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Join two Southern women as they share their stories of faith building moments to bring you a message of hope for every season of life. With a deep love for all things old, historic, and Southern—especially the charming town of Natchez, Mississippi—they offer encouragement from a uniquely Southern perspective. They invite you to grab a glass of sweet tea or a cup of coffee (served in your grandmother's china, of course) and tune into The Punch Bowl Diaries.
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Send us a message! Click here! In this episode, the ladies had the honor of doing a live podcast recording in The Queens Room at Stanton Hall in Natchez, MS during the Pilgrimage Garden Club's 2026 Spring Pilgrimage with distinguished international interior designer, Holly Holden. Holly is known for creating timeless, traditional interiors for over 35 years and she is the Emmy-nominated host of the PBS series You Are Cordially Invited. It was a fabulous conversation about the secrets to lovel...
Send us a message! Click here! In this episode, Leigh shares Romans 4:20–21 and how she prayed over it on her drive home from Natchez, MS Romans 4:20 ESV “No unbelief made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, fully convinced that God was able to do what he had promised.” Ask him again. Don’t stop praying. Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlDiaries_Podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PunchBowlDiaries-jb7...
Send us a message! Click here! There is hope to the one who seeks him. Lamentations: 3:26-30 Waiting on God has such purpose. Is it fun? Absolutely NOT! It’s in the waiting where he refines us for what he is preparing for us. He is our portion, Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlDiaries_Podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PunchBowlDiaries-jb7dq Email Us: punchbowldiaries@gmail.com Don't forget to subscribe to get notified when our new episodes drop ever...
Send us a message! Click here! In this VOTD short, I (Leigh) am going over Psalm 104:27-28. So much goodness and HOPE in this verse! If this episode helped you today, please share it on social media and share it with a friend. Psalm 104:27–28 (ESV) “These all look to you, to give them their food in due season. When you give it to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are filled with good things.” The Lord longs to spend time with us. Spend some time today thanking hi...
Send us a message! Click here! In this shorty episode, Leigh shares about seasons of hardship and how they are often refining seasons. Just like silver is purified in intense heat, God sometimes allows trials to shape our character, strengthen our faith, and draw us closer to Him. Share this with a friend if it helped you today. Psalm 66:10–12 (ESV) 10 For you, O God, have tested us; you have tried us as silver is tried. 11 You brought us into the net; you laid a crushing burden on o...
Send us a message! Click here! In this episode, the girls sit down with Marlo Veillon to catch up with her since she last visited the Punch Bowl a year ago. Safe to say that her life looks totally different than it did then as the Lord has taken her on an amazing heart transformation journey. This episode is sure to build your faith and fill you with hope! If you loved this episode, please share it with a friend. Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlDiaries_Podcast Watch on YouTube...
Send us a message! Click here! April's Verse of the Day: Psalm 18:30-36 "HE makes my feet like the feet of a deer." He provides a broad path for my feet, so that my ankles do not give way. This tells me so much! He knows I need balance, strength, agility because I’m facing a lot of things trying to get me off course, out of balance. He doesn’t want me to slip, fall, snap or twist my ankle. My Father SUSTAINS me, HE holds me steady. What a protective Father we have. ...
Send us a message! Click here! In this episode, Leigh is back to share all the great lessons tucked inside of Exodus 14:21-22 as the Israelites are faced with an impossible situation of crossing the Red Sea without any earthly options available. Y'all, it's a good one! Miracles happen when we step out in obedience. Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlDiaries_Podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PunchBowlDiaries-jb7dq Email Us: punchbowldiaries@gmail.com Don't f...
Send us a message! Click here! Oh this episode, we catch up with a favorite past guest, Caitlin Hebert. She shares the journey her family is walking as they downsize their home and their life to make room for the new season God is leading them into. What started as a quiet nudge from the Lord became an invitation to trust Him more deeply, release what was comfortable, and step forward in obedience even when the full picture wasn’t clear. If you’ve ever felt God stirring your heart toward chan...
Send us a message! Click here! I (Leigh) should be doing my mile long to-do list but lets get into a VOTD of Psalm 37:5 "Commit your way to the Lord, trust in him and he will act." This is such a comforting verse reminding us to shift our eyes to him and off our circumstances. If you liked this episode, please share it with a friend. Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlDiaries_Podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PunchBowlDiaries-jb7dq Email Us: punchbowldiaries@gmai...
Send us a message! Click here! We are launching a new "shorty" series where April and I will be recording real-time as we're reading our bibles and something jumps out to us. Today we're talking about Job 23:10 and Job 23:13-14 as Job is processing his suffering season. Check it out and share it with a friend if this speaks to your heart. Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlDiaries_Podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PunchBowlDiaries-jb7dq Email Us: punchbowldiaries...
Send us a message! Click here! This episode is extra special. 💛 We’re sharing one of our favorite worship songs, “More Than Able” by Elevation Worship, and opening up about the seasons where we’ve had to stand on God’s promises — even when the waiting felt long, uncertain, and stretching. Waiting seasons can feel quiet, heavy and lonely. But they are never wasted. In this episode, we talk about what it looks like to trust that God is not just able, He is faithful. We share personal stories of...
Send us a message! Click here! Kelley Miglicco shares her beautiful testimony of profound loss, God-led restoration, and the perseverance it takes to keep trusting when the road feels impossibly heavy. Kelley also shares how her boutique, CHIC in Baton Rouge, is deeply intertwined with her healing journey and how she now uses that business as part of her ministry. Her story is a powerful reminder that when our strength runs out, the Lord’s never does. If you’re in a season of waiting, rebuild...
Send us a message! Click here! In this episode of The Punch Bowl Diaries season 4 opener, we're sharing some big news, bigger blessings and all the fun things we've been up to since we last recorded. Also, SURPRISE, you can now watch your favorite podcast, The Punch Bowl Diaries on YouTube. If you’re looking for a Christian podcast for women, encouragement for your faith walk, real-life conversations grounded in biblical truth, and reminders of God’s faithfulness in everyday moments, th...
Send us a message! Click here! When God leaves His fingerprints, you can’t help but pause and look closer. The ladies wrapped up Season 3 by sharing what He’s been speaking to their hearts lately—and wow, has He been moving. They also spilled some exciting updates ahead of Season 4 when they return in January. Until then, their prayer is that Season 3 continues to encourage you to stay expectant. God is not finished with you and the best is yet to come! Follow us on Instagram at @...
Send us a message! Click here! This week, the ladies interviewed Lydia Matthews of Esther Clothing Brand, as she shared the incredible story of how the Lord called her to open her business. It's an inspiring story of faith and full of loving prompts from the Father throughout the journey. https://esther-clothing.com/ Social: esther_clothingbrand Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlDiaries_Podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PunchBowlDiaries-jb7dq Email Us: punchbo...
Send us a message! Click here! This week, the ladies interviewed author Erica Gwynn about her brand-new book, That’s Just Not True. In this powerful and honest conversation, Erica shares how she uncovered the subtle lies women often believe about their worth, their calling, and their faith—and how God’s truth offers the freedom we’ve been searching for all along. The ladies dive deep into what it means to recognize deception, renew your mind with Scripture, and walk confidently in who God say...
Send us a message! Click here! This week, the ladies interviewed Carrie LeBlanc, who opened up about her 30-year battle with alcohol addiction and the incredible story of how the Lord restored her life—beginning with her health. Carrie shares the raw, real moments that led her to rock bottom and the grace-filled journey that brought her back to freedom. Her story is one of redemption, healing, and hope for anyone who feels stuck in the cycle of addiction. Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlD...
Send us a message! Click here! This week, the ladies are wrapping up their powerful book club series on If You Will Ask by Oswald Chambers. It’s been an incredible journey unpacking the wisdom within these pages and sharing the many ways the Lord has spoken to their hearts along the way. Tune in for the final discussion—you won’t want to miss the insights, laughter, and moments of revelation that bring this series to a beautiful close. Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlDiaries_Podcast ...
Send us a message! Click here! In this episode, the ladies are talking about living the days of the prayers they once prayed. They also reflect on how to draw prayer circles around things you're still waiting to see come to pass by taking hope from prayers that have already been answered. It's a great episode sure to build your faith and bring a smile to you face! Follow us on Instagram at @PunchBowlDiaries_Podcast Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PunchBowlDiaries-jb7dq ...
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