God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the church—the very place where we expect to find grace, community, and care—becomes a place of hurt? In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, Patricia talks with Timothy St. John, counseling pastor at Lighthouse Community Church in Torrance, California, about church hurt, healing, rebuilding trust, and finding a healthy church community. Timo...

Send us Fan Mail What if some of the stories people tell about the moments surrounding death are more than stories? In this fascinating episode of God-Sized Stories , Patricia Holbrook sits down with J. Steve Miller, a writer, professor, researcher, and longtime student of questions surrounding faith, death, and the afterlife. Miller describes himself as naturally skeptical. Rather than simply acc...

Send us Fan Mail What does it mean to raise children who have never known a world without social media, smartphones, the internet, and now artificial intelligence? In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, Patricia talks with Dave Boden, author of Raising Gen Alpha: Helping Kids Navigate Everything from Anxiety to AI, about the generation growing up in the middle of an extraordi...

Send us Fan Mail What if the deepest wound in your life isn't one you've been able to name? In this heartfelt episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, Patricia sits down with Rachelle Starr , founder of Scarlet Hope, author, speaker, and executive producer of the documentary He Calls Me Daughter . After leaving a successful corporate career, Rachelle answered God's call...

Send us Fan Mail What if something as ordinary as a glass of clean water could transform an entire community? In this episode of God-Sized Stories , Patricia Holbrook sits down with Dave LeVan , President and CEO of Water for Good , to explore one of the world's most urgent yet often overlooked challenges—the global water crisis. After spending much of his career in the business world, Dave f...

Send us Fan Mail Why did Jesus begin His ministry by calling fishermen? In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook , Patricia welcomes Randal "Randy" Teague —attorney, world traveler, and author of Jesus and His Fisherman: The Untold Story . After studying history, Scripture, and the culture surrounding the Sea of Galilee, Randy invites us to see familiar Gospel accounts...

Send us Fan Mail What do you do when you've prayed faithfully, trusted wholeheartedly, and the answer still hasn't come? In this heartfelt episode of God-Sized Stories , Patricia Holbrook welcomes author, speaker, and ministry leader Lauren Gaskill for an honest conversation about infertility, chronic illness, unanswered prayers, and learning to trust God in the waiting. Years ago, Patri...

Send us Fan Mail How do we guide children through today’s conversations about gender, sexuality, and identity with biblical wisdom and grace? In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, Patricia talks with educator and Foundation Worldview founder Elizabeth Urbanowicz about helping children develop a strong biblical worldview in an increasingly confusing culture. Elizabeth shares...

Send us Fan Mail As America approaches its 250th birthday, many are asking difficult questions about our nation’s identity, history, and spiritual foundation. In this thoughtful and timely conversation, Patricia sits down with author and prayer leader Cynthia Scott to discuss her book, Celebrating GOD, Our FOUNDER, at America’s 250th Birthday. Together, they explore the role faith played in Americ...

Send us Fan Mail Can public school students really learn the Bible during the school day? In this episode, Patricia Holbrook interviews Nate Lundquist about the documentary Off School Property and the impactful work of LifeWise Academy. LifeWise Academy is helping students receive Bible education during school hours through a legal framework known as “released time instruction.” With parental perm...

Send us Fan Mail In a world where anxiety, pressure, and uncertainty are shaping the lives of children more than ever before, how do we raise kids who are not just successful—but truly resilient? In this episode of God-Sized Stories, Patricia Holbrook sits down with Sissy Goff and David Thomas, trusted counselors and co-authors of Capable: How to Teach Your Kids the Strengths, Skills, and Strategi...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, I sit down with Rick Altizer, director of the documentary He Calls Me Daughter. Together, we explore the deeply personal journey of identity, healing, and what it truly means to be called a daughter of God. Through real stories captured in the film, we are reminded that our past does not define us—God does. If y...

Send us Fan Mail What if revival doesn’t begin in culture—but in the human heart? In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, I sit down with Joshua Enk, producer of *A Great Awakening*, to explore the powerful story behind one of the most significant spiritual movements in history—the First Great Awakening. During the 1730s and 1740s, God used voices like George Whitefield to sti...

Send us Fan Mail What does it look like to grow up surrounded by addiction—and still witness the power of God’s love? In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, Patricia sits down with Jonathan Tepper, author of Shooting Up: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Addiction. Raised by missionary parents in one of Madrid’s most broken communities during the heroin epidemic, Jonathan shares ho...

Send us Fan Mail Addiction and destructive patterns affect millions of people—and the shame surrounding them often keeps people trapped in silence. In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, Patricia sits down with Mark Hopson, Executive Director of Decision Point and author of Set Free, to discuss how the gospel addresses the deeper spiritual roots behind addiction. Mark shares...

Send us Fan Mail Is fear a sin? For many believers, anxiety comes with a second burden: guilt. We worry not only about our circumstances but also about whether our fear disappoints God. In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, I speak with Ed Welch about his book Fear Is Not a Sin and what Scripture teaches about anxiety, weakness, and the nearness of Christ. You’ll discover: W...

Send us Fan Mail The Book of Acts is not just history—it is a blueprint for how believers live on mission today. In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, Dr. Darren Carlson shares insights from his new devotional, Witness: Missional Devotions from the Book of Acts. As a pastor and founder of Training Leaders International, Darren brings powerful stories from the global Church t...

Send us Fan Mail What if taking your thoughts captive isn’t just biblical wisdom—but something that actually changes your brain? In this episode, Patricia Holbrook is joined by Dr. Lee Warren, neurosurgeon, pastor, and author of The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery, to explore the powerful intersection of faith, neuroscience, and emotional healing. Dr. Warren explains how repeated thoughts...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Geoff Chang and I explore his new devotional book, Y our Only Comfort: Devotions for Hope in Suffering , a powerful collection of reflections drawn from the sermons of Charles H. Spurgeon and thoughtfully edited by Dr. Chang. This conversation offers biblical encouragement for anyone walking through pain, grief, or prolonged hardship. We discuss:    •   Why su...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt conversation, Patricia Holbrook welcomes Brendt Blanks, author, content creator, and former marriage and family therapist, to share her powerful journey from counseling in hospitals to building a thriving faith-based lifestyle brand ("She Gave It A Go") and publishing her new devotional book, "Listen Closer." The episode dives into navigating...

Send us Fan Mail Is investing ever neutral—or does our money always carry influence? In this episode of God-Sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook, Patricia welcomes Christian financial advisor and author Robin John to discuss his book The Good Investor and how believers can think more biblically about wealth, stewardship, and long-term impact. Robin offers a thoughtful and practical framework for C...

Send us Fan Mail In this personal year-end message, I share honestly about a season of loss, pause, and transition—and how God has been faithfully rebuilding the work of Soaring with Him Ministries. This year brought unexpected grief, caregiving, job loss, and closed doors—but also renewed calling, expanded podcast reach, and continued ministry to vulnerable women. This is not the end. It is a new...

Send us Fan Mail Is the Christmas story fact or tradition? In this Christmas episode of God-Sized Stories, Patricia Holbrook sits down with bestselling author and former legal journalist Lee Strobel to discuss his latest book, The Case for Christmas. Strobel—best known for The Case for Christ—brings his investigative mindset to the nativity story, examining whether the birth of Jesus stands up to...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another inspiring episode of God-sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook! In this heartfelt conversation, Patricia sits down with Devorah, one of the leaders of Dugit Outreach Center in Tel Aviv, to discuss the powerful legacy behind the book "Legacy of Hope," the impact of Messianic Judaism in Israel, and the courageous story of Rabbi Daniel Tzion, who helped sa...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to another inspiring episode of God-sized Stories with Patricia Holbrook! In today’s conversation, Patricia sits down with bestselling author and renowned speaker Gary Thomas (appearing here as John Seidel) to explore his powerful new book, *The Life You Were Reborn to Live*. In this episode: - Unpacking Spiritual Lies: Gary shares eye-opening insights on the lies we often...