4 Key Questions Every Mom Must Answer In Order To Build Great Family Relationships (blog)
 
FIND GREAT RESOURCES to help you enjoy Christian family life:
Manage Emotions
Communicate Well
Fruitful Faith
Happy Marriage
Joyful Parenting
Home & Family Life
 
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON (and enjoy our monthly challenges!)
 
GRAB A QUICK PRINTABLE in my Etsy shop (most items under $5!)
 
FIND THE PERFECT DEVOTIONAL (dealing with many family-related topics)
 
I’d love your encouragement with a 5-star written review! And make sure to copy the link to this episode and text it to a friend to encourage her too.
 
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DISCLAIMERS: I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life while raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships - with Jesus at the center of it all.
✨ Grab tons of free resources, devotionals, and biblical encouragement at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨

8 Incredible Blessings That Jesus Wants Every Christian Family To Enjoy

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 encouraging look at the INCREDIBLE blessings that Jesus has for you, friend.
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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✨ Our current CHALLENGE inside the Faith Fiver Club is one I’m super excited about - Living Out The Beatitudes. Join us! ✨
 
RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:
Free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Guide
Finding Your Identity in Christ devotional workbook
 
RELATED blog posts:
The Ultimate Guide To How A Wise Woman Builds Her Home (blog)
5 Great Scriptures To Pray For Your Family (blog)
 
FIND GREAT RESOURCES to help you enjoy Christian family life:
Manage Emotions
Communicate Well
Fruitful Faith
Happy Marriage
Joyful Parenting
Home & Family Life
 
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON
 
GRAB A QUICK PRINTABLE in my Etsy shop
 
FIND THE PERFECT DEVOTIONAL
 
I’d love your encouragement with a 5-star written review! And make sure to copy the link to this episode and text it to a friend to encourage her too.
 
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DISCLAIMERS: I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life while raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships - with Jesus at the center of it all.
 
✨ Grab tons of free resources, devotionals, and biblical encouragement at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨

How The Sermon On The Mount Will Change Your Parenting

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 counter-cultural and life-changing. 
 
But it isn’t exactly easy to live out. 
 
Join me today for a look at how this powerful sermon from our Lord can change you - and change your family relationships - for the better.
 
Let’s dive in.
 
hugs & blessings,
Jess
 
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✨ Our next CHALLENGE inside the Faith Fiver Club is one I’m super excited about - Living Out The Beatitudes. Join us! ✨
 
RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:
Free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible & Prayer Guide
Finding Your Identity in Christ devotional workbook
 
RELATED blog posts:
The Ultimate Guide To How A Wise Woman Builds Her Home (blog)
5 Great Scriptures To Pray For Your Family (blog)
 
FIND GREAT RESOURCES to help you enjoy Christian family life:
Manage Emotions
Communicate Well
Fruitful Faith
Happy Marriage
Joyful Parenting
Home & Family Life
 
SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON
 
GRAB A QUICK PRINTABLE in my Etsy shop
 
FIND THE PERFECT DEVOTIONAL
 
I’d love your encouragement with a 5-star written review! And make sure to copy the link to this episode and text it to a friend to encourage her too.
 
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DISCLAIMERS: I am a licensed therapist in South Carolina, but this podcast is not therapy. I may use affiliate links and earn a small commission if you purchase through my links. Read my full disclaimers here.
 
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Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life while raising little ones at home. Together, we’re building healthy, happy, and holy family relationships - with Jesus at the center of it all.
✨ Grab tons of free resources, devotionals, and biblical encouragement at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com ✨