The Faith Filled Therapist Jo Hargreaves reveals how prayer shapes your brain, your emotions, and your biology—and why science is confirming what the Bible has said all along.

If you’ve ever wondered whether faith and science belong in the same conversation—this episode is for you.

We talk about:

* Why gratitude and anxiety can’t coexist in the brain—just as Paul says in Philippians 4:6

* How prayer and meditation physically reshape your mind

* What’s really happening when you struggle with intrusive thoughts

* How God designed your brain, body, and spirit to work together—and why we shouldn’t ignore it

This conversation is both deeply practical and incredibly hope-filled. If you’ve ever felt stuck in anxiety, negative thinking, or patterns you can’t seem to break—there is a way forward.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 – Intro: When science catches up to Scripture

03:07 – Church & prayer: the impact on your brain

04:50 – Intrusive thoughts: don’t empty your mind—fill it

07:30 – What happens when you fill your mind with Scripture

10:45 – Manifesting sounds good…so what’s wrong with it?

14:30 – What God’s love does to your brain

15:58 – You’re not stuck: the power of neuroplasticity

20:06 – “Holistic” isn’t new age—it’s biblical

RESOURCES + LINKS:

* The Faith Filled Therapist on Instagram

* The Faith Filled Therapy Podcast

* Jo’s website, faithfilledtherapy.com

SCRIPTURE SPOTLIGHT

“May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

1 Thessalonians 5:23

About Fulfilled:

Are you ready to deepen your faith and grow closer to God?

Fulfilled is a podcast exploring faith through Scripture and culture—through the lens of a Jewish believer who found fulfillment in Christ.

Each episode is designed to inspire and equip you to live out your faith in everyday life. We dive into Scripture, hear powerful stories of gospel-driven action, and engage the cultural questions shaping our world—all through the truth of God’s Word.

And if this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend!

Rebecca sits down with Rabbi Jason Sobel—Messianic Jewish teacher and Spiritual Advisor for 'The Chosen'—to reveal the often-missed connections between the Old Testament and Jesus, and how understanding the Jewish roots of Scripture changes everything.

Jason shares his journey from a Jewish upbringing to a life-changing encounter with Jesus, and why following Him didn’t make him less Jewish—but more.

They unpack powerful connections between the Old and New Testaments, from Passover to Pentecost, and discuss Messianic Judaism, Israel, and why these ancient traditions still matter today.

Rabbi Jason also gives a behind-the-scenes look at his work on The Chosen—including the show's powerful impact on cast members, and what it’s like to have Jonathan Roumie join your Passover seder!

The conversation also touches on Israel and end times prophecy, what Messianic Judaism actually is (and isn’t), and why Rabbi Jason believes the Jewish holidays aren’t just for Jewish people — they’re an invitation for all believers to step into the full inheritance of their faith.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re missing part of the story, the connections revealed in this episode will help you see God’s salvation story more clearly—and as Rabbi Jason likes to say, bring Jesus in high-definition.

CHAPTERS:

01:04 | Rabbi Jason’s Journey: From Jewish Roots to Jesus

05:25 | Jewish Holidays That Point to Jesus

08:41 | Messianic Judaism Explained

13:25 | Passover, the Last Supper, and Jesus

20:02 | Linking the Old and New Testaments

25:36 | The Chosen: Behind the Scenes

31:33 | Replacement Theology: Is There a ‘New Israel’?

34:52 | End Times Prophecy Explained

47:09 | Joseph’s Story & God’s Master Plan

RESOURCES + LINKS:

FusionGlobal.org

RabbiJasonSobel.com

Transformed by the Messiah (Rabbi Jason’s newest book)

The Torah Portion Guide (free weekly commentary)

Rabbi Jason’s Seder Guide and other Messianic Passover Resources

In this episode of Fulfilled, I’m joined by Jesse and Leah Roberts — the husband-and-wife duo behind Poor Bishop Hooper — about their unique approach to Scripture-centered music.

We explore how their calling to write songs from the Bible grew from local church life into projects that bring the story of God alive for listeners around the world. From Lent performances to a song for every Psalm (yes, all 150 of them), they share the creative and spiritual inspiration behind their work, and the profound ways music can help us memorize, meditate on, and experience God’s Word.

You’ll hear about:

· Writing music straight from Scripture and why the Word itself remains their guide

· The making of Golgotha — a musical journey through the Stations of the Cross

· How their Psalm project became a lifeline during COVID and continues to bless listeners globally

· Performing for underserved communities, including prisons, and why those moments are often the most moving

· Innovative ways they help children and students internalize Scripture through song

CHAPTERS:

01:03 | Intro & Origin of Poor Bishop Hooper name

04:37 | Experiencing Lent through Music

07:32 | Performing in Prisons

09:20 | The Benefits of Singing Scripture

12:45 | The Story Behind the Iconic Genealogy Song, “Christ”

16:42 | Every Psalm Project

22:12 | Inspiring Stories of God’s Timing

27:18 | How the New Testament Informs their Old Testament Songwriting

29:34 | The Impact of Internalizing the Psalms

31:10 | What’s Next for Poor Bishop Hooper

Resources & Links:

· Poor Bishop Hooper: Listen to their music

· Leah Roberts’ Genealogy Study Resource

· A Meal of Remembrance: Poor Bishop Hooper’s Passover Seder Guide

And you can listen to songs played in the episode here.

Note: This is Part 2 of my conversation with Poor Bishop Hooper. If you missed Part 1 on their Advent music (and a few fun musings on the Christmas season) you can find it here.

In this episode of Fulfilled, Rebecca is joined by Aaron Dranoff, host of the Torah Guide Podcast.

Aaron shares his journey from growing up culturally Jewish to becoming convinced—through historical evidence and Scripture—that Jesus truly is the Messiah. Together, Rebecca and Aaron explore why belief in Jesus is often such a difficult and emotional step for Jewish people, including the lasting impact of antisemitism and painful chapters of history.

They also unpack one of the most common questions Jewish believers wrestle with:

Can you follow Jesus and still honor your Jewish heritage?

This episode is especially meaningful for anyone who wants to better understand the Jewish roots of Christianity—and for those who care about sharing Jesus with Jewish friends in a way marked by humility, truth, and genuine love.

CHAPTERS:

01:01 | Aaron’s journey from Judaism to Jesus

05:16 | Evidence that Jesus rose from the dead

06:48 | Why most Jewish people struggle with Jesus

13:27 | Torah, tradition, and Jewish identity today

15:14 | Can you follow Jesus and still keep Jewish practices?

18:32 | God’s covenants and the promise of a Messiah

24:00 | Passover, Jesus, and divine timing

28:27 | How to read the Old Testament without getting stuck

Kick off 2026 with lasting, Christ-centered wellness! In this episode, Alisa Keeton, founder of Revelation Wellness, shares how true health goes beyond quick fixes and shame-driven resolutions.

Discover how to:

-Shift from willpower and external motivation to heart-centered, God-rooted habits

-Overcome shame, guilt, and vanity around your body

-Align your spiritual, emotional, and physical health in practical ways

-Use journaling, breathwork, and movement as tools for growth

-Create a New Year reset that actually lasts

Whether you’re starting—or restarting—healthy habits, this episode offers encouragement, clarity, and actionable steps to honor your body, mind, and spirit as God intended.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 | Welcome & New Year Reflections

02:00 | Alisa’s Journey to Faith-Based Wellness

05:21 | The Birth of Revelation Wellness

09:40 | Body, Flesh, and Spirit: Why Shame Isn’t God’s Design

13:15 | Overcoming Shame Through God’s Love

17:46 | Why Willpower Fails: Motivation Rooted in Christ

32:33 | Caring for Your Body Without Vanity

35:55 | Practical Tools for Healthy Habits + Redirecting Temptation

42:42 | Abraham’s Faith: A God-Sized Vision for Health and Trust

Resources + links:

Check out Revelation Wellness’ website

Follow Alisa Keeton on Instagram

This Advent, we step into the season with fresh eyes—and ears—through the music of Jesse and Leah Roberts, the duo behind Poor Bishop Hooper. In this episode, we explore how their music brings the Advent story to life—not through presents under the tree, but through the presence of Christ Himself.

We explore how their album Firstborn structures songs around the Advent themes of Hope, Joy, Peace, Love, each from the perspective of key figures including Mary, Joseph, Elizabeth, and Zechariah. From first-person storytelling to creative musical interpretation, their music invites listeners to pause, reflect, and experience the anticipation and wonder of Christ’s arrival in new ways.

We also dive into their unique genealogy song, Christ, the intentionality behind their recording process, and how their music can help families pause and redirect their hearts toward the real meaning of the season.

If you’re overwhelmed by holiday chaos or longing to experience Advent more deeply, you’ll enjoy this discussion about music that points to the coming of Christ. Plus, hear about their new album Hymns IV, now available for listening.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 — Intro02:15 — The unique POV and structure of Poor Bishop Hooper’s Firstborn Advent album05:22 — What sets this apart from traditional Christmas music07:27 — Turning Christ’s genealogy into a Christmas song13:30 — Poor Bishop Hooper’s other Advent projects16:00 — Keeping meaning in a commercialized season19:58 — What’s next for Poor Bishop Hooper21:53 — Closing Scripture and conclusion

Heading into holidays feeling burned out? Take heart — God’s already given us one of His most underrated gifts: rest.

This week on Fulfilled, Rebecca sits down with Pastor Mark Buchanan, author of The Rest of God, to explore practical ways for modern, busy people to practice keeping the sabbath, as a way to experience real, God-given rest in the midst of this busy time of year and beyond.

Learn practical ways to:

🌿 Slow down and receive Sabbath instead of chasing productivity

🌿 Reconnect with God, your family, and yourself

🌿 Unplug from screens and reclaim space for stillness

Mark shares simple, actionable practices—from guilt-free naps to mindful walks—that anyone can try, no matter how busy life gets.

Discover how Sabbath can refresh your faith, restore your soul, and bring calm to your holiday season.

CHAPTERS

00:00 – Intro

02:58 – Sabbath: God’s Underrated Gift

04:09 – The Power of a Nap

04:40 – Learning Attentiveness (and Why It Reduces Regret)

06:28 – When Productivity Becomes an Idol

08:35 – Rest as an Act of Trust

12:00 – Your Phone vs. Sabbath

14:13 – Common Misconceptions

15:03 – Sabbath for Busy Weekends

18:02 – Closing

How far would you go to bring God’s Word to a people who’d never seen it written?

This episode tells the remarkable story of Brooks and Nina Buser—who brought Scripture to a tribe of former cannibals that had never heard (or read) the name of Jesus.

Over the course of a decade, they learned the language from scratch, developed a written alphabet, taught literacy for the first time, and translated the Bible—culminating in the birth of the YembiYembi church as the Gospel took root.

After years in the jungle, Brooks now leads Radius International—a training ground often called “the Navy SEALs of missionaries.” In this episode, he joins Rebecca to share what he learned from bringing God’s Word to the unreached.

It’s a story of courage, endurance, and the unstoppable power of God’s Word to reach even the ends of the earth.

CHAPTERS00:00 — From SoCal Comfort to a Remote Tribe in Papua New Guinea3:58 — The YembiYembi People & Their World8:55 — Bringing the Gospel to an Unwritten Language12:04 — Why Reading Scripture Matters13:05 — The Lasting Legacy of Faith in YembiYembi15:55 — Translating the Bible from Scratch19:06 — The Challenges of Missionary Life21:55 — Training for the Field: Radius International25:28 — A Historic Moment: The First Bible in YembiYembi26:49 — Counting the Cost: The Theology of Suffering34:35 — Feeling Called? Next Steps Toward Missions36:40 — Closing Reflections

With Halloween around the corner, questions about ghosts and the supernatural always resurface: For example, Do ghosts exist? Are “friendly spirits” harmless? And how can we understand the supernatural in a way that’s biblically accurate?

Joining the conversation is Amy Davison from Mama Bear Apologetics. She's a seminary graduate and Christian apologist who shares unique insights from her own experience dabbling in Wicca as a teen. Together, Amy and host Rebecca Sheehan unpack cultural myths, ghost-hunting shows, and popular media portrayals—and highlight the biblical truths about spirits, angels, and the demonic realm. In the end, Scripture is clearer on this topic than many might expect.

As C.S. Lewis warned, there are two equal and opposite errors about the supernatural: to disbelieve it entirely, or to be overly fascinated by it. This episode helps you avoid both—and approach Halloween with wisdom, confidence, and light.

📖 Check out relevant Scripture on the supernatural here.

What does faith look like when following Jesus could cost you everything?

In this episode of Fulfilled, Rebecca Sheehan talks with Todd Nettleton from Voice of the Martyrs about the reality of Christian persecution around the world — from China’s underground church to Nigeria’s danger zones to believers standing strong in Benin’s voodoo culture.

Todd shares powerful stories of courage, prayer, and hope from the frontlines — and reminds us that the persecuted church isn’t just “over there.” It’s part of our family.

If you’ve ever wondered how to pray, help, or simply understand what faith under fire really looks like, this conversation will inspire you to reflect on your own walk with Christ, and strengthen those suffering for their faith.

Watch/Listen to Chapters:

0:00 – Why Governments Fear Christianity

12:30 - Inside the Church Crackdown in China

17:55 - What Americans Learn From Persecuted Christians

21:56 - The Impact of Charlie Kirk’s Martyrdom

25:41 - Lack of News Coverage on Christian Martyrdom / Persecution in Nigeria

29:02 - Reasons for Persecution

32:43 - Spiritual Warfare & Voodoo in Benin

34:57 - How to Help Persecuted Christians Today

38:08 Writing Letters to Persecuted Christians in Prison

41:35 The International Day of Prayer (Nov 2)

43:02 The Power of Communion and Rejoicing Through Suffering

45:45 Final Reflections: Faith That Endures

You can learn more about Voice of the Martyrs here.

Visit prisoneralert.com for information on writing encouraging letters to Christians imprisoned for their faith.

Todd Nettleton’s book, When Faith Is Forbidden: 40 Days on the Frontlines with Persecuted Christians, is available on Amazon and wherever books are sold.