Hearts Wide Open

DAY 9 — A HUMBLE KING Greatness isn’t found in power — but in humility. 📖 Philippians 2:7–8 He emptied Himself and became obedient. Humility is honesty. It’s stepping out of comfort, serving those who are overlooked, and remembering we all need Jesus. Today’s Challenge: Reach out to a shelter, prison ministry, or recovery home. Serve, donate, or write a note of encouragement.

DAY 8 — THE LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS Jesus shines brightest when life feels heavy. 📖 John 8:12 “I am the light of the world.” His light exposes, heals, and guides. Even silence becomes holy when we let His light in. Today’s Challenge: Sit in stillness. Picture a candle and pray: “Jesus, You are the light of the world.”

DAY 7 — JOSEPH’S OBEDIENCE Obedience often happens in the quiet, unseen places. 📖 Matthew 1:24 Joseph did as the angel commanded. Joseph obeyed without applause, without clarity — simply because he trusted God. We’re invited into the same quiet faithfulness. Today’s Challenge: Reflect honestly: “If God has a bigger plan, why do I fight so hard for control?” Let the Holy Spirit speak.

DAY 6 — FAITH LIKE MARY Mary said yes before she understood the outcome — that’s real surrender. 📖 Luke 1:38 “Let it be done according to your word.” Mary’s yes was trust, bravery, and wholehearted openness to God’s plan. May her surrender inspire our own. Today’s Challenge: Whisper Mary’s words today: “Lord, let it be done according to Your word.”

DAY 5 — LOVE CAME DOWN God didn’t stay distant — He stepped right into our story. 📖 John 1:14 The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. Jesus came close on purpose. Not to condemn, but to reveal grace and truth. He chose humility, humanity, and nearness — the same nearness He offers you today. Today’s Challenge: Write down one way you saw God show up this week.

DAY 4 — JOY THAT LASTS Real joy isn’t dependent on how good life looks — but on how close Jesus is. 📖 Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Joy rooted in Jesus remains steady, even when life isn’t. Ask yourself today: Is my joy coming from circumstances… or from Christ? Today’s Challenge: Notice one moment of joy today and thank Jesus for it — big or small.

DAY 3 — THE GIFT OF PEACE True peace isn’t the absence of noise — it’s the presence of Christ. 📖 John 14:27 Jesus gives a peace the world cannot give. Peace isn’t found in a quiet house, a perfect schedule, or a finished to-do list. It’s found in Christ’s steady presence. When we focus on Him, our reactions change, our hearts soften, and the chaos loses its grip. Today’s Challenge: Take 30 second...

DAY 2 — HOPE IN THE WAITING Advent reminds us that God’s timing is never rushed, never delayed — always perfect. 📖 Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with peace and joy as you trust Him. Our busy lives often make us feel like we must create hope, joy, and peace on our own — but Scripture calls God the God of Hope . Meaning: He is the source, not us. Instead of exhausting ourselves, what if...

Day 1 — Prepare Him Room Today we begin our Advent journey with Luke 2:7: “She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.” Before we celebrate His birth, Advent invites us to make room, not in our homes, but in our hearts. Together we reflect on what might be crowding out space for Jesus, why He chose to enter the world in such humilit...

In this episode, we dive into James 3 and the power of our words. How the tongue can either build up or tear down, and why that matters so deeply in our homes, our churches, and our everyday conversations. We talk about what it really means to be a “teacher” of the faith (yes, even as parents and friends), why our words carry a spiritual ripple effect, and how true wisdom from above looks peaceful...

In James 2, we get called out, in the best way. James reminds us that we can’t say we love Jesus and then treat people differently based on what they wear, what they drive, or how “put together” they look. He also tells us straight-up: faith without works is dead. In this episode we talk about: favoritism in the Church (and how it sneaks in) why God chose the poor to be rich in faith how mercy and...

Every line in James feels like a gem! Challenging, sharpening, and calling us to live out our faith. In this episode, we dive into James 1 and talk about steadfastness, prayer, trials, and what it really means to be doers of the Word, not just hearers. Expect laughter, conviction, and those Holy Spirit goosebumps we’ve all come to love! Ponder like Mary If you are going through a hard season what...

We wrap Ephesians by getting practical and personal: the tug on our hearts about “one Lord, one faith, one baptism” (Eph 4:5), what godparents are really for, and how to parent without provoking, guiding from love instead of control. Then we step into the heart of chapter 6: the Armor of God for the everyday spiritual battles we face (and our kids face), from bedtime meltdowns to teen moods to the...

In Ephesians 5 , we dive into what it really means to walk in love as God’s children, imitators, and light-bearers. We talk about forgiving the way God forgives, catching ourselves when we idolize busyness or the scroll, and remembering that faith isn’t a checkbox; it’s a lifestyle. I share stories from the farm, real-life lessons on family, and the gentle ways God nudges us to slow down, bring ou...

In Ephesians 4 , we talk about what it means to live worthy of the call, with humility, gentleness, patience, and practical rhythms that keep us grounded in God’s presence when life gets loud. We share how we’re recognizing our God-given gifts, “putting off the old self,” and choosing habits that help (gratitude drives, sticky-note Scripture, the Rosary, Christian music) alongside heart checks tha...

In this heartfelt conversation on Ephesians 3 , we open up about what it means to feel unworthy yet chosen , just like Paul. We share honest stories about teaching faith to our kids, staying grounded in chaotic seasons, and remembering that God often calls the ones who don’t feel qualified. With laughter, raw honesty, and a farm story in this episode we explore the depth of Christ’s love. A love t...

In this episode, we invite you to draw closer to Christ through the Litany of Humility and St. Paul’s vision of charity. Together, we reflect on what it means to let go of worldly desires, embrace love that endures, and sit in silence with God. 💫 Take a moment this week to ponder: What are your gifts? Where do you seek peace — in the world, or in Christ? When was the last time you sat quietly wit...

In this very first episode, we open the book of Ephesians, Chapter 1 and discover what it means to be chosen, adopted and sealed by God's love. This is a letter of identity and hope and it's where our podcast begins! Take a moment to ponder: Are you touching the hearts of those around you before you speak? We're so glad you're here. Come as you are, leave filled with grace!

This is our "Intro" we just take some time each of us to tell you who we are, and what were feeling called to do in this moment! We’re Kylee and Chelsey two Catholic women, moms, and question askers. We’re not theologians. We’re not perfect. But we are women who love Jesus, wrestle with real life, and believe there’s grace waiting for all of us… even in the chaos! Each episode, we open o...