God's Diamonds In The Ruff Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how faith can transform the deepest wounds into a source of strength? In this inspiring episode of God's Diamonds in the Ruff, we have the privilege of hearing Lindsey Smith's incredible journey from trauma to healing. Growing up with an absent, abusive father, Lindsey faced a challenging path that shaped her adult relationships and self-worth. Yet...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how faith and prayer can be powerful tools in healing from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)? Join us as we unveil the remarkable journey of Jeffrey Wilson, a Navy veteran and former combat surgeon, who shares his personal experiences with trauma and loss. Wilson's story is a poignant reminder of the silent battles many face and the role that faith plays in...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine finding yourself in the darkest moments of your life and realizing that these are the very places where the greatest impacts are made. In today's episode of God's Diamonds and the Ruff, we embark on a heartfelt journey, beginning with a warm welcome and a prayer, setting a reflective and thankful tone. We're diving into the profound concept of divine impact—...

Send us Fan Mail What if your past trauma didn't define you? Join us for a powerful conversation with Sharon Hughes, an author, speaker, and confidence coach, who shares her inspiring journey of overcoming a tumultuous childhood marked by abuse and an alcoholic father. Sharon opens up about the deep confusion this caused in her spiritual life and how it impacted her self-worth and personal gr...

Send us Fan Mail Ever felt like your emotions are at odds with the truth? We have a heartfelt episode for you featuring the inspiring Katrina Robertson. As a woman, mother, and wife, Katrina shares her deeply personal narrative about adopting three children from foster care and the emotional turbulence that came with it. Her story is a testament to maintaining faith amidst uncertainties, and her t...

Send us Fan Mail As I sat across from Reino, his eyes lit with the fire of a man who's seen history's tide turn, I knew this was a story that needed to be shared. He takes us from the clutches of apartheid in South Africa to the hallowed grounds of the Camino in Spain, revealing how his quest for a higher purpose transformed his life's journey. Reno's tale is one of a young hea...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt adrift in your faith, searching for a beacon to guide you back to shore? Dallin Candland, a poet with a profound spiritual connection, joins us to share how he navigates the waters of divine communication and the pursuit of one's calling. We start with a moment of grounding gratitude and explore the interplay of faith and obedience in shaping a life that ec...

Send us Fan Mail When the weight of trauma and the shackles of shame feel insurmountable, where do we find the strength to break free? This episode is a sanctuary for healing, as Catherine Cooper, a beacon of hope and a survivor of childhood molestation, graces us with her courage. As a seasoned voice in women's ministries, author, and pastor's wife, she unravels her journey to overcomin...

Send us Fan Mail Amy Foster joins us today, filling the space with her wisdom on the Care Portal initiative, a compassionate endeavor that's reshaping how we answer God's call to serve. Our conversation is a luminous journey through the heart of service, where Amy's insights become a beacon, guiding us towards a profound understanding of reliance on the church over government progra...

Send us Fan Mail Ever found yourself at a crossroads, where the world's chaos thrusts upon you a chance for profound transformation? Best-selling author and success coach Rick joins us to recount his spiritual odyssey during the harrowing year of 2020, a period where fear and uncertainty became the fertile ground for a life-altering re-evaluation. With faith and family as his anchors, Rick tu...

Send us Fan Mail As fathers, husbands, and businessmen, we constantly search for the elusive equilibrium in our hectic lives. Today, RJ and Dustin, founders of the Balanced Business Dad movement, extend an open invitation to a conversation that might just hold the key to nurturing that sought-after balance. By intertwining the wisdom of scripture with the realities of modern manhood, they offer a...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the secret language of love with our special guest, Paul Zolman, who brings a powerful personal narrative to our heartwarming conversation on love languages. Through his family's compelling history and his parents' unwavering commitment to love against all odds, Paul provides a profound context for how we express and connect through different forms of affection. O...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever sensed a disconnect in your relationships, despite your efforts? Catherine and I, along with our insightful guests, peel back the layers of love languages, revealing how these vital forms of expression forge deep bonds in our personal and spiritual lives. We delve into the subtleties of verbal and non-verbal communication, discussing Gary Chapman's five love lan...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever stood at the crossroads of disbelief and faith, wondering if there's more to this existence than meets the eye? Joshua Macengill, once a staunch atheist, shares his incredible odyssey into the heart of spiritual warfare and the transformative power of encountering the divine after a brush with death. His story, rife with personal tragedy and a transformative vis...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt the undercurrents of spiritual warfare tugging at the corners of your life? This is the profound journey that Kimberly Boggio, an inspiring mother and grandmother, leads us through as she shares her experiences and the steadfast importance of anchoring in God's word. Her testimony, imbued with the trials of marriage and personal challenges, is a beacon for...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on an intimate exploration of faith's power and protection, as Catherine and Michael share their own spiritual triumphs and challenges. Discover how the Armor of God can be a pivotal force in your life, offering not just defense against the enemy's attacks, but also a way to harness your inherent truth and righteousness. Whether you're a believer or still see...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on an enlightening journey with us as we revisit the realm of spiritual warfare, a topic that, while familiar, is laden with fresh insights in every discussion. Together, we delve into the unseen battles that tug at our spirit daily, inviting you to stand firm in your commitment to God's path. As we share a prayer and seek divine clarity, our conversation illuminates t...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been knocked down by life's challenges, only to wonder if you could ever rise again? You're about to meet someone who's turned life's toughest moments into a springboard for success. Stephen Capps joins us today, an entrepreneur and business coach with an extraordinary story of resilience and faith. Our discussion weaves through the emotional laby...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever witnessed a transformation that's nothing short of miraculous? Our guest, Jason Perry, embodies such a change, having evolved from a staunch atheist and hardened Navy SEAL into a devout pastor. This episode is a testament to human resilience and the power of faith, where Jason lays bare his soul, recounting the personal upheavals and family traumas that initiall...

Send us Fan Mail When life's brevity becomes all too apparent, how do we pivot toward a path that's both purposeful and fulfilling? That question is at the heart of our conversation with Chris Anderson, CEO and founder of Elevate Media Group, who shares his deeply personal journey from the corporate grind to entrepreneurship during the unsettling times of a global pandemic. Our opening p...

Send us Fan Mail Embark on an enlightening journey with us, Catherine and Michael, as we unravel the true essence of success intertwined with faith in our latest heart-to-heart. Together, we'll uncover the gleaming diamond of worth that lies within each of us, and how to let that intrinsic value shine as a beacon in a world where the light of faith often dims. We're diving deep into how...

Send us Fan Mail When adversity strikes, it often paves the way for unsuspected avenues of joy and fulfillment. Our very own Morgan, a beacon of resilience, steps into the spotlight, sharing how her battle with scoliosis and spinal fusion surgery unearthed a profound passion for ceramics. Her story, interwoven with deep Christian faith, unfolds in our latest episode, where she illustrates the beau...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine embarking on a journey where the quest for love intertwines so intrinsically with faith that it transforms every aspect of life. That's precisely the story Miracle Sims brings to our conversation, as she lays bare her heart on the challenges and victories of being single, the hunt for true love, and the ultimate connection she found with God. It's a tale of small...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt the tug of change, the call to rise and defend what you hold sacred? Shayna Rattler joins us on the frontlines, as we invite women across the globe to become beacons of faith and bastions of Christian values in a world that often seems adrift from its moorings. Together, we're setting sail on a mission, with prayer as our compass, to empower an army of King...

Send us Fan Mail When life hurls its hardest blows, where do we find the strength to press on? Our latest episode is a journey of emotional depth, featuring the remarkable Darcy Steiner who unveils her story of resilience following a life-altering injury. Catherine and I, Michael, invite you into a heartfelt conversation that weaves through the trials of faith and the discovery of joy in the midst...