Hard Things: Encouragement for Women

S1: E9 Keep Going: Truths to Hold When the Road Gets Hard

In this summation episode of Hard Things: Encouragement for Women, we revisit four foundational truths that have carried us through the journey so far: the road is narrow, we must fight fair, life is hard, and tomorrow belongs to God. If you've been feeling weary, discouraged, or stretched thin, this episode is a gentle but firm reminder that you're not walking this path alone. These truths aren’t just ideas — they’re lifelines for the faithful woman pressing forward. Let this be your encouragement to keep going, trusting that God’s strength is made perfect in your weakness. Scripture References Matthew 7:13-14 NLT, ERV Ephesians 6: 12-13 NLT James 1: 2-4 NLT Isaiah 26:3 NLT Matthew 6: 25-34 NLT 1 Peter 2:9 KJV Romans 12:2 KJV 1 Peter 5:7 ERV Matthew 25:23

S1: E8 Fight Fair

This week on Hard Things, we’re diving deep into the spiritual truth behind our everyday conflicts. Rooted in Ephesians 6:11–18, this episode reminds us that our fight is not against flesh and blood, but against the unseen forces of darkness working behind the scenes. Too often we focus on the people who hurt us—but the Word of God tells us our real battle is spiritual. When we recognize the true enemy, we stop attacking people and start putting on the full armor of God. In this episode, I’ll walk with you through what it means to fight fair—not by earthly standards, but by Kingdom principles. Let’s learn how to turn our battles over to the Lord and fulfill our only lasting debt: to love one another. Scripture References Ephesians 6:11-18 Philippians 4:6 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Romans 10:17 John 14:6 1 John 4:20 Hebrews 4:12

S1: E7 Loved in Real-Time

This week’s episode is a tender one. I’m sharing a very real moment from my life—a moment where I felt like I was failing as a mom and a wife. You know those days. The ones where the weight of everything makes you wonder if you're doing anything right. And then… God showed up. Not with fireworks, but through a quiet word from someone at church—someone who didn’t know what I was carrying. But God did. He used her words to remind me: “I see you. I love you. You’re doing better than you think.” Sis, God’s love shows up in real-time. He speaks through others. He affirms our weary hearts when we can’t hear Him for ourselves. And sometimes, He just wants to remind you that He’s right there, cheering you on. Come be encouraged, reminded, and wrapped in truth. Let’s talk about how God’s love finds us—even in our lowest moments. Scripture References Romans 5:8 John 3:161 John 4:16 Romans 8:37-39 Psalms 56:8 James 1:2-4 Luke 12:7

S1:E6 Love Anyway

We all have moments where loving others feels like the hardest thing to do—especially when they’ve wronged us, hurt us, or don’t even seem to care. But God’s definition of love goes deeper than feelings. It’s a choice. A posture. A command. In this episode, we take a deeper look at what it means to “Love Anyway”—inspired by a simple but powerful billboard message. We walk through the heart of 1 Corinthians 13 and explore how love forgives, how love keeps no record of wrongs, and how love refuses to quit even when people are unreasonable. Whether you're in a season of deep hurt, frustration, or simply needing a reminder of what God’s love looks like in action—this episode will meet you there. Let’s walk in grace. Let’s love anyway. Scripture References: (Easy-Read-Version unless otherwise noted) Romans 13:8 John 13:34-35 1 John 4:19-21 1 Corinthians 13: 4-7 Matthew 6:14-15 Ephesians 4:32 Isaiah 55:11 Ephesians 6:12 NLT

S1:E5 Built for the Hard

What if the hard things in your life weren’t signs of failure… but invitations to grow? In this week’s episode, Jamie reminds us that we were built for the hard—because God is shaping us through it. As Christian women, wives, and mothers, we often want ease. But Scripture tells us to “count it all joy” when we face trials. Why? Because God uses those very moments to mature us, strengthen us, and prepare us for greater glory. We talk about: * Why hardship is not always a punishment * What spiritual growth really looks like in the middle of the hard * How to shift from fear to trust when life feels heavy * The power of surrender and how it leads to peace This episode is a loving, Spirit-led reminder: You CAN do hard things—because God is in them with you. Scripture References: James 1: 2-4 Philippians 4:13 1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18 Philippians 4:6-7Psalms 139:16 Matthew 10:30 Proverbs 6:4 Matthew 6:34