I cannot believe we are at the end of Bold Mercy's Second Season! Wow! I need to say thank you to all the amazing woman who shared their stories! It is not easy being vulnerable in front of a microphone. My heart was always encouraged through these stories, and I hope yours was also! Join us today for the finale, where we will look back over some themes heard in Season Two. 

I am excited to welcome Nanette Smith on the podcast today! Nanette and I met about 25 years ago at a summer camp, and it is wonderful to reconnect. Nanette is currently on staff at Gwinnett Church, but has also served on college campuses, camps, and locations around the world. This is the first time I have had the honor to share a story of the blessings and pain of singleness. Single women have a vital, unique and dignified role in the Kingdom of God. I honor and applaud these bold women! We are glad you are here. Join us!

Melissa Mulvaney is my guest on Bold Mercies today. Melissa's voice and laughter rings with joy. It might surprise you to learn she lived through dark times of anxiety, depression and PTSD from a cancer diagnosis. But God is always at work even in our darkest days in order to produce in us fruitfulness. We are glad you are here. Join us.

I'm honored to share Christina Wilkins' story on the podcast today! Depression crept into Christina's life while she was young in High School. Keeping her depression a secret, she resorted to self-harm for release from the inner pain. But God had a beautiful story to write in her life. She fell in love with Jesus in the middle of her depression, and he helped walk her through a deep healing journey. The journey included more depression, but Christina maintains rhythms of connectedness with Jesus and her therapist. You will love this story!Resources:https://www.betterhelp.com/ for Counselinghttps://aliciachole.com/product/ready-set-rest-ebook/ For Prayer Retreatshttps://www.ifgathering.com/ Habakuk Bible Study

I think there are some stories that take a little more courage to share than others. And this is why I am so thankful for Bridget's willing voice! In this episode I chat with Bridget about her steps to sobriety, the nuts and bolts of re-thinking, and the realization that she is completely accepted in Jesus.We are glad you are here! Resources:Loving What Is, by Byron Katie

I'm excited to have Charlotte Chaney on the podcast today! Charlotte radiates unshakeable faith and hope. But when I asked her what were the building blocks to her strong faith, she said suffering. Actually years of suffering in an emotionally abusive marriage and then a fight against Stage 3 Rectal Cancer.We all long for a life of ease, so I am just going to say what we all know to be true...Suffering, as much as we dislike it, truly refines us.Resources:https://charlottessoul.com/

I'm super excited to welcome Lexi Peck to the podcast today. We get to chat about her journey with gripping fear, bravery, and the building blocks that moved her from one to the other. She is about to release a Children's book entitled, "What Do You Say To a Dragon?"  Pre-order Lexi's book today on Amazon or at Barnes and Nobles.

I'm happy to have Linda Waugh on the podcast today. Linda's eyes of faith, and dependence on the promises of God are going to encourage you in the midst of any storm you are facing. However, this episode was made with Mom's of special need kiddos in mind. Linda has a 19 year old son who was diagnosed with autism when he was 2. Linda brings the wisdom of someone who has walked a long journey of faith.Thanks for being here! 

I'm so happy to have Mekdes Haddis on the podcast today. Mekdes was born and raised in Ethiopia until she moved to America when she was 19. We chat about culture shock, deep feelings of loneliness and isolation, the growth of a community, and her vision for global missions. She is wise beyond her years. Thank you for joining us today!Resources:https://www.mekdeshaddis.com/https://www.facebook.com/groups/justmissions

I'm excited to have Chrissy Mayer on the podcast today! If you have ever had a season of waiting, or if God has answered "NO" to any of your prayers, or if you have dealt with infertility, then you are in the right place! As I like to say, stories lend strength. It is our prayer that you walk away stronger in your faith from hearing Chrissy's story. Thanks for being here. Join us!#boldmerciesfriday Takeovers can be found @boldmerciespodcast!