Today's episode is with Jessica Ronne—author, speaker, nonprofit executive director, documentary producer, and a mother of eight, including a son with profound disabilities. Jessica’s newest devotional, Caregiving with Grit and Grace, is a powerful resource of encouragement and hope for caregivers navigating the complexities of caregiving.

Jessica shares her journey of faith, beginning with her son Lucas’ diagnosis after a devastating stroke and the heartbreaking season of walking alongside her late husband through brain cancer. Through these experiences, Jessica’s relationship with God deepened as He shepherded her through unimaginable pain, strengthening her trust and surrender to His plan.

In this episode, Jessica opens up about:

• How God transformed her understanding of His role as a loving Father during her most difficult seasons.

• The importance of self-care for caregivers and trusting God in seasons of exhaustion and burnout.

• Why caregivers need recognition, respite, and tangible support—and how her nonprofit seeks to meet those needs.

• Stories of caregiving challenges and the importance of community support, even in long-term situations where help often fades over time.

• The inspiration behind her devotional and how it became a lifeline during her hardest moments.

Jessica also encourages us to surrender our plans to God and trust that He is working for our good, even when we don’t understand His timing or will.

Whether you’re a caregiver or know someone walking this road, Jessica’s message is a beacon of hope and practical wisdom for finding strength in God’s presence.

Bio:

Jessica Ronne is an author, speaker, podcast host of Coffee with Caregivers, associate producer of the “Unseen Documentary,” and caregiver advocate. She is founder and executive director of The Lucas Project, a non-profit dedicated to serving parent caregivers with recognition, respite, and resources.

She and her husband Ryan live in Michigan with their eight children, including their son Lucas who has profound disabilities. Her story of beauty from ashes is detailed in her memoir “Sunlight Burning at Midnight.”

Anchor Verses:

Psalm 23

Luke 22: 39-44

Connect with Jess:

Website: https://www.jessplusthemess.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/jessplusthemess

FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AcdtaY5Mz/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Learn about her nonprofit and caregiving resources: The Lucas Project

Order Jessica’s newest devotional, Caregiving with Grit and Grace: Available here.

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Christy Boulware, author of Nervous Breakthrough, as she shares her powerful journey through anxiety and panic attacks. From being a successful corporate go-getter to experiencing her first panic attack on a beach in Cancun, Christy opens up about the long, hard road to healing and how she found peace in surrendering to God. Christy discusses the importance of addressing anxiety through a holistic approach that includes physical, emotional, and spiritual care. Tune in as we dive into her story of finding freedom and how God’s faithfulness helped her break through the chains of fear and anxiety.

Key Points:

• Christy’s panic attack experience on a beach in Cancun led her down a long journey of healing and recovery.

• Navigating anxiety and panic required more than just spiritual growth—it took therapy, medication, and time to heal.

• Christy emphasizes the importance of a whole body, soul, and spirit approach to healing, not just focusing on one aspect of mental health.

• She shares the significance of surrendering control to God and how her relationship with Him deepened throughout her healing process.

• Understanding the signs of anxiety through “smoke alarms” in the body can help prevent burnout and panic.

If you’re struggling with anxiety, know that you are not alone. God has not given you a spirit of fear. Surrender to Him, seek the help you need, and trust that healing is possible. Share this episode with someone who needs hope today.

Bio:

Christy Boulware suffered a nervous breakdown caused by severe panic and anxiety disorder in 2011. Her pain turned into purpose, and she founded Fearless Unite, a non-profit organization. She is an international speaker, author of Nervous Breakthrough, bible study creator, and leader. Christy's biggest passion in life is to see men and women of all ages overcome fear and anxiety by stepping into their God-given purpose and identity. She is happily married to the love of her life, Troy. They have three beautiful children together.

Anchor Verses:

Psalm 121:2

Isaiah 55:9

2 Timothy 1:7

Isaiah 26:34

Connect with Christy and Fearless Unite:

Website: https://www.christyboulware.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/christymboulware

Fearless Unite: 

Website: https://www.fearlessunite.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/fearlessunite

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In this powerful and heartfelt episode, I’m joined by the incredible Tawana Lowery—an author, international speaker, and women’s leadership coach with over 20 years of experience empowering women of faith. Tawana shares her deeply personal story of overcoming unimaginable trials, including grief, divorce, and trauma, and how God turned her pain into purpose.

Tawana’s journey reminds us that no matter how broken we feel, God can use our experiences to build a beautiful testimony and equip us to lead and serve others. We discuss:

* Her “trifecta of grief” and how God met her in the hardest moments.

* The moment she realized her pain wasn’t a liability but her résumé for empowering others.

* How her ministry, Miss Overcomer, is equipping women to reclaim their courage, rediscover their identity, and maximize their potential.

* Why transformational prayer and hearing God’s voice are critical for the days ahead.

Tawana’s passion for helping women step boldly into their God-given calling is contagious. Whether you’re facing challenges, stepping into a new season, or looking for encouragement to keep going, this episode will inspire you to rise up, trust God, and keep moving forward.

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🎙️ Tune in now to hear Tawana’s powerful story and learn how to walk boldly into the calling God has placed on your life!

Bio:

Tawana Lowery is a dynamic figure in the world of Women’s Leadership and Personal Growth. She has devoted more than 20 years of her career Empowering Women of Faith in her role as Leadership Coach, Best Selling Author, International Speaker and YouTube Host, Tawana is also the Executive Director of Miss Overcomer Global... an International Leadership Training and Empowerment Center for Women of Faith (www.MissOvercomer.com). She loves sharing her Overcomer Journey that spans more than 3 Decades of Tragedy and Loss.

Anchor Verse:

Psalm 37

Connect with Tawana:

Website:  https://missovercomer.com

FBK Group: Miss Overcomer Global | Facebook

Calendar: https://calendly.com/asktawanalowery/60min

YouTube: (53) Miss Overcomer Global - YouTube

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In this episode, I sit down with Kyle Winkler, author of Permission to Be Imperfect: How to Strive Less, Stress Less, and Sin Less. Kyle shares his personal journey of overcoming insecurity, striving, and the weight of perfectionism through the transformative power of God’s grace.

We dive into:

* Kyle’s faith journey, from childhood struggles with shyness to finding freedom in God’s unconditional love.

* The dangers of turning faith into a self-improvement project and how striving often makes things worse.

* Why understanding that Jesus came because we can’t be perfect changes everything.

* How Kyle’s app, Shut Up, Devil!, empowers believers to overcome lies with the truth of Scripture.

* The beauty of deconstructing harmful beliefs under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and discovering the true character of God.

* Moving from living for God’s approval to living from His approval as His beloved children.

This conversation will encourage you to take a deep breath, step off the treadmill of striving, and embrace the freedom Jesus died to give you.

Resources Mentioned:

* Kyle Winkler’s book: Permission to Be Imperfect

* Kyle Winkler’s app: Shut Up, Devil!

Tune in now for a refreshing perspective on God’s grace and permission to live as the wonderfully imperfect person He made you to be!

Bio:

Kyle Winkler is a practical Bible teacher who equips people to live in victory. His highly acclaimed mobile app, Shut Up, Devil!, ranks as a top Christian app. As an author, sought-after speaker, and frequent guest on Christian media, including TBN’s Praise the Lord, The 700 Club, and Sid Roth’s It’s Supernatural!, Kyle is known for using his own story to boast in the power of God’s Word for victory over fear, insecurity, and issues of the past.

Kyle holds an MDiv in biblical studies from Regent University.

Anchor Verses:

Ephesians 3:17

Connect with Kyle:

Website: https://www.kylewinkler.org

IG: https://www.instagram.com/kylejwinkler

FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/1E2fgLPBiF/?mibextid=LQQJ4d

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend, author, and speaker Tiffany Bluhm. Tiffany is a powerful voice on the intersection of women’s liberation, spiritual formation, justice, and leadership. She’s also the Executive Director of a foundation development organization in the Pacific Northwest, a wife, and mom to two sons.

Tiffany shares her incredible journey of being adopted as a young child from India, growing up in a predominantly white community, and finding freedom and belonging in the Gospel. Her story is a testament to God’s redeeming love and how He meets us in every corner of our lives.

We also dive into her newest book, The Women We’ve Been Waiting For, where Tiffany highlights women throughout history—biblical and modern—who have modeled resilience, leadership, and faith. From the courage of Queen Esther to the boldness of the women in St. Augustine, California, Tiffany challenges us to recognize how our ordinary actions can lead to extraordinary impact.

Listen in as Tiffany shares:

-How she found confidence and healing in the kindness and goodness of God

-The lessons we can learn from women in scripture and history who thrived amidst chaos and challenge.

-Practical encouragement for embracing your unique story as a purpose.

Whether you’re a woman seeking liberation, a leader navigating chaotic times, or someone longing to see the beauty of God’s work in your life, this conversation will leave you inspired to live with courage and intention.

Bio:

Tiffany Bluhm is a speaker and writer with more than fifteen years of experience in ministry and nonprofit leadership. She is the author of Never Alone, She Dreams, and Prey Tell and former cohost of the Why Tho? podcast. She speaks at conferences, companies, and churches around the world, and her work has been featured in Publishers Weekly and Sojourners. As a minority, immigrant woman with an interracial family, Bluhm is passionate about inviting all to the table of faith, equality, justice, and dignity. She lives in the Pacific Northwest.

Anchor Verses:

Psalm 40: 1-3

Connect with Tiffany:

Website: https://www.tiffanybluhm.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanybluhm

FB: https://www.facebook.com/TiffanyABluhm/

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Today, I am joined by award-winning journalist, pastor, and author Lee Weeks to discuss his powerful new book, Sunday at the Tracks. Lee shares his journey from growing up as a preacher’s kid to pursuing a journalism career, and how God redirected his path into ministry and storytelling.

In Sunday at the Tracks, Lee highlights 36 powerful faith stories from the NASCAR community, including drivers, crew members, and families. From triumphs on the track to personal battles with loss, addiction, and faith, these stories reveal how God is at work in the lives of people in one of America’s most beloved sports.

Tune in to hear:

Whether you’re a NASCAR fan or simply looking for stories of God’s grace, Sunday at the Tracks is a book that will inspire you to trust in God’s faithfulness, no matter what race you’re running.

Bio:

Lee Weeks is an author, journalist, editor, communication strategist, and former senior pastor. He holds a bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a master's degree with biblical languages from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, Wake Forest, North Carolina. Lee is passionate about communicating the life-changing message of the gospel in clear, creative, and compelling ways as expressed in Scripture and exemplified in real-life stories of people who have been transformed by God's redemptive work in their own lives.

Anchor Verse:

Romans 8:28

Connect with Lee:

Website: https://lee-weeks.com

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lee.weeks.50

*Get Sunday at the Tracks wherever you purchase books!

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In today's episode, I sit down with Donna Amidon, a wife, mom, musician, and Bible teacher, to talk about her freedom story and her book, Tracing His Promise. Donna shares how a simple ornament exchange sparked a deep revelation of Jesus’ presence throughout the Old Testament, transforming her family’s Advent tradition into a faith-filled journey.

We explore the concept of the Jesse Tree, a meaningful way to trace God’s promises from Genesis to the birth of Christ. Donna also opens up about how Scripture, particularly 1 Peter 5:10, anchored her through seasons of personal suffering and loss. She reminds us that even when life feels like a "cut-down stump," God sees opportunities for new life and restoration.

Donna’s book is a powerful guide for anyone seeking to see Christ in fresh ways. Whether you’re looking to refocus this Advent season, strengthen your faith, or engage your family in a Christ-centered tradition, this episode is for you.

Bio:

Donna Amidon is a graduate of Southern Evangelical Seminary and a dedicated teacher at Back to the Bible. She’s a seasoned speaker at women’s events and conferences, bringing insights from years of leading women’s Bible studies. She has held various church roles, including pastor’s wife, worship leader, small group director, and student ministry leader. Donna and her husband make their home in Virginia with their two children. Donna’s first book, Tracing His Promise, includes illustrations from her daughter Charity who is a talented artist.

Anchor Verse:

1 Peter 5: 10

Connect with Donna:

Website: https://www.donnaamidon.org

IG: https://www.instagram.com/donnaamidon

FB: https://www.facebook.com/share/19S44ZB417/?mibextid=LQQJ4d

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In this episode, I’m honored to introduce you to Liza Lovett, someone I connected with through a podcasting group. Liza shares her powerful story of surviving and healing after six years in a Christian cult. Her journey of disentangling her beliefs, rediscovering God’s true character, and finding peace offers hope to anyone navigating spiritual trauma.

Liza now works with survivors of abuse, with a specific focus on religious abuse, providing education, resources, and support to those on their healing journeys. She shares about her experiences with deliverance, the emotional toll of leaving a cult, and the hard work of rebuilding her faith and relationship with God.

We also discuss her book, Whispers of the Lake, and the power of leaning into Scripture during seasons of pain. Liza highlights the importance of practical tools like therapy, faith-based healing, and the kindness of community in the recovery process.

This conversation is raw, healing, and filled with grace for anyone who has faced abuse in a spiritual context. We pray that it will cause you to not only evaluate where you are in your personal relationship with God and what His Word is revealing to you, but also to encourage others to do the same.

Bio:

If you have ever experienced religious or sexual abuse, then you will want to hear Liza’s story about healing from religious and sexual abuse in a relationship with God. 

Liza is a Christian Speaker, writer, author, and founder of The Warriors Community. Liza writes and speaks about her personal experience with religious and sexual abuse, and how God is healer and restorer of all things. Liza uses her trauma training experience to bring awareness to the Christian church about what religious and sexual abuse can look like, how to support someone who has experienced the abuse, and healing tools and resources. 

Liza’s heart is to remind survivors that God did not hurt them, people did. Liza uses her story, trauma training, and scripture to help survivors move along in their healing journey, feel heard and seen, equip the church body, and introduce survivors to a God who loves, heals, and restores.

Anchor Verses:

Psalm 34: 18

Proverbs 3: 24

Connect with Liza:

LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thewarriorscommunity

FB: FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561021531560&mibextid=LQQJ4

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mrslizalovett

Whispers of the Lake Book: https://amzn.to/47zyaSv  

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On today's episode, we explore the new release of Emotional Confidence by Alicia Michelle. Alicia’s powerful story of overcoming perfectionism and learning to embrace her emotions through a medical crisis led her to develop tools for other women facing similar battles. We talk about:

Join us to learn how to invite God into the journey of emotional processing and gain confidence in handling life’s challenges with grace and truth.

Bio:

Alicia Michelle, ACC, CPLC is an ICF-certified Christian life coach and NeuroCoach, author of Emotional Confidence, popular conference speaker, and multi-award-winning podcast host of the top-ranked podcast The Christian Mindset Coach with Alicia Michelle. Through her coaching and courses Alicia has equipped thousands of women with practical brain-and-biblically-based tools to manage emotions and rewire toxic thought patterns for more calm, confidence and joy. She loves to travel, cook, draw, paint and savor life with her beloved husband, four kids and four dogs. 

Anchor Verses:

Psalms

Exodus 14

Connect with Alicia:

Website: AliciaMichelle.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/aliciamichellecoach 

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Today, we’re starting season 15 off by diving into a powerful conversation on mental health, beauty, and the healing power of quietness with Sarah Clarkson, author of Reclaiming Quiet. Growing up in a Christian home, Sarah faced a traumatic diagnosis of OCD at the age of 17 and battled intrusive, troubling thoughts. In the midst of her struggle, she grappled with doubts about God's goodness, especially as the world around her seemed to mirror her inner chaos. Yet, it was through glimpses of beauty—whether in nature, literature like Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings, or the touch of a loved one—that she found an anchor for her faith.

Sarah’s journey reveals how God often breaks into our darkest moments in subtle, beautiful ways, reminding us to "taste and see that the Lord is good." She shares her insight into how cultivating quiet isn’t about withdrawing from the world, but about listening for God's voice amid life’s noise. By setting intentional rhythms, practicing liturgical prayers, and honoring her limits as a finite being, Sarah found a way to reclaim her peace and deepen her connection with the infinite God. With anchor verses like Psalm 27 and Psalm 37, Sarah’s story is one of choosing beauty, quietness, and trust in God’s goodness—even when life feels overwhelming.

Be sure to check out Sarah Clarkson’s Reclaiming Quiet, available starting tomorrow. This is a book for anyone longing to find peace amid mental health struggles, busyness, and doubts, and to discover that God is present, creating beauty even in our brokenness.

Bio:

Sarah Clarkson is a writer exploring the realms of beauty and quiet, suffering and imagination. She's the author of seven books, including the upcoming Reclaiming Quiet: Cultivating a Life of Holy Attention. She studied theology (B.Th, MSt in modern doctrine) at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford, and lives in an old vicarage with her Anglican priest husband and four small children.

Anchor Verses:

Psalm 27

Psalm 37

Connect with Sarah:

Website: sarahclarkson.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sarahwanders/ 

Blog: From the Vicarage (⁠sarahclarkson.substack.com⁠).

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