On a recent listener survey, Emily was asked, “What do you do if you feel like you married the wrong person?” This episode is dedicated to answering that question and what you should do proactively in your marriage to help it if you’re struggling with these same feelings. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Feb 20, 2019•20 min•Season 9Ep. 6
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily is joined by Chantelle Swayne to discuss the importance of hobbies. Why should women take time for themselves? It is selfish? Does being a mom demand your children take up all of your time? Should we have guilt over doing things just for us, or by ourselves? This episode is filled with practical advice for our marriages and our mental health. Links Her Life His Way Art by Chantelle Facebook Page Art by Chantelle Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patre...
Feb 13, 2019•33 min•Season 9Ep. 5
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily is joined by Mary Harp (of healthychristianhome.com ) to discuss the benefits of having a prayer journal. Mary started hers soon after becoming a Christian and has been faithfully utilizing this tool to enrich her relationship with God for over a decade. Check out the links below to get some great tips from Mary about how to get started. Links The Ultimate Prayer Journaling Guide to Ignite Your Prayer Life! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...
Feb 06, 2019•28 min•Season 9Ep. 4
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily is joined again by Brooke McNutt to discuss how to beat the feelings of isolation and loneliness, especially when you live far away from family and an established friend group. The two discuss three ways to help you keep from feeling defeated and alone. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Jan 30, 2019•31 min•Season 9Ep. 3
Emily is joined by Brooke McNutt to discuss the importance of godly friendships, looking to examples like David and Jonathan as well as Ruth and Naomi. They also discuss some hinderances to maintaining godly friendships, but also some warning signs that you may be in a toxic friendship – even with another Christian. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Jan 23, 2019•23 min•Season 9Ep. 2
For the season 9 kickoff, Emily talks about guarding our marriages from temptations and Satan’s attacks, especially in light of some of the New Year’s Resolutions women may be tempted to make. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Jan 16, 2019•22 min•Season 9Ep. 1
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily wraps up her study of 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 by looking at what it means to “pray without ceasing.” Links Does the Bible Teach Calvinism? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Dec 19, 2018•30 min•Season 8Ep. 17
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily looks at the difference between a wandering life and a wonderful life. This episode is mostly a Bible study, so grab your Bibles and get ready to flip your pages and uncover truths from God’s inspired word. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Dec 05, 2018•29 min•Season 8Ep. 16
Emily is joined by Ashley Macon on this episode of Wifey Wednesdays. Together, they discuss great ideas for Christmas shopping, especially on a budget! They have tips about Black Friday shopping, bargain shopping, and filling stockings. They also discuss a few of their wish list items for Christmas to give you ideas for yourself! Check out the links below to cash in on some of the money saving or cash back apps they discussed. Links SHOPKICK (walk in stores and get free gift cards!) – Use the li...
Nov 21, 2018•46 min•Season 8Ep. 15
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses Halloween couple’s costumes, comparison, and the sins that might creep into our hearts as consequences of such. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Oct 31, 2018•22 min•Season 8Ep. 14
Can you really have joy when things are going…miserably? If you’re experiencing loss, can you have joy? If you’re in a tough season of marriage, can you really have joy? If you are in a less than ideal situation, can you really have joy? On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily goes textual — looking to the book of Philippians to see how Paul had joy during difficulty. This episode covers an outline of Philippians that Emily created and was adapted for this podcast. It is not at all comprehens...
Oct 24, 2018•38 min•Season 8Ep. 13
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses the ways Satan tempts us to get out of our marriages, mostly by trying to get us to focus on ourselves. To counter this, Emily suggests submitting to God and keeping Him at the forefront of your mind. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Oct 17, 2018•25 min•Season 8Ep. 12
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses a problem that likely all wives have experienced at one time: throwing a pity party for themselves. On this episode, Emily looks to 1 Peter and Philippians to help combat these attitudes all while looking to Jesus as our ultimate example in submission. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Sep 26, 2018•29 min•Season 8Ep. 11
This episode of Wifey Wednesdays was recorded live at Polishing the Pulpit. Emily is joined by Tammy Bear for this episode of Wifey Wednesdays. Tammy has over 30 years of experience as a wife and brings that knowledge and wisdom to the podcast to discuss her greatest joys, most needed lessons, and advice for the rest of us. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Sep 12, 2018•35 min•Season 8Ep. 10
This episode of Wifey Wednesdays was recorded live at Polishing the Pulpit. On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily is joined by veteran Wifey guest, Renita Archey. Renita leads us in a discussion from Joshua 1 about Joshua’s leadership and his call to be strong and very courageous. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Sep 05, 2018•32 min•Season 8Ep. 9
This episode of Wifey Wednesdays was recorded live at Polishing the Pulpit. Emily is joined by Evelyn Apple to discuss how we can honor our husbands, noting obstacles that might stand in our way as well as practical tips for showing honor. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Aug 29, 2018•41 min•Season 8Ep. 8
This is the final episode of the Wifey Wednesdays series on Mental Health. In this episode, Emily looks at 1 Kings 19 and Elijah’s example of how to combat depression. This episode focuses on each member of the Godhead: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Aug 15, 2018•26 min•Season 8Ep. 7
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily is joined by Sara Whitworth to discuss the topic of Pursuing Peace , especially when you don’t feel at peace at all. This episode is a continuance of the series Emily is doing on mental health. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Aug 08, 2018•37 min•Season 8Ep. 6
This episode is the second in a series on mental health that Emily is doing on Wifey Wednesdays. On this episode in particular, Emily is joined by Micah Paschall to talk about ways that we can help our mental health. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Aug 01, 2018•32 min•Season 8Ep. 5
This episode is the first in a series on mental health that Emily is doing on Wifey Wednesdays. On this episode in particular, Emily is joined by Micah Paschall to talk about ways that we can help our mental health. MICAH’S RECOMMENDATIONS: The Calm – Meditation App The Mother Like a Boss Podcast by Kendra Hennessy The Purpose Show with Allie Casazza ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Jul 25, 2018•42 min•Season 8Ep. 4
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily looks at the power of womanly influence in the story of David and Saul as well as our modern society. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Jul 18, 2018•23 min•Season 8Ep. 3
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily is joined by returning guest Ashley Macon to discuss healthy habits and building a better you. Ashley is one of the brains behind Our Heavy House and has a daily podcast call Wake Up Call. You can find it here or search on your favorite podcast platform. You can also follow her on Pinterest ( and Emily, too ) to find healthy recipes. For more information about upcoming episodes, join the Wifey Wednesdays Facebook Group and be sure to subscribe to this p...
Jun 27, 2018•52 min•Season 8Ep. 2
Season 8 of Wifey Wednesdays begins with a listener requested topic about how to support your husband when he fills the role of preacher. Emily is joined by a returning guest, Cindy Rogers, to discuss some of the ins and outs for supporting your husband in general, and then gives specific ideas for those who are married to a preacher. Cindy lives in Mississippi, has been married for nearly 25 years, has two nearly grown children, and is a Senior Director for 31 Gifts. For more information about ...
Jun 20, 2018•47 min•Season 8Ep. 1
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses five marriage builders from the book of Proverbs that can help to improve our marriages. So often, when people talk about “working” on their marriage, others assume something in wrong in marriage. But good things come to those who work for them. Just because you are “working” on your marriage doesn’t mean something is wrong- it means you want to prevent something wrong from happening. So, these five Proverbs will help us strengthen our marriag...
May 16, 2018•29 min•Season 7Ep. 15
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses love not seeking its own (1 Corinthians 13:5) and what it looks like when people insist on their own way (Luke 23:13-25). Do we, as women, insist on our own way? How does this relate to being submissive and Christlike? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
May 02, 2018•30 min•Season 7Ep. 14
On this episode, Emily looks at the WHY of Wifey Wednesdays — Why do women need to work on being godly wives? Why is it so important to please God in our marriages? Why is it so important to live in a holy way? The text for today’s episode is Titus 2:5. Grab your Bible and listen! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Apr 25, 2018•33 min•Season 7Ep. 13
Do we really practice having loving attitudes? Do we just assume love is an emotion and excuse our unloving actions? What does it mean to bear all things, believe all things, hope all things, endure all things? That’s this episode of Wifey Wednesdays! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Apr 11, 2018•26 min•Season 7Ep. 12
This episode of Wifey Wednesdays isn’t just for wives! It’s for any woman who wants to be pure in her dress. It’s for any woman who wants to put her brothers first. It’s for any woman who seeks to mold her heart after Jesus’. It’s for any woman who loves Jesus too much to allow Satan to have a foothold in her heart by way of her closet. Links You can find a transcript of this podcast in blog form at emilyhat.com/i-love-him-too-much ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...
Apr 04, 2018•17 min•Season 7Ep. 11
On this episode, Emily takes a moment to dwell on the grace of God. If we continually live our lives thinking that we can somehow earn a great marriage, or do good enough things to have happy lives, we miss a great opportunity to see the beauty of God and His great grace. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mar 28, 2018•40 min•Season 7Ep. 10
On this episode of Wifey Wednesdays, Emily discusses having an affair — and why Christian women shouldn’t cast the topic aside and just assume it won’t happen to them or they won’t be tempted by it. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Mar 14, 2018•37 min•Season 7Ep. 9