The Intertwined Life Podcast - w/ Jenny Zentz - Christian Women (Faith, Marriage, Parenting, Growth)

What happens when a demon possessed, sociopathic serial killer has a true encounter with the resurrected Christ? JESUS WINS!   In this engaging conversation I have the privilege of sitting with Dr. Michael Caparrelli , author of Monster Mirror: 100 Hours with David Berkowitz, Once Known as Son of Sam .   “Dr. Michael A. Caparrelli is a former pastor of 16 years and a PhD in Advanced Studies in Hum...

Hold onto your seats! If you think I’m passionate on my own, get ready for a passion overload! Author, pastor, coach, and serial entrepreneur Shiraz Siddique is here to fire us up and challenge us to discover and accept our own unique purpose and then to stay the course. Plus, he is hilarious! Friends, God does not have to give us grace for a race He never called us to! We cannot embrace the grace...

In this episode, I’m talking about walking with Jesus together with others. My guest, Robby Angle is the President and CEO of TrueFace and the former Groups Pastor at North Point Church in Atlanta, GA where he oversaw more than 800 small groups! If anyone can encourage us to gather our people and grow in our faith, it is this man! Regardless of where you are on your journey, whether you are a chur...

In this episode we are talking discipleship with my dear friend, fellow podcaster and one of the most generous Bible teachers I know, Angie Baughman . The term discipleship may be intimidating to many, but Angie and I spend this episode breaking it down. Friends, salvation is just the beginning of the journey. Discipleship is walking with Jesus daily.   Another, important aspect of the Christian l...

Are you ready? Let’s grow! If you are looking to take your walk with the Lord to the next level and truly begin to experience real spiritual growth this year, then this episode is not to be missed! Here I am sharing what I believe to be the number 1 key to true spiritual growth for the Christian life. Strong faith does not happen by accident! So push play, and let’s get growing! Find all Scripture...

Has loving others ever left you hurting? We’ve all been there. Author, coach, and speaker, Courtney Burg joins us in this episode to discuss the importance of setting healthy boundaries and learning to break free from codependency in order to love yourself and others better. Whether physical, emotional, or somewhere in between, good boundaries are anything but selfish. Good boundaries can be the k...

Do you tend to feel more pressured than present in the holiday season? In this short episode I offer you 3 simple ways to find a mindset of gratitude as we head into the most (insert your own adjective here) time on the year. Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-gratitude-mindset   *Resources mentioned in this episode: - One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp...

In this episode I am joined by Liz O’Brien and Candice Rockel, founders of The Aurora Network . The only all-female Christian life coaching company on the planet, serving God’s daughters. They are passionate about helping women achieve big and live balanced while walking in their God-given purpose. “Aurora Network was born out of a deep desire to help women rise up and reach out toward their God-g...

Sometimes we have to set aside the to-do list in order to walk in the purpose for which God has given us the day! Ever feel overwhelmed, behind, exhausted?? I mean, I never do, but I’ve heard its a thing. 🙂 This episode is a solo show, just me, exploring my own current state of the mind. I know. Hold on to your seats! The Lord is continually showing me how to choose purpose over progress, even wh...

In this episode, I'm talking with author, speaker, and apologist Jason Jimenez . Jason has a brand-new book out, Parenting Gen Z: Guiding Your Child through a Hostile Culture . Trust me, you do not want to miss this episode as Jason and I talk about some tough parenting topics and how to confidently guide our kids through these challenging times. Find all Scripture references from this episode...

There are so many great resources out there for parenting the ADHD child. But what if you are the one with ADHD? Meet Patricia Sung , adult ADHD Coach and speaker.   Patricia has created this beautiful space of grace where she provides community, support, and resources for moms fighting their own ADHD battle.  You can enjoy the life and motherhood you have and learn how to make it work for you and...

A children’s book about a German-born, Nazi opposing teacher who was killed in a concentration camp? Yep! You heard that right.   Children’s book author, Molly Frye Wilmington takes the story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, teacher, spy and Resistance member, and brings it to life in an approachable way to help children understand faith, perseverance, and suffering.   Join me for this conversation with Mo...

“How do you outrun the fears that have robbed you of freedom and peace and convinced you that your children can't be safe in this broken world?” - Amanda Florczykowski. Join me as I talk with author, speaker, and activist, Amanda Florczykowski. Amanda is the author of Unraveled: Mothering Fiercely in a World Full of Fear , and the founder of   Able Moms Int. and Vigilant Families . Her own fam...

No one else can tell your story…These were the words the Lord spoke to Teresa Whiting’s heart as she prepared to write a women’s Bible study. But Teresa’s is a story of sexual brokenness. It is messy and she didn’t think her story would make for great Bible study material. Yet as she leaned into this thought the Lord brought her to the stories of six women in scripture with deep sexual wounds. Whe...

Ever struggle to get motivated? Yes! Me. All the time. I know it's true that once you get started things will pick up momentum. I've experienced this over and over again, but sometimes I just can’t find the energy to even get things rolling in the first place.   If this has ever been an issue for you, you are going to love this short and sweet episode. This is session two of the “Life in t...

“It was necessary for Him to go through Samaria.”   Why did these words make me cry? Why did a phrase so easily overlooked, seemingly insignificant grab me at my core until my eyes burned and my breath came out in a whispered, “Thank you, Jesus.”   Friend, YOU are necessary. In this short phrase above Jesus proved once and for all that what the world may see as a lost cause He considers to be abso...

Get ready to laugh, learn and be inspired by author Amy Weinland Daughters , as seen on the Kelly Clarkson Show! In this interview Amy and I are discussing her latest book, Dear Dana: That Time I Went Crazy and Wrote All 580 of My Facebook Friends a Handwritten Letter. Amy helps us rethink the meaning of the word “friend” and challenges us to create deep friendships in a world gone shallow. Plus,...

Let’s talk about battling anxiety and depression with the Word of God to find increased spiritual strength.   Listen in on this recent interview I had the privilege of doing as a guest on The Steady On Podcast with Angie Baughman. Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-spiritual-strength   *Resources mentioned in this episode: - The “10 Promises That Help...

Do you need a reset button for your mom-life? This episode will bring you just that! In this interview I’m chatting with Elizabeth Andreyevskiy, Stress Coach for Christian moms, and host of the Emotionally Healthy Legacy Podcast . With five practical, actionable tips, Elizabeth is here to help us reduce mental stress and overwhelm so we can respond with patience and calm and ultimately be the mama...

Once your faith is in Him and not yourself you can act motivated by love not striving to earn love. When you know it is by grace through faith in Jesus that you are forgiven and united with God, you can stop trying so hard. Take a deep breath. That is the mystery and the good news of the true gospel. You don’t have to get it right to be made right. It is about to get real. We’re going to put some...

I am such a speck inspector! And unfortunately, (especially for Tim) my marriage is often not exempt from my expertise. You know what I’m talking about, right? The passage in Luke about the beam and the speck? I seem to have an uncanny ability to see around or even straight through the beam in my eye to help Tim identify the speck in his. Praise God, I’m not a bad as I used to be, but no doubt, I...

What happens at the crossroads of anxiety and faith? How do we reconcile the two? Can we trust Jesus and take medication? Get ready for another transparent chat with yours truly. This time the tables are turned, and I find myself on the other side of the interview. Listen in to this conversation between myself and Amy Deb originally aired on Amy’s show, the Life On Purpose Podcast. Find all Script...

Listen in on my conversation with Dr. Randy Alonso of Lineage Church (formerly Central Life Church). Randy is a pastor, speaker, John Maxwell leadership coaching expert, and a Senior National Representative and Partnered Pastor with Bridges for Peace , a Christian humanitarian aid organization based is Jerusalem. He is an advocate for the Nation of Israel and the Jewish people, and travels frequen...

I’m guessing that for many of you the question, “What is your word of the year,” either excites you or just really annoys you. I get it. I have gone back and forth many times. Let's talk about it. What’s the deal with the word of the year? Should I have a word of the year? How do I get a word of the year? If I don't have a word of the year, do I just make one up? In this episode, I will share with...

This episode is about two things: Stepping back and drawing closer. How do we do both? In this season let’s discover what it looks like to take a step back from the busy and step closer to the Lover of our souls and the relationship He desires with us! Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-stepping-back *Resources mentioned in this episode: - Rock Harbor...