Get your home winter-ready without the stress. In this episode, we break down the easy-to-forget home maintenance tasks that can save you money, prevent headaches, and keep your space cozy all season long. We’ll talk about how to tell when to DIY and when to call in the pros—plus a much-needed reminder that the heart of a home is the people in it, not how perfect it looks.

Whether you’re a seasoned homeowner or brand new to it all, this episode is your simple, practical winter home survival guide.

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https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/home-ready-for-winter/

In this raw and eye-opening episode, Kristy Wegner shares her powerful journey through food addiction, emotional eating, and the hidden battles she carried for years. Growing up as a missionary’s daughter, Kristy knew faith well — but financial stress and childhood comfort-seeking led her into a cycle she couldn’t break on her own.

Kristy opens up about the moment she realized food had become her escape, how God met her in the middle of addiction, and the life-changing habits that keep her grounded today. If you’ve ever struggled with unhealthy coping mechanisms, emotional eating, or finding your identity outside of Christ, this conversation will hit home.

This episode is packed with hope, honesty, and practical truth — a reminder that God can break chains we don’t even know how to name.

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https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/food-addiction-kristy-wegner/

Have you ever caught yourself feeling guilty for resting? Or felt like you have to earn your worth through productivity? This episode dives into our culture of constant motion and what happens when our work begins to take center stage. We’ll talk about the importance of Sabbath, the gift of slowing down, and how to find your identity not in what you do — but in who you are in Christ.

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https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/hustle-becomes-idol-adriane-stuebs/

 Trigger Warning: Sensitive topic involving sexual assault.

Stephanie’s story is one of incredible faith and redemption. After growing up in Mexico surrounded by love, she later discovered a devastating truth about her conception. In this episode, she shares how she and her mother turned to God for strength and peace, and how He transformed their pain into purpose. You’ll be inspired by Stephanie’s radiant joy and her testimony that God truly makes all things new.

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https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/god-writes-story-joy-after-pain-stephanie-jaramillo/

Have you ever thought about how many people share your name — and yet, God knows you? In this episode, we reflect on what it means to be personally known and loved by God. We open the Word together to discover scripture after scripture affirming our worth, identity, and place in His heart. Whether you’re in a season of feeling unseen or simply need a reminder of God’s closeness, this episode will leave you encouraged by His everlasting care and the truth that you are fully known and deeply loved.

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https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/god-knows-your-name-adriane-stuebs/

In this inspiring episode, Maria opens up about her calling to help others organize their homes with compassion and grace. She shares practical tips for staying organized and faith-filled truths about identity, reminding us that our worth is found in Christ, not in perfection.

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https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/declutter-organize-maria-ewings/

Farah is back! If you’ve been wanting to create healthier habits, this conversation is for you! In this episode, we sit down to talk about our daily routines, the power of discipline, and how faith plays a role in keeping us centered. We open up about what motivates us, how we encourage each other, and the simple choices that have made a big difference in our days.

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https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/morning-routines-farah-stuebs/

In this episode, we sit down with Maureen Lawrenz, owner of Lake Country Growers and now a thriving real estate agent with Shine Realty. Maureen shares her inspiring journey of entrepreneurship, from growing a successful CBD business to helping families find their dream homes. Alongside her husband, Benj Lawrenz of the Christian band Koine, Maureen has built not only beautiful houses but also a life grounded in faith. Her story is one of hard work, vision, and trusting God’s plan every step of the way.

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https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/growing-dreams-maureen-lawrenz/

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Jessica opens up about her journey as a cancer survivor and the ways her faith became her lifeline during the most difficult seasons of her life. With honesty and grace, she shares how she clung to God’s promises and found strength she didn’t know she had. Jessica also highlights the powerful role of friendship and community in her healing—reminding us all that we were never meant to walk through hard times alone. Her story is one of courage, hope, and the beauty that can emerge even in the midst of pain.

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 https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/faith-becomes-lifeline-cancer-survivor-jessica-mlsna/

In this tender and heartfelt episode, Jill shares her journey of losing her son to suicide and the deep grief that followed. She reflects on his struggles with mental health, the beautiful memories of his childhood, and the legacy of faith he left behind. Through it all, Jill clung to God’s comfort and strength, finding hope and peace even in the midst of heartbreak. This conversation is a gentle reminder of God’s presence in our deepest pain and the enduring power of love.

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https://www.housesthatshine.com/blog/light-midst-loss-jill-nelson/