120 | The Theology of Sleep: Why Your Lack of Rest is a Spiritual Issue
Release Date: 05/02/2023
Feeling the Hard: A Refreshing Perspective on Life's Difficulties | A 20-Minute Episode
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The difficulties of life are easy to see when they're right in front of us. They're even easier to see when it's all that we're looking for. I recently heard a podcast episode that shifted my entire perspective on how I view the difficult moments of life. After a season of much difficulty, a lot of complaining, and a lot of stress, I realized that I needed a perspective shift and a heart change. Life is really tough. It's such an interesting experience to walk through life; it's deeply sweet and beautiful but equally confusing and painful. I believe that our faith and our minds shape...
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139 | Aging and Feeling Invisible? Living Well Past Your 30's with Sarah Bragg
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On today's conversation with Sarah Bragg, Lindsey Maestas delves into the complexities of aging as a woman and self-reflection at the age of 30+. Sarah shares insights on navigating feelings of invisibility, reflecting on the past years lived, and finding ways to actually appreciate getting older while not allowing yourself to feel invisible. <p> They discuss the importance of noticing the good, reassessing priorities, and addressing the unique dynamics of parenting teenage daughters.
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138 | Mind Games: Winning the Battle Over Failure, Grief & Suicidal Thoughts with Pastor Paul Daugherty
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In today's honest conversation, Lindsey Maestas talks with Pastor Paul Daugherty about his personal struggles with failure, depression, and suicidal thoughts as a Christian. <p> He discusses candidly the struggle that Christians often face with shame and masking emotions when it comes to genuine mental health struggles. He shares his story of attempting to take his life, how suicide is often misperceived as a selfish tendency, and the importance of community and accountability for mental health healing. <p> Pastor Paul shares practical and spiritual ways to work through...
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137 | The Only Kind of Love with THE Delilah
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This slightly untraditional Valentine's Day episode is as heart-challenging as it gets. I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Delilah, long-time radio host, who I grew up listening to from childhood into my adult years. She speaks about the only kind of love that Jesus showed in His lifetime: unconditional love. <p> As an adoptive mom of twelve children, Delilah touches on topics that challenge the way that we unconditionally love: how we love on the widows and the orphans, the way we share and gather stories, the way we speak to our children, how we love Christians,...
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136 | Selflessly Celebrating Your People + Men and Friendship | A Conversation with Jesse Maestas
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"Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep" (Romans 12:9). In today's conversation, Lindsey and Jesse Maestas discuss friendship, their different perspectives on 'showing up' for people, and Jesse candidly reveals his own struggle with the temptation to navigate life independently. He addresses men who grapple with discomfort in seeking help, supporting, or expressing love for their friends. Silently battling financial burdens and parenting stresses, these men often confront a sense of fear or pride surrounding their vulnerabilities. Within this discussion, the episode explores...
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135 | Stop Compartmentalizing God: How to Hear His Voice with Havilah Cunnington
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In today's heartfelt conversation, Lindsey Maestas speaks with Havilah Cunnington about hearing God's voice -- and what that really means. She talks about victim mentality, ownership, and partnering with God in our walk as a Christian. She shares about how we try to be so low-maintenance toward God that we then limit our own relationships with Him. Lindsey and Havilah discuss the controversy around the words often heard in the church, such as, "God told me" or "God changed his mind" which has created bitterness or indignance toward God speaking to Christians. They discuss...
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134 | How to Read More of the Bible in 2024 with Ann White
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In today's episode with author Ann White, we discuss practical ways to study the bible more in 2024. Courage, love, and power pour into every area of our lives when we are faithful to read God's word and to choose presence with Him. Ann and Lindsey Maestas discuss important topics like: -Common lies we believe about reading the Bible and how to overcome them -Books of the Bible you can start reading right away -The best ways to understand and retain what you read -The danger of the all-or-nothing mindset when reading your Bible -The primary reasons why we stop reading the Bible, even...
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133 | How to Feel Human Again After Becoming a Mom and Wife | When You Miss Yourself
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I told Jesse, "Sometimes I just miss being LINDSEY. I miss the things that I used to love. I miss the person that I used to be - without any roles or responsibilities." If you're a mom who misses a piece of who you used to be, there is no shame in that feeling. And this episode is for you. <p> In today's episode, I'm diving deep into the challenges many women face when juggling various roles in life, from being a mom to a spouse and business owner. I am sharing my personal experience and the experiences of friends close to me, prompting an important discussion on the common struggle of...
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132 | Surviving Infidelity: Healing a Marriage After An Affair as a Christian with Jami Nato
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Jami Nato opens up about healing through infidelity after discovering that her husband had engaged in multiple affairs as a Christian. She discusses the important realizations that she had as she began to heal - like divorcing herself from the outcome and not putting any blame on herself for her husband's decisions. <p> In today's conversation with Lindsey Maestas, Jami directly addresses the moments where she realized her marriage was broken and how her perspective of control and of God helped her to come to a place of forgiveness and understanding. <p> Get Jami's book: and...
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131 | How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex and Sin as a Christian Parent
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Let's get uncomfortable. ;-) <p> In today's episode, I am discussing the often tricky topic of talking to your children about sex, drugs, and alcohol. <p> From the importance of starting early, communicating about sex and sin consistently, and staying proactive with phones and social media. I am sharing real-life scenarios and age-appropriate strategies, encouraging you to be transparent about your own past and present mistakes with a focus on the Gospel. <p> The love you have for your child is a higher priority than your comfort. Oral sex, sex, masturbation, drugs, and...
info_outlineWhen hustle turns to humility, we see God more clearly. Did you know that sleep is a form of worship? In today's episode, I talk about how my desire to live as a "night owl" greatly affected my mood and my motherhood and why you should prioritize sleep for your mental health.
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In this convo, I discuss how sleep displays our dependence on God and His provision for us. I share 8 simple strategies to help get a better night's sleep, including establishing a consistent sleep routine and avoiding caffeine and alcohol after 3pm. As Christians, embracing sleep as an act of worship can deepen our faith and draw us closer to God.
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When we prioritize sleep, we are taking care of the body that God has given us - while also restoring and recharging our hearts and souls to love our neighbors, make disciples and to be sharers of His truth.
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