What is Hygge?

"Hygge" (pronounced "Hyoo-Guh") is a concept derived from Danish culture dating back generations. It is comprised of several major tenets including hospitality, atmosphere, well-being, and comfort (just to name a few). Independently, Hygge is not a "religious" or "Biblical" concept, but it prompts …

Hospitality with Kristie Anyabwile

What is true kingdom hospitality? How about Hygge-ly hospitality? Join host Jamie Erickson and guest Kristie Anyabwile for a deep dive into what the danish concept of Hygge has to do with hospitality, and what hospitality has to do with the the ministry of Jesus. They discuss all things purpose and…

Relationships with Melissa Zaldivar

Relationships. We all have them. We all know how rich, yet complex they can be. In this second episode of Holy Hygge, Jamie sits down with Melissa Zaldivar on a discussion about relational hospitality, non-discriminatory relationship building, and how to love those in a different relational season.…

Well Being with Trillia Newbell

What did Jesus mean when He said, "your faith has made you well"? In a culture that boasts of wellness and well-being, it can make us wonder: what is true well being? How does God define wellness as we await is coming? And what, if anything, does God's definition of wellness have to do with Hygge a…

Atmosphere with Sarah Symonds

When was the last time you walked into a room and thought to yourself, this place is full of peace? Did you take note of what contributed to this experience? The furniture? The decor? The openness? All of these elements fall under the fourth tenet of Hygge: Atmosphere. This can make us wonder: how …

Comfort with Bethany Allen

What does “comfort” feel like for you? A warm blanket? A cup of coffee in your favorite reading nook? What is true comfort in Biblical terms? And how can we provide Kingdom comfort of the to those who enter our homes? On this episode of Holy Hygge, Jamie chats with Bethany Allen in a rich, deep div…

Contentment with Stacey Thacker

Contentment. We all seek it. We see it everywhere - TV, movies, product ads that promise us contentment if we will only _________. But what is true contentment? Paul, in his letter to the Philippians says that he has learned to be content in all circumstances. What about you? In this episode of Hol…

Rest with Jennifer Dukes Lee

Come to me all of you who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest.  Jesus famously said these words in Matthew 11. He urges His disciples to seek rest in Him, no matter the circumstance and no matter what the world defines as rest.  How can we, as Christians, seek this same kind of re…