Finding Something Real Podcast

How do you make marriage a priority when you're parenting young kids? How do you communicate in a healthy way? And what does it mean when the Bible talks about "I am my beloved's and he is mine?" We're wrapping up this month's series on Living Happily Ever After. It's Leap Year which only made it all the more fitting to squeeze in one bonus episode talking about marriage and answering questions fr...

Divorce can be an incredibly painful life event. How do you recover from that? And how do you start over and trust someone again? What advice would you give to others who might be thinking of divorce or who have a spouse who is no longer committed? This is a raw and honest conversation with one couple who are learning how to build happily ever after- the second time around.

Sitting around our kitchen table, sharing a mic, Brian and I co-host a casual conversation with a couple whose marriage we greatly admire. How have they learned to encourage each other so well? How have they learned to love each other without fear? Jim and Darci talk about freedom, prioritizing each other, communication, slowing down and the importance of fighting for their marriage story. Also me...

What happens when you've only been married a couple days and you're already researching how to get an annulment? How do you go from disappointment to joy? Find out from the wisdom shared by Pastor Steve Haney and his ministry partner and bride of 27 years, Steffanie in this podcast episode. With special guest co-host Brian Wood.

What does it mean to live happily ever after and is that thing? And what has been our biggest struggles (hint: expectations and comparison). An honest discussion with my favorite guest about our story, God's faithfulness, and what marriage is all about.

What is health and why is it something my friend, Melanie is so passionate about? In this episode, she brings her expertise in health and wellness coaching along with her Christian perspective to discuss how we can deal with discouragements and detours. Love my friend's honesty and expertise- especially what she says about our brokenness being made perfect.

When I started thinking of what I wanted 2020 Clarity podcast goals to look like, I hoped to record one podcast episode each month to be less of the interview format and more just two people having a raw discussion about mutual struggles and triumphs. Here's the first "Earthy" episode of 2020 recorded with my dear friend, Kristen Desgroseillier. She is full of humor, wisdom and authenticity and I...

What do you do when it's 10pm, perfect plans fall apart, and you have a deadline? Well, you reach out to someone you love. In this episode, I talk with my husband about how he lives an encouraged life, what he's living for, and why he believes accepting who we are and others for who they are is one of the most valuable things we can do. He talks about the difference between authenticity and vulner...

Nicole (a college psychology major and one of the sweetest young women I know) shares in this podcast about overcoming the lies of pursuing perfectionism and embracing grace. She gets real about image, comparison, and faith. And she shares her journey as an offering of hope. For those who are currently struggling with depression or suicidal thoughts, the National Suicide Prevention Hotline number...

The One Where We Say Hello (Again). An introduction to the process of planning for 2020 and living an encouraged life even when things don't go as we think they should. I share some stories of distractions and clarity on what I want to pursue in life and in the podcast. Details of what's in store for 2020.

Originally attempted to post this on December 23rd, 2019. An Update on the Future of This Podcast, A talk about the craziness of the holiday season, what this series was all about, and an encouragement to move forward in love to those around you.

A humorous and honest conversation about how we can use what we've been given to be a light to those around us. What is The Hot Mess Joy Club?

Talking about: - The choice to follow Jesus -Disappointment with God and His loving nature -Suffering -Sharing our personal journeys for the encouragement of others -Being present and available for people -The daily habit of time alone with God and the risk of loving people -Flaws and struggles and God’s perfect love

Do you believe you are who God says you are? Believing God sometimes leads to big leaps of faith and my friend Katie Dommel shares some of her personal journey through doubts, detours and worship. She also talks about Ebeneezer moments which is a pretty cool concept and I might start collecting rocks after recording this episode.

Do you ever wonder if the God of the universe really loves you? Even when you don’t feel it? Join me for this episode with good friend and health coach, Melanie Castaneda, as she shares important spiritual health lessons she’s learned during the past ten years.

How do you have joy when life deals you a hand that doesn't make sense and causes pain? How do you keep believing you have a purpose when life doesn't seem fair? Have you ever felt angry or disappointed at circumstances God has allowed in your life? In this episode, I talk with my radiant friend, Crystal, as she shares her story, encouragement and reminders of how God is good, even in the things t...

Do you have a hard time believing who God says you are? Maybe you went through a traumatic childhood or believe negative lies that you know are tearing you down. Join me for this episode with my close friend, Kim Juarez, as she shares things she’s learned along the way and gets vulnerable about how far God has brought her from the young woman who was trying to be her own savior. This is an encoura...

Episode 08: I share thoughts about identity and… confess to my own ridiculous ish. What do you allow to define you? For me, it’s a daily struggle.

Episode 07: The One Where We Wrap Up Ish with Hillary Morgan Ferrer is an honest conversation about real questions people are asking about the Christian faith and how the people of faith who love them can respond. This is an extra long episode and you’ll want to listen to the end as Hillary shares her own story.

Episode 06: The One Where We Talk About Ish with Bree Jeffries is encouragement for someone who’s experienced rejection, disappointment and heartbreak. Bree talks about how she kept trusting Jesus even when she felt tremendous hurt.

Episode 05: The One Where We Talk About Ish with Megan Kelsey Glasbrenner is a discussion about doubt and finding deeper faith. Megan talks about her personal struggle to believe the faith she grew up with, and how pursuing truth led her back to Jesus Christ. She offers Biblical truth and practical advice for those who might be struggling in this area.

Episode 04: The One Where We Talk About Ish with Alyssa is a discussion with college student Alyssa as she shares about how a deep hurt impacted her Christian faith. She talks about betrayal, grace, and forgiveness. She also offers solid encouragement for those who have felt like walking away from a relationship with Christ.

Episode 03” The One Where We Talk About Ish with Nicole is a discussion with Nicole Barnett, a young woman who is passionate about the difference Jesus has made in her life. She shares her faith journey and how God destroyed obstacles in His perfect timing. In this episode we also discuss how God orchestrates our steps.

Episode 02: The One Where We Talk About Ish with Thomas is a discussion with Thomas from China as he shares about the worldview that created a barrier to him coming to Christ. He shares his story of finding an authentic relationship and hope as a Christian. He also offers encouragement to those who come from secular world views.