Finding Joy Through Life's Unexpected Turns with Emi Naegle

A Mother’s Love and the Savior’s Love: Lessons from Surrogacy with Myndie Tullis

You've heard this story through my eyes, but in this episode, you're hearing it from my mom's. After the complications that led to my emergency hysterectomy, my mom felt an unexpected impression while sitting by my hospital bed. As I was waking up from surgery, she voiced an impression that would change both of our lives: "You know I'll have your baby, right?" In this conversation on His House, my mom, Myndie Tullis, shares what happened next—from the spiritual promptings and confirmations that led her to become my gestational carrier to the lessons she learned about faith, motherhood, and trusting God through the unexpected. She opens up about those difficult weeks in the hospital through a mother's eyes, the experiences that gave her confidence she was on the right path, and how the journey deepened her understanding of Jesus Christ. We also talk about how God prepares us for mountains we don't yet see coming, the power available through covenants, and why a mother's love can teach us so much about the Savior's love for us. We also discuss lessons from nearly three decades of motherhood, the encouragement she would give to her younger self, and why she believes moms are often doing far better than they think. Whether you've followed our story from the beginning or are hearing parts of it for the first time, I hope this conversation reminds you that God prepares us for hard things, walks with us through them, and can turn even the most unexpected circumstances into something beautiful.

How Jesus Sustains Working Moms with Annie Eyring

In this episode of His House, Annie Eyring shares what life really looks like as a working mom raising three kids while supporting her family through her photography business during her husband's years in medical school. Together we talk about the pressure many women feel to do everything well, the guilt that can come from balancing motherhood and meaningful work, and how Jesus meets us in seasons that feel exhausting and overwhelming. Annie opens up about late nights editing after bedtime, learning to slow down instead of living in constant urgency, and the quiet ways God has strengthened and provided for her family over the years. This conversation is for the mom who feels stretched thin, stuck in survival mode, or wondering if she’s falling short spiritually. I'm hopeful this conversation can be a gentle reminder that God isn’t asking for perfection—He’s asking us to let Him walk with us through it. For those wanting to follow Annie, you can find her on Instagram @annieeyring.photo [https://www.instagram.com/annieeyring.photo/]

Raising Compassionate Kids in a Divided World with Whitley Keleman

This week on His House, I'm joined by Whitley Keleman—a mother, professor, podcast host, and one of those people who makes you want to see the world more like Jesus does. From teaching a class on inclusion and belonging at BYU to creating her "Sit With Me" gatherings and podcast, Whitley has spent years intentionally listening to people’s stories, building bridges across differences, and helping others feel seen. Together with her husband and three kids, she’s also chosen a life of proximity—living abroad, immersing themselves in different cultures, and raising children to see and love people deeply. In this conversation, we talk about raising compassionate kids, creating a home where people belong, what living abroad has taught their family about joy and empathy, and how hearing people’s stories changes the way we see both others and God. This episode is a reminder that Christlike love often looks like slowing down, listening longer, inviting people in, and allowing ourselves to be changed by proximity to others. If you’ve ever wondered how to raise compassionate kids, create meaningful community, or better see people the way God does—this conversation is for you.

The Art of Documenting Motherhood with Ashley Teresa

In this episode of His House, I sit down with motherhood and film photographer Ashley Teresa to talk about seeing and capturing the beauty of the mundane moments of daily life. Ashley’s work captures motherhood in a way that feels deeply nostalgic, honest, and sacred—reminding us that the quiet moments we often overlook may actually be the ones worth remembering most. We talk about how film photography has taught her to slow down and become more present, how documenting everyday life can help us honor what God is giving us right now, and why the mundane moments of motherhood carry so much meaning. This conversation is an invitation to see your life differently — to notice the beauty already surrounding you, experience God in the ordinary, and embrace the life you’re living right now as the beautiful one. Whether you’re a mom in the thick of repetitive days, someone longing to be more present, or simply craving a slower and more intentional way of living, this episode will leave you inspired to notice, document, and cherish the sacredness woven into everyday life. If you loved this episode, you can find information about Ashley's new motherhood course on her substack [https://substack.com/@ashleyteresa]. Her course,What We Keep, is designed for mothers looking to document their children's lives and their motherhood more intentionally. @ashleyteresaphoto [https://www.instagram.com/ashleyteresaphoto/] @ashleyteresaweddings [https://www.instagram.com/ashleyteresaweddings/]

Walking Through Pregnancy Loss in Faith with Sydney Holmes

In this episode of His House, I sit down with my friend Sydney Holmes to talk about miscarriage, stillbirth, and the sacred, complicated grief that follows the loss of a baby. Sydney shares her journey through multiple losses, delivering her son Mack, and the emotional and spiritual road that led her to pursue surrogacy. She opens up about what grief actually feels like, the wrestle with God, and the ways Jesus met her in hospital rooms, quiet prayers, and the unknown. We also talk about how to show up for someone walking through loss—what helps, what hurts, and what it really looks like to mourn with those who mourn. This conversation is for anyone who has experienced pregnancy or infant loss, anyone navigating a story that looks different than they hoped, and anyone who wants to learn how to love people well in their grief.