
A Heart That Beats for Home
Hey friend! I’m Nikki Smith—wife, mom of three, entrepreneur, and host of A Heart That Beats for Home. Over the years, God has used marriage, motherhood, business, and everyday life to stretch me, grow me, humble me, and draw me closer to Him. This space is a reflection of the journey I’m still on—growing, learning, and leaning into much-needed grace. I have a heart to keep investing intentionally in my marriage of 26 years with the man God has given me as a partner and best friend, to walk faithfully toward the season of empty nesting, and to grow deeper in relationship with my adult and soon-to-be adult children. More than anything, I’m passionate about drawing closer to my Heavenly Father—truly knowing Him in a way that is real and active in my everyday life—and reflecting Him in all my relationships, actions, and plans.
Each episode is a real, hope-filled conversation about the things that matter most: building strong families, walking faithfully in the gift of marriage, parenting intentionally through every stage, and keeping Christ at the center of it all. Alongside my own story, you’ll hear from amazing guests who share a deep passion for nurturing strong families where Jesus is glorified. Their wisdom, vulnerability, and encouragement will remind you that you’re not alone in this journey.
Whether you’re single, newly married, raising little ones, building a business, or walking through a new season, you’re welcome here. This is a space for women who love their families fiercely and want to lead with purpose—honoring God in the roles He has placed us in, faithfully shepherding the souls in our homes, and nurturing an environment that reflects the fruit of the Spirit and a life that glorifies Him.
One day at a time, may we become women who cultivate hearts that beat for home.
Thanks for being here,
Nikki
Episodes
66. The Power of Pause: Finding Joy in Summer's Unstructured Days

65. The Package Deal: Marriage, Intimacy, and Keeping the Spark Alive with NFL Chaplains LaMorris and Megan Crawford

64. Beyond Contract: The Sacred Covenant of Marriage with NFL Chaplains LaMorris and Megan Crawford

63. The Silent Weight We Carry: Understanding Mental Load in Relationships

62. The Silent Weight We Carry: Understanding Mental Load in Motherhood

61. When Letting Go Is The Hardest (and Best) Thing You'll Do

60. Do I Pass the Joy Test?

59. Menopause, Mom Life, and My 5pm Wednesday Meltdown

58. Beauty From Ashes Story - Walking Through Fire: A Mother's Story of Faith During Childhood Cancer with Alex Woldhuis

57. Real Talk About Sibling Relationships with Olivia Smith - Part 2

56. Navigating Anxiety and Finding Joy with Olivia Smith

55. Roommates or Soulmates? A Marriage Check-In.

54. Jesus Doesn't Care About Your Messy House with Dana K. White

53. Beauty From Ashes Story: Kristina Weir - Looking for God Winks in the Depths of Suffering

52. Cheers, Ears, and Prayers: 3 Concepts for Supporting Our Children Through the Tween, Teen and Adult Years

51. The Midlife Edit with Shannon Blas - Part 2

50. The Midlife Edit with Shannon Blas - Part 1

49. The Bladder Battle: Real Talk Around the Fear of a Cough or a Sneeze.

48. Beauty From Ashes Story: Hadley Eddings' Journey of Loss, Restoration, and Faith in the Face of Tragedy

47. Welcome to Season Two!

46. The Power of Patience and Gratitude in Marriage - Betsey Dirkse Part 2

45. Finding Joy in Everyday Life with Betsey Dirkse

44. The Impact of Living a Grateful Life

43. Nikki's Favorite Things - Holiday Edition

42. 10 Interior Design Tips to Elevate Your Home
