My Southern Godmother

Are you in the middle of a hard time? Maybe it's financial uncertainty. A health crisis. Job loss. A friendship that feels beyond repair.  Most times, we can't predict when the storms will arise, but we can prepare for how we will respond to them. In this episode, Jena shares about the "hurricane" of an eating disorder that rocked her 20s and Debbie talks about a storm that tur...

What an episode! We bring our first guest Southern Godmother on the podcast - Maria - to talk through her cancer journey and how the Lord was near through it all. Even if you aren't in the midst of a health crisis, this episode will encourage you to believe in God's goodness, come nearer to Him, and have hope for your future.  -- Are you encouraged by these episodes? Here's how you...

It's really easy to sit in your past or worry about your future.  On today's episode, we talk about removing shame and entering into the new things God has for your life.  We also have a giggle about : "socially acceptable sins" tornados Jena's lack of gardening knowledge If you've ever dwelled on the past, sat in shame, or dwelled on all the bad things in your life -...

WE ARE BACK!  After Jena took some time to welcome her son into the world, we are back and ready to share more encouraging stories of God's goodness.  On today's episode : Jena shares Beckett's birth story Debbie shares what she's been up to  How to balance joy and sorrow Do you believe that God loves you? We missed y'all and are so glad to be back recording.  QUESTIONS OF...

Merry Christmas y'all!  Thank you for joining us this year on the My Southern Godmother journey. In today's episode we talk about settling into the Christmas season and not getting wrapped up in all the pomp and circumstance, but rather sitting at the feet of the King.  We also share some updates on the future of MSG and what's ahead for 2025!  -- Are you encouraged by these episode...

This episode is so practical.  Jena and Debbie talk about the importance of female friendships, how to identify a good friend, and when it's time to reevaluate some relationships in your life.  We also talk about Steel Magnolias, Christmas preparation, and the benefits of cross-generational friendships. QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How can I be a better friend to the friend's that I have? -- Ar...

Ever wonder if God is there? Like, does he really see YOU?  Debbie asks a thoughtful question using the story of the Road to Emmaus that pushes back at this fear: "How many times do you sense the presence of Jesus, but you're in a hurry?" It's a doozy folks! Especially as we enter the Christmas season which seems like busy busy is the name of the game, Debbie reminds us that pa...

Did you ever play hide & seek when you were little? Debbie shares a story of hide & seek that will help you see God in a different light. Especially if you are in a season of "hiddenness", this episode will be encouraging, thought-provoking and fun. QUESTION OF THE WEEK:  What does it mean to seek God? --- Are you encouraged by these episodes? Here's how you can help us spre...

A couple of weeks ago, we talked about getting out of the PEWS and into your PURPOSE . But what does that mean?  How do you uncover God's purpose for your life? In this episode, we talk about: Different purposes in different seasons Spiritual Gifts vs. Talents ChatGPT (which hilariously Jena ALSO got wrong)  Practical ways to live out your purpose QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How will you use your t...

Waiting is hard. Maybe you're waiting on a job. Or good health news. Or a baby. Or a spouse. Or breakthrough in your marriage. Everybody is waiting on something. But, what does it mean to wait thou only on God? Debbie tells a story of waiting that will change your perspective on how to wait well. QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What are you waiting for? And how are you waiting? Do you wish you could sh...

Anyone else feel intimidated by the Bible? Or maybe you've quit reading it altogether because it just feels so overwhelming. In today's episode, Debbie walks through how she reads the Bible and we discuss practical ways to walk through Scripture. This is a really practical episode that we know will be extremely helpful in your spiritual formation! Resources Mentioned: The Bible Recap Lec...

If you feel like you're just going through the motions of life - this episode is for you.  Debbie gives us a great framework for how to get out of the PEWS and into God's PURPOSE no matter how he has gifted you. You'll leave this episode feeling inspired to ask God how he has wired you and feeling compelled to use those gifts for His glory. QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Do you feel as if yo...

Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed out, and weary? Do you feel like you are at capacity? As women, it's so easy to stretch ourselves beyond our limits - with kids, family, work, marriage, activities....you name it. We're a tired bunch! Join Debbie and Jena as they talk through encouraging Scripture for those seasons and how to identify if you're at capacity in your life.  P.S. This e...

Stepping out in faith - what does it actually mean and how do you do it? Debbie tells one of her stories of saying YES to God, even though she was terrified. Be encouraged that even though saying yes may not be easy - God will be with you every step of the way. QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What box is the Lord asking you to check? -- Are you encouraged by these episodes? Please please please leave us a r...

Singleness can be no joke. Whether you're not-yet-married, divorced, or widowed - singleness is a topic that holds a lot of emotion, especially for Christian women. Join Jena and Debbie as they chat through their own seasons of singleness, what they learned and how to be contentment even in your desire to find or meet your spouse.  QUESTION OF THE WEEK: "What does contentment look like f...

Debbie flips the microphone and asks Jena about HER stories of how God showed up financially for her and her family.  Jena shares about a layoff, living with an inconsistent income and her journey of releasing control and fear about money. This is great episode for anyone who wants to feel encouraged that at no matter the age or stage, God is a God who sees you during times of uncertainty. - Are y...

Grab the tissues because this episode will have you weepy from God's kindness. The second in a two-parter story, Debbie continues to share her journey of losing everything in her 40s...and how God provided. This episode is full of twists and turns and gentle reminders that God is a God of details.  Tune in if you need the reminder that you are not your provider, that God has a bigger plan, an...

In this two-parter story, Debbie shares what it was like to lose everything in her early 40s. Despite losing their home, businesses and livelihood, she shares the ways God showed that He saw her, cared for her and was her ultimate provider. (It involves some jello and tomatoes!) This episode will be encouraging to any person who is currently or who has ever walked through financial hardship and ha...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of My Southern Godmother. In this episode we talk through: How Debbie and I met (and how you could meet your older, wiser, mentor!) Debbie's story of how she came to Christ My story of how I met Jesus on Wall Street Encouragement for if you're feeling down in your faith Do you love this episode? Make sure you:  Subscribe to our podcast Leave us a review S...