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Have you ever wondered if God is actually working behind the scenes in your life?

In this episode of The True North Podcast, we're continuing our verse-by-verse Ruth Bible study with Ruth Chapter 2, where we meet Boaz and begin to see God's providence unfold in ways that seem ordinary—but are anything but.

Together, we unpack what it means to trust God's timing, faithfully show up in the season you're in, and recognize that the smallest details of your life are never outside of God's control. From Ruth's willingness to work with humility to Boaz's character, generosity, and role as a kinsman-redeemer, this chapter reminds us that God often prepares our breakthrough long before we ever recognize it.

We also discuss:

If you've been waiting for answers, questioning God's timing, or wondering if He's forgotten you, Ruth Chapter 2 is a beautiful reminder that God is always working—even when it doesn't look like it.

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Have you ever walked through a season that made you wonder if God had forgotten about you?

In this episode, I'm joined by my friend Danielle from the But God Podcast as we begin a four-part journey through the Book of Ruth. Together, we're diving into Ruth Chapter 1 and unpacking one of the most honest, heartbreaking, and hope-filled chapters in Scripture.

We talk about Naomi's devastating loss, Ruth's incredible faith, and what this story teaches us about trusting God when life doesn't make sense. We also explore why Naomi wanted to change her name, how our circumstances can try to redefine our identity, and the beautiful reminder that even when we can't see God moving, He's already working behind the scenes.

If you've ever felt forgotten, disappointed, or like your prayers are going unanswered, I hope this conversation reminds you that God's silence is not His absence. He is still writing your story—even in the chapters that feel heavy.

This is just the beginning of our Book of Ruth series, so be sure to subscribe and come back next week as we continue with Ruth Chapter 2.

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Are you constantly carrying everyone else's problems? Do you feel responsible for keeping the peace, holding everything together, or making sure everyone around you is okay?

In this episode of the True North Podcast, we're diving into what it truly means to be sustained by God. 

You'll discover:

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or like the weight of the world is resting on your shoulders, this episode is a reminder that you were never meant to carry it alone.

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains brief discussion of drug addiction, domestic violence, and suicidal thoughts. Listener discretion is advised. While these topics are part of Miranda’s story, this conversation ultimately centers on hope, healing, redemption, and the faithfulness of God.

What do you do when life keeps getting harder, even after you start following God?

In this powerful testimony episode of the True North Podcast, I sit down with Miranda Roy as she shares her incredible journey from childhood trauma, family addiction, domestic violence, homelessness, and heartbreak to discovering the life-changing hope of Jesus Christ.

Miranda opens up about growing up in a broken home, wrestling with questions about God’s goodness, and reaching a point where she wondered if life was worth living. Yet through every setback, unanswered question, and painful season, God continued pursuing her heart.

Together, we talk about what it looks like to trust God when circumstances don’t make sense, why the Book of Job became one of Miranda’s greatest sources of encouragement, and how God can use even the darkest seasons to draw people closer to Him.

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What if obedience to God was never meant to feel like a transaction?

In this episode, I’m joined by Bible teacher and podcast host Kaley Hollingsworth for an honest conversation about biblical obedience, surrender, faith, control, and learning to trust God even when life doesn’t go the way you expected.

We unpack the difference between obedience rooted in love versus obedience driven by fear, and why so many Christians subconsciously approach God with a “if I do this, then You’ll do that” mindset. Together, we talk about what Scripture actually says about obedience, how suffering can deepen intimacy with God, and why surrender is often much harder than we want it to be.

Kaley also vulnerably shares parts of her testimony, including walking through divorce as a Christian woman, wrestling with questions about God’s goodness, and discovering what it truly means to depend on Jesus in difficult seasons.

If you’ve ever struggled with control, fear of messing up God’s plan, striving to “be useful” for God, or wondering whether God is disappointed in you, this conversation will encourage you to stop striving and start walking closely with Him.

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Have you ever seen a Bible verse on a t-shirt, Instagram bio, coffee mug, or social media post and wondered what it actually means?

Some of the most quoted scriptures in the Bible are also some of the most misunderstood. In this episode of The True North Podcast, I’m unpacking three of the most popular Bible verses—John 3:16, Jeremiah 29:11, and Philippians 4:13—and exploring the context behind them so we can better understand what God was really saying.

Together, we'll look at who these verses were originally spoken to, what was happening at the time, and why understanding biblical context can completely change the way we read and apply scripture today.

If you've ever wondered what it truly means to be born again, trust God's plan during difficult seasons, or find contentment through Christ regardless of your circumstances, this episode will help you move beyond simply quoting scripture and begin living it.

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What if the biggest thing holding you back isn’t your circumstances… but the lies you’ve believed about yourself?

In this episode of the True North Podcast, I’m joined by author Hannah Castiaux to have an honest conversation about identity in Christ, breaking free from shame and comparison, and discovering the purpose God intentionally designed you for.

Hannah shares the heart behind her book Intentionally Designed and opens up about her own journey of overcoming insecurity, self-doubt, and the pressure to strive for approval. Together, we unpack the lies so many of us silently carry — feeling unworthy, not enough, disqualified by their past, or stuck chasing a version of themselves the world says they need to become.

This conversation is a reminder that your identity isn’t something you earn — it’s something you receive from God.

If you’ve been struggling with insecurity, comparison, confusion about your purpose, or feeling spiritually stuck, this episode will encourage you to stop striving and start walking confidently in the truth of who God says you are.

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What if God doesn’t want to remove the storm yet because He’s teaching you how to walk through it?

In this episode, I talk about what it looks like to trust God when we can’t see the outcome, how boundaries can actually be a form of provision, and why faith often requires movement before clarity. Whether you’re facing anxiety, relationship struggles, financial pressure, emotional exhaustion, or simply a season where you don’t know what comes next, I pray this conversation encourages you to keep moving forward — even before the waters part.

If you’ve been praying for breakthrough, direction, peace, or a way through something heavy, this episode is for you.

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Have you ever found yourself resenting your current season because you’re desperate for the next one?

In this episode of, I’m talking about something I think all of us wrestle with at some point: the tension between where we are and where we wish we could be. Whether you’re waiting for a relationship, a career breakthrough, healing, purpose, clarity, or a promise from God to finally come to life, it can feel exhausting to stay hopeful while nothing around you seems to change.

I know what it feels like to wonder:

And honestly, sometimes life can feel like one giant waiting room.

But in this episode, I want to encourage you with the truth that where you are right now is not wasted. God is doing something in this season — even if you can’t fully see it yet.

Together, we talk about:

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And remember: where you are today may be the exact place God is preparing you for what’s next.

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Ever opened your Bible and thought, “Where do I even start—and why does this feel so confusing?”

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, intimidated, or honestly just lost trying to read Scripture, this episode of the True North Podcast is your invitation to come back with fresh confidence, clarity, and peace.

In this conversation, we’re breaking down how to read your bible, how to actually understand Scripture, and how to build a consistent Bible study routine that fits your real life.

If you’ve been Googling things like “how to start reading the Bible,” “how to understand the Bible,” or “why don’t I feel anything when I read Scripture,” you’re in the right place.

We’re diving into:

And much more! 

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