The Mean Time: What You Do in the Waiting Seasons

In this conversation-style episode of From My Father Podcast, host Tangie Callahan + her daughters explore the purpose + power of waiting seasons in the life of a believer. Rather than viewing waiting as idle or wasted time, the discussion reveals that seasons of waiting are among the most spiritually formative periods a person can experience. The conversation emphasizes that God's silence does not mean His absence, that waiting on the Lord is an active and intentional posture rather than a passive one + that Jesus Himself is the reward, not merely the promise being waited upon. Through personal stories of waiting for marriage, motherhood + ministry direction, the speakers unpack how fear, comparison + the temptation to take matters into one's own hands are among the greatest threats to a fruitful waiting season. Practical encouragement is offered alongside prayer for those currently in seasons of uncertainty, with the consistent reminder that God is doing His deepest work even when nothing visible appears to be happening.

Key Points:

- Waiting does not mean nothing is happening. God often does His most profound work in seasons of silence and invisibility.

- Waiting on the Lord, as described in Isaiah 40:31, is an active posture of trusting, hoping in, and depending on God, not passive inactivity.

- The waiting season is not merely a stepping stone to the promise. It carries just as much purpose and meaning as the arrival of the promise itself.

- The biggest temptation in a waiting season is to treat the promise as the finish line and Jesus as merely the means to get there. Jesus is the reward.

- Your waiting season does not have to be perfect, but it does have to be intentional. Character development, inner healing, and spiritual growth during the wait are what sustain you when the promise arrives.

- The enemy seeks to use isolation, fear, comparison, and doubt to derail believers in the waiting. Community, vulnerability, and Scripture spoken aloud are practical defenses against these attacks.

- God's invitation to wait is not a command of restriction but an act of mercy. He protects the promise and the person by withholding what they are not yet ready to steward.

- Spiritual warfare often intensifies right before a promise comes to pass. Discernment and perseverance are essential in those final moments.

- Thanking God for a promise not yet seen is a posture of faith that shifts the atmosphere of waiting from striving to trust.

- The season of waiting, particularly in younger years, is an irreplaceable window to build deep history with God that sustains you through busier seasons of life.

Scripture Reference:

- Isaiah 40:31, which speaks of those who actively trust and hope in God having their strength renewed and being sustained through weariness

- Hebrews 11:1, which defines faith as the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen

- Psalm 27:14, which calls believers to wait on the Lord with courage, trusting He will strengthen their hearts

- Habakkuk 2:3, which affirms that though a promise may seem delayed, it will surely come to pass

- Psalm 25:3, which assures that those who wait on the Lord will not face ultimate shame, disappointment, or be proven fools for trusting Him

- Romans 8, which describes the mature children of God as those moved by the impulses of the Holy Spirit rather than a spirit of fear or slavery

- Hebrews 4:15, which affirms that Jesus as High Priest is able to empathize with human weakness, having been tempted in every way yet without sin

- Genesis 15, in which God declares to Abraham that He Himself is Abraham's exceedingly great reward

Stories:

- Addie's two-year waiting period before dating her now-husband Caleb, during which the Lord extended an invitation rather than a command to wait, and during which He healed deep wounds of rejection, fear of failure, and performance-based identity. Her husband Caleb received a dream during this time in which Jesus told him that if he gave her over to the Lord now, she would be returned to him in two years.

- Tangie's season of longing for motherhood early in her marriage, during which doctors told her she was not ovulating and her body was not functioning as hoped. After hearing a Joyce Meyer teaching using the illustration of a child repeatedly asking a parent for shoes, Tangie received a revelation to stop asking and begin thanking God for the promise. She never asked again, and within a year and a half she became pregnant.

- Rhalyn's experience of packing to move home after her first year at ministry school, feeling deep unrest and anxiety, and receiving a dream in which the Lord showed her she was about to enter a covenant with a ministry outside of His timing. She emailed the school, was told they had been waiting for her, and returned for a second year that proved to be pivotal in her spiritual formation.

- The biblical account of Moses having his arms held up by others in battle, used as an illustration of the role of community in interceding for those too weary to pray for themselves during a waiting season.

- The biblical account of Abraham being asked to sacrifice Isaac after already receiving the promise, used to illustrate that obedience does not end when the promise arrives, and that a posture of yes before God even asks must carry through every season of life.

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Family, Laughter + the Love That Points Us to the Father

This episode of From My Father is a lighthearted, conversational gathering between host Tangie Callahan + her daughters. Through playful questions + candid responses, the family reveals the warmth, loyalty, humor + deep affection that define their household. Beneath the laughter, the episode carries a quiet but consistent thread: that family life, in all its imperfection + joy, is itself a reflection of the Father's love. Tangie opens + closes with a reminder that every good + perfect gift comes from God, grounding even the most casual moments in a posture of gratitude + faith.

Key Points:

- Family relationships, even in their everyday and humorous expressions, can reflect the character and love of God

- Gratitude for small blessings, such as a good cup of coffee or a moment of shared laughter, reflects a heart attuned to the Father's gifts

- Loyalty, love, and presence within a family are values worth intentionally passing on to the next generation

- The importance of creating a home culture rooted in togetherness, music, faith, and shared experience

- Asking daily what the Father wants you to receive keeps the heart open to His voice and provision

Scripture Reference:

- James 1:17, which speaks of every good and perfect gift coming down from the Father above

Stories:

- The daughters recalled growing up with Saturday night bedtimes guarded for Sunday worship, which they initially thought was unusual but came to understand as intentional family rhythm

- A memory was shared of being taken out of school to go to the beach, reflecting a spontaneous and adventure-loving family culture

- A Christmas Eve story was told involving sneaking phones into the bedroom and the consequences that followed, offered as a humorous example of childhood mischief and parental boundaries

#FromMyFather #FamilyFirst #FathersLove #ChristianPodcast #JamesOneSeventeen #FamilyIsAGift #EverydayGrace

Concluding the Conversation on Body Image - Stewardship VS. Idolatry

In this conversation-style episode of From My Father, host Tangie Callahan + her daughters explore what it means to steward the body God has entrusted to us without allowing that pursuit to become idolatry. Drawing from personal experience, scripture + the voice of the Holy Spirit, the group unpacks the tension between caring for the physical body + making it the center of life. The discussion centers on the truth that our bodies belong to God, not to ourselves + that genuine stewardship flows from communion with the Father rather than from cultural pressure, personal vanity, or anxious striving. The episode challenges listeners to listen to the Holy Spirit for personal, specific direction regarding their bodies, to recognize when health goals have crossed into obsession + to hold all things with open hands before the Lord.

Key Points:

- The body belongs to God and is to be stewarded as a temple of the Holy Spirit, not owned or controlled according to personal or cultural standards

- Stewardship is not about achieving a certain weight or appearance but about obedience to what God specifically speaks to each individual

- The Holy Spirit gives personalized guidance for how to care for the body, and delayed obedience to that guidance can hinder physical and spiritual health

- Our bodies are not broken; they often simply need the right inputs, rest, and attentiveness to function as God designed

- Stewardship becomes idolatry when the pursuit of a certain body or weight begins to control thoughts, emotions, moods, and peace

- The distinction between stewardship and idolatry is open hands versus closed hands: stewardship acknowledges the body as God's, while idolatry treats it as something we own and control through our own strength

- Everything, including eating, exercise, and health goals, should flow from time spent in the presence of God rather than from fleshly striving or cultural comparison

- Fasting is a practical tool for reminding the body that the spirit, not the flesh, is in charge

- How we speak over our bodies matters, and consistently speaking negatively can work against the very results we are seeking

- Grace exists only for today, and releasing the anxiety of imaginary timelines or benchmarks frees us to pursue health as a lifestyle rather than a deadline

Scripture Reference:

- 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, which teaches that the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, belongs to God, and was bought at a price, and therefore should be used to glorify God

- Romans 12:1, which calls believers to present their bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God

- 1 Corinthians 10:31, which instructs that whether one eats or drinks or does anything else, it should all be done for the glory of God

- Matthew 16:24, which records Jesus calling his followers to deny themselves and take up their cross

- The account in Matthew 8 of Jesus sleeping in the boat during the storm, used to illustrate that Christ is present and at rest even in the midst of life's turbulence

Stories:

- Tangie shares that the Holy Spirit had been speaking to her for six months about giving up caffeine, and after finally obeying, she experienced her first meaningful sleep and weight loss in two years, illustrating how delayed obedience can hold back breakthrough

- Addie recounts a dream in which she was sitting on a pier holding a treasure chest filled with vegetables, representing her obsession with healthy eating and weight loss; the Lord took the box and replaced it with bread and wine, symbolizing communion and the invitation to let all things flow from relationship with Him rather than from striving

- The group references the biblical account of Abraham and Isaac as a picture of what it looks like to surrender the things we are most attached to, asking whether we are willing to give up even good things when God asks

- Rhalyn describes her postpartum journey of setting unrealistic deadlines for weight loss and how releasing those timelines and partnering with the Holy Spirit led to losing twenty pounds in a healthier and more sustainable way

- Tangie references a teaching by Candace Cameron's husband, who compared the body to a car, explaining that it requires the right fuel, the right amount of activity, and consistent use in order to function well

#FromMyFather #BodyImage #Stewardship #HolySpirit #TrustGod #1Corinthians6

Body Image, Vulnerability + Not Being Influenced by Culture

In this candid + heartfelt conversation, Tangie Callahan + her daughters explore the deep connection between motherhood, body image + the way cycles of self-criticism are passed from one generation to the next. The discussion centers on how mothers can better serve their children by modeling healthy self-worth, creating emotionally safe environments +prioritizing presence over performance. The conversation weaves together personal stories, practical wisdom + spiritual truth to challenge mothers to move from behavior modification to heart-level connection, reminding listeners that a child's worth is rooted not in appearance or achievement but in their identity as a creation of God.

Key Points:

- Children follow what they see modeled, not what they are told, meaning a mother's words about her own body and behavior carry profound weight in shaping her daughter's self-image

- Vulnerability from a parent opens the door for vulnerability from a child, and daughters are far more likely to share their struggles when they trust they will be met with compassion rather than immediate punishment or judgment

- Each child is unique and requires an individualized approach to love and connection, including awareness of different love languages and emotional needs

- Social media amplifies comparison but did not create it, and the constant exposure to other people's lives was never something the human mind was designed to process

- Being fully present with children, particularly by setting aside phones and distractions, is one of the most powerful investments a mother can make

- Focusing on a child's worth and identity rather than correcting only their behavior helps prevent a pattern of performance-based approval

- Apologizing to children when a parent gets it wrong models accountability and creates emotional safety

- Quick fixes, whether physical or emotional, rarely address the root of body image struggles, which require patience, ongoing conversation, and spiritual grounding

- Insecurity is the absence of security, and a child needs a steady, safe relational foundation in order to share the places where they feel most vulnerable

- Comparison is the thief of joy and is contributing to rising levels of anxiety and depression in younger generations

Scripture Reference:

- 1 John 4:18, which teaches that perfect love drives out fear, including the fear of punishment, pointing to the importance of leading with compassion before correction

- Psalm 139:14, which affirms that every person is fearfully and wonderfully made, used as a foundation for challenging self-critical thought patterns

Stories:

- Tangie recalls a moment when the Holy Spirit prompted her to go to her daughter Rhalyn during a particularly withdrawn and difficult season in her teenage years, instructing her simply to hold her; she wrapped her arms around Rhalyn and watched as a tear quietly rolled down her daughter's face, illustrating how physical presence and unspoken love can reach a child when words cannot

- The daughters recall the lighthearted but telling moment when Tangie discovered she had not been added to her daughter's Instagram close friends list, which opened a broader conversation about the emotional distance that can develop between mothers and daughters and the desire mothers have to be genuinely included in their children's worlds

- One of the daughters shares receiving a direct message from a young woman who said the sisters appeared to have everything figured out, including godly marriages, prompting a reflection on how social media conceals the years of prayer and faithfulness that produced those outcomes

#FromMyFather #BodyImage #MothersAndDaughters #PerfectLove #FearfullyAndWonderfullyMade #MomLife #GraceOverPerformance

Childhood Struggles, Identity + Knowing The Father's Voice

In this candid and vulnerable conversation, host Tangie Callahan and her three daughters Adelyn, Payten, and Rhalyn explore the deep and often painful journey of body image, identity, and self-worth. Drawing from their own personal experiences with societal pressure, generational patterns, and the lingering effects of trauma, the women examine how lies about appearance and performance take root early in life and shape the way women see themselves for decades. The conversation ultimately points to the healing power of the Father's voice, affirming that true identity is not found in a number on a scale, a dress size, or what one accomplishes, but in the unconditional, lavish love of God who knows every hidden place and still declares His children fearfully and wonderfully made. The episode calls women to move from performance-based living into a place of rest in the Father's love, replacing the lies of "not enough" with the truth of Scripture.

Key Points:

- Negative body image often takes root in early childhood and is shaped by a combination of family environment, media, and societal standards

- The words spoken in the home, including how a mother speaks about her own body, profoundly shape how daughters perceive themselves

- Healing from body image struggles is not primarily about physical appearance but about addressing deep spiritual and emotional wounds that often run through family bloodlines

- The absence of affirming words, particularly from fathers, can leave blank spaces that the world and personal insecurity rush to fill with lies

- There are different expressions of body image struggle; some women fear not being enough, while others fear losing the identity they have built around being perceived a certain way

- Performance-based living is closely tied to body image, as many women unconsciously believe they must look or act a certain way to be loved and approved of

- Scripture must move from being merely read to being genuinely trusted and believed as true

- God's love and approval precede any performance, achievement, or appearance, just as the Father declared His pleasure over Jesus before His public ministry began

- Healing is a lifelong process that requires actively identifying lies, replacing them with truth, and receiving the Father's love without conditions

Scripture Reference:

- Psalm 139, which describes God's intimate knowledge of every person and declares that each one is fearfully and wonderfully made

- 1 John 3:1, which speaks of the lavish love the Father has bestowed in calling us His children

- Romans 8:38, which affirms that nothing can separate believers from the love of God

- Galatians 6:9, which encourages believers not to grow weary in doing good, promising a harvest for those who do not give up

- The account of Jesus' baptism in the Gospels, where the Father declares His beloved Son before any public ministry takes place

Stories:

- A personal reflection on a Full House episode in which a character starves herself to fit into a swimsuit, which shaped one daughter's early thinking about body image and thinness

- The parable of the ten lepers from the Gospels, in which Jesus heals ten men but only one returns to give thanks, used as a reminder to love the Giver more than the gift and to remain grateful while living in answered promises

- Personal stories shared by each daughter about the specific lies they have battled, including "you are not enough," fear of losing a performance-based identity tied to appearance, and striving to earn love through ministry and good works

#FromMyFather #BodyImage #IdentityInChrist #FearfullyAndWonderfullyMade #KnowYourWorth #KnownAndLoved #IdentityInChrist

From My Father: Finding Identity, Healing, and the Father's Faithfulness Through Every Season

In this inaugural episode of the From My Father podcast, Pastor Tangie Callahan opens up about her personal journey through childhood trauma, body image struggles, and the relentless pursuit of healing. Rooted in the truth that every good and perfect gift comes from the Father above, Pastor Tangie shares how her identity, calling, and anointing are not products of her own striving but flow directly from her relationship with God. Through raw and honest conversation with her daughter Rhalyn, she reveals how God's keeping power sustained her through sexual abuse, the weight of a broken home, disordered eating, and the pressures of early ministry. The overarching message is one of hope: no season is beyond God's reach, no wound is beyond His healing, and no woman is ever truly alone in her struggle. The podcast itself is framed as a gift from the Father, a platform where women can encounter His heart and be reminded that He sees them, walks with them, and has already gone before them.

Key Points:

- God is a keeping God whose mercy and grace can sustain a believer even when they never veer into what the world might consider a dramatic testimony

- Childhood trauma, including sexual abuse and parental divorce, can open doors to deep-rooted struggles with identity, self-worth, and body image that follow a person well into adulthood and marriage

- Losing weight or achieving outward health goals does not equate to inner healing; true transformation must begin in the heart and mind, not just the body

- Body dysmorphia and disordered eating are spiritual and emotional battles as much as they are physical ones, and the enemy uses them powerfully against women

- Comparison is a thief of joy and peace, keeping a person in a constant state of striving rather than surrender

- Every good and perfect gift in a believer's life flows from the Father, and the From My Father brand exists to point women back to that truth

- Prophetic words should always serve as confirmation of what God is already speaking to a person's spirit, not as the originating source of direction

- The miracle is not always instantaneous; sometimes it is found in the faithfulness of walking through a difficult season with God

- Women are not alone in their struggles, and the shared experience of community and honest conversation is a powerful tool for healing and encouragement

- Obedience to God's calling matters even when it seems unnecessary or redundant, because what He anoints He will use for His purposes

Scripture Reference:

- James 1:17, which speaks of every good and perfect gift coming from the Father above, who does not change or shift like shadows

Stories:

- Pastor Tangie recounts growing up in a small country church in North Carolina where she witnessed the power of God move through her grandmother, a devoted song leader and woman of deep faith who passed away when Tangi was nineteen

- She shares the painful memory of experiencing sexual molestation beginning around age eight or ten, and how it recurred in middle school and twice in high school, shaping her sense of identity and worth in deeply damaging ways

- She describes entering marriage at nineteen carrying what she calls a U-Haul of emotional and spiritual baggage, struggling with intimacy, fear of rejection, and an unhealed heart

- She tells of becoming a pastor's wife just two weeks after her wedding, learning to cook for the first time while older women in the congregation brought her pies, and finding an unexpected freedom in that new chapter even while still carrying unresolved wounds

- She recounts hiding food under her mattress and eating in the dark out of shame, cycling between starvation and binging in patterns she later recognized as an eating disorder

- A doctor told her to lose twenty pounds before he would help her pursue pregnancy, reinforcing the lifelong narrative that she was not enough as she was

- She shares the miraculous moment of returning to that same doctor, having lost some weight, only to discover she was already pregnant with her son Ethan

- She describes sitting on her back porch a few days after her daughter Rhalyn's 2022 wedding, exhausted and resting, when God downloaded the vision and meaning of the From My Father brand to her, showing her how a father's investment in his daughter's wedding mirrors the Father's investment in every good gift He gives His children

- A woman who attended Pastor Tangie's 2025 women's conference emailed her to share a dream in which she saw Pastor Tangie seated before a podcast microphone with the words From My Father written on the wall, serving as a direct prophetic confirmation of what God had already been speaking to her heart

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