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The GraceFilled Community Podcast is a place where faith, connection, and community come together. We explore meaningful conversations with guests who share their unique insights, experiences, and stories to inspire and empower others. Each episode offers listeners practical wisdom for living out their faith, creating belonging, and building community. Whether you're looking for spiritual growth or ways to connect deeper with those around you, the GraceFilled Community Podcast provides valuable content that enriches both your personal and spiritual journey.
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Denise Payne returns to share her expertise on premarital preparation and relationship health using the Prepare and Enrich curriculum, which helps couples understand their compatibility in crucial areas like finances, communication, and spiritual beliefs. • Certified premarital counselor who works with couples across the nation through a six-session format • Communication consistently ranks as the biggest issue in relationships, even after decades of marriage • Using "I statements" and refle...
Heather and Sam Reddick share their transformative health journey revealing how clean eating and quality supplements improved their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Their story demonstrates how proper nutrition and supplements can address issues from skin problems to hormone imbalances while creating sustainable lifestyle changes. • Started health journey two years ago focusing on "cleaning their temples" from the inside out • Discovered food sensitivities and allergies could be re...
Tracy Spiaggia delivers a holistic perspective on mental health that integrates physical wellbeing, family dynamics, and spiritual faith. She challenges conventional approaches to mental health by examining the physiological root causes behind emotional struggles rather than simply medicating symptoms. • Mental health symptoms often stem from physical imbalances like nutrient deficiencies, gut dysbiosis, or toxicity • Modern culture has devalued the vital role of mothers in the home, creatin...
Sofia Carpenter shares her powerful journey from childhood trauma to becoming a women's empowerment coach who helps others overcome grief and find purpose in pain. Through her story of surviving a devastating car accident at age five that left her paralyzed and separated from her family, Sophia reveals how faith guided her through darkness into a life of meaning. • Survived a car accident at age five that caused severe facial injuries and paralysis from mid-chest down • Experienced three maj...
Pastor Jayelle Dolan demystifies the Holy Spirit, explaining how this often-misunderstood person of the Trinity is our closest companion and guide who makes faith vibrant and alive rather than a set of religious rules. She shares practical ways to recognize the Spirit's voice as an internal sensing rather than an audible sound, helping listeners learn to discern genuine communication from God. • The Holy Spirit is a person (he), not a thing (it) or a mystical force • Many believers have misc...
Melissa McLaughlin shares her journey from classroom teacher to Christian writer after chronic back problems forced an early retirement that shattered her sense of identity and purpose. Through this unwanted life change, she discovered her true identity in Christ and found a new calling to help others through devotional writing. • Growing up with a brother with special needs developed Melissa's compassion and influenced her career in special education • Back problems throughout her life culm...
Jacqueline Williams shares her powerful journey from abandonment and abuse to becoming an overcomer through finding her identity in Christ and learning to release her past to God. • Growing up without parents—a mother who didn't want her and an abusive father • Writing "Overcomer" through Holy Spirit inspiration after encouragement from her typing teacher • Learning to bury the past and release painful memories to God completely • Finding healing through periods of isolation with God where H...
Lindy shares her family's remarkable journey from financial hardship to abundance, revealing how God's faithfulness transformed their lives through seasons of bankruptcy, food bank visits, and entrepreneurial challenges. • Fellow homeschool mom of three who has been educating her children at home for 10 years • Her husband Gavin declared bankruptcy before they met, teaching him valuable lessons about pride and God's provision • Started a business on a card table in their living room when Gav...
What happens when God asks you to be the answer? In this powerful episode, Dr. Linda Jones shares the defining moment that launched her ministry—standing in her backyard, frustrated by women who couldn’t seem to hold on to their spiritual healing. God’s response? “So what are YOU going to do about it?” That divine question became the foundation of her life’s work. Dr. Jones opens up with rare authenticity about her journey through personal trauma—including domestic abuse and the heartbreaking...
Su Park shares her journey from a childhood in an anti-Christian home to becoming a transformational family ministry leader focused on heart-based parenting that develops disciples, not just well-behaved children. • Growing up forbidden from attending church in an anti-Christian family • Called to ministry instead of law school just before college graduation • Focus on heart-based parenting rather than merely behavior modification • Father and mother wounds create blind spots that affect rel...
Lauren Burns shares her remarkable journey of being kidnapped at age seven by her Muslim father and taken to Jordan, and the miraculous rescue orchestrated through divine intervention and a team of ex-military operatives. • Raised between two homes - Christian mother in Texas and Muslim father who had returned from Jordan with changed religious practices • Lauren's father took her to Jordan under false pretenses during a Halloween weekend visit • Her mother discovered the abduction when Laur...
Onyx Conklin shares her journey of discovering God's call to be a champion not through personal achievement but by believing in and encouraging others to reach their potential. • Championship is not about trophies or accolades but championing for other people • God often calls the most unlikely people to make the biggest impact • Simple acknowledgments like complimenting someone's scarf or thanking a cashier can powerfully impact someone's day • Our past experiences, even painful ones, shape...
Dr. Lena Jackson-Lynch shares her 21-year journey in the United States Air Force and explains how military families develop exceptional adaptability skills that benefit them throughout life. Her research reveals that adolescents in military families gain unique social and emotional intelligence through constant relocation and community-building experiences. • 21 years of Air Force service across multiple countries and bases • Navigated single parenthood, divorce, remarriage, and blended fami...
Discover the inspiring story of Michael Matney, a Virginia-born musician who turned his humble beginnings—using “yard-mowing money” to fund his first album—into a career marked by Grammy consideration, international airplay, and an unwavering Christian witness in the music industry. 🔹 Early Beginnings: Started piano at age six and guitar at eight. 🔹 Rare Collector’s Item: His first album is now valued at $1,000 per copy. 🔹 Faith in the Spotlight: Committed to ensuring his rising success amp...
Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Lauren Saulnier as she shares her powerful story of finding spiritual resilience in the face of loss and trauma. Discover how to cultivate a genuine relationship with God, beyond mere church attendance, and explore the importance of community, prayer, and perseverance in faith. Key Takeaways: - How traumatic experiences can deepen your faith connection - The difference between legalism and a loving relationship with God - Practical tips for incorpor...
Have you ever felt it's too late to pursue your dreams? In this episode, we sit down with Denise Payne, a vibrant career counselor who reminds us that it's never too late! Denise founded Career Crossroads Counseling at the age of 50, combining her faith with her expertise to help others find their calling. Join us as we explore how divine guidance can lead to fulfilling careers and uncover practical insights into overcoming common blockers like self-doubt and fear. Denise shares powerful stor...
Unlock the secrets of purposeful living with John, a seasoned software developer turned ministry founder, as we explore the transformative journey behind Brushfires Ministry. Discover how John's personal calling inspired a movement to address the church's challenges in discipleship, using tools like DISC and Myers-Briggs to help individuals uncover their God-given design. Listen as we discuss the creation of a Digital Workshop Program, aimed at integrating these assessments into church commun...
How do we embrace our inner beauty in a world where humility and authenticity often clash? Join us as we sit down with Heather Reddick, a pillar of our community, and explore her incredible journey from Michigan to Texas, where her passion for music ministry and education led her to become a guiding force in both entrepreneurial and church settings. Heather shares her insights into the delicate balance of personal and professional life, offering a heartwarming perspective on serving others th...
What if the path to healing from trauma and betrayal was more achievable than you thought? Join us as we explore the profound journey of Michelle Vrabel, an inspiring author who shares her story of overcoming childhood abuse and trauma through faith. Michelle's book, "Butterfly Stitches," serves as a poignant metaphor for her physical and spiritual recovery. Her account encourages listeners to take an active role in their healing journeys, starting from the first moment a wound is inflicted. ...
Imagine winning a court case only to find the victory felt hollow. That’s where my journey of forgiveness began, paving the way for spiritual revelations and unexpected blessings. Join us as we welcome the inspiring Jennifer Beeman, a multifaceted wife, mother, author, and student, whose powerful spiritual journey reveals how a profound connection with Christ can transform life’s challenges into opportunities for growth and renewal. Jennifer shares insights from her book, "Before She Knew Jes...























