Bold Mercies

A few weeks ago I posted an honest caption about my personal prayer journey through disillusionment. I had a friend comment and then send me a thoughtful DM. After a short conversation, I invited her to come talk with me about prayer. What follows is our honest, vulnerable, and hopeful conversation about prayer and it's place in our lives.We are glad you are here! Join us.Resources:Subscribe to Heather's Monthly Bible Study Newsletter, Show Us Your Glory. Click HERE

For many the Bible can feel daunting. It's hard to know where to begin, and what in the world do we do with passages that are confusing, and perhaps even a bit shocking? Well my guest today is going to share a bit of her testimony about how she began studying God's Word, what she would do if opening the Bible for the first time, and how she studies the Psalms. She has a wonderful Bible Study on the entire book of Psalms available on Amazon. You can find out more about it HERE. Thank you ...

With Easter just behind us, I have been lost in the lingering echoes of Holy Week. While reading the Bible demands we place ourselves in the context of the narrative, the echoes of the text allow us to extrapolate the Biblical stories into our current life. Then these echoes act as a bridge, bringing the stories of the past to lessons for our present. Join us to listen to my most recent blog post about Peter's bold alignment with His Suffering Savior. Resources:https://heatherjjonsson.com/

I'm so happy to welcome up-and-coming author, Emily Schuch, to the podcast today! Emily's new book, Majoring in Motherhood, A Crash Course in Gospel Truth for the Hardest, Messiest, Most Glorious Job in the World, will be available around Mother's Day. I have read the book, and it is such a delight. You will love her, love the encouragement she brings to Moms of young children, and feel right at home in her warmth. Since ya'll know I love studying the Word of God, I especially loved...

Eloisa Rice is my amazing guest on the podcast today! Eloisa is originally from the Philippines--born and raised. Now she's a wife and a mom of 3 who has a penchant for theology. She is part of a team that teaches a 9-month long Inductive Study of the New Testament books, while also been the chairperson of 2 women's conferences geared towards fostering deep knowledge and love for God through the Bible. The Lord has called Eloisa to help disciple women towards true spirituality and perseveranc...

Almost 2 years ago Barb Achoa was diagnosed with a kidney disease, which required dialysis 3 days a week. After that, her life drastically altered. But her trust in God remained the same. And God saw her through! Do you remember the children's song, Trust and Obey?"Trust and obey, for there's no other way, to be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey."The trust of Barb is exemplary of what Jesus spoke of when He said, "Unless you turn and become like children you will never enter the Kingdom o...

You can tell by the beautiful energy in my guest's voice today that she loves God's Word! She loves studying the Word, digging deep into the context and meaning, and teaching all that she has learned. My hope is that from this episode you will learn something new about Jesus, but more importantly that you will catch the passion for God's Word that Kristina contagiously carries. We are glad you are here with us today! Join us!Resources:Signup to receive God, Show me Your Glory Bible Study, a m...

If you have ever had questions about some of the sticky Biblical passages related to women and the church, such as the teachings on women and head coverings, or a women exercising authority, then today's episode is for you! Dr. Cynthia Hester has a Doctor of Ministry from Dallas Theological Seminary and did her dissertation on women in the church - so today she is our resident pro! Of course we can't cover all the things in one episode, but I do love how Cynthia offers us a broad theology on ...

As a night time ER Social Worker, Amee is able to bring hope and comfort and peace to families when they hit rock bottom. Believe me, Satan is trying to wreak havoc, but then Amee appears, and pierces the darkness with light. We chat about her work, both the good and the ugly, how she maintains soul care that sticks, some of her favorite Bible verses, and finally she wraps up with a great word for parents. We are so glad you are here. Join us!Resources:Sign up to receive Heather's free monthl...

For those of us struggling with our body image, or aging, or a mother to girls, or if you are a teenager...hello, all women in American...I have a very special podcast episode just for you! Amanda says something at the end of the podcast that really stood out to me! She said, "We don't need a crutch, we need a cornerstone." We don't need a new diet, or botox, or a better filter, or lotion, or surgery. You are completely complete in who God created you to be. So go on out and shine forth your ...