Best Smallgroup Podcasts (2025)

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Rediscovering Joy in Your Walk with God | Interview with Asheritah Ciuciu 35:02

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Are you doing all the "right" Christian things but still struggling to feel joy? You're not alone. In this heartfelt conversation with special guest, Asheritah Ciuciu, we talk about what it means to move from duty to delight—from trying to earn God's love to truly enjoying it. Together we'll explore the simple rhythms that restore joy and the freei…

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On Our Way Home: Finding Hope in the Face of Death | Interview with Colleen Chao 30:57

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What do you really believe about heaven? When faced with her own terminal diagnosis, author Colleen Chao discovered that heaven wasn't a faraway idea. It was a living hope that changed how she faced each day. In this moving episode, Colleen shares the peace, beauty, and courage that come from fixing our eyes on eternity—even when life on earth is m…

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Give Me One More Reason to Stick With Church | Interview with Dr. Carmen Joy Imes 27:43

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Do you ever feel left out, overlooked, or like you don't quite belong? In a world where loneliness is at an all-time high, what if the belonging you've been searching for has already been given to you? In today's conversation, Dr. Carmen Joy Imes invites us to rediscover God's vision for community and connection. In her new book, Becoming God's Fam…

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Finding Hope When Faith Feels Broken | Interview with Catherine McNeil and Jason Hague 31:47

2M ago31:47

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Does your faith feel fragile, distant, or broken? You're not alone. In this episode, Jason Hague and Catherine McNiel share how a mid-faith crisis can actually be the doorway to a deeper, more resilient walk with God. Doubt isn't the end of your faith—it may be the beginning of something new. In this powerful conversation, my guests share their per…

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When Holding On Hurts: Choosing Healing Over Offense | Interview with Alexandra Hoover 28:51

2M ago28:51

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What if the weight you've been carrying isn't just pain—but offense? In this honest and hope-filled conversation, author and speaker Alexandra Hoover joins Barb to talk about her new book, You Can Let Go, and the freedom that comes when we trust Jesus with our wounds. Together, they explore how to navigate hurt, why offense can keep us stuck, and h…

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Finding Peace in the Middle of Anxiety | Interview with Becky Keife 33:25

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What if anxiety wasn't a sign of spiritual failure but an invitation to meet Jesus in the middle of your fear? In this episode of Bold, Brave, and Beautiful, bestselling author and Bible teacher Becky Keife shares her powerful story of moving from shame and striving to freedom and peace. Drawing from her new book A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul,…

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Open Hands, Open Heart: Letting God Use You to Welcome the Hurting | Interview with Laura Baghdassarian Murray 32:21

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Our world is in desperate need of bridge builders, meaning people who will reach their hand out to those who feel unseen or hurting. These days, we've narrowed our view of hospitality to HGTV and Instagram, but our hearts are more lonely than ever. During the Covid-19 pandemic, author Laura Baghdassarian Murray hosted a solitude and silence retreat…

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Your Confidence Compass: Navigating From Self-Doubt to God-Given Boldness | Interview with Lisa Allen 32:19

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What do you wish you could do, but lack the confidence to do it? Do you wish that you were more like the women who get out there and get things done even when the odds seem against them? Join Barb on this new episode of The Bold, Brave and Beautiful Podcast as she talks to confidence expert and her personal leadership coach, Lisa Allen. With over 2…

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Mom Guilt & Meltdowns: Breaking Free from Anger, One Trigger at a Time | Interview with Amber Lia 32:08

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Moms don't like to talk about the moments when they lose it on their kids. I've been there, and felt heaps of guilt. Yet, moms who struggle with anger don't have to struggle alone. Join me and best-selling author, Amber Lia, for an important conversation about her new devotional, Untriggered: 60 Days of Transformation for Moms Who Struggle with Ang…

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Imperfect but Invited: How God Welcomes the Undeserving | Interview with Oghosa Iyamu 29:21

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Do you sometimes feel like an outsider in the Christian life? You may show up at church but you worry that you don't always belong. Perhaps you've made mistakes in your past or you have secret struggles or problems that you don't want to tell anyone about. Unfortunately, church has a reputation for condemning and kicking out instead of coming along…

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Summer Strong Series Part 5: Letting God Pick You Up When Your Life Falls Apart 34:54

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Life can be messy—and sometimes, it feels like the floor drops right out from under us. Bestselling author Tracie Miles calls these moments "lifequakes"—those unexpected, painful events that shake our world and leave us feeling lost, stuck, or wondering where God is in the chaos. In this encouraging episode, Barb sits down with Tracie to talk about…

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Summer Strong Series Part 4: Finding Strength in a Life You Didn't Sign Up For 31:13

5M ago31:13

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Have you ever looked around at your life and thought, "This is not what I signed up for"? The plans you had, the peace you hoped for, the answers you expected—none of it looks the way you imagined. Instead, you're navigating unexpected struggles, heartbreak, or detours you never saw coming. In this hope-filled episode, Barb sits down with author, c…

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Summer Strong Series Part 3: "Get Off the Cross Honey, Somebody Needs the Wood" 33:44

5M ago33:44

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of life's responsibilities? Do you find yourself running on empty, trying to keep up with the constant demands of work, family, and faith—only to end each day feeling exhausted and unseen? You're not alone. In this week's episode, Barb sits down with author and speaker Ashley Morgan Jackson for an honest co…

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Summer Strong Series Part 2: Holy Care for Your Mental Health 28:36

6M ago28:36

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We are back with part 2 of Summer Strong, our new series created to equip you with what you need to find rest amongst the busyness that this season brings! In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we're diving into a conversation that has gone unspoken in faith communities for too long — mental health. As Christian women, we're taught to be strong, …

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Summer Strong Series Part 1: Too Blessed to be Stressed 35:14

6M ago35:14

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Welcome to Summer Strong, our new series created to equip you with what you need to find rest amongst the busyness that this season brings! Whether you're juggling kids, calendars, or career goals, each episode offers practical tools, honest conversations, and soul-deep encouragement to help you stay grounded and whole. For the next five episodes, …

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Making Wise Decisions in Uncertain Times | Interview with Katie M. Reid 33:17

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Have you ever prayed, "God, what do I do?" These days, our struggle with uncertainty can stop us from making important decisions or cause us to second-guess the decisions we do make. It's stressful trying to figure out what's right and the fear of what will happen if we are wrong. Join Barb and her longtime friend, author Katie M. Reid, to discuss …

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Special Release: Ask Barb Anything! 32:01

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For the first time ever, Barb's answering audience questions! Join Barb and her fabulous podcast producer, Tabitha for all the inside scoop! Barb's telling us who her favorite child is, which Bible study she's most proud of and answering spicy questions about how to help friends far from Jesus and which body part is her favorite. Tucked into all of…

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Growing a Life That Matters | Interview with Elisa Morgan 31:38

8M ago31:38

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What does it mean to live a good Christian life? Is it being friendly or always seeing the positive side instead of the realities of life's struggles? What if being a good Christian is different from being like Christ? Join Barb and author Elisa Morgan for a conversation that invites us to peel past the niceness of Christianity and learn to live by…

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There's Nothing God Can't Redeem | Interview with Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young 40:47

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Join Barb and author of Redeemer, a new Bible study on the book of Ruth by Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young. At 37 years old, Dorina was widowed with 3 small children. She connected with Ruth's story and over the years has drawn strength and hope. During this conversation, they discuss the many layers of Ruth's story, including the "just-so-happened" mome…

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Dealing with Your Doubts about God | Interview with Niki Hardy 31:49

9M ago31:49

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Everyone has doubts about God but it's hard for us to talk about them. But when we don't talk about them, it actually weakens our faith in Him. In this episode, we explore how honest questions can strengthen, not weaken, our connection with God. Inspired by Niki Hardy's new book, God, Can We Chat?, Barb and Niki discuss embracing doubts as the star…

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The Urgency of Slowing Down | Interview with Laura Smith 31:20

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We all know that we should rest but let's be honest, most of us don't. How do we learn how to slow down in a world that keeps getting faster and faster? Barb talks with her friend and bestselling author, Laura L. Smith, about her new book, The Urgency of Slowing Down, and Laura gives practical wisdom on what you need to eliminate and what you can a…

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Healing After Sexual Abuse | Interview with Tabitha K. Westbrook 39:43

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Is sexual abuse part of your story? You are not alone and healing is possible! Join Barb for a conversation with certified sex addiction therapist and trauma specialist, Tabitha Westbrook, as they discuss Tabitha's new book Body & Soul, Healed & Whole. Tabitha is a nationally known expert who will share her personal story of abuse and her healing j…

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Praying in Step with God's Will | Solo Episode with Barb! 29:26

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If you are anything like me, prayer can be a bit of a tricky subject at times. Why do we emphasize the positive answers to prayer and not the practice of getting to know God in prayer? What does God want you to know about prayer that will help you draw closer to Him? Join me for a solo episode as I share insights from my new Bible study, Matthew: P…

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Learning to Love Those Who Are Different from Us | Interview with Chad and Adaeze Brinkman 39:42

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Join Barb and her guests, Chad and Adaeze Brinkman, to discuss their new book, White Boy Black Girl. As an interracial couple, Chad and Adaeze discovered that they each carried their own unique baggage into their relationship and had to make the decision to fight through the awkward and uncomfortable moments, even when they wanted to run in the opp…

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Recovering from Purity Culture | Interview with Dr. Camden Morgante 34:27

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Once upon a time, purity culture promised young Christian girls that all they had to do was save themselves for marriage and their lives would be happily ever after. However, decades later the fairytale of purity culture has turned into a nightmare of consequences for millennial and Gen X Christian women carrying the abuse and pain from a man-made …

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When You Don't Know What to Pray | Interview with Rachel Wojo 32:04

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Do you struggle with what to pray? You aren't alone if you've called out to God in life's desperate moments and wondered if He's listening. My friend, God hears your prayers, even the most desperate ones. Join Barb and author Rachel Wojo for a conversation about uncovering the powerful secrets of desperate prayers. As she has lived through the loss…

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The Morning After Your Life Falls Apart | Interview with Dawn M. Sanders 37:26

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How do we rebuild our lives after our hopes and dreams fall apart? Whether it's the loss of a job, a loved one, a relationship, or even our faith, when the sun comes up the next morning, how do we find our way? After several miscarriages and the sudden death of her husband, author Dawn Sanders opened her Bible and discovered buried treasure in Gene…

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Helping Teen Girls Overcome the Comparison Trap | Interview with Shannon Popkin and Lee Nienhuis 40:12

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Raising a girl in today's world to follow Jesus is possible! However, if you are a mother, grandmother, auntie, pastor's wife, or small group leader, you need a brand new set of tools to train your beautiful young women in today's culture. Join Barb and her friends Shannon Popkin and Lee Nienhuis, authors of Teen Comparison Girl, for a brand new co…

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How to Use the Power of Social Media for Good | Interview with Becky Robinson 38:54

1y ago38:54

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Social media can be the most amazing mission field if you know how to leverage it. Instead of being discouraged by its negativity and destructiveness, join Barb and social media expert Becky Robinson to learn how to make social media a tool for ministry. Becky shares 4 inspiring commitments that you can apply to your social media platform. As a res…

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Does God Hear Your Prayers? | Interview with Liz Ditty 39:36

1y ago39:36

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Let's jump in to a great conversation about prayer! Join Barb and her friend, author and spiritual director Liz Ditty, as they talk about her new 6-week Bible study, Hear My Prayer: Learning from the Faith of Elijah. In this episode, Liz helps us to ditch the perfectionism and truly be honest with God about the hurt and hardship we are facing. Whet…

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Letting God Pick You Up When Your Life Falls Apart | Interview with Tracie Miles 35:16

1y ago35:16

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Sometimes, our lives get shaken up. For many of us, we experience a devastating "lifequake". This is the term that bestselling author, Tracie Miles, created to describe those catastrophic life events that leave us shaken, stuck or questioning God's love for us. In this episode, Tracie and Barb talk about her new book God's Got You: Embracing New Be…

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Take a Rest from the Stress of Meal Planning | Interview with Kathi Lipp 38:44

1y ago38:44

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Does figuring out what to feed your family stress you out? Would you like to have the tools to plan ahead, save money and still enjoy a time of rest with your family one day a week? Join Barb and her longtime friend and treasured mentor, best-selling author Kathi Lipp, as they discuss her newest book Sabbath Soup: Weekly Menus and Rhythms to Make S…

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Finding Safety and Freedom from the Cycle of Abuse | Interview with Tricia Lott Williford and Jana Richardson 45:03

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Abuse can often happen gradually and discreetly, leaving victims wondering if what they are experiencing is truly an issue. Join Barb and special guests Tricia Lott Williford and Jana Richardson, as they share candidly about abuse, manipulation, freedom, and the path to safety. If you or someone you know is suffering from abuse, this is a crucial c…

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Special Rebroadcast: Trusting God in the Four Seasons of Life | Interview with Grace Wabuke Klein 27:33

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This powerful conversation aired back in February and you all loved it, so we are bringing it back for this special Labor Day episode! Join Barb and Grace Wabuke Klein, author of Flourish: Finding Purpose in the Unknown and Unexpected Seasons of Life, for a conversation on how to trust God's grace and goodness when we're not sure what's happening i…

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Stronger than Stress Series Part 4: 5 Tools to De-stressing Your Relationships | Interview with Lisa Allen 35:12

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Relationships are tough, even when two people truly love God and one another. In this week's conversation, join Barb and certified life coach Lisa Allen for a conversation on how to foster healthy relationships that celebrate differences and complement rather than complicating our lives. Tune in for the final part of our Stronger than Stress Series…

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Stronger than Stress Series Part 3: Breaking the Stress Cycle 31:34

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When we get stuck in daily cycles of stress it can feel like this is just the way that things will always be! But what if it was possible to stop the spiral and take practical steps towards breaking the seemingly neverending cycle of stress? Listen in to today's episode as Barb provides an easy framework for moving from a place of stress to a place…

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Stronger than Stress Series Part 2: "Get Off the Cross Honey, Somebody Needs the Wood" | Interview with Ashley Morgan Jackson 33:53

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Are you feeling worn down or burnt out? Many of us are carrying so many burdens and responsibilities that at times it feels like we will be crushed beneath the weight of them. Join us for this week's conversation as Barb speaks with author Ashley Morgan Jackson about burnout, grace, and accepting God's gift of rest in the tough seasons of waiting. …

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Stronger than Stress Series Part 1: "Too Stressed to Be Blessed" | Interview with Barb Roose and Tabitha Allman 35:53

1+ y ago35:53

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Are you stressed all of the time? Do you ever think about running away from your life because it's just too much? You aren't alone! Over 50% of people are highly stressed these days! The problem is that too many of us believe that we're stuck in our stress, but that isn't true! Join me for this new episode of Bold, Brave & Beautiful Podcast called …

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5 Things Christian Men Must Fight To Have Faith Part 2 | Interview with Isaac Witty 23:51

1+ y ago23:51

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When the men in our life are struggling, it is natural for us as women to long to help but just don't know what to do! Join us today for part 2 of Barb's conversation with comedian Isaac Witty as he shares his dramatic journey of faith from pastor's kid to successful comedian who hit rock bottom and found his way back to God. Last time, Isaac cover…

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5 Things Christian Men Must Fight To Have Faith Part 1 | Interview with Isaac Witty 23:51

1+ y ago23:51

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Most of us have men in our lives that we love and our deepest prayer is that those men love Jesus. What do you do when the Christian man in your life is struggling and you are not sure how to help? Join Barb for today's conversation with comedian Isaac Witty who has performed on some of America's biggest stages and listen to his dramatic journey of…

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Healing the Pain of Being Other | Interview with Prasanta Verma 33:11

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People of color often feel invisible and alienated, even traumatized, by the oppression and discrimination still prevalent in our American culture today. The result leads to not only internalized trauma but also a particular type of aloneness, which author Prasanta Verma defines as ethnic and racial loneliness. Join Barb as Prasanta discusses her n…

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Finding Strength in a Life You Didn't Sign Up For | Interview with Nicole Unice 30:35

1+ y ago30:35

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Does your life feel like it is the opposite of what you've been praying for? Perhaps you've wondered if God has mixed up your life with someone else's because you definitely didn't sign up for the drama that keeps coming your way. In this conversation, Barb and author Nicole Unice discuss Nicole's new book, Not What I Signed Up For, and how to find…

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Breaking Down the Barriers to Love Wholeheartedly Again Part 2 | Interview with Caleb and Stefanie Rouse 23:54

1+ y ago23:54

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Part 1 of this conversation was incredible, and part 2 is finally here! Last time we talked about just how messy love can be. Many of us have had our hearts broken whether by a spouse, family member or friend and found ourselves feeling like the rug was pulled right out from under us. However, in Christ we can find an indestructible foundation. In …

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Breaking Down the Barriers to Love Wholeheartedly Again Part 1 | Interview with Caleb and Stefanie Rouse 26:59

1+ y ago26:59

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Loving people can be so messy. We've all experienced pain or trauma that has caused us to put up barriers in our heart. Whether you were neglected by your parents, ghosted by a boyfriend, or you are estranged from a loved one, it's easy for us to give up hope of having good relationships with the people that we love. Join me and the authors of the …

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How To Be Fully Alive and Living Your True Purpose | Interview with Karrie Garcia 31:08

1+ y ago31:08

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Do you long to live free and fully alive in your God-given purpose? If you're wondering if it's too late or if you've been through too much to experience God's life-changing freedom, you'll be so inspired by this new episode of the Bold, Brave & Beautiful podcast with author and pastor, Karrie Garcia. After years of numbing her pain, struggling wit…

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Holy Care for Your Mental Health | Interview with Laura L. Smith 28:58

2y ago28:58

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Whether you're carrying emotional wounds from childhood trauma or suffering from anxiety and depression, panic attacks, or intrusive thoughts, you know this isn't what God wants for you. He lovingly knit you together and calls you to a life of abundance. So why do His joy and love feel so far away sometimes? Join Barb and author Laura L Smith, auth…

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Rebuilding Brokenness Into a Beautiful Life | Interview with Anh Lin 38:12

2y ago38:12

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Many of us long for lasting peace and stability whether we are healing from painful memories, grieving a recent loss, or simply trying to find a quiet path in a chaotic world. In this episode, interior stylist and popular Instagram influencer, Anh Lin, shares from her new book Forever Home. She was born in Vietnam in a dirt floor home and moved to …

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Trusting God in the Four Seasons of Life | Interview with Grace Wabuke Klein 29:40

2y ago29:40

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Today's conversation is an encouraging breath of fresh air to help you live well no matter if you feel like you're on top of the world or the world is on top of you. Join Barb and Grace Wabuke Klein, author of Flourish: Finding Purpose in the Unknown and Unexpected Seasons of Life, for a conversation on how to trust God's grace and goodness when we…

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Dreaming of Being Seen and Loved | Interview with Tasha Jun 34:23

2y ago34:23

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"I've always felt unfit as a Korean but somehow too Korean everywhere else." Tasha Jun has always been caught between worlds: American and Korean, faith and doubt, family devotion and fierce independence. As a Korean American and author of the new book, Tell Me the Dream Again, Tasha has wandered between seemingly opposing worlds, struggling to fin…

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A Surprising Conversation About Singleness | Interview with Danielle Treweek 34:42

2y ago34:42

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Singles often feel left out of church and the gospel, even though Jesus and the Apostle Paul were single. Even when churches preach the significance of singleness from the platform, singles often feel alone and left out in the culture of the church which seems to be built similar to Noah's Ark, that everyone is in sets of two. In her new book, Dr. …