Overwhelm Part 2

Overwhelm Part 2

Part Two of our conversation on overwhelm continues as we dive deeper into what Scripture says when life feels heavy, exhausting, or uncertain. Together we reflect on: • Matthew 11:28 • 2 Corinthians 12:9 • Psalm 46:10 In this episode, we talk about dry seasons of faith, learning to rest in God’s strength instead of our own, motherhood in different seasons, gratitude, being present, and how overwhelm often reveals just how much we need Jesus. We also share honest conversations about trying to “hold it all together,” trusting God’s plan for our children, and why sometimes the most spiritual thing we can do is simply pause and be still. This episode feels like sitting down for coffee with friends who are trying to follow Jesus in the middle of real life — messy houses, tired hearts, distractions, emotions, and all. If you’ve been carrying too much or feeling spiritually drained, we pray this conversation reminds you that God never asked you to do this alone. Come listen, slow down for a little while, and let Scripture speak peace into the overwhelm.

Overwhelm Part 1

We’re switching things up a little! Instead of walking chapter by chapter through Scripture, we’re choosing a topic and diving into Bible verses that speak directly into it. Part One of this conversation is all about overwhelm. The mental load, anxiety, motherhood, responsibilities, and those moments where life simply feels like too much. Together we reflect on: • 1 Peter 5:7–8 • Philippians 4:6–7 • Psalm 46:1 • Proverbs 3:5–6 We talk honestly about bedtime chaos, prayer journaling, trying to hold everything together, hyper-independence, trusting God with our children, and learning to release the weight we were never meant to carry alone. This episode is conversational, vulnerable, faith-filled, and full of reminders that God is present in the overwhelm — not waiting for us on the other side of it. So if you’ve been feeling stretched thin, emotionally exhausted, anxious, distracted, or spiritually dry… this episode is for you. Go ahead and grab your Bible, a notebook, or simply listen while you fold laundry, drive, or reset your house. We’re so glad you’re here.

Hebrews Chapter 1

We’re back after a little New Year pause, a new baby, and some time to reflect on where this podcast is going. Happy New Year in MAY! Ha! We're so back in the swing and recorded this because we wanted to keep going then got a NEW idea again, which we're very excited about! Next week we will officially start what felt so good to record and we trust that you'll like it too! In this episode, we begin Hebrews with a more real-time, Holy Spirit-led conversation. We talk about Jesus as the perfect reflection of God, what it means for our lives to reflect Him, and how our children often reflect what they see in us. We also reflect on the beauty of the Catholic faith being the same wherever you go, the comfort of God never changing, and the reminder that Jesus is King over every big and small thing in our lives. 🎧 Listen in as we begin Hebrews together.

James Chapter 5

In this final episode of our James series, we wrap up Chapter 5 with a powerful conversation about patience, prayer, generosity, and what it means to live with eternity in mind. James gives us a strong reminder not to cling too tightly to wealth, comfort, or control, but to examine how we use what God has given us. We talk about giving, teaching our children generosity, waiting patiently like the farmer, and remembering that this life is preparation for our eternal home. We also reflect on the power of our words, grumbling and complaining, anointing of the sick, confession, praying for one another, and the beautiful responsibility of helping bring someone back to truth with love. In this episode we reflect on: * Caring for the poor with open hearts * Practicing patience while we wait on the Lord * Speaking Scripture over our children * Letting our yes mean yes and our no mean no * The gift of anointing of the sick * Confession, healing, and prayer * Helping others come back home to God We close our James series with one simple challenge: every time you catch yourself grumbling or complaining this week, turn it into prayer. 🎧 Listen now as we finish the book of James together.

James Chapter 4

We're so excited to finally be back with you! We tried using some microphones where we both could sit a little more distant and we THOUGHT it sounded good, until I got home to edit only to hear the sound wasn't what we're use to. So sorry, bear with us for a few more episodes and then we'll be back to normal! In this episode, we dive into James Chapter 4 and unpack the hidden struggles so many of us quietly carry comparison, envy, pride, hyper-independence, and the exhausting pressure to hold everything together on our own. We talk honestly about what happens when we stop practicing gratitude and start focusing on what we lack, why asking God for help (and sometimes asking other people for help) can feel so hard, and how pride often hides in places we least expect it. From motherhood and overwhelm to confession, surrender, and trusting God’s timing, this chapter reminds us that true peace doesn’t come from controlling everything — it comes from drawing near to God and letting Him meet us in the middle of the mess. In this episode we reflect on: * Comparison vs. gratitude * Hyper-independence and hidden pride * Why God’s grace meets us in surrender * Confession, healing, and examining our hearts * Trusting God when life feels uncertain * Using our gifts for His glory, not our own We close with practical reflection questions to help you ponder where God may be inviting you to let go, trust deeper, and receive His peace.