“Am I good enough?” It’s a question so many of us whisper in the quiet moments—when the lights go out, the to-do list is unfinished, and our hearts ache with the weight of not measuring up.

This week on The Love Offering podcast, I’m joined by Bethany Broderick, author of Perfected: Ditching Perfection & Receiving God’s Grace in the Midst of Our Mess. In this beautiful conversation, Bethany vulnerably shares her struggle with perfectionism, insecurity, and the desperate desire to feel “enough”—for others, for herself, and even for God.

We talk about:

*Why the affirmations of culture and even the church sometimes fall short
*The hidden ways perfectionism can shape our faith
*What it means to truly rest in the finished work of Christ
*How we can live in freedom, not fear

If you’ve been caught in the exhausting cycle of striving—this episode is an invitation to let go. You don’t have to be good enough. You don’t have to prove yourself. Christ is enough for you.

I pray this conversation gives you permission to stop striving and start resting—in the arms of the One who has already perfected you by His grace.

 

With you in love and freedom,

Rachael

 

P.S. Know a fellow perfectionist or weary soul who needs this message? Share the episode with her—you never know how God might use it.

 

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Bethany Broderick

 

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Have you ever felt like you're falling behind in life? Like everyone else is getting married, starting families, launching ministries, or stepping into their callings—while you’re still waiting?

If so, you are not alone. And more importantly, you’re not too late.

This week on The Love Offering podcast, I had the joy of speaking with Rebecca George about her new book, You’re Not Too Late: Trusting God’s Timing in a Hurry-Up World. In a culture that tells us to hustle, strive, and “make it happen,” Rebecca offers a beautiful invitation to wait well—to rest in God's presence, release resentment, and find joy in the meantime.

Together, we talk about:

• How to bring our disappointments honestly before God
  
  
• Finding contentment even when our desires are unmet
  
  
• How to turn envy and doubt into deeper trust
  
  
• Forming life-giving habits that help us flourish in every season
  
  

If you're in a season of longing or wondering when it will be your turn, I know this episode will speak to your heart.

Because you’re not behind. You’re exactly where God wants you—and He is never late.

Gratefully,
Rachael

P.S. Share this episode with a friend who needs a reminder that God's timing is always good—and always right on time.

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https://www.radicalradiance.live/

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Have you ever found yourself clinging tightly to control, only to feel even more out of control?

I recently had the opportunity to interview a guest who asked a powerful question:

“What if I can’t let go?”

It’s a question that resonates with so many of us. We long to live fully and freely, but fear, insecurity, and the weight of comparison hold us back. We think holding on will help—but true strength is found in surrender.

In this episode of The Love Offering podcast, I chat with Caitlin Mentzel about her book More Than Conquering: A Season of Surrender where we explore:

💡 What may be keeping you from the life you truly crave

💡 How fear can actually be a catalyst for growth

💡 Ways to silence insecurities and embrace joy

💡 How to overcome comparison, complaining, and excuses

💡 And how to uncover the conqueror within you

This conversation is for the woman who is tired of striving and ready to trust. For the one who is ready to take small, intentional steps toward the life God has designed for her. You don’t have to do it alone—and you don’t have to have it all figured out.

Tune in and take the first step toward letting go and living free.

With hope and surrender,

Rachael Adams

 

Connect with Caitlin:

CAITLYN MENTZEL • Intentional Living & Business Coach (@caitlynmentzel) • Instagram photos and videos

 

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Nothing truly prepares you for the pain of losing your husband. It changes everything—your daily rhythm, your sense of security, your future. If you—or someone you love—is walking the path of widowhood, I want to gently introduce a resource that offers comfort and strength in the midst of heartbreak.

In this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast, I’m sharing about a devotional titled Widow’s Might: A 365-Day Devotional for Widows. This beautiful book weaves together powerful stories from women who have walked this road before—women who have found solace, strength, and the sustaining love of Jesus.

This devotional isn’t just a book—it’s a companion for your grief and a light for your journey. It’s a place to be reminded that you’re not alone, and that God is still writing a story of redemption in your life.

🎧 Tune in to hear more about how God brings beauty from brokenness and how you can experience His might in your weakness.

You are seen. You are loved. And you are not walking alone.

With compassion,

Rachael

 

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Rachel Faulkner-Brown

 

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Have you ever hesitated, wondering, Was that really God? You're not alone. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I'm joined by Abby McDonald to talk about her latest book, Surrendering Certainty: Hearing God Today by Letting Go of Tomorrow. In our conversation, we explore a powerful truth—God's voice wasn't meant to predict the future, but to guide us in peace today.

If you've ever longed for clarity but found yourself stuck in indecision, doubting if you can really hear from God, this episode is for you. Abby shares how we can:

• Trade the need for control with the confidence of walking by faith
• Release the burden of needing to know what comes next
• Grow in our ability to discern God's voice through His Word
• Make decisions without second-guessing when God has already equipped us to move forward

Let's surrender our craving for certainty and discover the freedom that comes with trusting the One who already holds tomorrow.

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https://abbymcdonald.org/

 

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If you’re parenting a teen boy, you already know—these years can feel like an emotional roller coaster. There are moments of joy, but also confusion, frustration, and heartache. You want to guide your son, love him well, and point him to Jesus—but some days, you honestly don’t know what to do.

This week on The Love Offering podcast, I’m joined by Brooke McGlothlin, author of Praying for Teen Boys: Partner with God for the Heart of Your Son. As a mom of two sons herself, Brooke offers wisdom straight from the trenches and reminds us that we’re not alone—and we’re not without help.

In our conversation, Brooke shares how to:

• Fight for your son, not against him
  
  
• Partner with God in powerful prayer
  
  
• Navigate your changing relationship with peace and confidence
  
  
• Find purpose, not powerlessness, in your parenting
  
  

No matter how out of reach your son may seem at times, prayer keeps you connected to the One who sees, knows, and loves him even more than you do.

Tune in and be encouraged—your prayers matter more than you know.

 

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https://brookemcglothlin.net/

 

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Have you ever found yourself thinking...

“It’s all been done.”
“What if I start and fail?”
“What if my voice doesn’t matter?”
“What if it’s already too late?”

If so, you're not alone—and this week’s episode of The Love Offering podcast is one you can’t miss.

I had the absolute joy of sitting down with author and speaker Mary Marantz to talk about her brand-new book, Underestimated. In it, she speaks directly to the fears and excuses that keep us stuck in place—silent, small, and sidelined from the calling God has placed on our hearts.

Together, we talk about how to move from stuck to start, how to quiet the inner critic (and the outer ones too), and why your voice does matter in this world.

Mary shares not only the wisdom she’s gleaned but also practical, grace-filled steps to help you finally quit playing small and step into the story God has written just for you.

You are not too late. You are not too much. And you are certainly not underqualified.

Let’s stop sitting on the sidelines and start walking in faith—one small, brave step at a time.

Cheering you on,
Rachael

 

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https://marymarantz.com/

 

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Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I’ll do that someday…”?

Too often we let the days slip by—some feeling mundane, others overwhelming. But what if today wasn’t just something to survive or check off the calendar? What if today was a verb—an invitation to act, embrace, and fully live?

On this week’s episode of The Love Offering podcast, I’m joined by my friend and bestselling author Carol McLeod to talk about her new book, Today Is a Verb: Open the Gift of Now in Every Ordinary Moment.

Carol encourages us to stop waiting for “someday” and to begin living with purpose today. Through powerful, action-oriented words like pray, trust, celebrate, forgive, and persevere, she helps us uncover the beauty and meaning tucked into each moment.

In our conversation, you’ll discover:

• How to shift your mindset to see today as a divine gift
  
  
• Practical ways to take action in your faith right now
  
  
• How to embrace joy, even when life feels hard
  
  
• Why God’s plan for your life isn’t just in the future—it’s unfolding today
  
  

Whether you need encouragement to get unstuck, hope for your current season, or a fresh perspective on the everyday, this episode is for you.

Let’s stop letting days pass us by. Let’s start living with intention—because today matters.

With love,

Rachael

 

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Have you ever felt unseen or overlooked? Maybe you’ve wondered if anyone notices your efforts, your heart, or even your presence. If so, you are not alone.

This week on The Love Offering podcast, I had the joy of talking with Mary DeMuth about her newest book, The Most Overlooked Women of the Bible. In our conversation, Mary tenderly reminds us that feeling unseen is not a new struggle—many women in Scripture felt the very same way. Yet through their stories, we are invited to discover a profound truth: we are both seen and heard by the God who loves us.

Together, we explore questions like:
✨ Why do I feel invisible sometimes?
✨ How can I overcome feelings of rejection?
✨ What does it really mean to live a “seen” life in a world obsessed with recognition?

Mary’s words are like a balm to the soul—offering hope, healing, and a fresh reminder that you have a beautiful, meaningful place in God’s story.

I pray this conversation encourages you to rest in His love, find joy in who He created you to be, and live empowered to use your unique voice for His glory.

You are seen. You are heard. You are deeply loved.

With love,
Rachael

 

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https://www.marydemuth.com/

 

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If you're parenting a teen daughter—or love someone who is—you know the roller coaster of emotions, shifting dynamics, and daily uncertainties that come with these years.

 

This week on The Love Offering Podcast, I'm joined by Stacey Thacker to talk about her powerful book, Praying for Teen Girls: Partner with God for the Heart of Your Daughter.

 

Stacey knows firsthand how challenging and beautiful the teen years can be. In our conversation, she offers heartfelt encouragement, biblical wisdom, and practical prayers for moms walking this sacred path. 

 

Together, we talk about how to:

• Fight for your daughter, not against her
• Partner with God through intentional, Scripture-inspired prayer
• Navigate your changing relationship with confidence and peace
• Release your daughter to God's care while remaining present and purposeful
• Find daily wisdom and strength for the journey ahead

 

There will always be limits to what we can do for our daughters—but there are no limits to what we can pray or what God can do in and through them.

 

If you're feeling unsure, worn down, or simply want to be more intentional in your prayers, this episode will remind you that you're not alone—and that God is working even when you can't see it.

 

Connect with Stacey:

Blog | Stacey Thacker

 

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