Merry Christmas!! Welcome to the Everyday Love Christmas party where you'll meet two of my dearest friends, Steff and Danielle. At this party, we talk about friendship, Jesus, Christmas, and we even play a fun holiday game. This episode is all about fun, so sit back, relax and enjoy the party!

Meet my friend, Stacie Hilby! Stacie is the Director of Women's Ministries at Salt Church in Waddell, AZ. She is currently in school to receive her master's degree in Biblical Studies, so I brought her on today to talk all about the Bible!! We discuss how and why we should read the Bible, the credibility of the Bible, and more!  My hope is that this episode inspires you to dig deep into the Bible, not necessarily for more knowledge (although that is great!) but to intentionally know God more. Below is a list of helpful resources that Stacie mentioned to help you get started on your Bible study journey.

The Canon Revisited- Michael Kruger

https://a.co/d/d3myN3H

ESV Study Bible

https://a.co/d/d4xtGEO

The Kingdom of Priests- Eugene Merrill

https://a.co/d/28RFS4f

Grasping God’s Word- https://a.co/d/grPxbxE

Nancy Guthrie Podcast- Help Me Teach the Bible

On today's episode, Nicole and I discuss if self-love/self-care is Biblical. Nicole has been very helpful to me personally navigating this topic, and I believe she will be just as helpful to you.

If you want to find out more about Nicole and what she does, here is the link to her website.

Giver her a follow on Instagram @aligned.energetics

Scripture referenced today: Matthew 10: 38-39 ;  1 John 3: 18-20  MSG, ESV

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!! Today, I have a very special guest on the show, Donna Peck. Donna is a Licensed Professional Counselor here to talk to us about dealing with trauma over the holidays. We discuss having a difficult or dangerous family member, mental health, and loss- all factors that can make this time a year much less jolly. 

I hope this conversation is helpful and gives you permission to make certain choices if needed. 

Here are the links to the resources that Donna recommended:

Amazon.com: Healthy Me, Healthy Us: Your Relationships Are Only as Strong as You Are (Audible Audio Edition): Les Parrott, Leslie Parrott, Tom Parks, Cris Dukehart, Thomas Nelson: Audible Books & Originals

Amazon.com : boundaries by cloud and townsend

Find me on Instagram @mrs.kodieraley

Have a very Happy Thanksgiving!