Does God really care about people in prison? What does it look like for the God of the Holy Bible to pursue the heart of rebellious, prideful, stiff necked people? In this conversation my guest, Steven Snook shares what he experienced while serving 22 years in federal prison. Not only did Steven encounter God but he shares many stories of how God is searching for prodigals from every walk of life.
Being able to screen for genetic mutations is an incredible opportunity but making the decision whether or not to get tested actually has a very weighty consideration attached to it. What if it comes back positive for a genetic mutation? Erin Simone takes us through her journey and her decision to have the double prophylactic mastectomy.
I couldn’t wait to share with you this conversation about mental illness. My guest is Susan Johnson. She’s the author of, Some Dreams Are Worth
Finding joy in grief. Doesn’t that sound like an oxymoron? Sonya says no, because she found joy in the midst of her grief. But take heart, it wasn’t an overnight discovery. It wasn’t without a genuine struggle in deep pain and with even deeper questions.
It’s not too often that a widower, a man will talk openly about grief but my guest today, Daniel Doolan took the time to share his experience of loosing his precious wife, Kathy. He and Kathy were married for 48 years before leukemia snatched her from his embrace. Where does a widower find comfort? Is there any peace to be found after such a devastating loss?
Taking responsibility is a powerful tool when it comes to healing. Author and speaker, Kimberly Bell is my guest today and using her book titled, The Epitome of Kimmy: Accept & Embrace It All, we touched on topics such as domestic violence, foster care, teen pregnancy, child abuse, sexual abuse and abusive relationships, as well as the trauma and PTSD. Sadly, Kimberly has experienced all of these and more. Her powerful transformation from broken to healed wasn’t an easy journey because it was plagued with set backs and returning to old patterns but Kimberly never stopped praying to the God of the Holy Bible.
My heart has been so encouraged by my guest, Tess Scott. I love how she embraces her imperfections. Tess is the founder of Listen Sister, a ministry with a focus on encouraging women through what she calls, the freakshow of life. Using her message of encouragement Tess has written a book titled, Listen Sister! Finding Hope in the Freakshow of Life.
If you’re familiar with 1 Corinthians 13, you know this chapter is referred to as the love verses. They describe the importance, depth and beauty of God’s love for us and since He loved us first, He also expects us to love others in the way He has modeled for us. I’m not sure about you but I really, really struggle to love like God loves.
Have you experienced the love of God in the midst of your own earth-shattering circumstance?
If you are open to sharing your story with our community of women searching for hope in the midst of grief, I would be honored to have you on the show.
Therapists, grief counselors, pastors, and others with expertise about pain and suffering and who would like to share their insight with our community, are also welcome to reach out about becoming a guest.
