Fullness of Joy with Jessica Mathisen

By Jessica Mathisen

Here at the Fullness of Joy, we talk about hard things in light of the Gospel. We encourage our hearts by reminding ourselves of the truth, day in and day out. When we know the truth, we are able to e... more

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The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.

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July 08, 2025 No Matter Where I Go: Fostering Hope with Maria Roy
Maria Roy is a registered nurse and a bio, foster, and adoptive mother. She is also the author of the book One Day at a Time: A Story About Big Feelings, Foster Care, and Finding Hope. In this conversation, we chat about her journey into foster care, the challenges and joys of parenting children from hard places, and the impact of her foster care on her family as a whole.

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June 24, 2025 No Matter Where I Go: A Journey of Forgiveness and True Surrender with Ashley Poptodorova
Today’s guest is Ashley Poptodorova, and she and I have known each other for years because we used to attend the same church here in metro-Atlanta. She is pure light and joy and has a deep passion for God’s word and for wellness through holistic health. Her story involves foster care and a tumultous childhood, but as you’re about to hear, God has done a miraculous work in her life and changed her from the inside out. If you’re in a place where you feel like a situation in your life is hopeless, today’s conversation is for you, friend.

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June 03, 2025 No Matter Where I Go: From Foster Care to PhD with Dr. Danisha Keating
This week’s guest is Dr. Danisha Keating. Danisha has an incredible story which involves not only being a part of the foster care system as a former foster youth, but also gaining guardianship of her siblings when she was only 24 years old. Through God’s grace, she has defied the odds against her in many ways.

My new children's book: No Matter Where I Go: God’s Love for Kids in Foster Care
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May 20, 2025 No Matter Where I Go: From Foster Care to Motherhood with Raquel McCloud
In this episode, I get to chat with Raquel McCloud, who shares her journey from a challenging childhood marked by instability and trauma to becoming a mother at a young age and placing her daughter for adoption. Her story is one of great redemption and hope.
Trigger warning: Sexual, physical, and emotional abuse
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May 06, 2025 Living God’s Word in Everyday Life with Emily Assell
This week’s guest is Emily Assell. Emily shares her journey of understanding pain and suffering through a spiritual lens and experiencing the transformative power of God's word. Our conversation encouraged me for days and weeks afterward, and thinking about her wisdom still brings a smile to my face.
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April 24, 2025 Faithful Motherhood in Seasons of Change with Aubrey Coleman
In this week’s episode, Aubrey Coleman shares her journey of motherhood, discussing the joys and challenges of raising three children while also navigating her faith. She reflects on the lessons learned about God's patience and grace, the importance of setting boundaries, and the inspiration behind her new book, When Our New Baby Comes. We talk about how motherhood transforms you from the inside out and the need for self-compassion and understanding in parenting.

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December 17, 2024 Finding God's Faithfulness in Every Season
Life comes and goes in seasons, and we find trials and triumphs in each one. Three years ago, I was in a season of profound grief after experiencing several trials within the span of a few months. I wrestled with loneliness, grief, and questions about how to start over in my mid-thirties. But through it all, God was faithful, steadfast, and true.
This week on the podcast, I reflect on the journey from sorrow to joy, share how the Psalms have ministered to my heart in every season, and invite you to consider where God has you right now. Whether you’re in a time of planting, resting, or harvesting, Immanuel—God with us—meets us right where we are.
I also have fun news to share: I have a new part-time job that perfectly fits this chapter of life and my upcoming book, Seasons of a Soul, walks you through the Psalms, coming alongside you wherever you are.
No matter your season, God’s steadfast love endures.

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October 29, 2024 From Striving to Surrender: Learning to Embrace Grace
After taking the summer off of social media and the podcast, I’m back today with a new episode sharing about what God did in my heart and where I’m headed. This year has been a journey of learning to slow down and surrender. I’ve been wrestling with the pressure to build an online platform, but God keeps whispering to my heart: “Not by might, nor by power, only by Your Spirit.”
In this episode, I’m sharing what it looks like to pull back from striving, rest in God’s timing, and embrace the season I’m in with grace. If you’ve ever felt the weight of trying to do more, be more, or produce more, this one’s for you. Let’s go at the pace of grace together.

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May 28, 2024 Held in His Hands: Navigating Grief with Natasha Smith
This week, I get to chat with Natasha Smith, the author of Can You Just Sit With Me?:Healthy Grieving for the Losses of Life. If you’re a human walking on this earth, you have walked through hard things. And if you haven’t known much grief in your life, chances are you know someone who could use some encouragement and a friend in the journey. This conversation with Natasha will give you the tools you need to process grief on your own and with others.

This is the final episode in the Held in His Hands series and the last podcast episode until the fall! I'll be taking a summer break and am excited to connect with you again later this year. Be sure to stay in touch via my email list. Don't be a stranger! :)

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May 14, 2024 Held in His Hands: A Living Faith with Anna Mae Groves
In this week’s episode, I chat with Anna Mae Groves about walking out our faith, even when it doesn’t make sense. Anna is such a beautiful light and shares with transparency about her journey with mental health struggles and how the Lord brought her out of the darkness with one simple habit that changed everything. She also shares with us about faith-filled decisions that helped her to see God as trustworthy, faithful, and true. Her stories encouraged me specifically with some situations I have going on in my personal life right now, and I know the same will be true for you, too.
*If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please don’t keep them to yourself. Tell a trusted individual, such as a close friend, counselor, pastor, or spouse. Get help today and remember that you are not alone.

Call the National Suicide Hotline, dial 988.

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30min

FAQs about Fullness of Joy with Jessica Mathisen:

How many episodes does Fullness of Joy with Jessica Mathisen have?

The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.