Christmas can feel busy, overwhelming, and full of mixed messages — especially as Christian moms trying to keep Christ at the center of our homes. In this special Christmas episode of Building Yourself with Grace, I share why I still believe in Santa Claus — not as a distraction from Jesus Christ, but as a beautiful symbol that points our hearts back to Him. You’ll hear a heartfelt reading from the beloved children’s book I Believe in Santa Claus by Diane G. Adamson, a reflection on the deeper meaning behind common Christmas symbols, and a poem I wrote called The Reason for the Season. Together, we’ll talk about how traditions like Santa, wreaths, candles, gifts, and even candy canes can become intentional tools to teach our children about: Christlike love Giving and generosity The Light of the World Eternal life and hope Peace in the middle of the holiday rush This episode is an invitation to slow down, shift perspective, and rediscover how Christmas traditions — when taught with intention — can lead our families closer to Christ, not further away. Whether you’re feeling joyful, stretched thin, or somewhere in between, this message is a reminder that Jesus Christ is the reason for the season, and His light can be found in the small, meaningful moments we create at home.🎄✨

If you are walking through postpartum depression, healing after miscarriage, or carrying quiet grief that feels too heavy to name, this affirmation episode is for you.

In this deeply honest and hope-filled episode, I sit down with my dear friend Bridget to talk about her journey through postpartum depression, anxiety, and miscarriage — and how her faith in Christ carried her through some of the darkest seasons of her life. Bridget shares what it felt like to walk through overwhelming emotional struggles, moments of hopelessness, and the fear of hitting rock bottom — only to discover that Christ is the rock beneath our feet, even when we feel like we’re falling. Together, we talk about: What postpartum depression and anxiety can really feel like for Christian moms Navigating miscarriage and grief while trying to keep going Why struggling does not mean you are broken or failing How Christ descends below all things so He can lift us up Finding hope, healing, and grace in seasons when faith feels fragile This conversation is for any mom who has felt overwhelmed, lost, or afraid that she’s not doing enough — or that she’s somehow alone in her pain. Bridget’s story is a reminder that even when heaven feels quiet, God is still near, and we are never falling alone. If you are walking through postpartum mental health challenges, grief after miscarriage, or a season of deep emotional struggle, this episode offers compassion, understanding, and a gentle reminder that healing is possible — one step, one prayer, one breath at a time. 💌Connect with Bridget McCann Instagram @itsbridgetelaine @bridge_beween.the.lines 💛 Ways to Grow & Connect 🌿 Book Your Free 30-Minute Grace Reset Call(A calm, grace-filled space to renew your mind and spirit.)➤ https://calendly.com/buildingyourselfwithgrace/graceresetcall 🌿 Apply for The Grace-Minded Mom Coaching Program➤ https://shorturl.at/w7XbS 💌 Subscribe to The Grace Letter➤ https://buildingyourselfwithgrace.kit.com/resources 👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Free Christian Mom Facebook Community — Grace in the Mess➤ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14HjgsAK1cz/ 📬 Email me directly➤ jennaazera@buildingyourselfwithgrace.com

Affirmations: Letting Go of Worry & Trusting God as a Christian Mom

Mama, if worry feels like your constant companion — you’re not alone. Motherhood brings real pressures, real fears, and real mental load… but God never intended for you to carry it all by yourself. In today’s episode, we’re walking through 6 Christ-centered ways to stop worrying and step into God’s peace, inspired by both Scripture and timeless wisdom from Dale Carnegie’s classic How to Stop Worrying and Start Living. (That book changed my life — and today, those tools are here to bless you too.) We’ll talk about: ✨ Why worry drains your mind, body, and spirit ✨ The simple teachings of Jesus about focusing on today instead of tomorrow ✨ How to stop replaying fears, future “what ifs,” and past regrets ✨ Practical, peaceful steps to calm your mind when it starts spiraling ✨ How gratitude, truth, and surrender actually restore emotional peace ✨ How trusting God (with the things you can’t control) brings real relief If your heart has been heavy… If your mind has been loud… If you’re craving peace you can feel… This episode will meet you right where you are. Jesus showed us how to live one day at a time — with trust, with presence, and with peace. Let’s learn to follow that example together, Mama. 💛

If you’ve been craving a moment of calm in the middle of motherhood, this episode is for you. 💛 Today, yoga and meditation instructor Kelly Smith joins us to lead a gentle, peaceful affirmation meditation created specifically for you amazing moms. This short practice helps you slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with the truth of who you are — a capable, loved, and divinely supported mother. As you listen, you’ll be guided through affirmations that remind you: ✨ You are the perfect mother for your children ✨ You don’t have to do it all ✨ You are enough, even on the hard days Find a quiet place (even the bathroom counts!), take a deep breath, and let this meditation fill your mind, heart, and spirit with peace.

Have you ever wondered what meditation really is — or how it fits into your life as a Christian mom? In today’s episode, I sit down with meditation and yoga instructor Kelly Smith to talk about what meditation actually means, how it differs from mindfulness, and why these practices can beautifully support your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. We also address the common concerns many Christian women have around meditation, and how to approach it in a way that aligns with your faith and draws you closer to God. Kelly shares simple, accessible ways to create stillness, quiet your thoughts, and invite more peace into your busy days — even in the chaos of motherhood. If you’ve ever felt curious about meditation but unsure where to start, this conversation will leave you encouraged, grounded, and confident in exploring it through a Christ-centered lens.

Today’s affirmations are inspired by Episode 13, The Power of Gratitude: Finding Joy and Grace in Every Season — where we talked about how gratitude can shift your mindset, strengthen your faith, and help you notice God’s hand even in the chaos of motherhood. These gentle, faith-filled affirmations will help you slow down, breathe, and reconnect with God’s goodness — whether you’re in a season of joy, exhaustion, overwhelm, or simply trying to make it through the day. If you’ve been feeling distracted, discouraged, or caught in comparison, this episode is for you. Let these truths fill your heart with peace, energy, and renewed perspective as you move through your daily routines. Take a deep breath, Mama. God is here, and there is always something to thank Him for. 🌿 💛 Ways to Grow & Connect 🌿 Book Your Free 30-Minute Grace Reset Call (A calm, grace-filled space to renew your mind and spirit.) ➤ https://calendly.com/buildingyourselfwithgrace/graceresetcall 🌿 Apply for The Grace-Minded Mom Coaching Program ➤ https://shorturl.at/w7XbS 💌 Subscribe to The Grace Letter ➤ https://buildingyourselfwithgrace.kit.com/resources 👩‍👧‍👦 Join our Free Christian Mom Facebook Community — Grace in the Mess ➤ https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14HjgsAK1cz/ 📬 Email me directly ➤ jennaazera@buildingyourselfwithgrace.com

In today’s episode, we’re talking about the power of gratitude — not the shallow “just be thankful” message the world gives, but the biblical, heart-changing, peace-bringing gift God intended it to be.

If you listened to Episode 12 and thought, “Okay… I get what affirmations are, but how do I actually start?” — this episode is for you, Mama. In this gentle, faith-filled affirmation session, we’ll speak simple truths you can use every single day to reset your mind, strengthen your heart, and remind you who you are in Christ. These affirmations are beginner-friendly, grace-filled, and designed to help you practice renewing your mind in a way that feels natural — not pressured.

The Power of Affirmations: How Christian Moms Can Renew Their Minds with Faith and Truth

If you’ve ever felt like you’re walking through a spiritual wilderness — praying, waiting, and wondering where God is — this episode is for you. These gentle, faith-filled affirmations are inspired by my conversation with Desi Wightman from Episode 11, “Trusting God in Your Spiritual Wilderness: Navigating Special Needs Parenting and Marriage When Heaven Feels Silent.” Together, we’ll invite peace, perspective, and the Spirit into our hearts; reminding ourselves that even when Heaven feels quiet, God is still near, still guiding, and still writing a story of grace through our lives. 🌿

Have you ever prayed for answers and felt… nothing? In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with my dear friend Desi Wightman, a Christian mom whose journey through parenting a child with special needs — while walking her own spiritual wilderness — has taught her what it really means to trust God when Heaven feels silent. Together we talk about: ✨ Finding faith when God seems far away ✨ Strengthening your marriage through trials ✨ Letting go of control and trusting God’s timing ✨ Parenting a special-needs child with grace and compassion ✨ Seeing the Savior’s hand even in quiet seasons If you’re a mom walking through uncertainty, loneliness, or unanswered prayers — this episode will remind you that you are not forgotten. God sees you, loves you, and is guiding you through every wilderness with purpose and peace. 🌿

Between laundry, meals, and endless to-do lists, it can be easy to forget that God is right beside you in every moment. These gentle, Christ-centered affirmations are here to help you slow down, reconnect, and bring Him into the middle of your busy day. ✨ This episode is inspired by Episode 10 — “8 Simple Ways to Include God in Your Busy Daily Routine as a Christian Mom.” Together, they’ll remind you that faith doesn’t have to fit into your schedule — it can flow through it. Inspired by Colossians 3:23–24, this episode will help you remember that every act of service — every diaper changed, dish washed, and prayer whispered — can become sacred when done with love for the Lord.

Do you ever feel guilty for not spending “enough” time with God — like your schedule is too full for prayer, scripture, or quiet moments? You’re not alone, Mama. In this episode, I’ll share 8 simple ways to include God in your busy daily routine — practical, grace-filled habits that bring His peace right into the middle of motherhood. You’ll learn how to turn your ordinary moments into sacred ones, find calm in the chaos, and remember that God isn’t asking for perfection… He just wants to walk with you through it all. 🌿

Have you ever felt lost in your role as a mom and wondered who you are beyond the daily routines? If so, this episode is for you. These Christ-centered affirmations will help you reconnect with your true identity — not just as a mother, but as a beloved daughter of God.

Have you ever felt like motherhood has become your whole name—like you’re “mom” to everyone, but you’re not sure where you went? In this heartfelt episode, we’ll talk about what it truly means to rediscover who you are beyond your role, and how remembering your divine identity as a daughter of God can change everything about how you think, love, and live. You’ll learn how understanding the difference between your identity and your role brings peace, confidence, and purpose back into motherhood. Together, we’ll explore what God says about who you are, how to strengthen your sense of worth through faith, and what to do when you start to feel lost in the busyness of life. You’ll walk away feeling seen, grounded, and reminded that your worth never changes—not by what you do, but by who you are. 🌿

Hey Mama 💛 If your thoughts have been heavy lately, or if shame has been whispering that you’re not enough—this episode is for you. Today we’re slowing down, taking a deep breath, and walking through faith-filled affirmations to help you renew your mind in Christ. Together, we’ll release negative thoughts, replace them with God’s truth, and remind our hearts that His grace is always greater. You’ll hear gentle reminders that: ✨ You are not your negative thoughts—you’re learning and growing with God’s help. ✨ Shame doesn’t define you—His truth restores you. ✨ Renewal happens daily, one grace-filled thought at a time. Grab a quiet moment, breathe in peace, and let these Christ-centered affirmations refresh your mind and heart today.

Hey Mama 💛 Do you ever catch yourself stuck in negative thinking? Maybe shame whispers that you’re not doing enough… or you’re falling short as a mom. I’ve been there too — and today, I want to help you see how God calls us to something greater. In this episode, we’ll walk through how to renew your mind in Christ (Romans 12:2), recognize those sneaky lies that try to hold you down, and replace them with the positive truths God speaks over you. You’ll also learn three practical steps to retrain your thoughts through Scripture, gratitude, and affirmation — so you can walk in daily peace and purpose. We’ll talk about: ✨ The difference between shame and guilt — and how to bring your thoughts back to God. ✨ How to identify negative thoughts and reflect on whether they’re true or from Him. ✨ Simple ways to reset your mindset through prayer, gratitude, and affirmation. If your mind has been heavy lately, I hope this episode helps you see yourself the way God sees you — beloved, growing, and full of potential.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, unheard, or unworthy — this short, faith-filled affirmation episode is for you. Inspired by my story in Episode 7, “He Sees You,” these Christ-centered affirmations will help you renew your heart, release shame, and rest in the truth that God sees you, loves you, and is walking beside you every step of the way. 💛 In this 5-minute reflection, you’ll be reminded to: ✨ Forgive those who’ve hurt you and allow God to heal your heart ✨ Find peace in God’s timing and His perfect plan ✨ Remember your worth as a beloved daughter of God ✨ Rest in His grace when motherhood feels heavy Take a deep breath, press play, and let these gentle truths wash over you today. You are seen. You are loved. And you are never alone.