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Welcome to the go-to podcast for Christian moms who want to truly ENJOY every minute of family life! If you sometimes feel discouraged by how your family relationships look, you’re not alone. We live in a busy world, with a ton of distractions, and relationships really do take work. But there are solutions! And that’s what you’ll find here on the Love Your People Well podcast. I’m Jess Hayes, and I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a marriage and family therapist, pastor’s wife, and mom of 4 energe ...
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Episode 206 // What is family life all about? CONNECTING with our people. If you get all the stuff done and your house is spotless and the bills are paid… but you aren’t connected with your people, it won’t really matter. Without depth and intimacy in those relationships, life can’t feel full and joyful. So today, as we continue to look at some fam…
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Pray with me, friend! We all want to feel successful in our days. But ultimately, success comes from the Lord. He fills us, leads us, helps us, strengthens us. We need the endurance, patience, creativity, and grace that He gives. So today, let's take a few minutes to pray together for our families, the things that fill up our days, and for the Lord…
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Episode 205 // Being a stay at home Christian mom is SUCH a great blessing. But we live in such a busy, distracting, technology-filled world that it can be hard to understand what “success” really looks like… let alone, how to get there. So today on the podcast, I want to share all the details of my morning routine - which sets up my day for succes…
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God teaches us and shapes us through his Word. Reading the Bible is so valuable! And one of my favorite parts is that we can give those Scriptures back to God in prayer. So, join me for a few minutes today as we pray together through a few of the Proverbs that have been jumping out to me over the past few months, as I've been reading Proverbs daily…
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Episode 204 // There are some daily habits that will change your life. Over the past few years as a mom, I’ve found that reading the Bible every day is DEFINITELY one of those habits! And over the past few months, I’ve started reading the Proverbs every day too… … And I love it. Do I miss a few days a month? Of course. Is the book of Proverbs the o…
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Join me for a short time of prayer today, friend, as we reflect this week on the power of God's Word, his presence, and his grace in the stresses of Christian motherhood. My time this summer reading through the psalms and proverbs has been such a wonderful reminder of God's character. We need that reminder every day!! So today, we are praying for G…
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Episode 203 // We’re wrapping up the Summertime in the Psalms series today. (For real this time… somehow, I thought July had already ended last week!) And I want to share my heart with you today, friend. This summer, I’ve been reading through the psalms and proverbs. It hasn’t been a miraculous, life-changing experience. No magic wands. No a-ha God…
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Summertime in the Psalms Series! Psalm 102 is literally labeled "the prayer of an afflicted person." So, how can we not finish out this week without prayer?? Join me today for a sweet time of prayer together, praying through this psalm and the overwhelming emotions that sometimes accompany Christian family life, marriage, and motherhood. hugs & ble…
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Episode 202 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! I love the tagline for Psalm 102. “The prayer of an afflicted person who has grown weak and pours out a lament before the Lord.” What Christian mom hasn’t sometimes felt afflicted? Weak? Filled with lament and struggle? Today’s episode is for you, my friend. And for me. And for all of us who feel weak…
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Summertime in the Psalms Series! Reading the Scriptures is so life-giving. There is so much wisdom, encouragement, hope, and peace! This week, we've looked at Psalm 62 and the practical action steps it points us toward during seasons of discouragement and hardship. Today, let's take it a step further and pray together through this beautiful psalm. …
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Episode 201 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! You aren’t here to just grit your teeth and survive raising your kids. No way! No, you are here to figure out how to ENJOY family life. Yes, family life is messy. It’s chaotic. We all get frustrated, we get overwhelmed, relationships can discourage us and life can be really hard. And Psalm 62 has exac…
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Welcome to our Summertime in the Psalms Series! This week, we've found joy and purpose in Psalm 100. Today, join me as we pray through this psalm together - for ourselves and our families. May God bless you and your family with joy, peace, and grace that only He can give! May He fill your home with worship and with knowledge of him, and draw you cl…
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Episode 200 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! We are celebrating 200 episodes today!!! So what better psalm to study together than psalm 100. This is a song of praise, thanksgiving, and celebration of who God is and how we interact with him. In only 5 short verses, there is so much richness in this psalm. Join me to look at the 3 keys we find her…
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Welcome to our Summertime in the Psalms Series! This week, we've looked for wisdom and encouragement in Psalm 1. Today, join me as we pray through this psalm together. May God protect your family from the negative influences of the world and give you a desire for more of his Word. May He bless you, lead you, and draw your family closer to Himself. …
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Episode 199 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! Today, we’re diving into Psalm 1 together. Throughout July, we’ll look closely at a few psalms in order to gain wisdom and direction from the Lord in what our family life should look like. Here in Psalm 1, we find clarity on how to lead our family closer to God. We are shaped every day by the people, …
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Episode 198 // Do you sometimes wish there was more time for rest in your life? Of course you do! Every busy mom longs for a bit more peace, a bit more rest in her regular life. But we get stuck in figuring out how to make it happen, and we feel guilty about the time we think it’s taking away from our family. As Christians, the Bible tells us clear…
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Episode 197 // Self care can be quite a buzzword these days. The world probably prioritizes it too much, but I think that Christians often prioritize it too little. Especially Christian women! Yes, you’re busy. You’re a mom, a wife, you have a million things to do - but if you never take care of yourself, how long can you keep taking care of these …
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Episode 196 // Father’s Day is coming! But really, whether it’s a holiday, a birthday, or a regular old Tuesday - your family life will be blessed when you intentionally encourage your husband. As we prepare for this holiday, join me for 7 quick and easy ideas for how to encourage your hubby on his special day. Bonus - they’re basically free! For r…
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Episode 195 // Anxiety can leave you feeling overwhelmed and worn down. It steals your joy from family life. And it is not God’s plan for you! Join me today as we dive into the Bible together to not only find encouragement and guidance from God’s Word, but to find out how we can PRAY Scripture when we are dealing with anxiety. We all have moments w…
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Episode 194 // I’m feeling overwhelmed in motherhood today, friend. How are you feeling? We all hit days like this. Days where there is a little too much arguing and not enough giggling, and we just feel overwhelmed and discouraged. When we find ourselves wondering, why is motherhood so hard?! This is not an episode with all the answers. Today, joi…
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Episode 193 // There is nothing more frustrating than listening to your child whine, grumble, and complain. It’s never fun. But every child has those moments - so today, I want to share my 3 most successful ways to STOP that whining! These are not magic wands. But they are quick, easy, free, and don’t require a screen. They can help whether your ch…
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Happy Mother's Day, friend! I hope this is a day when you are able to look around your home, look past the chores to be done and the miscommunications that are present, and ENJOY this time with your sweet family. Join me today for a quick word of encouragement, and a look at Proverbs 31 and how the Lord blesses us each day. Let me pray for you and …
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Episode 192 // We all feel overwhelmed sometimes! And the reality of life is that storms, trials, and struggles will come. It’s just a question of when, not if - and then, what are you going to do about it? Today, we’ll take a look at some wisdom from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount to help us prepare for the storms of life. How can we stand firm and fe…
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Episode 191 // It’s really easy as a mom to start worrying about my family. There are so many pieces to juggle. And these relationships are so important! But Jesus is not trying to make family life difficult. He knows that we struggle, and He has the solutions to help us manage the hard things of life and enjoy our marriage and motherhood more. Tod…
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Episode 190 // The Bible can sometimes feel a bit abstract. The “spiritual” doesn’t always feel like it’s impacting our everyday lives and our relationships. That’s why I love to explore and consider the practical applications of Scripture for our family life. We’re taking a few weeks here to walk through the Sermon on the Mount. The Bible is not a…
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Episode 189 // Is there anything better than the blessing of the Lord?!? Today, we’re diving into the very beginning of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount - the 8 “beatitudes” or blessings that the Lord promises to those who follow him. What are they? How will they impact your family? Is it even possible to live this way in the modern world? Join me for an…
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Episode 188 // Ever feel stuck in your family relationships? We all feel that way sometimes! And Jesus always has the way forward. One of my favorite passages in Scripture lately for focusing in on Christian family life is the Sermon on the Mount. It’s chapters 5-7 of the Gospel of Matthew, and Jesus is so clear about how we are to live! It is coun…
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Episode 187 // Easter is here, friend! This is my absolute favorite holiday of the year. And this year (like it has sometimes in the past), it feels overshadowed by stress and struggle in regular life. Work, church, cleaning, discipline, bills, and so much else can threaten to steal the JOY out of family life and relationships. But guess what? The …
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Episode 186 // It’s easy to realize that we should “tame our tongues” and use our communication to bless and encourage our families. But when emotions rise and our stress is building, it can be really tough! Today, we’ll look deeply at a helpful bible proverb that starts to show us some practical ways to take control of our communication with our f…
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Episode 185 // Words are powerful. But taming our tongues and using our words well - even in the heat of big emotions and family conflict - seems almost impossible! If you ever feel frustrated or disappointed by how your words impact your family, today’s episode is for you. Join me to see a picture of how your words can bless, nourish, help, and en…
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Episode 184 // There are probably 89 things you could do today that are productive, helpful, and good. But guess what? None of those things are as important as making time to be with God, grow spiritually, and help your kids know and follow Jesus. There is no better use of your time, my friend. So today, we’ll talk PRACTICAL tips that will help you…
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Episode 183 // I know you want to help your kids follow Jesus. There is busyness and chaos in a normal family day, but at the core of everything going on, you want Jesus to be a priority! But I also know that reading the Bible with your toddlers, teaching your squirmy little ones to sit still and pray, and figuring out what to do for family discipl…
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Episode 182 // Feeling like a burnt out mom? Wondering why your marriage takes so much work? Christian family life is HARD sometimes, friend! But it is SO WORTH IT. And if you want to truly enjoy your marriage and your motherhood, you need to stand firm on WHY it matters - and have some clarity on how to do it well. Join me today for some real talk…
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Episode 181 // Does the Bible REALLY help you in your every day life? When your emotions are overwhelming? When motherhood and family life is hard? Yep. The Bible really can help. It is living and active. It is sharp and powerful. Join me today for a devotional time walking through Romans 12 as we consider how these holy truths apply to our daily c…
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Episode 180 // No mom enjoys dealing with cranky kids. But eventually, every mom has to! And sometimes the real problem is - when they’re cranky, we get cranky. But it does not have to be that way! Today, I’ll share some tips and encouragement in how to hold onto your own PEACE even when your kids are whining, grumbling, and giving into all of thei…
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Episode 179 // Happy marriages take work. And guess what? They aren’t ALWAYS happy. There is still conflict. There are still disappointments. But let’s not forget - God is in it with you, friend. He cares about your marriage and He cares about you. I’ve spent over 10 years helping couples as a Christian marriage counselor, and I’ve seen God do amaz…
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Episode 178 // Happy Valentine’s Day! Let’s get into the good stuff today, friend - because I know you want a hot and steamy date night with your man this week.. and every other week too. Intimacy is usually not a problem while we’re dating and in the newlywed stage. But then kids come along, we get busy, the bills pile up… what about date nights??…
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Episode 177 // Hopefully, you believe me when I tell you that God has a purpose for you. You matter! You are not in your family by mistake. And God’s plans are good. But really, you don’t have to believe me. Let’s hear it from God Himself. Today, we’ll walk through 4 amazing Bible verses that remind us of who we are, whose we are, and why this craz…
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Episode 176 // Are you struggling with the mom guilt, a sense of failure, and just feeling defeated in your family relationships? You’re not alone, friend. This is such a common struggle for Christian moms! And you don’t have to sit in that feeling of being defeated. There are no perfect parents, and God did not mess up when He created you, redeeme…
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Today is an invitation, friend. As we jump into the shortest month of the year, let's make it count. Join us inside the Faith Fiver Club today and grab your workbook, private podcast, and plenty of resources and encouragement for our February Monthly Challenge - Building Biblical Marriage Habits. hugs & blessings, Jess ❤️ Faith Fiver Club - www.pat…
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Episode 175 // The greatest resource that you have for managing hard emotions is the Lord. Is his Holy Spirit growing fruit in your life, like patience and self-control? Are you experiencing the peace and joy that Jesus promises? One of the keys to this type of spiritual growth and deep faith is spending time in the Bible. And the Bible has a LOT t…
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Episode 174 // Do you ever feel like you’re drowning in all the big emotions of motherhood? You are not alone! Emotions can be hard to manage, and they can make it really difficult to enjoy and embrace everyday family life. So listen in today, because I’ve got some helpful tips to get back on track with managing those hard emotions. This is one of …
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Episode 173 // When you’re trying to strengthen communication in your family relationships, there is great wisdom to be found in God’s communication with us: The Bible! Join me today to dive into 10 crucial Scriptures that help us understand, improve, and grow in our communication. This is how we build connection as a family - we create a home life…
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Episode 172 // Communication can be a key part of feeling disconnected in family relationships. ANd it’s especially discouraging when you’re trying, and just don’t feel like things are clicking! So today, I want to share some practical ideas for how you can strengthen communication in your home - without even needing to have an awkward sit-down-and…
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Episode 171 // Friday Faith Followup It’s hard enough to get clear on the truest, deepest priorities that you have for yourself and your family. But trying to live out those priorities in the middle of a busy, media-filled, stressful day? It can feel almost impossible! While there are plenty of tips and tricks to help us focus on God and grow spiri…
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Episode 170 // Are you feeling distracted in mom life? It’s so easy to get scattered and off track by the things of life and miss out on what truly matters. You won’t enjoy your family relationships if you’re always feeling DISTRACTED. And the best solution is to refocus onto the true purpose of your life. As you deepen your faith and walk closer w…
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Episode 169 // What do you REALLY want your family relationships to look like? It can seem like a “duh” question… but it is actually really powerful to pause and get clear about what you’re aiming for. As we’re looking this week at 4 really common roadblocks to enjoying family life, let’s make sure we’re also clear about what road they are blocking…
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Episode 168 // Feeling stuck in your family relationships? You are not alone, friend. Marriage, parenting, family life - these relationships are so important, but they can be hard and exhausting! Today, we’ll take a reality check about the biggest roadblocks to enjoying and deepening these family relationships. What gets in the way? Why are these p…
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Episode 167 // Friday Faith Followup Nothing will be more powerful for your family relationships than learning and living out God’s Word. Are you reading the Bible regularly and considering how it impacts your home? Your family? Dive in with me today for 10 great Bible verses that will encourage and strengthen your home and family. If you want heal…
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Episode 166 // Happy New Year, friend! This is the perfect time for reflection and goal-setting. So today, I want to share mine with you. Join me for a walk through my 5 focus areas of 2023 and the new goals, priorities, and plans that I’m working on in 2024. You’ll find encouragement for your own season of life, and realize that you definitely are…
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