The Tricia Goyer Show

When Overwhelm Shows Up Uninvited

About Overwhelmed Mom: Quiet the Chaos, Mind What Matters, and Enjoy Your Life Again Is there a happy medium between Pinterest perfection and chaos culture? Moms hear a chorus of competing messages. One minute, we’re told we can do it all, and the next, we’re encouraged to be “real women” who live as “Hot Mess Mombies.” Both anthems—perfection and chaos—leave us feeling burdened. In Overwhelmed Mom, Jamie Erickson shows us how to push back against the weariness epidemic that plagues so many women on both ends of the spectrum. Through biblical principles and flexible solutions, she’ll help us learn to adjust our homes, schedules, and attitudes so that we may experience right-now relief and forward movement in common stress areas. The Try-Hard gospel of the world assures us that if we just got up earlier, stayed up later, and micromanaged every waking moment, we can outrun our overwhelm. But no amount of running on empty will ever help us catch up. Reshaping a harried life is long-game, soul work. Overwhelmed Mom equips women to edit their lives with intention, find purpose and vision in the work God has called them to, and create daily rhythms that will help them steward their days with delight, not drudgery. Each chapter ends with questions and prompts for readers to consider as they unmoor themselves from the relentless to-do list that plagues them. We don’t have to keep living as overwhelmed moms—Jamie invites us to experience freedom and enjoy the gift of motherhood. Purchase a copy of Overwhelmed Mom here. [https://amzn.to/483SdcD] Connect with Jamie Erickson Website [https://jamieerickson.com/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheUnlikelyHomeschool] | Pinterest [https://www.pinterest.com/tuhomeschool] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/unlikely_homeschool] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOl_vOGzYfiXgmJN6os92uA] Jamie Erickson can be found encouraging and equipping a growing tribe of mothers all across the globe on the Momto Mom podcast, through her blog The Unlikel

When Surrender Becomes Freedom with Mary DeMuth

The Freedom of Surrender: Forty Devotions for a Joyful Life in Christ Find joy and freedom in surrender Letting go is hard. To surrender is to let go of what we tightly grip, the good and the bad. It’s a relinquishing of control, a recognition that God alone can meet our deepest needs. It’s a holy pause that entrusts each hope, each worry, and each pressing concern to the One whose love for us is beyond measure. And in this surrender, we enter into freedom. But, even so, letting go often feels easier said than done. In The Freedom of Surrender, author Mary DeMuth invites you to journey through forty days of entrusting specific areas of your life to God―your inner struggles, your family, your expectations, your regrets, your ministry, your grief, your relationships, your job, your health, your finances, your future, and more. Every daily devotion includes Scripture, prayer, and Mary's original art that help you cast each care on the One who cares for you. On this forty-day journey, you'll learn: * How to trust that God is in control, even in moments of chaos and stress. * True joy and freedom can happen when we release what we're holding too tightly. * God’s plan is to see you thrive and grow. * Prayer opens the door to freedom and peace. * Even in your struggles, you are never alone. When we entrust our stresses and worries to God, we embrace the reality that’s always been true: Our “control” is an illusion. God alone can meet our needs, heal our wounds, and guide our steps. From this place of total reliance on God, we can experience deep joy and the peace that passes understanding. What are you holding too tightly? Experience freedom as you invite Jesus to help you surrender all. Purchase a copy of Making Marriage Easier here. [https://amzn.to/47Mo8ho] Connect with Mary DeMuth Website [https://www.marydemuth.com/] | Facebook [http://facebook.com/authormarydemuth] | X [http://twitter.com/marydemuth] | Instagram [http://instagram.com/marydemuth] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/c/MaryDeMuth] Mary loves Jesus. And really that’s the most important thing about her. It’s not writing or speaking or praying or mommying or any other -ing you can find. She flat out loves Him. Why? Because he has utterly, truly, completely re-storied her. See her testimony below. She has three adult children, and she’s been married to Patrick for 33 years now. Mary counts those relationships as the most important people in her life. In the mid 2000s, their family helped plant a church in Southern France–a difficult, but amazing experience.  In her spare (ha!) time, she loves to cook, run, garden, decorate, paint, and do interior design. You can find all her artwork here. [https://mary-demuth-art.myshopify.com/] She’s been writing for 30+ years–half of them in obscurity. She mentored many writers during that time, and continues to do so through the Rockwall Christian Writers Group  [http://www.rcwg.blogspot.com/]and some of her  instructional books [https://www.etsy.com/shop/writerhelp/].  Mary pioneered a literary agency in 2022, Mary DeMuth Literary [http://marydemuthliterary.com/], where she shepherds writers toward traditional publishing. She currently lives in North Texas, serves in her local church  [https://redeemerrockwall.org/]alongside her husband, and she’s had the privilege of speaking around the world in places like Johannesburg, Monaco, Geneva, Munich, Port-au-Prince, Nice and Florence. Although her past story is difficult, her current story leaks adventure. Not only has Mary been restored and restoried, but she longs to see the same for you. You no longer have to live haunted. I believe your new story starts today. Carl Bard wrote, “Though no one can go back and make a brand-new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand-new ending.” Paul reminds us of this important truth: “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!” (2 Corinthians 5:17 NLT).  Living in retrospect is a bad idea. It’s time to heal, be set free, and find the new story God has for you. Mary has experienced God turning her storm into a story, moving her from a bitter story into a bigger one. Won’t you join her on the adventure?

Making Marriage Easier (Yes—even if it’s already good)

About Making Marriage Easier A joyous summons to love (and like) your spouse for a lifetime. Many people today are pessimistic about marriage. It’s hard. It will end in divorce. If you marry, you exchange romance for responsibility. Yet research tells us the happiest people on the planet are those in healthy marriages. Can marriage be great—not just for the rare few—but for you? After twenty-five years of marriage, Arlene Pellicane has stories and biblical wisdom to share. Full of real life that will make you laugh, Making Marriage Easier addresses common threats to our marriage—poor communication, tension over differences, lack of physical intimacy, parenting stress, and more. Four key decisions will help you clarify your values and create a clear path forward. Each short chapter ends with life lessons, questions to ponder with your spouse or in a group, and prayers to strengthen and encourage. Marriage is part of God’s awesome, wonderful plan. It’s meant to be a celebration, not a life sentence. Whether you’re holding a baby for the first time or figuring out retirement, this book is fresh kindling for a better marriage that can go the distance. Purchase a copy of Making Marriage Easier here. [https://amzn.to/4oictxq] Connect with Arlene Pellicane Website [https://arlenepellicane.com/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/ArlenePellicaneAuthor/] | X [https://twitter.com/ArlenePellicane] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/arlenepellicane/] | YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjOdYmZ4MyR6tc2qNx000Gg] Arlene Pellicane is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books, including Parents Rising, Making Marriage Easier, and Screen Kids (coauthored with Dr. Gary Chapman). Arlene has been featured on popular media outlets, including The Today Show, Fox & Friends, Focus on the Family, FamilyLife Today, The 700 Club, and the Wall Street Journal. She is the spokesperson for National Marriage Week and has been happily married to her husband, James, for more than 25 years. Arlene earned her BA from Biola University and her master's in journalism from Regent University. Arlene inspires parents to raise children who are ready for life (not just playing video games). As an advocate of delaying smartphones and social media, her three children are living a revolutionary digital life and thriving. Arlene lives with her family in San Diego.

When “I’m Sorry” Isn’t Enough

About The 5 Apology Languages: The Secret to Healthy Relationships “I said I was sorry! What more do you want?” Even in the best of relationships, we mess up. We say and do things we deeply regret later on. So we need to make things right. But just saying you’re sorry isn’t enough. That’s only the first step on the road to restoration. In The 5 Apology Languages, Gary Chapman, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the 5 Love Languages®, partners with Jennifer Thomas to help you on the journey toward restored relationships. True healing comes when you learn to: * Express regret: “I’m sorry.” * Accept responsibility: “I was wrong.” * Make restitution: “How can I make it right?” * Plan for change: “I’ll take steps to prevent a reoccurrence.” * Request forgiveness: “Can you find it in your heart to . . . ?” Don’t let hurts linger or wounds fester. Start on the path to healing today and discover how meaningful apologies can make your friendships, family, and marriage stronger than ever before. Purchase a copy of 5 Apology Languages here. [https://amzn.to/4q6f0g4] Connect with Dr. Jennifer Thomas Website [https://drjenthomas.com/] Jennifer Thomas is a motivational speaker specializing in the five love languages and communication. She is a business consultant and psychologist. She is the coauthor (with Gary Chapman) of The 5 Apology Languages. Her books have been translated into fifteen foreign languages and have sold hundreds of thousands of copies around the world. Jennifer has a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the University of Maryland. She earned a BA in psychology and religion from the University of Virginia. To learn more about her books [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0802407048?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creativeASIN=0802407048&linkCode=xm2&tag=drjenthomas-20], visit her at www.drjenthomas.com [https://www.drjenthomas.com/].

Come on Home with Jessica Smartt

About Come On Home Family doesn’t have to be perfect to be strong. We all have our own ideas of what a “strong family” is―but too often, the picture in our minds seems desperately far from our real lives. We long to build a home that our children want to come back to, a healthy environment where they can make mistakes and try again. We long for a place of unconditional love, a foundation to launch them into this crazy world without feeling lost or untethered. But how? And what if you feel like it’s too late? Beloved author of Memory Making Mom Jessica Smartt is right there with you in the trenches of parenting and family life. She has great news: a strong family culture has nothing to do with flawless behavior, a Pinterest-perfect home, or continual harmony. In Come on Home, Jessica will equip parents to create the family they long for, with the people in their actual homes. It’s never too late to build a strong family. Based on statistics, jam-packed with concrete examples, and infused with Jessica’s trademark down-to-earth humor, Come on Home will help you discover: * thirteen foundational characteristics like prayer, friendship, and loyalty for a close-knit family, or what a family needs to grow strong * interviews with different kinds of strong families from all backgrounds and circumstances * new patterns of discipline that hold boundaries without sacrificing connection * practical, doable ideas to build strong relationships between family members, raising siblings who look out for one another, are good friends, and create lasting bonds * principles for moving beyond unhealthy familial cycles to give your kids a new legacy While building a family will feel hard at times, it will be worth it. It’s never too late to give our children a soft place to land, a foundation of faithfulness and grace. Purchase a copy of Come on Home here. [https://amzn.to/4nYILxl] Connect with Jessica Smartt Website [https://jessicasmartt.com/] | Podcast [https://homeschooling.mom/hosts/jessica-smartt] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/SmarterEachDay/] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jessica.smartt/] Jessica Smartt is the author of Memory-Making Mom and Let Them Be Kids (ECPA Bestseller). She lives in sunny North Carolina on a family farm with horses, chickens, and an ever-increasing number of beloved cats. She and her husband, Todd, have three kids whom they homeschool. She is passionate about energizing everyday moms to save childhood and build close-knit families. Jessica loves bike rides, spinach quiche, a clean kitchen, being warm, national parks, and food that anyone else made.