Our House with The Smylies
Claim This Podcastby Jason Smylie and Malia Smylie
Podcast Overview
<p>We're Jason and Malia, married parents of four boys. We help families build the rhythms and rituals to bring God to the center of their home. Everything we share comes from our own living room, not a textbook. This podcast is for any family that's tired of surviving and ready to start thriving together.</p>
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3/12/2026
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June 25, 2026
We've Hosted 4 Au Pairs. Here's the Honest Truth
<p>We've hosted four au pairs over the years, and in this episode we tell the honest truth about what it's really like to invite one into your home. Our former au pair Judith lived with us for two years, flew back from Spain to surprise our boys, and the reveal went viral with millions of views. She sits down with us to talk through the good, the hard, and the parts nobody warns you about, whether you're a parent thinking about hiring an au pair or a nanny, or a young person wondering if becoming an au pair is right for you.</p><p><br></p><p>If you're weighing the au pair program, you'll hear how the matching process actually works, what it costs, the difference between an au pair and a nanny, the horror stories to watch out for, and how to know if it's the right fit for your family. And if you're thinking about becoming an au pair yourself, Judith shares exactly what she was scared of, what surprised her, and the advice that made her take the leap.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a real conversation about opening your home, building trust, and how someone who starts as a stranger can become family for life.</p><p><br></p><p>If your family loves stories like this, subscribe and come along with us. New episodes help families bring God closer to the center of their homes.</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS</p><p>00:00 Judith reacts to the viral video</p><p>01:04 The au pair who became family</p><p>03:32 Judith’s dream to come to America</p><p>06:22 Her mom prayed for this family</p><p>08:39 Trusting an 18-year-old with three boys</p><p>10:41 She was never just hired help</p><p>14:20 When Judith first felt at home</p><p>24:24 Boundaries and empathy</p><p>28:49 The nightly routine that mattered</p><p>31:32 What changed when God became central</p><p>35:39 Parenting so kids want to come back</p><p>37:52 Letting kids be who they are</p><p>38:48 The story behind the viral video</p><p>40:52 Why the video touched millions</p><p>45:33 Advice for taking the leap</p><p>47:40 Final thoughts</p><p><br></p><p>CONNECT WITH US</p><p>Instagram: @ourhouse.faith</p><p>Take our free 4-minute family assessment: [link]</p><p>Follow Judith: [Judith's IG handle]</p><p><br></p><p>As for our house, we will serve the Lord, and we pray you will too.</p><p><br></p><p>#aupair #nanny #aupairlife #hostfamily #christianfamily #parenting #faithathome #ourhouse </p>
June 18, 2026
Why you always want more, and how we stopped
<p>We had a beautiful home, four healthy boys, and a good life, and Malia still searched for a bigger house almost every night. This is the story of how we stopped chasing more and finally found contentment.</p><p><br></p><p>If you have ever told yourself "I'll be happy when we get the bigger house, the next promotion, the more comfortable life," this episode is for you. We talk honestly about discontentment, why nothing you have ever feels like enough, and how the constant pull toward more quietly steals the joy of right now. We get into money and the love of money, the pressure of the American dream and keeping up with the Joneses, raising kids in a culture of instant gratification, and what finally shifted our hearts toward gratitude and trust in God.</p><p><br></p><p>We’re sharing the real moments that changed how we see our home, our marriage, and what "enough" actually means. The grass isn't greener on the other side. It's greener where you water it.</p><p><br></p><p>If this encourages you, the best way to support the show is to like, subscribe, and leave a comment with the one thing you're choosing to be content with today.</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS :</p><p>00:00 – Intro</p><p>01:03 – Is the Grass Really Greener?</p><p>05:52 – The Love of Money vs. a Scarcity Mindset</p><p>10:18 – Finding True Gain: Godliness with Contentment</p><p>13:13 – Raising Kids in an AI Era & Shifting Career Views</p><p>17:41 – Teaching Patience to Our Children (The Marshmallow Test)</p><p>20:45 – Real Estate Temptations: Shifting from Zillow to Contentment</p><p>27:49 – Life-Changing Mission Trip to the Dominican Republic</p><p>31:50 – Surrendering to God's Timing in Business & Leadership</p><p>39:23 – Embracing the Seasons, Sacrifices, and Nuances of Marriage</p><p>43:03 – Viewing Our Children as God's Children (The Art of Stewarding)</p><p>46:27 – Conclusion: Water the Grass Where You Are Planted</p><p><br></p><p>WANT MORE PEACE IN YOUR HOME? </p><p>Take our free home assessment at https://ourhouse.faith. It takes a few minutes and shows you where to start bringing God to the center of your home.</p><p><br></p><p>ABOUT OUR HOUSE We're Jason and Malia Smylie, married over 15 years with four boys. We're not pastors, just parents sharing how we're learning to build a God-centered home with more peace, contentment, and joy. New episodes every week.</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVv_2EP7ghi1VLKcFIceslA?sub_confirmation=1</p><p>Website: https://ourhouse.faith Email: info@ourhouse.faith</p><p><br></p><p>#Contentment #ChristianMarriage #ChristianPodcast #Gratitude #FaithOverFear #ChristianParenting #OurHouse</p>
June 11, 2026
When Rock Bottom Is Best For Your Marriage
<p>In 2022, Omar and Aubi Foster sat in a counselor's office asking the question no couple wants to ask: how did we get here? Seven years married, two kids, a thriving gym, and a marriage quietly falling apart. This is the story of how rock bottom became the best thing that ever happened to them.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Our House with The Smylies, the Fosters share how God restored their marriage after they nearly walked away. Aubi opens up about the "boss babe" lie, chasing corporate success while losing her family, and the moment she stopped fighting. Omar shares how seeking affirmation outside his marriage almost cost him everything, and what it took to finally lead his home.</p><p><br></p><p>Then came the prayer that changed it all. They asked God to close doors so clearly they couldn't mess it up. Three days later, Aubi lost her six-figure job. What looked like disaster became the beginning of a completely new life: a God-centered marriage, homeschooling their kids, turning their gym into a ministry, and a family stronger than they ever thought possible.</p><p><br></p><p>If your marriage feels stuck, distant, or close to over, this conversation is proof that the valley is where the fruit grows.</p><p><br></p><p>WHAT WE COVER:</p><p><br></p><p>- The slow drift that almost ended their marriage (it's never one big thing)</p><p>- The counselor's office moment: "Do you want to fix this?"</p><p>- Why chasing career success left Aubi empty and stretched thin</p><p>- How Omar stepped up to lead his family, faith, and finances</p><p>- The prayer that cost Aubi her job 3 days later</p><p>- Selling his dream car to bring his wife home to their kids</p><p>- Chaos is not a lack of peace, it's a lack of order</p><p>- Surrendering their business and losing members because of their faith</p><p>- Their family values: Fosters love God, love people, do hard things, never quit</p><p>- Raising kids without TV or video games (and why)</p><p>- Practical first steps to bring peace into your home this week</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS: </p><p>00:00 - Bringing God to the Center of Your Home</p><p>01:26 - Meeting Omar and Abby Foster (CrossFit Social City)</p><p>02:56 - How High School Sweethearts Reconnected After 10 Years</p><p>05:33 - Hitting Rock Bottom: Marital Disconnection and the "Boss Babe" Lie</p><p>12:47 - The Turning Point: Shifting from Worldly Success to Biblical Order</p><p>14:05 - Reclaiming the Role of a Spiritual Leader and Provider</p><p>17:49 - The Power of Surrender: Losing Jobs and Selling Cars</p><p>24:14 - Walking with Your Kids: Generational Change and Personal Healing</p><p>27:38 - Strengthening Father-Son Bonds Through Running Marathons</p><p>31:15 - Learning to Move into the Valley and Giving Up Total Control</p><p>34:53 - Using Your Business as a Ministry for the Community</p><p>39:45 - Practical Faith Habits and Consistency for Busy Families</p><p>47:59 - Choosing a Screen-Free Home: Why the Fosters Ditched the TV</p><p>50:01 - Establishing Core Family Values That Last</p><p>53:17 - Teachable Moments: Biblical Discipline and Grace vs. Legalism</p><p>56:16 - One Piece of Advice: Daily Scripture and Practicing Gratitude</p><p>59:43 - Where to Find Omar and Abby Foster</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>CONNECT WITH THE FOSTERS: </p><p>Omar Foster: https://www.instagram.com/oldskoolomar</p><p>Aubi Foster: https://www.instagram.com/aubi</p><p>CrossFit Social City: https://www.instagram.com/</p><p><br></p><p>BOOKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:</p><p>- Imagine Heaven by John Burke</p><p>- Bringing Up Boys / Bringing Up Girls by Dr. James Dobson</p><p>- Matthew 6:25-30</p><p>- Soul Surfer (film)</p><p><br></p><p>SUBSCRIBE for new episodes every week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVv_2EP7ghi1VLKcFIceslA?sub_confirmation=1</p><p><br></p><p>We're Jason and Malia Smylie. We've been married over 15 years, have 4 boys, and we help families bring God to the center of their home, their marriage, and their business.</p><p><br></p><p>#ChristianMarriage #MarriageRestoration #GodCenteredHome #ChristianPodcast #MarriageAdvice #FaithAndFamily #ChristianParenting #OurHousePodcast</p>
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<p>We're Jason and Malia, married parents of four boys. We help families build the rhythms and rituals to bring God to the center of their home. Everything we share comes from our own living room, not a textbook. This podcast is for any family that's tired of surviving and ready to start thriving together.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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