The Joy Filled Podcast | Christian Motherhood & Encouragement

I Became a Mom SIX Years Ago Today! Here’s Six Things I’ve Learned In My Six Years of Motherhood

Today is such a special day because it’s my oldest’s 6th birthday which also means I’ve been a mom for SIX whole years! On one hand I’m not sure how it’s already been six years and on the other hand I’m not sure how it’s only been six years! Such is life, right? 
 
In honor of my “mom birthday”, I thought it’d be fun to share six of my favorite lessons I’ve learned in motherhood over the last six years. 
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Couch Chats: Getting Honest About Navigating Change, Body Image Struggles, and Processing Grief

Let’s chat!! It’s been a minute since we’ve had a couch chat and we are long overdue so get cozy while I update you on all the things that have been going on in my life lately. If you came to my house and sat on my couch and asked me “how’s life?”, this is how I’d answer! 
 
TW: I do talk about miscarriage in this episode - no details, just my experience navigating grief and what I’m doing to find joy and hope amidst the heartache. As always, my goal is to encourage you and I know so many of you who have walked this road which is why I’m choosing to share openly about it, but if it’s not for you I completely understand. 
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Uncomplicating Minimalism and Living More Intentionally with Diane Boden

I am so excited for you to hear from my friend Diane Boden from The Minimalist Moms Podcast today! Diane and I share about how living more minimally has impacted our motherhood, we talk about what it looks like to be intentional about all our purchases, what to do when your kids have accumulated too much stuff, and we even dive into holidays & birthdays. 
 
Diane makes minimalism feel simple and attainable for everyone, which is why I know you’re going to love her! 
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If You’re Tired of Being Tired with Jess Connolly

If you’re tired today, this one’s for you. I got to sit down with the incredible Jess Connolly and have an honest and real conversation surrounding her new book, Tired of Being Tired. 
 
Jess and I talk about why we, as women especially, wear tired as a badge of honor, how we got so tired in the first place, how to identify what kind of tired you are, and most importantly - the good news that we don’t actually have to live tired. Jesus came to give us a better way and soul deep rest is ours to enjoy in the name of Jesus. If you’re feeling a little soul-tired today, I hope this helps.  
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TIRED OF BEING TIRED 
 
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The Beauty of Surrender with Tara Sun

Gals who love control - this one’s for you. Tara Sun, author of Surrender Your Story and host of Truth Talks with Tara is joining us today to talk all things surrender and control. From surrendering dreams and timelines, to motherhood, to how to let go and trust God, to the beauty and power of surrender - we pretty much cover it all and I can’t wait for you to listen in today. 
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Growing Your Relationship with God Even in the Trenches of Motherhood

This week I’m sharing with you some of the best ways I have found to stay connected to God and grow your relationship with Him, even in the trenches of the early years of motherhood. These years take a lot out of us moms, but when we partner with God and prioritize our relationship with Him, we can thrive and find joy in every season of motherhood. 
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How Understanding God’s Story Changes Ours with Courtney Doctor

Today we have the absolute honor of getting to hear from Courtney Doctor, Director of the Gospel Coalition and Author of From Garden to Glory - How Understanding God’s Story Changes Yours. In this episode, we discuss how looking at the Bible as a true narrative changes our faith and allows us a deeper understanding of God’s Word and the part we play in His story here and now. Courtney shares so much Bibilica wisdom and also some really great practical resources for reading and studying the Bible and I know you’re going to absolutely love hearing from her today. 
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Finding Freedom From Comparison on Social Media

Ohh, social media… We hate to love it and we love to hate it, BUT I believe that God can redeem it for His glory when we partner with Him to set boundaries and create a healthy relationship with it. So today, I’m sharing with you how you can walk in freedom from the comparison cycle that is so easy to fall into on social media, stop doom scrolling, and have practical tools in your back pocket for anytime comparison tries to sneak into your mind.  
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How Living Rooted in Christ Brings Overflowing Joy with Tara Dew

Tara Dew is joining us today to talk about living a joy filled life that is rooted in Christ. In Tara’s new book, Overflowing Joy, she walks us through Jesus’ teaching of the vine and the branches in John 15. Tara teaches us what that means and what it looks like to practically abide in Him so that our joy can be complete. We talk about gratitude and how that unlocks so much joy and cantonment in this life, living rooted in joy even in the early years of motherhood, and the great calling of raising kids that are rooted in Christ. Tara truly lives out this message of living with Overflowing Joy and I know you’re going to be so blessed by her today. 
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Joy For The Journey: a free 3 day devotional for moms in the trenches
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My Husband’s on a Work Trip - HELP! Here’s How I Minimize Stress + Make The Most of Solo Parenting Weeks

Today we’re talking all things solo parenting! If you have a husband that travels for work or works long shifts, this one’s for you. Solo parenting weeks are HARD. Handling the load of home & kids & dinners & activities & all the things full time when you’re used to sharing it with your husband is HARD. Doing bedtime with crying kids who miss their daddy is HARD. But, good news friend, even here.. There is joy to be found and I’m gonna give you my best tips for making those times when you have to go solo a little more fun. 
JOY FILLED MOTHERS CLUB
Joy For The Journey: a free 3 day devotional for moms in the trenches
Connect with Jenna on Instagram: @jennamariegriffith