Grow and Go with Em Tyler

In this powerful and let-it-all-hang-loose conversation, I sit down with my friend Jonathon M. Seidl to talk about faith, addiction, and the kind of radical vulnerability that leads to real healing. Jon shares openly about his journey with alcoholism—how it began, what it cost him, and how Jesus met him in the breaking. We explore what sanctification really looks like in the messiness of everyday...

In this New Year’s episode, Dan and I pick up right where we left off — shifting from reflecting on what God carried us through to looking toward what He’s preparing next. This conversation is slower, honest, and full of expectancy as we talk about the kind of year we’re hoping to build with God. We explore the small signs of His faithfulness that give us courage for what’s ahead, the areas where...

In this super fun conversation, the one-and-only Dan Tyler (aka my hubby) and I look back over the past year and name the moments, challenges, surprises, and small mercies that revealed God’s faithfulness in ways we didn’t expect. We talk about what it means to begin again with God—not from pressure or performance, but from a place of prayer, listening, and trusting that He is always doing somethi...

In this Christmas message, I share something that has been stirring in me throughout Advent: the truth that God still speaks — even when life feels painfully silent. I talk about a moment from years ago, a marriage proposal wrapped in silence, and how easily we can misinterpret quiet as absence. Waiting can feel heavy, confusing, even exhausting. But the more I sit with Scripture, the more I see t...

This is the Coach you want in your corner. My fab friend Christy Osborne brought an honest, hopeful, and deeply freeing conversation. Christy shares her powerful story of choosing sobriety and discovering a life of peace, connection, and faith beyond alcohol. Christy opens up about the challenges of addiction, the cultural pressures around drinking, and the transformation that happens when we allo...

This was such a tender and reflective conversation with Lori Ann Wood about navigating faith through detours, chronic illness, and the challenging questions that life brings. Lori Ann shares her personal journey with a heart condition and how it has shaped her understanding of God, prayer, and lament. We talk about the difference between complaining and lamenting, how silence can be part of God’s...

If there’s someone who knows what it’s like to live with relentless suffering, it’s my friend Megan J. Conner. In this episode, Megan tells her family’s story of navigating faith through hardship after hardship. Megan shares her family’s journey of walking through repeated health challenges, the raw honesty of wrestling with God, and the ways suffering has deepened her faith. We talk about Job’s s...

I loved this hope-filled conversation with the lovely Desiree Taylor about her journey of faith, living with disability, and discovering freedom in God’s grace after years of wrestling with legalism. Desiree shares her powerful story of navigating hearing loss, family dynamics, and the writing of her book Created to Relate . We talk about the beauty of community, the importance of grieving what’s...

This is one of the most important and tender conversations I’ve had on the podcast. I sit down with Stacey Womack, founder of Abuse Recovery Ministry and Services (ARMS), to talk about the reality of domestic violence—especially within the church. Stacey shares her own journey into advocacy and the vital work ARMS is doing to bring hope and healing to both survivors and abusers. We discuss what ab...

This week I chatted with Alicia Hamilton: an author, college ministry leader, and someone who has walked a long journey with chronic illness. Alicia shares how her experiences have shaped her understanding of faith, suffering, and hope, and how discipleship has become both her passion and calling. We talk about why community is essential in our walk with Jesus, what Ecclesiastes reveals about life...

This was such a practical conversation with Scott Maderer from Inspired Stewardship . We dug into what it really means to live with true priorities, how to find contentment without slipping into complacency, and why self-management matters more than time management. Scott’s wisdom is both freeing and challenging—reminding us that we only ever have one true priority at a time, and that listening to...

This was such a tender and hope-filled conversation with Samara Noblett about what it looks like to walk through chronic illness with honesty, vulnerability, and faith. Samara shares her journey of navigating unmet expectations, grief, and the daily challenges of illness—while also learning how to wait well, celebrate small victories, and choose hope in the process. We talk about the tension of ho...

I loved this honest and hope-filled conversation with Shelly Snead about what it really looks like to embrace authenticity, motherhood, and faith in a world of comparison. Shelly shares her story of navigating challenges in marriage and parenting, and how she’s learned to embrace an “un-perfect” life—one where flaws and struggles become places for God’s grace to shine. We talk about the trap of co...

This was such a joyful and deeply encouraging conversation with Cathy Colver Garland about cultivating intimacy with God through what she calls a “Revelationship”—a combination of revelation and relationship with Him. Cathy shares how God pursues our hearts, how to practically hear His voice, and why silence, nature, and personal reflection are essential for deepening our connection with Him. We a...

In this tender conversation, I sit down with Allison Brost as she shares her journey of grief after the loss of her son, Solomon. Allison opens up about the pain of loss, the comfort of Scripture, and how writing became a healing outlet in her faith journey. We talk honestly about lament, gratitude, and the way God meets us in the darkest places. Allison also shares practical encouragement for kee...

For this Grow on the Go we’re in Hebrews 10:36–37—learning how to persevere with joy, wait expectantly, and stand firm on God’s promises. Because when He says it, He will do it. If my words have encouraged you, please consider buying me a coffee! Your support helps me keep creating freely and sharing faith-filled content. Every gift—big or small—means so much. Thank you for being a Grow + Go Belie...

In this super practical conversation, I chat with Joanne Cox about how faith shapes our daily habits, personal growth, and the rhythms of life. We explore the challenges of busyness, the temptation to rely on willpower alone, and the freedom that comes when we lean on Jesus in everything we do. Jo shares her experience as a Bible-based productivity expert and leader, offering actionable insights f...

In this joy-filled and oh-so-fun conversation, I sit down with spoken word poet and author Tanner Olson to explore the beauty, depth, and simplicity of prayer. While we laugh and share light-hearted moments, we also touch on deep and challenging topics—from infertility and adoption to navigating faith in difficult seasons. Tanner shares the creative journey behind his book All the Things I Say to...

In this episode of Grow + Go, I sit down with author and artist Sharon Collins to explore her unexpected journey of faith, creativity, and spiritual growth. Sharon shares how God called her into writing and art in ways she never anticipated, and how daily practices of prayer, reflection, and listening to God have shaped her life. We talk about the beauty of lingering in scripture, the importance o...

In this reflective and heart-centred conversation, I sit down with spiritual director Hollie Golden to explore how we can deepen our intimacy with God, especially amidst the busyness, challenges, and suffering of life. Hollie shares her journey as a mother and spiritual director, offering wisdom on balancing doing for God with simply being with Him. We talk about how to recognise when we’re in per...

In this practical and encouraging conversation, I sit down with Nick Garofalo, founder of Open-Handed Wealth, to explore how Christian business owners can steward their finances with clarity, confidence, and faith. Nick shares his journey into financial planning and introduces his R.I.I.T.E framework, which covers Retirement, Insurance, Investing, Taxes, and Estate planning. We talk about how to m...

In this warm and powerful episode, Em Tyler sits down with writer and speaker Jayne Manfredi to talk all things midlife, menopause, and meaningful faith. With honesty, humour, and depth, Jayne shares her journey of writing Waking the Women , and why the church needs to have better conversations about women’s health, hormones, and hope. Whether you're walking through perimenopause, navigating chang...

In this energising and insightful conversation, Em sits down with Craig Dehut, co-founder of Appian Media, to talk about creativity, calling, and how storytelling can bring the Bible to life—especially for young people. From a passion for film to walking the lands of Scripture, Craig shares the journey behind Appian’s free, high-quality biblical resources and the vision that fuels it all. Whether...

In this raw and richly nuanced conversation, I sit down with author and thinker Anna Rollins to unpack the complex legacies of purity culture and the prosperity gospel—especially as they shaped women growing up in evangelicalism during the 90s and early 2000s. Anna shares her deeply personal journey that led to writing Famished , a compelling book exploring the intersections of food, sex, shame, a...

In this inspiring conversation, I’m joined by Kristen Wambach—author, teacher, and encourager—as we explore what it looks like to walk closely with Jesus and live empowered by the Holy Spirit. Kristen shares her daily rhythms of prayer, how she’s learned to discern God’s voice, and why childlike faith isn’t naïve—it’s brave. Whether you're new to listening for God's voice or learning to take bold...