Why I Started Reading My Bible When Motherhood Broke Me (And How It Changed My Anxiety)

Have you ever looked at your Bible and felt guilty because you just couldn't find the time, or energy, to open it?As moms, it's easy to believe that reading Scripture is just another item on an already impossible to-do list. Between caring for our families, homeschooling, work, laundry, dishes, and everything else life throws at us, our Bibles often become the first thing we neglect.But what if opening God's Word isn't another obligation?What if it's actually where peace begins?In today's episode, I'm sharing my personal story of how I went nearly 30 years without reading the Bible, how anxiety and postpartum depression brought me to one of my lowest points, and how one simple verse, Isaiah 41:10, became the beginning of a life-changing relationship with Jesus.We'll talk about:Why reading the Bible isn't about being a "better Christian"How Scripture helped me through anxiety and postpartum depressionWhat it really means to hear God's voiceWhy God's Word renews our minds (Romans 12)Simple ways to start reading the Bible, even when you're overwhelmedIf you've been wondering whether reading your Bible really makes a difference, I hope this episode reminds you that God isn't asking for perfection—He's inviting you into a relationship with Him.✨ Free Resource:Download my free printable, Mom Guilt vs. God's Truth, to replace the lies of mom guilt with what God says about you. You'll find the link in the show notes.If this episode encouraged you, would you take a moment to leave a review? Your review helps this podcast reach more moms who are searching for hope, peace, and encouragement through Christ.Keywords: Christian motherhood, Bible reading, Christian anxiety, postpartum depression, faith and mental health, Christian moms, hearing God's voice, Bible study for beginners, Isaiah 41:10, overcoming anxiety with Scripture, mom guilt, renewing your mind, Christian podcast for moms.Support the show✨ Free Gift for You: If mom guilt has been weighing on your heart, I've created a free printable, God's Truth vs. Mom Guilt, to help you replace the lies with God's truth. You can download it through the link in today's show notes.If this episode encouraged you, I'd love for you to follow the podcast and share it with another mom who needs the reminder that she doesn't have to walk this journey alone.🌿 Start here: Download my free printable, God's Truth vs. Mom Guilt, and learn to replace guilt-filled thoughts with God's truth and Scripture:https://www.rootedandthrivingmama.com/gods-truth-vs-mom-guiltNext Steps🌿 Website & Shop:https://www.rootedandthrivingmama.com