Unashamedly You with Jamie Herndon

This week on the Unashamedly You podcast, I’m joined by author Amanda Lepper for a conversation centered around her book, God Is Unpacking the Boxes.

Sometimes we carry boxes filled with past hurts, disappointments, fears, expectations, and even dreams that haven't unfolded the way we imagined. But what if God wants to open those boxes, not to bring us pain, but to bring healing, restoration, and purpose?

In this episode, we talk about trusting God's process, surrendering the things we've held onto, and allowing Him to work in the hidden places of our hearts. We are reminded that God doesn't waste a single season, and sometimes the very things we've tried to keep packed away are the places where He wants to do His greatest work.

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This week we will dive in to part 2 of the two-part conversation, with Nita Bean Hodges, author, woman of faith, and wife of the late Rev. Verbal Bean.

She shares her story of meeting Verbal, their life and ministry together, the heartbreak and tragedy that

changed everything, and the faithfulness of God through it all.

Her story is one of love, loss, faith, prayer, sacrifice, and the legacy of a man of God whose ministry impacted countless lives.

My Life with Verbal Bean: The Man – The Minister, sharing the story of Verbal Bean from the perspective of the woman who knew him best — his wife.

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Welcome to a very special episode of the Unashamedly You Podcast — Episode 200!

For this milestone episode, I am honored to sit down with Nita Bean Hodges, author, woman of faith, and wife of the late Rev. Verbal Bean.

In this two-part conversation, she shares her story of meeting her late husband, Rev. Verbal Bean, their life and ministry together, the heartbreak and tragedy that changed everything, and the faithfulness of God through it all.

Her story is one of love, loss, faith, prayer, sacrifice, and the legacy of a man of God whose ministry impacted countless lives.

This is Part 1, so be sure to come back next week for Part 2 as her story continues.

My Life with Verbal Bean: The Man – The Minister, sharing the story of Verbal Bean from the perspective of the woman who knew him best — his wife.

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This week we are replaying episode 74, with Amy Wyant. She vulnerably shares parts of her story that aren’t always easy to talk about—childhood trauma, bitterness she has had to learn to overcome, the disappointment and heartbreak of miscarriage, and seasons of change in her business and personal life.

Her story is a beautiful reminder that our joy doesn’t have to be dependent on our circumstances. Even when life doesn’t look the way we hoped or imagined, we can choose to surrender, allow God to heal the places that hurt, and find our source of joy in Him. If you’ve walked through disappointment, loss, hurt, or a season of change, this episode will encourage you that God can bring beauty, healing, and joy from even the hardest places.

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In this episode Jamie sits down with Dr. Lyndi Mullinax of Her Whole Health for an important conversation about taking care of the whole woman—mind, body, and spirit.

We talk about what it looks like to recognize when we’re struggling, the importance of checking in with ourselves and the women around us, and why being strong doesn’t mean pretending everything is okay or carrying everything by ourselves.

Dr. Lyndi and Jamie also dive into postpartum health and the realities many women experience after having a baby—from physical changes and exhaustion to anxiety, depression, hormones, identity shifts, and feeling like you’ve lost yourself. Postpartum mental health struggles are real, treatable, and can look different from woman to woman.

Most importantly, this conversation is a reminder that you are not alone.

Your health matters. Your mental health matters. And you matter.

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Dr. Lyndi Mullinax

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Website: www.herwholehealth.com (http://www.herwholehealth.com/)

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What if the things we see on the outside are actually connected to something much deeper on the inside?

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Keisha Acree, author of Why Do You Wear a Skirt? Why Don’t You Wear Jewelry And Makeup? Why Don’t You Cut Your Hair? for a powerful conversation about faith, obedience, holiness, and the convictions that shape how we live our lives.

She shares the heart behind her book and the personal journey that led her to examine not only what she believes, but why she believes it. Together, they talk about outward appearance, biblical convictions, modesty, obedience, and the importance of allowing our relationship with God—not culture, comparison, or the opinions of others—to guide our choices.

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What if you’re not too young, too inexperienced, or too late for God to use you?

In this final episode of our Back to School series, Jamie sits down with Olivia Currie for an encouraging conversation about stepping into what God has called you to—no matter your age or season of life.

Sometimes, we can believe that God’s greatest plans are reserved for those who are older, more talented, or who seem to have it all figured out. But Scripture reminds us that God uses people in every season. He isn’t limited by our age, our timeline, or what the world says is possible.

Together, they talk about being willing to say yes to God, trusting His timing, and recognizing that your story can be exactly what He wants to use.

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Another Back to School series, where we’re highlighting young ladies who are making a powerful impact for the Kingdom of God right where they are. We believe God isn’t waiting until you’re older to use you—He is calling and using this generation right now.

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Natalie Holmes for a powerful conversation about what it means to surrender our need to understand everything God is doing.

There are seasons when we want answers, explanations, and a clear picture of what comes next—but faith often asks us to trust God even when we cannot see the whole story. Natalie shares from her own journey about learning to release the need for understanding and choosing instead to trust the One who already knows the beginning, the middle, and the end.

If you're walking through a season where you have more questions than answers, this conversation will encourage you to stop striving for understanding and start resting in trust. God doesn't ask us to understand everything—He asks us to trust Him.

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Welcome to our Back to School series, where we’re highlighting young ladies who are making a powerful impact for the Kingdom of God right where they are. We believe God isn’t waiting until you’re older to use you—He is calling and using this generation right now.

In this episode, Magdalena Presson joins us to share her powerful testimony of coming back to God and learning what it truly means to live boldly as a daughter of the King.

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Welcome to the first episode of our Back to School series, where we're highlighting young ladies who are making a powerful impact for the Kingdom of God right where they are. We believe God isn't waiting until you're older to use you—He is calling this generation now.

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Cydney Cypert to talk about what it really looks like to serve with excellence, humility, and a heart that desires to honor God above all else.

Cydney shares why going the extra mile matters, even when no one notices. She reminds us that serving faithfully isn't about receiving recognition or applause—it's about doing everything as unto the Lord. Whether you're serving behind the scenes, leading in front of others, or simply being faithful in the everyday tasks God has placed before you, your work matters to Him.

Whether you're heading back to school, stepping into a new season, or simply wanting to serve God with greater purpose, this episode will encourage you to pursue excellence, remain humble, and keep your focus on the One you're truly serving.

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We pray that every episode brings you strength and encouragement on your journey.

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