Best Truthtalk Podcasts (2025)

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Christmas Isn't An Aesthetic: How to Simplify Around What Matters with Amy Lowe 24:37

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8d ago24:37

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With Christmas just one week away, consider this episode your invitation to pause, exhale, and remind yourself of what truly deserves your attention and affection this time of year. Amy Lowe, a fellow wife, mom, and follower of Christ, is joining us to talk about how to ditch the unrealistic expectations of the season, let go of pressure and aesthe…

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The Pep Talk Every Mom Needs from Mother of 10, Abbie Halberstadt 43:23

1M ago43:23

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You're in for a treat with today's episode! Mother of 10, Abbie Halberstadt, is on the podcast to kick the cultural narrative of motherhood "not being "worth it because it's hard" to the curb and replacing it with lasting gospel hope. We talk about how to still show up when you're weary, seeing fruit in our children's faith (and ours) in the mundan…

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Calling All Christian Leaders: Don't Miss The Point! with Peter Greer and Jill Heisey 33:05

2M ago33:05

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When I tell you this is a book I couldn't put down, I mean it! Co-authors and friends, Peter Greer and Jill Heisey are joining me on the podcast to talk all about how Christian leaders lose their way and how to avoid it ourselves. No matter how you lead in your life, we talk practically and biblically about how to avoid temptations, distractions, a…

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How to Speak Life To Your Husband When All You Want To Do Is Yell At Him with Ann Wilson 43:40

2M ago43:40

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Ready for a radical shift in your marriage and discover the Christ-centered relationship you've always longed for? I don't think we've ever had a more honest episode, and that's thanks to Ann Wilson. She's a wife, mother, marriage coach, and author and we're talking all about how to speak life over your husband when the temptation is to nag and yel…

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Your Body Isn't A Problem To Fix... It's A God-Given Gift with Jordan Lee Dooley 35:07

2M ago35:07

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Tara's dear friend and the internet's big sister when it comes to Christ-centered health, wellness, and motherhood, Jordan Lee Dooley is gracing us with her presence on the podcast and we couldn't be more excited! Inspired by her latest project, Jordan is here to talk with Tara all about what it looks like to get back to God's good design for our b…

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What God Says About You with Hosanna Wong 39:46

2M ago39:46

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When a child feels left out, makes a mistake, or is called a name that hurts their heart, how can they know their true identity? Bestselling author, spoken-word artist, and sister in Christ, Hosanna Wong reveals that you aren’t defined by what you’ve done or what others think—you’re defined by what God says about you. This isn't just a conversation…

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Friendships That Go Beyond the Surface: Building Deep, Godly Community with Toni Collier 33:08

3M ago33:08

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Fiery and full of faith - that is my friend, Toni Collier. She's here to talk about building community when all you want to do is hide, how to accept God's gift of help from others when it feels like the hardest thing, finding friendships that go beyond the surface, healing from past hurts, and so much more. You'll laugh, cry, and say "Whoa, that's…

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Intimidated By The Bible? Listen to This! with Amanda Bible Williams 37:46

3M ago37:46

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The Bible is for you - it really is! If you've ever felt intimidated by Scripture, overwhelmed where to start, or stuck in stale patterns of approaching it, listen to this conversation with Amanda Williams - cofounder of She Reads Truth. She is a joy, a voice of wisdom, and inspiration to increase our love and knowledge of Jesus and His Word. Get y…

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The Body Image Conversation We All Need to Hear with Lisa Whittle 33:14

3M ago33:14

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You clicked on this episode because there's a part of you (a very human part of you) that aches for clarity on body image and what God says about our good design. If you've ever asked questions like, "How can I feel free from body image struggles?" or "What does God have to say about my body and soul?" then you're in the right place. Author, podcas…

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Teaching Our Kids To Be "Noticers" of God's Wonder All Around Us with Amanda Dykes 36:43

3M ago36:43

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As the seasons change, don't miss this encouraging, thoughtful, and informative episode with Amanda Dykes -- all about how to teach our littlest ones to be "wonder-spotters" and notice God through the big and small things around us. Amanda is a mom of multiple children, author, and follower of Christ, and is sharing so many tangible and biblically-…

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From Comfortable Faith to Bold Faith, Purpose in "Middle Moments" and More with Emma McDaniel 32:07

4M ago32:07

32:07

One of my dearest friends, Emma Mae McDaniel, is BACK on the podcast and I know this episode is going to bring a smile to your face and heart! We're celebrating Emma's new book and talking about how to follow God in the "middle" moments of life, what to do when we feel like "too much" for people, bold faith over comfortable faith, and so much more.…

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Finding Hope Again in Christ When You've Felt Let Down with Nicole Zasowski 30:39

4M ago30:39

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Marriage and family counselor, sister in Christ, and friend, Nicole Zasowski is back on the podcast today and we're going there! Inspired by Nicole's newest Bible study, she graciously joins us for a real, raw, compassionate and biblically rich conversation about how joy can feel like a risk - especially when we've felt let down before. How do we t…

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Book Club Week #4: Overbooked and Overwhelmed 30:02

4M ago30:02

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Here's the final week of book club! It's been such a joy to walk through this book with you in a special, sacred spot here on the podcast. In the final episode of the series, we're finishing up with chapters eight, nine, and ten: all about how to put Jesus first and feel revived in our spirit when we're tired and weary, living a more rhythmic (and …

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Book Club Week #3: Overbooked and Overwhelmed 23:15

4M ago23:15

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For our third week of book club, we're covering three chapters, all about: how anxiety and stress leads to overwhelm (and how to conquer that and live more like Mary in a Martha world), prioritizing God's presence when life is overwhelming and overstimulating, and not overcommitting our schedules to the point of missing Him. My new book, "⁠⁠Overboo…

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Book Club Week #2: Overbooked and Overwhelmed 17:08

4M ago17:08

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For our second week of book club, we're recapping last week as well as diving into the next chapters - three and four. We're talking about how what we crave and give our attention to affects our spiritual health and how to reorient our priorities. And to wrap up, we're touching on identity and remembrance. My new book, "⁠Overbooked and Overwhelmed:…

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Book Club Week #1: Overbooked and Overwhelmed (OUT NOW!) 20:41

5M ago20:41

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My new book, "Overbooked and Overwhelmed: How to Keep Up With God When You're Just Trying to Keep Up With Life" is out TODAY and to celebrate, we're kicking off a month-long podcast book club. Each week, we'll walk through a few chapters together, hear the raw stories of how this book came to be and reflect on what this means for our own lives. You…

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Love Your Life (Even When You Don’t Like It All The Time) with Rachel Awtrey 43:57

5M ago43:57

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Returning to the show is a truly JOYFILLED (no pun intended) guest - my real life friend, Rachel Awtrey. In this episode, we laugh and shed real tears together as we talk about what joy looks like despite our circumstances. We get real and talk about what to do when we don't really like our lives, but we know that God promises good things for us. H…

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Burning Out and Breaking Down as a Christian: My Confessional & Your Invitation To Something Fun! 23:47

5M ago23:47

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I have to confess something. I've broken down and burnt myself out more than I'm proud of. I've overbooked and overextended myself to the point where I've neglected my relationship with God. In today's episode, I'm sharing about those seasons and speaking to the one who feels exhausted, weary, and unsure how to keep up with God when they're just tr…

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Help! What To Do When The Bible Confuses and Overwhelms You with Zach Windahl 34:58

6M ago34:58

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Zach Windahl is a returning guest and friend, and I can't wait because he always is grounded in the truth in the most lighthearted and engaging way! Speaking of truth, he's here to talk about what to do with our confusion, overwhelm, or disinterest in the Bible. It's possible to go from feeling lost to actually confident in reading Scripture and Za…

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Good Fruit Takes Time: How CJLA Started, Body Contentment, and More with Carly Jean Brannon 40:28

6M ago40:28

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Sitting down with the one and only Carly Jean Brannon was a joy and you'll find such ease, encouragement, and inspiration from today's episode. Carly is a business owner, wife, mom, and follower of Jesus - just trying to figure it out like us too. She's sharing how she started her clothing business, how good fruit takes time in faith and life, cent…

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Laying Down Anxiety, Picking Up Peace with Kara Stout 41:31

7M ago41:31

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Whether you are stressed in the morning about the day ahead or desperate to calm your mind in the evening before bed, peace often feels elusive—and sometimes God does too. But even in the midst of life's uncertainties, God is ever present and ready to offer His comfort, if only you seek Him. Join me and my friend, Kara Stout, as we talk about our o…

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When God Grows Your Family: Helping Your Kids (And Spouse!) Navigate The Change of a Growing Family with Aubrey Coleman 31:07

7M ago31:07

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Growing your family is one of the most exciting endeavors, but it's also full of unknowns and worries. What will our current children think and react to the change? How can we as parents handle juggling more kids to care for and prioritize a godly marriage? Aubrey Coleman, mama of three and devoted to ministry (online and off) is here to talk us th…

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Make a "Bored Board" This Summer: How This Simple Practice Encourages More Present-Living 25:39

7M ago25:39

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Anyone else itching to create their summer bucket list? In today's episode, I'm sharing a spin on the traditional bucket list - introducing, a bored board. More than anything, I'm craving moments to exercise creativity, hospitality, and presence with God and His people, and I'm so excited for this board to help facilitate that. You'll learn how to …

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The Art of Naming Your Fears and Doing It Anyway in Faith with Mary Marantz 40:51

7M ago40:51

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"It's already been done before. I can't start until it's perfect. What if it's too late? What will people say?" If you've ever asked those questions, you're not alone. Today's guest, Mary Marantz, understands what it's like to be paralyzed by fear and people's opinions. In this conversation, we are dismantling the lies that the enemy uses to keep u…

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How We Can Prepare and Protect Our Children From The Digital Age with Jacob Valk 37:39

8M ago37:39

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I couldn't be more proud to have Jacob Valk, co-founder of Into the Light Ministries, return to the show. Today, we're diving into the sometimes tender, but always important conversation about raising children of integrity and how to prepare them to stand against the dangers online. If you've ever wondered how to go about these often uncomfortable …

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For the Moms Who Carry So Much: An Invitation to Rest with Becky Thompson 43:02

8M ago43:02

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Today's episode is in honor of mamas everywhere. The ones who hold so much and are desperate for real, true, soul rest, but are not sure how to get it when so much depends on them. Becky Thompson is here on the podcast to help us connect the dots between mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical rest, what the Bible says about sitting in God's pre…

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Delighting in God When Life Isn't What You Expected with Elle Cardel 38:46

8M ago38:46

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After seeing her baby girl undergo back to back heart surgeries, Elle Cardel knows the struggle of delighting in God and His Word when life is not what we expected. We all find ourselves bombarded by busy schedules, overwhelmed with unexpected grief, carrying financial burdens, feeling an emptiness in our hearts and souls, and more. How do we love …

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I'm Launching a Jewelry Line: Here's What You Need To Know! 12:12

8M ago12:12

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After months of design, Zoom calls, and prayer, I'm giddy to announce that I'm launching a faith-based jewelry line, starting with the Everyday Cross that will be launching on Friday, April 25th (set your alarms)! Tune into this episode to hear how this came to be, what the process was like, how to get your own cross, and so much more. Save this li…

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When You're Spiraling: A Biblical Roadmap to Peace with Levi Lusko 34:53

8M ago34:53

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Levi Lusko knows what it's like to spiral, and he knows how disorienting transition and change can be to a person - emotionally, physically, spiritually, and mentally. After a mid-life crisis that started a cycle of questioning his purpose, peace, and future, Levi realized that he was actually in a perfect position for God to lead him into greater …

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Pressing Into Community When It's Easier to Walk Away with Hunter Beless 37:05

9M ago37:05

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It starts with grace, and ends with grace. Amen? I've been dying to get Hunter Beless on the podcast and today's the day. We're digging into the sometimes ambiguous term, "God's grace", how discipleship and mentorship is not as intimidating as it sounds, and much more. In a world where social media reigns supreme and its easier to live behind our p…

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Declutter Your Home AND Heart with Julia Ubbenga 29:01

9M ago29:01

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How can we stop letting clutter, clamor, and things steal our joy? Julia Ubbenga has been a minimalist for years and she's here to not only debunk the lies about living minimally, but also to encourage us in the life-giving practice of decluttering our hearts to live a life rich in what matters. You'll walk away with Scripture brought to life in a …

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Give Yourself Grace: Trusting God To Come Through For You 17:34

9M ago17:34

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Back behind the microphone after having our second baby and here to share what's on my heart: giving yourself grace and falling into the arms of Grace Himself. It's been a wonderful whirlwind adjusting as a family of four and I'd be lying if I said it wasn't overwhelming at times. So, if you're feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders, exh…

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A Guide to Lent for the Christian Woman 32:32

10M ago32:32

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This episode is for the girl who wants to pursue this Lent season with intentionality, not legalism, and devotion to God, not distraction. We're diving into what Lent is, it's history, some practical suggestions for how and what to fast, and so much more. If you're tired, overwhelmed, hopeful, or happy, this podcast will ignite a desire in you to i…

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Calling All Control Freaks + A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! 30:57

10M ago30:57

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I'm in SHOCK that it's been three years since my book baby, "Surrender Your Story" launched into the world. Today, I'm sitting down behind the mic and sharing candidly and honestly about where I've struggled with surrender, but also where I've found victory in surrender. If you're struggling to trust God, feel like your expectations are left unmet,…

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Humility: The Solution to Anxiety, Fear, and Weakness with Dr. Joel Muddamalle 36:13

10M ago36:13

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After bonding over coffee as speakers at She Speaks 2024, I knew I had to have Dr. Joel Muddamalle on the podcast! Not only is he an incredible writer, bible teacher, and speaker, but he's a gentle and loving friend and you'll hear that in today's episode. We're talking all about humility, and how often our greatest thorns teach us the greatest thi…

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Women In Ministry, Feeling Unqualified, Pride Vs. Purpose and More with Cassandra Speer 29:32

10M ago29:32

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Are you ready to make moves for God and His kingdom, and yet you feel unqualified, uncertain, or unequipped for the task? Perhaps you feel uneducated or unsure about the timing or how God has gifted you. We get it. Good friend, Cassandra Speer, is back on the podcast to talk about how we are ready as we are, because God equips us. We don't hold bac…

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Stop Living In Auto Pilot and Start Loving God's Life For You with Ann Voskamp 48:15

11M ago48:15

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What if you were made for more than just "getting through life"? What if you could passionately live the fullest life? The good news is that these aren't just "what-if" questions - these are real realities when we experience the love of God in its fullness. The incomparable Ann Voskamp is back on the podcast to share how she's been loved back to li…

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My Unfiltered Testimony 26:11

11M ago26:11

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It's been a HOT minute since I shared my testimony on the podcast, so here it is! In raw and honest fashion, you'll hear the joys, the ups, the downs, the failures, the mistakes, and the moments that I almost gave up on God in this episode. I'm sharing how I started this podcast, got into ministry, and so much more in hopes that you see someone who…

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It's My 26th Birthday! | Lessons I've Learned Along The Way 41:55

11M ago41:55

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In honor of my 26th birthday in a few days, I'm sharing 25 lessons I've learned in the last year! You'll walk away with random tidbits, practicals, and life lessons straight from Scripture. Thanks for being here, friend. YOU are a gift. -- OUR SPONSOR: Go to https://www.thrivemarket.com/truthtalks for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift!…

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The Secret To Unplugging and The Gift of Being Present with Hannah Brencher 33:49

11M ago33:49

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The gift of unplugging is reclaiming your joy, presence, and peace. Hannah Brencher (and myself!) know what it feels like to be torn apart, distracted, overwhelmed, and overstimulated, and how often that starts with our phones and our connectivity. This conversation is full of hope for you, doable baby steps to unplug in the ways that work best for…

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For the Working Mom: My Best Tips for Working While Prioritizing Family 37:49

11M ago37:49

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Where are my working moms at? I'm not gonna lie... this is a tricky tension. As mothers, we deal with guilt, pressure, comparison, and exhaustion on the regular, and that only intensifies when we work (whether from home or outside of the home). That's why I wanted to share some life-giving practical tips that I implement in my own life. My prayer i…

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Is It Time to Move On? with Lauren Vanderlinden 37:13

12M ago37:13

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How do we know when it's time to move on from that relationship, friendship, or situationship? How do we know if we've been living in a pattern of bitterness? How can we walk in forgiveness? Lauren Vanderlinden is a sweet online friend, and someone whose path I have miraculously connected with (you'll hear our small-world meeting story). She's the …

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You Can Grow with God in the New Year: Here's How! 24:42

12M ago24:42

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Because it was just THAT good last year, we're replaying and resharing an episode all about entering a new year. In this episode, you'll learn a non-overwhelming, grace-filled way to approach the New Year and live with rhythm and resolution. How can we look back at this last year, learn from it, and move forward with God in a new one? How can we ma…

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Become The "Gospel Mom" You Long to Be with Risen Motherhood 38:58

1y ago38:58

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"Gospel mom" is a title we all want as mothers, right? But sometimes that can be easier said than done. Emily Jensen, author, wife, mother, and co-founder of Risen Motherhood, is gracing us with her presence AGAIN, but this time, we're talking about how to center our motherhood on the gospel, and not the culture around us. We answer questions like,…

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A Few Of My Favorite Things: Christmas Edition 37:21

1y ago37:21

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Giving you a sneak peek into what I've been LOVING lately - everything from a simmer pot and chocolate chip cookie recipe to what God has been teaching me this Advent season. You're in for a treat! This episode is full of amusing practicals, favorite products, and spiritual truths. Join me for the last episode of this Christmas miniseries and make …

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How to Make the Most Of Advent With Your Family This Year 35:18

1y ago35:18

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We're a few days into Advent, but you're not too late! Jess Wolstenholm, VP of Education and Research for Minno (our family's favorite Christian streaming service for kids), is pouring wisdom into this Advent season - how to simplify Advent, intentional practices to try, and how to explain the deeper meaning of Christmas to littles. This conversati…

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Overwhelmed by Christmas: Let's Talk About Treasuring Christ Over Things 28:55

1y ago28:55

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Is it possible to enjoy the glitz, glamour, fun, and gifts of Christmas without being CONSUMED by them? It's the first day of the 3-part Christmas series here on the podcast, and I'm so excited to kick it off with a solo conversation about how to not be overwhelmed by the gift guides, budgets, you name it - and instead, behold Jesus. I'm talking to…

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Fighting For Thankfulness When It Seems Impossible 26:48

1y ago26:48

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Thankfulness is often a FIGHT. Time to put our boxing gloves on and step into the ring with the enemy. In honor of Thanksgiving right around the corner, join me for a solo episode all about how to fight for thankfulness when gratitude feels impossible. We're talking about how gratitude and grief can coexist, scriptural thankfulness (basing it off o…

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Start Creating a Lasting Legacy Today with Sally Clarkson 34:25

1y ago34:25

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This episode feels like a warm cup of tea! Sally Clarkson, the sweet mother-figure/mentor we all need, is on the show to give us her hard-won advice from walking with Jesus and living a well-lived life. From her lessons in Oxford, England, you'll walk away with encouragement on how to leave a lasting legacy, loving people like Jesus, how to become …

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Set Your Eyes Higher When The World Drags You Lower with Whitney Lowe 36:27

1y ago36:27

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What does it *practically* mean to set our eyes higher? We're told as Christians to look to Christ, but how can we do that in a world constantly bombarded with social media, headlines, negative press, and distractions? My friend (and returning guest, whohoo!) Whitney Lowe is here to talk about how to disrupt our scrolls with Jesus' truth, biblical …