More than a Pep Talk

In today's episode, Mary Beth shares a piece of her family's story in lieu of her daughter's fifth birthday. Where do you turn for peace and healing in the midst of grief and loss? Do you doubt God's love for you or His goodness when your circumstances don't feel good? Everything in the world is the Lord's, but is the Lord your everything? 

In today's episode, Mary Beth brings up some considerations for wives concerning a popular topic of conversation: complaints about husbands. And how can a wife love her husband well, even in her absence?  "The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain. She does him good and not evil all the days of her life." Proverbs 31: 11-12

In today's episode, Mary Beth discusses where freedom is found in womanhood and encourages women to lean fully into the ministry God has placed before them.  "For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them."  Ephesians 2:10

In today's episode, Mary Beth unpacks some thoughts and considerations about celebrating Halloween, and she also responds to a comment by Allie Beth Stuckey about bearing fruit on the holiday. 

After Charlie Kirk's assassination, Mary Beth emphasizes the reality of light vs. darkness. She encourages women to live boldly in response to the cultural moment and shares scriptures that specifically instruct Christian women on how to live a life that glorifies the Lord. 

How are you living your days to leave a legacy of faith?  A poem Mary Beth wrote in response to a social media post about kids making hard days worse

Are You His Mother? A hot take on wives wanting to have their cake and eat it too.  Don't lose sight of the mission because of the moment. A reminder to look at the big picture when moments of motherhood feel consuming.  Motherhood is humbling...an example from this week.  We can't do it all. It's important to say no to some things in order to wholly invest in other things. 

The impact of friendships and Christian community A response to the question, "How do you _________________ with all of your kids?" and to the social media trend making a joke about moms committing suicide to avoid the challenges of parenting kids at home all summer

Mary Beth describes the reason for the podcast name change and discusses a fun date night game, responding to inconveniences, and the ability to approach Christ's throne. 

How I potty trained our four kids before age two.  List of necessities mentioned in the episode:  Underwear (10-pack) Bag of mini chocolate chips (or other sweet treat) Portable/Travel Potty  A lot of juice boxes/capri suns/gatorade, etc. TV/iPad/books/puzzles/toys Paper towels, wipes, cleaner Potty seat to go on the toilet  If you have been encouraged, please consider leaving a review for the pod...

A homeschooling blessing: educational family trips  What does it mean to follow your heart? As women, what does our culture tell us about being true to ourselves, and is our heart trustworthy?  Book recommendation: My Dear Hemlock by Tilly Dillehay   If you have been encouraged, please consider leaving a review for the podcast to help spread the word. For more content and encouragement, follow alo...

The first episode of 2025!  Introduction and podcast mission  The benefits of a Bible study accountability group  Kids don't need extravagance to make meaningful memories 

The focus of today's episode is navigating conflict in marriage. Mary Beth explains two concepts that have stuck with her in her own marriage, recommends a few valuable marriage resources, and also gives a brief response to the presidential election results from this week. 

Today's episode is a response to a billboard claiming "Birth Control is Freedom." What does this really mean, and how does a biblical definition of freedom compare to what the world offers? 

Today, we're talking about being intentional with the media we consume, some disturbing themes in Taylor Swift's music, and how our family plans to spend October 31st. 

Today, we are continuing our series about the ways comparison and contentment affect different areas of our lives. The focus for today is homeschooling, and we discuss some ways that comparison tries to sneak in and steal our freedom and joy.

Today, we are continuing our series about the ways comparison and contentment affect different areas of our lives. The focus for today is motherhood, and we discuss some truths about motherhood, the results of comparison, and how we can seek contentment. 

Today, we are beginning a series about the ways comparison and contentment affect  different areas of our lives. The focus for today is marriage, and we break down three areas of marriage and discuss what comparison and contentment look like within those areas. 

Today, we're talking about an appropriate response to pride month, looking at how we think and talk about childbirth experiences, and discussing how the culture is determined to eliminate womanhood. 

Today, we're talking through ten specific rhythms that help keep an ordered home and how routines defend against chaos and conflict as schedules shift for the summer. 

Today, we're responding to the recent New York Times article "Can a Sexless Marriage Be a Happy One?" and Whoopi Goldberg's promotion of "hit and run" relationships. Is sex essential in marriage? Is marriage essential for sex? 

Happy Mother's Day! In today's special Mother's Day episode, we discuss the generational and spiritual impact of mothers. 

It's the first episode! Mary Beth introduces herself and discusses why she started her podcast "Revive and Delight" as well as the type of content you can expect to hear in each episode.