Heidi Bylsma-Epperson and Christina Motley
Revelation Within On the Go!
Revelation Within equips people with life-giving, grace-infused mind renewal tools to deepen their intimacy with Jesus so that counterfeit comforts (like overeating) lose their allure, and the joy and hope of Jesus fills their lives, satisfying their souls. In our podcast we talk about mind renewal, tips and tricks for getting and staying free from counterfeit comforts like overeating (over-scrolling, over-drinking, over-anythinging...) We began as Thin Within in 1975, a pioneer in intuitive, mindful eating back when diets were in their hey day! Thin Within has taught people how to tune in to...
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Heidi Bylsma-Epperson and Christina Motley
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Jul 8, 2026
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Episodes
From Shame To Shalom: Pt 1 23.07.2025 38:08
Send us Fan Mail In this first episode of our four-part series, we open up about the quiet yet powerful voice of shame that often whispers when we look in the mirror. From body image struggles to deeply rooted family messages, we share our own stories and trace the roots of shame all the way back to the Garden of Eden. But we don’t stop there—together, we explore the hope that comes when we realiz...
Beyond Feelings: Finding True Motivation 16.07.2025 44:24
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I just don’t feel like it,” even when something really matters? We have too. In this episode, Heidi shares a game-changing realization: if we wait for motivation to magically show up, we might stay stuck. But when we make choices based on our values—especially our identity in Christ—something shifts. We explore what it means to stop letting f...
The Real Thing: Pt.3 09.07.2025 32:01
Send us Fan Mail In this final episode of our three-part series The Real Thing , we talk about something we often resist—God’s holy disruptions. Using the story of Zacchaeus, we explore how Jesus didn’t just stop by for a visit, but invited him into something lasting. The word used is meno —to abide—and it changes everything. This wasn’t about tweaking a few behaviors; it was an invitation to step...
The Real Thing: Pt.2 02.07.2025 24:47
Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of our three-part series The Real Thing , we talk about the "almosts"—those things we turn to for comfort that feel close to peace but never quite satisfy. Whether it’s late-night snacks, comparison, or performance, we’ve both reached for substitutes that ultimately leave us thirsty. Drawing from Jeremiah 2:13 and Isaiah 44, we unpack the imagery of broken cist...
The Real Thing: Pt.1 25.06.2025 32:56
Send us Fan Mail In this first episode of our new series, The Real Thing , we confront a subtle but powerful lie many of us have believed: that following Jesus means managing our lives better. From color-coded binders to constant striving, we’ve both fallen into the trap of believing that more control equals more freedom. But Jesus didn’t come to help us manage our sin—He came to give us life to t...
What Are You Really Thirsting For? 18.06.2025 24:25
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into the question, “What am I truly thirsting for?” We open a new series focused on caring for our bodies as sacred spaces, not problems to fix. Shifting our mindset in this way reshapes how we respond to emotional eating, self-image, and daily struggles. Drawing from Scripture, we reflect on the Hebrew idea of "thirst"—a deep, soul-level longing...
Trusting the Unfolding 11.06.2025 27:20
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk about what it really means to trust the unfolding of life when things don’t go according to plan. We’ve both longed for the blueprint—the full picture—but God often asks us to take just the next step without knowing what’s around the corner. Releasing control is tough, but we’ve learned that peace doesn’t come from having all the answers. Heidi shares how...
Unmasking Our Counterfeit Comforts-Part 2 04.06.2025 42:17
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you're sitting on an emotional trash can, afraid that lifting the lid will make everything spill out? We’ve both been there. In this episode, we talk about how we've tried to hold it all together—telling ourselves to “move on” or “just get over it”—because that’s what we heard from others and from our own inner critic. But we’ve found that real he...
Unmasking Our Counterfeit Comforts-Part 1 28.05.2025 38:28
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we get real about the counterfeit comforts we each reach for when life feels too heavy—whether that’s emotional eating, perfectionism, scrolling, or even throwing ourselves into ministry. We open up about how our personal stories shaped these patterns. Heidi shares how growing up with alcoholic parents taught her to cope through control and performance, while Chri...
Right Here, Right Now: You're on Holy Ground 21.05.2025 23:12
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered where God is in the ordinary moments of your day? We explore that very question in this heart-level conversation about how every moment—yes, even the mundane ones—can become a sacred encounter. Together, we reflect on stories like the woman who touched Jesus' robe and the thief on the cross to reveal how God's presence often meets us not in grand e...
Sacred Moments, Simple Yes 14.05.2025 23:23
Send us Fan Mail Ever notice how sacred moments often slip into your day when you least expect them—while folding laundry, stuck at a red light, or trying to fix something that feels out of control? In this conversation, we talk about what it means to say a “sacred yes”—to recognize God’s presence in the now and choose trust over hesitation. These invitations rarely show up when life is neat and q...
Why Does the Path to Peaceful Eating Feel So Difficult?! 07.05.2025 29:18
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever thought, “Why can’t I just get over this food thing already?” You’re not alone—I’ve been there too. In this honest conversation, we unpack why making peace with food and your body can feel so frustratingly out of reach. Christina and I share our personal journeys, from restrictive diets in our teens to obsessing over “good” and “bad” foods, and how early experiences...
The Truth About Peaceful Eating: What No One Told Us-Part 3 30.04.2025 16:55
Send us Fan Mail Can we truly make peace with food and our bodies? After years of diet culture, food rules, and body shame, the question feels almost too hopeful to ask. But the answer is a resounding yes—and it's what God wants for us. In this final episode of our three-part series "The Truth About Peaceful Eating: What No One Told Us," we unpack a revolutionary truth: peace doesn&...
The Truth About Peaceful Eating: What No One Told Us-Part 2 23.04.2025 24:54
Send us Fan Mail Mind renewal isn't just a spiritual catchphrase—it's the transformative key to peaceful eating that's been missing from our conversations about food and body. In part two of our special series "The Truth About Peaceful Eating: What No One Told Us," we dive deep into how our thoughts shape our relationship with food more profoundly than any diet plan ever c...
TheTruth About Peaceful Eating: What No One Told Us-Part 1 16.04.2025 26:58
Send us Fan Mail What if all your struggles with food aren't actually about food at all? This eye-opening conversation launches a powerful three-part series called "The Truth About Peaceful Eating: What No One Told Us," exploring the complex relationship between faith, food, and freedom. Hosts Heidi and Christina vulnerably share their decades-long battles with food obsession and bo...
The Life-Giving Truth About Mind Renewal 09.04.2025 25:45
Send us Fan Mail Mind renewal was never meant to be complicated, exhausting, or just another spiritual checklist. Yet many believers have turned this life-giving practice into legalism, self-help, or an overwhelming to-do list, missing its true power. Instead of striving to earn God's favor through mental exercises, we are invited into something far greater—alignment with God's perspecti...
Embracing Grace: The True Meaning of Look and Learn 02.04.2025 30:09
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever beaten yourself up after failing, believing harsh self-criticism would lead to positive change? The "Look and Learn" tool is meant for mind renewal, yet many have turned it into another form of self-punishment. Instead of viewing failure through a lens of shame, Scripture invites us to embrace God's grace. Romans 8:1 reminds us there is no condemnation...
God's Resume: The "You Were Faithful When" Tool 26.03.2025 22:58
Send us Fan Mail When life feels anything but good, can we truly trust God's faithfulness? In this episode, we explore that question with honesty, acknowledging the real tension between intellectually knowing God is faithful and emotionally struggling to feel it. Drawing from Psalm 88, we find comfort in knowing that even biblical writers wrestled with doubt. We also share personalized Script...
The "Impossible Day" Survival Guide 19.03.2025 37:40
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever woken up to a day that feels utterly impossible? When insecurity, rejection, and the weight of expectations leave you wanting to pull the covers over your head and hide from the world? You're not alone. In this deeply personal episode, we dive into the universal struggle with inadequacy and how to find solid ground when everything feels shaky. Whether you'r...
Rewriting Your Thoughts with God’s Truth 12.03.2025 29:02
Send us Fan Mail Struggling with negative self-talk? In this episode of Revelation Within On the Go , Heidi and Christina share personal stories and practical strategies for renewing the mind and silencing the inner critic. They explore how harmful thoughts confine us, preventing us from living out our true identity in Christ. By identifying the roots of these negative narratives, listeners will...
Enduring Love: Discovering God’s Affection in Life’s Trials 05.03.2025 32:46
Send us Fan Mail Dive deep into an exploration of God's perfect love in our latest episode of Revelation Within On the Go. Join hosts Heidi and Christina, as they engage listeners in a thought-provoking conversation about the true essence of love and how it diverges from the conventional, often fleeting definitions we encounter in everyday life. This episode unfolds with personal stories and...
Redeeming Love: You Never Let Go of Me 26.02.2025 38:02
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Revelation Within On the Go podcast, Heidi and Christina explore the profound impact of biblical truths, revealing the unbreakable bond we share with God through Jesus’ sacrifice. Reflecting on passages from Ephesians and Romans, they celebrate our secure identity in Christ and the peace granted by the Holy Spirit as a seal of promise. Addressing the deep-se...
You Are Not Alone: The Common Struggles of Food, Body Image, and Shame 19.02.2025 33:48
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Revelation Within On the Go Podcast , Heidi and Christina remind listeners that they are not alone in their struggles with food and body image. Shame and isolation often make these challenges feel personal, yet they are incredibly common experiences. Through shared stories and biblical insights, they explore how childhood influences, societal pressures, and misc...
Living Loved: Embracing God's Unyielding Pursuit 12.02.2025 27:08
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like you're on the outside looking in when it comes to feeling truly loved? Let's journey together through the powerful narrative of Hosea and Gomer to uncover the profound reality of living loved by God. This age-old story reveals how divine love reaches into our lives with grace, even when we feel unworthy. Through vivid imagery, we'll explore h...
Breaking Free from Counterfeit Comforts 05.02.2025 37:34
Send us Fan Mail Ever felt the pull of social media as a refuge from life's chaos, only to find it leaving you more disconnected? We've been there too. Join us, as we share our personal journeys of navigating the distractions and counterfeit comforts in a world that often feels daunting. We open up about the challenges of living in a Genesis 3 world and uncover how seemingly positive act...
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