A Woman’s Heart with Lisa Granger

What happens when God's plan looks different from the one you carefully mapped out? On this episode of A Woman's Heart, Lisa Granger welcomes bestselling author Tracie Peterson, often called the Queen of Historical Christian Fiction. With more than 150 books to her name, Tracie shares her journey of discovering God's calling, navigating unexpected detours, and using storytelling as a ministry to e...

What stories have shaped your life—and which ones have yet to be told? In this episode of A Woman's Heart, Lisa welcomes Christy Award-winning author Sara Brunsvold to discuss her novel, Atlas of Untold Stories. Sara shares the inspiration behind a story that follows a mother and her two grown daughters on a literary road trip through the Midwest, exploring themes of family legacy, healing, identi...

On this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa sits down with award-winning children’s author Liz A. Pitman to talk about identity in Christ, purpose, and helping children understand their God-given worth from an early age. Liz shares the powerful story behind her beloved “Pete the Puzzle Piece” series and how a simple puzzle piece moment became the inspiration for a ministry focused on reminding childr...

In this captivating Summer Reading Series episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa sits down with bestselling Christian Gothic novelist Jaime Jo Wright to explore the deeper themes behind her haunting and hope-filled stories. Jaime shares why she’s drawn to the Christian Gothic genre, how suspense and mystery can point readers toward faith, and the inspiration behind her newest novel, The Bookshop of 99 D...

Summer Reading Series! In this episode, Lisa sits down with author Callie Murray to discuss her historical fiction novel, The Brunswick. Set in 1939 Norcross, Georgia, the story follows Cora Kane, a woman who opens her family’s hotel to Jewish refugee children fleeing Austria as World War II looms overseas. Callie shares the powerful inspiration behind the book—and how she wrote it before knowing...

What happens when life takes a turn you never expected? In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa sits down with Mandy Horne for an honest and hope-filled conversation about trusting God through life’s transitions. Mandy shares her journey through major health challenges, including open heart surgery at just 19 years old, and how those experiences reshaped her dreams, strengthened her faith, and ul...

On this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa sits down with speaker, author, and podcaster Sue Donaldson to talk about her latest book, Never Alone, and the life-changing power of hospitality. From casual “wine nights” to mentoring young adults and creating spaces where both Christians and non-Christians feel seen and loved, Sue explains how hospitality is far more than entertaining—it’s a reflection...

What does it take to break free from narcissistic abuse—and rebuild your life with faith and purpose? Melissa Rymer shares her powerful journey of escaping an abusive marriage and turning her pain into purpose—now helping others recognize the signs of narcissistic abuse and begin their own healing process. They unpack key red flags, including the critical warning sign of when words and actions don...

In this powerful episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa sits down with Lady Jen Du Plessis—speaker, author, and business leader—to talk about transformation, identity, and living a life led by inspiration rather than pressure. Lady Jen shares the story behind her childhood nickname, “Jenny Who Ain’t Got a Penny,” and how that early identity shaped her drive and work ethic. Lady Jen opens up about her st...

Have you ever experienced church hurt or struggled to share your story? In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa Granger talks with Mischelle Saunders-Gottsch—Founder and CEO of Altered Stories Ministry, host of the Altered Stories Show podcast, and author of The Story Within You: The Healing Power of Your Story. Mischelle shares her personal journey of healing from church hurt, abuse, and the pai...

What does it look like when God rewrites your story? In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa sits down with Carol McCracken—speaker, author, Bible teacher, and podcaster—to talk about redemption, second chances, and the faithfulness of God through life’s hardest seasons. Carol shares her deeply personal journey from what she once considered a “boring” life to navigating overwhelming challenges, i...

What if your story—no matter how ordinary it seems—holds the power to impact someone’s eternity? In this inspiring episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa sits down with Christian comedian and storyteller Cherie Nettles to talk about faith, healing, and the life-changing power of sharing your story. Cherie opens up about her incredible journey, including a 24-year battle with rheumatoid arthritis and a s...

In this heartfelt episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa sits down with author Deena Adams to talk about her powerful debut novel, Stronger Than the Storm—a story rooted in real-life experiences and deep faith. The book explores themes of family, forgiveness, identity, and redemption. Deena opens up about the personal journeys that inspired the story, including her daughter’s prodigal path and her own e...

What if your “word of the year” became more than just inspiration…what if it became a process for transformation? In this solo episode of A Woman’s Heart, I’m sharing the story behind my 2026 word: SOAR. What started as a simple, inspiring word turned into something much deeper—an acronym that reflects a daily, intentional walk with God: Surrender. Obedience. Action. Results. This wasn’t a flashy,...

What does it really mean to live a life that matters? In this episode of A Woman’s Heart I sit down with Bible teacher and author Crickett Keeth to talk about her latest Bible study, Living Out a Life That Matters: A Study of 2 Timothy. Together, we explore how the apostle Paul’s final words challenge us to live with purpose, faithfulness, and eternal perspective. Crickett shares her heart for wri...

It’s March Madness season, and we’re revisiting a powerful conversation with Jerry Howard that connects the excitement of basketball and sports with the deeper meaning of faith and community. In this replay, Jerry shares how the principles we see on the court—teamwork, discipline, perseverance, and unity—mirror what it means to live as part of the Body of Christ. Just like a winning team relies on...

Life can feel like a constant rush—work, family, ministry, responsibilities, and endless to-do lists. But what happens when our schedules become so full that our time with God gets pushed aside? In this episode we talk with Karynthia Phillips about her book Press Pause: Making Time for God in an Overscheduled Life. Together they explore the power of intentional pauses and how stepping away from th...

What if the key to spiritual growth isn’t striving harder—but walking alongside someone who has already walked faithfully with Jesus? On this episode we welcome author, spiritual director, and retreat leader Lori G. Melton to talk about her book Journey with a Giant. Lori introduces a powerful spiritual practice: learning from faithful Christian men and women throughout history in order to deepen...

What happens when the house grows quiet and the children are gone? For many parents, the empty nest years can feel uncertain—but they can also become one of the most meaningful and purpose-filled seasons of life. On this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Charlotte Guest shares her heart for encouraging others to embrace their encore years with faith, courage,  and expectation. Charlotte opens up about h...

Change is one of the few guarantees in life—and yet it’s something we often resist, fear, or fight. In this encouraging episode of A Woman’s Heart, host Lisa Granger welcomes pastor, author, and podcaster Courtney Ellis to talk about her book Weathering Change and how we can learn to move through life’s transitions with greater peace and purpose. Together, Lisa and Courtney explore how to “weather...

Most people don’t like the word surrender. It feels like losing. Giving up. But what if surrender isn’t about loss at all? In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, I’m joined by author, speaker, and podcaster Mary DeMuth to talk about her newest book, The Freedom of Surrender, and the way letting go can actually lead to deeper freedom, healing, and peace. Mary shares why surrender feels so threatening,...

In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, we welcome author, speaker, and certified teacher Joy Scott, whose passion is helping women break free from the places that keep them stuck. Drawing from her book Flow, Joy shares how painful circumstances don’t have to define us—instead, they can become part of God’s greater purpose for our lives. Together, we explore what it means to live in spiritual “flow” a...

In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, we sit down with Heather O’Brien for a powerful conversation about spiritual growth, healing, repentance, and staying moldable in God’s hands. Heather shares how our hearts can either stay soft and teachable—or become hardened over time—and why daily habits rooted in faith matter more than we realize. Together, we talk about what it truly means to put God first,...

In this encouraging episode of A Woman’s Heart, we welcome author, speaker, and storyteller Joni Topper, also known as the GloryTeller. Joni joins us to share insights from her book, The Power of a Well-Placed Yes: God’s Abundant Faithfulness in a Small Church, and reminds us that every yes matters in the Kingdom of God. Through heartfelt stories and lived wisdom, she shows how God honors faithful...

What if the very thing weighing down your heart is something you were never meant to carry? In this powerful episode of A Woman’s Heart, we’re joined by author and speaker Alexandra Hoover to talk about her book, You Can Let Go, and the freedom that comes when we release offense instead of holding onto it. Together, we explore how easily offense can take root and how carrying it impacts our relati...