Fire Wife Chronicles: The Podcast

In this heartfelt comeback episode, Lizzy returns to Fire Wife Chronicles: The Podcast with a gentle reminder for weary hearts this holiday season — that peace isn’t found in perfect decorations, full schedules, or overflowing gift lists. From the quiet reality of first responder life to the pressures of holiday expectations, Lizzy shares honestly about the beauty of simplicity and the freedom tha...

In this episode, Lizzy shares four things she’s learned from being married to a firefighter, urging listeners to continue showing up in your life — even when it’s hard. Don’t leave things left unsaid. Stay thankful when your spouse returns home. Stay thankful for the small things. Make home your happy place. Less excuses, more action. Do the hard things. Remember that conditions might not ever be...

In this episode, Lizzy shares 4 mottos that might rock your world in the very best way. She reminds listeners that to live every day to the fullest, we must make the choice to make it a great day! I don't care if you have rhythm ... dance anyway! I don't care if you're socially awkward ... be kind anyway! I don't care if you accidentally say "you too" when someone asks how your day is going. At le...

In this episode, Lizzy discusses how we all go through seasons of feeling like tangled Christmas lights. We go through periods where we feel defeated and behind. Lizzy shares an acronym for “SHINE,” as she reminds listeners to shine wherever you are. S — See what’s in front of you and be in that moment. H — Help others when you can. Sometimes looking through the lens of others keeps the fog out of...

In this episode, Lizzy discusses her mini-van mom era and how we never know what God can do in our lives. One thing Lizzy discusses is that it’s okay to own whatever season of life you are in right now. If your adventures right now are strapping all your kids into car seats and heading to the coffee shop drive-thru … OWN IT! Seasons are ever-changing and it’s important not to compare where you are...

In this episode, Lizzy talks about the negative voices we are faced with when rejection hits us square in the face. We are faced with a decision to let rejection steal our joy, our help propel us forward for something else that is coming. We also have to make sure that the rut of rejection doesn’t keep us from living life and enjoying the slice of cake from time to time. 🍰 🎙️ Season 2, Episode 5...

A special Mother’s Day reminder for mamas in all phases and stages of their motherhood journey. Incase no one has told you today — all the little things you do matter. You are the exact mama your babies need. 🎙️ Season 2, Episode 4 Resources 🎙️ Blessed & Beloved Devotional for Moms: https://lizzychristian.com/shop/ols/products/blessed--beloved-30-day-devotional-journal-for-moms I Speak Jesus by Ch...

In this episode, Lizzy discusses how adventures and new chapters can look different for everyone. It can be easy to get caught up in all the bad things that keep happening to us/around us. It’s easy to think about all the squashed dreams and moments of feeling stuck in the dark. It can be easy to fall into a “woe-is-me” mentality. If you’re hobbling along right now — don’t give up. Look for the be...

In this episode, Lizzy shares 34 phrases she hopes to take to heart more in the coming year. She also reminds listeners to live like every day is their birthday — be thankful for another day. Celebrate the little things. Love your people and thank God for the people in your life who stand by you through thick and thin. Use the breath in your lungs to make a difference. Small things matter. You mat...

Lizzy shares a charge for everyone in a season of uncertainty and waiting. This really can be your best year ever. If you are in a season of uncertainty and trying with everything that’s in you — you are seen. Don’t grow weary. Don’t give up. Your breakthrough is coming — so you can’t stop now. In a world full of overwhelm and heartache, give hope. In a time when everyone is having struggles of th...

Lizzy shares some lessons, trials, blessings and reflections from 2023. She urges listeners to reflect back on this year and see who showed up for them. She encourages listeners to avoid comparing what your year held to those around you. If the most noteworthy thing you did this year was survive, change diapers, clean your kid’s boogers off the walls, show up for someone else who was struggling, w...

Lizzy discusses the effects of her recent loss and reminds us how trauma affects everyone differently. Lizzy urges listeners in waiting room seasons to muster up the strength and dance on the good days and let the joy and sunshine beam into your weary soul. “Stop making your life a waiting room and turn it into a dance floor.” Whether you are on the dance floor or waiting room of life — don’t stay...

Lizzy returns from a podcast hiatus with raw emotions from a recent loss. We all go through difficult and heartbreaking seasons. Sometimes we are so excited about the chapter of life that is unfolding and suddenly it's ripped apart---the pages we were so excited to see written just torn to bits and gone. Just like that. This episode is a reminder for those struggling to feel their pain and let peo...

In this episode, Lizzy discusses ways to approach and tackle the ever-changing seasons of chaos. It’s okay if this year is different than last year. It’s okay if your plate is too full and you have to say no. It’s okay to prioritize and pick and choose what to focus on. It’s okay to ask for help. Don’t live in defeat over today — do what you can. It’s okay if your date-nights look simpler right no...

In this episode, Lizzy discusses the announcement of being pregnant with her 4th child and the lesson of trying not to limit God's blessings, even when it means it's hard. She discusses the previous struggles of a colicky baby and how hard seasons do not mean bad seasons. Sometimes the best things happen out of our comfort zone. Sometimes the best relationships start with the most uncomfor...

In this episode, Lizzy discusses wearing masks in relationships, how you won’t be everyone’s cup of tea (no matter how hard you try), and she shares 3 things to ponder in relationships. Choose real over bottling it up. Choose compassion over anger and holding a grudge. Choose joy over bitterness. Lizzy shares her acronym for BEING REAL in Relationships: (R) Right — you don’t always have to win/be...

We only have one life to live. What song is the anthem of your life right now? Is it time to pick a new song, shift your perspective, and throw your hands up in praise and brave the battles ahead? What song are you telling with your life in the way you think and treat others? Are you letting the songs of the past dictate your future? Are you letting the rough daily rhythms of yesterday dictate how...

Marriage is a lifelong party with your bestie … but you have to accept the invitation to the party. You have to show up. You have to commit to staying - even when there are some awkward conversations. Life is too short to stay stagnant. Lizzy discusses three simple steps to living out your party together and encourages listeners to be creative within their marriage. Marriage isn’t a rom-com — it’s...

Sometimes life throws unexpected curve balls. We have the opportunity to wallow in disappointments or choose to open our eyes to the beauty that lies ahead. Sometimes we see no’s, maybe’s, messes, and a little extra work as disappointments and failures, but in reality, they might be leading us to something better that God has for us. Lizzy shares a few personal examples of some letdowns that led t...

Whether it be marriage, parenting, work, hobbies, or the mundane tasks in life —this episode discusses how to turn ordinary moments to extraordinary memories. Two of Lizzy’s kids make their first podcast appearance and Lizzy shares some simple ways to make mundane tasks more memorable. We are left with the question to ponder: “What can you give a little extra to today to turn your day, your spouse...

A short conversation on kids, dreaming big, pulling out the megaphone for others, and admitting that sometimes life is just really hard. And that’s okay. Lizzy shares her story on submitting (and almost not submitting) an essay for the bestselling book, “So God Made a Mother.” Maya Angelou said, “We delight in the beauty of the butterfly but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve...