Everyone seems to turn to a group of friends to celebrate life’s big moments or to vent in less than ideal circumstances. Do you? Two Cracked Pots discuss the importance of community and where it never fails.

Mom-guilt is a widely accepted reality for many of us, but Beth and Christi debunk this so called "truth" this month as they chat the difference between guilt and conviction. Sit back, relate, hear ideas on how to conquer mom-guilt and remember freedom and permission aren't cuss words. Mom has needs too! Bible verses for the month are Galatians 5:13 and I Corinthians 6:12

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Hosts - Christi Frazer & Beth Macco
Producer - Mike Macco

Music - Cheerful Life Indie Pop by Antarctic

In this episode hosts Christi and Beth share CNN's stats on why people avoid church and why others attend. Where do you fall? Hear about their past experience, current motivations, and what the Bible has to say about meeting with others who are like minded in faith. Verse focus is Hebrews 10:24-25.

Listen and gather common tips for making a house a home. Simple changes can personalize a space and make them your own. A home can also make guests feel much more welcome and at rest. What can we do to make a space feel cozy for guests? What does God do to welcome us? Get some DIY ideas while reflecting on John 14:2-3 and our future home.

Have you read or watched these common love stories? What draws us to them so strongly? Moving loving relationships go beyond boy and girl and Christi and Beth reminisce about their favorite movies and recall real life stories of love and sacrifice. Hear what great love looks like and end in Romans 5:8, the truest source and story of love.

Beth and Christi discuss common triggers and symptoms for the 40 million Americans who struggle with anxiety. Are you one of them? How can someone manage anxiety? Can God help with any of these feelings? Hear how the spiritual life intersects with the mental and physical struggle and hear the truth of Isaiah 43:1-4.

Why do you read? Books provide an outlet, an escape from every day life, and can offer us knowledge and insight, too. Beth and Christi chat about the benefits reading provides, the issue of time, and share their favorite types of books, blogs, and more. Verse focus is Psalm 19:7-8, what reading the Bible can do for those who pick it up.

Margin is hard to come by for most these days yet so necessary. Learn common approaches to managing your crazy and consider your motivation in saying 'yes' to so much. How do we get through it all? By making choices, and taking the time to be still and remember Who is worth our time, energy, and yeses. Verse is Psalm 46:10.

Laundry, cooking, cleaning, dishes, child development, garbage, budgets, and the list goes on. How do you balance it all? Do you share the responsibilities? Be encouraged to talk it out with your spouse so the house is managed and you don't lose your mind. We focus on working hard and loving our families well through Titus 2:5.

Every relationship professional recommends regular date nights, but those can be hard to come by. Christi and Beth discuss some common tips and tricks to making sure those nights alone DO happen! Listen and be challenged to intentionally cherish the one with whom you've chosen to partner. Bible verse is Song of Solomon 3:4.