Living Easy with Lindsey

In Episode 3 of the Money and Christianity Series, Lindsey and Jesse Maestas have an honest conversation about tithing, investments, saving, and the prosperity gospel with Lindsey's in-laws, Catherine and David Maestas. So much of the knowledge that Lindsey and Jesse received and implemented about stewarding money as a Christian came from what they saw Catherine and David doing. The Maestas' talk about their choice to live small then so that they can live well now and how investing in real estate early on in their marriage set the path for their successful financial future. They discuss how to be a good steward with a compassionate heart while also discerning how, when, and whom to give to. David and Lindsey hone in on how the prosperity gospel diminishes the weight of Christ's life and Jesse shares why and how our perspective of heavenly treasures should vastly outweigh the blessings and rewards we pursue on earth. Don't forget to sign up for The Social Media Marketing Academy, The Online Course Creation Academy OR The Ultimate Money-Making Bundle (2 courses in one!) launching on April 4th!

On today's scripture-packed episode, Lindsey and Jesse Maestas discuss the early financial struggles they faced coming from different ways in which they were taught about how to handle money. They discuss the importance of having financial transparency and access to mutual finances, creating long term financial goals together to work towards, working together with a Godly couple who can provide sound mentorship, and how to handle differences when one spouse is a spender and the other is a saver. They give 5 thoughtful questions to help lead you and your relationship towards financial unity and alignment. Sign up for The Social Media Marketing Academy and The Online Course Creation Academy! Launching April 4th!!

I'm BACK! Thank you all so much for your grace during my sabbath rest. It was SO needed. On today's scripture-packed episode, Lindsey Maestas discusses the importance of stewarding your money wisely and having a solid money mindset as a Christian. She shares her own struggles with finances and the ways that she and her husband have grown together in their knowledge of making wise decisions early on and what they have learned along the way. We are (thankfully) moving away from a time in our world when pay transparency, pay equality and debt were just not discussed and we are moving INTO a generation where we have an openness about money. I believe that this is leading us toward further success and wisdom in regards to our salaries, our savings and our investments. Jesus Himself emphasized the importance of being faithful with what you have throughout scripture. He promises to provide. Are you trusting Him? Do you truly believe that God will provide for your needs? Let's talk about it! Sign up for The Social Media Marketing Academy and The Online Course Creation Academy! Launching April 4th!!

God did not grant us salvation so that we can rest and relax and chill in who we already were. He has called us up. He has called us to live as He did. To walk alongside sinners and broken people while guarding our hearts with wisdom and faith. Let's talk about it (even if your struggle is more often than the holidays!) P.S. I will be back in late February or early March! I love you guys! Happy New Year! P.P.S. Due to extremely high demand, I have decided to keep The Wife Project OPEN for purchase indefinitely! Start 2022 with a refreshed, healthier and more joyful and fun marriage by registering today as an early Christmas gift to yourself!

Today's episode is with a woman whom I have admired for a long time and she was everything I imagined she would be! The sweet Liz Marie Galvan shows that she is the real deal as we talk about the social media boundaries we are creating for ourselves during the holidays and how we handle burnout. We both talk about the necessary sabbath time that we have away from our phones during the holidays and the importance of shutting off social media. She shares her best tips for creating a cozy home space, for decorating on a budget and making your style your own. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to check out Episode 78: How to declutter your home and mind when you're overwhelmed by too much stuff: a Q&A with Allie Cassaza, Episode 62: Do you need a social media heart check? And Episode 7: 6 ways your phone is changing you. P.S. Don't forget to take your gummies! Get 10% off of Weem Gummies at weemco.com with code LIVEEASY. Just a reminder that The Wife Project: From Roommates to Soulmates is finishing up its FINAL LAUNCH! Join thousands of women who are fighting for a happier, healthier marriage in 2022.

Faith and emotions are not exclusive and separate. Emotional and mental stability are not always 'fixed' by faith and sometimes it is just not possible to pray the depression or anxiety away. Mental health has become a much more widely discussed topic within the church and our sweet guest, Toni Collier, shares her perspective on the balance between trusting God and also feeling the feelings that He has created us to experience while not allowing our feelings to sway our obedience of God's word. Follow along with Toni Collier on IG @tonijcollier and @brkncrayons Don't forget to subscribe to The Living Easy Podcast for more conversations on biblical marriage, sex, friendship and theology. Follow along with Lindsey on IG @livingeasywithlindsey.

It's easy to end a long night of bedtime routines and go your separate ways from your spouse to find some rest and relaxation. It's easy to love and protect our little ones so much that we lose sight of the needs of our spouse. But when a family is not structured the way that God has designed it to be, it begins to create a slow drift that will eventually drown a marriage. P.S. You guys, it's time! The Wife Project Course: From Roommates to Soulmates is HERE for the FINAL LAUNCH! Don't miss it! Fight for a happier, healthier marriage in 2022 - it begins with you because nobody else will do it for you. In a society that treats our marriages as disposable, we have to do the hard work & fight in faith to fulfill God's beautiful design of marriage. The easy way out is very rarely the best way out. On today's episode, Jesse and I share our own experiences with the damage caused by a child-centered marriage after we had our first son. We discuss the moment that we were called out on it and what we have learned from that point. We share practical wisdom on how to restructure your family dynamic, or simply strengthening it, and why this design is created to help us, not hurt us. We pray that this conversation helps your marriage immensely and causes you to seek Jesus in the way that He wants to shift your family focus and design. Follow along on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for more biblical encouragement on marriage, sex, friendships and faith. Help a girl out: don't forget to subscribe to The Living Easy Podcast on iTunes and Spotify and give a quick star rating and review! I love hearing your feedback. Love you guys!

Faith and leadership aren't always linear. My husband, Jesse, has struggled for years with his faith, his understanding of God's role in his life and also with his role as the leader of our family. There were many days in which I struggled with feeling deceived by him, because the faithful man that I dated was not the struggling man that I was married to. As a wife and mom, I have personally taken over the leadership role for many years in taking my boys to church, reading the Bible, praying over them and more. God has been drawing Jesse in recently in a way that I have never seen and we are both realizing how much Jesus has taught us along the way. In this honest conversation, Jesse and I discuss how to navigate a spiritually dry or unbelieving spouse, the list of unhealthy expectations that I had coming into marriage, the ways I hurt Jesse and helped Jesse when he was doubting God and more. You still have time to sign up for The Wife Project waitlist! It launches on November 7th!! Join thousands of women in making real changes and bettering their marriages in 2022. Follow along with me on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for more on marriage, sex, relationships and biblical faith.

Ruth Chou Simons preached to my heart today. I cried as she spoke truth over me and this audience about the freedom given in life, in accomplishments and in motherhood via God's grace. Ruth's new book, When Strivings Cease, speaks to women in all walks of life who are filled with anxiety because of the pressure to lead, pressure to be productive, pressure to seize the day or pressure to parent well around the clock. P.S. The Wife Project: From Roommates to Soulmates has its final launch on November 7th! Don't miss out! Want to try some of my Weem Gummies? Get them here and use code LIVEEASY for 10% off of your purchase! For those of you who may feel out of control of their circumstances and for the mama who just wants to make their child's life the best that it can be, but the world creates defeat in your heart, this one is for you. Let us begin replacing the Gospel of self-improvement with the gospel of Grace. If you are new to the living easy podcast, I speak candidly about relationships, sex, marriage, studying God's word and more - all with a biblical foundation. Feel free to scroll through the episode titles once you finish this episode, because I guarantee that there is an episode (or five) for you! As always, grab a cup of coffee and join me for today's sweet, encouraging conversation. Follow along with Ruth on IG @ruthchousimons and with Lindsey @livingeasywithlindsey. Pssst...don't forget to click 'subscribe' and you'll be notified of new episodes every Monday! And as always, I am always eternally grateful for a quick rating and review of the podcast on itunes! I love hearing your feedback. XO!

Josh and Jaelyn Harrel (@restoredliving) are boldly sharing their story of infidelity, betrayal, confusion and God's redeeming grace. I know that not every story ends this way, I have had relationships near and dear to me that ended after an affair, but I have also been very fortunate to see the true reconciliation that Jesus can bring after very real betrayal. During today's conversation, Josh and Jaelyn discuss the hardship that they faced when Josh had a deep, emotional affair, that included photos and videos, with someone of the same sex. The Wife Project: From Roommates to Soulmates launches on November 7th! Sign up for the waitlist here! They discuss the impact that pornography and sexual addiction has on a marriage, but most importantly, the very real work that Jesus has done within their marriage since that point. They discuss the healing process, the struggle in pursuing intimacy after the fact, accountability and how Jesus has been the healer of their hearts. I pray that, for anyone who has walked through the tragedy of marital betrayal, that you will also see the genuine HOPE that comes with the death of Christ on the cross for our sins and brokenness. It does not have to be the end of your story. For those of you wives who may be struggling within your marriages, whether it is from small or large betrayals, or if you just want to grow closer with your spouse and become best friends again, I want to remind you that The Wife Project Course: From Roommates to Soulmates will have its FINAL launch on Nov. 7th! This 8 1/2-week course has been transforming marriages and deeply impacting women who are single, engaged, and those married for 5 months to 50 years. We discuss biblical forgiveness, pursuit, navigating marriage with a spiritually dry spouse, how to have fun again, and so much more! Follow along with Lindsey and her family on IG @livingeasywithlindsey!

This is a conversation that I fully, completely believe in and plan to have FAR more often. On today's episode with Sarah Bragg, author of A Mother's Guide to Raising Herself, we discuss the importance of not losing yourself within your motherhood, but rather growing INTO yourself. Jesus prunes us as we raise our little ones, mamas. The Wife Project FINAL LAUNCH is on November 7th! Don't miss it! Sign up for the waitlist today! He grows us just as much as we work to raise our little ones up well during our time together. But the question that I want to challenge you with today is: are you willing to be sanctified in your motherhood? Are you willing to fight for your own mental health rather than giving up and giving in? Sarah and I are honest and vulnerable in this conversation as we discuss the struggles that we've had within our own parenting, how it's never too late to change your parenting style and how I'm navigating that in my own life right now, why showing up on the days when you're burnt out is more than enough and how to deal with pressure from family members when they tell you how to raise your own children. Get your WEEM Gummies here and use code LIVEEASY for 10% off of your purchase! Don't forget to share this episode with one family member or friend! Follow along with Sarah at @sarahwbragg and Lindsey @livingeasywithlindsey. Lindsey Maestas (@livingeasywithlindsey) hosts the top-ranking podcast, The Living Easy Podcast, and speaks on the hope of the Gospel in the thick of difficult relationships, sex and intimacy, marriage, motherhood and deepening your faith. Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts and don't forget to leave a quick rating + review and let us know what you think! Love you all and thank you so much for being here!

Alyssa Bethke's new book: Satisfied: Finding Hope, Joy, and Contentment Right Where You Are came at such a timely moment for me and I knew her wisdom would bless you guys as well! Whether you feel stuck in your life, your job, your growth or faith or you struggle with discontentment as a whole, this conversation is for you. Sign up for The Wife Project Waitlist, launching Nov. 7th! I believe that so many of us (including myself) can become really exhausted because we live life searching for the next best thing. But sometimes Jesus isn't ready to give us that next thing yet - or maybe it isn't part of His plan to ever make that change. A "maybe later" answer to our prayers can often be a painful or confusing place to be in. Alyssa (@alyssajoybethke) and I share our personal experiences and biblical perspective on the waiting seasons of life and why that waiting is not in vain. If you feel stuck in your life, if you feel like God isn't answering your prayers, if you feel like someone else is where you wish you could be - this conversation is for you. Also, if you enjoy this episode, you might also enjoy: Ep. 42: Singleness is Not a Disease Ep. 73: The Marks of a Christian Life: Are You Living it Out? Ep. 60: How Long, Lord? Infertility, Loneliness & Grace in the Pain Ep. 41 with Kim Walker Smith on the desert seasons in her life Ep. 6: How to Fight a Negative Mindset with Jesse Maestas The Living Easy Podcast is hosted by Lindsey Maestas (@livingeasywithlindsey), writer, Christian marriage coach and creator of The Wife Project Course: From Roommates to Soulmates, which has been changing marriages throughout nearly every country in the world.

This is my sweet friend Emma Mae (@1corinthians13_love) and she is the host of the Have You Heard Podcast, a speaker and a writer. I really, really love Emma's authenticity and passion for God's word. She is a gem of gems. This episode has been a long time coming and is for all of my single and engaged friends out there! If you aren't in this season right now, would you consider sending the episode to one friend, family member or daughter who is? It might be a great blessing to them! In this conversation, Emma and I (@livingeasywithlindsey) talk about the red flags to look out for in Christian dating and how to know when you've found the right person for you. We share biblical truth and our thoughts on sexual purity and living together while dating and engaged as well as the very important difference between temptation and sin. Emma shares about why premarital counseling was so impactful for her, how she and her husband met AND we both give our #1 tips when preparing for a wedding that you don't want to miss. I hope that this blesses and encourages you guys! If you are new to The Living Easy Podcast, welcome! I am sooo happy to have you here! On The Living Easy Podcast, I speak candidly about christianity and sex, marriage, theology, friendships and real life with raw honesty that is intended to both convict and encourage your heart. I would be so honored if you would take a second to subscribe and listen to a few episodes that you haven't heard before! If you do enjoy this episode, make sure to check out Episode 42: Singleness Isn't a Disease - How God is Working in your Waiting with Kait Warman, Episode 65: My Personal Dating Stories: The Dangers of Settling while Dating and Episode 30: My Honest Testimony and Sex & Christianity Series Ep. 3: You Can Be Single and Sexual. Do you want to check out The Millennial Mission Podcast? (You won't regret it!) Just click here to listen!

"I want to pass on radical blessing, not radical dysfunction, to my children." This is one of the quotes that Pastor Jon Tyson from NYC (@jontyson) shared with me and all I could think was 'amen!' On this episode, we are talking all about raising boys to be GOOD at being godly men. And I truly have had few interviews that I felt like I learned so much from as I did in this one. Pastor Jon talks about the difficult burden that many children bear which is the unlived life of a parent and how that deeply affects them. He shares about how men ache to be good at being men, but often lack the tools and resources to do so. Don't forget to sign up for our FINAL LAUNCH of The Wife Project: sparrowsandlily.com/the-wife-project Pastor Jon offers his own experiences as a father of over 20 years and the biblical truths that helped him to build such a strong relationship with his son. He talks about the importance of a father showing vulnerability with their son and how to invite them into your life so that the bond isn't broken when your children become teenagers. This is a PHENOMENAL interview and one that I strongly recommend that you listen to once and then again with your spouse. If you enjoy this episode, make sure to check out Ep. 39: The 5 Biggest Mistakes I've Made as a Mom, Ep. 46: How to Re-think Rewards and Discipline with Your Children and Ep. 26: Overcoming Mom Guilt and Raising Godly Children with Jennie Lusko. If you are new to the podcast, welcome! I'm so happy to have you here! We talk about everything from sex to healthy marriage to unhealthy relationships and joyful, thriving parenthood with a biblical foundation. As always, if you like what you hear, I'd love for you to subscribe to the podcast, rate and review on iTunes and follow along with me on IG @livingeasywithlindsey!

Today's guest is Allie Casazza, queen of decluttering and the woman who helps other women simplify everything - in their homes, in their schedules and even in their motherhood. As I prayed about this conversation, I realized how deeply important it is that our days begin well at home. Our mornings begin at home, our rest begins at home and that flows out onto the people and situations we come across throughout the day. We have to get a handle on our homes, friends - for sweeter days and for furthering the Kingdom. We shouldn't be spending every moment cooking, cleaning, stressing and then cleaning again, only to miss out on the most special moments that we should be savoring with our little ones and our families. I took to Instagram for this episode to ask you guys what you wanted to hear from Allie, so this Q&A style conversation is full of practical advice that you wanted to know. Allie shares how her own life was impacted by too much stuff and how it affected her own joy and caused deep depression and anxiety in her motherhood, which is what compelled her to write a book and coach women in the art of minimalism. She talks about guilt-free, no-stress ways to transform your home and your life - and it is GOOD stuff, you guys. On this episode, Allie answers questions about decluttering children's toys, the importance of donating items without guilt, how to organize without all of the fancy baskets and expensive plastic bins, teaching your children and husband about the process, and much more! By the way, if you have a quick minute, would you mind giving The Living Easy Podcast a star rating and review on iTunes? It should really only take 60 seconds! I love hearing feedback from you guys and it really blesses me to see the reviews. It also helps me to get more amazing guests like Allie on the show! Thanks so much! Follow Lindsey for biblical encouragement on sex, marriage, friendship and more: @livingeasywithlindsey Follow along with Allie on IG: @allie_thatsme and order Declutter Like a Mother today!

On today's conversation, I am talking all things friendship with Stephanie, Jenna and Jessica from Pastors' Wives Tell All podcast. I love this conversation because you are getting THREE different perspectives on finding friends as an adult. These three women are pastor's wives from three separate churches who love the Lord and love relationship but, just as any human being does, they have faced their own share of challenging friendships. They talk about the loneliness that can come with being in ministry, how to find couple friends and why it's okay if your husband doesn't love hanging out with that one person, and most importantly, we discuss how expectations, different life stages (such as having babies or getting married) AND boundaries can all affect a friendship, and how to navigate through that. I loved this conversation and it's one ya'll have been asking for for quite a long time, so I'm happy to share it with you! You can also listen to my Q&A Live on instagram @livingeasywithlindsey to hear my husband Jesse and me talk about this same topic and what it looks like practically in our lives. If you enjoy this episode, you might also enjoy these episodes: Real Convos Ep. 2: Navigating One-Sided Friendships Episode 63: The 11 Lessons I Learned in my 20s that Changed My Life Episode 59: A Biblical Perspective on Toxic Relationships, Hard People & Managing Conflict Episode 23: When Friends Become Enemies (or Distant Friends) and What to Do. I wanted to make a special request this month: If you haven't had a chance to rate and review the podcast on iTunes, would you mind taking a quick second to do so? A star rating and a few words about how the podcast has impacted you will only take a minute or so, but it makes all the difference in the world for me and this little ministry I pour my heart into! Thank you x 1000!

In this unedited, candid conversation, Jesse and I discuss the ups and downs of our life change and how the move and what is happening in the world has spiritually impacted us. We talk about what has been hard and what has been sweet, how this transition has affected our boys and whether or not we think we will move back to our hometown in time. Follow along with our journey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey.

The questions of how I study my Bible and which Bible I read or recommend are two of the most popular questions I receive (by far!) On this episode, I am sharing practical tips on how to read and study the Word and the importance of not making this a black-and-white experience. I discuss why we should shift our perspective about church and scripture-reading, why I believe the promise of "quiet time" can be a lie and a distraction, my opinion on devotionals and podcasts and why the Word is so powerful and pertinent to our lives. Follow along with me on IG @livingeasywithlindsey, and if you haven't had a chance to rate and review the podcast on iTunes, it would mean so much if you could take a second to share a few words about how this podcast has impacted you! She Reads Truth Bible: https://amzn.to/2VTKcWz ESV Study Bible: https://amzn.to/38bU3tf or https://amzn.to/3AZiF50 NLT Illustrated Study Bible: https://amzn.to/3m1C019 NLT Life Application Study Bible: https://amzn.to/3yKCV9z Bible Highlighters: https://amzn.to/38e0DPS

Are you a prayer warrior for your children, mama ? Do you know the impact and gravity that prayer has on your child's life, no matter what age? Your prayer over, for and in front of your child will make a mighty impact on their lives and today we're going to talk about exactly what that looks like, no matter how busy, distracted or even spiritually-comfortable you are. On this episode with Brooke McGlothlin, author of 5 books and mama of teen boys, we are talking about her new book, "Praying Mom". She shares practical ways to pray over your child at every age and how she has seen it affect her own children's lives. Find Brooke's free prayer journal, bonus chapters of her Praying Mom book, a 6-week prayer mentoring program and access to her prayer huddle on her website: https://brookemcglothlin.net

Are you really, truly living out your faith? On today's episode, I (Lindsey Maestas) talk about the characteristics that are tightly woven into the heart of a Jesus-following Christian and what it really means to live out a faithful, biblical life. Each portion of this episode is packed with scripture; I dig in to one of my favorite chapters of the Bible: Romans 12. I also discusses Peter's relationship with Jesus and how their interactions together can impact the way that we live out our faith and see our God. I discuss what modesty in scripture actually refers to (hint: the focus actually isn't on how you dress) and why it applies to both men and women. And you can't forget the common struggles of comparison, sex, intimacy and marriage, having a lowly and humble spirit and so much more. Do you have tasteful judgment? Do you use discretion? Do you live a virtuous life? Do you truly, truly know Jesus? Let's talk about it. Follow along with Lindsey on IG @livingeasywithlindsey and don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify or Google! P.S. If you haven't had a chance to give a rating or review of the podcast on iTunes, it would mean so much if you would take a second to do so! I love hearing your feedback!

Do you ever feel like a fraud? Do you live in self-doubt or feel completely inadequate to do what God has called you to do? Imposter Syndrome is a very real thing and looms in the hearts of even the most confident of people. For many of us, including myself, even when we have already demonstrated that we may be capable of accomplishing something in our lives, we tell ourselves that we are not. We wait to be "found out". We battle to believe that we are expert enough, experienced enough or good enough. But this doesn't have to be our story. It isn't what is within us that matters, but what God does through us. On today's episode with Stefanie Gass, she shares spiritual and practical steps that you can take to overcome Imposter Syndrome with a biblical perspective. Listen in on iTunes, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Listen to Stefanie's podcast: The Stefanie Gass Show and follow her on Instagram @stefaniegass!

A prayerless faith is an empty faith. On today's episode, author Valerie Woerner and I discuss PRAYER. Do you get distracted when you're praying? Is our entire generation too distracted to pray? I think it is a bigger issue than we think. Do you feel like, deep down, it's more of a last resort than a first priority? Valerie and I dig into why prayer can be so difficult. We talk about seasons of chaos and busyness and the pull and distraction from the Enemy in these seasons. We discuss conversational prayer and why perfectionism shouldn't be a part of it, the messiness of the world and very practical tips to help you get to know Jesus on a much deeper level as a prayerful Christian. This conversation was powerful and impactful for me and I pray that it is the same for you! If you enjoy it, please do take a second to share on social and tag @livingeasywithlindsey. If you haven't had a chance to rate and review on iTunes, it would mean so much if you could take one quick second to do so. Follow Valerie on IG: @valmariepaper Pre-order her new book: Pray Confidently and Consistently Follow along with Linds on IG @livingeasywithlindsey Sign up here for The Wife Project: From Roommates to Soulmates waitlist!

Dr. Christie Kederian answers questions like, "What makes someone avoidant and the pursuer?" and "What is the damage done by burdening your spouse with all of your needs, desires, goals and emotions?" Dr. Kederian is a Christian and a nationally-renowned psychologist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in the psychology of relationships. We discuss what co-dependency is and how it distorts our view of our intimate relationships and our view of God. She dives in to the root causes of codependency and how Jesus can free us from the bondage that this struggle carries. Find Dr. Kederian on IG @thedatedrchristie as she teaches single women how to create the life they've longed for while on a search to find their person. Follow along with Lindsey on IG @livingeasywithlindsey Did you miss the last launch of The Wife Project? Sign up for the waitlist now!

On today's conversation, Lindsey Maestas speaks with Jennifer Maggio about the difficulties of single parenting. Jennifer shares her story of becoming pregnant four times as a young teenager while living on welfare and the struggles, confusion and frustrations that she faced during that time. Lindsey and Jennifer speak candidly about how a relationship with Jesus impacts the regret, shame and circumstantial discontentment that single parenting can cause. It really does take a village, friends, so we are sharing ways that you can support your single momma friends - and even married momma friends - in ways that will help them to feel loved and supported. Jennifer Maggio is an award-winning author and speaker, whose personal journey through homelessness, abuse, and multiple teen pregnancies has helped women around the world. Follow along with Jennifer on Instagram (@jennifer_maggio) and be sure to check out her website for more resources and information to help encourage and love on single mommas. Follow along with Lindsey and her little family on IG: @livingeasywithlindsey

Today's episode is shared from an Instagram Live video that Jesse and Lindsey did on @livingeasywithlindsey. They answered allll the questions sent in by listeners regarding healthy, biblical marriage, the enneagram, making friends as a married couple, seeking counsel, how to fight fair and so much more! Lindsey and Jesse have been married for over 9 years and have had the wonderful benefit of having other godly couples who have poured into them, over and over again, in the time that they have been together. Their heart is to share that wisdom with all of you! The Wife Project Course: From Roommates to Soulmates CLOSES this Saturday, June 18th! Group rates are still available for women's studies, friend groups or churches who would like to study the Word and strengthen their marriages together! We are also offering a payment plan of 3 payments. Don't miss it! Take the first step to truly become the wife that God has called you to be.

Divorce statistics don't lie - broken relationships continue to happen amongst younger generations and within the church. Here's the thing: Marriage problems typically aren't marriage problems, they are God problems. Are you taking steps to protect yours? Start The Wife Project: From Roommates to Soulmates with Lindsey Maestas today! Doors close on June 18th!

Today's episode of the Real Conversations with Real Friends is with my sweet, joyful friend Emily. Emily is my fun friend! She is someone I call any time I need help lightening up or when I just want to laugh! But she is also one who isn't afraid to share very honest Truth with me in love and call things as she sees them - which I respect and appreciate. On today's conversation, Emily shares her story about becoming pregnant as a Christian college girl at age 19 and what life looked like through her perspective as she and I walked through that season together. We talk about my bad driving skills ;), external versus internal sin, legalism vs. compassion, different seasons with friendship, the differences that we have had as individuals, feeling invisible and what we think about turning our backs on people we don't agree with. If you enjoy this conversation, make sure to check out episode 63 on The Lessons I Learned in My 20's That Changed My life, Episode 50 on cancel culture episode, and episode 29 on growth in spite of our circumstances. If you haven't already rated and reviewed the podcast on iTunes, We are so close to 1000 reviews! It would mean so much if you would take a second to give a quick star rating and 2-3 sentences of feedback on what this podcast has meant to you! I love you guys so much! Let's dive in! Follow along with Lindsey & The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey for truth, encouragement & real life! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Kat Harris, author of Sexless in the City, is talking all about singleness as a Christian woman today! Kat is the host of the The Refined Collective podcast. She isn't afraid to push the boundaries and discuss the hard topics with candidness and vulnerability. We talk about singleness in our modern-day, having a mindset shift in dating, removing the pressure within the church when it comes to dating, finding your non-negotiables in dating and so much more! Also, don't forget that The Wife Project: From Roommates to Soulmates course is launching on June 7th for ONE WEEK ONLY at $197 for 10 weeks of marriage encouragement (less than two marriage counseling sessions!) Don't miss it - sign up for the waitlist today!

Jesse and I recorded this conversation just a couple of hours after we found out that our offer had been accepted on our new home in Franklin, Tennessee! It's actually happening, you guys! I wanted to bring you guys along as part of the experience (a huge thank you to alll of you who have been praying so fervently for us!) We are talking about how God is leading us, why we've decided to leave the only city we've ever known, how we're feeling (we both shed a few tears) and how we've handled our own personal differences throughout this process. If you enjoy this episode (or any Living Easy Podcast episodes), it would mean so much if you would share on IG and tag @livingeasywithlindsey! It encourages us to keep going. :) If you want more info or would like to sign up for The Wife Project (launching June 7th), just click here!

On today's episode of The Living Easy Podcast, I had the incredible opportunity to hear my brother-in-law's story of what it was like to be raised in a cult. He discusses how his childhood was impacted, the lies he believed and the bizarre patterns and belief systems that were shared in his home. We talk about how his life has been impacted by his childhood experiences, what his relationships look like now and how his faith was affected. Don't miss this one! Follow along with Matt on IG: @fastermatt Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for biblical and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture and a perspective that challenges the status quo. Lindsey's heart and hope is to call you up to be more like Jesus and to fight for permanent, lasting, heart change - because "nothing changes if nothing changes". If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to women of all ages about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes in their lives with a biblical foundation. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

The 2-hour 'Modern Proverbs 31 Woman Course' Launches TODAY for only $37!!! The Wife Project will be here again in October 2021!! On today's episode, I had the wonderful (and fun and hilarious) opportunity to sit down with my little sister-in-love, Tynisha Medina. Tynisha has recently changed her life by dedicating her time to caring for her body in a way that has altered her mental health immensely for the better. She has lost over 30 lbs and has recently been helping me to get fit! We talk about how she forced herself into the first steps of a healthy lifestyle and the tips she uses to stay consistent. Working out is a wise and godly decision and effort, and in this conversation we discuss what it means to show up when you don't want to, how actually being at the gym has helped our 'Instagram fitness' mindsets and why we have continued on this path together (even though it's hard.) We discuss one-sided friendships and how she let go of friends from her past to then find friends who made her feel like she belonged. We discuss feeling excluded, how you can be in different seasons while still maintaining a friendship, as well as the importance of intentionality and effort in those relationships. Sign Up For The Wife Project Waitlist Here! Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey! Referenced App and Account: instagram.com/justusleaguefit

Welcome to the first episode of my Behind Closed Doors: Real Conversations with Real Friends series! This will be a series of conversations with MY people! My friends and family who pour life into me day in and day out. I wanted to take a step away from the interview style for a bit to show you a peek into my life. The conversations that you'll hear are ones that we have regularly on my couch (or on theirs) with coffee in hand! This first episode is with my dear friend, Shayna. If you ever meet Shayna, you're just a lucky person. I truly don't know anyone who is more kind, gentle and thoughtful and who genuinely just wants the best for everyone in her life. She is one of the mothers that I look up to the most in my life. On today's conversation, we are talking about a family-day out that resulted in the loss of her finger and the potential loss of another in the thick of 2020. Shayna shares how the healing process and the grief have affected her life and relationship with Jesus. We are also talking about slowing down in life and in motherhood and why she admires the Swedish lifestyle so much that she began implementing it into her own life. She is one of my very dear friends and I know you will love her as much as I do. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to listen in to episodes 26, 39 and 66. Follow along with Shayna on IG @shaynapaigek and her beautiful wallpaper company: @hemmaandco Visit her website: livinghemma.com Follow along with Lindsey & The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey for truth, encouragement & real life! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

One of the things that leads the way that I parent my children is the desire for them to feel safe and to openly communicate with me about anything that they have going on in their lives. I want to be a safe place. On today's episode, Bethany Adkins and Lindsey Maestas are talking about how to be intentional with your children, to foster openness as they get older, how conflict is a part of every home but how you respond to that conflict is what matters most. And we also discuss how to find balance in parenting children when you don't see eye-to-eye with your spouse. Bethany and Lindsey both struggle with patience and gentleness, but managing tantrums with grace and having those hard conversations with grace is a part of our journey. We are learning and growing and we want to share that with all of you! **P.S. Please forgive my audio quality on this episode, I forgot my microphone at home and was at the office. So sorry!** Find Bethany on IG: @bethanyadkins and don't forget to visit her website!

This is the last week to enroll in The Wife Project Course: From Roommates to Soulmates. The doors will close after Friday! Invest in your relationships, girl. It's more worth it than those clothes you want. ;-) Follow along with Lindsey & The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey for truth, encouragement & real life! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

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Matt and Lisa Jacobson sit down with me to answer alllll of the questions that you guys have sent to me over the past few months! This conversation was RAW and so good, you guys! The Jacobson's have been married for 28 years and have 8 children. They are also the author's of the best-selling books: 100 Ways to Love Your Husband and 100 Ways to Love Your Wife. And I promise you, they know what they're talking about! We discuss sexual foreplay in Christianity and how it begins far outside of the bedroom. Matt speaks candidly and boldly to call men up in treating their wives well, why and how a man needs to fight to overcome his pornography addiction, quantity vs. quality in the bedroom, Lisa discusses post-birth sexuality, what to do when you're stuck in a rut sexually and so, so much more! I loved this honest, open conversation and know that you guys will, too! If there's ever an episode to listen to with your spouse, this is it! The Wife Project Course Pre-Sale Launches February 17th!!! Click here for more info & to get on the Waitlist!!! Follow along with Lindsey & The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram: @livingeasywithlindsey for truth, encouragement & real life! Follow along with Matt and Lisa at @faithfullifepodcast, Lisa on IG @club31women and Matt @faithfulman If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

The Wife Project is Coming!!!! Read all about "The Wife Project" on the website and sign Up for The Wife Project Course Waitlist HERE! The lowest price and pre-sale will only be available from Feb. 17th-Feb. 19th! Doors open on February 22nd! In today's honest and vulnerable conversation, Tiffany Bluhm and I are talking about how abuse, shame, blame and regret from past decisions can impact our sexuality and our sexual and intimate relationships with our spouses. Tiffany is an advocate for justice and for speaking out and she has just finished authoring her new book: Prey Tell: Why We Silence Women Who Tell the Truth and How Everyone Can Speak Up where she explores the complex dynamics of power and abuse in systems that we find ourselves in. We dig into the way that the world portrays women's sexuality and how that affects the way that we view ourselves. We talk about our growth as young girls and the evolution of becoming mature women and why it can be so difficult to feel intimate with our spouse when we live in such shame. 'Is my sexuality broken?' is a question that I receive often. Today, we are sharing God's heart and intention for you and your future - no matter what your past may look like.

On today's episode, I am talking to someone you might recognize from our past podcast - Milk and Honey - my friend Amaris Beecher. We are discussing God's beautiful design and intentions for your sexuality and how to navigate that as a single person. Amaris shares her story of growing up as a Christian and what dating looked like for her as well as the commitments that she made as a single. We talk about the single person's GOOD desire for sex, preparing for intimacy in marriage while remaining pure in singleness, and our thoughts (and, of course, God's word) on having sex with a boyfriend or fiancé. We touch on arousal, orgasm, fleeing from sin and temptation, maintaining sexual integrity as a Christian single man or woman and the ultimate purpose and design of the sexual desire that you have. If you haven't already had a chance to listen to my past episodes in this sex series with Dr. Juli Slattery and Phylicia Masonheimer on The Living Easy Podcast, you don't want to miss those! I also discuss singleness and dating on Episode 42 with my friend, Kait Warman, titled: Singleness isn't a disease - How God is Working In Your Waiting. Lastly, my personal testimony about relationship dependency, promiscuity and healing from relationships is on Episode 30, so do take a second to check those out after you tune into this episode! Follow along with Amaris on IG @amarisbeecher and @forwardconversations. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Today's conversation is all about masturbation, visual pornography, emotional pornography and how they impact you, your faith and your relationship. We are also talking about how it impacts your relationship with God. Phylicia Masonheimer is an author, speaker, theologian and Bible teacher. Phylicia has written a book, Christian Cosmo, all about the topic of sex and christianity. On The Living Easy Podcast, Phylicia shares her own struggles and experience with pornography and masturbation and what healing and overcoming has looked like. We dig into what the Bible says about these topics, how it affects your sex life, how it affects your relationship with Jesus and how it impacts and changes your brain physiologically. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE WIFE PROJECT COURSE WAITLIST - LAUNCHING IN FEBRUARY! Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for biblical and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture and a perspective that challenges the status quo. Lindsey's heart and hope is to call you up to be more like Jesus and to fight for permanent, lasting, heart change - because "nothing changes if nothing changes". Follow along with Phylicia on IG at: @phyliciamasonheimer Check out Phylicia's many blog posts and resources as well as her podcast: Verity. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to women of all ages about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes in their lives with a biblical foundation. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

I could not have asked for a better guest for our first episode of Sex and Christianity Series. Dr. Juli Slattery is a clinical psychologist, author and co-founder of Authentic Intimacy - a ministry dedicated to reclaiming God's design for sexuality. Today we are talking all about the topic of not liking sex, not wanting sex, not finding pleasure in sex and how to overcome the obstacles that have created that stigma against sex in your own life. We talk about overcoming lies and which lies women believe, we discuss body image and insecurity, control, lack of emotional safety, not being able to orgasm, painful sex and much more! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE WIFE PROJECT COURSE WAITLIST - LAUNCHING IN FEBRUARY! Follow along with Dr. Juli on IG at: @authenticintimacy Check out Dr. Juli's website: Authentic Intimacy and her podcast: Java with Juli which releases every Monday. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

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On this episode, I am recapping my favorite episodes of 2020! I share why I loved them and why I want you to hear them (even for a second time!) I am also talking about my upcoming course: The Wife Project, why I created it and what I hope you gain from it as well as which topics I will be covering! If you want to be the first to know about The Wife Project when it launches, subscribe to the mailing list by clicking here!

Today is my birthday episode and in honor of turning 31, I wanted to share some of the most impactful life lessons that I have learned as a Christian, friend, daughter, sister, mom and wife in the last ten years. As I look back, I am so thankful for the hard, for the good, for the forced humility that has turned into joyful humility, for the pruning of my faith and the struggles in my relationships. They have made me into the woman I am today. I have to be honest and say that I am probably more excited for the next few years than I've ever been. I am so thankful for where God has me and for the opportunity to share this life with all of you - the good and the bad. I love you all! Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Are you looking at your phone more than you look into the eyes of your husband or children? At the end of our lives, I truly believe that our generation will most regret being on our phones too often while missing out on the real-life people who God has called us to love and care for. Social Media is all-consuming, isn't it? We often spend more time scrolling through the lives of people we've never met more than we invest in the lives of the people most important to us. On today's episode, "Do You Need a Social Media Heart Check? with Lindsey Maestas" I am asking some hard questions to challenge your addiction to social media and your phone usage. I challenge the idea of over-editing photos, investing into online relationships more than the real ones, the danger of setting aside your time with Jesus for time with your phone, and so much more! Once you finish this episode, I encourage you to listen to one of my all-time most downloaded episodes: Episode 07: '6 Ways Your Phone is Changing You.' Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Most women spend so much time thinking of others and the gifts that they need to purchase that they end up forgetting all about themselves. So I'm here to help! :) I thought it would be a fun to create a quick list of gifts that include my own personal can't-live-without items (like the Free People Lace Bralette and my ESV Study Bible) as well as a list of what I'm asking for for Christmas this year (like more GymShark leggings!) I'm including home decor items, favorite books, high-quality clothes that I love, kitchen go-to's, gift cards for the clothing store that I've now convinced all of my friends and family to shop from because it's SO GOOD - and so much more! CLICK HERE FOR THE GIFT GUIDE AND ITEM LINKS! Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Caroline Harries has been battling infertility for 8 years and deeply desires to grow her family. On today's episode, she shares her own story, offers practical wisdom in our Q&A style interview and discusses her unwavering faith in God's plan for women struggling with infertility. I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to discuss such a REAL and difficult topic with a woman who has been in the thick of the loneliness and heartache that infertility brings, yet continues to lead women with faith and hope in Jesus' perfect plan for their lives. Caroline Harries founded Moms in the Making: a faith-based fertility support group. She continues to believe for her own miracle of children & is so passionate about cheering other women on while also giving them that sense of comfort and understanding that they need in a season of waiting, pain and loneliness. I asked Caroline questions that came directly from women who are currently struggling with infertility. She answers questions like: Is infertility from God? Am I not fit to be a mother? When did you accept the fact that it's time to stop trying? What are some things that people have done or said in the midst of your infertility that actually helped? And what hurt? We also discuss IVF, adoptions, God's faithfulness and so much more. Follow along with Caroline Harries on Instagram @trustinginduetime and @momsinthemaking. Follow along with her podcast: A Cup Full of Hope Podcast Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

My friend, Blake, from Confessions of a Crappy Christian Podcast is filled with wisdom and boldness and she is unashamed to share that with the world. This discussion began as one where we were discussing difficult people and the consistent rhetoric that we're reminded of in the church: to forgive 70x7 and to turn the other cheek. These are good and righteous things! We aren't dismissing that. But as we dig in to dealing with toxic and harmful relationships as a christian, we discuss what that response can and should look like. We talk about what righteous anger should look like, Jesus' boldness and how He responded to "haters", we share our own personal conflicts and how we failed and learned from those. We discuss gossip, prayer, grieving over the loss of friendships and so much more! Follow along with Blake on Instagram: @crappychristianco and @thegirlnamedblake Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

On this quick Thanksgiving episode, Lindsey Maestas discusses one of the best pieces of advice she has ever heard regarding contentment and gratitude. Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

Grammy-nominated artist, Kari Jobe, has a passion for Jesus and for worship and that love flows over into her day-to-day life. On this episode, we are talking about motherhood and leadership in our homes, faithfulness in the church and the heart that we have to exemplify that to our families. Kari opens up about praying in those difficult seasons of life and she answers the question, 'Why do we pray if God is sovereign?' Her new album, The Blessing, is the perfect depiction of the verse Isaiah 61:3. She and I discuss how this project is 'beauty from ashes and a garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness.' Follow along with The Living Easy Podcast on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey. If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.

On today's episode, Jesse and I are answering your questions from Instagram Stories including: What TV shows do you watch together? What do you love most about each other right now? What is your favorite memory together? How do you find time for intimacy and sex when you're so busy? How does your family feel being in the 'spotlight? What job did you dream of having when you grew up? What are some other questions you would like for us to answer? Let us know on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey! Follow along with Lindsey on Instagram @livingeasywithlindsey for tons of honest and heart-challenging posts about faith & relationships, scripture, quotes and encouragement that will call you up in your day-to-day! If you haven't had a chance to subscribe and give a star rating and review on iTunes, we know you're the kind of girl to give us some feedback! Please take 30 seconds to let us know what you think of Living Easy. Thank you! Lindsey Maestas is the host of The Living Easy Podcast and discusses faith, truth and relationships while never shying away from the hard and uncomfortable topics. Lindsey has two mottos: 'You Are More Than Your Mess' and 'Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes' and she speaks to moms, wives and girls about how to pursue righteousness and true joy while making real, lasting changes. Go to Patreon.com/livingeasy to be a part of Lindsey's monthly Coffee Dates via Zoom where she and other girls in the Living Easy community get together to talk about faith, relationships and real life.