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Love Your People Well - Christian Motherhood, Marriage, and Family Relationships

Jessica Hayes, LPC, LMFT - Counselor, Pastor’s Wife, Mom of 4

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Do you want healthy, happy, and holy family relationships? You are in the right place! Family life can be busy and chaotic. It’s easy to get distracted in the busyness of life. Relationships can feel discouraging and disappointing sometimes. But if you want to ENJOY those family relationships even through the ups and downs, this is the podcast for you. Each episode, you’ll find biblical encouragement and practical, real-life action steps to help you be fully present, full of peace, and find ...
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Counseling Tips For Pastors And Ministry Leaders - Practical Help From Christian Counselors

iHope Christian Care And Counseling with Jessica Hayes, LPC, LMFT

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Do you want to care for the people in your ministry more effectively? This podcast will equip you to do exactly that. The reality of Christian ministry is that it can be exhausting, overwhelming, and lonely. This is certainly true for pastors, but it is also true for all Christians in ministry! And every Christian has a ministry of some kind. From youth leaders to Bible study leaders to loving your next-door neighbor, we are all in ministry to the people around us. And those people are hurti ...
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If you really want to change the communication patterns in your home... let's pray, friend. Today we'll pray through Ephesians 4:26-27 and ask the Lord to help us manage our emotions, communicate clearly, and seeking his help to CONNECT with our people. Join me, friend. hugs & blessings, Jess Today’s Scripture inspiration is Ephesians 4:25-27 - The…
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Episode 211 // Want to stop the passive aggressive behavior in your home? No one enjoys it, but it can be hard to break bad habits. Today, I’ve got 6 tips for you to help you make the change. Try these tips and find more connection in your family communication. We’re unpacking Ephesians 4:26-27 and some practical ways to deal with real issues, neve…
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Episode 210 // Passive aggressive communication is a common family issue. We all know it isn’t healthy, it doesn’t make us happy… but it can be hard to talk about hard emotions! We all can struggle. If you’re struggling with communication in your marriage, with your kids, or in your home, passive aggressive behaviors might have something to do with…
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Do you want healthy, happy, and holy family relationships? You are in the right place! Family life can be busy and chaotic. It’s easy to get distracted in the busyness of life. Relationships can feel discouraging and disappointing sometimes. But if you want to ENJOY those family relationships even through the ups and downs, this is the podcast for …
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Sure, you want to learn tips and tricks to help your family relationships. And this podcast is full of them! But no one can offer you strategies or mom hacks that are better than what God offers. His Word is the wisdom you need. His Spirit is your best source of strength, joy, and peace. So, friend, you're invited to join me today with a short word…
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Episode 209 // Ever feel like you’re spinning your wheels, trying your best, and just not really getting anywhere? Sometimes family life feels like that. You give and give and give… and we can lose track of why we’re really putting in all that effort in the first place! So today on the podcast, we’re hitting the pause button. A small reset. Let’s c…
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... let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us… (Hebrews 12:1 - NIV) The race we are on takes perseverance, friend. We need the Lord's strength. We need his grace. We need his help. Join me today for a short time of prayer, lifting our families and needs…
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Episode 208 // Every mom has hit that stage of parenting, at some point or another. Exhaustion. Overwhelm. Stress. Parenting is a lot of work! And every mom who hits that stage also has the same goal. Get back to enjoying family life again! Bring back the energy and the enthusiasm for it all. Well, my friend, these tips will help. I’m in that exhau…
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We live in a world saturated by sadness. There are epidemics of loneliness and anxiety. Depression is a growing problem. Yet, there is hope. Opening the pages of Scripture, we find action steps and ways to support people who are struggling. And in the counseling room, these same tips are very helpful! So today on the podcast, let’s take a look at 4…
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It’s not your job or calling in life to make people happy. And despite your best efforts, it would be impossible to do. All of us in ministry can take heart from the Apostle Paul’s reminder in Galatians 1:10. “Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I …
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It might be a buzzword, a counseling cliche, or something that feels way too touchy-feely. But if you’re in Christian ministry, you need to understand empathy. What is it? Why does it matter for Christians? Is it something you should aim for in your ministry? What would that really look like? These are good questions - and today, I’ll share some an…
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Discipling our kids is important... and it can feel totally overwhelming. When something really matters, it's easy to start worrying about it. Stressing about it. Sometimes we feel paralyzed by how big it feels, and wind up not doing very much at all. Thankfully, God is bigger! He is the One who tells us how important it is to love him, follow him,…
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Episode 207 // There are a lot of things that feel important as a parent. Things that really are important! But as Christian parents, there is one true priority in our parenting - discipling our kids. “Bring [your children] up in the training and instruction of the Lord,” Ephesians 6 tells us. “Impress [my commandments] on your children,” Deuterono…
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Relationships can be tough. There are big emotions, plenty of chances for conflict, gaps in communication, busy days, tired people. But our family relationships are worth the effort of working through all of that! There are plenty of tips and tricks and strategies that can help us deepen our family relationships. But at the end of the day, the true…
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Episode 206 // What is family life all about? CONNECTING with our people. If you get all the stuff done and your house is spotless and the bills are paid… but you aren’t connected with your people, it won’t really matter. Without depth and intimacy in those relationships, life can’t feel full and joyful. So today, as we continue to look at some fam…
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Grief is hard. No one likes it. It’s never easy. But it is unavoidable. And one of the realities of grief is that it is a special place for Christians to step in and offer care. It is a time when people need someone to come alongside them. People often turn to their faith community most especially during times of grief. So, how does a pastor or oth…
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Pray with me, friend! We all want to feel successful in our days. But ultimately, success comes from the Lord. He fills us, leads us, helps us, strengthens us. We need the endurance, patience, creativity, and grace that He gives. So today, let's take a few minutes to pray together for our families, the things that fill up our days, and for the Lord…
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Episode 205 // Being a stay at home Christian mom is SUCH a great blessing. But we live in such a busy, distracting, technology-filled world that it can be hard to understand what “success” really looks like… let alone, how to get there. So today on the podcast, I want to share all the details of my morning routine - which sets up my day for succes…
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God teaches us and shapes us through his Word. Reading the Bible is so valuable! And one of my favorite parts is that we can give those Scriptures back to God in prayer. So, join me for a few minutes today as we pray together through a few of the Proverbs that have been jumping out to me over the past few months, as I've been reading Proverbs daily…
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Episode 204 // There are some daily habits that will change your life. Over the past few years as a mom, I’ve found that reading the Bible every day is DEFINITELY one of those habits! And over the past few months, I’ve started reading the Proverbs every day too… … And I love it. Do I miss a few days a month? Of course. Is the book of Proverbs the o…
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One of the most common calls that Christ gives to his followers is that they should forgive one another. It’s all over the pages of Scripture! And it is hard. When we sin or mess up, it is hard to apologize. We wonder what to say, how to say it, and sometimes if we even need to bother. And then, when others sin against us, we struggle to forgive. B…
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Join me for a short time of prayer today, friend, as we reflect this week on the power of God's Word, his presence, and his grace in the stresses of Christian motherhood. My time this summer reading through the psalms and proverbs has been such a wonderful reminder of God's character. We need that reminder every day!! So today, we are praying for G…
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Episode 203 // We’re wrapping up the Summertime in the Psalms series today. (For real this time… somehow, I thought July had already ended last week!) And I want to share my heart with you today, friend. This summer, I’ve been reading through the psalms and proverbs. It hasn’t been a miraculous, life-changing experience. No magic wands. No a-ha God…
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Summertime in the Psalms Series! Psalm 102 is literally labeled "the prayer of an afflicted person." So, how can we not finish out this week without prayer?? Join me today for a sweet time of prayer together, praying through this psalm and the overwhelming emotions that sometimes accompany Christian family life, marriage, and motherhood. hugs & ble…
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Episode 202 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! I love the tagline for Psalm 102. “The prayer of an afflicted person who has grown weak and pours out a lament before the Lord.” What Christian mom hasn’t sometimes felt afflicted? Weak? Filled with lament and struggle? Today’s episode is for you, my friend. And for me. And for all of us who feel weak…
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Summertime in the Psalms Series! Reading the Scriptures is so life-giving. There is so much wisdom, encouragement, hope, and peace! This week, we've looked at Psalm 62 and the practical action steps it points us toward during seasons of discouragement and hardship. Today, let's take it a step further and pray together through this beautiful psalm. …
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As a Christian counseling agency, one of the most common questions that we get from our local pastors is “How can I help this couple in my church who is struggling?” Today, let’s offer some resources! There are plenty of ideas for conversations, questions to ask, and things to try with couples who are struggling. But one of the best ways to find a …
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Episode 201 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! You aren’t here to just grit your teeth and survive raising your kids. No way! No, you are here to figure out how to ENJOY family life. Yes, family life is messy. It’s chaotic. We all get frustrated, we get overwhelmed, relationships can discourage us and life can be really hard. And Psalm 62 has exac…
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Welcome to our Summertime in the Psalms Series! This week, we've found joy and purpose in Psalm 100. Today, join me as we pray through this psalm together - for ourselves and our families. May God bless you and your family with joy, peace, and grace that only He can give! May He fill your home with worship and with knowledge of him, and draw you cl…
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Episode 200 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! We are celebrating 200 episodes today!!! So what better psalm to study together than psalm 100. This is a song of praise, thanksgiving, and celebration of who God is and how we interact with him. In only 5 short verses, there is so much richness in this psalm. Join me to look at the 3 keys we find her…
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Welcome to our Summertime in the Psalms Series! This week, we've looked for wisdom and encouragement in Psalm 1. Today, join me as we pray through this psalm together. May God protect your family from the negative influences of the world and give you a desire for more of his Word. May He bless you, lead you, and draw your family closer to Himself. …
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Episode 199 // Summertime in the Psalms Series! Today, we’re diving into Psalm 1 together. Throughout July, we’ll look closely at a few psalms in order to gain wisdom and direction from the Lord in what our family life should look like. Here in Psalm 1, we find clarity on how to lead our family closer to God. We are shaped every day by the people, …
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Is there anything more frustrating than putting a lot of time and energy into helping someone… and they just don’t appreciate it? Or, they just aren’t getting better? You can’t see how the Lord is working or how your efforts are making a difference? Not only is this a very frustrating experience - it can lead us into burnout. When you’re burned out…
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Episode 198 // Do you sometimes wish there was more time for rest in your life? Of course you do! Every busy mom longs for a bit more peace, a bit more rest in her regular life. But we get stuck in figuring out how to make it happen, and we feel guilty about the time we think it’s taking away from our family. As Christians, the Bible tells us clear…
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Ministry is hard work. Leadership is hard work. Put them together? Unless you are intentional about it, Christian leadership within a church or ministry will take a toll on you. It can quickly and sneakily start to impact your relationships, mental health, emotions, sleep, spiritual life, and so much more. So today, let’s talk about some life habit…
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Episode 197 // Self care can be quite a buzzword these days. The world probably prioritizes it too much, but I think that Christians often prioritize it too little. Especially Christian women! Yes, you’re busy. You’re a mom, a wife, you have a million things to do - but if you never take care of yourself, how long can you keep taking care of these …
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“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2, NIV) It is not of question of IF your ministry will touch someone who is struggling with anxiety. It’s a question of when, how often, and what will you do to help. Anxiety is a huge problem in our culture today. And when you are concerned that someone …
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Episode 196 // Father’s Day is coming! But really, whether it’s a holiday, a birthday, or a regular old Tuesday - your family life will be blessed when you intentionally encourage your husband. As we prepare for this holiday, join me for 7 quick and easy ideas for how to encourage your hubby on his special day. Bonus - they’re basically free! For r…
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Episode 195 // Anxiety can leave you feeling overwhelmed and worn down. It steals your joy from family life. And it is not God’s plan for you! Join me today as we dive into the Bible together to not only find encouragement and guidance from God’s Word, but to find out how we can PRAY Scripture when we are dealing with anxiety. We all have moments w…
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“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:7) As you build relationships with people in your ministry, you will certainly interact with people who are struggling with anxiety. But will you recognize them? Anxiety is one of the most common struggles in our modern culture. In fact, it’s so common that many people don’t even r…
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Episode 194 // I’m feeling overwhelmed in motherhood today, friend. How are you feeling? We all hit days like this. Days where there is a little too much arguing and not enough giggling, and we just feel overwhelmed and discouraged. When we find ourselves wondering, why is motherhood so hard?! This is not an episode with all the answers. Today, joi…
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“In this world, you will have trouble,” Jesus tells his followers. “But take heart! I have overcome the world.” One of the long-term “troubles” that many people in your ministry struggle with is the aftermath of trauma, hurt, and emotional baggage. In fact, you may struggle with this yourself. In our broken world, trauma and emotional pain is very …
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Ministry work can take its toll on us. And in the busyness of it all, sometimes we forget to put any time or energy into caring for ourselves. But when we live this way, we start to feel it - in our emotional wellness, mental health, physical energy, and in our relationships. Today, we’ll look at 10 key areas of life where we ALL need coping skills…
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Addictions recovery can feel like an overwhelming issue that is best left to the “professionals.” But the Bible is clear that there is only one ultimate Healer… and his name is not Dr. Jesus. It’s Jesus Christ, Lord and Savior. So if you are a pastor, a Bible study leader, a Christian friend, a youth mentor - or any other ministry leader - you have…
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Episode 193 // There is nothing more frustrating than listening to your child whine, grumble, and complain. It’s never fun. But every child has those moments - so today, I want to share my 3 most successful ways to STOP that whining! These are not magic wands. But they are quick, easy, free, and don’t require a screen. They can help whether your ch…
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Happy Mother's Day, friend! I hope this is a day when you are able to look around your home, look past the chores to be done and the miscommunications that are present, and ENJOY this time with your sweet family. Join me today for a quick word of encouragement, and a look at Proverbs 31 and how the Lord blesses us each day. Let me pray for you and …
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Ministry work involves helping people through many difficult and painful life circumstances. And one of the hardest is helping people who are dealing with an addiction. There are a lot of ways that pastors and other Christian leaders can help people when they are fighting addiction, but one of the most basic ways is to offer practical, Christ-cente…
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Episode 192 // We all feel overwhelmed sometimes! And the reality of life is that storms, trials, and struggles will come. It’s just a question of when, not if - and then, what are you going to do about it? Today, we’ll take a look at some wisdom from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount to help us prepare for the storms of life. How can we stand firm and fe…
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Episode 191 // It’s really easy as a mom to start worrying about my family. There are so many pieces to juggle. And these relationships are so important! But Jesus is not trying to make family life difficult. He knows that we struggle, and He has the solutions to help us manage the hard things of life and enjoy our marriage and motherhood more. Tod…
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Episode 190 // The Bible can sometimes feel a bit abstract. The “spiritual” doesn’t always feel like it’s impacting our everyday lives and our relationships. That’s why I love to explore and consider the practical applications of Scripture for our family life. We’re taking a few weeks here to walk through the Sermon on the Mount. The Bible is not a…
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