The Father's Business Podcast

Trust becomes our most powerful weapon in a world constantly whispering doubts about God's goodness. Sylvia Gunter's raw testimony of caring for her absent father during his final days reveals the complicated intersection of duty, disappointment, and divine purpose. "It doesn't feel like love, but I choose to trust." These words capture the essence of faith when circumstan...

What does it mean for your spirit to be truly alive? Drawing from the powerful truth in Romans 8:10-11, this devotional explores the transformative reality that if Christ dwells within you, your spirit lives because of His righteousness. We delve into how the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead now resides in believers, bringing life and awakening to every part of our being. The heart of t...

Have you ever found yourself triggered by something minor—a computer crash, an unanswered text—only to spiral into feelings of complete abandonment? Those disproportionate reactions often signal deeper wounds at work. In this episode, Elizabeth Gunter Powell and Kimberly Roddy discuss the abandonment wounds that we all carry to some degree. They delve into how these wounds shape our relationship w...

What happens when you understand your identity as a child of the "Father of Spirits"? Everything changes. Dive deep into a transformative exploration of how God relates to the innermost part of your being. Drawing from powerful scriptures in Hebrews, Numbers, and Revelation, this devotional guides you through understanding the profound connection between your spirit and your Creator. You...

What happens when you stop trying to earn God's love and simply receive it as His beloved child? In this stirring episode, Sylvia Gunter shares her profound journey from religious duty to intimate relationship with God as Father. "With the statement 'I am a beloved daughter of my loving Father,' everything in my heart settled," Sylvia reveals. "My identity crisis was...

Grace doesn't come naturally when we're dealing with difficult people. Those irritating individuals in our lives—the ones we sometimes call "grace growers"—test our patience and challenge our spiritual maturity in profound ways. This devotional explores a transformative biblical truth: our ability to love the irritating people around us directly reflects our love for God. Drawi...

Trust. Such a simple word, yet one that carries profound complexity in our spiritual lives. When life delivers uncertainty, disappointment, or pain, trust becomes the battleground where faith either withers or flourishes. We explore trust as "an active expectation of seeing God show up for you." Rather than listing religious duties, Jesus pointed to belief—or more accurately translated,...

Freedom isn't just a spiritual concept—it's the very purpose of Christ's sacrifice. "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free." But how many of us truly possess and live in this freedom?  The devotional unveils a profound truth: God isn't just concerned with getting you to heaven someday; He's actively working to develop character fruits and reveal hidden tr...

What happens when the very word "Father" triggers pain instead of comfort? For many, reconciling the image of God as Father with traumatic experiences of earthly fathers creates a profound spiritual struggle. This episode navigates the delicate terrain of father wounds with both gentleness and honesty. We acknowledge that many listeners bring experiences of neglect, absence, abuse, or ab...

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to meet Jesus face-to-face during His time on earth? Many of us have pondered this question, imagining the transformative experience of witnessing His miracles firsthand. The remarkable truth is that the same divine power that flowed through Christ's ministry two thousand years ago remains fully accessible to believers today. Open yourself to a dee...

What if your understanding of God as Father has been shaped more by wounds than by truth? In this deeply restorative episode, Elizabeth and Kimberly guide listeners through a profound exploration of how we view God and the ways our misconceptions limit our experience of His love. Drawing from personal experiences, including Sylvia Gunter's transformative journey from performance to belovednes...

Amidst the devastation of recent Texas hill country flooding, this heartfelt devotional emerges as a beacon of spiritual comfort and hope. We begin by acknowledging the profound loss many are experiencing – loved ones, homes, possessions, and livelihoods – while lifting up earnest prayers for victims, rescue workers, and those coordinating relief efforts. Drawing from Isaiah 61:1-3, we explore Jes...

What if the key to your freedom lies in letting go of what someone else did to you? Deep within us all are wounds waiting to be healed – perhaps from a parent who abandoned us, a friend who betrayed us, or even expectations of God that went unfulfilled. These hurts can silently poison our relationships, our joy, and our spiritual growth when left unaddressed. In this vulnerable conversation betwee...

What does it mean to be God's workmanship? Diving deep into Ephesians 2:10, this devotional invites you into a profound meditation on your divine design and purpose. The devotional addresses one of our deepest human questions – are we accidents or intentional creations? With gentle yet powerful assurance, we're reminded that each of us was specifically planned and crafted with divine pre...

What happens when our hearts operate from a place of abandonment rather than security in God's love? This episode delves into the concept of "living from an orphan heart" – that desperate longing to be attached to someone or something that will provide worth and security. The conversation explores the parable of the Prodigal Son through a fresh lens – not just as a story of rebellio...

Have you ever noticed how your worries seem to grow in the darkness of night? That universal experience sets the stage for this powerful devotional that transforms our understanding of God's presence in our lowest moments. Drawing from Isaiah 57:15, we explore the remarkable truth that the High and Exalted One who dwells in eternity doesn't just reside in heavenly realms—He specifically...

Whether your relationship with your father was beautiful, broken, or somewhere between, we all carry father wounds that shape how we experience love, security, and belonging. For some, the phrase "God is Father" brings immediate comfort; for others, it triggers confusion, distance, or even fear. What if understanding the Father heart of God could transform these broken places? In this se...

We were never meant to do life alone. In this new episode of The Father’s Business Podcast , Kimberly and Elizabeth open up about the kind of sacred community that strengthens us—not just in celebration, but in the middle of grief, questions, and life’s hardest places. Drawing from their 27 years of friendship, they share how true Christ-centered community is formed not through fixing or rescuing,...

Have you ever cried out to God and wondered if He was listening? The silence can be deafening when we're desperate for divine intervention in our darkest moments. Our devotional on Psalm 28 speaks directly to this universal human experience. Taking us on a journey through David's prayer—a man who worshiped God deeply yet wasn't afraid to express feelings of abandonment—we discover t...

When was the last time you truly rested? Not just collapsed from exhaustion, but experienced the kind of deep, soul-nourishing rest that leaves you transformed and strengthened? In this enlightening episode, we dive deep into the concept of "God-sized rest" and how it differs dramatically from our cultural understanding of taking a break. Exploring both Hebrew words for rest found in Scr...

What would change in your life if you knew, with absolute certainty, that you could not be defeated? This transformative question opens our exploration of Psalm 91, a scripture that reveals profound truths about divine protection and supernatural confidence. The psalm begins by establishing God's identity as the Most High, the Almighty, our refuge and fortress. This foundation of relationship...

In our fast-paced, externally-focused world, we often overlook the deepest part of ourselves - our human spirit. One of the most transformative biblical practices is blessing the human spirit. Though this concept might sound unfamiliar to many modern Christians, it's deeply rooted in Scripture and offers profound healing and restoration. While "blessing" gets casually tossed around...

What if you could see yourself through God's eyes? This transformative devotional unveils the profound truth that you are God's masterpiece—intentionally designed, deeply treasured, and carrying a divine purpose that transcends your imagination. Drawing from Ephesians 2:10, we discover that we aren't cosmic accidents or afterthoughts, but God's workmanship created in Christ Jes...

Navigating the complex landscape of spiritual warfare requires wisdom, discernment, and a solid foundation in Christ. Every believer faces it, but few know how to recognize when something is a spiritual attack versus life's natural hardships or God's refining work. We unpack the critical differences between spiritual warfare and other forms of struggle. Spiritual warfare often reveals it...

"Who am I when everything changes?" It's a question we rarely consider until we're faced with a significant life transition—a graduation, an empty nest, a career shift, a health diagnosis, or a relationship ending. These moments shake not just our circumstances, but often our very sense of identity. The conversation centers on Romans 8:15-17, which reminds us we are adopted chi...