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Are you a Christian mom struggling with anger, burnout, or the overwhelming shame of losing your temper? In this episode of The Intertwined Life Podcast, host Jenny Zentz reconnects with Christian life coach and author Natalie Hixson. Natalie shares her personal journey from destructive "mom rage" to emotional healing and spiritual restoration.Together, they dive into why so many mothers feel isolated in their struggles, how to break free from guilt, and practical steps to invite Jesus into the daily stress of parenting. Learn how God’s strength is made perfect in our weakness and discover actionable tools to bring peace back into your home. Get all the Scripture references mentioned in this episode:https://jennyzentz.com/overcoming-mom-rage/ Resources: Managing Mom Anger with Natalie Hixson – The Intertwined Life Podcast, Ep 60Natalie’s book, Lord, Why Did You Give Me These Children?!: A Faith-Based Approach to Overcoming Mom AngerThe Motherhood Restored PodcastNatalie’s website https://nataliehixson.com/Natalie’s FREE Trigger TrackerConnect with Natalie HixsonGet the FREE Printable PDF: Positive Confessions From His Word Follow on FB and IG @JennyZentz Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Overcoming Mom Rage & Burnout 02:15 - Natalie Hixson’s Journey from Mom Guilt to Restoration 07:30 - Why Christian Mothers Suffer in Silence with Anger 14:10 - Identifying Your Emotional & Physical Triggers 21:45 - Inviting Jesus into Daily Parenting Stress 29:00 - Practical Steps to Stop the Rage Cycle 36:20 - Scripture & Mindset Shifts for Lasting Peace 42:10 - Where to Find Natalie’s Resources & Free Trigger Tracker And please don’t forget to subscribe and share. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff!

In this episode, I share a short, practical reflection on what it looks like when I wake up overwhelmed, start spiraling into my to-do list, and need to turn my thoughts to trusting God with the overwhelm. I talk about the scriptures and prayers I use to reset my mind, hand my plans back to God, and remember that energy, clarity, and enthusiasm come from Him, not from self-effort. This episode is especially helpful if you start the day mentally overloaded, physically drained, or discouraged before the work even begins. Get all the Scripture references mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/trusting-god-with-overwhelm Get the FREE Printable PDF: Positive Confessions From His Word Follow on FB and IG @JennyZentz

High-achieving Christian women are experiencing burnout trying to do it all — but Candice Rockel reveals the simple, powerful shift that can change everything: Intentional rest. Imagine resting in God's presence as naturally as breathing — even in the middle of chaos. Candice shares her personal story of hitting the breaking point during a busy season, then discovering that true rest isn’t just a luxury — it’s a commandment. Her debut solo book, Pause on Purpose: Intentional Rest for Women, is a game-changer for women tired of striving but craving a deeper, more peaceful connection with God. In this episode, Candice and Jenny break down the biblical foundation for Sabbath, revealing how “pressing pause” can feel uncomfortable before it becomes a holy habit. Discover her practical tips for recognizing when life’s busyness is a sign you’re outside God's rhythm — and how to intentionally step into rest, even when it feels foreign. You'll also learn tools to help you serve out of abundance instead of exhaustion. You’ll hear candid insights on how women baptize their burnout, the difference between busyness for Jesus versus intimacy with Jesus, and why worth isn’t linked to productivity. Candice emphasizes that God created us for joy, rest, and relationship — not just work, stress, and overwhelm.  This conversation is a must-listen for women who want to pursue their God-given calling while embracing the peace and purpose He offers. Whether you're navigating a busy season or feeling stuck in chronic overdrive, Candice’s story and wisdom will inspire you to press pause on purpose and step into a life of divine rest. Perfect for anyone craving alignment between faith and everyday life, this episode will leave you encouraged to put aside the “shoulds,” follow God's rhythm, and delight in Him. Candice Rockel is the CEO and co-founder of Aurora Network, a four-time bestselling author, and a passionate speaker dedicated to helping women find rest in God's promises.  Press pause with purpose — and watch your soul thrive. Get Candice’s book, Pause on Purpose, on Amazon — links in the show notes. This is your invitation to rest, grow, and flourish in Christ’s love. Get all the Scripture references and resources mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/intentional-rest-christian-women/ Get the FREE Printable PDF: Positive Confessions From His Word ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction & The Burnout Epidemic in Women03:15 - Candice’s Breaking Point & Discovering Biblical Rest08:40 - Why "Pausing" Feels Uncomfortable at First14:10 - Serving Out of Abundance vs. Exhaustion20:00 - Busyness for Jesus vs. Intimacy with Jesus27:30 - Breaking the Link Between Productivity & Worth32:00 - Final Thoughts & Practical Steps to Press Pause

Are you ready to move from passive belief to active trust in God? To truly grow deep roots to your Christian Faith? In Episode 142 of The Intertwined Life Podcast, Jenny Zentz shares practical biblical wisdom on how to build unshakable faith when life gets challenging, trusting God in hard times.📖 Scripture References & Full Notes: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast-how-to-build-unshakable-faith/🎁 FREE Printable PDF - Positive Confessions From His Word: ---------------------------------------------------IN THIS EPISODE:- Moving from passive belief to active conviction- Lessons from Abraham, the Red Sea, and Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego- Turning daily anxiety into grounded peace using God's Word---------------------------------------------------CONNECT WITH JENNY:- Website: https://jennyzentz.com- Instagram & Facebook: @JennyZentz#ChristianPodcast #FaithOverFear #UnshakableFaith #TrustingGod #BibleStudy--------------------------------------------------Time Stamps: 00:00 - How to Build Unshakable Faith 02:15 - What Does "God Is Able" Mean in Scripture? 10:30 - Abraham’s Example of Faith & Obedience 18:45 - Finding Courage & Faith at the Red Sea 28:10 - Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego: Developing "Even-If" Faith 38:20 - Overcoming Christian Anxiety & Fear with Scripture 45:00 - Closing Prayer for Faith & Daily Strength

Discover practical biblical insights on overcoming fear, building faith, and trusting God's sovereignty in part 2 of our series on holding on to faith in the midst of chaos. So many great Bible verses in this episode for you to stand on and store in your heart! Get all the Scripture references mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast-overcoming-fear-building-faith/ And please don’t forget to subscribe and share. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff! Resources mentioned in this episode: My blog post: Run Like David: Finding the Strength to Face Your Giants The Intertwined Life Podcast – Ep 138: Holding on to Our Faith in the Midst of the Chaos [Part 1]The Intertwined Life Podcast – Ep 1: Building Our Kids’ Faith in the Face of UncertaintyGet the FREE Printable PDF: Positive Confessions From His WordFollow on FB and IG @JennyZentz 00:00 Navigating Chaos with Faith 09:52 Standing Firm in Uncertainty 19:50 Building a Strong Foundation of Faith 22:47 David and Goliath: A Lesson in Courage 25:11 Running to the Battle Line: Embracing Faith 27:53 Filling Your Arsenal: The Importance of Scripture 30:34 Even If: Trusting God in Uncertainty 32:58 Modeling Faith for Our Children 35:20 Navigating Chaos with Calmness 39:46 The Power of God's Word in Our Lives 43:35 Prayer and Trust: Seeking God's Intervention

In this second half of my interview with trauma therapist Veronica Thompson, Veronica shares her expertise on spiritual warfare, generational trauma, healing from childhood abuse, and how faith can guide us through life's darkest moments. Discover practical advice for parents, the importance of community support, and resources for healing. Get all the Scripture references mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast140 And please don’t forget to subscribe and share. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff! Resources mentioned in this episode: God Made All of Me: A Book to Help Children Protect Their Bodies (God Made Me) Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today's Young Kids Good Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.: A Simple Plan to Protect Young Minds Good Pictures Bad Pictures Guide for Girls Passport2Purity (P2P) Getaway Kit: A Life-Changing Weekend with Your Preteenhttps://www.netgrace.org/ Godly Response to Abuse in the Christian EnvironmentConnect with Veronica:Website: http://veronicathompson.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/veronicathompsonlcsw/ Get the FREE Printable PDF: Positive Confessions From His WordFollow on FB and IG @JennyZentz

In this episode, trauma therapist Veronica Thompson shares her profound insights on trauma, its impact on the mind, body, and spirit, and how faith plays a crucial role in healing. We explore the differences between big T and little T trauma, their long-term effects, and practical ways to address them from a Christian perspective. Get all the Scripture references in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast139 And please don’t forget to subscribe and share. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff! Resources mentioned in this episode: Connect with Veronica:Website: http://veronicathompson.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/veronicathompsonlcsw/ Get the FREE Printable PDF: Positive Confessions From His WordFollow on FB and IG @JennyZentz

How did the heroes of the faith maintain that faith when everything around them was going crazy? How do we?? How do we have faith over fear? Let me ask you this. Have you reasoned that He is able? Do you, like Paul, know Whom you have believed? Not do you know about Him, but do you actually know Him? I believe therein lies the secret to Rock-solid faith! To a faith that can withstand the chaos of our present moment and fight the pull of worldwide unrest which threatens to invade our homes and our sanity. This episode is jam-packed with Scripture to helpyou set your mind and keep it set on the things above. It’s time to stand on what we know regardless of how we feel!   Get all the Scripture references mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast138 Resources mentioned in this episode: My blog post: Run Like David: Finding the Strength to Face Your GiantsGet the FREE Printable PDF: Positive Confessions From His WordFollow on FB and IG @JennyZentz And please don’t forget to subscribe and share. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff!

In this final installment of the Encouragement for the Way series, I’m excited to share my conversation with Hadley Mussler. Hadley serves as the Assistant Director of Family Life Ministry at Rock Harbor. Friends, we were never meant to walk with Jesus solo. For this reason I was so thankful when Hadley agreed to sit down with me and talk about the importance of walking in Christian community. In this heartfelt interview, Hadley shares her journey of faith, relationships, and community building, emphasizing the importance of living authentically and intentionally in Christ. Discover practical insights on how walking closely with Jesus transforms relationships and nurtures a supportive faith community. Get all the Scripture references mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast137 Please don’t forget to subscribe, share, rate, and review. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff! Resources mentioned in this episode: “Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers” by Dane OrtlundRecovering from Emotionally Immature Parents: Practical Tools to Establish Boundaries and Reclaim Your Emotional Autonomy  by Lindsay C. Gibson PsyD

In part 8 of the Encouragement for the Way series, I’m breaking down my takeaways from John chapters 17-21. Join me as we unpack just a few of the many powerful lessons found in the last chapters of the book of John, reflecting on Jesus' sacrifice, resurrection, and the call to follow Him. Scripture references mentioned in this episode: John 17-212 Timothy 3:16-17Psalm 119:18John 14:262 Corinthians 5:21 Resources mentioned in this episode: Enduring Word AppBlue Letter Bible And please don’t forget to subscribe, share, rate, and review. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff!

In part 7 of the Encouragement for the Way series, I’m breaking down my takeaways from John chapters 11-16. In these jam-packed accounts of the life and teaching of Jesus we come face to face with the topics of love, humility, prayer, sanctification and the power of the Holy Spirit. Guys, when we live connected to Christ and growing in the things He taught, we will become people He will use to impact the world! Get all the Scripture references mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast135 And please don’t forget to subscribe, share, rate, and review. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff! Resources mentioned in this episode: Chasing Vines by Beth MooreThe Hoopla App

In part 6 of the Encouragement for the Way series, I am talking with John Henry and Jami Price about the profound impact of faith on personal and family dynamics. We explore the importance of spiritual health and community as John Henry and Jami share personal stories of transformation, practical steps for deepening their faith, and the significance of obedience and prayer in daily life. Get all the Scripture references and resources mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast134

As we began this "Encouragement for the Way" series, the challenge was to read a chapter a day in the book of John. No doubt some of you likely finished your journey through John a week or two ago, and some of you may have started and just kind of fell off. Regardless of where you are that's absolutely fine. The point of regularly reading our Bibles is not to complete a checklist.  It's simply about consistently spending time in the Bible and learning more and more what it looks like to walk with Jesus. In this episode I share my takeaways from chapters 6-10, reflecting on themes of grace, belief, and the transformative power of Jesus in our lives. I hope this episode will encourage you, spark some enthusiasm, and maybe even challenge you a bit. Get all the Scripture references and resources mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast133

Are you ready to discover how simple movement can transform your spiritual life? It’s not just about muscles or muscles of faith — it’s about REAL, authentic living where body and spirit collide. In this episode, youth pastor Josh Broyles unpacks how physical health fuels your walk with Jesus and how community in fitness can propel your spiritual growth. Get all the Scripture references and resources mentioned in this episode: ⁠https://jennyzentz.com/podcast132⁠ And please don’t forget to subscribe, share, rate, and review. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff!

In this episode of The Intertwined Life Podcast, by offering her personal insights from the first few chapters of John, Jenny offers encouragement for those on their spiritual journey of following Jesus. She emphasizes the importance of viewing faith as a continuous journey rather than a destination, encouraging listeners to engage deeply with scripture and to embrace their questions and doubts as part of their spiritual growth. Throughout the episode, Jenny illustrates how Jesus's teachings can be applied to everyday life, urging listeners to share their faith stories. By emphasizing relationship over religion, Jenny aims to inspire a deeper connection with God and a more profound understanding of His word, ultimately guiding listeners toward a more fulfilling and vibrate daily walk with Jesus. Get all the Scripture mentioned in this episode: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast131 Resources mentioned in this episode: The Enduring Word AppStrong's Bible Concordance AppWordHippo.comThrough the Word audio teachings of JohnNIV Bible (Teal)*NIV Bible (Brown)*