Renew Your Mind: Mindset & Purpose for Christian Women

Lovely One, Have you ever cried out to God and heard… nothing? This episode is for the woman sitting in that quiet, aching space—wondering if she’s been forgotten. If you've been waiting for direction, aching for healing, or wrestling with doubt, I want you to know: silence does not mean absence . We walk through the story of Elijah on Mt. Horeb—how even after a powerful victory, he ran, collapsed...

Lovely One, In today’s episode of ReInvent Your World , we’re getting honest about the labels we wear—those handed to us by pain, by people, by our past. You are not what happened to you. You are not the name shame whispered in your ear. I share the powerful story of Jabez, the woman at the well, blind Bartimaeus, and even Peter—and how each one refused to let their old identity define their futur...

Hello, Lovely One— This episode is close to my heart because it’s something I say all the time: The thing is never the thing. We think the problem is the situation—our job, the relationship, the delay. But more often than not, the real battle? It starts in the mind. In today’s Start Again episode, we’re diving into what I call the Reasoning Box —the stories, experiences, and emotions that shape ho...

Hey Lovely One, I want to talk to the part of you that wonders if there's still life left in your dreams… in your voice… in you . In this episode of Start Again , I share something deeply personal—because I’ve been there. After loss, disappointment, or a life you didn’t expect, it can feel like you’re standing in the middle of dry bones, just like Ezekiel did in chapter 37. You look around and won...

Welcome to the very first episode of the Start Again series. I’m so glad you’re here. If life has ever knocked the wind out of your dreams—whether through loss, betrayal, disappointment, or just plain exhaustion—this episode is for you. I know what it’s like to stare at a life you never saw coming. When my husband Richard was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, everything shifted. I went from buildin...

Hello Lovely One, After months of sitting down with some of the most incredible women I’ve ever met, we’re wrapping up the Women in Ministry series. And wow… it's been amazing! These 16 women have shown us that ministry isn’t just about pulpits and platforms. It’s in hospital rooms, lunchboxes, whispered prayers, and brave obedience when no one’s looking. So in this final episode, I’m inviting you...

In this heartfelt conversation, Darla Madrid shares her powerful journey into ministry—from volunteering with Cru’s high school outreach to navigating life as a mom, missionary, and leader. She opens up about the beauty and struggle of embracing God’s call in every season, even the ones that feel less than ideal. Through stories of heartache, hope, and surrender, Darla offers encouragement to wome...

In this heartfelt episode of ReInvent Your World, Donna Woolam is joined by Ashley Wymore—wife, mom of three, coffee lover, and co-pastor of Living Way Foursquare Church in Midland, Texas. With warmth and vulnerability, Ashley shares her journey of saying yes to Jesus one step at a time, from youth camp moments to co-leading a church and speaking internationally. Ashley speaks candidly about the h...

In today’s episode of ReInvent Your World , we are continuing our Women in Ministry series with Rev. Dr. Christine V. Davies. Christine is an ordained Presbyterian minister, hospital chaplain, spiritual director, and seminary professor with over two decades of experience. In this conversation, we explore her journey of spiritual care, grief, and how she has found her calling to walk alongside othe...

In this transformative episode of the ReInvent Your World: Women in Ministry series, host Donna Woolam welcomes Tess Vergara , founder of Soul Powered Leaders and a bold voice in Kingdom-minded leadership. Tess is a Soul Powered Executive Coach, a Kingdom Factor faith-based business coach, and an SBA Thrive Business Coach. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, she works with high-achieving leaders to i...

Episode Summary: In this powerful episode of the ReInvent Your World podcast, host Donna Woolam sits down with Mari Hernandez-Tuten, an author, life coach, and speaker from Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Mari shares her incredible journey of faith and ministry—from her unexpected call to the mission field to her transition back to the U.S. and how she continues to serve women in their everyday lives. Jo...

In this powerful episode of ReInvent Your World , host Donna Woolam sits down with the incredible Reneé Austin—vocal coach, worship leader, and founder of BE Original Vocal Identity & Performance Coaching . Renee’s story is one of resilience, faith, and the undeniable power of God’s healing. From discovering her musical gift at just four years old to navigating a career that led her to share s...

In this inspiring episode of the ReInvent Your World podcast, Donna Scott—an ordained minister, consultant, coach, author, and TV show host—shares her journey of faith, resilience, and the transformative power of embracing one’s calling in ministry. With a heart for empowering others, Donna provides deep insights into the diverse ways women serve in ministry, even if they aren’t on staff at a chur...

Episode Overview In this inspiring episode of ReInvent Your World , Donna sits down with Dr. Cynthia Hester , a passionate advocate for women in ministry and a seasoned scholar in biblical studies. With a Doctor of Ministry degree from Dallas Theological Seminary , Dr. Hester is dedicated to equipping Christ-followers—especially ministry leaders—with a deeper understanding of women’s roles in the...

Welcome back to another powerful episode in our Women in Ministry series! Today, we're diving deep into the incredible journey of Brittany Schlichter—a motivational speaker, Bible memory expert, and passionate teacher of God's Word. Brittany’s story is one of resilience, faith, and dedication to scripture. As a native Texan, Brittany works remotely with the National Bible Bee, a ministry close to...

In this episode of ReInvent Your World: Journey to Wholeness , we welcome Dawn Ezelle, a prolific author, media creator, ordained minister, and therapist. Dawn shares her inspiring journey of faith, healing, and creative ministry, revealing how God has used her in various ways to uplift and transform lives. As the founder of Inspiring Today Ministries, Dawn helps people Discover God, Develop Spiri...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Linda P. Jones , a professional life coach and ministry leader from Barbados, who shares her incredible journey of faith, resilience, and reinvention. Linda’s story is one of deep calling, painful loss, and the courageous decision to start again. From launching a ministry with just seven women in her living room to experiencing a devastating event that...

Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of ReInvent Your World , we sit down with Dr. Karen Smith—author, wife, mom, and faith-filled leader—who is passionate about helping people know that God is for them . Dr. Smith takes us on a journey through her calling to ministry, the challenges she’s faced as a woman in leadership, and how she finds balance between her personal life, writing, and coach...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Reinvent Your World ! Today, we’re chatting with the incredible Katie Sokolovska—worship leader, missionary, and podcaster—who’s been living out her faith in Ukraine. Katie’s journey from growing up in a Christian home in the U.S. to stepping into full-time ministry across the world is nothing short of amazing. Let’s dive in! Life in Ukraine: The Everyday Ad...

Hey friends! You’re going to love this conversation with Jayme Woolam —(my lovely daughter-in-spirit), pastor’s wife, fitness manager, mom, and someone who knows what it’s like to wrestle with God’s calling. She didn’t always see herself in ministry (she even broke up with her now-husband when he shared his calling! 😲), but God had other plans. In this episode, we talk about: 🌱 Learning to trust...

In this episode, we sit down with Christa Cordova , a spiritual abuse survivor and nationally certified mental health crisis instructor. Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Christa teaches QPR for Suicide Prevention and Mental Health First Aid at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Christa shares her powerful journey of healing from spiritual and workplace trauma , including the emergence of PTSD i...

Melissa Mashburn is the CEO of the Ministry Chick Network , a community dedicated to equipping women in ministry to thrive. With over 25 years of experience, Melissa is passionate about helping women embrace their God-given identity, grow in their leadership, and confidently step into their calling. As the author of Ministry Chick: Find Your Community, Own Your Leadership, Take Your Step , Melissa...

When you are 100% you, there is no comparison! This episode helps us learn how to simply let the Lord grow us according to our ability and capacity, and not because we aren't like someone else. Read this accompanying article at https://donnawoolam.com/the-comparison-trap-and-how-to-avoid-it/ #reinvention #comparison

It's normal to look at others and admire their victories. But have you ever thought that maybe you could do the same with yourself? What if... you were your OWN hero? You have done hard things, overcome barriers, and taken new ground. With that knowledge, and the power of the Holy One, you can do it again. As you contemplate the "what's next" of life, invest time today to get encouragement and ins...

Relationships are beautiful, messy things. Why? Because I'm messy. And you're messy, too. But there is a way to navigate righteously in the middle of the ups-downs-ins-and-outs. This episode talks about those things, as well as how to learn to exit relationships the proper way. Necessary Endings-Henry Cloud Mind Shift-Erwin Raphael McManus *Note. I am an Amazon affiliate, and as such might receive...