Be sure to listen to "Behind the Pursuit of Freedom". In this episode, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Theresa Arwood as they have a life-giving conversation about finding TRUE freedom in Christ. Sharing her own story and drawing from the well-known Biblical story of the woman with the issue of blood, Theresa will encourage you to trust Jesus and trust HIS process in your life. Fear, Insecurity, Perfectionism, Hurt, Anger... whatever you may be facing, Christ wants to give freedom today! Anything is possible!

Theresa is a psalmist, teacher, preacher, writer and pastor.  She and her husband, Joel, serve as co-pastors of Purpose Church in Sevierville, TN.  If you want more information about her ministry, visit theresaarwood.com. 

This episode is sponsored by Church of God Women's Discipleship. For a copy of Theresa's book, Behind the Pursuit of Freedom, and many other resources, visit womensdisciplescog.com.  

Join us for this episode "Families Living With Disabilities". This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Miggie Castro to a real, vulnerable conversation about thriving as a family facing a disability or special needs. Miggie shares personal reflections of raising an incredible son with a disability and advice for families facing similar situations. Whether this is your story or not, you'll be encouraged to take the word "can't" out of your vocabulary.  Through Christ, anything is possible!

For more information or merchandise, visit ChristySawyerMinistries.com.  

Join us for this newest episode "Don't Stop Living." This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Jennifer Shuler as they dive into a conversation about tragedy and grief. Jennifer has a heart-gripping story of incredible loss, but also a testimony of choosing "better over bitter".  In the face of difficult seasons, through God's grace and strength, Jennifer encourages our listeners to live out her life motto, "Don't Stop Living!"

Join us for this newest episode "What is Repentance?". This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Rhonda Holland as they engage  in a life-giving conversation  centered around the gift of repentance.  In this discussion, not only is repentance clearly defined scripturally but also unpacked with Biblical truth  and application so that listeners can engage with this gift which leads to true change, freedom, confidence and peace.

This episode is sponsored by Church of God Women's Discipleship.  Rhonda's powerful studies and many others can be purchased at womendisciplescog.com.  

Join us for this newest episode It's Okay To Not be Okay. This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Sylvia Daughdrill as they start a conversation (with more to come) about mental illness.  They tackle questions like "but what if you're a Christian? or a Pastor?  Or a Pastor's wife?" This is a huge, relevant subject that you will want to share with family, friends, co-workers, etc. Discover how Christ enables us to heal, live, and cope with a mental health diagnosis, and be reminded that we are never alone!

Please share this podcast and follow us on whatever podcast platform you use.  You can find Christy Sawyer Ministries on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. For more information and merchandise, visit christysawyerministries.com.  

Join us for this newest episode Church Hurt. This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Courtney Blackwell as they tackle a huge topic. This is the first of more episodes & guests exploring the many facets and effects of “church hurt”. This episode looks at this from the perspective of a young adult in their 20’s— not just the hurt itself but the ways that we as Christians can respond to, and even prevent, church hurt through the power of Christ.

This episode is sponsored by Christy Sawyer Ministries. For more information or merchandise, visit christysawyerministries.com.  

Join us for this newest episode Jesus Said “Leave Her Alone” as Christy Sawyer unpacks what it means to be a true disciple of Jesus and answers the question, "What is discipleship?" It's a word that gets thrown around a lot in church. But, by taking a look at the life and story of Mary of Bethany, you’ll be encouraged to grow in your faith and live out a real, authentic relationship with Christ— letting NOTHING come between you & Jesus.

This episode is sponsored by Christy Sawyer Ministries.  For more information and resources, including "Jesus Said Leave Her Alone" merchandise, visit christysawyerministries.com and connect with her on Facebook or Instagram! 

Join Christy Sawyer as she welcomes guest Colleen Flynn for this incredible conversation.  Colleen's story is a testimony of freedom from addiction and healing---physically and spiritually---and her journey to becoming a true disciple of Christ.  Christy says in this episode, "God will go to any lengths and be as creative as He needs to be to reach us wherever we are".  Colleen is living proof of this, and it's true for your life too!  

Join Christy Sawyer and guest Brittany Morrow-Haynes for this honest, vulnerable conversation about betrayal in marriage. But this conversation goes way beyond just marriage.  You'll be encouraged to find your true identity in Christ that enables us to overcome any hurt, betrayal or hang-up. You can find daily encouragement in your faith by following Christy Sawyer on Facebook and Instagram.  If you want more information about the in-patient center where Brittany's husband, Joe, went for healing, visit bebroken.org.

* This episode is sponsored by Revive Aesthetics in the Cleveland/Chattanooga, TN area.  Revive Aesthetics and Lasers is a medical spa that uses the latest technologies and most advanced techniques to provide results that maintain and restore your youthful appearance.*

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Today's episode, I Can AND I Will, features guest Dawn Lipsey, an author, speaker and pastor, as she and Christy discuss finding victory in the face of all of life's many challenges.  In the depths of the struggle, it might seem the only way out is to surrender, but the best way OUT is THROUGH! Dawn's book, I Can I Will, was inspired by Philippians 4:13 that shows us the way through: "I can do all things through Christ Who strengthens me". You can break through with the strength Christ gives to us, but the question remains--- will you? Pastor Dawn says it best in this episode, "Jesus plus me means I can do anything!" Today's episode is a powerful reminder to encourage yourself in the lord, "I Can AND I Will!" You can obtain your copy of Dawn's amazing book at PathwayBookstore.com.