No Matter What with Hanna Seymour
No Matter What with Hanna Seymour is a Christian podcast about living as the person God created you to be, regardless of your past, current circumstances, relationship status, or career journey. Hanna Seymour and friends have vulnerable, life-giving conversations about faith, identity, and purpose. Each episode encourages listeners to trust God and embrace who they are, no matter what life brings.
Episodes
88. Stop Feeling Guilty About Your Spiritual Life with Monica Ritchie
Do you ever feel like you're failing at your faith because your prayer life doesn't look like the version in your head? Like real women of prayer have a whole system figured out, and you're just whispering something quick while you're doing dishes?
I sat down with Monica Ritchie, an on-air host at 98.5 KTIS in the Twin Cities who also hosts her own podcast, Theologically Fashioned. We talked abou
87. Are You a Christian of Convenience or Conviction? with Nirup Alphonse
Be honest with yourself for a second. If your closest friends who don't follow Jesus were asked whether you're actually any different than they are, what would they say?
That question is what cracked this whole episode open for me. I'm talking with Pastor Nirup Alphonse, founder of LIFEGATE Church in Denver and author of the new book Defiant Lights.
We get into the difference between a faith bu
86. Anxiety & Depression: Sin, Sickness, or Both? | Hope Blanton & Christine Gordon
If you've ever wondered whether struggling with anxiety or depression means something's wrong with your faith, or you love someone in a dark season and don't know how to help, this conversation is for you. I'm talking with Hope Blanton, a licensed clinical social worker, and Christine Gordon, who has a master's in theological studies and teaches at Covenant Theological Seminary. They've each walke
85. Stop Waiting to Be Mentored, Start Pursuing | Cheryl Marshall
Ever feel like you're just waiting around for someone to invest in you — waiting to be picked, waiting to be mentored, waiting for someone older and wiser to notice you need it?
I sat down with Cheryl Marshall, who's spent over 25 years walking alongside women in the local church, and she flipped that whole idea on its head.
We also spent real time in Romans 12, unpacking what it actually
84. Mom Rage Is More Common Than You Think | Natalie Hixson
Have you ever looked at your own kids and wondered who you just became? I sat down with Natalie Hixson, known online as the @angrymamacoach, to talk about mom rage, the kind so many of us carry in silence. Natalie is honest about the years she calls abusive, what finally broke the cycle, and the tools she still uses today, including her "sit and pray" reset.I also brought a stack of questions stra
83. The Life You Keep Waiting For: Annie F. Downs on Unmet Desire and Trusting God Anyway
My friend Annie F. Downs joins me on the podcast for a conversation you'll want to sit with.
We talk about comparison, holy ambition versus selfish ambition, and the "unmet desire" so many of us are quietly carrying instead of naming out loud. Annie shares what it's actually looked like to trust God through big dreams, five summers of surgery and heartache, and a marriage she didn't see coming
82. When You Can't Even Pray: Katie Kelley on Grace That Holds You Up
Ever hit a season so hard you couldn't even pray? Katie Kelley knows that place. Solo parenting six kids, one with severe autism, no words left except "Lord, have mercy."Katie's back on No Matter What a year after her first appearance, and her life looks completely different now. We talk about what actually gets you through when you can't pray a real prayer, how to look for light in a dark season,
81. Getting Off The Throne Of Your Life with Morgan Krueger
Morgan Krueger and I get into something I think about constantly: are you living like the hero of your story, or like a supporting character pointing to the real Hero? We talk about what it means to magnify Christ instead of ourselves, why holiness needs a total rebrand, and the prayer Morgan replaced "give me strength" with after writing her new book. This one gutted me in the best way.Connect wi
80. Reward Prediction Error: Why Answered Prayers Can Still Wreck You | Melissa Miller
We pray for the husband, the baby, the new job, the move, the increase. And then we actually get it. So why does the blessing sometimes start to feel like a burden? Melissa Miller joins me to talk about her new book, But I Prayed for This, and teaches me about "reward prediction error". We get into survival mode, change fatigue, and how to tell "hard" that's from God versus "hard" that means we to
79. Walking With Jesus in the Chaos of Motherhood | Chelsey DeMatteis
Chelsey DeMatteis joins me to talk motherhood in the trenches, what walking with Jesus actually looks like before kids and after kids, and the moment God rehammered a hard lesson about kindness on her heart. Plus, a first look at her new devotional, Mercy in the Margin.
CONNECT WITH CHELSEYWebsite: https://chelseydematteis.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/chelseydematteisLiving with Less Pod
78. The Hope of Heaven When Life Doesn't Make Sense | Jennifer Rothschild
I've been a little obsessed with heaven lately, so I sat down with the perfect person to talk about it. Jennifer Rothschild has been blind since she was 15, and earlier this year she released a Bible study on heaven with a devotional coming this September. We talk about her story, the anger and joy that somehow existed at the same time as a teenager, the biggest misconceptions about heaven she's t
77. From Disney Channel Dreams to Finding Jesus at 23 | Carrie Alexander
Who is your God? Not the one you'd say out loud, but the one actually on the throne of your life.My guest today spent her teenage years chasing a Disney Channel dream, and by 23 she was successful by every outward measure and completely lost on the inside. Carrie Alexander, host of New Mom Podcast, tells me what it took to actually meet Jesus, the question that changed everything, and what God's b
76. The Quality of Your Questions Determines the Quality of Your Life | JR Briggs
Jesus asked over 300 questions and only directly answered five — what does that tell us about him?
Today I'm talking with JR Briggs, author of The Art of Asking Better Questions. We dig into why the quality of your life is shaped by the quality of the questions you ask of God, yourself, and others, the four elements of a truly great question, and how to level up the questions we ask on autopilot
75. Answering YOUR Questions: Mom Guilt, Botox, Sex After Kids & More
This week I'm trying something new: a full Q&A episode! I pulled questions straight from a bowl of listener submissions and answered them completely unscripted — everything from mom guilt and healthy friendships to sex in marriage, seminary, and my honest take on Botox and cosmetic surgery. I also reflect on my 16-year-old self and what she'd think of my life today. Send me your questions for a fu
74. Trusting God After Unimaginable Loss with Courtney Pray Duke
Courtney Pray Duke prayed for her husband's safety as he left for a bike ride. Hours later, she was a 29-year-old widow with three young children.
In this episode, Courtney shares how she took the next step when grief made it impossible to even read her Bible, what years of wrestling with God's "no" taught her, and the Matthew 9 story behind her memoir, And She Got Up.
If your circumstances ar
73. You Don't Have to Be a Prayer Warrior to Have a Prayer Life | Courtney Reisig
Prayer is one of those topics that carries a lot of weight — and a lot of guilt. Most of us feel like we should pray more, pray better, pray longer. And yet it remains one of the hardest spiritual disciplines to actually practice. Today I'm sitting down with Courtney Reisig, writer, Bible teacher, and author of the Gospel Coalition booklet Prayer — who opens her booklet with four words I wasn't ex
72. Your Kids Are Already Theologians — But Who's Shaping That Theology? | Lauren Groves
Today I'm sitting down with Lauren Groves — author of Toddler Theology board book series, kids acquisitions editor at B&H Publishing Group, mom of three, and kids ministry coordinator — and honestly this conversation felt like a deep breath and a gentle nudge all at once.
We talk about: what does it actually look like to disciple your kids in the everyday moments of life? Not in a perfectly curat
71. Your Home Is Not in the Way of Your Calling — It IS Your Calling | Phylicia Masonheimer
What does it actually look like to build your theology in the laundry room? At the kitchen sink? In the daily, mundane, never-ending work of home?
Phylicia Masonheimer — founder of Every Woman a Theologian and author of Every Home a Foundation — joins me for a brutally honest and convicting conversation. We talk about her secret addiction that started at 12, how it drove her to Christ, why your h
70. A Pen, a Notebook, and One Question: How to Actually Study Your Bible with Glenna Marshall
I brought back one of your favorite guests — Glenna Marshall. You may remember her from our conversation earlier this year on memorizing scripture (if you missed that one, go back and listen — it is SO good). Today, Glenna and I are talking about how to move from simply reading the Bible to actually studying it.
Glenna gives us a simple, doable framework to start tomorrow — no fancy tools require
69. The World Is Discipling You. Do You Even Know It? | Elizabeth Woodson
"Don't copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think." — Romans 12:2 NLT
You are being discipled right now. The only question is — by who?
That's what my pastor says from the pulpit all the time, and it's the heart of my conversation today with Elizabeth Woodson. Elizabeth is a Bible teacher, DTS graduate, author of Habits
68. The Only Weapon You Have — and You're Not Using It | Natalie Abbott
What are you telling yourself at 2 AM when your heart is racing and the lies are loud?
Natalie Abbott — co-founder of Dwell Differently and co-author of Dwell Differently: Overcome Negative Thinking with the Simple Practice of Memorizing God's Truth — joins me to talk about the spiritual discipline of Bible memorization. But this isn't a guilt trip about doing more. It's an invitation to slow dow
67. She Read the Bible with a Stranger for Two Years. Here's What Happened. | Sharonda Cooper
"How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news." — Romans 10:15
Most of us know the Great Commission. We know we're called to make disciples. So why aren't we sharing the gospel? I sat down with Bible teacher and author Sharonda Cooper to talk about the spiritual discipline of evangelism — and she's convinced the biggest thing holding us back isn't a lack of knowledge or training. It's
66. You're Already a Morning Person (Yes, Even You) | Jennifer Dukes Lee
What if you're already a morning person — and you just don't know it yet?
I sat down with bestselling author and self-described "morning evangelist" Jennifer Dukes Lee to talk about her brand-new book, How to Love Your Morning. After studying every one of the 200+ mornings in Scripture, Jennifer is convinced that being a morning person isn't a clock thing — it's a God thing. Because God is a morn
65. The Truth About a Life Full of Worship ft. Emily Jensen
What if worship isn’t just something you do on Sunday—but something you’re doing all day, every day?In this episode of No Matter What, Hannah sits down with author and Risen Motherhood co-founder Emily Jensen to unpack the true meaning of worship. Together, they explore how worship goes far beyond music and church attendance—it’s about your heart, your habits, and what you’re truly living for.Emil
64. Tara-Leigh Cobble: What Actually Happens When You Read the Bible Daily REPLAY
What do you do when life gets really hard?In this replay episode of No Matter What, Hanna sits down with Tara-Leigh Cobble (host of The Bible Recap) to talk about how God’s Word sustains us through life’s most difficult seasons.Even though this conversation originally aired in 2020, its message is just as powerful today—maybe even more. Tara shares her personal story of walking through hardship an
63. Why Holiness Isn’t About Trying Harder ft. Tasha Calvert
What if holiness isn’t restrictive… but freeing?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna sits down with author and women’s minister Tasha Calvert to talk about one of the most misunderstood—and avoided—topics in the Christian life: holiness.Tasha shares why holiness isn’t about perfection or performance, but about surrender. Together, they unpack what it really means to live “set apart” in a cultu
62. How to Stop Overcomplicating Your Faith ft.Hosanna Wong
What if your current season of life isn’t keeping you from God… but is actually the very place He wants to meet you?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna sits down with Hosanna Wong to talk about her new book, Uncomplicate It, and the freedom of connecting with God in your real, everyday life—not just in an ideal one.If you’ve ever felt guilty because your spiritual life doesn’t look the way it
61. Why Writing Things Down Might Change Your Spiritual Life (Even If You Hate Journaling) ft. Lucas LeFevre
What if one simple practice could help you process your emotions, hear God more clearly, and find peace in the middle of overwhelm?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with Lucas LeFevre, creator of Holy Work Journaling, to talk about the spiritual and scientific power of journaling. Lucas shares the deeply personal story of how journaling helped save his marriage, confront h
60. How to Disciple Your Kids Without Feeling Behind ft. Melissa Kruger
What does discipling your kids actually look like in real life when you already feel behind in your own spiritual life?
In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with author and Bible teacher Melissa Kruger to talk about family discipleship, spiritual habits, and how parents can build a scripture-shaped home without pressure to do everything perfectly. Melissa shares why small,
59. The Marriage Shift That Changes Everything ft. Amanda Hayhurst
What if the breakthrough in your marriage doesn’t start with your spouse… but with you?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with Amanda Hayhurst, author of Pray for Him and Pray for Her, to talk about what happens when you stop trying to fix your spouse—and start faithfully praying instead.Amanda shares her raw story of a struggling marriage, the turning point that changed ev
58. How Understanding God's Story Changes Yours ft. Courtney Doctor
How should we read the Bible? Is it a collection of inspiring verses—or one unified story?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with Bible teacher and author Courtney Doctor to talk about how understanding the Bible as one cohesive story—from Genesis to Revelation—changes the way we read Scripture and live our everyday lives.Courtney shares how seeing the Bible as a continuous
57. Getting Through What You're Going Through ft. Tanner Olson
Poet and speaker Tanner Olson returns to No Matter What to talk about his new book, Getting Through What You’re Going Through, and what it really looks like to cling to hope when life feels heavy.
In this honest conversation, Hanna and Tanner talk about depression, anxiety, burnout, infertility, stress, and the quiet, steady presence of joy. They wrestle with waiting on God, learning to trust H
56. How God's Pursuit Changes Everything ft. Whitney Lowe
Does God feel distant right now? What if He’s actually closer than you think?In this episode of No Matter What with Hanna Seymour, Hanna sits down with author Whitney Lowe to talk about her new book Called Back to Who You Are and the life-changing truth that God pursues us.From the book of Hosea to Luke 15, from seasons of discipline to seasons of manna-in-the-desert dependence, this conversation
55. Why Prayer Feels So Hard (And What to Do About It) ft. Paul Miller
We all want a better prayer life — but most of us feel distracted, inconsistent, or unsure if it even matters.In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with bestselling author Paul Miller (A Praying Life, A Praying Church, The J-Curve) to talk honestly about why prayer feels so hard — and how we can approach God like beloved children instead of spiritual performers.They discuss un
54. How to Start Memorizing Scripture (Even if You're Busy) ft. Glenna Marshall
What if memorizing Scripture isn’t just for kids—or “professional Christians”—but a life-changing practice for everyday believers?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with author and Bible teacher Glenna Marshall to talk about the discipline of memorizing Scripture and how it moves us from merely reading God’s Word to truly living it. Glenna shares how Scripture memory transf
53. Faith, Burnout, and Going Again ft. Russell Dickerson
What do you do when you’re living your dream—but feel completely exhausted?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with country music artist Russell Dickerson for an honest conversation about faith, burnout, comparison, and obedience. Russell shares how growing up in church shaped his faith, how his understanding of the Holy Spirit deepened later in life, and how God met him in
52. A Shame-Free Approach to Spiritual Habits- Kailey Dickerson interviews Hanna
Everyday Spiritual Habits is available now!What if spiritual growth wasn’t about doing more—but about becoming someone new in the middle of your real life?In this special No Matter What episode, Hanna Seymour steps out of the host seat to celebrate the launch of her new book, Everyday Spiritual Habits, and is interviewed by her sister-in-law, Kailey Dickerson. Together, they unpack how spiritual f
51. The Spiritual Habits Forming Your Life
What is shaping who you’re becoming?
In this solo episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour reads the opening chapter of her new book, Everyday Spiritual Habits, and invites us into a deeper vision of spiritual formation—one that’s grounded in grace, not guilt.
Hanna explores the difference between spiritual habits and spiritual checklists, why transformation doesn’t happen by trying harder,
50. The Truth About Bible Reading and Spiritual Growth ft. Jen Wilkin
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 spir
49. You Can Let Go ft. Alexandra Hoover
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,
48. Don't Try This Alone ft. Toni Collier
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
47. Tired of Starting Over? Why Small Steps Matter
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 th
46. Advent: Waiting on The God Who Hears
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 in
45. Hustle Culture and Holy Rest ft. Blake Guichet
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 s
44. That's Just Not True ft. Erica Ligenza Gwynn
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 de
43. How Biblical Hospitality Changes Everything ft. Abby Kuykendall
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
42. How to Find Joy in a Life You Don’t Always Like ft. Rachel Awtrey
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
41. How to Stop Living Overwhelmed ft. Tara Sun
Do you ever feel like life is one big balancing act you’re about to drop? 😅
Author and podcaster Tara Sun joins Hanna to talk about what to do when you’re overbooked and overwhelmed. From saying “no” to good things, to finding rest in daily routines, to learning that spiritual maturity is actually dependence on God—this conversation will help you reset your pace and remember what really matters.
40. Ellie Holcomb: You Don’t Have to Earn God’s Love
What if you stopped trying to prove your love to God—and just rested in being loved by Him?
In this tender, tear-filled conversation, Dove Award–winning singer-songwriter Ellie Holcomb joins Hanna Seymour to talk about what it means to be God’s beloved even in the wilderness.
Ellie shares stories behind her newest album Far Country, the grief and longing that shaped it, and how she learned that
39. Sarah Maddack: Pleasing God, Not People
viral “silly song” creator Sarah Maddack joins Hanna to talk about choosing obedience over outcome and learning to please God, not people.
Sarah shares how her unexpected career began with a slug on her rug, how she wrestles with discouragement and comparison in a world driven by numbers and algorithms, and what it looks like to trust God with both creativity and calling. Together, Hanna and Sara
38. Katy Fassett: From “This Will Ruin My Life” to “God, I Trust You”
When Katy’s husband said he wanted to leave his career and become a pastor, her first response was, “That would ruin my life.” In this episode, Katy Fassett shares her raw journey of releasing control, losing identity and income, rebuilding community, and ultimately learning to trust God in motherhood and massive change. Honest, funny, and deeply encouraging for any woman navigating surrender.
In
37. Shannon Leyko: Living Without Excess and Finding Freedom in Christ
Former Miss New York turned military wife, mom of three, and declutter guru, Shannon Leyko has lived about a dozen lives in thirty-seven years — and every one of them has taught her something about freedom, faith, and what really matters.In this episode, Shannon shares her story of walking away from a fear-based religion, rediscovering God’s grace, and learning to live a decluttered life — not bec
36. Ruth Chou Simons: The Secret to an Unhurried Life (Even When You’re Busy)
What does it look like to live a life that’s both productive and unhurried? In this week’s conversation, I sit down with Ruth Chou Simons—Wall Street Journal bestselling author, artist, podcaster, and founder of GraceLaced. Ruth shares from her new book The Way of the Wildflower and helps us see how God uses every season—growth, rest, and even dormancy—to shape us.
We talk about:
Why hurry
35. Katie Faris: Finding Freedom in Our Limits and God's Limitlessness
Motherhood can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and impossible. We often believe the lie that we need to “do it all” or be the perfect mom. But in today’s conversation, author and mom of five, Katie Faris, reminds us that our limits are not failures—they are invitations to depend on the limitless God.Katie and I talk about:
The common lies moms believe about keeping it all together
How suf
34. Cristina Baker: God Can Redeem Anything—The Power of Prayer and Hope
Cristina Baker has lived through homelessness, addiction, and trauma. But in the middle of her darkest moments, she encountered Jesus in a way that changed everything.
Now with over 1 million followers on TikTok, Cristina shares daily prayers and encouragement with millions of people online. She’s the author of Hope in 60 Seconds and her newest book A Minute of Hope: 100 Prayers for Staying Stead
33. Tanner Olson: Finding Hope in Grief and Prayer
In this episode, I sit down with author, spoken word poet, and storyteller, Tanner Olson. Tanner shares how his journey through infertility, adoption, and creative ministry has shaped his faith. Together we talk about prayer, waiting on God’s timing, the coexistence of grief and hope, and what it looks like to live faithfully—even when life doesn’t look the way you expected. His honesty about wres
32. Katie Blackburn: When life looks nothing like you imagined
Katie Blackburn’s story is one of resilience, courage, and God’s faithfulness. As a single mom of six, Katie has walked through unexpected turns she never saw coming. In this conversation, we talk about the power of community, the gift of being vulnerable, and the strength only God can provide when life feels overwhelming. Katie also shares what it’s been like to raise a child with autism, and the
31. Kelly Needham: Redefining Purpose and Greatness
Kelly Needham shares her story of learning what true purpose looks like—in motherhood, ministry, and everyday life. We talk about what it means to rely fully on God, why the small acts of service matter so much, and how to rethink ambition and success in light of the Gospel. We also dive into family rhythms, reading habits, and the tension of wanting to honor God while living in a culture that oft
30. Christy Nockels: Finding Rest in the Chaos
Christy Nockels joins me to share her story as a musician, a mom, and a woman following Jesus. We talk about what it looks like to keep family and faith first, how music can shape parenting, and the ways God has used hardship and surrender to teach her. Christy reminds us to slow down, live in the present, and trust God’s plan—especially when it comes to rest. We also chat about her brand-new lull
29. Jessica Hottle: forgiveness, childhood trauma, and freedom
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 l
28. Ainsley Britain: Break Free from a Toxic Relationship
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 proc
27. Jillian Edwards: Waiting for Clarity
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 a
26. Dr. Deb Gorton: Is Comfort Keeping You Stuck?
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 f
25. Morgan Coyner: When You Can't See God's Goodness
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 t
24. Laura Cooksey: God is in the details (even the hard ones)
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 re
23. Hope Darst: Peace Be Still
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 bel
22. Rebecca Gray: Faith or Fear—It's Your Choice
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
21. Sarah Bauer Anderson: When Politics and Religion Divide Us
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
20. Barbara Rainey: Becoming Who God Made You To Be
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 thin
19. Tara Leigh Cobble: How the Bible Can Change Your Life
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 W
18. Christy Wright: Obedience Isn't About the Outcome
This woman gets me fired up. My friend and fellow enneagram 8, Christy Wright, joins me in the studio to talk about obedience, confidence, humility, and so much more. You're going to want to hear every word of this.
In this episode, we discuss:
How God's invitation to obey Him is for your good
How obedience is often more about our growth than our outcome
How to not get stuck on the couch wait
17. Curtis Zackery: True Rest for Our Souls
The way this guy can recall scripture always blows my mind. Curtis Zackery, or CZ as most know him, shares about a time he was utterly exhausted all in the name of doing work for God and the journey he went on to discover what true rest for our souls can actually look like.
In this episode, we discuss:
How exhaustion is a man-made problem, with a God-created solution
How the message of rest is
16. Jamie Heard: Grief, Surrender, and the Peace That Carried Her
No matter what hardship you may be experiencing, Jamie Heard's story is going to encourage you. It's also going to kick your booty, but she will challenge you, push you, and ultimately encourage you to fix your eyes on Jesus.
In this episode, we discuss:
How God's peace really can surpass all understanding when you fully submit to Him and His will
How to love and serve a God who allows tragedy
15. Kristi McLelland: Trusting God in the Desert
Kristi McLelland is one of my favorite Bible teachers and she's got a story for you about a time when she followed God's leading straight into a desert, and how even in our darkest days, the Living God is better than we will ever know.
In this episode, we discuss:
How to create space in our lives that allows God to fill it
How to trust God in the desert
How walking in the mystery of life with
14. Dwan Hill: Rejection, Identity, and Trusting God Anyway
This is a guy who's opinion I'm always interested in. My friend, Dwan Hill, joins me in the studio to talk about a time when it felt like the door to his entire future was slammed in his face, but how God proved Himself to be bigger and better than he ever thought possible.
In this episode, we discuss:
How to stop seeing rejection as a reflection of your inner worth
How to deal with disappoint
13. Lauren Lianne: Singleness, Surrender, and Trusting God
My friend, Lauren Lianne and I have a very raw conversation about the hardship of singleness, how to trust God with something you so desperately want, and what to do when the doubts creep in that maybe God isn't good or doesn't have your best in mind.
In this episode, we discuss:
How do we navigate the gap between our hopes and reality? How do we be honest about our feelings but also trust God
12. Madeline Roberts: Hating Your Body, Feeling Unworthy & Finding Healing
Something that brought so much pain, has given her a platform to share Christ. If you've ever hated part of your body, skin, or had any kind of insecurity, my friend Madeline Roberts has hope to share.
In this episode, we discuss:
How when we hold onto insecurities, secrets and shame, we live a double life before God.
How we can move from a posture of control to surrender
How practicing grati
11. Gary Thomas: Toxic Relationships & Biblical Wisdom
It's no secret I'm a fan girl of Gary Thomas. His books on dating and marriage have been instrumental in my life. So, when I heard him talk about how to be the person God created you to be in the face of toxic relationships, I knew we had to have him on the show! In our conversation, Gary talks about identify and side-stepping toxic people, but perhaps most importantly, how to identify your missio
10. Marcie Kindred: Letting Go of the Life You Expected
I called up my friend, Marcie Kindred, to share how her child’s special needs diagnosis led her through a season of anger, resentment, and exhaustion—and how, by God’s grace, she found gratitude and joy on the other side..
In this episode, we discuss:
Grieving the loss of expectations and hopes that will never be fulfilled
Knowing God can handle it but doubting whether you can
Being
9. Melinda Doolittle (American Idol): You are Not Your Job
Y'all are not ready for the force that is Melinda Doolittle. She is wise, funny, and can testify of God's goodness all day long. In this episode, Hanna and Melinda talk about how God authored Melinda's story and career, and what happened when covid-19 hit and suddenly Melinda's career was put on hold.
In this episode, we discuss:
How different God's plans were than what Melinda thought her l
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