Horses & Holy Moments

Animal communication is sweeping the horse world. People are claiming their horses are telling them to change their names, explaining why they refuse to canter, and diagnosing family problems. But is that really the horse talking? In this important and timely episode, Ingela and Corrie take on one of the most controversial topics in natural horsemanship today. Ingela breaks down the different leve...

A banned racehorse. Three injured jockeys. A panicked black stallion who attacked anyone who came near him. And a woman with three days to fix what an entire racing industry could not. In this extraordinary episode, Ingela tells the full story of Wolf’s Son — a thoroughbred stallion in Istanbul, Turkey, whose fear and trauma had made him too dangerous to race. She was flown in as a last resort, gi...

We live in the most distracted era in human history. Our phones buzz constantly, our minds race from one thing to the next, and the idea of sitting still — truly still — feels almost impossible. But your horse notices. And so does God. In this warm, conversational episode, Ingela and Corrie explore what modern distraction is doing to our horsemanship, our faith, and our inner peace. Ingela shares...

You went out to the arena with a plan. The horse was not cooperating. And suddenly you were not just frustrated — you were triggered. The peace was gone, the pressure was rising, and you either shut down or pushed harder. Sound familiar? In this episode, Ingela and Corrie get deeply honest about what really happens when we lose our peace during a training session. Ingela explains why the real issu...

You love horses. You have goals. You know what you want to achieve. So why does life keep getting in the way? In this episode, Ingela and Corrie have an honest, practical conversation about the thing nobody really wants to talk about: discipline. Corrie opens up about the reality of working 12-hour nursing shifts and coming home too tired to do anything with her horses. Ingela shares how a former...

What happens when the woman who teaches others to connect with horses through heart healing has to face her own deepest battle? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Ingela opens up about her journey through aggressive breast cancer - from diagnosis and surgery to the agonizing decision between natural and conventional treatments. She shares how years of unresolved fear and neglecting her...

Why do we get hurt — and why do even faithful believers sometimes wait so long for healing? In this deeply honest follow-up conversation, Ingela and Corrie open the Word and their own stories to explore what Scripture really promises about healing, and how to walk it out when your body hasn't caught up yet. Ingela shares a powerful personal testimony of three consecutive cross-country falls that l...

What do you do when injury strikes — whether it’s your horse or your own body? In this heartfelt episode of Horses and Holy Moments, Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich tackle one of the toughest realities every horse person faces: dealing with injuries and the emotional weight they carry. From emergency preparedness (do you know where your knife is?) to the long, discouraging road of stall re...

Episode 31 – Feel: Becoming One with Your Horse In this deeply practical and experiential episode, Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore one of the most sought-after concepts in horsemanship: feel. What does it really mean to “have feel”? Is it a natural gift—or something that can be learned? Ingela breaks it down step by step, explaining how feel begins with knowledge, observation, nerv...

Episode 30 – Two Kingdoms: Understanding the Realm of Light and Darkness In this sobering and clarifying episode of Horses and Holy Moments, Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich unpack a topic that many Western Christians rarely discuss openly: the reality of two spiritual kingdoms—the Kingdom of Light and the kingdom of darkness. Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, Ingela explains...

Spirit, Soul, and Body: Why You Can Be Perfect and Still Feel Messy In this theologically rich and down-to-earth episode, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich unpack one of the most misunderstood truths of the Christian life: that every believer is made up of three parts—spirit, soul, and body—and only one of them is instantly transformed at salvation. Ingela explains how your spirit is m...

Episode 28 – A Stressed-Out Horse: How to Help When Trauma Takes Over  In this powerful and emotional episode, Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich share the story of a traumatized warmblood mare who had become dangerously stressed after a series of intense and inappropriate training methods. Through detailed observation and compassionate leadership, Ingela shows how a few quiet minutes of clar...

Episode 27 – Space Awareness: Understanding How Horses and Humans Share and Claim Space In this insightful episode, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore how horses experience and communicate through space—and why understanding this is essential for true connection. From personal space bubbles to herd dynamics, they break down how dominant, passive, and lead horses interact through...

Episode 26 – Warrior: A Holy Moment in the Round Pen In this unforgettable episode, Ingela Larsson Smith shares a powerful true story from the Canadian wilderness that captures the essence of both horsemanship and faith. While training wild horses for hunters in northern British Columbia, Ingela is unexpectedly asked to help with a dangerous and aggressive horse named Nuisance—a horse labeled unri...

Connecting with God: The “To Me” Position and the Secret Place In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Ingela Larsson Smith unpacks the beautiful parallel between the “To Me” position in horsemanship—where a horse comes face-to-face with you in stillness—and the way we come into intimate connection with God in the secret place. Through rich metaphor and honest reflection, Ingela explores how...

Episode 24 – Training vs. Building Relationship – Part 4: Shaping Space through Freedom and Feel In this final part of the series, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore the beauty and depth of working with a horse at liberty—from behind—in a way that prioritizes freedom over micromanagement. Ingela explains her unique method of “shaping space,” where subtle shifts in presence, inte...

Training vs. Building Relationship – Part 3: Being Chosen, Not Chasing Control In this powerful third installment on building relationship over training, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich dive deeper into what it means to be truly invited into a horse’s herd—not through dominance or obedience, but through patient pursuit and earned trust. Ingela shares how horses mirror our spiritual l...

  Training vs. Building Relationship – Part 2: Creating True Choice and Trust In this deep and beautiful continuation of Training vs. Building Relationship, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore what it really means to give a horse the freedom to choose relationship without pressure. Ingela shares how many common training techniques—even when called “natural”—often override a horse...

Training vs. Building Relationship – Part 1: Heart Connection with Horses and God In this insightful episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore the profound difference between simply training a horse and truly building a relationship. Ingela explains how horses read our hearts, sense our nervous system, and respond to the presence and peace we carry....

Walk Just As If: A Faith Journey to Bring Horses to Mozambique In this inspiring episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich recount a miraculous story of faith, perseverance, and God’s provision. Ingela shares how, despite having no horses, no equipment, and no clear path forward, she followed God’s call to bring horses to an orphanage in Mozambique. Through...

How to Deal with Vices: Finding Calm and Trust with Horses and God In this touching episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich discuss how to help horses overcome stress-related vices like weaving, box-walking, and nervous behaviors. Ingela shares the powerful true story of her mare, Hope, whose journey from anxiety to deep relaxation revealed valuable lesson...

Overcoming Discouragement: Finding Hope and Joy in Jesus In this heartfelt episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich talk about a struggle many of us face—discouragement. Ingela shares her own story of heartbreak and loss with horses, revealing how past wounds can lead to deep feelings of hopelessness. Together, they explore biblical truths and practical ste...

Habituation vs. Desensitization: Helping Horses Overcome Fear and Misunderstandings In this episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich unpack the often-confused concepts of habituation and desensitization in horse training. Ingela explains why she prefers the word “habituation,” how to read a horse’s stress signals, and when desensitization is actually needed...

In this moving episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich share an unforgettable story from Ingela’s mission work in Brazil. When tragedy struck the life of a young orphan named Douglas—just days before a major event—God’s grace and the healing power of forgiveness shone brightly. Through the bond between a boy and a horse, a demonstration of true leadership,...

This episode Ingela and Corrie talk about Stress Signals. They explore the importance of recognizing them in horse training and why this key principle will launch your progress onto a new level. Want to know more about Ingela's work and the True Connection System? Visit the website at https://ingelalarssonsmith.com