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In this episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod welcomes Jenny Randle for a meaningful conversation about the beauty and power of prayer. Jenny shares how slowing down helps us recognize God’s presence, and why intentionality matters in every spiritual discipline. She unpacks what it means to stay in constant conversation with God, to wait on His wisdom, and to cultivate stillness s...

In today’s heartfelt conversation, Carol McLeod and Heather O’Brien unpack the real and sometimes difficult journey of prayer. Together, they explore disappointment, long suffering, and the deep work God does in us as we keep showing up in faith. Through honest stories and biblical insight, they highlight the power of thanksgiving, the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and practical encouragement for n...

In this episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod teaches on the power of prayer; unpacking why those who pray are the ones who make the greatest impact. Carol also shares numerous biblical examples of faithful prayer, from Daniel in the lion’s den, to Jesus himself. This lesson invites listeners to rediscover prayer as a practice that brings growth, strength, and real change. Have a...

In this episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod invites you to step into the new year with purpose, joy, and wholehearted intention. Through personal stories and practical wisdom, she encourages you to stop shuffling through your days and instead choose how you respond to life’s challenges. You’ll be reminded that you are designed for joy, called to live fully for the unshakable kin...

In today’s Christmas teaching, Carol McLeod turns to the story of Anna, the prophetess who waited faithfully for God to move. Through Anna’s example, you’ll be encouraged to trust God in long seasons of silence, stay committed to prayer, and focus on the miraculous instead of the merely magical. This episode calls you to make space for Jesus in your everyday life and to see your disappointments as...

Welcome back for another Christmas episode of the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod! On today’s show Carol dives further into the Christmas story, exploring the role of John, Elizabeth, and the great joy of the season found in Christ’s coming. Key Takeaways Jesus has always been God’s plan. From Eden to Abraham, from David to Daniel, God’s rescue plan for humanity has always been Jesus....

Welcome to the month of December 2025 on the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod, where we’ll be unpacking the joy and miracle of Christmas!  On today’s show Carol explores the profound courage of Mary, the mother of Jesus, as she embraces her calling with faith and surrender. Looking at the first chapters of Luke we discover the power of finding our true home and rest in the purposes and...

In this episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod talks with author and former TV news anchor Jillian Benfield about finding grace in life’s complexities. Jillian shares her journey through faith, motherhood, and her son Anderson’s diagnosis with Down syndrome, revealing how gratitude and grief can coexist. Drawing from her book Overwhelmed and Grateful , she reflects on the power of...

In this episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod talks with bestselling author Lauraine Snelling and her co-writer Kiersti Giron about their partnership in creating inspiring Christian historical fiction. Together, they share the heart behind their novel Land of Dreams, a story set in frontier America that celebrates faith, courage, and new beginnings. Lauraine and Kiersti reflect on...

In this heartfelt episode of Significant Women Podcast , Carol McLeod welcomes Rachael Groll for an honest conversation about faith, obedience, and finding God’s direction in uncertain seasons. Rachael shares how the Lord led her through unexpected challenges and called her to deeper trust in His plan. With wisdom and authenticity, she reminds listeners that God’s voice is still speaking — and tha...

In this episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod invites listeners to experience Thanksgiving as more than a holiday. Gratitude is a posture of the heart. Through Scripture, personal stories, and practical wisdom, she explores how generosity, forgiveness, and worship can transform our celebrations and our lives. Carol challenges believers to see Thanksgiving as an opportunity to refl...

In this heartfelt episode of Significant Women , Carol welcomes author and speaker Heather O’Brien , whose story of resilience and faith will stir your heart. Heather shares how God met her in seasons of pain, pruning, and preparation—reminding us that His plans often unfold in hidden places. Together, Carol and Heather discuss surrender, obedience, and how to keep saying “yes” to Jesus even when...

In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with Rebecca George to talk about how faith grows through life’s hardest seasons. Rebecca shares how her mother’s battle with cancer deepened her relationship with Jesus, what she learned in seasons of waiting for marriage and motherhood, and how she’s learned to guard her heart against comparison. With warmth and wisdom, Rebecca reminds us that our emoti...

On today’s episode of the podcast Carol McLeod talks with Rosann Coulon about her journey from family struggles and addiction to founding Leaving a Well Ministries. Rosann shares insights from her devotional 40 Days to God, My Father , emphasizing prayer, trust in God’s character, and finding purpose in pain. Tune in for your dose of encouragement. Connect with Rosann and order her book at https:/...

In this episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod sits down with worship leader, speaker, and author Myshel Wilkins. Myshel opens her heart about the pain of infertility and loss, sharing how worship became her anchor in the hardest moments. She talks about the influence of her childhood, the challenge of forgiving when it feels impossible, and the strength it takes to keep believing...

In this episode, Carol McLeod invites you to discover the transformative power of faith through the life and teachings of Paul found in Ephesians chapter 3. You’ll be encouraged to lean on prayer in trials, draw strength from the Holy Spirit, and root yourself in God’s love. Carol reminds you that His power within you is greater than you imagine, His abundance exceeds your expectations, and even i...

On this week’s episode , I have the joy of sitting down with Amber Albee Swenson, a woman whose passion for God’s Word and love for His people shines so brightly. Together, we talk about how to live faithfully in a culture that often feels confusing, what it means to stay rooted in truth, and the joy of finding your purpose in Christ. Amber shares her story with honesty and wisdom, and I know her...

On this episode of Significant Women , I had the privilege of talking with Dr. Juli Slattery about one of the most vulnerable areas of our lives—sexuality. Juli shares how our culture has distorted God’s design for sex, and how women can find healing and freedom by anchoring their identity in Christ. This conversation is filled with grace, wisdom, and hope for every woman who longs to honor God wi...

On this episode of Significant Women , I have the absolute joy of sitting down with my dear friend, D’Lytha Myers. D’Lytha’s story is one of courage, surrender, and an unshakable trust in God’s faithfulness. From unexpected detours to God’s surprising provisions, her journey will encourage you to keep saying “yes” to the Lord no matter what season you are in. You’ll walk away inspired to hold onto...

Are you weary, overwhelmed, or running on empty? In this First Friday teaching, Carol McLeod dives into God’s Word to uncover how to face stress with peace and strength. Using lessons from King David, Gideon, Daniel, and Jesus’ words in John 15, Carol encourages you to abide in Christ and discover that His yoke always fits well. You’ll be reminded that when you feel weary, the answer is to pursue...

On this week’s episode of Significant Women, I welcome my sister in the faith, Natalie Runion. Natalie is an author, pastor, and communicator with a passion for helping women walk in unity instead of comparison or competition. In our honest and heartfelt conversation, we talk about gossip, drama, friendship, and the hard reality that sometimes—even in the church—we don’t always like each other. Bu...

This week, I’m joined by my dear friend, Jenny Randle. Jenny is a wife, mom, Bible teacher, author, and creative who is passionate about helping believers encounter the power of the Holy Spirit in everyday life. From her family’s move to Amelia Island, to her own health struggles, to writing her fifth book The Promised Presence, Jenny shares how God’s Spirit meets us in weakness, sustains us in ha...

When life doesn’t look like we hoped, God’s Word still points us to joy. Today, Carole Leathem shares her hard-won story—from a pastor’s-wife life that unraveled through her husband’s mental health crisis to becoming a steady, grace-filled caregiver who clings to Jesus. You’ll hear how James 1 reshaped her questions from “Why me?” to “What now?” and how the God of all comfort meets us in the mess....

This week on Significant Women, I’m joined by my new friend, Kristen Strong—a gifted writer and woman of deep wisdom. Kristen and I dive into the subject of loneliness and the sacred gift of friendship. With heartfelt vulnerability and practical wisdom, she shares her personal story of navigating seasons of isolation, especially as a military wife, and how she learned to build community on purpose...

Welcome back to another First Friday episode of the Significant Women Podcast with Carol McLeod! On today’s episode Carol tackles loneliness, a problem faced by so many in our increasingly isolating culture. Through life experience and biblical wisdom Carol delivers a powerful encouragement to both embrace the gifts of solitude and proactively counter the despair of loneliness.   Order ‘Significan...