Religion or Relationship?

Have you ever been hurt by religious people or struggled to separate faith from church culture? In this episode of Hope & Healing with Terri, we explore the difference between religion and a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ. We'll discuss why outward appearances, rules, and traditions can never replace authentic faith, and how Jesus Himself challenged religious hypocrisy. Through personal reflections and Scripture, you'll be encouraged to look beyond religion and discover the hope, grace, and healing found in a real relationship with Christ.

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Shame is often misunderstood, yet it plays a powerful role in how we think, behave, and relate to others. In this episode, we break down what shame is, how it develops, and how it keeps people stuck.

In this episode of Hope and Healing with Terri, Terri explores how forgiveness can reduce emotional pain, improve mental health, and even impact physical well-being.

Forgiveness isn’t about excusing what someone did or inviting them back into your life — it’s about releasing the hold that hurt has on you.

Many people struggle to forgive others — and themselves. When unforgiveness lingers, it can lead to anger, anxiety, depression, poor sleep, and physical health challenges such as increased stress and heart-related concerns. Drawing from Scripture and scientific research — including insights from Barna Group and Johns Hopkins Medicine — Terri shares how forgiveness can be a powerful step toward healing and freedom.

If you’ve been carrying pain, resentment, or shame, this episode offers encouragement, practical insight, and hope as you learn how letting go can open the door to restoration.

Because forgiveness isn’t about them — it’s about your healing.

In this episode of Hope and Healing with Terri, we dive into one of the hardest but most urgent conversations for parents today: pornography and its impact on children. From grooming and exploitation to the effects on mental health and relationships, Terri shares research, real-life stories, and practical tools to help you protect your kids in a digital world. Always with a dash of hope, a sprinkle of grace, and a touch of Jesus.

Resources:

Bark https://www.bark.us/423 Communities: https://www.423communities.org/Be Broken Ministries: https://www.bebroken.org/

John 10:10 NLT

The thief's purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.

Charlie Kirk left a legacy of love, even those who did not agree with what he said appreciated that he listened to all opinions. I hope I leave a legacy of loving people like Jesus, which is hard. I would love to hear 3 things you are thankful for today?

In this episode Terri talks about Sextortion. There are 2 types of sextortion: traditional and financial. Predators are using fear and shame to keep kids silent and some kids are ending their lives after being tormented by these predators. Parents need to be aware. References used for the podcast:Jonathon Haidt author of The Anxious Generation    • Jonathan Haidt on How to Free the Anx...  https://www.ice.gov/features/sextortionNetflix Documentary: Web of Make Believe: Death, Lies and the Internet S1 E4 SextortionAmanda Todd's story and update: https://www.missingkids.org/blog/2025/at-l...

In this episode Terri shared knowledge of human trafficking to help parents be more involved in their kids lives by teaching them red flags of human trafficking. She shares stories of people affected by human trafficking. Knowledge includes what human trafficking and grooming is.

Hi, welcome to the Hope and Healing with Terri podcast. I’m your host Terri Donahoo. I believe we all have a story to share. Some of us have stories of love and acceptance. Others have stories of hurt and anger. No matter what your story is I’m so glad you’re here. In John 13:34 Jesus tells us to love one another as he has loved us. He loves us with compassion and grace no matter where we’ve been in life. Join me as we explore hope, healing, and faith together.

After watching It Ends with Us I wanted to share some information about overcoming generational trauma and how it affects people who have lived through it find hope and healing through faith.

In this episode I share my story of having a premature baby and the roller coaster ride of life in the NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit).

In the first episode of the Hope & Healing podcast Terri opens up about infertility, high-risk pregnancy, and the premature birth of her son.