Grace Swofford

Broken but Called

Religion EN ↓ 22 episodes

Welcome to Broken but Called- a faith-based podcast where we get real, raw, and rooted in the Word. I’m Grace Swofford, and I believe that even in our brokenness, God calls us to purpose, healing and deeper relationship with Him. Each episode is an honest conversation about navigating life through a Biblical lens. This isn’t just talk- it’s truth, healing and wisdom meant to pull you closer to Jesus. Whether you’re in a spiritual drought or on fire for God, this space is for you. Subscribe now and join a community of believers who know we’re all a little broken- but still called.

Author

Grace Swofford

Category

Religion

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

From Gossip to Gospel: Rock Bottom to Restoration | Stacey's Story 09.07.2026

What happens when addiction steals everything—but Jesus steps in and begins restoring it all? In this From Gossip to Gospel episode of Broken But Called , I sit down with Stacey to hear the story behind the headlines people often assume they know. After walking through an abusive relationship, divorce, grief, addiction, the heartbreaking loss of guardianship of her two children, and fractured rela...

From Hiding to Healing | Coleman's Story 03.07.2026

For a while, Coleman lived a double-life. What began as casual drinking slowly became something he couldn't control. Hidden behind excuses and normal appearances, alcoholism eventually led to severe pancreatitis, major abdominal surgery, five weeks in the hospital, and a fight for his life. In this episode of Broken but Called , Coleman openly shares the story he once tried so hard to hide. We...

When God Calls You Back: Confession Time 25.06.2026

After months away from the microphone, I'm finally back and this isn't the episode I originally planned to record. Since our last episode, life has changed in more ways than I can count. We've welcomed our baby girl, walked through the joys and challenges of postpartum, and experienced a frightening incident with my son that shook me to my core. Through it all, I've felt the Holy S...

A Love Letter from Heaven + One from My Heart 13.02.2026

Valentine’s Day can stir up a lot — joy, gratitude, longing, or even quiet ache. But what if the truest love story isn’t the one written in cards and roses… but the one written in red? In this special Valentine’s episode of Broken but Called, we’re talking about the greatest love letter ever written — the Word of God. Do we read it like a love letter? Do we live like the gospel is truly good news?...

The Group Chat: Community, Christ and Comparison 14.01.2026

In today’s Girl Talk episode, Grace sits down with her friends Kristen, Presley, Madison, and Mackenzi for an honest, grace-filled conversation about what it really looks like to live out a Christian lifestyle in today’s world. Together, they talk about building a godly community, navigating comparison and social media, and letting go of the pressure to be a “perfect” Christian. This conversation...

New Beginnings: Life Lately 29.12.2025

“See, I am doing a new thing…” (Isaiah 43:19) In this episode, we're unpacking what biblical new beginnings look like—through surrender, obedience, and trust in God’s plan and timing. Whether you’re entering a new season, rebuilding after loss, or simply longing for renewal, this episode points you back to the God who restores, redeems, and makes all things new and the God you can trust. Somet...

Grace for the Pause: Closing Season One 24.09.2025

Season One has officially come to a close, and what a joy this first chapter has been! This little episode is simply a moment to say thank you—for showing up, listening in, and being part of this journey. Before stepping into Season Two, there’s a short pause to rest and pour deeply into something special happening soon: the Abide Conference on October 11th. This women’s night will be filled with...

From My Heart to Yours 11.09.2025

This episode is simply me sharing what God placed on my heart. As I spent time in His Word, He revealed something I couldn’t keep to myself—and I pray it encourages you too.

God’s Will for My Life: How to Stop Overthinking and Start Walking in Faith 02.09.2025

Have you ever asked, “Am I missing God’s will for my life?” You’re not alone. Big decisions can feel paralyzing — we wonder if we’re making the “right” choice, if we’re about to ruin our future, or if we’ll somehow step outside of God’s plan. In this episode, Grace unpacks what Scripture says about God’s will, how He guides us, and how to silence the enemy’s anxiety that keeps us frozen in fear. Y...

From Gossip to Gospel: Dancing in the Puddles 26.08.2025

In this From Gossip to Gospel episode, Grace sits down with her mother-in-law, Kayren, to share one of the most vulnerable and powerful testimonies yet. While in the hospital delivering her first daughter, Kayren’s world was shaken by the pain of betrayal. Later, she would walk through the heartbreaking loss of a stillborn baby and endure complicated pregnancies that tested her body, her heart, an...

Coffee with Jesus: An Honest Q&A for Everyday Faith 19.08.2025

In this episode of Broken but Called , I’m answering YOUR questions—real, honest, everyday faith questions that we all wrestle with as Christians, husbands/ wives, and parents. We’ll talk about toddler tantrums, morning routines, hearing the Holy Spirit, helping kids know God, and keeping faith alive through struggles and unanswered prayers. This is a heart-to-heart conversation, like sitting down...

Back to School, but Rooted in Christ: Preparing Hearts, Homes & Kids for a New School Year 05.08.2025

As summer winds down and school begins, our mama and daddy hearts can feel overwhelmed with schedules, routines, fears, and big emotions. In this episode of Broken but Called , Grace shares how to spiritually, emotionally, and practically prepare our kids (and ourselves) for a new school year. From powerful prayers and Christian affirmations to speak over your children, to simple home organization...

Held Through the Heartbreak: Lauren’s Story of Infertility, Grief, and Joy 29.07.2025

Today’s episode is for every woman who has walked through the valley of infertility, miscarriage, or waiting. Grace sits down with her friend Lauren to share a story that is both heart-wrenching and full of beauty. Lauren and her husband, Travis, experienced the heartache of infertility, the miracle of their daughter Adley, and the devastating loss of their second daughter, Honey, in late 2024. No...

From Gossip to Gospel: A Story of Betrayal, Healing, and Hope 22.07.2025

In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with someone who is well acquainted with brokenness and healing—my preacher’s wife, Amanda. Her life is a living testimony of God’s redeeming love. Once married to a preacher and raising a family in the church, her world was shattered by betrayal and divorce. But that wasn’t the end of her story. In this episode, she shares how Jesus met her in the heartb...

Toddlers, Time-Outs, and Telling It Like It Is 15.07.2025

Motherhood is a gift and it’s even more beautiful when you don’t walk through it alone. In this episode, you get to hear a little bit from our personal babies. This episode will always be a special one for us. I’m joined by my sister-in-law and built-in bestie to talk about raising children, handling time-outs (for them and for us), and telling the truth about what mom life is really like. We open...

Let's Go There: My Story 08.07.2025

In this fun and heartfelt episode of Broken but Called, Grace flips the script and takes a turn in the guest seat! Her best friend Madison joins the show to ask all the questions you didn’t know you wanted answered—giving you a closer look at Grace’s story, her heart, and how this whole thing got started. From childhood memories and early faith moments to hard seasons, healing, and learning to fol...

Alive Again: Reclaiming Wonder, Rest & Real Intimacy with God 01.07.2025

In this soul-stirring episode, Grace opens up about her current 30-day social media fast and the spiritual awakening it's led her into. From an honest encounter with God to reclaiming childlike wonder and trust, she invites listeners to reflect on what’s keeping them from living spiritually alive. With raw stories, biblical truth, and a bold challenge to stop and delight in God again, this epi...

From Gossip to Gospel: Addiction to Abundant Life 24.06.2025

In this powerful From Gossip to Gospel segment, Grace sits down with her father-in-law, Matt, to unpack a testimony over seven years in the making. Once trapped by alcoholism, Matt’s story is one of struggle, honesty, and complete transformation. With tenderness and truth, he shares how Jesus met him in his lowest moments, what recovery really looked like, and the redemption he now walks in daily....

Rooted: Building a Balanced Life with Jesus 17.06.2025

Rooted: Building a Balanced Life with Jesus Feeling stuck in a funk? Emotionally drained? Spiritually numb? Mentally tired? Physically off? You’re not alone. You might just be out of rhythm. In this solo episode, we’ll unpack what it looks like to build a rooted , balanced life by following the lifestyle of Jesus. From spiritual disciplines to sleep schedules, from mindset resets to media boundari...

From Gossip to Gospel: God Redeemed What Shame Tried to Ruin 09.06.2025

In this raw and redemptive episode of our new segment From Gossip to Gospel , I sit down with my best friend to talk about the real stuff — getting pregnant at 17, navigating motherhood at a young age, the weight of premarital sex and what God says about it, parenting, sin, grace, and everything in between. This isn’t a highlight reel — it’s an honest conversation about the mess, the mercy, and th...

Speak Life: The Legacy of Your Language 03.06.2025

Words build worlds- whether you’re raising a child, loving a spouse, or showing up in friendships. In this episode, we explore what Scripture says about the power of the tongue and how our words have either the ability to build up or break down the people closest to us. From the way we speak to our kids to how we communicate in marriage and everyday relationships, we’re unpacking how language beco...

The Story Behind the Mic 27.05.2025

In this very first episode of Broken but Called, I’m pulling back to curtain and sharing some of my own story and the why behind this podcast. From wrestling with doubt, to surrendering to the call, this episode is the messy-beautiful beginning of a podcast born from brokenness but rooted in purpose. You’ll hear how God whispered (and sometimes shouted, ha!) for over a year that it was time to spe...

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