What's up, Sis? Are you feeling unfocused? Or, have you been feeling unproductive or just stuck? If you do, then, this is an episode you need to listen to because chances are ... You. Are. The. Problem! I'm going to share with you the message that the Lord gave me when I prayed about this episode. I will tell you what you need to hear, and it won't be easy. But it'll absolutely be worth it. If you listen to what I'm saying, pray & seek the Lord, and do something about it, I promise that you ...
Aug 29, 2023•26 min•Ep. 183
What's up, Sis!? CHANGE IS HARD! When you’re entering a new season in life, the last thing you need is to be thrown off by your routine, or lack thereof. Today, I’m sharing the THREE KEYS to creating a Christ-centered routine you LOVE, so you aren’t anxious or overwhelmed in this time of transition! I pray this blesses you. FREE RESOURCE: Grab your free SOAP Bible Study >>> herrenewedstrength.com/soap-bible-study-method-resource Join the community for more in-depth Bible study and suppo...
Aug 22, 2023•16 min•Ep. 182
Hey, Sis! Inside the community, I received requests to talk about overcoming negative self-talk from anxiety, past hurts, and daily stress. In the past, I faced the same struggles but found freedom through faith. So, in this episode, I am sharing my three-step spiritual battle plan to help you break free from harmful thought patterns and negative feelings, and replace them with positive, affirming truths. So, grab your Bibles, pens, and journal, and get ready to be equipped with practical tools ...
Aug 15, 2023•20 min•Ep. 181
Hey, Sis! A question for you: Does tech consume much of your free time (or even time committed to something else)? This question may be hard to answer, “how many times a day do you pick up your phone?” In today’s episode, I'm talking through the reality so many of us are living through, being constantly pulled in by our devices; and I’m sharing three tips to help you set healthy boundaries with your phone and other devices. This episode is practical, and I’m inviting you to take action… Are you ...
Aug 08, 2023•14 min•Ep. 180
What's up, Sis! Are you aware that you are missing out on God's blessings by keeping your schedule so tight and perfect? In today's episode, I am sharing a conversation I had with my friend Brandy Coffin. Our conversation covered many topics, including what we miss when we try to take control of our schedule; the downfall of planning; and how a relationship with God determines your schedule. But the main thing that we really wanted to tease out is the question of whether or not your schedule is ...
Aug 01, 2023•29 min•Ep. 179
What’s up, sister-friend? Are you in a season of change or transition? This is for you! When you struggle with anxiety or overwhelm, change either triggers the big feelings or makes them worse. Ask me how I know! Today, I just want to share 3 Bible verses that I’m confident will comfort your spirit, remind you of God’s goodness and faithfulness, and help you go from the position of being an overthinking problem solver, to a position of just trusting the Lord. I pray this blesses you. FREE RESOUR...
Jul 28, 2023•18 min•Ep. 178
Hey, Sis! What's up? Did you know that I go without a planner for over a little month? In today's episode, I'm sharing my experience and some important things I learned from it especially some things you may not expect! Also, stay tuned until the end for an important announcement about the podcast. Ready? Let’s do it. FREE RESOURCE: Grab your free SOAP Bible Study >>> herrenewedstrength.com/soap-bible-study-method-resource Join the community for more in-depth Bible study and support in ...
Jul 25, 2023•16 min•Ep. 177
Hey, sister-friend! I see you doing all the things. Don’t you want someone to look at you and say, “Well done!” once in a while? I know that’s right. I do, too! Today, I’m turning to Matthew 25:22 to answer the question: Is it wrong to desire recognition, especially as an overwhelmed Christian woman? Just hang w/ me, sis. It’s time for a little chat. I pray this blesses you. Featured Review: Overwhelm! "What a great subject! I think we all at some point in our lives and maybe more than just a fe...
Jul 21, 2023•13 min•Ep. 176
Hey, Sis! Do you ever look at your life and get discouraged because you don’t have time to pursue the things that glorify or honor God? Over the last few months, more and more of our sisters in The Community shared that this is something they struggle with. So, today’s episode is a direct response to the struggles communicated inside The Community. I’ve got two, maybe three, specific steps you can take TODAY to honor God in the little free time you have, or even if you have no free time at all! ...
Jul 18, 2023•11 min•Ep. 175
Hey, Sis! Has your motivation ever taken a hit? Do you find it challenging to stay on track when that happens? Well, today I have a sweet treat for you! I sat to have a conversation with Lauren Joyce about this very topic and she shares beautiful biblical wisdom that will absolutely help you navigate those inevitable moments. I pray this blesses you. Featured Guest: Lauren Joyce is a mom to two wonderful young boys, wife to a fabulous husband, Healthy Living & Biblical Mindset Coach, BUT mos...
Jul 14, 2023•27 min•Ep. 174
Hey, Sis! Are you distracted or struggling to stay focused this summer? I feel you, and in this episode, I share my story several summers ago. Over the years, I have learned which routines work for me in order to stay focused on what I am working on, and I am sharing the 5 MUST-HAVE routines with you today. I hope these 5 MUST-HAVE routines will change your summer days and help you stay focused. Featured Review: Thankful! "Thankful to Erika and her team for helping me to work on living an intent...
Jul 11, 2023•14 min•Ep. 173
Hey, sister-friend! Today, I’m sharing a conversation I had with my girl, Sasha Star Robertson. We had this entire conversation planned out, and then the Lord took it in a different direction. So! I’m excited because we spoke about many things both she and I talked about negative feelings; reacting at the moment vs being proactive in our response to angst or overwhelm; how to be intentional about your life; and so much more. Tune in and be blessed! Featured Guest: Sasha Star Robertson is an Inte...
Jul 07, 2023•35 min•Ep. 172
Hey, Sis! Did you know that once a quarter, I share updates on my personal life on behalf of Her Renewed Strength Co. and give a free time management workshop? Well, today is the day! If you’re curious about what I’ve been up to with my family, what I struggled with, what the Lord did in my life, and what He’s doing inside Her Renewed Strength Co., you’re in for a treat! I’m also sharing a time management workshop that will benefit you in these summer months. I hope this blesses you! Featured Re...
Jul 04, 2023•28 min•Ep. 171
Happy Friday, sister friend! Today, I’m recapping week 4 of our 4-week study, which finished with chapters 8, 9, and 10. In these three chapters, you'll learn about the king’s edict on behalf of the Jews, the triumph of the Jews, what Purim is and how it was established, and how Mordecai rose to second in rank to King Xerxes I. I’ll also connect some Old Testament dots, highlight more irony, and finish up our podcast recap of this beautiful book. I encourage you to grab your Bible, a journal, an...
Jun 30, 2023•16 min•Ep. 170
Hey, Sis! Do you find joy and contentment in doing your daily home routines? Or do you find them a burden? In today's episode, I bring in Elyse Rooney, my friend from the land Down Under, who shares Biblical principles behind home routines. Her testimony and the mindset shifts she talks about will help you reframe how you see and do things in your home a little differently than you have in the past. I hope this episode not only makes you laugh but also inspires you to discover new ways to set up...
Jun 27, 2023•33 min•Ep. 169
Happy Friday, sister friend! Today, I’m recapping week 3 of our study, which included a line-by-line review of chapters 4 through 7. In these three chapters, you will learn about how Esther rises up to the role of heroine, how the many ironies in these few chapters alone highlight God’s sovereignty and providence, and how Job 42:2 and Proverbs 19:21 actually come to life in this book. So, grab your Bible, a journal, and a pen to take notes. Let’s do it! FREE RESOURCE: Join this free 4-week Esthe...
Jun 23, 2023•23 min•Ep. 168
What's up, Sis? Are you having trouble enjoying your summer because of emotional heaviness? I know that finding joy after heartbreak is difficult. Don't worry, I got you! In this episode, I am sharing my conversation with my friend Kandice and talking about how to cultivate joy. Whether your emotional heaviness is from relationship heartbreak or discouragement in your life, or maybe your finances are struggling, or your career is not where you want it, or maybe your family situation is not ideal...
Jun 20, 2023•31 min•Ep. 167
Hey, Sis! Today, I’m recapping week 2 of our Bible study on the book of Esther, which includes a line-by-line review of chapters 1 through 3. In these three chapters, we learn about how Esther became queen to a very prideful king, and how the fate of the Jewish people became threatened by a man identified as “the enemy of the Jews.” I encourage you to grab your Bible, a journal, and a pen to take notes. Let’s do it! FREE RESOURCE: Join this free 4-week Esther Bible Study inside the community >...
Jun 16, 2023•17 min•Ep. 166
Hey, friend! It's summer timeeeee…. I know you are excited about the summer! BBQs, vacations, beaches & hot weather! And I know that what you DON’T WANT is to be stuck doing work and running errands all day every day. So, in today's episode, I’m sharing 3 time management tips that will help you prepare for summer downtime. FREE RESOURCE: Grab your free SOAP Bible Study >>> herrenewedstrength.com/soap-bible-study-method-resource Join the community for more in-depth Bible study and su...
Jun 13, 2023•13 min•Ep. 165
Hey, Sis! I’m excited about today’s episode because this is the week 1 recap of our 4-week study on the book of Esther. I’m providing an overview of the historical narrative, and introducing you to the characters. I encourage you to grab your Bible, a journal, and a pen to take notes. Let’s do it! FREE RESOURCE: Join this free 4-week Esther Bible Study inside the community >>> herrenewedstrength.com/community 2 Ways To Work With Me: Private Coaching...Book your session here >>>...
Jun 09, 2023•19 min•Ep. 164
What's up, friend? Today, I’m interviewing one of my clients, CHRISTY BOLES, and getting down to the nitty-gritty about what it’s really like to work with me. Christy shares what wins came out of our time together and whether or not it was worth it. So, if you have been thinking about working with me, tune in and hear more about Christy's experience. FREE RESOURCE: Grab your free SOAP Bible Study >>> herrenewedstrength.com/soap-bible-study-method-resource Join the community for more in-...
Jun 06, 2023•22 min•Ep. 163
What's up, sis? My friend, Tim Maudlin, joins me today to share tactical advice on how to discover peace of mind in the Psalms. He sees himself as a conduit for encouragement and teaches through 2nd Samuel and Psalms 3, 121, and 143. This is a scripture-rich episode, so if you are praying for peace, God is going to use Tim to minister to you. I pray this blesses you. Featured Guest: Tim Maudlin is a husband, adoptive parent, Bible class teacher, journaler, and Ambassador of Encouragement. Tim ho...
Jun 02, 2023•34 min•Ep. 162
Hey, sister-friend! If I were a betting woman, I would bet that 9 out of 10 women have too much stuff. I would even venture to say that 99% of the Her Renewed Strength Community has too much stuff. Today, I’m pumped to share a conversation with my girl, Emily McDermott, where she shares 3 reasons you NEED to declutter as a Christian woman who struggles with anxiety or overwhelm (or both). Featured Guest: Emily McDermott is an Air Force wife and mom to two boys living in Fairfax, Virginia. Her bl...
May 30, 2023•31 min•Ep. 160
Hey, sis! Are you struggling with Bible Study and wondering what needs to change? Maybe you're craving something new or you're just not finding yourself enthused. Maybe you're losing a little bit of your mojo. Maybe you're not being consistent or you just need a fresh start. Well, I've been there! And in this episode, I'm sharing a little bit about what that's looked like for me, and giving you several examples of what you can change first so that your Bible study time is fulfilling, rewarding, ...
May 26, 2023•13 min•Ep. 160
Welllllll, helloooooo! Today, I’m interviewing one of my clients, Ambar Perez. You'll learn more about her experience working with me in private coaching, including the wins that came out of our time together. So if you are thinking about whether working with me via private coaching is worth all your time, effort, and resources or not, then hear out our conversation. 2 Ways To Work With Me: Private Coaching...Book your session here >>> herrenewedstrength.com/coaching Enroll in my course...
May 23, 2023•17 min•Ep. 159
What's up, Sis? Have you ever prayed for a breakthrough and wondered, “God what is it going to take!?” Well, I have! In fact, that’s something I’ve been asking lately. So, in today's episode, I’m sharing the most effective way to see that breakthrough in the area of improving and transforming your time management. Are you ready? Let's go! Featured Review: “Knowing Erika in real life, I can attest that everything she says, she lives out and her heart comes through each episode. Such wisdom and lo...
May 19, 2023•12 min•Ep. 158
What's up, Sis? Is this something you've experienced: you know what you’re supposed to do & you’ve tried all the things, yet you still can’t seem to get the time management thing down? WHY IS THAT? Today, I’m giving you 2 reasons and invite you to overcome those obstacles with me tomorrow in my FREE Master Class, Time Management Foundations. Join the FREE LIVE WORKSHOP on May 17th @ 1 PM EST / 10 AM PST and... learn the building blocks of effective time management know exactly what’s needed ...
May 16, 2023•6 min•Ep. 157
Hey, friend! Do you ever do things and wonder, “Why am I the way I am?” Well, some of those self-destructive habits are just behaviors you developed in response to anxiety or overwhelm; not things you do because they are part of who you are. Today, I’m sharing how you can discover your self-destructive habits in 3 simple steps, so you can give those to the Lord and begin moving toward WHOLENESS! Let’s do it! Featured Review: I am so glad I listened! "This is great! Anchor me to what I know to be...
May 12, 2023•11 min•Ep. 156
Welllllll, helloooooo! Today, I'm sharing a LIVE power coaching session I did inside The Community back in January. Kandice was struggling to get & stay organized with everyday tasks while working on a project. She was constantly adding to her already long to-do list, which added to the chaos and disorganization in her brain. In this power coaching session, I worked with Kandice to identify the best way to get organized, streamlined, and productive in her everyday life, especially while work...
May 09, 2023•21 min•Ep. 155
Hey, friend! Did you know that I’m so guilty of losing track of time, which resulted in me being late or completely missing commitments? If you’re guilty of that, too, this episode is for you! Today, I’m going to give you my BEST tip for staying on track and getting things done, so you avoid the anxiety that comes with realizing you completely missed an appointment or event. Are you ready? Let's do it! Featured Review: Love this biblical podcast! "Erika is so encouraging and gives amazing, equip...
May 05, 2023•7 min•Ep. 154
