In this episode, Mary Scott and Rachel answer some frequently asked questions from listeners! Here are some of the topics: I’m looking for a devotional book or app to help me get back into a routine of spending time with Jesus // What’s the best way to stay on top of devotionals and journaling while in college? What did the process look like for Rachel and Thomas, Mary Scott and Daniel look like? Advice for thinking about marriage. What advice would you give a single woman who longs for a godly husband and marriage? What advice do you have for a girl that has gotten off track with her relationship with God? How did you and Rachel meet? Why did you choose to start a podcast? What is the hardest part of podcasting? What are your favorite things to do in Birmingham and Savannah? Advice for how to have a Sabbath, especially in a busy season? How do you continue to press towards the Lord when His promises seem slow and you’re just trying to get by? Show Notes:https://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/2018/8/1/ask-us-anything-part-one-with-mary-scott-and-rachel-episode-12 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast/ Mary Scott Instagram: instagram.com/maryscottmercer/ Rachel Instagram: instagram.com/rachel.awtrey/

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In this episode, Rachel chats with her friend Gianna about the difference between feeling loved and being loved. Gianna mentions the season in her life where rejection was “knocking and banging at her door” and how she overcame the feelings of rejection by finding acceptance first by the Father, knowing how she feels loved by others and then bravely communicating this to the people she loves. Show Notes: https://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/11

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Mary Scott and this week's guest, Whitney McIntosh, journey through what it looks like to find your identity in Christ before anything else. They ask the tough questions and make you ponder on what you hold close to your heart and who you call yourself. Whitney shares her story of when she thought "God benched her" from life and takes us through her season of finding true identity in Him. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/10

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This week, Rachel shares her heart on overcoming our problems and finding victory in the midst of our hindrances using a neat twist on perspective in the story of David and Goliath. Her convicting message on making our problems bigger than they deserve leaves you with an adrenaline rush of encouragement, a "let's do this thing" attitude and a triumphant heart. We pray this episode leaves you more bold and brave to throw aside your hinderances and run your race well. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/09

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Rachel chats with wedding photographer, Sophie Lindler, about what it takes to chase dreams and find your purpose behind your God-given passions. Sophie shares what it’s like behind her bliss as a photographer and the road it took to get to where she is now. Rachel asks about how she overcomes comparison, competition and all of the other unglamorous parts that come with Kingdom-minded-business. Her marriage and love story, recent travels to Europe to shoot a wedding, and her current favorites leave you giggling, and propelled to chase that dream you’ve always wanted. Enjoy! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/08

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In this episode, Mary Scott interviews her friend Paige Straarup. Paige shares what it has been like living in South Africa after she and Brad's world was flipped upside down after their honeymoon. We talk about what it means to "work your wait" in seasons that are hard and don't make sense. She puts up with Mary Scott as she asks silly questions about what life is like in Africa, and you will leave this episode so deeply encouraged. Thanks for listening! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/07

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Mary Scott and Rachel are back together for a solo episode this week! After a week of what felt like nonstop negative news, we decided to take a moment and dedicate an entire show to provide practical ways to find beauty in our everyday moments. We pray that this episode is encouraging and challenging to you, and we can’t wait to hear how you are finding beautiful today! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/06

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On this episode, Mary Scott sits down with Shae to share a little bit behind her bliss of working in ministry, why it's worth it to pursue the Lord in hard seasons, how to be a friend and let people be a friend to you through all circumstances, and how to also cultivate a "high touch environment" in your little window of the world. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/05

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Dreaming big + overcoming challenge is this woman’s story. Katie Walters shares the ins and outs and so much wisdom on marriage, mothering 6 while managing a non-profit and cultivating dreams. Doing life according to your calling doesn’t mean “compromise” and Katie knows this best. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/04

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Love stories, adventure, and so much more in today’s episode as Mary Scott interviews Rachel. They cover topics from working on a ranch to being a brand creator to dealing with death at an early age. Rachel’s love for creativity and Jesus shines through this episode. You don't want to miss this! Shownotes: https://www.behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/3

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