Make Life Matter

Is it possible to fearlessly, sincerely, and intentionally pursue a life in Christ as a modern young woman? Cally Logan is a fresh voice of encouragement for women longing to navigate today’s challenges with authentic faith. Her debut book, Hang in There, Girl , offers a candid conversation about relationships, waiting well, and knowing who you are in Christ. This episode is for young women, moms,...

Our hearts and minds are reeling this week here in the United States after the horrific shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde Texas. What do we do when our expectations are shattered? This short devotion encourages our fragile hearts and reminds us that we can truly experience hope in heartache.   For more information on Angela Donadio: FREE resources, Join Angela’s Online Community, Find h...

What do you do when you’re suddenly navigating a life you didn't sign up for? Lisa Appelo understands deeply. She's experienced the raw emotions and uncertainty that come when everything falls apart. Lisa went to bed married and woke up a widow and single mom to seven children. A former litigating attorney, Lisa is a speaker, writer and Bible teacher who inspires women to cultivate faith in life’s...

How well do you know the Holy Spirit? How real is He in your everyday life? Becky Thompson, bestselling author and creator of the Midnight Mom Devotional community gathering more than one million moms in nightly prayer, invites us into a closer relationship with the Holy Spirit. In her new book, God So Close, she scripturally unpacks who He is and how He moves in and through the life of a believer...

In this very special episode, I sit down with filmmaker Tracy Robinson to talk about the award-winning documentary The Matter of Life. The leading human rights issue of our day, one million babies die by abortion in the United States every year. At this critical point in our nation’s history, The Matter of Lifeis an examination of the fundamental question regarding abortion in such a time as this:...

Danny Ray is one of the world’s premiere illusionists and has amazed thousands of audiences worldwide. Married more than twenty-five years to Kimberly, he now wants to help others unlock the secrets for a magical marriage. Using illusions and practical advice, Danny helps us know: How to write new scripts in our marriage. How to play the hand we were dealt and win every hand. The one secret we can...

Discover the extraordinary work Doree Donaldson is doing around the world through Convoy Women to champion and empower moms and partner with River of Life during the month of May as a special Mother’s Day campaign and “change her story.” www.rolva.org/women Doree Donaldson and her husband, Hal, founded Convoy of Hope which has served and shared the love of Jesus with over 193 million people. Doree...

How can you celebrate and thank the mom in your life for all she does? The one who has loved you as a mom or is the mom of your children deserves to know how valuable she is. This special Mother’s Day episode brings us the mother-daughter duo, literary agent and marketer Blythe Daniel and counselor and educator Dr. Helen McIntosh. In this their second book, a gift book/devotional, I Love You, Mom!...

An overwhelming majority of Americans feel defeated and alone, struggling in our current times of crisis and uncertainty. My guest today puts language to it – soul fatigue. Author, speaker, pastor, and theologian Dominic Done offers us a much-needed vision of hope in his new book, “Your Longing Has a Name.” showing us who God says we already are: created, loved, and called by him to live out his d...

Beth Jones is a Bible teacher, pastor and author who is passionate about helping new and seasoned Christians connect the Bible dots. The author of over 20 books including the popular  Getting a Grip on the Basics  series and Reinvent – Start Fresh and Love Life , Beth is here to help us navigate change and necessary reinvention: What is the “gap” and how can we see it as an opportunity? How do we...

Millions upon millions of women are struggling like never before with their mental health. Shame, perfectionism, body issues, control…we’re believing lies about the limitations placed on our lives. And these lies are choking away our joy. Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith is a board-certified internal medicine physician, author and popular speaker who shares biblical truths to help heal the body, mind and...

No matter where we are from, our stories are what truly connect us. Jane Herlong, Sirius XM Southern Humorist, speaker, and recording artist brings 50 unique stories to her new book, Sweet Tea Secrets from the Deep-Fried South. She brings joy and humor to today’s episode and helps us to see: How laughter is a hug from God. How to live like a tea bag – seasoned, steeped and steamed. The value of be...

A startling 70% of Americans are overweight. After 10 years of marriage and five pregnancies, Amber Lia, a former college athlete and recreational bodybuilder, found herself to be one of them. She embarked on a journey to reclaim her health, one unhealthy pattern at a time and is now a Certified Health Coach and author of the brand-new book, Food Triggers.   Amber is here to help us: Understand ou...

Sioni Rodriguez is active in the fight against human trafficking and all other human rights violations. She is a committed advocate for women who have been sexually assaulted or victims of domestic violence and a chaplain working closely with the incarcerated. The author of Three Times Sold and Rebuilding what was Destroyed, she shares her powerful personal story of survival, faith, and forgivenes...

Norah Senkaba Birungi is resiliency embodied. The youngest of six children born to a Ugandan mother and Rwandan father, she felt her life had no value or purpose after her father was killed in the war and the family was left in abject poverty. Everything changed when she was sponsored through Compassion International. Now a college graduate, wife and mother, her riveting story reminds us to make o...

What do we do when God’s plan isn’t my plan? Amber Albee-Swenson is a wife, mother, speaker, and the author of 4 books including “Chosen for More.” My new fearless friend shares how we can come to God just as we are and find ourselves in the pages of Scripture. An avid traveler, she also helps us know how to incorporate the needs of our family into traveling for work or ministry?

Like many who’ve weathered the storms of life, author and licensed marriage and family therapist Nicole Zasowski lived her life terrified of celebrating. After experiencing prolonged seasons of hurt and disappointment, she had become highly suspicious of joy, afraid to enjoy the good things in life for fear they would be snatched away. But in her new book, What If It’s Wonderful?: An Invitation to...

Supernatural success starts with faith. LaVondilyn San Kitts challenges us to remember that when we stay in the secret place, God will guide us in the marketplace. Affectionately referred to as That FIA “Faith is Action” Coach, LaVondilyn has been coaching entrepreneurs of faith for over 15 years. She is the author of 6 books and host of the FIA Good Morning podcast. She reveals the #1 lie that en...

Despite the real-world challenges, we all face, the biggest obstacle we will ever have to overcome is your own mind. Billie Jauss is here to help us leave our emotional barriers behind so we can find peace and purpose. She’s a speaker, author, and host of the Start Small, Believe Big Podcast. Lean in for this much-needed conversation from her brand-new book, Distraction Detox: Release Emotional Ba...

The leading cause of death in the United States for 18-44 years old is overdose. Dana Brown was miraculously saved from a life of addiction, prostitution, homelessness, and jail. As the founder of Zoe Freedom Center, Dana devotes her life to helping others find freedom from addiction. God has filled her life with restored relationships, an amazing husband and 5 children; 3 of whom are adopted.  ww...

It started with a century-old letter from her great-great-grandmother that challenged her to think more purposefully about what kind of spiritual legacy she was building for her children and grandchildren. The letter also eventually led to a beautiful devotional book about spiritual legacy, “Heirloom: Living a Legacy of Faith.” Kathy Howard is a treasure hunter, searching for cherished stories of...

How do we turn panic into praise? Becky Harling understands what it’s like to feel stuck and what it takes to overcome those obstacles. As a survivor of both breast cancer and childhood sexual abuse, praise was the key that unlocked kingdom purpose in her life. Now, the author of 11 books and Bible studies and certified life coach with the John Maxwell Team, she helps those looking to move beyond...

How can women embrace their purpose today? As a first-generation follower of Christ, Liz DeFrain loves helping women experience everything God desires for them. She is an ordained minister and the Women’s Director for the PennDel Network of the A/G.

Why is friendship at times so complicated? Andi Andrew is here today to help us do away with the drama and create authentic connection. Andi is the author of She Is Free, Fake or Follower, and her newest book, Friendship–It's Complicated. She is also the founding Pastor of Liberty Church, a multisite church she pioneered with her husband Paul in 2010. She is the founder of She is Free, a movement...

Can we really find hope after heartache? Kellie Haddock is a singer, songwriter, wife and mom. A former widow, Kellie has lived through tragedy and found hope and joy on the other side. Her music draws from real-life stories of beauty, heartache, hope and the celebration of life and reminds us that no matter what life brings, love will have the last word and hope is possible. Instagram @kelliehadd...