Significant Women with Carol McLeod | Carol Mcleod Ministries

What if your heartbreak is not the end of your story? In this episode, Carol McLeod talks with Peace Amadi about the journey from brokenness to wholeness and the peace that comes from fully surrendering your heart to God. With compassion and wisdom, Peace shares practical encouragement for women navigating rejection, grief, and disappointment while learning to dream again. Join us for a conversati...

On today’s episode, Carol McLeod opens James chapter 1 and explores what it means to live a faith that is more than words. Through practical and challenging biblical wisdom, she encourages listeners to become quick to listen, slow to speak, and intentional about applying God’s Word in everyday life. Join Carol for a timely reminder that spiritual growth happens when we move beyond hearing truth an...

On today’s episode, Carol McLeod sits down with Cara Shine to discuss the transforming power of prayer, humility, and God’s relentless pursuit of the human heart. Cara’s story moves from deep fear and misunderstanding to healing, purpose, and renewed faith through unexpected encounters with Jesus. This conversation will encourage anyone who has wrestled with doubt, church hurt, or the feeling of b...

Friendship was never meant to be accidental. In this episode, Carol McLeod and Becky Harling explore what it looks like to build deeper, healthier relationships in a busy and distracted world. Join the conversation and be encouraged to invest in the kind of friendships that refresh the soul and point one another toward Jesus.   Order Friend-Wise: Practical Ideas for Richer Relationship at https://...

On today’s episode, Carol McLeod talks with Ash Ruddy about her journey of faith through unexpected challenges and the powerful story of her prematurely born son Michael. Ash shares what it looks like to trust God in moments of uncertainty, especially in the fragile early days of her son’s life. Her story offers a moving picture of resilience, hope, and the deep love of a mother shaped by faith. T...

What happens when worship becomes your response instead of fear or discouragement? In this episode, Carol McLeod shares biblical encouragement for anyone walking through difficult circumstances and longing for renewed faith and joy. Through the stories of Habakkuk, David, and Peter, she reminds listeners that joy is not rooted in circumstances but in the unchanging character of God.  Join us as we...

Listen in as Carol McLeod sits down with Karolyne Roberts for a heartfelt conversation about identity, faith, and learning to rest in God’s love. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to strive or questioned your purpose, this episode offers a gentle reminder of who you are in Christ. Join us and be encouraged to slow down, breathe, and embrace the beauty of simply being His.   Connect with Karolyne an...

On today’s episode, Carol McLeod talks with Shirley Mozena about her latest book Remembering Hannah, and her journey through love, loss, and the redemptive power of faith. Shirley shares how God met her in the midst of deep grief and how trust in Him opened the door to healing, forgiveness, and unexpected second chances. Through honest reflection, this conversation highlights the reality of suffer...

On today’s episode, Carol McLeod talks with Jodi Snowdon, offering hope for those walking through seasons of deep loss and unexpected pain. Jodi speaks into the moments when life feels interrupted and overwhelming, pointing to the quiet ways God meets us in grief and begins to restore what feels broken. Her words provide gentle encouragement for anyone struggling to process sorrow, find stability,...

On today’s episode, Carol McLeod talks with Shellie Rushing Tomlinson about cultivating a vibrant prayer life. Drawing from her book Don’t Try to Pray Like Her, Shellie addresses the pressure many believers feel to pray a certain way and how that can create distance rather than intimacy with God. She shares encouragement to approach prayer with honesty, simplicity, and confidence in God’s grace in...

Carol McLeod invites listeners into a teaching from the Word of God that examines how our faith is revealed in seasons of disappointment, heartache, and pain. Looking at the contrasting lives of Hannah and Penina in 1 Samuel, she unpacks how bitterness, comparison, and cultural influence can shape the heart, while a life anchored in prayer leads to healing, clarity, and spiritual strength. This ep...

On today’s episode, Carol McLeod talks with Ruth Schleppi-Verboom about Sunday Evenings with Joni, a collection of personal conversations with Joni Eareckson Tada. What began as simple moments of caregiving grew into meaningful discussions about faith, suffering, and God’s grace in everyday life. Ruth shares how these quiet Sunday evenings became a source of wisdom shaped by decades of perseveranc...

In this heartfelt episode of the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod, Carol sits down with Randy Frazee and Rozaanne Frazee to talk about marriage, ministry, and their shared passion for helping others fall in love with the Bible. Together, they reflect on decades of life and faith, offering practical insight into reading Scripture as one unified story of God’s love and weaving it into eve...

In this episode of Significant Women, Carol McLeod reconnects with her friend Susan VandePol to hear her story of love, loss, and faith. Susan shares the journey of walking through grief after her husband’s passing and how God’s presence sustained her through the hardest seasons. She opens up about community, prayer, and finding purpose even in pain. This conversation offers hope, comfort, and enc...

In this Good Friday episode of the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod, Carol invites you to reflect on the powerful moments of Jesus’ crucifixion and what they mean for your life today. As she walks through the darkness over the land, Jesus’ final words, and the tearing of the temple veil, you’ll be reminded that His sacrifice opened the way for you to come directly into God’s presence. T...

In this episode of Significant Women, Carol McLeod sits down with Jen Lilley of the Hallmark Channel for an honest conversation about faith, calling, and keeping eternity in view. Jen shares how she has learned to follow God wholeheartedly while building a career in Hollywood and opens up about family, purpose, and her new devotional Wake Up Your Faith . You will be reminded that you do not have t...

In this episode of Significant Women, Carol McLeod interviews Elena Huggins about her journey from Ukraine to the United States and the trials that reshaped her faith. Elena shares how a deeper understanding of Jesus at eighteen transformed her life, even as she later faced addiction in her marriage and mental health struggles, and explains why inviting God into pain is essential for healing and w...

On today’s show Carol McLeod welcomes back Blair Linne to dive into her journey through crippling anxiety and panic attacks. Blair shares how seasons of fear, trembling, and despair forced her to let go of quick fixes and lean fully into God. Blair’s story encourages listeners to face their struggles with God’s presence and discover the peace and awe that can come even in life’s most difficult val...

In this episode of Significant Women, Carol McLeod talks about the ‘blas,’ a quiet drift into mediocrity that sometimes affect us all. She reminds us that each day holds 1,440 minutes, a gift we are called to steward well, and explains how choosing joy and worship strengthens our spiritual and emotional health. Tune in for encouragement to live each day with purpose, gratitude, and praise. Have a...

In this moving episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod talks with Amber Smith about walking through deep grief after the loss of her son, River. Amber shares how tragedy reshaped her faith, strengthened her marriage, and led her to a deeper trust in Christ. She reflects on motherhood, the healing power of hope and community, and the journey that inspired her book The Girl on the Bat...

In this episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod welcomes Dr. Ward Sanford, author of the historical novel series Cry for Jerusalem . Dr. Sanford shares his journey from hydrologist to novelist and explains how the writings of Josephus bring the first-century world of Jesus and the early church to life. Their conversation highlights the vital role women played in the early church, th...

In this episode of the Significant Women Podcast , Carol McLeod shares a look at what it means to truly flourish. Using the picture of a garden, she reminds us that spiritual growth requires intentional care and that God desires for us to thrive and not to be worn down by discouragement. Carol talks about the importance of hiding ourselves in Christ, choosing how we respond to life’s challenges, a...

In this episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod talks with entrepreneur David Decker about faith, resilience, and living for what truly matters. David reflects on a Super Bowl experience that shaped his perspective on perseverance and purpose, and shares how servant leadership, strong relationships, and putting God first lead to real fulfillment. He also offers practical encourageme...

In this encouraging conversation, Carol McLeod welcomes author and speaker Debora M. Coty to discuss how faith, prayer, and intentional blessing can transform stressful seasons of life. Deb shares insights from her personal health journey and the heart behind her newest devotional, Bless Your Heart , which was inspired by Corrie ten Boom’s words on the power of blessing. Together, they explore pra...

On today’s episode, Carol McLeod and Christy Christopher explore the true nature of prayer as a living friendship with God rather than a religious obligation. They discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and strengthening our prayer life, why disappointment can arise when prayers feel unanswered, and how sincerity matters more than eloquence. Through Scripture, personal stories, and biblica...