Fruits and Flaws Podcast

In this episode, join Suzanne as she discusses a major flaw in her life and an introdution to the fruit of the Spirit, peace. 

We’ve talked about love. We’ve talked about joy. Now, before moving on to peace, I’m taking a little pause. In this short solo episode, I reflect on where we’ve been, what’s ahead, and why sometimes a pause is exactly what we need. I’ll see you in October as we, God willing, begin our conversations about peace. 🌻

In part 2 of this episode,  join Suzanne, Beverly, Anna and June at their first roundtable conversation where they explore what love and joy look like in everyday life, share lessons they've learned, laugh together, and encourage one another in Christ.

In part 1 of this episode,  join Suzanne, Beverly, Anna and June at their first roundtable conversation where they explore what love and joy look like in everyday life, share lessons they've learned, laugh together, and encourage one another in Christ.

How do YOU handle when your plans are rerouted? Are you able to see God in those moments of disappointment? Better yet, do you have JOY in those moments? Listen in to hear how Suzanne dealt with some recent "rerouting" moments and how she was able to experience joy when the doors closed. 

What happens when life changes forever? Is joy still possible?

In this heartfelt conversation, Suzanne sits down with her mom, Anna, to explore the difference between happiness and biblical joy. Together, they share how God met them through unimaginable loss, the hope they discovered in the midst of grief, and the lasting joy that comes from His presence.

Whether you're walking through a difficult season, supporting someone you love, or simply longing to experience the joy God promises, this conversation is a reminder that grief doesn't have to have the final word. Even in life's deepest valleys, God's faithfulness can sustain us—and joy can still grow. 

Let's be honest: showing love through mercy is easy until people start acting like people. In this episode, Beverly and I unpack Colossians 3:12-14 and talk about what tenderhearted mercy looks like in real life, why it's so challenging, and how the Holy Spirit helps us extend grace when we'd rather react. 

What does love look like in the middle of everyday family life?

In this episode, June shares how parenting has taught her some of life's most important lessons about love, patience, and dependence on God. Together, we explore two practical tools that can help us love others well: memorizing Scripture and inviting the Holy Spirit to be the great unifier in our homes and relationships.

If you've ever found yourself praying, "Holy Spirit, please help," this conversation is for you.

What happens when showing love isn't always easy? In this episode, Anna and I talk about how it can sometimes be challenging to react to things in love and we explore why biblical love is often a choice rather than an emotion. 

We also touch on how the Holy Spirit can help us respond with grace when faced with a challenge. 

Our takeaway tool for the week is simple, but powerful: pause before reacting and ask yourself, "Is what I'm about to say or do Holy Spirit approved?"

Welcome to Fruits and Flaws: where Sunday faith meets weekday mess-ups 🎙️

This podcast is for women who love God… and still struggle, overthink, mess up, laugh too hard, lose patience, and try again anyway.

In this trailer episode, I’m sharing the heart behind Fruits and Flaws, why I finally decided to start this podcast, and what you can expect moving forward.

Through honest conversations centered around faith, family, personal growth, and the very real imperfections of everyday life, we’ll explore what it looks like to pursue the fruit of the Spirit while navigating the flaws we all carry along the way.

Real conversations. Real faith. Real life.

New episodes coming soon. ❤️