Proof that God often uses the “worst” events in our lives to shape our future purpose, Josh Woodward shares about his dad almost dying of Marfan syndrome, his own Marfan’s diagnosis, and why he almost became a doctor “out of spite” - but found a better path instead. 

For more information on Mississippi ABLE - the program Josh runs that allows Mississippians with disabilities to save money without sacrificing government benefits - visit https://www.mdrs.ms.gov/public-information/mississippi-able. 

What are the hopes, dreams, and fears of today’s college freshmen? Katie talked with Emma LeRoy, a Mississippi Christian Living scholarship winner and college freshman at Lee University, to find out what makes her excited about college, what she was dreading at the time of this recording, and why she can trust the Lord with all of it - plus, her encouragement for her peers! 

What do you do when your life implodes? Listen as Lauren Egger shares how God revived her marriage, her mission, and her faith after she and her husband hit rock bottom. Trigger warning: Two separate mentions of suicidality. No specific methods or details are discussed. 

How do you navigate college while making quality friendships, caring for your mental health, and figuring out what your next chapter looks like? Counselor Kristin Odom shares her own experience, plus encouragement for young people and those who want to love them well. 

Amy Ramsey is a firecracker: a high-energy, high-performance coach who lights up big rooms with her voice. But in her own words, this is the *healed* version of her. Listen as Amy shares how she went from abuse and shame to boldness and freedom in Christ.

Is your job just what you do, or is it your identity? Listen as former model Jamie Webster shares how she went from preacher’s daughter to owning a modeling agency in Mississippi - and how her focus has shifted as she’s found her true identity in Christ. 

Ansley Claire Strong went from a private Christian high school to Ole Miss - and she not only survived freshman year, but thrived! Listen as she shares what made the difference, how she got through FOMO without partying, and how you can pray for Gen Z.

SEASON 4 PREMIERE: Getting a full ride to the University of Oxford was amazing - then she discovered Jesus. Listen as author and literature professor Dr. Carolyn Weber shares her journey from agnostic to Christian and what she learned along the way - plus, how believers can be powerful witnesses on their own college campuses. 

Have you ever let an offhand comment negatively impact your self-image for years - even decades? Do you find yourself casually saying things like, "I'm such an idiot"? Brittany Estes, author of “Flip the Script,” shares her story of overcoming negative internal scripts - plus why she wrote a whole new book to help teens do the same! 

Purchase "Glow Up: A Teen's Guide to Flipping the Script": https://www.amazon.com/Glow-Up-Teens-Flipping-Script/dp/168426362X

Purchase "Flip the Script: Make Your Move from Broken to Brilliant": https://www.amazon.com/Flip-Script-Make-Broken-Brilliant/dp/1684261627

Jamie Pettigrew shares her journey from addiction and crime to serving women coming out of similar situations at Saving Grace Women’s Home in central Mississippi. If anyone you know is struggling with addiction and recovery, please listen and share!