Faith Over Fear

Can grief and joy co-exist? Can families rediscover their joy after experiencing unthinkable tragedy? When our pain feels so intense we struggle to breath, we might fear we don't have the strength to carry on, the Lord comes beside us and speaks truth and love into our wounded souls. Amber Smith, wife to country music singer Granger Smith, experienced this in a profound way when she and her husband lost their precious toddler son in a tragic drowning accident. Their son's death could've shattered their marriage and their family. But because of God and His grace prior, during, and since that time, their relationship not only survived, but came out stronger. In this episode she shares how Christ carried them through and enabled them to heal and experience renewed joy.  Resource referenced: Girl on the Bathroom Floor: Held Together When Everything is Falling Apart Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonated with you most in this episode? Looking back over seasons of your life prior to periods of hardship, in what ways might God have been strengthening and depositing truth into your soul to help you get through your dark season? When has God used a difficult season to draw you closer to friends, family, or a spouse? When has God used a difficult season to reveal His character, tenderness, and heart for you? What truth do you (or can you) hold onto during difficult seasons? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Connect with Amber Smith: On Instagram Follow her work on Amazon Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of Faith Over Fear, Carol McCracken welcomes Debbie D’Souza to discuss The Dragon’s Prophecy, a timely new film exploring how ancient biblical battles echo in today’s conflicts in the Middle East. Debbie shares what initially struck her about the film’s message, how she has learned to navigate the tension between fear and faith when it comes to prophecy, and what encouragement she offers to those feeling anxious about world events. Together, Carol and Debbie explore what it means to resist evil without becoming evil, the importance of naming sin without demonizing people, and how American Christians can respond to this moment in history in ways that are rooted in prayer, faithfulness, and hope rather than politics. Disclaimer: In this episode, our guest briefly discusses the Gaza/Israeli conflict, particularly from an Israeli perspective. We at Faith Over Fear recognize both sides have experienced cruelty and harm at the hands of the other, as is often the case with long-standing conflicts. We do not condone or endorse violence, nor is this episode an endorsement for such. Rather, it is a guest sharing her perspective related to the conflict and biblical threads she sees woven through it. If today's episode upsets you, please don't hesitate to reach out to Jennifer through her website JenniferSlatteryLivesOutLoud.com From the Dragon Prophesy website: Creators "bring history, current events and bible prophecy together in a stunning and original film to illustrate the true meaning of October 7, anti-Semitism, terrorism, and the hidden forces that battle endlessly for the ultimate prize, which is the human soul – your soul. The film ends with an inspiring call to action to Jews and Christians to return to their roots and stand up for good and resist evil." In theaters on October 8th and streamed through Salem on October 9th. Watch the movie trailer HERE. Find out more HERE.  Discussion/Reflective Questions: When you hear about prophecy in Scripture, do you respond more with curiosity, fear, or faith—and why? How do you personally discern the difference between healthy vigilance and anxiety when following world events? In your daily life, what does it mean to resist evil without letting bitterness or anger take root in your own heart? How can you practice compassion for people caught in conflict while still standing firm against sin and injustice? What role do you believe prayer plays in how believers engage with unfolding global events? How might you faithfully respond to these times in ways that go beyond political opinions? Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram Join the Faith Over Fear podcast private group HERE. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

You may have heard people say, "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger." We've probably all witnessed times when this hasn't been the case. If we belong to and have entrusted our lives to Jesus, however, we can know with certainty that He will indeed use our most difficult and painful seasons to deepen our faith and intimacy with Him. In this episode, Jennifer Slattery introduces you to a powerful episode from another Life Audio podcast host, Sarah Young from Jesus Calling and two individuals who endured soul-crushing seasons that could've destroyed their faith. Praise God, by His grace, that's not His story. This episode is for everyone desperately clinging to hope during hardship and all those who love to hear and celebrate life stories that reveal the tender, faithful care and love of Christ.  Listen to more of Jesus Calling here and join us next week to hear Carol McCracken's faith-building conversation with Terry Crist author of Now You canStop Running. Make sure to let us know in the review section of your podcast app what you thought of our last two feed drops––would you be open to hearing more the next time Carol and I take a brief break, or would you prefer we still with our regular programming. Go in grace and the love and power of Christ, my friend! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Many of us, at times, feel unknown, unloved, and unseen. Perhaps you were raised by emotionally disengaged parents, experienced a significant painful rejection in your adult years, or are battling self-condemnation related to past regrets and mistakes. Regardless of why we, at times, struggle to see ourselves beloved and worthy of love, we all need to know and experience the incomprehensible, unconditional, and never-ending love of God. In this episode, we're sharing a powerful biblical reflection from another LifeAudio host, Bonnie Gray, host of the Breathe: Stress Less podcast. Enjoy, and may this episode be one you can return to again and again, whenever you need the reminder that you are indeed seen, known and deeply loved.  Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonated with you most in this episode? When do you msot struggle to feel seen, known and loved? How did it hit you when Bonnie suggested acknowledging that we're fearfully made (Psalm 139) is actually an act of worship? How might reflecting regularly and deeply on God's heart for you help you heal from some of your past rejection or pain due to emotional reject? What is one truth you can hold tight to from this episode, and how will you do so? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Connect with Bonnie Gray: On her website On Facebook On Instagram Subscribe to her podcast Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of Faith Over Fear, Carol sits down with pastor and author Kyle Idleman to talk about the battle in our minds. Kyle reminds us that our thoughts often lie to us—and if we don’t learn to take them captive, they can spiral into fear, shame, or hopelessness. Together, we discuss how to trace our fears back to root lies, discern truth from deception, and recognize the difference between conviction and condemnation. Kyle shares practical tools to challenge toxic thoughts, the role of Scripture as our weapon, and what it looks like to win small daily victories that lead to lasting transformation. Whether you’re new to the idea of spiritual warfare in the mind or you’ve wrestled with strongholds for years, this conversation will encourage you that change is possible. With God’s Word, you’re not just managing your thoughts—you’re renewing them. Resource referenced: Every Thought Captive:  Calm the Mental Chaos That Keeps You Stuck, Drains Your Hope, and Holds You Back by Kyle Idleman Discussion/Reflective Questions: What lie have you believed about yourself or your circumstances that God is inviting you to confront? When anxious thoughts spiral, what first step could you take to trace them back to a root lie? How can you recognize when a thought that “sounds wise” is actually pulling you away from God’s truth? What practice could help you decide which thoughts deserve “a seat at the table” in your mind—and which don’t? Which Scripture has most powerfully reshaped your thinking, and how can you internalize it more deeply? Where do you need to move from simply managing thoughts to actually renewing your mind with God’s truth? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Find Kyle Idleman: On his website On Facebook On Instagram Follow his work on Amazon Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of Faith Over Fear, Carol sits down with pastor and author Robert J. Morgan to discuss his newest release, God Hasn’t Forgotten You. Together, we explore how God uses our past to shape us, how to find courage when His providence feels slow, and why delays and disappointments may be God’s way of preparing us for what’s next. Morgan shares biblical examples, such as those of Zechariah and Elizabeth, as well as practical ways to break free from fear’s grip, and offers encouragement for those who feel sidelined or irrelevant. Listeners will walk away with renewed confidence that God governs every detail of their story—and that He hasn’t forgotten them. Resource referenced: God Hasn't Forgotten You: 24 Remarkable Ways God Is Working in You and Through You  by Robert J. Morgan Discussion/Reflective Questions: When you think about your past, are there areas where you’ve allowed regret or shame to imprison you rather than letting Christ use those experiences to develop you? What does it look like for you to trust God’s providence at “the day-to-day speed” when His timing feels painfully slow? How can being honest about your spiritual struggles (with yourself, God, or trusted friends) help weaken fear’s grip in your life? Zechariah and Elizabeth waited for years without answers—how might their story encourage you in a season of delay or disappointment? Where do you most struggle with fear of irrelevance—age, missed opportunities, or comparison—and how might God be preparing you for usefulness even now? What is one small, practical step you could take this week to live as though God truly hasn’t forgotten you? Connect with Robert J. Morgan: On his website On Instagram On Facebook Follow his work on Amazon Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We've probably all embarked on a diet, workout schedule, or other new habit only to land in previous negative patterns. We might beat ourselves up, thinking we simply lack self-control. But what if there's something else going on--something related to our brain's wiring? And what if our choices today have the power to rewire our brain off self-destructive and self-defeating thoughts and actions and onto those that are life-giving? In this episode, host Jennifer Slattery talks with Dr. Alan Weissenbacher on our brains' capacity to rewire itself, replacing maladaptive programming with that which helps us thrive? Resource Referenced: The Brain Change: 6 Steps to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Life by Dr. Alan Weissenbacher Discussion/Reflective Questions: What most resonated with you in this episode? How have you seen the things mentioned in today's podcast revealed in your life? When you consider your typical day, what do you most invest in: the neural pathways you don't want or those that lead to increased peace and life? What is one win you experienced in the past couple weeks you can celebrate and thus reinforce? How might or could you apply our understanding of our brain's ability to change help you in your current goals? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

There are few experiences more painful than relational betrayal. But what happens when that betrayal becomes public and costs you your home and faith community? That was precisely what Toni Collier experienced when she not only experienced betrayal in her marriage but the people in her church, those she heavily invested in, ghosted her during her time of pain. But despite the pain she experienced, she also encountered the grace of God through the loving support of those who knew her, saw her, and stood beside her in her season of intense pain. This experience reiterated to her the importance of finding safe and support community upon whom one can depend. This episode is for everyone who feels alone in their pain and finds themselves in desperate need of a friend.  Resource referenced: Don't Try This Alone: How to Build Deep Community When You Want to Hide from Your Pain Discussion/reflective questions: What most resonated with you in this episode? How easy or difficult do you find it to share your pain and struggles with others, and why is this so? When have you experienced strength and comfort through others? How might, or how has, allowing others to see our struggle helped you feel less alone? Why might it be important to process our pain with the understanding that redemption is always on the way? When and how have you seen God bring redemption from or through your pain? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Find Toni Collier: On her website Instagram Facebook YouTube Amazon Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

If you experience chronic depression, anxiety, and pain, you likely dream of what life might look like, were you to find effective treatment and ongoing symptom relief. You may even fear your current challenge will last forever. But what if there was a drug-free way to experience significant and lasting relief? Is that even possible? According to Tom Kerber, founder and president of SunPowerLED, for many people, the answer is yes. Listen to learn about a powerful technology he believes God led him to develop, how this has helped him and his wife personally, along with examples of others who are experiencing flourishing life for the first time in years, if not decades. Find out more, read about the science behind the product and research conducted: At SunPowerLED.com SunPowerLED's YouTube Channel Watch testimonial videos HERE. And follow me on social media to hear my ongoing journey using the SuperPalm device for pain relief! Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Discussion/Reflective Questions: What most resonated with you in this episode? What is your experience of or knowledge related to infared or near infared technology? When are you most apt to project today's challenge onto your future? Why might it be important to hold tight to hope? What would you day and life look like, were you to experience healing? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of Faith Over Fear, we discuss negative overthinking—how it hijacks our brain’s alarm system, fuels anxiety, and challenges our ability to problem solve and see truth. You’ll learn  practical, biblical ways to break free from spiraling thoughts—like grounding techniques to return to the present moment, identifying and replacing toxic thought patterns, and prayer. Packed with tools you can start using today, this episode will help you calm your mind, strengthen your faith, and trust God’s presence and provision in your most uncertain or stressful seasons. (Find our free printable resource for easy-to-practice techniques demonstrated to decrease anxiety and increase peace HERE.) Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonated with you most in this episode? When are you most prone to overthinking? Are you aware of any thought patterns you can begin to change. If so, what are these? How might this increase your anxiety? What practical step mentioned in this episode most intrigues or inspires you and why? How might focusing on God's goodness and promises help you replace negative thought patterns with faith-affirming truth? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter (Inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.) Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this powerful and hope-filled episode, Nicole C. Mullen joins us to talk about choosing faith over fear—even when the path forward feels broken. With raw honesty, she shares her story of walking through an abusive marriage, the courage it took to say "enough," and how God met her with redemption, grace, and purpose. We also explore:How fear must be addressed before faith can take root What we can learn about suffering when doing all the “right things” from Job  What Rahab can teach us about courage Why God still uses us—even after detours and mistakes How to walk by faith when sight isn’t an option Breaking free from shame, guilt, and fear Whether you're in a season of struggle, change, or healing, this conversation will remind you: You haven’t missed your moment. God can still get you where you need to be. Resource Referenced: It's Never Wrong to Do the Right Thing Discussion/Reflective Questions: Where in your life might fear be holding you back from stepping into faith? What would it look like to move forward even if you can’t yet see the full path? Have you ever felt like you’ve missed your chance or messed up too much for God to use you? How might Nicole’s story challenge or encourage that belief? What does it mean to you that God can reroute your life and still get you “there on time”? Can you think of a past detour that led to unexpected blessing? Is there a situation in your life where you sense God prompting you to initiate change What fears are keeping you stuck—and what might courage look like today? When have you chosen obedience to God, even when it cost you something? What helped you stay faithful in that moment? What shame or guilt are you still carrying that God wants to set you free from? What truth from Scripture can you begin to speak over that area of your life? Find Nicole C. Mullen: On her website On Instagram On Facebook Find her content on Amazon Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group  (Inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.)     Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Do you long for more peace and self-control and less fear and regret as you navigate life's challenges and hardships? In this episode, we explore how the Beatitudes and Jesus’ instructions for kingdom living offer a powerful blueprint for thriving in today’s anxious and chaotic world. When we align our lives with Christ’s teachings and depend on His strength and wisdom, we experience lasting peace, greater emotional resilience, and freedom from fear. Even in seasons of deep pain or uncertainty, Jesus draws near to comfort us—then equips us comfort to others. Because of Him, we can live with the confidence that we’ve been made right with God, positioned to receive His favor, and invited to experience the blessings of His kingdom.  Resource referenced: "Deep Rooted Bible Study" Series.  Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonated with you most in this episode? In what ways has, or can, increased dependence on Christ lead to greater peace? What are some ways you intentionally rely on Christ's strength in difficult times? When have you sensed God comforting you with His compassion during painful seasons? What are your thoughts or feelings when you hear that, through your faith in Christ, you are currently living under God's favor? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this podcast? Find Kathy Howard: On her website On Instagram On Facebook On Amazon Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Do you ever feel like you’re just trying to keep your head above water—and your faith is barely treading with you? In today’s episode of Faith Over Fear, Carol talks with author and podcast host Tara Sun about her new book Overbooked and Overwhelmed: How to Keep Up with God When You're Just Trying to Keep Up with Life. Together, they tackle the spiritual fatigue so many of us feel when life won’t slow down. They explore what it looks like to develop real spiritual resilience—not after the burnout, but in the middle of it. Tara shares her own journey of choosing presence over performance, why slowing down can actually be an act of courage, and how even small spiritual rhythms can ground us in God’s peace when everything feels urgent. Whether your faith feels stuck, stretched, or straight-up silent, this conversation will remind you that God isn’t asking you to do more—He’s inviting you to be with Him, right where you are.   Discussion Questions: Tara talks about feeling spiritually stuck—how can we tell if that “stuckness” is from circumstances or from a deeper spiritual disconnect? What does it look like to bring God into our chaos, instead of waiting for quiet to meet Him? How might someone begin to untangle a life driven by expectations instead of convictions? What fear-based “yeses” might be hiding behind our overbooked calendars—and how can we trade them for faith-filled choices? How can spiritual resilience grow during burnout, rather than waiting for rest to begin healing? What is one small spiritual rhythm you could commit to this week, even in your busiest season? Connect with Tara Sun: On her website On Instagram On Facebook Find her content on Amazon Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group  (Inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.)   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

When we're anxious and afraid, we often ask God to remove our figurative storms. But He offers us something even better–Himself. He is our strong tower, our impenetrable fortress able to carry us through our worst crisis. As Psalm 46:1 states, He is our ever-present help in times of trouble, and our God is for us, always. In this episode, host Jennifer Slattery and guest Becky Harling discuss the truths stated and implied in Proverbs 18:10, which states, The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; the righteous run to it and are safe (NIV).  Bible passages discussed: John 6, Psalm 91, Proverbs 18:10, Psalm 46:1 Resource referenced: Who Do You Say That I AM?: A Fresh Encounter for Deeper Faith Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonated with you most in this episode? What are some ways God has shown Himself faithful in your past? How might reflecting on His past faithfulness help to reduce your fear and anxiety during today's difficulties? What comes to mind when you think of God as your strong tower? Why might God provide so many visuals in Scripture to reveal unchanging truths? What's one action step He might be inviting you to take having listened to this podcast? Find Becky Harling at:  Beckyharling.com/ Instagram Facebook Amazon Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group  (Inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.) Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

We all have a God-given need to feel valued, significant, and as if our life matters. While Scripture tells us that God has important, kingdom-focused plans for each of us, it can be hard to recognize this when life feels routine and monotonous. How can we live fulfilled in the "daily grind" of going to work, raising families, and managing all our other necessary and seemingly mundane tasks? In this episode, hosts Jennifer Slattery and Carol McCracken discuss the importance of listening for God's direction, remaining faithful to what He's calling us to do, and finding our value in Him, not our performance. Discussing King David, King Saul, and the Old Testament prophet Elisha, they remind listeners that God won't waste their gifts or experiences. He uses everything to mold us into men and women ready and prepared to do His will, and there's beauty in that.  Prevous podcast episode referenced: "Courageously Used by God No Matter What" Scripture discussed: Ephesians 5:17, 1 Samuel 9-10, 1 Kings 19:19-21 Discussion/Reflective Questions: What most resonate with you in this episode? What are some ways you actively seek to hear from God? How do you sense God is leading you in your current season? How content do you feel in your role(s)? If you feel relatively content, what enables you to feel this way? If you struggle with discontentment, why do you feel this is? What is one action step that God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group  (Inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.) Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Most, if not all, of us would much rather avoid conflict. Often, this stems from times when we've handled disagreements poorly or have watched others do so. But conflict avoidance tends to lead to increased anxiety and relational dysfunction. What if there's a healthier, God-honoring way to manage conflict that leads to greater relational fulfillment, decreased stress, and no regret?  Resource referenced: Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide for Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret by Donna Jones (Visit her website to take a free quiz to determine your dominant conflict style and to learn about her book Seek.) In this episode: Learn why most of us find conflict intimidating The most important ingredient to handling conflict well The best way to begin difficult discussions How you might be handing someone else the keys to your peace and what to do about it and more! Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonated with you most in this episode? How do you tend to feel about conflict, and what do you think contributes to this? When have you seen someone handle conflict well? What most challenges your ability to listen to someone else's perspective when you're hurt or upset? How do you feel knowing God values your relationships even more than you do? What is one actions step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Connect with Donna Jones: On her website On Instagram On Facebook Follow her writing on Amazon Connect with Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group  (Inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.)     Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

When life hits us with numerous hardships, we may wonder, Where is God in all of this? How do we keep hoping when our strength is gone, our prayers feel unanswered, and our hearts feel weary? In this episode, we’ll talk about how to maintain hope—even when your circumstances don’t change. We’ll explore: ✅ How to wrestle with God and why this is important✅ How to keep praying for relief while also accepting what is✅ What our pain can teach us regarding God's goodness, and more. Resource referenced: Watching for the Morning:90 Devotionals for When Hope Is Hard to Find Find Vaneetha Rednall Risner: On her website On Instagram On Facebook On Amazon Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group  (Inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.) Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonated with you most in this episode? How easy or challenging do you find it to express your feelings unfiltered to God, and why do you feel this is? How comfortable do you feel expressing your emotions to God? When have you determined a painful time to be a blessing due to the intimacy you experienced with Christ? What might it look like, in your current season, to pray with hope for change but also acceptance for what is? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode?  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feeling overwhelmed by stress? You're not alone. Studies show that many U.S. adults, across all age groups, are experiencing stress levels that make it hard to function. In this episode, we explore how to manage stress effectively using practical, science-backed strategies and timeless biblical wisdom. Learn what the Bible says about stress, peace, and hope, and discover how brain science supports healing and resiliency. Listen for practical tools to navigate stress with courage, grace, and faith—while living a more productive, peaceful, and fulfilling life. Resource discussed: Stress Less: 9 Habits from the Bible and Brain Science to Build Resilience and Reduce Anxiety by Dr. Charles Stone Discussion/Reflective Questions: What resonated with you most in this episode? How often do you "think about what you're thinking about" and how might developing this practice help decrease your anxiety and increase your peace? In this episode, Dr. Stone described various ways we might respond to stress, using an analogy of a rock, egg, and tennis ball. Which of those objects do you most often resemble, and which would you prefer to resemble? How can trust in Christ increase our certainty in uncertainty? If you've practiced creating a healthy distance from your emotions without suppressing or denying them, what have you found most helpful in that regard? If you haven't yet practiced this, what is one way you can do so in the future? What is one step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this episode? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

How much loss and how many setbacks can one experience before they call it quits? Or, perhaps more importantly, how can one keep going when anxiety feels overwhelming, naysayers chip away at your confidence, and the road ahead feels vague and unclear? Chris Rohman from Sanctus Real and his band wrestled with these concerns and more when they found themselves at a Crossroads between calling it quits and trusting God to do a new thing, proving the truth in their song titled My God is Still the Same. In this episode, Chris shares how God led him through a season of panic attacks and intense anxiety, losing the band's lead singer and record label, to rising again with the strength, focus, and passion that can only come from the Holy Spirit at work within and through us.  Discussion/Reflective questions: What most resonated resonated with you in this episode? In this episode, Chris shared the numerous contributing factors to his season of intense anxiety and panic attacks. How might it be helpful, when experiencing anxiety, to consider the mental and emotional weight of all the various stressors, changes, and emotions we experience? Chris shared how some of his anxiety may have stemmed from the grief he experienced in losing the band's lead singer. If you experience anxiety, how might unresolved grief (over a person, relationship, dream, etc) be contributing to your inner turmoil? Chris also discussed how he had to ignore the voices of naysayers and tune in to the voice of Christ. What might this look like in your life? Chris shared how he found the words of a friend during a particularly difficult time encouraging. Who in your life speaks truth into your soul when you feel overwhelmed, uncertain, or discouraged? What is one action step God might be inviting you to take having listened to this podcast episode? Find Sanctus Real: On their website On spotify On Instagram On Facebook Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group  (Inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.) Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this powerful episode of Faith Over Fear, Justin and Trisha Davis share honest, hard-won wisdom from their book One Choice Away from Change. They open up about the relational cycles that nearly broke their marriage—and the one brave choice that helped transform everything. But this conversation isn’t just for couples. Whether you’re navigating friendships, family dynamics, dating, or your own emotional health, their story offers hope. If you’ve ever felt stuck in old patterns, held back by fear, or unsure how to heal from the past, this episode will help you take that next courageous step—one choice at a time.  Resource Mentioned: One Choice Away from Change: Break the Cycles That Hurt Your Relationships and Hold You Back Discussion/Reflective Questions: What’s one relational cycle in your life that you now recognize needs to be broken? How did the Davises' story challenge or encourage you in your own journey of change and healing? What "one choice" stood out to you from the interview as a powerful starting point for transformation? Did anything Justin or Trisha shared help you identify fear that’s been holding you back? How might you respond in faith instead? How have past wounds shaped the way you show up in relationships—and what might it look like to invite God into that healing process? After listening, what’s one step you're willing to take this week to move toward greater emotional and relational health? Connect with Justin David on Instagram Connect with Trisha Davis on Instagram Find their ministry online at Refineus.org Find Carol McCracken: On her website  On Facebook On Instagram Join the private Faith Over Fear Facebook Group  (Inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.) Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.