Do you ever feel like life has become louder, faster, and more demanding than your heart was meant to carry?

In this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast, I’m joined by counselor, author, and farm-living mama Brenda Yoder to talk about her new book, Uncomplicated: Simple Secrets for a Compelling Life. This conversation is a gentle invitation to slow down, breathe deep, and rediscover the wisdom that once shaped steady, grounded lives.

Brenda draws from the practices of our grandmothers and the rhythms of Amish and Mennonite communities to share practical, life-giving lessons for today’s busy women. We talk about what it looks like to resist the pull of constant chaos and instead cultivate a calm presence, authentic faith, and a steady voice of reason—right where you are.

In our conversation, you’ll hear:
Why simpler doesn’t mean easier—but it often means better
How timeless practices can bring peace to modern life
What past generations can teach us about faith, work, family, and rest
Small, practical shifts you can make to live with more intention

No matter your season of life or where you call home, this episode offers encouragement and wisdom for anyone longing for a more grounded, meaningful way of living.

You can listen to the episode now wherever you get your podcasts. I pray this conversation meets you right where you are and reminds you that a simpler life is still possible—and deeply compelling.

 

Connect with Brenda:

https://brendayoder.com/

Connect with Rachael:

https://rachaelkadams.com/

Download your Free Love Always Devotional:

https://rachaelkadams.com/free/

Do you ever feel like life has become louder, faster, and more demanding than your heart was meant to carry?
In this week&rsquo;s episode of <a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/the-love-offering-podcast/">The Love Offering Podcast</a>, I&rsquo;m joined by counselor, author, and farm-living mama <a href="https://brendayoder.com/">Brenda Yoder</a> to talk about her new book, <a href="https://amzn.to/4bOcSET">Uncomplicated: Simple Secrets for a Compelling Life.</a> This conversation is a gentle invitation to slow down, breathe deep, and rediscover the wisdom that once shaped steady, grounded lives.
Brenda draws from the practices of our grandmothers and the rhythms of Amish and Mennonite communities to share practical, life-giving lessons for today&rsquo;s busy women. We talk about what it looks like to resist the pull of constant chaos and instead cultivate a calm presence, authentic faith, and a steady voice of reason&mdash;right where you are.
In our conversation, you&rsquo;ll hear:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why simpler doesn&rsquo;t mean easier&mdash;but it often means better</li>
<li aria-level="1">How timeless practices can bring peace to modern life</li>
<li aria-level="1">What past generations can teach us about faith, work, family, and rest</li>
<li aria-level="1">Small, practical shifts you can make to live with more intention</li>
</ul>
No matter your season of life or where you call home, this episode offers encouragement and wisdom for anyone longing for a more grounded, meaningful way of living.
You can listen to the episode now wherever you get your podcasts. I pray this conversation meets you right where you are and reminds you that a simpler life is still possible&mdash;and deeply compelling.
&nbsp;
Connect with Brenda:
<a href="https://brendayoder.com/">https://brendayoder.com/</a>
Connect with Rachael:
<a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/">https://rachaelkadams.com/</a>
Download your Free Love Always Devotional:
<a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/free/">https://rachaelkadams.com/free/</a>

Encouraging you to love God, others, and yourself—one faithful step at a time.

Each week, host Rachael Adams sits down with inspiring women who are making a difference right where they are. Through honest conversations, biblical wisdom, and real-life stories, you'll be reminded that your everyday acts of love—no matter how small—matter deeply to God.

You were created to live a life of impact.
You were made to be a love offering.

Subscribe today and be inspired to live out the greatest commandment in practical, powerful ways.

Encouraging you to love God, others, and yourself&mdash;one faithful step at a time.
Each week, host Rachael Adams sits down with inspiring women who are making a difference right where they are. Through honest conversations, biblical wisdom, and real-life stories, you'll be reminded that your everyday acts of love&mdash;no matter how small&mdash;matter deeply to God.
You were created to live a life of impact. You were made to be a love offering.
Subscribe today and be inspired to live out the greatest commandment in practical, powerful ways.

The Love Offering

Do you ever feel trapped in a relentless, demanding pace—trying to keep up, make the right choices, and hold everything together? In this episode of The Love Offering Podcast, Rachael Adams sits down with counselor, educator, farm wife, and author Brenda Yoder to talk about her book Uncomplicated: Simple Secrets for a Compelling Life. Brenda shares how the steady rhythms of past generations—and the grounded, values-driven mindset often seen in Amish and Mennonite communities—can help modern women live with more peace, clarity, and purpose (without “checking out” of modern life). Together, they discuss the difference between “simple living” and “uncomplicating” your life, why contentment is a spiritual practice, how wisdom and discernment guide our boundaries, and how we can rebuild basic problem-solving skills and calm in an anxious world. Brenda also points listeners to a beautiful biblical model—the Proverbs 31 woman—through the lens of a lifetime of faithful, steady living.

Simple Secrets for a Compelling Uncomplicated Life: A Conversation with Brenda Yoder

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Have you ever tried your best to show someone you love them… only to feel like it didn’t quite land? You did the thoughtful thing. You said the kind words. You showed up. And yet something still felt missed.

This week on The Love Offering Podcast, I had the joy of sitting down with Dr. Gary Chapman to talk about his newest book, The Love Language That Matters Most. For decades, his message about the five love languages has helped millions of people better understand how to give and receive love. But as he shared in our conversation, discovering someone’s love language is only the beginning.

Each love language has what he calls “dialects”—deeply personal ways love is expressed and received. Miss those nuances, and even the right language can fall flat.

It was such a rich and practical conversation. We talked about:
Why love often gets lost in translation—even when our intentions are good
How to personalize love so it truly resonates with the people closest to us
What this looks like in marriage, parenting, friendships, and even caring for aging parents
How to pay attention to the subtle clues our loved ones are giving us

One of my favorite reminders from Dr. Chapman was this:

“The love language that matters most is the one your loved one is longing to hear.”

Isn’t that simple—and yet so profound?

As someone who cares deeply about loving well in our everyday lives, I found this conversation to be both grounding and hopeful. Love isn’t complicated, but it does require attentiveness. It asks us to slow down, to listen closely, and to serve the heart before us.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood—or worried that someone you love feels that way—this episode will encourage you. May the Lord give us eyes to see and ears to hear the hearts entrusted to us.

 

Connect with Dr. Chapman:

https://5lovelanguages.com/

 

Connect with Rachael:

https://rachaelkadams.com/

 

Download your Free Love Always Devotional:

https://rachaelkadams.com/free/

 

This month, we are featuring the Every Woman's Bible. This Bible has contributions from more than 100 women around the world and explores the heartfelt needs, gritty challenges, and uncommon faithfulness of women of the Bible, throughout history, and today. Through deep study and reflection, you’ll discover God’s heart for you and clarify your calling through personal stories, insights, inspiration, and study notes—all created by women, for women. Check it out. I think you'll love it!

Have you ever tried your best to show someone you love them&hellip; only to feel like it didn&rsquo;t quite land? You did the thoughtful thing. You said the kind words. You showed up. And yet something still felt missed.
This week on <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/the-love-offering/">The Love Offering Podcast</a>, I had the joy of sitting down with <a href="https://5lovelanguages.com/">Dr. Gary Chapman</a> to talk about his newest book, <a href="https://amzn.to/4aPFcpx">The Love Language That Matters Most</a>. For decades, his message about the five love languages has helped millions of people better understand how to give and receive love. But as he shared in our conversation, discovering someone&rsquo;s love language is only the beginning.
Each love language has what he calls &ldquo;dialects&rdquo;&mdash;deeply personal ways love is expressed and received. Miss those nuances, and even the right language can fall flat.
It was such a rich and practical conversation. We talked about:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Why love often gets lost in translation&mdash;even when our intentions are good</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to personalize love so it truly resonates with the people closest to us</li>
<li aria-level="1">What this looks like in marriage, parenting, friendships, and even caring for aging parents</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to pay attention to the subtle clues our loved ones are giving us</li>
</ul>
One of my favorite reminders from Dr. Chapman was this:
&ldquo;The love language that matters most is the one your loved one is longing to hear.&rdquo;
Isn&rsquo;t that simple&mdash;and yet so profound?
As someone who cares deeply about loving well in our everyday lives, I found this conversation to be both grounding and hopeful. Love isn&rsquo;t complicated, but it does require attentiveness. It asks us to slow down, to listen closely, and to serve the heart before us.
If you&rsquo;ve ever felt misunderstood&mdash;or worried that someone you love feels that way&mdash;this episode will encourage you.&nbsp;May the Lord give us eyes to see and ears to hear the hearts entrusted to us.
&nbsp;
Connect with Dr. Chapman:
<a href="https://5lovelanguages.com/">https://5lovelanguages.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Connect with Rachael:
<a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/">https://rachaelkadams.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Download your Free Love Always Devotional:
<a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/free/">https://rachaelkadams.com/free/</a>
&nbsp;
This month, we are featuring the <a href="https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0" data-custom="link">Every Woman's Bible</a>. This Bible has contributions from more than 100 women around the world and explores the heartfelt needs, gritty challenges, and uncommon faithfulness of women of the Bible, throughout history, and today. Through deep study and reflection, you&rsquo;ll discover God&rsquo;s heart for you and clarify your calling through personal stories, insights, inspiration, and study notes&mdash;all created by women, for women. <a href="https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0" data-custom="link">Check it out.</a> I think you'll love it!

In this episode of the Love Offering Podcast, host Rachael Adams welcomes Dr. Gary Chapman, renowned author of 'The Five Love Languages.' They discuss the transformative power of love languages in relationships, the importance of understanding and adapting to different love languages, and the spiritual aspects of love. Dr. Chapman shares insights from his new book, 'The Love Language That Matters Most,' emphasizing that love is an attitude and relationships thrive on progress rather than perfection. The conversation highlights the importance of empathy, selflessness, and open communication in nurturing healthy relationships.

The Love Language that Matters Most: A Conversation with Dr. Gary Chapman

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/5e27a451-e6e6-4c51-aa03-a7370003783c/clips/7c0daec0-66a6-4a3a-9c7f-b3f1000b45db/transcript

Marriage has a way of bringing both our deepest joy—and our deepest pain—to the surface. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in the same frustrating patterns, wondering why you keep ending up here, you’re not alone. In honor of National Marriage Week, I want to share a meaningful conversation fromThe Love Offering Podcast with Ron Deal about his book,The Mindful Marriage: Create Your Best Relationship Through Understanding and Managing Yourself.

 

This book—and our conversation—is especially powerful because it’s rooted in both neuroscience and biblical truth. Ron openly shares how the devastating loss of their child nearly shattered his marriage, pushing him into painful and destructive cycles he and his wife Nan didn’t know how to stop. At their breaking point, they found help through Restoration Therapy, developed by pioneering therapists Dr. Terry Hargrave and Sharon Hargrave, LMFT—a model that has helped millions learn emotional mindfulness and self-regulation in relationships.

 

Real change in marriage begins not by fixing your spouse, but by understanding and managing yourself in moments of emotional distress. Ron and Nan, alongside the Hargraves, challenge many popular myths about how relationships work and offer a proven path to healing, connection, and lasting love. If you’re longing for a stronger, healthier marriage—or simply want to love your spouse more faithfully—this conversation is for you.

 

My prayer this National Marriage Week is that you would be encouraged to believe that healing is possible, patterns can be broken, and love can grow again—even in the places that feel tender or worn. 

 

Much love,

Rachael

 

Connect with Ron:

https://rondeal.org/about

Connect with Rachael:

https://rachaelkadams.com/

Download your free Love Always Devotional:

https://rachaelkadams.com/free/

National Marriage Week:

https://www.marriageweek.org/

Grab Your Every Woman's Bible:

https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0

 

Marriage has a way of bringing both our deepest joy&mdash;and our deepest pain&mdash;to the surface. If you&rsquo;ve ever found yourself stuck in the same frustrating patterns, wondering why you keep ending up here, you&rsquo;re not alone. In honor of<a href="https://www.marriageweek.org/"> National Marriage Week</a>, I want to share a meaningful conversation from<a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/the-love-offering/"> The Love Offering Podcast</a> with<a href="https://rondeal.org/about"> Ron Deal</a> about his book,<a href="https://amzn.to/4aiGIPH"> The Mindful Marriage: Create Your Best Relationship Through Understanding and Managing Yourself.</a>
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This book&mdash;and our conversation&mdash;is especially powerful because it&rsquo;s rooted in both neuroscience and biblical truth. Ron openly shares how the devastating loss of their child nearly shattered his marriage, pushing him into painful and destructive cycles he and his wife Nan didn&rsquo;t know how to stop. At their breaking point, they found help through Restoration Therapy, developed by pioneering therapists Dr. Terry Hargrave and Sharon Hargrave, LMFT&mdash;a model that has helped millions learn emotional mindfulness and self-regulation in relationships.
&nbsp;
Real change in marriage begins not by fixing your spouse, but by understanding and managing yourself in moments of emotional distress. Ron and Nan, alongside the Hargraves, challenge many popular myths about how relationships work and offer a proven path to healing, connection, and lasting love. If you&rsquo;re longing for a stronger, healthier marriage&mdash;or simply want to love your spouse more faithfully&mdash;this conversation is for you.
&nbsp;
My prayer this<a href="https://www.marriageweek.org/"> National Marriage Week</a> is that you would be encouraged to believe that healing is possible, patterns can be broken, and love can grow again&mdash;even in the places that feel tender or worn.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Much love,
Rachael
&nbsp;
Connect with Ron:
<a href="https://rondeal.org/about">https://rondeal.org/about</a>
Connect with Rachael:
<a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/">https://rachaelkadams.com/</a>
Download your free Love Always Devotional:
<a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/free/">https://rachaelkadams.com/free/</a>
National Marriage Week:
<a href="https://www.marriageweek.org/">https://www.marriageweek.org/</a>
Grab Your Every Woman's Bible:
<a href="https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1770562455117000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3h-mqCW_nv5321WoSWo4De">https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0</a>
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In this episode of the Love Offering Podcast, host Rachael Adams welcomes Ron Deal, a licensed marriage and family therapist, to discuss the profound impact of grief on marriage and the importance of emotional mindfulness. Ron shares his personal journey of navigating the loss of his son and how it reshaped his marriage with his wife, Nan. They discovered restoration therapy, a model that emphasizes understanding emotional responses to break destructive cycles in relationships. Ron emphasizes that every couple faces challenges, and the key to overcoming them lies in doubling down on faith and learning to move towards one another during difficult times.    The conversation examines the neuroscience behind emotional patterns in relationships, highlighting how our brains respond to perceived threats and how these responses can lead to destructive cycles. Ron explains the importance of self-control and intentionality in marriage, urging couples to focus on their own growth rather than pointing fingers at each other. He encourages listeners to seek help when needed and emphasizes that true change comes from aligning one's actions with God's truth. The episode concludes with a call to action for couples to pursue love intentionally and to participate in National Marriage Week, which offers free resources to strengthen marriages.

Renew Your Mind, Renew Your Marriage: A Conversation with Ron Deal

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/5e27a451-e6e6-4c51-aa03-a7370003783c/clips/8dd6931b-a545-4630-be43-b3ea01797e4b/transcript

Marriage is one of God’s most beautiful gifts—but it can also be one of the most challenging. Even couples who love each other deeply and want to honor God can find themselves stuck in the same conversations, the same misunderstandings, and the same frustrations, wondering why nothing seems to change.

That’s why I’m so excited to share this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast with you.

I’m joined by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs to talk about his book Lightbulb Moments in Marriage: 12 Biblical Perspectives for Successful and Satisfied Couples. In our conversation, Dr. Eggerichs shares what he calls “aha” moments—simple, biblically grounded truths that have helped thousands of couples finally see what they were missing.

These aren’t complicated formulas or trendy advice. They’re Scripture-shaped insights that often lead couples to say, “Why didn’t we see this sooner?”

We talk about:
• Why ignorance—not lack of love—is often what fuels conflict
• How one small shift in perspective can break long-standing cycles
• The difference between trying harder and understanding better
• What it looks like to respond with responsibility, not react out of frustration
• Letting God’s Word—not culture—define love, respect, and commitment

Whether you’ve been married a few months or many decades, this conversation is full of wisdom, grace, and hope. Sometimes, it really does take just one lightbulb moment to bring clarity, peace, and renewal.

I pray this episode encourages you to see your marriage—and your spouse—through fresh eyes.

Much love,
Rachael

 

Connect with Rachael:

https://rachaelkadams.com/

Connect with Dr. Eggerichs:

https://www.loveandrespect.com/about-us

Download your Free Love Always Devotional:

https://rachaelkadams.com/free/

Grab Your Every Woman's Bible:

https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0

 

Marriage is one of God&rsquo;s most beautiful gifts&mdash;but it can also be one of the most challenging. Even couples who love each other deeply and want to honor God can find themselves stuck in the same conversations, the same misunderstandings, and the same frustrations, wondering why nothing seems to change.
That&rsquo;s why I&rsquo;m so excited to share this week&rsquo;s episode of <a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/the-love-offering-podcast/">The Love Offering Podcast</a> with you.
I&rsquo;m joined by <a href="https://www.loveandrespect.com/about-us">Dr. Emerson Eggerichs</a> to talk about his book <a href="https://amzn.to/49TToh2">Lightbulb Moments in Marriage: 12 Biblical Perspectives for Successful and Satisfied Couples</a>. In our conversation, Dr. Eggerichs shares what he calls &ldquo;aha&rdquo; moments&mdash;simple, biblically grounded truths that have helped thousands of couples finally see what they were missing.
These aren&rsquo;t complicated formulas or trendy advice. They&rsquo;re Scripture-shaped insights that often lead couples to say, &ldquo;Why didn&rsquo;t we see this sooner?&rdquo;
We talk about: &bull; Why ignorance&mdash;not lack of love&mdash;is often what fuels conflict &bull; How one small shift in perspective can break long-standing cycles &bull; The difference between trying harder and understanding better &bull; What it looks like to respond with responsibility, not react out of frustration &bull; Letting God&rsquo;s Word&mdash;not culture&mdash;define love, respect, and commitment
Whether you&rsquo;ve been married a few months or many decades, this conversation is full of wisdom, grace, and hope. Sometimes, it really does take just one lightbulb moment to bring clarity, peace, and renewal.
I pray this episode encourages you to see your marriage&mdash;and your spouse&mdash;through fresh eyes.
Much love, Rachael
&nbsp;
Connect with Rachael:
<a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/">https://rachaelkadams.com/</a>
Connect with Dr. Eggerichs:
<a href="https://www.loveandrespect.com/about-us">https://www.loveandrespect.com/about-us</a>
Download your Free Love Always Devotional:
<a href="https://rachaelkadams.com/free/">https://rachaelkadams.com/free/</a>
Grab Your Every Woman's Bible:
<a href="https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1770562455117000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3h-mqCW_nv5321WoSWo4De">https://hubs.la/Q0427vjP0</a>
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In this episode of the Love Offering Podcast, host Rachael Adams welcomes Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, a renowned author and speaker, to discuss the dynamics of marriage, with a focus on love, respect, and understanding each other's perspectives. They explore the concept of 'lightbulb moments' in marriage, which are pivotal insights that can transform relationships. The conversation delves into conflict resolution, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the impact of cultural influences on marital expectations. Dr. Eggerichs emphasizes the need for personal responsibility in relationships and offers practical advice for couples seeking to improve their marriages.

Lightbulb Moments in Marriage: A Conversation with Dr. Emerson Eggerichs

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/5e27a451-e6e6-4c51-aa03-a7370003783c/clips/49d37fbb-0d57-4762-b138-b3e1017ee2eb/transcript

Simple Secrets for a Compelling Uncomplicated Life: A Conversation with Brenda Yoder

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