Love Your People Well | A Therapist’s Tips For Christian Mom Life, Marriage Help, And Family Relationships — Podcast

301 // A Happy Christian Home Rests On A Fruitful Faith Life 25.09.2026 17min

Deepen your faith journey with spiritual growth resources at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/faith Episode 301 // We’re closing out this year with a walk through the 6 core foundations of a happy, healthy, and holy Christian family. And today we’re starting at the most foundational: our own personal spiritual growth. I call this the foundation of a Fruitful Faith. Why does this matter? How do we grow spiritually when life is so busy? Well, let’s start today by opening the Bible together to find encouragement, some needed reality checks, and godly wisdom. Let’s dive into Part 1 of the Fruitful Faith conversation. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Build your own habit of Bible reading and prayer with the FREE Holy Habits 45-Day Bible and Prayer Guide: LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits DEVOTIONAL: Build your faith with the devotional workbook Finding Your Identity In Christ at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/identity RELATED ON THE PODCAST: What Does Intentional Living Look Like As A Christian Mom? (EP 282) RELATED ON THE BLOG: You Need To Read Your Bible More: Why, How, & Practical Tips For Busy Christian Moms GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab special bonuses throughout the month! Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

300 // How To Be A Happy Christian Mom (6 Core Truths) + Some Life Updates! 18.09.2026 29min

Find a freebie to support happy Christian family life at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free Episode 300 // What?! Episode 300?! Friends, I’m glad you are here. Today I want to share some life updates (where have I been?), some podcast updates (where are we going?) - and I want to encourage all of us with a back-to-the-basics review of the 6 CORE truths for healthy, happy, and holy Christian family life. Parenting can be hard, Christian faithfulness can be hard, marriage can be hard… but friends, we have Jesus in it with us. We have the hope and truth of the Bible. Today, I want to bring biblical encouragement and practical wisdom, so we can stand firm and stay the course together in loving our people well! Thanks for listening - perhaps even for 300 episodes! Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Lots of free resources for you at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free DEVOTIONAL: Several deeper devotionals are available at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals RELATED ON THE PODCAST: How Romans 12 Helps Me Be A Better Christian Mom (EP 181) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 10 Great Bible Verses For Your Home And Family GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

299 // What You Praise Is What You Will Prioritize: Psalm 93 (Summertime In The Psalms) 24.07.2026 19min

Get your family ready for the new Fall season with the devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy. Episode 299 // In Psalm 93, we see such a beautiful picture of praise to our God and King. But can we really get “action steps” for our life today when we read psalms like this? When we just pause and focus on praising God? Absolutely! These types of Bible passages are NOT separate from our everyday lives. In fact, what we praise will directly shape who we are, what we do, and how we approach family life. So join me today as we look at Psalm 93 together - short, beautiful, meaningful - and let’s seek the Lord’s wisdom together. Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Build your own daily Bible habit with the free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible and Prayer Guide at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits DEVOTIONAL: Go deeper for your family with the devotional workbook “Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/home RELATED ON THE PODCAST: A Real Life Mom-To-Mom Chat About My Stressful Summer And The Sweet Gift Of The Psalms (EP 203) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 5 Practical Action Steps For When You’re Feeling Discouraged (Studying Psalm 62) GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

298 // Why We Need The Gospel In Our Homes: The Fools Of Psalm 53 (Summertime In The Psalms) 17.07.2026 19min

Build a holy habit with daily Bible reading and prayer - Grab my 45 Day Guide at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits Episode 298 // Let’s continue our July “Summertime In The Psalms” series with Psalm 53 today. As Christian moms, we can gain a great deal of wisdom from looking at how fools live their own lives, which is exactly what David focuses on here in this psalm. This is a short but powerful psalm, and I’ve got 2 big take-aways for you that should shape every Christian home. We want to enjoy family life, but that will only truly happen when we are seeking God’s face, following his plans, and living by his wisdom. Each summer, I like to take a few weeks to dive into the Psalms. To consider the wisdom of this ancient poetry and how it shapes our view of a godly, happy Christian home today. Join me today, friends! hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Build your own daily Bible habit with the free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible and Prayer Guide at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits DEVOTIONAL: Build the home life you long for with my devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/home RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Psalm 1: Who Is Influencing Your Children? (Summertime In The Psalms Series) (EP 256) RELATED ON THE BLOG: Faith-Based Parenting When Life Is Overwhelming GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

297 // Careful To Live A Blameless Life: Wisdom From Psalm 101 (Summertime in The Psalms) 10.07.2026 19min

Deepen your intimacy with Jesus with the “Finding Your Identity In Christ” devotional workbook. Episode 297 // We are diving into our July “Summertime In The Psalms” series with Psalm 101 today! This is such a beautiful (and short) psalm where we see the connection between what we praise, what we prioritize, and how that plays out day by day to impact us and our families. Join me today for a look through Psalm 101, and I’ll close with 5 key take-aways that will help each of us more fully live out the family life we want. Ready? Let’s jump in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Build your own daily Bible habit with the free Holy Habits 45-Day Bible and Prayer Guide at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/holy-habits DEVOTIONAL: Build intimacy with Jesus with my devotional workbook “Finding Your Identiy In Christ” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/identity RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Psalm 90: Do You Have A Heart Of Wisdom? (EP 259) RELATED ON THE BLOG: A Biblical Picture Of Godly Relationships In A Christian Home GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

296 // 6 (Free) Things Your Husband Really Wants For Father’s Day 16.06.2026 19min

Find your Christ-centered marriage resources at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage. Episode 296 // Ever find yourself wondering what your husband really wants for Father’s Day, his birthday, or any other special event? It doesn’t even have to cost money. Today, I’ll share 6 tips - from my years as a marriage therapist and my years as a happily married wife - to help you get a little peak inside his brain to know what to get him. Right in time for Father’s Day this weekend! Ready? Let’s jump in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Grab my free Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/conflict DEVOTIONAL: Deepen your marriage communication with my “Communicating To Connect” 40-day devotional for wives - Visit LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/marriage40 INTIMACY: Find online Christian intimacy support in my resources list at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Going Deeper In Your Marriage: Why, How, And Handling Vulnerability Well (EP 279) RELATED ON THE BLOG: How To Encourage Your Husband On Father’s Day GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

295 // What We Do Instead Of Date Nights To Keep Our Christian Marriage Strong (Even With 4 Little Kids) 03.06.2026 24min

Visit LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage for my top resources, tips, and recommendations for 15+ years as a marriage therapist! Episode 295 // Date nights are wonderful, but my husband and I don’t do them very regularly. Yet, we have a very happy marriage! Even during the crazy season of 4 little kids at home. Today, I’ll share my personal experience (and my marriage therapist experience!) around how we handle date nights and what we do to keep our marriage strong. There’s no need to cancel your date nights, but I hope these rhythms and tips that I share will help you and your husband stay connected whether the date nights are happening or not. Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Grab my free Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/conflict DEVOTIONAL: Deepen your marriage communication with my “Communicating To Connect” 40-day devotional for wives - Visit LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/marriage40 INTIMACY: Find online Christian intimacy support in my resources list at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/marriage RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Strengthening Your Christian Marriage In A Hard Season (EP 269) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 29 Steamy Tips For An Amazing Married Date Night GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

294 // Quick Ways To Boost Connection With Your Family 27.05.2026 24min

“Joy In The Journey” is a 40-day devotional for finding biblical joy in hard seasons of motherhood. Visit www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/motherhood40 Episode 294 // Summer is here, and it’s an excellent time for deepening your family bond and having fun together! Instead of getting distracted by the many activities, camps, trips, and summertime busyness, today I want to share some classic, easy, every-day ideas to strengthen your family relationships. I’ll share 9 practical tips today that will help not only during the summer, but all year long. Let’s love our people WELL every day. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Grab my free ebook: “Building Your Mom Toolbox” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/tools DEVOTIONAL: Joy In The Journey is a 40-day devotional for finding biblical joy in hard seasons of motherhood. Visit www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/motherhood40 RELATED ON THE PODCAST: 5 Scriptures That Show Us What A Good Parent Looks Like (EP 235) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 12 Easy Ways To Give More Positive Attention To Your Family GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

293 // Taking Your (Negative, Overwhelming) Thoughts Captive To Christ 13.05.2026 20min

Go deeper with the Lord with my devotional workbook “Finding Your Identity In Christ” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/identity Episode 293 // Negative thoughts usually come with many emotions attached to them. We struggle with angry thoughts, anxious thoughts, bitter thoughts, shameful thoughts… yet, God tells us in the Bible to “take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” How?! That sounds great, but it can feel impossible. Today, I want to share some practical tips from my work as a Christian mental health counselor to help you actually live this out. Real-life action steps for how to take your negative thoughts captive, and what it looks like for our thought life to be obedient to Christ. Ready, friend? Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Grab my free mom journaling prompts at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/journaling DEVOTIONAL: Go deeper with the Lord with my devotional workbook “Finding Your Identity In Christ” at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/identity RELATED ON THE PODCAST: How To Stop Negative Thinking And Change Direction (EP 271) RELATED ON THE BLOG: The Best Exercises To Stop Negative Thinking In Its Tracks GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

292 // Conquering 9 Triggers For Conflict In Your Christian Home 06.05.2026 17min

Dive into biblical ways to manage your anger and impatience with my “Keep Your Cool, Mama!” devotional. Episode 292 // One of the biggest threats to happy family life is… conflict. We all deal with disagreements, but that doesn’t mean we are required to argue, get angry, and yell. It is possible to manage conflict in a healthy, biblical way that actually BUILDS your relationship. But it’s easiest and best to AVOID conflict when you can. It feels better, it keeps the calm, and it doesn’t mean we are avoiding important topics - it means we are approaching them at the right time, in a healthy way, for a productive conversation. So join me today as we look at 9 common triggers for conflict, with two acronyms that will help you remember! hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Grab my free Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/conflict DEVOTIONAL: Find my “Keep Your Cool, Mama!” 40-day devotional on managing anger and impatience, at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/shop/anger40 RELATED ON THE PODCAST: End Conflict In Your Marriage Quickly (EP 252) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 6 Tips For How To Stop Being Passive Aggressive In Your Home GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

291 // Celebrating, Reflecting, Prioritizing… And Following The Lord One Step At A Time 29.04.2026 16min

Episode 291 // Friend, we are celebrating 100,000 podcast downloads today! WOW. That is incredible. And that makes it a great time to pause and reflect together on the BIG KEYS to happy, healthy, and holy Christian family life. Today, join me for some reflections on this online ministry as well as encouragement as we look at how to zoom in on what really matters for your family life. With 15+ years as a marriage and family therapist, plus my own life experience as a pastor’s wife and mom of 4 little kids, I am so thankful the Lord is using my knowledge and experiences to help moms just like you! Thank you for listening - and I hope you’ll leave a 5-star review and written review of the show right now to celebrate with me! hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Find all my free resources at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/free DEVOTIONAL: Find my devotionals at LoveYourPeopleWell.com/devotionals RELATED ON THE PODCAST: A Summer Of Self-Reflection: Tips, Strategies, And Resources From A Christian Family Therapist Perspective (EP 253) RELATED ON THE BLOG: The Ultimate Guide For How A Wise Woman Builds Her Home GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

290 // Our Motives, Our Plans, And God’s Best For Us As Christian Moms (Intentional Living PT 9) 01.04.2026 22min

Grab the devotional workbook: Building A Home of Godliness And Joy Episode 290 // What are the motives of your heart? Why do you focus on the priorities that you do? How are your plans shaped by the Lord? Many proverbs focus on wisdom and how to live our lives well. But one in particular always stands out to me. Proverbs 16:1-9 reminds us so clearly that God cares about our hearts, our motives for why we do the things we do. So today, we’re taking a look at these verses and pulling out 5 meaningful reflections that we should wrestle through with the Lord. We want to enjoy family life, and we must live intentionally if that’s going to happen… so let’s reflect purposefully with the Lord. This is Part 9, the finale of our series “Intentional Living As A Christian Mom.” Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU EASTER: Grab my Easter Scripture resources and devotionals at loveyourpeoplewell.com/holidays FREE: Get my free journaling prompts at loveyourpeoplewell.com/journaling DEVOTIONAL: Dive into God’s Word for wisdom in building a happy home life with my devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy at loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/home RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Want To Enjoy Home Life With Your Christian Family? Be The Wise Woman In Proverbs 14:1.(EP 114) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 4 Christian Journaling Prompts To Help You Build Great Family Relationships GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

289 // 5 Priorities For A Happy Christian Home… It Doesn’t Happen On Its Own (Intentional Living PT 8) 11.03.2026 29min

Find my Easter Scripture Cards and Devotional right here. Episode 289 // We all want a happy home life. A happy marriage. Happy kids. A family life filled with peace, joy, connection, and fun. It doesn’t happen by accident, friend. There’s no magic wand. We can’t think that working all day, scrolling on our phones, and feeding the kids enough vegetables will help us bond and enjoy our family. God alone has the keys to happy Christian family life. Today, we will dive into Colossians 3 and pull out 5 specific action steps that will get us there. The Lord isn’t trying to hide his wisdom or make us suffer through trial and error in our homes. He has the words of eternal life - and the words of peace and blessing for our families. Join me! This is Part 8 of our series “Intentional Living As A Christian Mom.” Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU EASTER: Grab my Easter Scripture resources and devotionals at loveyourpeoplewell.com/holidays FREE: Build a Bible reading habit for yourself with my FREE 45-day guide: loveyourpeoplewell.com/holy-habits DEVOTIONAL: Dive into God’s Word for wisdom in building a happy home life with my devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy at loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/home RELATED ON THE PODCAST: 6 Scriptures You Can’t Ignore If You Want A Christ-Like Home (EP 266) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 5 Powerful Bible Verses To Improve Your Family Relationships GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

288 // How To Stop Worrying And Enjoy Today More (Intentional Living PT 7) 04.03.2026 26min

Find my Easter Scripture Cards and Devotional right here. Episode 288 // One of the things that really steals our joy is WORRY. No one intentionally tries to worry about things… but it sneaks up on us. It comes from every angle. It feels so normal in today’s world. But it’s not God’s plan for his people - and it is stealing your joy and peace in family life today. What can we do?! Well, today I want to talk through Jesus’ wisdom for us in Matthew 6. Plus, I’ll share 6 practical ideas from my counseling work that will help you with the “how to” of trying to stop worrying. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Let’s focus intentionally on today, use this time well, and trust God to handle the rest. This is Part 7 of our series “Intentional Living As A Christian Mom.” Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU EASTER: Grab my Easter Scripture resources and devotionals at loveyourpeoplewell.com/holidays FREE: Grab my free Christian mom journaling prompts at loveyourpeoplewell.com/journaling DEVOTIONAL: Dive into God’s Word for wisdom in building a happy home life with my devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy at loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/home RELATED ON THE PODCAST: God’s Promise, Peace, and Presence In Your Anxiety (EP 134) RELATED ON THE BLOG: How To Trust God More And Worry Less GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

287 // How Can Christian Moms Gain A Heart Of Wisdom? (Intentional Living PT 6) 18.02.2026 18min

Strengthen family life with the devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy. Episode 287 // Time passes by much faster than we think it will. It can feel sad to reflect on how quickly our children are growing and how fast each season of life speeds by. But part of the WISDOM in living intentionally is being realistic about our time. It helps us to cherish the time and take each season of life seriously. We can’t get time back, and we can’t make it slow down, but we can make it count for everything God intends. Join me today to dive into Psalm 90:12 and find encouragement in the the moment of family life God has you in today. This is Part 6 of our series “Intentional Living As A Christian Mom.” Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Grab my free ebook Building Your Mom Toolbox: Get Out Of The Rut And Reconnect at loveyourpeoplewell.com/tools DEVOTIONAL: Dive into God’s Word for wisdom in building a happy home life with my devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy at loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/home RELATED ON THE PODCAST: 10 Quick Wins For Reducing Stress And Enjoying Christian Family Life More (EP 273) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 6 Scriptures You Can’t Ignore If Your Want A Christ-Like Home GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

286 // Key Questions Christian Wives Must Ask Themselves (Intentional Living PT 5) 11.02.2026 22min

Biblical marriage resources from a Christian marriage therapist. Episode 286 // I want a happy marriage. A godly marriage. What about you? It’s not a trick question! Of course you want a marriage filled with good things. A marriage of trust, partnership, and joy. Today, I want to share some helpful questions we can ask ourselves as Christian wives, and 4 key take-aways from Proverbs 31 and the wisdom we find there about the marriage relationship. Enjoying our family life starts with our marriage. With intimacy, connection, unity, and faithfulness. Join me for some encouragement and tips today. This is Part 5 of our series “Intentional Living As A Christian Mom.” Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Grab my free Conflict Resolution Cheat Sheet at loveyourpeoplewell.com/conflict DEVOTIONAL: Build marriage communication with my 40-day devotional Communicating To Connect at loveyourpeoplewell.com/shop/marriage40 INTIMACY: Enjoy intimacy more with private online Christian courses from Sheila Wray Gregoire. RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Do These 3 Things Today To Build A Happier Christian Marriage (EP 230) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 5 Powerful Bible Verses To Improve Your Family Relationships GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

285 // Fighting Distraction And Discouragement In Christian Family Life (Intentional Living PT 4) 04.02.2026 26min

Find more biblical joy in hard seasons of motherhood with my 40-day “Joy In The Journey” devotional. Episode 285 // If we want to truly enjoy Christian family life, we have to be intentional about how we approach our busy days. Marriage and motherhood are a long road. There are ups and downs and twists and turns. But the Lord has great wisdom for us in how to enjoy that long and windy road. Today, we’ll dive into Hebrews 12:1-3 to find three keys for intentional living. Not only that, but I’ll share 10 super practical tips for how to actually live this out when you’re busy, tired, and struggling - tips from my 10+ years as a marriage and family therapist (and my own family life!). Are you ready, friend? This is Part 4 of our series “Intentional Living As A Christian Mom.” Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Grab your conflict resolution cheat sheet, Bible and prayer guide, and more freebies at loveyourpeoplewell.com/free DEVOTIONAL: Learn biblical wisdom for emotional control, spiritual identity, marriage communication, and more at loveyourpeoplewell.com/devotionals RELATED ON THE PODCAST: RELATED ON THE BLOG: GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

284 // Are You Making The Most Of Every Opportunity In Your Christian Family? (Intentional Living PT 3) 28.01.2026 21min

Build A Home Of Godliness And Joy with the devotional workbook. Episode 284 // Want the key to enjoying family life? It’s not a secret. In fact, it’s right in Ephesians 5, in a short and simple passage we’ll be looking at together today. The Lord tells us to “be very careful, then, how you live - not as unwise but as wise.” He gives us opportunities to love our family and deepen our relationships - this is how we enjoy them more! He makes his will known to us in the Bible, and when we are wise, we pay attention and live it out. Of course, simple does not mean easy. “The days are evil,” the same Bible passage tells us. Family relationships include miscommunication, disappointment, stress, and overwhelm. We live in a busy, distracting world. So let’s come together today for some biblical encouragement in how to “be very careful,” to be wise, and to live intentionally in ways that honor our Lord, bless our family, and bring us greater joy. This is Part 3 of our series “Intentional Living As A Christian Mom.” Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Get my free Christian mom journaling prompts PDF! DEVOTIONAL: Grab the devotional workbook Building A Home Of Godliness And Joy. RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Psalm 90: Do You Have A Heart Of Wisdom? (Summertime In The Psalms Series) (EP 259) RELATED ON THE BLOG: A Biblical Picture Of Godly Relationships In A Christian Home GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

283 // Make Sure You Have The Right Priorities As A Christian Mom (Intentional Living PT 2) 21.01.2026 17min

Build a habit of Bible reading and prayer with my free 45-day Bible and Prayer Guide. Episode 283 // When we aren’t quite on the right track with our priorities, it can feel really frustrating. We find ourselves putting in a lot of effort, and not usually getting much back from it. But today, we’ll look at what God says about our priorities, and his wisdom for intentional living in our Christian homes. In fact, we’re going all the way back to the Old Testament together, to the minor prophet of Haggai. God’s Word has the wisdom we need for healthy, happy, and holy family life. Let’s dive into it together today and find His wisdom for our lives today. This is Part 2 of a series I’m calling “Intentional Living As A Christian Mom.” Let’s dive in. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Get my free 45-day Bible and Prayer Guide. MY FAVORITE PLANNER: Jump into the New Year with my favorite: The Hope Planner. RELATED ON THE PODCAST: How Romans 12 Helps Me Be A Better Christian Mom (EP 181) RELATED ON THE BLOG: Mom Hacks For Getting A Devotional Time On The Regular GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com

282 // What Does Intentional Living Look Like As A Christian Mom? (Intentional Living PT 1) 14.01.2026 19min

Jump into the New Year with my favorite: The Hope Planner. Episode 282 // We can’t expect to truly enjoy Christian family life if we are just going through the motions, rushing through our days, or stuck in a rut that isn’t really serving our current season of life. To enjoy family life and to deepen our relationships, we have to be intentional. How are you using your time? Your energy? The resources God has given you and your family? Whatever your new years goals might be, today’s conversation will be helpful for you to think intentionally about your life. We’ll talk through areas of life that you want to be intentional about, and the roles God has put you in for this current season. Let’s find encouragement together from God’s Word and help each other invest intentionally in our Christian homes and families! This is Part 1 of a new little series I’m calling “Intentional Living As A Christian Mom.” Dive in with me today, friend. hugs & blessings, Jess RESOURCES FOR YOU FREE: Build a habit of Bible reading and prayer with my free 45-day Bible and Prayer Guide. MY FAVORITE PLANNER: Jump into the New Year with my favorite: The Hope Planner. RELATED ON THE PODCAST: Rhythms & Routines: 7 Rhythms That Keep Me Connected With My Husband And Kids Even On Crazy Days (EP 206) RELATED ON THE BLOG: 5 Secrets To Success As A Stay At Home Christian Mom GET MORE & SUPPORT THE SHOW Support the show on Patreon for just a few dollars a month, and grab access to behind-the-scenes family life encouragement. Please leave a 5-star review and share the link to this episode with a friend who needs encouragement today! FIND EXACTLY THE RESOURCE YOU NEED: Faith | Marriage | Parenting | Emotions | Communication | Home & Family | Freebies | Devotionals | Blog | Pinterest 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. MISSION Love Your People Well is all about helping you ENJOY family life as you build healthy, happy, and holy family relationships. Keep Jesus at the center of it all and joy at the center of your days. Find your resources, devotionals, and more support at www.LoveYourPeopleWell.com