Honey for Your Heart with Bryson Kessler

Today's episode is a special treat from a true thought provoking gem in the world of faith and inspiration, Mary DeMuth. She will not only inspire and uplift your heart but also add a dash of sweetness to your day. Mary shares great wisdom on how to heal from trauma and truly begin the process of "re-storying" your life as you look through the lens of a perfect God who does not waste suffering. Sh...

Does it feel like your life is nothing like it should be or how you thought it would be? Do you struggle to trust that God really does have a good plan for your life? I am so excited to introduce you to Anne Neilson, who struggled with some of those very questions.  Anne is an extremely gifted artist who is well known for her Angels paintings. Her story is fascinating and filled with wisdom as she...

Do you feel enslaved to your past? Does the shame of something you've done or something that's happened to you keep you from living in freedom and sharing your story with others? If so, you are definitely not alone! Today's guest, Lauren Sisler, is a two-time Emmy award-winning ESPN sports broadcaster. Best known for her sideline shimmy, she is also a former college gymnast but her story has not a...

What is my purpose? Why am I here? Why do I feel like a failure?  These are common questions that many of us struggle with throughout the different seasons of life.  This week, I am joined by the ladies behind Her True Worth.  They reach millions through their instagram page and in addition to their first book, titled Her True Worth (which I've read and highly recommend), they have a brand new dev...

Have you ever wondered where God is during the darkest days or if He even cares? On today's episode, my friend, Martha, dives into those very questions as she shares her story of losing her youngest son in a drunk driving accident. Martha is truly the definition of a pioneer woman. She is married to Roger and is the mother of 12 children. She is the author of Built From Scratch Life which, an auto...

Today, we are kicking off season two with a special guest who is actually returning from Season 1. Many of you heard Beth Booth's story about her journey with cancer. If you missed it definitely make sure you go back to season 1 and listen to her episode. It's one you don't want to miss. Beth was diagnosed with Stage IV melanoma around 7 years ago. The journey has had highs and lows with the cance...

Do you feel like you don't have a story to tell? Do you think your story wouldn't be interesting or impactful to others? In this season 1 finale episode, Bryson discusses why we should all be willing to share our stories. No matter what your story involves, sharing it not only impacts others, but also brings healing you may not even know you needed. It is our hope that as you listen you will find...

Who am I?  What is my purpose? Where is my value and who defines it?  We have all asked these questions at some point in life, especially during seasons of confusing change. Izzy Nix has a beautiful heart for the Lord but her high school years were spent focusing on other things besides Him, but the Lord was faithfully pursuing her and leading her to a greater calling she would later find in colle...

How do you navigate heartbreak?  Maybe you've lost a loved one.  Maybe life hasn't turned out the way you pictured it in your head.  Maybe a relationship ended and has left you feeling empty and confused.  All of us face times of heartbreak that leave us doubting, hurting and confused. In this episode of Honey For Your Heart, Mattie Jackson Selecman tells the story of losing her husband in a tragi...

Does prayer really work? Do we even need to pray to a God who already knows everything? Does God actually answer our prayers?   If you struggle with answers to these questions and others like them, you are not alone. Even seasoned followers of Christ often have a misunderstood and complicated view of prayer. Prayer is powerful and has an important purpose in our lives.   In this mini episode, we t...

Where do you turn when the bottom falls out and life looks completely different than you could have ever imagined?  What do you do when it feels like God is silent? In this episode, Stacey Pardue shares her story of love, loss and learning to seek the Lord during deep grief and the very unexpected twists and turns of life. If you struggle to trust God where is leading you or wonder if He's even th...

Do you feel stuck in life right now? Does it seem like you can't make sense of your situation? In this mini episode, Bryson looks at biblical perspective on life that, when embraced, will change everything. If you are stuck in the past, live in fear, or just feel like the grass seems to always be "greener on the other side", grab a cup of coffee and allow these truths to minister to your heart and...

Do you struggle to find any joy in seasons of waiting?  Waiting is hard and typically uncomfortable for most of us.  In this episode, Bryson chats with friend, model and real estate agent, Megan Hilt about her journey through waiting on a heart transplant that was needed to save her life.  Little did she know, this would only be beginning of the Lord teaching her to wait patiently on Him through o...

What should our response be toward suffering and brokenness? How do we walk with others through trials well? In this mini episode, Bryson shares God's ultimate purpose in the overarching story of history. Understanding this gives us the key to successfully navigating hurt in this life that will inevitable come our way. Tune in for an impactful story that will leave you in awe and wonder of the rec...

Do you have a dream you want to chase but are clueless where to start? Maybe you are ready to start but it feels like there is never enough time or resources to actually take the leap?  In this episode of Honey for Your Heart, Krista Lovelady shares the story of starting Kristalize Jewelry with a huge vision and a very small budget.  She discusses the steps she took to build a small jewelry line t...

When the storms of life rage and the elements seem to beat us down, what do we do?  How do we weather them?  How do we find calm in the midst of the chaos? In this mini episode, Bryson looks at Matthew 14:22 - 33 when Peter boldy steps out of the boat in the middle of a raging storm and walks towards His Savior.   What does it take to have that kind of faith and how do we apply it to our lives tod...

Sometimes, the people we love face very difficult struggles, ones we may not even fully understand.  They often need family and friends to sacrificially walk alongside them as they battle through the dark places. In this powerful episode, Lillian Lalo describes the courageous actions she took in the moments surrounding her husband's death which ultimately provided the gift of life and healing for...

Do you feel that your past defines you?  Do you have deep wounds from things that happened years ago? So often we find ourselves paralyzed by the decisions and circumstances surrounding our early years in life. But you don't have to live that way. In this episode, Jenny shares about how the Lord used infertility + adoption to not only give her the priceless gift of a child but also show her His pe...

Do you find it hard to navigate the undesirable, messy areas of life?  Sometimes, it's hard to know how to even take the next step forward.  In this mini episode, Bryson takes a look at 1 Thessalonians 5:18 to uncover a basic command which actually holds the secret to successfully walking through both the good AND the bad seasons of life.  If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, confused and uns...

Do you find yourself searching for peace in the middle of the hard seasons of life? If you feel like that is impossible, this episode is for you!  In Episode 2, Bryson sits down with her sister, Beth Booth, who has been battling Stage IV melanoma for almost 7 years.  Beth talks about how she found her cancer which led her on a journey to discover lasting peace in the face of fear and uncertainty....

Some days, the brokenness just feels too much carry, doesn't it? If you're ready for a dose hope, healing, encouragement and beauty, this episode is here for you today. On Episode 1 of the Honey for Your Heart Podcast, Bryson is sitting down with model and beauty pageant winner, Molly King. Molly vulnerably shares her story of love, loss, struggle and brokenness that led to a healing she never rea...

Introducing the Honey for Your Heart podcast! We are so happy you're here! In this inaugural kick off episode - join in as your host, Bryson Kessler, shares her story, the heart behind Honey for Your Heart, and invites you to pull up a seat at her table. https://shopcloverandbee.com/