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EPISODE · May 25, 2026 · 18 MIN

33. Running on Empty? How Anxious Moms Can Trust God’s Provision When Life Feels Like Too Much

from Faith Over Anxiety for Moms · host Rachel Cross – Christian Anxiety Coach

Do you ever feel like you do not have enough patience, energy, peace, or emotional capacity to get through the day? Are you carrying “what if” thoughts about your kids, your finances, your future, or whether you are doing enough as a mom? What would change if you brought your “not enough” to God instead of trying to carry it all alone? In this episode, I’m sharing what 2 Kings 4:38–44 teaches us about God’s provision when life feels heavy, uncertain, or like what we have is not enough. We look at the story of Elisha, the poisoned stew, and the bread that seemed too small to feed 100 men — and how God brought life, safety, and provision right in the middle of famine.  If you are an anxious mom feeling overwhelmed by the mental load, financial stress, motherhood pressure, or constant “what if” thoughts, this episode will help you shift from control to entrusting, trade “what if” for “even if,” and replace ruminating with remembering God’s faithfulness. Episode 30: Mom Guilt Stealing Your Joy? 3 Truths Every Anxious Mom Needs to Remember Episode 3: Mental Load, Mom Anxiety & Overwhelm: Why Moms Feel Exhausted and What the Bible Says About Carrying Too Much Contact - > Message me at: www.faithoveranxietyformoms.com Podcast -> www.faithoveranxietyformoms.com/podcast   Next Steps: Step 1: Follow the show so you don’t miss new episodes every Monday & Thursday Step 2: Share this podcast with another Mom Step 3: Leave a 5 star written review on Apple Podcasts   Xoxo, Rachel 💜

Do you ever feel like you do not have enough patience, energy, peace, or emotional capacity to get through the day? Are you carrying “what if” thoughts about your kids, your finances, your future, or whether you are doing enough as a mom? What would change if you brought your “not enough” to God instead of trying to carry it all alone? In this episode, I’m sharing what 2 Kings 4:38–44 teaches us about God’s provision when life feels heavy, uncertain, or like what we have is not enough. We look at the story of Elisha, the poisoned stew, and the bread that seemed too small to feed 100 men — and how God brought life, safety, and provision right in the middle of famine.  If you are an anxious mom feeling overwhelmed by the mental load, financial stress, motherhood pressure, or constant “what if” thoughts, this episode will help you shift from control to entrusting, trade “what if” for “even if,” and replace ruminating with remembering God’s faithfulness. Episode 30: Mom Guilt Stealing Your Joy? 3 Truths Every Anxious Mom Needs to Remember Episode 3: Mental Load, Mom Anxiety & Overwhelm: Why Moms Feel Exhausted and What the Bible Says About Carrying Too Much Contact - > Message me at: www.faithoveranxietyformoms.com Podcast -> www.faithoveranxietyformoms.com/podcast   Next Steps: Step 1: Follow the show so you don’t miss new episodes every Monday & Thursday Step 2: Share this podcast with another Mom Step 3: Leave a 5 star written review on Apple Podcasts   Xoxo, Rachel 💜

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