Confidence in God with Julie McGhghy

Send us Fan Mail Do you sometimes feel like your walk with God is a spiritual roller coaster — full of highs and lows, with the downs coming a whole lot faster than the ups? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy uncovers a powerful gold nugget hidden in Psalm 81:8-9 that holds the key to getting off that ride for good. Julie dives deep into the difference between hea...

Send us Fan Mail Are you overwhelmed by the choices life puts in front of you? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy simplifies the path forward by exploring Jesus' teaching in Matthew 7:13-14 — the narrow road that leads to life versus the broad road that leads to destruction. Julie unpacks the beautiful promises of God found throughout the Psalms, showing how...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what truly unlocks the power of Jesus' name? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy takes you on a journey through scripture to explore the extraordinary power found in the name of Jesus — and reveals a surprising golden nugget hidden in a single verse in the Psalms that changes everything. We know the name of Jesus is exal...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever found yourself running on empty — overwhelmed by deadlines, endless to-do lists, and the pressure to do it all? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy shares a candid and relatable look at burnout — what it is, why it happens, and most importantly, how to avoid it. Drawing from Matthew 11:28-30, Philippians 2:13, and other scriptures, Ju...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what possessed the apostle Peter to think he could walk on water? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the deep roots of Peter's bold faith — and what it means for us when we're caught between a rock and a hard place. Peter's faith didn't come out of nowhere. It was built on a rich heritage of God&...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like your praise just doesn't measure up to the greatness God deserves? In this episode, Julie shares a perspective God dropped into her heart that reframes what it truly means to praise Him — and it goes far beyond what we do in church or during personal devotion.  Key Scriptures Referenced: ·       Psalm 145:3 | Psalm 48:1 | Psalm 96:4 ·       Psalm 134:2...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever cried out to God, "Lord, give me more faith"? You're not alone — even the apostles made the same request. In this episode of the Confidence in God Podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores what the Bible tells us about how faith actually grows. Drawing from Romans 10:17, Luke 17, James 1:22, and 2 Thessalonians 1:3, Julie shares two simple yet powerful ways...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever had a day when you were so aware of God's presence that you couldn't stop praising Him? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy shares a personal experience of walking through an ordinary day with an extraordinary sense of God's companionship — and the lesson it brought back to mind.  Drawing from Isaiah 66:1 and Acts 7:49...

Send us Fan Mail In times of extreme conflict and uncertainty, God calls us to be still and trust His sovereignty. In this episode, we explore what it means to obey God's command to "be still" and how His faithfulness fights our battles when we choose trust over fear. God is sovereign over all His creation, including humanity. He wants us to be still and know He is God—and when we d...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever prayed persistently for years, only to miss God's answer when it finally comes? In this episode, Julie shares a powerful revelation God gave her after her mother's passing—that He had faithfully answered prayers she'd been praying for years, but she hadn't recognized it. Drawing from the story of Peter's miraculous prison escape in Acts 12, J...

Send us Fan Mail In this deeply personal testimony, host Julie McGhghy shares how God transformed what seemed like the worst diagnosis into an unexpected blessing. When her mother was diagnosed with dementia just over a year ago, it appeared to be a devastating end to an already difficult relationship marked by mental illness and estrangement. But God had other plans. Julie opens up about her moth...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever skipped over a Bible verse because it seemed too obvious? Julie shares how God surprised her with unexpected depth in the Parable of the Strong Man's House — a "flyover verse" she'd always dismissed. Discover why Jesus is stronger than your enemy, the danger of a swept-clean but empty heart, and how to guard against renewed spiritual attack. This...

Send us Fan Mail Do you sometimes feel inadequate to do the things you feel God calling you to do? This episode is a celebration of gratitude and an encouragement for anyone who feels inadequate to do what God is calling them to do. Host Julie McGhghy shares the amazing results from the podcast's first seven months, expresses heartfelt thanks to God and listeners, and reveals the behind-the-s...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Confidence in God podcast with your host, Julie McGhghy! In this episode, we explore what it truly means for Jesus to be our Prince of Peace—not just during the Christmas season, but every day of our lives. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why “peace” is more than a cliché answer and how it’s available to us in every circumstance The difference between worldly peac...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Confidence in God podcast with your host, Julie McGhghy! In this episode, we explore the powerful biblical theme of what happens when God remembers. Far from simply recalling information, God’s remembrance is an act of faithfulness, intervention, and the fulfillment of His promises. In this episode, you’ll discover: The true meaning behind the phrase “then God remem...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling with the idea of “forgive and forget”? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy dives deep into what the Bible really says about forgiveness. Discover why God’s standard isn’t about erasing memories, but about choosing not to hold past wrongs against others. Julie shares personal insights, scriptural wisdom, and practical encouragement to hel...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the Confidence in God podcast with your host, Julie McGhghy! In this episode, Julie explores how God stirs up our spirits to proclaim His will and act on His purposes, drawing inspiration from the minor prophets and her own experiences. Key Topics Covered: The meaning and significance of the phrase “the Lord stirred up the spirit” found in Ezra 1:1 and Haggai 1:14 How G...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the powerful connection between the natural seasons and our spiritual journey. Drawing inspiration from the changing trees of the Midwest, Julie unpacks how Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter mirror the cycles of growth, nourishment, and rest in our walk with God. Discover how to prepare for spiritual “w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the profound message behind the Apostle Paul’s words in Philippians 3:12—what it means to be “apprehended by Christ” and how we can pursue God’s unique purpose for our lives. Julie unpacks Paul’s journey from being apprehended by God to actively seeking and fulfilling his divine calling, and she encourag...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the profound topic of free will and the power of choice in God’s plan. Drawing from biblical examples like Moses, Pharaoh, Nabal, and Abigail, Julie discusses what it means to be a “vessel of honor” and how our decisions and behaviors shape our spiritual journey. Listeners will learn the difference betwe...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores how people react after receiving salvation. Through the stories of the man delivered from demons in Mark 5 and the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4, Julie highlights two common responses: clinging to Jesus or going out to share the good news. She also discusses the importance of both personal devoti...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the important distinction between religion and Christianity. Drawing from personal experiences, biblical examples, and cultural observations, Julie discusses how religion often emphasizes rule-following and earning salvation through human effort, while Christianity centers on a loving, grace-filled relat...

Send us Fan Mail This episode of the Confidence in God podcast, hosted by Julie McGhghy, explores how to walk with confidence in God by sometimes going beyond the literal requirements of scripture. Julie discusses her favorite groups from the Bible—the Rechabites and the Bereans—and the practical lessons they offer about obedience, spiritual authority, and personal conviction. Through personal sto...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy shares personal experiences and biblical insights on how to build confidence in hearing God's voice. She recounts a recent conversation with friends about the common struggle of discerning whether God is truly speaking to us. Julie emphasizes the importance of turning to scripture for assurance, citing passa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Julie explores the promise of Romans 8:28 and how it applies to our lives, even in the midst of hardship. Through the stories of Joseph and David, we see how God works all things together for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. Julie offers encouragement, practical application, and a reminder to remain humble, faithful, and repenta...