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Episode 269 // Every marriage will go through hard seasons. Those seasons may be big or small, impacting the whole family or just you as a couple. But your goal is to get through it stronger and closer on the other side.

Which is definitely possible. I’ve been a marriage counselor for over 10 years, and I’ve helped a lot of couples through a lot of hard seasons. The details can be unique, but there are some areas that are helpful for every couple during these rough patches.

So today, whatever hard season you might be facing in your marriage, I want to offer a few ideas, encouragements, and possible resources to help you today. Some might feel awkward and some might be hard, but we’ll talk about that too.

And P.S. … these are things you can work on all by yourself, to bless and strengthen your marriage.

Ready? Let’s dive in.

hugs & blessings,

Jess

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Episode 268 // Personal devotional time or quiet time is a HUGE part of spiritual formation as a Christian. Just because mom life is busy and tiring doesn’t mean our Bible time stops being important!

In fact, I think it’s fair to say it’s even more important for us to get this time as Christian parents. We need Jesus to shape our lives, our families, our homes. How else will we faithfully disciple our children? Where else will we find true joy, peace, wisdom, and patience?

Life may be busy, but I hope that today’s 6 simple steps will be helpful for you. When you get that time with the Lord, these steps will help you go deeper and live it out. Cover that time in prayer, lean on the grace that God is always pouring out for you and your family, and step out in faith.

Join me, friend. Let’s jump in!

hugs & blessings,

Jess

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RELATED ON THE PODCAST: 3 Ways Satan Is Seeking To Destroy Your Family And Your Faith (EP 249)

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Episode 267 // I love my kids. I love my husband. I love my family. But let’s be real… I also love some “me time” when I’m able to get it.

Lots of moms feel guilty about wanting, needing, or enjoying some alone time. Yet, Jesus himself sometimes got away from other people in order to be alone! To pray, reflect, sleep, and rest.

When moms can get some “me time” and use it rightly, it will fill you up! It will encourage and rejuvenate you for continuing to pour out and love your people well.

Today, let’s look at the value of “me time” along with some reality checks and realistic ideas for how we should use that time. How do we make it valuable? I’ll share some overall principles along with some everyday tips that help me and the women I work with in counseling.

Join me, friend! Let’s dive in.

hugs & blessings,

Jess

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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