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5 Lessons From A Hard Year
2019 was a hard year. By December, I told my husband I found joy. Find out what changed and the 5 lessons I learned about faith and God.
Why I Don’t Hate Christmas Anymore
The Ricki Lake Show called me because I hated Christmas. Things have changed. Here’s why I don’t hate Christmas anymore and perhaps you won’t either.
Overcome Holiday Stress Season 2 Episode 6
Brenda talks about how the holidays can bring cheer for some while bringing holiday stress for others. Learn four tips to handle it.
The Empty Place this Christmas
How do you manage grief and loss at Christmas? Author and pastor John Ashley shares three tips for making it through the holidays when you miss a loved one who’s died.
Controlling Your Emotions Season 2 Episode 5
Depression and anxiety often increase during the holidays. Kids need their parents to see their emotions and help them regulate when they feel overloaded.
Restoring Relationships During the Holidays
The holidays is a time for restoring relationships. Here are insights on how to approach relationships with steps for healing and harmony.
Social Media Discernment: Season 2 Episode 4
Today’s technology is a useful, but even adults need discernment about guarding our spiritual/emotional/physical well being.
The Life beyond the Picket Fence Podcast with Tricia Goyer part 2
Grab your coffee and enjoy part 2 of the Tricia Goyer interview! Join Brenda as she interviews Tricia Goyer on her new book The Grumble Free Year (release date 11/05/19) in which Tricia and her husband sought out a solution to their grumbling household. They and...
The Life beyond the Picket Fence Podcast with Tricia Goyer part 1
We are back for Season 2 of the Life Beyond the Picket Fence podcast! We pray this podcast encourages, but also challenges you to grow in your faith, life, and family. Growing is synonymous with struggle and we as humans don't really lean towards that word or enjoy...
Brothers and Sisters, We Need Each Other
In the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, we deserve to be treated equally, with respect, according to Christ’s character, and cultural standards of 2019.
5 Killers of Love That Bring Out The Worst in You
Humans need connection and love, but we can be killers of love. Find out five key behaviors that sabotage our relationships
10 Lessons from a Desert Dweller
When you don’t feel or hear from God, you feel like you’re in a desert, especially if you’re emotionally or spiritually tired. Patience and commitment is hard. Here are 10 things I’ve learned living in a dry, dormant season.