Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing

Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing

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  • Ep 17: Called, Empowered, Obedient: Stepping into Your Kingdom CEO Identity with Tierney Shirrell

    Do you know you’re a beloved daughter of the King in your head, but struggle to actually live from that identity in your heart and everyday life? In this episode, I sit down again with my dear friend Tierney Shirrell to talk about what it really looks like to release our expectations, receive God’s love, and step boldly into the call on our lives.

    Tierney shares the story behind her upcoming Live Bold virtual experience, why God had her pivot from in-person to online, and how He used the word “release” to completely reframe her vision. We talk about letting go of control, surrendering timelines, and trusting that God is not limited by a physical room—He moves just as powerfully through a Zoom room as He does when we’re shoulder to shoulder.

    We also dive into her Kingdom CEO framework—not CEO the way the world defines it, but Called, Empowered, and Obedient—and how this applies to women with big, God-given dreams: authors, entrepreneurs, ministry leaders, visionaries, and anyone who feels that holy nudge that “there is more.”

    • Daughter before “doer”
      How shifting from “I know I’m God’s daughter” to actually receiving His fatherly, “Daddy” love changes the way we show up, lead, and love others.

    • Release as a pathway to power
      Letting go of expectations, disappointments, fear, perfectionism, and hustle so we can receive the power of the Holy Spirit and release Heaven’s impact into our communities, clients, and homes.

    • From inspiration to integration
      Why so many conference notebooks end up on a shelf—and how Tierney is designing the Live Bold virtual experience to move you from information, to revelation, to real-life implementation in your body, soul, and spirit.

    In this conversation, we talk about practical ways to meet with God that fit your actual life (and wiring), how conviction from the Holy Spirit is always an invitation—not shame—and why obedience often looks like stepping out while your knees are still shaking. Tierney reminds us that there are people praying right now for what God has placed inside of you—a book, a podcast, a ministry, a business, or a message—and your “yes” matters more than you know.

    By the end of this episode, you’ll feel encouraged to get in the room, even if it’s a virtual one, to be stretched, supported, and surrounded by women who are running after God’s heart and His assignments—with you.

    If your spirit is stirring and you know God is calling you higher, come join us for the Live Bold virtual experience and take the next step in walking out your Kingdom CEO identity.

    Be sure to connect with Tierney at the details provided below so you can register, stay updated on future in-person events, and plug into her ongoing community and podcast.


    Links - 


    Website - https://www.tierneyshirrell.com/


    Text Community -  Text CEO to (928) 361-7207 for a FREE gift!  https://pb-site.com/t/TCGGtdwDBR7


    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tierneyshirrell/


    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tierneyshirrell


    Podcast - https://liveboldmovement.libsyn.com/


    JoyFull Entrepreneur Books - Volume 2 and Volume 3 or order Signed Copies Here


    YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@Live.BOLD.Movement


    Live BOLD Virtual Experience - This is not just another online workshop where you absorb a bunch of information and go back to your life. This is an interactive experience with powerful activations designed for you to become the Kingdom CEO God created you to be - Called. Empowered. Obedient.


    Session 1 - CALLED: Release the Lies, Own Your Story

    Session 2 - EMPOWERED: Release the Fear, Unleash Heaven's Power

    Session 3 - OBEDIENT: Release the Control, Build with Confidence


     Tuesday, February 17th

     9 AM PST / 12 PM EST

     Live on Zoom

    Registration only $29 -  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980910467533?aff=oddtdtcreator

    Shawna's #1 Best Selling book, Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Amazon!! and Barnes & Noble too!

    29 min
  • Ep 16: Worthy from the Start with Jan Touchberry

    Get ready for a heartwarming and hope-filled episode as I sit down with the incredible Jan Touchberry! Together, we unwrap the embers of past struggles and spark fresh conversations about faith, worth, and the power of community. Jan’s story shines as she reveals her journey of adoption, the lessons learned through “flame moments,” and the ways God transformed her worries into worship. This episode is for anyone seeking healing, courage, and a reminder that you are created for a purpose.

    Jan invites us to peel back the layers, lay down our burdens, and embrace the truth of our identity—no matter the whispers that tell us otherwise.

    • Jan’s adoption journey and reconnecting with her birth mother: discovering faith and identity through life’s biggest questions.
    • Confronting perfectionism and self-worth: tracing these struggles to their roots and learning to silence the lies with God’s truth.
    • Building sisterhood beyond borders: launching a new online Bible study to help women stop, listen, and lean into God together.

    In this inspiring episode, Jan Touchberry’s story reminds us that even the hottest flames can refine us, not define us. We chat about the power of embracing who you are, letting go of perfectionism, and finding community right where you are (even via Zoom, in the middle of a busy week!). If you’ve ever wrestled with your worth or wondered how God can use your story, pour a cup of coffee and join us—you’ll leave encouraged, uplifted, and ready to step boldly into your own calling.


    Want to connect with Jan and join the community? All the details are provided below—don’t miss the chance to be part of her powerful journey!

    January 14th will be the first Visibility Blueprint workshop. If you want to increase your visibility and your Kingdom collaboration in 2026 - this is for you!

    You can find all the info at https://jantouchberry.com/visibilityYou can also connect with Jan via email or her website jantouchberry.comWhere to find Shawna:

    Shawna's #1 Best Selling book, Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Amazon!!


    Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Barnes & Noble too!

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    29 min
  • Ep 15: Unraveling & Rewriting: Healing Hearts and New Beginnings with Elizabeth Thorndike

    Oh friends, you are in for a treat today! I’m sitting down with my beautiful sister, Elizabeth Thorndike, whose heart for special needs families, adoption, and authentic sisterhood will absolutely inspire you. Elizabeth shares her wild, wonderful life as a mom of five, wife, ministry leader, and champion for the unseen. We laugh, we get real, and we dive deep into what it means to be truly chosen—even when life feels like a three-ring circus! Get ready for stories of crazy love, healing, and the power of saying “yes” to God’s call, even when it’s scary. Grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s do this together!

    Hot Topics:

    • The heart and hustle behind Moment to Moment Ministries: loving on special needs families and their siblings
    • Healing from childhood loss and learning to receive the love of a Heavenly Father
    • Building authentic sisterhood and finding your safe circle—even when it feels impossible

    In this episode, Elizabeth opens up about her journey from feeling unseen and unworthy to embracing her identity as chosen and cherished by God. We talk about the messy beauty of adoption, the challenges and joys of raising a big, blended family, and the importance of community for women walking through hard seasons. Elizabeth’s vulnerability and wisdom will encourage you to step out of isolation, receive God’s love, and find your own circle of support. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or just someone longing for deeper connection, this conversation is for you.


    Want to connect with Elizabeth or learn more about her ministry? Check out the details provided below and reach out—she’d love to hear from you!

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    43 min
  • Ep 14: The Beauty Grace Built with Amber Hunt

    Join me as I sit down with the incredible Amber Hunt, a woman whose story will move you, inspire you, and remind you that even in our darkest moments, hope is never out of reach.

    In this episode, Amber opens up about unimaginable loss, the power of faith, and how she transformed her pain into purpose. We laugh, we cry, and we celebrate the resilience that comes from letting go of control and letting grace lead the way. Amber’s journey is a testament to the miracles that can unfold when we choose to trust, heal, and share our stories with the world.

    • Turning trauma into transformation: Amber’s raw account of loss, grief, and the healing power of faith

    • Building community and breaking the silence: Why Amber started the Bound by Grace podcast and how it’s changing lives

    • Letting go and letting God: The surprising ways grace shows up when we surrender control

    Throughout our conversation, Amber shares her deeply personal journey through heartbreak, healing, and ultimately, hope. Her vulnerability and wisdom shine as she recounts the challenges she’s faced and the ways she’s found strength in faith and community. Whether you’re walking through your own season of struggle or supporting someone who is, Amber’s story offers a powerful reminder that you are never alone—and that new beginnings are possible, even after the hardest storms.

    Amber’s story is one you’ll want to share with anyone who needs a reminder that they’re never too broken for a new beginning.


    Connect with Amber

    Bound By Grace Podcast

    Get Amber's 20 day workbook "Transformation from Your Trauma" Get Hardcopy Here and Get Digital Copy Here

    Where to find Shawna:

    Shawna's #1 Best Selling book, Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Amazon!!


    Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Barnes & Noble too!


    Hang out with Shawna on Instagram

    ⁠⁠You can read more from Shawna at Christianity.com

    33 min
  • Ep 13: The Rejection Reboot: Sisterhood, Healing & Second Chances

    Hey friends! In this episode, we’re getting real about the sting of rejection and the beauty that blooms when we choose community over isolation. I’m sharing my own journey—awkward moments, brave steps, and all—so we can laugh, heal, and grow together.

    We’ll talk about how to flip judgment into kindness, why God’s love never wavers (even when people do), and how to step boldly into the sisterhood you were made for. Grab your journal, your favorite mug, and let’s dive in!

    • Turning Rejection into Redirection: How God uses closed doors to guide us to better places.

    • Healing Old Hurts: Practical steps for letting go of past pain and embracing your true identity.

    • Building Brave Community: Creating safe spaces for women to show up, be seen, and support each other—no mean girls allowed!

    In this heartfelt episode, I unpack the layers of rejection, judgment, and the longing for belonging. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, I reveal how healing happens in community and how every woman can move from feeling unworthy to shining with confidence and compassion. Whether you’re wrestling with old wounds or ready to step into new friendships, this episode is your invitation to choose love, let go of shame, and remember you are chosen.If this episode spoke to your heart, share it with a friend who needs a little encouragement today. Let’s build a community where every woman knows she belongs!


    Where to find Shawna:

    Shawna's #1 Best Selling book, Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Amazon!! And please come back and leave a review.

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    Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Barnes & Noble too!

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    You can read more from Shawna at Christianity.com

    30 min
  • Ep 12: Redemption Runs Deep: Breaking Generational Chains and Choosing Healing with Darcie Lynn Kopecky

    Hey friends! Today, I'm sitting down with the incredible Darcie Lynn Kopecky, who's turning generational trauma into a powerful testimony of hope and healing. Get ready for a raw, real conversation about breaking toxic cycles and stepping into your God-designed destiny!

    Hot Topics:

    • Surviving a Notorious Family History: How One Woman Rewrote Her Story

    • Transforming Shame into Strength: Practical Steps to Healing

    • Understanding Your True Identity Beyond Childhood Wounds

    Darcie's journey will blow your mind - from walking through unimaginable childhood trauma to creating a life-changing transformation program that helps women discover their worth in Christ. She's proof that your past doesn't define your future, and God's redemption is always bigger than your pain.

    If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wondering if healing is possible, this episode is your lifeline. Darcie's vulnerability and powerful message will ignite hope in your heart and remind you that you are NOT alone.

    Connect with Darcie:

    • SOAR Life Transformation Program -My coaching experience is an 8-week one-to-one session. I am currently in a launch pattern to enroll up to 20 women for August/September. Learn more here!
    • Email: [email protected]
    • Instagram
    • Learn more about Darcie's incredible childhood story. Listen Here!

    Grab your coffee, lean in, and let's dive into a story of radical transformation!

    Where to find Shawna:

    Shawna's #1 Best Selling book, Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Amazon!! Click here!


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    You can read more from Shawna at Christianity.com

    32 min
  • Ep 11: Pause Without Quitting: Rest for the Woman Who Keeps Going

    Hey friends! In this episode of, I'm diving deep into something we're ALL feeling - that soul-level exhaustion that comes from constant doing. Life is beautiful but overwhelming, and I'm here to remind you that rest isn't about stopping, it's about inviting peace into every moment.

    • Discovering rest that doesn't mean quitting

    • Learning to breathe through busyness

    • Embracing your becoming without burning out


    In this raw and real conversation, I'll share how Jesus offers us true rest - not by emptying our plate, but by filling our spirit. We'll explore practical ways to find calm right in the middle of your crazy, busy life.

    You are not alone in feeling overwhelmed. You're not behind. God is doing an incredible work in you, and rest is your secret weapon.

    If this message touched your heart, please share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. Let's spread some soul-level peace together! And don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a moment of encouragement.

    Can't wait to connect with you. Breathe deep, beautiful friend. 💕


    Where to find Shawna:

    Shawna's #1 Best Selling book, Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Amazon!! Click here!


    Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Barnes & Noble too!


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    22 min
  • Ep 10: Daughter, Get UP! with Tamika Thomas

    Hey there, beautiful sisters! In this powerful episode, I'm sitting down with the incredible Tamika Thomas - a woman who's walked through fire and emerged stronger, more radiant, and completely transformed by God's grace. We're diving deep into what it means to surrender, heal, and rise up when life tries to knock you down.Hot Topics:

    • Surviving a Stroke: How Stress Nearly Stopped Her and How God Restored Her Completely

    • Breaking Free from Toxic Relationships with Divine Guidance

    • Embracing Your Calling: Why You're Called for More Than You Think

    Tamika shares her raw, vulnerable journey of experiencing a massive stroke at 32, navigating toxic relationships, and learning to truly listen to God's voice. She'll challenge you to stop pretending, drop your protective walls, and allow God to work in those hidden spaces of your heart.

    This conversation isn't just an interview - it's a prophetic invitation to step into your true identity as a daughter of the King. You'll laugh, you might cry, but I promise you'll walk away knowing God has something extraordinary planned for you.

    Don't miss Tamika's FREE "Called for More" masterclass on July 18th! Follow her on Instagram, Click Here to register for "Called for More", and get ready to birth that vision God's placed inside you.


    Check out Tamika's website and follow along on Facebook!

    Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear they're not alone, and let's spread some hope and healing together!

    Where to find Shawna:

    Shawna's #1 Best Selling book, Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Amazon!! Click the link below to order and please come back and leave a review.

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    Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Barnes & Noble too!

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    You can read more from Shawna at Christianity.com


    36 min
  • Ep 9: Parenting, Purpose & God’s Power with Amy Sun

    Hey there, beautiful friends! In this powerful episode, I sit down with the incredible Amy Sun, a beacon of hope and resilience who's walked through fire and emerged stronger than ever. We dive deep into her journey of healing, faith, and transformation - from surviving domestic challenges to becoming a ministry leader, author, and inspiration for moms everywhere.

    • Healing from Trauma: How God Carries Us Through Impossible Seasons
    • Practical Parenting: Raising Children with an Unshakable Faith

    • Intimacy with Jesus: Moving Beyond Head Knowledge to Heart Connection

    Amy shares raw, vulnerable moments of her life, revealing how God's love sustained her through incredible challenges. From writing scripture to discovering her true identity as God's beloved, her story will ignite hope in your heart and remind you that no matter what you're facing, God is faithful.

    If you've ever felt stuck, broken, or overwhelmed, this episode is your lifeline. Amy's journey proves that with Jesus, transformation is always possible.

    Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who needs hope! Tag us and spread some encouragement. Let's build a community of healing and faith together.

    Listen to the full episode and let your heart be renewed!


    More about Amy!

    After completing her B.A. in Christian Education from Arizona Christian University, Amy Sun’s passion to teach children led her to South Korea, Kazakhstan, India, and Austria to serve as a missionary schoolteacher, giving her a cross-cultural experience that has made her uniquely and powerfully equipped to cultivate a Christian worldview in the minds of her students. In early 2023, Amy penned her first children’s book, Heart of the Kingdom. Her second book, Theo’s World, was published in August, 2024. Both books are allegories pointing children to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Her 3rd children's book and a parenting Bible study curriculum called Parenting Unscripted is in the publication process. Now as a Director of Women’s Mentorship and Childhood Development Specialist for Legacy Ministries International, Amy’s passion is to equip mothers in the why and how of raising their children in the Lord. Amy holds a ministerial license from Charis Bible College and is double certified in life coaching and spirit-led life coaching from Life Coach Training Institute. She is uniquely qualified to disciple, mentor and coach women and children as they seek a deeper level of wholeness in relationship to Christ. A single mom, Amy calls Phoenix, Arizona, her home, where she has raised her three wonderful teenage children to love and follow Jesus.

    Connect with Amy:

    www.amysunauthor.com

    Facebook: Amy Sun Author

    www.legacyministriesonline.com


    Where to find Shawna:

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    30 min
  • Ep 8: To Every Kind of Mama — A Mother’s Day Hug from My Heart to Yours

    Hey beautiful friends! This Mother's Day special is straight from my heart to yours. I'm diving deep into the raw, real, and beautiful journey of motherhood - celebrating every type of mama out there, whether you're experiencing pure joy or walking through deep pain.In this vulnerable and powerful episode, I'm breaking open the conversation about Mother's Day - acknowledging that it's not just a day of celebration, but also a day of complex emotions for many women.

    • The Diverse Faces of Motherhood: Biological, Adoptive, Spiritual, and Beyond

    • Healing for Hurting Mamas: Finding Hope When Mother's Day Feels Heavy

    • Community and Connection: Why You Should Never Walk Your Journey Alone

    Mamas, you are seen, you are loved, and you are absolutely incredible - no matter what your motherhood journey looks like right now. God sees you, celebrates you, and wants to wrap you in His love. Listen to the full episode for a heart-to-heart that will lift your spirit and remind you of your incredible worth.

    Share this episode with a mama who needs a virtual hug and a message of hope this Mother's Day. Let her know she's not alone, she's deeply loved, and she matters more than she knows. 💕Sending you all my love and the biggest, warmest hug! 🤗

    Where to find Shawna:

    Shawna's #1 Best Selling book, Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Amazon!! Click the link below to order and please come back and leave a review.

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    Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing - is available for purchase on Barnes & Noble too!

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    19 min

About Faith In The Flames: Transforming Trauma Into Hope and Healing

From the publisher's feed

Welcome! I'm Shawna. Come with me as I walk alongside women like you, moving from brokenness to wholeness through faith, resilience, and love. This isn’t a place to re-live pain but a space to embrace healing, joy, and the beautiful purpose God has for you.