Anchored by the Sword

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of the Anchored by the Sword Podcast , I sit down with Janelle Martin, author of Losing Her, Finding Us: A Mother’s Fight, a Daughter’s Journey, and the Road to Recovery . Janelle shares her journey through heartbreak, parental alienation, addiction, and ultimately redemption—both her daughter’s recovery and her own. What began as unimaginable pain became...

Hey friends! Welcome back to another episode of the Anchored by the Sword Podcast . Today’s conversation… whew. Get ready. God’s presence is all over this one. I’m honored to introduce you to Juliet Dawn, a UK-based singer, worshipper, storyteller, and a woman with a testimony so powerful it honestly feels like it should be a movie. Her newest album, Born to Be , released in September, and the sto...

I am beyond excited to welcome back my amazing repeat guest, Becky! She first joined me for the kickoff of Season Two back in September 2021, and today we’re catching up to hear about her newest project and book. Becky’s latest release, A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul: 100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave , is perfectly timed for the holiday season, when life feels extra full and our hearts...

Y’all… this episode is one of those full-circle, only-God-could-write-this moments. I am beyond excited to introduce you to Howard Chang, also known as Quiqqly—the man who helped design the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle toys that so many of us (and now our kids and nephews) grew up playing with. And now? God has brought his creativity full circle—right into the pages of Scripture. Howard sh...

I am so excited to welcome back my dear friend Jennifer Watson, who originally joined us back on episode 42 with her book Freedom . Today, she’s back to talk about her brand-new book, What If You’re Doing Better Than You Think? Finding Courage and Confidence When Life Gets Messy —and wow, is this message timely as we head into the fast, chaotic holiday season. Jennifer is a writer, podcaster, mama...

This week on the Anchored by the Sword Podcast , I’m joined by Maddie Joy Fischer, whose brand new devotional Rest & Rely: A 60-Day Devotional to Replace Fear, Anxiety, and Worry with God’s Truth releases this Tuesday—and truly, the timing could not be more perfect. As the holiday season approaches, fear, anxiety, grief, and pressure have a way of rising to the surface. Maddie courageously sha...

Hey guys, welcome to this episode of the Anchored by the Sword Podcast! I am SO excited for you to hear this conversation because today I’m joined by the amazing Amanda Hope Haley — author of Stones Still Speak and a brilliant biblical archaeologist who is passionate about helping believers truly understand Scripture. Amanda and I had already been talking for so long offline that we finally said,...

Hey friends, welcome back to another episode of Anchored by the Sword Podcast! Today’s conversation is extra special because I’m recording in person with my friend, Destiny Tackett. Funny enough, Destiny and I met the way all great friendships begin… through a coffee shop that I’m basically a permanent resident of. They know my order so well that if I dare switch it up, the whole place goes into s...

Hey friends, welcome back to this episode of Anchored by the Sword Podcast . Today I’m sitting down with the incredible Rev. Beth Caulfield — pastor, filmmaker, screenwriter, and woman of God whose testimony is straight-up wild in the best way. Beth has a beautiful new project coming out called “Conceivable,” a faith-based film that tells the real and raw story of her late-in-life pregnancy, her w...

This week on the Anchored by the Sword Podcast , I’m thrilled to welcome my friend Alexandra Hoover, author of the brand-new book You Can Let Go: Make Peace with Your Past, Break Free from Offense, and Move Forward with God , released in October. Alex and I dive deep into her powerful story — from a childhood marked by trauma and instability to an encounter with Jesus at age 18 that completely cha...

This week on the Anchored by the Sword Podcast , I’m joined by Pamela Good, author of He Never Let Go . Pamela’s story is one of deep brokenness, redemption, and hope — a powerful reminder that even in our darkest moments, God never lets go of our hand. Once a fitness instructor and small business owner, Pamela’s life took many unexpected turns — from working in a maximum-security prison to return...

This week on the Anchored by the Sword Podcast, I’m joined by Brittany Tinsley, author of Stories Our Scars Tell: Hope, Healing, and Honesty About the Wounds We Carry . Brittany opens up about her journey through pain, faith, and healing — and how God transformed her deepest wounds into a message of redemption. From navigating mental health challenges to finding her identity in Christ, this conver...

This week on the Anchored by the Sword Podcast , I sit down with Heather O’Brien — prophetic healing coach, minister, author, and speaker — to talk about her powerful journey of healing and freedom. Heather is the author of No Fear Allowed , a book that helps readers get free and stay free by identifying fear at its roots and learning how to walk in lasting wholeness with God. Heather shares her s...

This week on the Anchored by the Sword Podcast, I’m joined by Oghosa Iyamu, author of Forever Welcomed: A Study of God’s Impartial Love for All . Oghosa’s story is such a beautiful reminder that God sees us, knows us, and welcomes us — no matter where we come from. She shares about growing up in low-income housing, living through seasons of hardship, and how she encountered God’s miraculous and im...

This week on Anchored by the Sword , I sit down with Dawn Cazedessus, the inspiring author of Trailer Park CEO . From growing up in poverty and pain to leading in corporate America, Dawn’s story is a powerful reminder that where you start doesn’t determine where God will take you. Dawn shares how she went from her humble beginnings in a Louisiana trailer park to becoming a CEO, regional director,...

Three hundred episodes. Wow. When Anchored by the Sword first began, I never imagined we’d reach this milestone — yet here we are! In today’s special episode, I’m taking a moment to reflect on all God has done through this ministry and this podcast. From the early days of recording to seeing it now reach listeners across the world (with one of the top countries being at the very top of my bucket l...

This is the final episode for season 17 and for the 200s! Today, I’m honored to welcome Jon Seidl, author of the brand-new book Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic: A Candid Conversation on Drinking, Addiction, and How to Break Free — that released today! Jon is no stranger to hard stories. You may know him from his first book, Finding Rest: Navigating the Valleys of Anxiety, Faith, and Life , wh...

Friends, I’m so excited to welcome back a repeat guest to the podcast—Scarlet Hiltibidal! Scarlet first joined me back in 2022 (Episode 43), and today she’s here again to talk about her brand-new book releasing this week: Hopeful-ish: Sadness, Weariness, Donkey Attacks, More Sadness, and Other Stuff You Need the Gospel For. So much has happened in Scarlet’s life since the last time we talked—moves...

I am so excited to welcome Dr. Zoe Shaw to the podcast today! Back when I first started listening to podcasts, hers was one of the first I found, and I loved the wisdom and encouragement she shared. So, to have her here now, sharing her story and her brand-new book Stronger in the Difficult Places: Heal Your Relationship with Yourself by Untangling Complex Shame (releasing next week!) feels like a...

This week on the  Anchored by the Sword Podcast , I’m joined by Tricia Thornton, author of the brand-new book  Beyond Blessed Parenting: Embrace These Seven Principles and Experience Authentic Connection . Tricia brings both professional and personal wisdom into this conversation. She’s a licensed therapist, wife, and mom of two, and she knows firsthand the weight that parents are carrying in toda...

Rachael Groll is back on the Anchored by the Sword Podcast ! The last time she joined us was September 7, 2021, and today she returns with a brand-new book: Knowing God’s Voice: What Female Prophets of the Bible Teach Us About Recognizing, Trusting and Obeying God (releasing today!). In this conversation, Rachael shares how God has been moving in her life since her last visit, including her daught...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Elena Huggins, author of Untwist Me: Uncomplicated Life-Hacks for Mental & Emotional Liberation , to explore her incredible journey of healing, freedom, and finding God in the midst of trauma. Elena, originally from Ukraine, experienced a life of emotional and mental struggles that ultimately led her to rediscover God in a radical way. From living a wi...

I’m so excited for today’s conversation with Sophia Ruffin-Wilson ! Her brand-new book, It Will Be God: Live in the Jaw-Dropping Realities of God’s Goodness , just released today, and she came by the podcast to share her powerful story and the heart behind this message. Sophia knows what it means to be radically transformed by Jesus. From a past marked by brokenness to a life filled with purpose a...

This week on Anchored by the Sword , I’m joined by Jody Allen , author of the  book, Hidden Heartache . Jody bravely shares her story of walking through her husband’s pornography addiction, a painful separation, and ultimately divorce — and how God met her in the middle of her deepest heartbreak. We talk about: Growing up in the church but having to discover real freedom for herself How she faced...

In this special episode of the Anchored by the Sword podcast, Christa Crookston returns to share an update on her powerful story. Since her last visit, Christa has walked through the unimaginable—becoming a widow and facing her fourth cancer diagnosis. Yet, in the middle of grief, physical battles, and uncertainty, Christa continues to hold onto her faith in a God who never lets go. You’ll hear: •...