Holy Hygge Podcast from Moody Radio

"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 the question: can Hygge be implemented in a Biblical way? Can a concept like Hygge be set apart, or "made Holy." Author and speaker Jamie Erickson would argue, YES! In this limited series podcast, Jamie and a guest will walk through 7 of the core tenets of Hygge: what they are, how listeners can practically implement them in their homes, and most importantly, how each concept can inform the Christian life. 

In this episode, Jamie is joined by Judy Dunagen and Melissa Zaldivar as they ask the question: what is Hygge? And is there a place for Hygge in the Christian home?

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 place when it comes to this first core tenet of hygge. 

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. 

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 and how we implement it in our homes? In this episode of Holy Hygge, Jamie Erickson sits down with Trillia Newbell. They discuss all things Biblical wellness: from self care, to time management, to physical and mental wellness. 

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 can we, as Christians, create an atmosphere that is worthy of Kingdom hospitality? In this episode of Holy Hygge, Jamie Erickson sits down with author, blogger, and interior stylist Sarah Symonds to chat all things atmosphere, and how we can create a home that reflects the inner life of those who know the presence of God. 

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 dive on this 5th tenet of Hygge. 

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 Holy Hygge, Jamie is joined by author and speaker, Stacey Thacker. They talk about this 6th tenet of Hygge  through the eyes of what true, Biblical contentment is and what it can offer us in this life. 

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 rest from an unseen God? How can we practice true, Biblical rest and cultivate it in our families? In our homes? In this episode of Holy Hygge, Jamie is joined for one final conversation by Jennifer Dukes Lee on all things rest: what it is, why it acts as a tenet of hygge, and how to practically practice it as believers.