Claim OwnershipCheer UP! Podcast
Subscribed: 5Played: 28
Subscribe
© 2025 Cheer UP! Podcast
Description
Welcome to The Cheer UP! Podcast – Your Journey to Joy Starts Here!
Hosted by Kara R. Hunt and Cheri Swalwell, this is where you'll find real hope, relentless encouragement, and the kind of joy that outlasts the storm.
“These things I have spoken unto you, that in Me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”
(John 16:33 KJV)
Life’s battles don’t disappear—but neither does Christ’s victory.
Whether you’re wrestling with anxiety, exhaustion, or just need a reminder that joy is your birthright, Kara and Cheri bring Scripture-soaked truth, laughter, and “me too” moments to every episode.
Tune in for:
Stories that prove cheerfulness is warfare against the enemy.
Battle-tested faith tactics for when life feels like a losing fight
Biblical takes on Scriptural truths (because overcomers need ammunition from the Word of God)
Uplifting stories that remind you joy is a choice
Practical faith for real-life challenges
Fresh perspectives on Scripture that make hope unavoidable
New episodes drop weekly. Arm yourself with joy.
206 Episodes
Reverse
Send us a text What does radical freedom really mean in a world full of unseen chains? Join us this week as we explore the powerful story of Onesimus from the book of Philemon and uncover how the Apostle Paul’s wisdom speaks directly to our modern struggles with mental, spiritual, and emotional captivity. Whether you’re wrestling with anxiety, past hurts, or simply feeling stuck, this episode offers biblical insights and practical hope for breaking free and stepping into the fullness of life ...
Send us a text Join us this week on the Cheer UP! Podcast as we dive into Acts 16:16-40, exploring how praise and worship can shatter the chains of captivity—not just spiritually, but mentally and emotionally. Discover biblical truths that bring liberation and renewed strength, and learn how to apply them to your daily walk. Whether you're facing internal struggles or seeking deeper freedom, this episode offers hope and practical encouragement. Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe on your favori...
Send us a text Join us this week on the Cheer UP! Podcast as we explore the powerful story of Mark 2:1-12, where Jesus offers both physical healing and spiritual freedom to a paralyzed man. Discover how this transformative moment speaks directly to the captivities we all face—whether mental, emotional, or spiritual. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by worry, doubt, or despair, this episode is an invitation to experience the liberating power of faith and community. New episodes drop every Sat...
Send us a text What does ancient Israel's journey out of Egypt have to do with your struggle with anxiety, fear, or emotional bondage? In this week's episode, we explore how God’s powerful deliverance in Exodus 1–15 offers a blueprint for breaking free from any form of captivity—whether spiritual, mental, or emotional. Let’s journey together from bondage to breakthrough, and discover how His truth can set you truly free. Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform to join us every Saturda...
Send us a text What does true freedom really mean? In this episode, we dive into God's Word to uncover the profound biblical meaning of freedom through John 8:36 and Galatians 5:1. Discover how Christ's liberation transforms our lives and empowers us to walk in genuine spiritual liberty. Join us for this encouraging discussion that will uplift your heart and strengthen your faith. Don't miss an episode! Subscribe to Cheer UP! Podcast on your favorite platform to receive new episodes every Sat...
Send us a text Come along as we explore the inspiring tale of Naaman, the powerful Syrian commander whose life was transformed by a simple act of faith. Despite his initial pride and frustration, he learned that healing and blessing often come through humble obedience—not always in the way we expect. This episode delves into how we can muster faith for ourselves in our own struggles, doubts, and challenges. It's a gentle reminder that God's ways are higher, and stepping into His plan, even w...
Send us a text What happens when your faith isn't for you, but for someone who can't find it for themselves? This week, we're diving into the powerful story of the paralytic man whose dedicated friends carried him to Jesus—literally tearing through a roof to get him to the feet of the Savior. Their bold act of intercession led to a miracle of both physical healing and profound spiritual forgiveness. This episode explores how we can "carry the mat" for those in our lives who are feeling spirit...
Send us a text Have you ever wondered if you were made for more? In this inspiring episode, we journey into the captivating story of Queen Esther—a young woman who discovered her faith was the key to her divine purpose. Facing unimaginable pressure and risk, she had to choose between her safety and her calling. We'll unpack how her courage wasn't born from fearlessness, but from a deep trust in a sovereign God who orchestrates our steps. Her story isn't just ancient history; it's a powerful ...
Send us a text Step back into a world that had forgotten its Creator, and meet a man who stood alone in his faithfulness. In this uplifting episode of the Cheer UP! Podcast, we dive deep into the incredible story of Noah—a man who built an ark on dry land because he believed every single word God said. We'll explore what it truly means to walk with God, even when His instructions don't seem to make sense to the world around us. Noah's story isn't just about a boat and animals; it's a powerful...
Send us a text What does it truly mean to walk by faith and not by sight? In this episode of Cheer UP! we begin an inspiring series on Biblical faith—what it is, how it works, and why it changes everything. Over the next few weeks, we’ll explore unforgettable stories of faith in action: from Noah building the ark, to Esther risking her life, to the paralytic man lowered through the roof, and Naaman dipping in the river. Each narrative shines a light on trust, obedience, and the miraculous pow...
Send us a text We all face giants—fear, doubt, adversity—that seem too big to overcome. This week on Cheer UP!, we draw strength from one of the Bible’s most beloved stories: David and Goliath. From 1 Samuel 17, we’ll explore how a young shepherd’s unwavering trust in God brought down a mighty warrior. Paired with the powerful promises of Jeremiah 17:7–8, this episode will encourage you to stand firm in faith, no matter how great the challenge appears. You serve the same God who turns stones ...
Send us a text When the trap was set and the lions were hungry, Daniel’s faith never wavered. In this uplifting episode of Cheer UP!, we step into Daniel 6 to witness a profound example of steadfast trust under pressure. We'll explore how his unwavering devotion—anchored by the promises in Isaiah 26:3-4—brought him divine peace and protection in the most terrifying of circumstances. Let this timeless story remind you that the same God who shut the mouths of lions is with you in your den today...
Send us a text Finding courage in the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, and God's promise to be with us in every trial. When the world turns up the heat, where does your trust lie? This week on Cheer UP!, we draw courage from the timeless story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Faced with a fiery trial, they chose unshakable faith in God over fear of man. We'll explore their inspiring example in Daniel 3 and anchor our hearts in the reassuring promises of Psalms 37:5 and 56:3-4. Let...
Send us a text Need a fresh dose of weekend hope? In this brand-new episode we linger on Proverbs 3:5–6, walking together through what it really means to “trust in the Lord with all your heart” when the road bends in ways we don’t understand. Expect gentle honesty, practical steps for surrendering control, and a few stories that just might make you laugh through the tears. New conversations drop every Saturday, so subscribe on your favorite podcast player and set the weekend off right. ...
Send us a text “Biblical Trust”—a gentle walk through the places where God gives His word—and then makes it true. In these short, soul-steadying episodes, we’ll watch with Daniel as lions enter the den - ready to rip him to pieces. Stand beside a trembling David eyeing Goliath, and cheer Paul & Silas on as they sing their way out of prison. Together we’ll feel the ground firm up when God is believed, and we’ll breathe easier knowing every promise is held by Someone bigger than our doubts...
Send us a text The Final Blow In this last dispatch, demon Junior Tempter Wormwood receives the unkindest cut of all: the senior demon Screwtape’s bill of divorce, signed, sealed, and garnished with sulfuric relish. Listen in as we discuss C.S. Lewis’s razor-sharp finale where prayer turns to panic, where every fallen strategy ricochets into divine fireworks, and where Hell finally swallows its own. We unpack thirty-one letters’ worth of compulsive scheming, show how each exploded in Satan's ...
Send us a text LOVE, WAR, AND WHIFFS OF BRIMSTONE: THE DEVIL’S BEST-LAID PLANS BACKFIRE The demon Wormwood is in free-fall, God is closing in, and Wormwood's demonic uncle Screwtape is preparing for the final reprimand. In this episode we discuss how the senior demon barks out his feverish counter-strategies: how to poison humility, warp it into vanity, and how to make their human charge prayers smell of brimstone. Yet every plot backfires and Wormwood’s hellish future grows clearer with ever...
Send us a text This encore episode drops us into the demon Screwtape’s masterclass on weaponizing wounded pride. The target? A freshly converted believer whose greatest threat isn’t outright sin, but a simmering grudge against a godly woman who dared to correct him. Screwtape then teaches his demonic nephew, Wormwood, how to polish offense into idolatry—turning every sermon, song, and sacrificial act of the believers new church family into proof that he’s “not being fed.” Tune in as we expose...
Send us a text From Pulpit to Protest—How Satan Weaponizes Noble Causes to Silence Your Prayers. Screwtape flips the script—truth itself becomes the bait, politics and “social justice” the camouflage. In this episode, we expose how Satan weaponizes noble causes to drown prayer in noise. Screwtape upgrades from whispers to full-spectrum psy-ops—truth bent through politics, “justice,” and spiritual buzzwords until prayer feels pointless. We expose the demonic assembly line that turns nobl...
Send us a text In this encore episode of C.S. Lewis's, Screwtape Letters, we discuss letters 20 & 21, where the head demon Screwtape schools his nephew Wormwood on how to twist his humans “spare moments” into soul-snares—convince the human the schedule is his, and God's gentle interruptions will feel like theft. We unpack Screwtape's playbook against “time entitlement,” and ask the only question that matters: whose calendar are you keeping? To listen to this episode, click or copy and pas...
Comments
Download from Google Play
Download from App Store
United States