Today’s episode is for the person stuck in the wilderness. When God feels quiet, you can’t see what He is doing, and you’re tempted to wait until you have clarity. This is Part 2 with Val Kleppen, and it’s the kind of honest, tough-love encouragement we all need sometimes. We talk about the ripple effect of obedience, why you may not see your impact in your lifetime, and how the Psalms give language for grief, anger, and trust…because pain is real, and God is still good.

Today we’re talking about the waiting of it all. When prayers feel unanswered, direction feels unclear, and you’re trying to stay faithful in what feels like a wilderness. My guest is Val Kleppen, host of The Motherhood Experience Podcast, and we get really honest about grief, surrender, and what it looks like to keep showing up without the full picture. We talk about letting go of control, tethering back to God through the Psalms, and trusting Him in the slow, unseen chapters.

Today we’re talking about fear of the future, the kind that can leave you paralyzed, and how God meets us right there. My guest is Carly Ann Taylor, a Christian soul-pop artist with a powerful story of redemption. Carly shares what it looked like to grow up around chaos, hit moments of hopelessness, and then hear God whisper, “Something good is coming.” We also talk about her song “Why Should I Worry” and how surrender turns into praise.

Today’s episode is for anyone who’s been waiting for God to show the whole plan before taking the next step. My guest is Jessica DeYoung (Made Whole Movement, Perspectives into Practice), and we talk about obedience that trusts God one step at a time. We get super practical on discernment, like how to tell fear from God’s leading, why relief isn’t the same as peace, and what it looks like to move forward when you don’t have the full map.

Today we’re talking about what it looks like to live your faith at home…not just what you believe, but how it shapes your everyday life and your family. My guest is Jennifer Bosma, host of the Front Parking Spot podcast, and she shares practical ways to build a real relationship with Jesus when life is busy and fear is loud. We talk Psalm 91, praying Scripture, getting into the Word (even for two minutes), and why faith can’t be just “should dos.”

Today’s episode is for anyone who’s ever felt trapped by fear and shame, especially when life takes a turn you didn’t plan. My guest is Anita Keagy, founder of Joy Shop Ministries, and she shares a powerful story of unplanned pregnancy, wrestling with fear, and learning to seek God first. We talk about grace over shame, what God does with redemption, and why God’s love isn’t waiting on you to “clean up” because He meets you right where you are.

Today’s episode is for anyone trying to live an authentic faith, especially when money, calling, and insecurity all collide. My guest is Heather Day, director of marketing at Barnabas Foundation and author of Money and Spirit. We talk about what it looks like to surrender your finances to God through the work of the Holy Spirit (not a prosperity message), and how to trust God when you feel unqualified for what He’s asking you to do. This one is practical and deeply encouraging.

Today’s episode is for anyone who feels like joy is either out of reach or it feels too “put together” to be real. My guest is Kyleigh Rose, and we’re talking about real joy: joy that tells the truth about what’s hard and still chooses hope. Kyleigh shares what it looked like to carry shame and guilt, try to “do enough” to make it go away, and how grace and surrender changed everything. If you’re spiritually numb or tired of faking fine, this one’s for you.

Today we’re talking about joy, real joy, when trauma and grief have been part of your story. My guest is Wanda Thibodeaux, a Christian author and writer, and she brings such an honest, practical take: how to pursue joy without pretending pain didn’t happen. We talk about “training your brain” toward what’s good, why Philippians 4:8 matters more than we think, and what to do when your life feels like a dumpster fire season. This episode is hope with tools.

Today we’re talking about what it looks like to follow Jesus right now. How to carry convictions without losing compassion, especially when the world feels divided and discouraging. My guest is Rick Hamlin, author of Everlasting Jesus: 40 Days of Timeless Wisdom for Modern Living. We talk about slowing down, holding space, starting your day with “good news” instead of the news, and living with real proximity and kindness. If you need a practical reset for a noisy world, this episode is for you.