Repentance isn’t about shame, it’s about freedom. In this episode, I share how coming into alignment with God brings healing, breaks cycles, and releases the weight we were never meant to carry. When we stay out of alignment through sin, wounds, or even hidden struggles, those things don’t just disappear. They linger, grow, and eventually show up in our relationships, our thoughts, and our behaviors. God invites us into restoration and ultimately relationship with Him. Repentance offers us freedom from bondage. 

Books Mentioned:

Soul Care - Dr. Rob Reimer

Instruments in the Redeemer’s Hands - Paul Tripp

Experiencing Jesus Really - John Eldredge

Sacred Parenting - Gary Thomas

Scripture References:

2 Samuel 11-12 (David & Bathsheba; repentance)

Psalm 51 (David’s repentance prayer)

Psalm 32:3-4 (effects of unconfessed sin)

Romans 5:6-8 (Christ died for us while we were sinners)

Mark 6 (faith, dependence on God)  

We spend so much of life building sandcastles - things that look important but won’t actually last. In this episode, I’m unpacking what it means to do real soul work and why so many of us are walking around with cracks in our foundation without even realizing it. Join me as we name the three big lies that shape our identity. What you build on matters. Castles will crumble, but a life built on Christ will last.

Books mentioned in this episode:

• Soul Care by Dr. Rob Reimer

• Waking Up to the Goodness of God by Susie Larson

• My Brilliant Career by Miles Franklin

Any good gardener knows you can't just pull the leaves off the the top of a weed, it will grow back almost immediately. Unwanted plants in our flowerbeds need to be dug out by the roots. This is also true when it comes to the soil of our souls. We are hoping to grow the fruits of the Spirit but often find ugly weeds popping up when we are stressed or tired. It feels easier to manage our behaviors than get out a shovel and start digging around in our hearts. Join me as we discuss what it looks like to make real, lasting changes in our lives. 

Books mentioned:

Soul Care: 7 Transformational Principles for a Healthy Soul — Dr. Rob Reimer

Instruments in the Redeemer’s Hands — Paul Tripp

Tea Time Discipleship — Sally Clarkson

Bible Verses & Books Referenced:

Proverbs 3:5–6 — Trust in the Lord, not your own understanding

Galatians 6:7 — You reap what you sow

Psalms (various) — David speaking to his soul

James 5:16 — Confess your sins to one another

2 Samuel (life of David) — Honest portrayal of sin, struggle, and repentance

In second Samuel God told David to move quickly when he heard a rustling in the mulberry trees. This was a supernatural act and David's job was to respond quickly. There is a wonderful picture here for us today; when God is stirring you to move forward, don't hesitate, He is with you. David won that battle because he listened for the rustling in the trees. Are you listening? 

Books mentioned on this episode:

1 & 2 Samuel 

Our souls need tending. The Bible has a lot to say about the soul. David in the Psalms often talked to his soul. He encouraged it to look to the Lord in times of trouble. There is great mystery surrounding our inner beings. Soul. Spirit. Heart. On this episode, we wade into the inner working of our souls. Paul tells us there is a war waging inside of us. Are you being a good steward of your soul? 

Books mentioned in this episode:

Instruments in the Redeemer's Hand by Paul David Tripp 

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott 

Teaching of Tim and Elaine Russo Relational Impact Ministries 

Little Women is one of my favorite stories. A novel worth re-reading in different stages of life. The March sisters make for a fascinating case study of the different ways we struggle in our hearts. Join me as we look at this wonderful classic. What's the history behind Louisa May Alcott writing this famous book, and how is it still relevant today?
Books mentioned in this episode:
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
Instruments in the Redeemer's Hand by Paul David Tripp
Resource:
Biblical Counseling Training, San Antonio, TX 

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Have you ever wondered why most books and movies follow a similar narrative? Join me as we explore the epic story arc of the Bible and see that as humans, made in God's image, we are so often retelling this awe-inspiring plot. You will never look at your favorite stories the same way. God has put the echo of a story in our hearts and it is full of lore, danger, evil and good. There is a bigger story being told and we are invited to step out of our small lives into the grand story of the Gospel.

Books mentioned in this episode:

Epic by John Eldredge 

We were all born into an epic story. The narrative started long before we showed up on the scene. Most of us spend part of our life trying to figure out what happened and where we are at in the story right now. Thankfully, God gave us a guide book. The Bible tells us where we came from and where we are going. Are you looking at a map trying to figure out where you are in this timeline? Join me in this episode as we look at The Greatest Story Ever Told, one in which we ourselves have been given a role.

Books mentioned in this episode:

Epic by John Eldredge

Tea Time Discipleship by Sally Clarkson

Sometimes we focus too much on the task itself, like a young child walking with a cup of coffee, if we freeze up with every step it will jostle what's inside. When we pay attention to where we are going (eternity) we will walk with a natural gait and not spill the coffee. How do we keep our eyes on the Lord? In this episode, we dig deeper into how a Christian reaches perfection, or do they? 

Books mentioned on this episode:

The Optimism of Grace by Cliff Sanders

 1 Samuel 

At Christmastime we strive to make everything feel special. In the novella, The Romance of Christmas Cards, the author mentions the transformation of plain packages into those that are beribboned and behollied. We transform our homes for this season, but do we transform our hearts? Join me in a conversation about two classic Christmas stories of reconciliation, forgiveness and sacrifice. Let's start to adorn our hearts with the love God bestowed on us by sending his son as a babe in a manger to call us home. 

Books mentioned on this episode:

Twelve Classic Christmas Stories by Timothy Larsen