No Matter What with Hanna Seymour

Bible teacher and author Jen Wilkin joins Hanna Seymour for a clarifying, freeing conversation about why Scripture matters—and how it actually changes us over time.Known for her passion for biblical fluency, Jen challenges much of what modern Christians assume about Bible reading, including the pressure-filled expectations of “quiet time culture.” With honesty, wisdom, and humor, she reframes spiritual disciplines not as short-term emotional fixes, but as long-term practices that shape our love for God, deepen our understanding of His character, and form us into faithful disciples.Together, Hanna and Jen unpack why so many believers feel shame around Bible reading, how devotional shortcuts have unintentionally weakened biblical literacy, and why repetitive, whole-book reading is one of the most overlooked and transformative practices available to us. They also explore how Scripture was meant to be received—not just individually, but communally—and why true growth requires patience, humility, and time.If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or unsure how to engage the Bible in a way that fits your real life, this conversation will give you clarity and a renewed vision for God’s Word.In This Episode:• Why Bible reading is about transformation, not self-help• The problem with modern “quiet time” culture• How shame keeps believers from Scripture• Bible literacy vs. Bible fluency• Why repetitive reading builds real understanding• How Scripture was meant to be learned in community• Where to start if you feel overwhelmed or behindChapters00:00:00 Welcome & Episode Introduction00:03:00 Jen’s Story & Season of Life00:06:50 Why Scripture Matters00:08:45 Bible as Revelation, Not Self-Help00:10:50 Shame and Bible Reading00:14:50 The Problem with Quiet Time Culture00:17:10 Discipline, Desire, and Long-Term Growth00:20:00 What Real Bible Engagement Looks Like00:23:00 Repetitive Reading Explained00:25:45 Where to Start Reading Scripture00:27:40 Old Testament & Bible Fluency00:30:05 Scripture Interpretation Layers00:33:10 Women, Theology, and Learning Tools00:35:00 The Role of Bible Studies & Teachers00:37:50 Final Encouragement & ClosingKey Quotes“Change doesn’t begin with wanting to change—it begins with seeing God as He truly is.”“We’ve confused short-term spiritual feelings with long-term spiritual formation.”“A text can never mean something to you that it never meant to the original hearers.”“The goal isn’t Bible literacy—it’s Bible fluency.”📚 Connect with Jen📖 Jen's books and studies → https://www.jenwilkin.net/books-and-studies📸 Instagram: @jenwilkin💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaeseymourPre-order Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Biblereading #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Biblestudy #Spiritualhabits #JenWilkin #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

Author and speaker, Alexandra Hoover joins Hanna Seymour for a powerful, honest conversation about offense, forgiveness, and freedom—and why so many of us are unknowingly living bound by past wounds.Drawing from her book You Can Let Go, Alexandra helps us identify the subtle signs of a heart carrying offense: insecurity, comparison, bitterness, jealousy, rejection, and a critical spirit. Together, Hanna and Alexandra unpack what Scripture actually teaches about offense—not as a feeling, but as a trap that keeps us from experiencing the abundant life Jesus offers.This episode doesn’t minimize pain. Instead, it makes a crucial distinction between hurt and offense, showing how healing requires surrender, honesty, and God’s power—not willpower alone. If you’ve ever felt stuck replaying conversations, struggling to forgive, or wondering why peace feels out of reach, this conversation offers clarity, hope, and a path forward.If you’re ready to stop carrying what God never asked you to hold, this episode is for you.In This Episode:• The difference between hurt and offense• Signs you may be living offended without realizing it• Why offense is a spiritual snare• What Jesus teaches about forgiveness and freedom• How healing becomes part of your testimony• Why letting go isn’t just for you—it impacts othersChapters00:00:00 Welcome + Episode Introduction00:02:00 Unexpected Joy & Everyday Delight00:05:30 Alexandra’s Story Behind You Can Let Go00:08:45 What It Really Means to Live Offended00:11:45 Symptoms of a Heart Holding Offense00:14:10 Offense as a Spiritual Snare (Matthew 18)00:17:40 Hurt vs. Offense: A Crucial Distinction00:20:40 Why Forgiveness Is a Process00:24:30 Healing, Prayer, and Releasing Control00:27:00 Letting Go as a Testimony00:29:30 “No Matter What” Encouragement00:30:15 Closing Prayer00:31:40 Book Mentions + Final ThoughtsKey Quotes“Offense is not something that happens to you—it’s something you pick up.”“To live offended is to live imprisoned by pain Jesus already paid to free you from.”“You can follow Jesus and still miss the abundant life He came to give.”“Healing isn’t just for you—it becomes a window of hope for others.”📚 Connect with Alexandra📖 You Can Let Go → https://a.co/d/60iY6R6📸 Instagram: @alexandravhoover💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaeseymourPre-order Everyday Spiritual Habits -> https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Healing #NoMatterWhatPodcast #youcanletgo #lettinggo #AlexandraHoover #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour welcomes speaker, author, and advocate Toni Collier for a raw conversation about suffering, community, addiction, and the sustaining presence of God. Drawing from Toni’s story—including childhood trauma, abuse, divorce, public betrayal, and recovery—this episode explores what it truly looks like to trust God and walk with Him no matter what.Together, Hanna and Toni unpack why pain often drives us toward numbing instead of healing, how isolation and shame keep us stuck, and why God designed us with a visceral need for friendship and community. Toni shares how intentional, confessional relationships quite literally carried her through the hardest seasons of her life—and how refusing to suffer alone became a turning point in her healing.If you’ve ever felt alone, overwhelmed by pain, tempted to numb instead of feel, or unsure who you’d call if everything fell apart—this conversation offers hope, honesty, and a reminder that God’s presence, and God’s people, are enough.In This Episode:• Toni’s “made for the trenches” story and what suffering has taught her• Why numbing pain short-circuits healing• Addiction, recovery, and choosing connection over coping• The spiritual and emotional necessity of friendship• How to build community before crisis hits• Why isolation is the enemy’s strategy• What it means to trust God’s presence no matter whatChapters00:00:00 New Year Welcome and Episode Setup00:03:30 Introducing Toni Collier00:08:00 The Meaning of “No Matter What”00:10:00 Toni’s Story and Life in the Trenches00:14:30 Anger, Pain, and God’s Presence00:18:00 Addiction, Numbing, and Healing00:24:00 The Power of Not Doing It Alone00:27:30 Building Confessional Community00:33:00 Friendship, Dating Friends, and Vulnerability00:38:00 God’s Presence in the Midst of Crisis00:41:00 Toni's 'No Matter What' Statement00:42:00 Prayer and Closing Encouragement📚 Connect with Toni📖 Don't Try This Alone → https://a.co/d/hTAhlx2Toni's merch line: https://www.shopetch.co/collections/toni-collier?srsltid=AfmBOooa8cVwN-RaFC08WLvdAfD19Uw_eUoVss1-MollcKyHb0tAK1Fi📸 Instagram: @tonijcollier Broken Crayons Still Color Instagram: @brkncrayonsToni Collier on The Deep End with Lecrae: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-divorce-story-toni-collier-never-planned-to-tell/id1731885106?i=1000738780103 💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Healing #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Brokencrayonsstillcolor #Dontrythisalone #ToniCollier #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna invites listeners into a grace-filled conversation about habit formation, spiritual growth, and why small beginnings matter more than big intentions. As a new year approaches, Hanna challenges the familiar “go big or go home” mindset and offers a better way forward—one rooted in identity, consistency, and dependence on God.Drawing from both Scripture and the science of habit formation, Hanna reframes spiritual disciplines as training, not trying harder. She shares personal stories, insights from her book Everyday Spiritual Habits, and practical examples that show how tiny, faithful habits can shape who we become over time. Rather than focusing on achievements or spiritual checklists, Hanna calls listeners to consider a deeper question: Who do you want to become?This episode is especially encouraging for anyone who feels tired before the new year even begins, struggles with consistency, or longs for sustainable spiritual growth that fits real life.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Faithful Living00:53 The Shift from Big Goals to Small Habits06:47 Understanding Habit Formation and Identity13:26 The Power of Micro Habits19:59 Encouragement for New BeginningsKey Topics• Why “go big or go home” goals often lead to burnout• The difference between trying harder and training differently• How habits shape identity and spiritual formation• Why small, daily “seed habits” lead to lasting change• What Scripture says about small beginnings• Practical examples of tiny habits for Bible reading and prayer• How to approach the new year with grace and faithfulness💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#NewYear #NoMatterWhatPodcast #NewYearNewMe #Healthyhabits #Spiritualhabits #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

In this special solo episode of No Matter What, Hanna steps into the Advent season with an honest, hope-filled reflection on waiting, prayer, and trusting God when answers feel delayed. Drawing from Luke 1 and the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, Hanna explores what it means to believe God hears us—even when His response doesn’t come how or when we expect. With warmth, Scripture, and personal insight from her book Everyday Spiritual Habits, Hanna reframes prayer not as persistence that wears God down, but as dependence that draws us closer to His presence. She invites listeners to consider how waiting itself becomes a tool God uses to deepen faith, cultivate trust, and anchor us in Him. If you’re weary from unanswered prayers, discouraged by long seasons of waiting, or wondering whether God truly hears you—this episode offers reassurance, clarity, and gentle encouragement rooted in the character of a faithful God. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:04 Understanding Advent and Waiting 03:47 The Story of Zechariah and Elizabeth 06:09 The Significance of Prayer and God's Timing 12:35 The Purpose of Waiting and Dependence on God 15:59 Conclusion Key Topics: • Why Advent is a season of waiting, trust, and hope • What Zechariah and Elizabeth teach us about unanswered prayer • How God hears prayers long after we stop praying them • Why prayer is about dependence, not determination • The purpose God has in seasons of waiting • How unanswered prayers can draw us deeper into God’s presence Enter the GoodReads giveaway: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/236775479-everyday-spiritual-habits 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #Advent #NoMatterWhatPodcast #waitingonGod #faithfulness #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

In this conversation, Hanna sits down with bestselling author and podcaster, Blake Guichet (also known as The Girl Named Blake). Blake opens up about her unexpected journey from driven, sharp-edged teenager to a woman shaped by surrender, motherhood, and a deep love for Jesus. Blake shares how God grabbed her heart during her freshman year of college and gently redirected her from “dabbling” in sin toward a life of abundance, healing, and freedom. She and Hanna unpack the pressure of “holy hustle,” why rest is actually sacred, and how God uses seasons of breaking to restore, renew, and strengthen us. You’ll also hear Blake talk about the early days of Confessions of a Crappy Christian, her massive leap from church communications to full-time creator, and what she has learned from leading bold, honest conversations online. If you need encouragement, honesty, and a reminder that God meets us in every messy season, this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Faith and Transformation 04:32 The Birth of a Podcast: Confessions of a Crappy Christian 07:15 Navigating Online Influence and Authenticity 09:54 The Impact of Viral Moments 12:50 Advice for Meaningful Conversations 15:37 Reflections on Regret and Growth 22:59 The Journey of Healing and Perspective 28:18 Navigating Online Reactions and Personal Growth 32:27 The Struggle with Hustle Culture 37:11 Finding Rest and Surrendering Control 43:01 Embracing Transformation and Trusting God Key Topics: -The importance of authenticity and vulnerability in public life. -The role of faith and personal transformation in Blake's journey. -Challenges and insights from podcasting and building an online presence. -The impact of hustle culture and the significance of rest and balance. -Encouragement for listeners to embrace their unique journeys and trust in their faith. Enter the GoodReads giveaway: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/236775479-everyday-spiritual-habits 📚 Connect with Blake 📖 Confessions of a Crappy Christian → https://a.co/d/c8idmcH The Speakeasy Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-speakeasy/id1440149171 📸 Instagram: @thegirlnamedblake 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #Blakeguichet #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Confessionsofacrappychristian #thegirlnamedblake #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

Author Erica Ligenza Gwynn joins Hanna for a refreshing, deeply needed conversation about the cultural lies women are believing—and the biblical truth that brings us freedom. Drawing from her new book, That’s Just Not True, Erica shares how subtle messaging around empowerment, self-sufficiency, and “you do you” theology can quietly shape our identity, overwhelm our hearts, and pull us away from dependence on Christ.Together, they unpack two of the most common mantras women absorb today: “She believed she could, so she did” and “I am enough.” With Scripture, practical examples, and honest storytelling, Hanna and Erica explore why these phrases sound good but leave us striving, depleted, or disconnected from God’s design.If you’ve ever felt pressure to be “limitless,” overwhelmed by expectations, or confused by well-packaged cultural wisdom—this conversation will bring clarity, comfort, and truth rooted in God’s Word.In This Episode:• How to identify lies the enemy disguises as empowerment• Why self-reliance leads to exhaustion• What Scripture actually says about sufficiency• Parenting, story, calling, and God’s authorship• The lies most women don’t realize they’ve believedChapters00:00:00 Introduction and Purpose00:01:30 Connection and Background00:03:00 Two Truths and a Lie Game00:05:00 Book Discussion: It's Just Not True00:10:00 Personal Experiences with Lies00:15:00 Faith and Truth in Everyday Life00:20:00 Practical Steps to Replace Lies00:25:00 Parenting and Personal Growth00:30:00 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsKey quotes“The enemy isn’t creative—he takes something good and twists it just enough that we no longer notice it’s not truth.”“There’s never going to be a point where we arrive at ‘enough.’ That’s the whole point of the gospel—Jesus was enough because we aren’t.”“Our world tells us we can do anything, but God invites us to discover the specific things He actually created us to do.” 📚 Connect with Erica 📖 That's Just Not True → https://a.co/d/2bwruUb 📸 Instagram: @ericaligenza 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #EricaLigenzaGwynn #NoMatterWhatPodcast #That'sjustnottrue #Lieswomenbelieve #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What if the people right in front of you are the ones God is inviting you to love most intentionally? In this episode, Hanna sits down with author Abby Kuykendall to talk about Christian hospitality as a spiritual discipline, why perfection kills connection, and how to create safe, meaningful spaces around your table. Abby unpacks themes from her new book, Let the Biscuits Burn, and explains how real hospitality starts with learning to be present—with yourself, with others, and with Jesus. Whether you're navigating the holidays, wanting better connection with neighbors, or longing to bring people into your life without overwhelm, this conversation will give you practical, low-lift hosting ideas you can use right away. If you’ve ever felt too busy, too tired, or too insecure to host, this episode will lift the pressure and give you tools to open your home—and your heart—no matter your season. In This Episode -Entertaining can often be a selfish act. -Biblical hospitality focuses on who God wants at the table. -Serving others should be the priority in hospitality. -The environment should foster intimate and vulnerable conversations. -The Holy Spirit's guidance is crucial in hospitality. -Cooking and decorating should reflect a desire to serve others. -Hospitality is about community and connection. -Creating an inviting space is essential for meaningful interactions. -It's important to shift focus from self to others in hospitality. -True hospitality is a reflection of one's faith and values. Chapters 00:00 — Intro 02:14 — Who Abby Is & Why Presence Matters 05:40 — Learning to Slow Down Enough to Notice Your Inner World 10:22 — How Emotional Awareness Shapes Spiritual Formation 14:55 — The Power of Naming What’s True 18:30 — What Happens in Our Bodies During Stress or Disconnection 22:48 — Practicing Attunement With Yourself First 27:05 — Soul Friendships & Showing Up for One Another 31:42 — Parenting: Connection Over Perfection 35:10 — Repair as a Daily Rhythm in All Relationships 38:00 — Bringing Jesus to the Table of Every Relationship 41:22 — How Slowing Down Makes Room for the Holy Spirit 45:18 — Practical Rhythms for Connection in Daily Life 48:30 — Final Encouragements & Closing Key Quotes "Entertaining is selfish because it is what you want." "It's not who I want at my table, it's who God wants." 📚 Connect with Abby 📖 Let The Biscuits Burn → https://a.co/d/8O9ZDAD 📸 Instagram: @abby.kuykendall 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #AbbyKuykendall #NoMatterWhatPodcast #LetTheBiscuitsBurn #BiblicalHospitality #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What if joy is still possible—even in the seasons you wouldn’t have chosen? Today, Hanna is joined by author and podcast host Rachel Awtrey for a warm, honest, hope-filled conversation about learning to love your life — even in seasons you didn’t choose and wouldn’t pick again. Rachel shares the surprising backstory behind her book Love Your Life (Even When You Don’t Like It All the Time) and how she began to practice joy in the middle of loneliness, constant transition as a military spouse, and the everyday grind of motherhood. Together, Hanna and Rachel talk about the small, ordinary things that bring them joy (like open windows, fall breezes, and instrumental jazz), and why those “little” things actually matter deeply in our spiritual formation. They unpack how joy is something we practice, not something we wait to feel; how paying attention to God’s goodness grows gratitude; and why celebration becomes a kind of spiritual discipline that prepares us for the harder days. Rachel also shares practical ways to invite joy into your home, friendships, rhythms, and thought life — especially when nothing feels ideal. If you’re craving more joy, more presence, and more delight in the life you’re actually living, this conversation will feel like a deep breath and a gentle nudge toward hope. 💡Topics discussed: -Joy can be found in the ordinary moments of life. -Celebration is a discipline that can transform our perspective. -Community is essential for unlocking joy and combating loneliness. -Invitation is a powerful tool for building friendships. -We often have more in common with others than we realize. -It's important to be open to unexpected friendships. -Hosting is about love, not impressing others. -Spiritual formation is more important than just gaining information. -We should focus on being present in our relationships. -God desires a personal relationship with us, not just a student-teacher dynamic. ⏰ Chapters 00:00 – Welcome & Episode Intro 01:12 – Meeting Rachel Awtrey 03:04 – The Story Behind “Love Your Life” 06:55 – When Joy Feels Hard to Find 10:31 – Practicing Joy in the Everyday Moments 14:18 – Motherhood, Loneliness & Honest Confession 18:42 – Why Celebration Is a Spiritual Discipline 22:57 – How Gratitude Shapes Our Perspective 27:40 – Small Rhythms That Grow Big Joy 31:28 – Friendship, Connection & Feeling Known 35:16 – Inviting God Into Ordinary Life 39:48 – What Rachel Is Loving in This Season 43:12 – Encouragement for Anyone Struggling Right Now 46:05 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Rachel ✨ Key Quotes "This isn’t a self-help book. It’s a self-plus-God-help book—because only the Lord can heal what our hacks and habits never will." - Rachel Awtrey "People are starving to be invited in. Most of us are just waiting for someone else to go first—so go first, even if it’s awkward or messy." - Rachel Awtrey "You’re not meant to be impressive; you’re meant to be available. Hospitality isn’t perfection—it’s letting people into your real life." - Rachel Awtrey 📚 Connect with Rachel 📖 Love Your Life → https://a.co/d/7hYp1kQ 🎙️ Real Talk with Rachel Awtrey Podcast 📸 Instagram: @rachel.awtrey 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #RachelAwtrey #NoMatterWhatPodcast #LoveYourLife #BiblicalHospitality #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

This is a really important conversation. Jessica Hottle joins me to talk about healing from childhood trauma, learning how to forgive, and ultimately finding freedom in Christ. In this episode, we discuss: Responding to and recovering from childhood trauma How to forgive those who have wronged you and why it matters The difference between forgiveness and reconciliation How to dismantle the lies that keep us from healing and wholeness How to see the truth of Romans 8:28 when we're looking at past trauma Scripture Mentioned: Ephesians 5 John 10:10 Psalm 145:17 Psalm 139 1 John 1 Resources Mentioned: More about Jessica  Follow Jessica on instagram Follow Living Free Living Healthy on instagram Boundaries by Henry Cloud  Try Softer by Aundi Kolber  Sponsors: Faithful Counseling – Professional mental health counseling from a Biblical perspective 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

Y'all are gonna love this girl. Ainsley Britain and her sassiness are in the house, talking about abusive relationships, how God has better for you, and how Jesus came to set us free.  In this episode, we discuss: How does one even find herself in an abusive relationship? How can we offer help and support to a friend in an abusive relationship? How the pathway to healing and freedom is a process that requires community How God is so much better and so much more powerful than we can ever understand Scripture Mentioned: James 5:14-15 Resources Mentioned: More about Ainsley Ainsley's coaching Ainsley's instagram Gary Thomas' Sacred Pathways

Songstress, Jillian Edwards, is here to talk about seasons of waiting, season of seeking clarity, and how there is blessing in the simple act of planting seeds. You will love this conversation and this woman--if you don't already! In this episode, we discuss:  Navigating the balance between faith and seeking clarity How seasons of waiting can be incredibly fruitful How our relationship with and definition of success should look different as followers of Christ How obedience, faithfulness, and success relate to each other Scripture mentioned: Phil 3:10 Isaiah 32:16-20 Psalm 84:11 Resources mentioned:  More about Jillian and her music! Jillian's latest album: Meadow The Dailys 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

If you only listen to one podcast episode in 2020, this should be it. Dr. Deb Gorton, author of Embracing Uncomfortable, shares her insight as a clinical psychologist with personal stories about how our drive for comfort is leading us away from our desired destination, and what you and I can do to start living differently. In this episode, we discuss:  How knowing your core identity gives you freedom to do so many other things How when we don't know who we are and what we value, we make the wrong short term decisions How when get locked into specific outcomes, it's hard to pivot when they don't match our reality How our drive for comfort leads us away from our desired destination Scripture mentioned: Colossians 1:16 - For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. (NIV) Resources mentioned:  Embracing Uncomfortable by Dr. Deb Gorton More about Dr. Deb Gorton 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

What should have been an exciting new chapter of life, began with the funerals of her dad and then mom. Morgan Coyner joins me in the studio today to talk about her "great terrible", grief, death, addiction, and how the kindness of God can be found in even the darkest corners. In this episode, we discuss: How vital community is during seasons of grief When you struggle to see the kindness of the Lord How you can't allow your sin and shame to stay in the darkness The importance of lamenting and having space to wrestle with your doubts, anger, and disappointment Scripture mentioned: John 14:18 Psalm 68:6 1 Peter 5:10 Resources mentioned: The Next Door TND video Morgan talks about You can buy this cute T-shirt and support The Next Door TND Hope Line: 855-TND-HOPE Sponors: Faithful Counseling - Professional mental health counseling from a Biblical perspective 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

If you need to be reminded that God is in the details of your life, that He is for you, and that He's always good, my friend Laura Cooksey is here to testify. We talk about career, family planning, infertility, adoption, you name it-- we covered it. And you are going to be so grateful for this woman's story and her heart. In this episode, we discuss: The process of learning to trust God when reality doesn't meet our expectations How to plan, prepare, and pivot when the Lord redirects your steps How even amidst loss and grief, we can have hope How practicing gratitude in all circumstances is life giving and transforming Scripture Mentioned:  Prov 16:9 Isaiah 55:8-9 2 Cor 4:17 Lam 3:21-24 Ephesians 3:16-21 Resources Mentioned: The Thoughtful Table Follow @thethoughfultable on instagram Follow @laurabcooksey on instagram to learn about her new music!  Episode Sponsors: 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide My theme song and ad music is by my amazing friend, Shaylee Simeone. Check her out.

You are going to love my new friend and songstress, Hope Darst. This conversation of identity and finding freedom, quickly became a theological discussion and I am here for it. Hope's story is going to challenge you and move you, and you're definitely going to want to listen to her album, Peace Be Still, after it's over. In this episode, we discuss: How do we become aware of the lies we are believing? What does it practically look like to die to self? How do we transform our mind, feelings, and behavior to do what God wants us to do? How the goodness of God is often most experienced amidst things that do not feel good How the story of Joseph can reframe our expectations of the Christian life Scripture mentioned: Rom 12:2 Psalm 91 Resources mentioned: Hope's debut album- Peace Be Still Episode Sponsors: Faithful Counseling - Professional mental health counseling from a Biblical perspective 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

Are you ready to have your faith built up? Because it's about to happen! I had the joy of sitting down with my friend, Rebecca Gray, to talk about 4 intense days that changed her life. She is here to testify of the Lord's goodness and you will only love Him more after listening to this. In this episode, we discuss: How we all have a choice of faith or fear How we can pray for miracles, we can pray for what we want, and also pray, "Thy Will Be Done" How surrounding yourself with God's Word, God's Spirit, and God's people is vital for walking through a hard season How fiery trials refine our faith Scripture mentioned: Joshua 1:9 Luke 22:42 Romans 8:28 Psalm 78:4 Resources mentioned: Beth Moore's Daniel 3 sermon The Blessing of a Skinned Knee Episode sponsors: Faithful Counseling 25 Days in Philippians

How do we navigate the tension, the rage, the disunity all around us? It's discouraging, disheartening, and disappointing. But it doesn't have to stay that way. Sarah Bauer Anderson, author of The Space Between: How Jesus Teaches Us to Live Together When Politics and Religion Pull Us Apart, joins me today to discuss how to be the people God created us to be in this cultural "No Matter What" season. In this episode, we discuss: How it is vital to remember the humanity of politicians and the people behind certain positions, and how to do that How to respond to the friend or family member who says, "You cannot be a Christian and vote for X, and I denounce you if you do." How to personally decide what issues are essential or hills to die on, and what aren't How to not just survive election day and following, but actually lean into the tension and grow as people How the "peace walls" in Northern Ireland were ineffective and what we can learn from that How Jesus teaches us to live together when politics pull us apart Scripture mentioned: Romans 12:18 Luke 19:1-10 Resources mentioned: Sarah's book: The Space Between Us  Episode sponsors: Faithful Counseling - Professional mental health counseling from a Biblical perspective Live True: 40 Days To Get Back to You by Christy Wright My theme song and ad music is by my amazing friend, Shaylee Simeone. Check her out.

If you've ever found yourself in a season of transition, fog, or wondered "Who am I now, Lord?" this conversation with Barbara Rainey will speak to you. Barbara is wise, gentle, and real. I was so encouraged by our time talking together-- and I know you will be too.  In this episode, we discuss: How can we know we are where God wants us and He is with us in it? How God doesn't do the same thing with everyone How can we learn and practice a rich and honest prayer life? What to do when you're disappointed with God What practical steps can we take to be who God created us to be when we don't really know who we are in a new season? How the fruit of spiritual maturity actually looks a lot different than we think it should Scripture Mentioned: Job 13:15 Hab 3:17-19 Resources Mentioned: More about Barbara: theraineys.org Barbara's book: My Heart, Ever His Barbara's Product line and blog: Ever Thine Home Barbara and Susan's Guide to the Empty Nest Crossway's Devotional Psalter My theme song and ad music is by my amazing friend, Shaylee Simeone. Check her out.

Meet my newest soul sister, or perhaps you already know and love her, Tara-Leigh Cobble. She's on a mission to find all the joy and she'd love for you to come along with her. In this episode, Tara-Leigh and I discuss about 100 things I'm passionate about, but especially how we have been created to know who God is, have fellowship with Him, and how we have unlimited access to Him through His very Word. In this episode, we discuss: How knowing the character of God can carry you through the hardest of seasons How to hold steadfast to who God says He is, instead of letting your circumstances define Him and your theology How reading the Bible chronologically can change your life 3 mistakes we often make when studying God's Word How to start reading the Bible on your own, but not alone Scripture mentioned: Psalm 16:11 Psalm 145:17 Resources mentioned: Matthew Henry's Commentaries D-Group The Bible Recap Podcast The Bible Recap Book Dr. Tom Constable's Notes Talk Through The Bible