Southern Soul Chats

Join us for the kickoff of Season 4, where Leah Dyer co-hosts as we chat about the concept of "Light" and what it means to reflect and shine Jesus’ light in the world. In this episode, we’ll discuss the obstacles we face as believers when striving to be the "Light of the World" and how we can overcome them. We’ll also explore the importance of bearing fruit as followers of Christ, focusing on the...

Join us for the powerful season finale of our podcast as we sit down with the remarkable Catherine Martinez. In this deeply personal episode, Catherine courageously shares her journey—a story that will resonates with most of us. From teenage pregnancy and facing hardships head-on to grappling with the profound question of who God is, Catherine's story is one of prayer, faith, and redemption. She i...

Thanks for joining us for today's episode of 'From Chains to Change' as we sit down with Lauren Butler, whose life took a transformative turn while awaiting her transfer to prison. In this inspiring conversation, Lauren shares her journey of faith and redemption, revealing how she encountered Jesus during a challenging period in her life. Lauren's story serves as a testament to the possibility of...

In this gripping episode of Southern Soul Chats, we delve into the remarkable journey of Serap Loh, a courageous individual whose life story reads like a page-turning novel. Originally hailing from Turkey, Serap's life took an unexpected turn when she won the "Lottery" - not in the form of money, but a green card to America. Join us as Serap candidly shares her experiences  with anxiety, depressio...

In the compelling podcast episode, "A Life Transformed," we delve into the remarkable life story of Bryan Kelley, a man whose choices led to a fateful encounter that changed the course of his life forever. Bryan's journey is a powerful testament to the potential for transformation, forgiveness, and spiritual awakening, even in the most unlikely of places. At a young age, Bryan found himself caught...

Join us in this special part 2 flashback episode where we hear from Donnie and Heather Mosher who took their first steps with Christ, launching them into a journey of faith, joy, and hope. This couple is a  real-life example that  vividly illustrates how applying the teachings from our last 12 weeks in Season 3—where we explored who God is and His purpose for humanity—can transform lives. Witness...

Join us in this special flashback episode where we hear from Donnie and Heather Mosher who took their first steps with Christ, launching them into a journey of faith, joy, and hope. This couple is a  real-life example that  vividly illustrates how applying the teachings from our last 12 weeks in Season 3—where we explored who God is and His purpose for humanity—can transform lives. Witness how God...

In our Season 3 Finale of Southern Soul Chats , we are chatting about the quiet yet powerful way God speaks to us in “The Gardener’s Whisper.” Just as a gardener tends to each plant with care, God gently nurtures and guides us with His voice. This episode explores how we can recognize and discern God’s voice in our lives, the unique ways He communicates with us, and how cultivating an intimate rel...

In this episode of Southern Soul Chats , we are cahtting about the transformative truth of being "Grafted In" to the family of Christ. We explore what it means to be adopted into God’s family, moving from an identity shaped by our earthly backgrounds to one rooted in the eternal promises of God. Join us as we discuss how family shapes identity, both in the natural and spiritual sense, and how thro...

In this episode of Southern Soul Chats , we will be chatting about the transformative journey of becoming a new creation in Christ. Just as a we prune and prep a field or a garden after a season of care and nourishment, our souls can experience renewal and growth through a relationship with Jesus. Join us as we explore the biblical foundation of this transformation, the significance of living in c...

In this episode of "Living Water," we will chat about God's plan to redeem humanity after the fall of man. We'll explore two central issues that arose from humanity's fall: our sins and our old self. We’ll then discuss how God provided a solution for both through the saving and redeeming power of Christ's blood. Starting with a brief mention of the fall to set the stage, we’ll examine why these is...

Today we are chatting with our panel about the biblical concept of "flesh" and how it shapes our identities and behaviors. We explore the idea that our environments and experiences from birth mold us in unique ways, influenced by both spiritual and psychological factors. We'll discuss the insights of theorists who believed that our experiences significantly impact our development and examine bibli...

In this enlightening episode, join us as we delve into the profound consequences of the fall of humanity in Tangled in Weeds . Special guests Colin Dyer and Leah Dyer help us explore the metaphor of weeds in the Garden of Eden, illustrating how sin has spread and entangled every aspect of our lives. We'll discuss how the original act of disobedience by Adam and Eve planted the seeds of sin, leadin...

In this part 2 episode of Southern Soul Chats, we continue our journey between the two trees in Genesis: the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. Building on our previous discussion, we explore how to live our lives between these two symbolic choices. Join us as we recap the profound love shown through the trees and delve into the importance of wise choices. We discuss the...

In this part 1 of 2 episodes of Southern Soul Chats, Between Two Trees , our panel will journey through the biblical narrative of the two trees in Genesis: the Tree of Life and the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. These trees symbolize profound truths and choices that continue to impact humanity to this day. We start by exploring their first appearance in the Garden of Eden, examining what...

In this episode of Southern Soul Chats, titled "Planting Seeds," we delve into the profound purpose for which we were created: to glorify God. Join us as we explore what it means to express God's life and reflect His glory in our daily lives. We'll start by unpacking the concept of glory from a biblical perspective, discussing how Adam and Eve glorified God, and examining the mechanics of glorifyi...

In this weeks episode of Southern Soul Chats, titled " Digging Deep ," we explore the fundamental question: What are the needs of humanity? Join us as we delve into the nature of human needs, distinguishing between needs and wants, and understanding how we were created with these needs. This weeks panel, Leah Dyer, Debbie Edmondson, and Jeremy Ferguson, bring their rich insights and biblical persp...

In Episode 2 of Southern Soul Chats, titled " Tilling the Soil ," we're investigating a fundamental question: What is a person? Join us as we explore humanity's core identity as established by God, discussing why understanding who we are is crucial to how we live our lives. Our special guests, Leah Dyer, Debbie Edmondson, and Amy Tate, join the conversation, bringing rich insights and biblical per...

Welcome to Season 3 of Southern Soul Chats! In our premiere episode, "The Big G-O-D," we're diving deep into the essence of who God is. Join our host and special panel guests, Leah Dyer and Debbie Edmondson, as we explore rich scripture and profound insights about the nature of God. From His role as Creator and Eternal Being to His unconditional and transformative love, we’ll unpack what makes God...

Join us for the powerful season finale of our podcast as we sit down with the remarkable Catherine Martinez. In this deeply personal episode, Catherine courageously shares her journey—a story that will resonates with most of us. From teenage pregnancy and facing hardships head-on to grappling with the profound question of who God is, Catherine's story is one of prayer, faith, and redemption. She i...

Welcome to Episode 14 of Southern Soul Chats , where we dive deep into matters of the heart and spirit. In this enlightening episode titled Faith in Trials , our special guest Omotoye Makinde bravely opens up about her journey through seasons of adversity and unwavering faith. Join us as Omotoye candidly shares her experiences with infertility, navigating the heartbreak of miscarriages, and ultima...

Join us for a journey into the heart of Sabbath rest in this enlightening episode titled "Recharge Your Battery." Our special guest, Leah Dyer, chats with us through the timeless wisdom and practical applications of the Sabbath, inviting listeners to rediscover the beauty and significance of this sacred rhythm in our fast-paced lives. In this insightful conversation, Leah and Dr. Ferguson discuss...

In this second part of last weeks episode on our podcast Southern Soul Chats, we delve deep into the challenging realities of addiction, disorders, and marriage with the inspiring couple, Adrienne and Colin Dyer. Join us as we navigate through their journey of overcoming personal battles and breaking through the strongholds that once held them captive. Adrienne and Colin share their raw and unfilt...

In this powerful episode of our podcast Southern Soul Chats, we delve deep into the challenging realities of addiction, disorders, and marriage with the inspiring couple, Adrienne and Colin Dyer. Join us as we navigate through their journey of overcoming personal battles and breaking through the strongholds that once held them captive. Adrienne and Colin share their raw and unfiltered experiences,...

Trigger Warning : This content may contain sensitive topics. Discretion is advised. Not suitable for little ears. Join us for Episode 10, "Against All Odds," featuring the incredible story of Tanya Blumrick. Despite facing unimaginable grief and loss, Tanya shares her journey of wrestling with understanding and faith. There were moments when she felt utterly alone and even walked away from God. Ye...