Wifey Wednesdays

In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily continues the series on what it means to wholly follow God by focusing on being wholly connected to Him. This conversation centers on the reality of struggling with consistency in prayer and finding grace in every season of spiritual growth.Key components of the episode include:Prayer Doesn’t Have to Be a ProductionPrayer is not about long, formal, perfect wordsOvercomplicating prayer can lead to paralysisGod desires connection, not performance“Pray Without Ceasing” Is PracticalConnection can be moment-by-moment awareness of GodQuick, heartfelt prayers matter (“Lord, help me”)We are always one moment away from connecting with HimBoth Short & Extended Prayer MatterQuick prayers sustain us throughout the dayIntentional, longer prayer times help center and align our heartsWe need both types for a healthy spiritual lifeLetting Go of Control Through PrayerPrayer helps shift us from survival mode to surrenderWe are not in control—God isTrying to manage everything is exhausting and not our rolePrayer allows us to hand over burdens and receive God’s restGod’s Grace in Our WeaknessGod is patient, merciful, and understandingHe does not shame us for inconsistent habitsEven the disciples struggled and had to learn to prayGod desires our hearts—not perfection ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, we explore what it truly means to wholly trust in the Lord. Proverbs 3 reminds us to trust God with all our hearts and not lean on our own understanding. But what does that look like when life is stormy, uncertain, or confusing?Looking at examples from Scripture, we see that trusting God doesn’t mean the path will be easy. It means believing that God is present, powerful, and faithful—no matter what the path looks like.Throughout Scripture, God repeatedly made a way where there seemed to be none:The Red Sea opening for Israel (Exodus 14)Provision in the wilderness (Exodus 16–17)Crossing the Jordan River (Joshua 3)The fall of Jericho (Joshua 6)David defeating Goliath (1 Samuel 17)Deliverance from the Assyrians (2 Kings 19)Most importantly, God made a way for salvation through Jesus Christ. God’s history of faithfulness reminds us that no problem we face is greater than His power. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily Hatfield explores what it truly means to wholly follow the Lord. Looking at the powerful example of Caleb, we’re challenged to consider whether our hearts are fully aligned with God — even when standing alone.What It Means to Wholly Follow the Lord1. Trusting God Over OppositionCaleb believed no obstacle was greater than God’s power — not fortified cities, not giants, not fear. When others saw impossibility, Caleb saw God’s provision.We are reminded:The One who is in us is greater than the one in the world.Jesus has overcome the world.We do not follow in fear — we follow in faith.2. Standing Firm — Even Among God’s PeopleSometimes opposition doesn’t come from the world, but from fellow believers.Caleb stood against the majority report — even when it came from men who should have trusted God.Wholly following may look like:Refusing to join gossip.Questioning unbiblical teaching with humility.Choosing obedience over popularity.Living differently than other families.Saying no when others say yes — and yes when others say no.We follow the Lord — not the crowd.3. Serving Faithfully for a LifetimeIn Joshua 14:6–12, Caleb is 85 years old and still asking for the hill country filled with giants.He declares he is just as strong and ready for battle as he was at 40.Wholly following the Lord means:No spiritual retirement.No “I did my time” mentality.No slowing zeal because of age or experience.Lifelong faithfulness.As long as we have breath, we serve.A Warning Example: SolomonNot everyone finishes well.Solomon is described in 1 Kings 11:6 as one who “did not wholly follow the Lord.” Despite wisdom and blessing, Solomon allowed divided loyalties.In contrast, David — though imperfect — is remembered as one who wholly followed the Lord:He repented when confronted.He fought when called.He waited for God’s timing.He aligned his heart with God’s.Wholly following is not about perfection — it’s about direction.In a culture that:Celebrates following your heartRewards popularityCompetes for your attentionBe a Caleb.Stand firm when it’s hard.Trust God when it’s unpopular.Serve Him when no one else does.There is no such thing as a sideline Christian. The wilderness generation shows us where that leads. But stepping up in faith? That’s a Caleb move. A David move.And that’s the heart God desires. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily Hatfield explores what it truly means to wholly delight in the Lord — not out of obligation, but from a heart bent toward Him in joy, reverence, and deep attentiveness.Drawing from Psalms 111–112, this episode challenges us to examine where our attention, affection, and appetite truly lie — and how our delight in God directly impacts our steadiness in life.Key TakeawaysDelight precedes discipline.Deep study produces steady faith.Reverence for God transforms obedience into joy.Remembering God’s covenant strengthens us to uphold ours.Blessed is the one who wholly delights in Him. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily Hatfield explores the deeply encouraging truth that we are fully and completely known by God. Drawing from Scripture and personal testimony, she reminds listeners that belonging to Jesus means we are never unseen, forgotten, or alone.Emily reflects on how Jesus consistently showed others that He saw them personally—whether it was Peter’s empty fishing nets, Nathanael under the fig tree, or the outcasts and grieving people He welcomed with compassion. That same attentive care is true for us today.The episode centers on the beauty of Psalm 139, where David marvels at the intimate knowledge God has of each individual life: our thoughts, words, paths, and even the days written for us before we were born. God’s knowledge is not distant or impersonal—it is loving, detailed, and constant.Emily also shares her own experience of grief, depression, and losing her mother, offering a powerful reminder that God meets His children in the darkest moments. Through a meaningful “God moment” involving a necklace inscribed with John 14:18 (“I will not leave you as orphans”), she highlights how God’s comfort often comes in deeply personal ways.Ultimately, this episode invites wives to rest in the truth that God knows every part of us—our struggles, our fears, our sins, and our sorrow—and still loves us completely. Being wholly known by God is not something to fear, but a source of strength, comfort, and hope. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In today’s episode, Emily Hatfield explores what it means to be wholly invested in Jesus Christ. We understand investment in everyday life — in books, TV shows, vacations, even motherhood — but what does it look like to be fully committed to the Lord and His work?Using encouragement from 1 Peter 4, this episode challenges believers to rethink suffering, endurance, and wholehearted devotion. True investment in Christ means we don’t quit when following Him becomes uncomfortable — we stay faithful all the way to the end. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily Hatfield explores what it truly means to be wholly separated from sin while living in a fallen world saturated with it. Drawing from scripture, personal experience, and biblical examples, Emily challenges listeners to examine their desires, guard their hearts, and intentionally pursue holiness—not by isolation from the world, but by transformation through Christ.Using Lot’s gradual move toward Sodom as a warning, Emily reminds us that sin rarely overtakes us all at once. Instead, it creeps in as our hearts grow comfortable with what God calls us to flee. This episode is a call to daily self-examination, renewed focus on Jesus’ sacrifice, and a deeper hatred of sin in all its forms.Though perfection is not possible this side of eternity, faithful striving is. Through Christ’s continual cleansing, we can walk in freedom and choose separation from sin again and again. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily invites listeners into a thoughtful and grace-filled conversation about what it means to be wholly centered on Jesus in the midst of busy, demanding lives. Inspired by a January theme of renewal and spiritual reset, this episode explores practical rhythms that help wives reorient their hearts, schedules, and priorities around Christ—no matter the season of life.From motherhood and homeschooling to work schedules and everyday chaos, Emily reminds us that full lives aren’t bad lives—but they do require intentional centering. Rather than trying to “fit Jesus in,” we’re challenged to place Him at the center and let everything else fall into place around Him. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily explores what it truly means to be wholly sacrificed—completely surrendered to Jesus, not partially devoted or spiritually half-hearted. Using Scripture from Romans 6 and Colossians 3, this episode lays the foundation for a season focused on full devotion to Christ and the impact that devotion has on our marriages. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

What does it really mean to be a godly wife? Is it found in roles, routines, or meeting certain expectations—or is it something deeper?In this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, we shift the focus from external definitions of womanhood and marriage to the heart of it all: being wholly devoted to Jesus. Using 1 Peter 3:15 as our foundation, we explore what it looks like to honor Christ as holy in our hearts and allow that devotion to shape every decision, relationship, and priority—especially within our homes.Whether you work outside the home or stay at home, homeschool or not, love cooking or struggle with it, this episode is a reminder that faithfulness isn’t about checking boxes. It’s about loving the Lord first—and letting that love transform how we live, serve, and love our families.As we begin a new direction for this season, join us as we pursue a deeper, undivided love for Jesus—and discover how that devotion strengthens our marriages along the way. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This episode of Wifey Wednesdays features Tabitha, also known as Dorcas, who was known for her charitable deeds and clothes making. From her story, we learn how powerful giving can be and how much of an impact is made when we invest in the lives of those around us. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily looks at a familiar story featuring a likely unfamiliar woman. In the book of Esther, we read about a wicked man named Haman whose wife has a very bad suggestion for him. Throughout this episode, themes of wisdom and discernment are encouraged as we think through what kind of suggestions we make and how we influence others.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In Luke 8, the Bible introduces us to a woman who has had a medical condition debilitating her life for more than a decade. Through this woman’s persistence and perseverance, she is able to find Jesus and find healing through her belief in Him. This episode of Wifey Wednesdays focuses on the importance of persevering through hardship and difficulty and darkness. If you are struggling with something, use the example of this woman and reach out to Jesus. If we will keep seeking Him and reaching out to Him then He is able to help us in our time of need and, ultimately, deliver us from all of the bad that this broken world brings. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This episode of Wifey Wednesdays features a pretty infamous wife in the New Testament. Sapphira’s example, along with her husband’s, teaches us a lot of things. This episode focuses particularly on the dangers of having someone’s influence closer to and mean more to you than God’s. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Cycling back to positive powerful examples from Scripture, this episode of Wifey Wednesdays focuses on the humility of the unnamed Canaanite woman (also called the Syrophoenician woman) who came to Jesus seeking healing for her daughter. The humble example of this mother is a lesson we can all learn from as we seek the goodness of our Savior. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This episode of Wifey Wednesdays discusses a woman from the first century city of Thyatira and the power she held over the people in the church there. Using deception, seduction, and flat out lies, this woman was leading people toward sin. This episode looks at the danger of deception and how we can avoid it in our own lives. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This episode of Wifey Wednesdays looks at the example of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Her powerful example of standing at the cross in what must have been pure agony and soul-piercing grief is one that we can learn from as we experience various forms of grief in our own lives. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily looks at the book of Philippians to find our next powerful example: the negative example of disagreement. Not getting along affects more than just those between whom the disagreement takes place, as these two sisters teach us. The Lord’s work is far more important than our own preferences, and chapter 2 of the letter teaches us both the how and why of ridding our hearts of selfishness. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Priscilla is not a very well known woman in scripture, but her impact is huge. This episode of Wifey Wednesdays explores what it means to be a supportive worker in the Lord’s work. While Priscilla absolutely supports her husband, there is more to her than that. It seems her primary focus is on supporting the mission of Christ, and she is willing to do whatever it takes to do that. Priscilla is an amazing example for us to look to as we strive to be women who put God’s work first in our lives.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

The well known matriarch of humanity is well known for all the wrong reasons. This episode of Wifey Wednesdays looks at the problem of letting temptation take hold of you. In Eve’s case, it was taking a leadership position that she was never intended to have. This episode explores the themes of leadership, equality, and submission. There is much to learn from the first woman.  ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★