The Graceful Warrior

  In this episode, Monica Hanson reflects on her journey with the Graceful Warrior Podcast, announcing its closure after four years. She shares her decision to focus on women's ministry and her church, emphasizing the importance of prayer and discernment in her life. Monica discusses new opportunities, including writing and creating merchandise, while encouraging listeners to stay connected and re...

Join Monica Hansen on the Graceful Warrior Podcast as she talks with Dr. Bill Senyard, a pastor and author of 12 books, about moving from knowing God's love to truly experiencing it. Discover how to overcome anxiety, shame, and loneliness through a transformative daily connection with God. Dr. Senyard shares his personal journey, practical tools like "The Dance" and "The Forgiving Path," and insig...

Summary In this episode of the Graceful Warrior podcast, host Monica Hansen engages with Joel Chanaca, a game warden turned author, discussing his journey into writing a Christian superhero graphic novel. The conversation explores themes of spiritual warfare, the importance of instilling values in youth, and the role of scripture in storytelling. Joel shares insights on creating relatable characte...

What if your most powerful evangelism tool isn't a tract or program, but simply a life so transformed by Christ that people can't help but ask what makes you different? In this episode, Monica challenges listeners to live transformed lives that naturally draw others to Jesus during this time when many are returning to church. Four Key Points: Build Genuine Relationships - Create authentic connecti...

Today, I sit down with Grammy-nominated Christian rapper DPB, who shares his "No Bad Days" philosophy, youth ministry insights, and how faith-based hip-hop is transforming Gen Z lives. From chart success to Bible school to healing America.   DPB has shared the stage with many great artists, including the legendary Bootsy Collins, Salt ‘n Pepa, Kool Moe Dee, Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, King, Coun...

In this episode, Monica examines a trending conversation about "Christian unity" and why biblical discernment must never take a back seat to the pursuit of unity. When spiritual teachers promote unity across doctrinal differences that affect the gospel itself, believers need the tools to test everything against Scripture. Key topics The Berean standard for testing teaching, fundamental differences...

Summary In this heartfelt address, Monica Hansen reflects on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, emphasizing the need for unity, prayer, and a steadfast commitment to truth in the face of adversity. She calls for a response rooted in love and grace, urging listeners to honor Charlie's legacy by continuing his mission of educating and mobilizing young people for conservative values and truth....

Discover how God designed your brain for spiritual victory. Behavioral neuroscientist Dr. Angela Deulen reveals the hard science behind Romans 12:2 - how prayer, meditation, and biblical thinking literally rewire neural pathways. Learn why the limbic system vs. prefrontal cortex battle determines your mental health, and how spiritual disciplines create measurable brain changes that can break gener...

Discover how to recognize when unclean spirits target you through chaos and learn biblical strategies to remain connected to Jesus during spiritual attacks. 5 practical steps included.   In this powerful episode of The Graceful Warrior Podcast, Monica Hansen reveals how unclean spirits use chaos as camouflage to weaken our relationship with God. Learn the biblical difference between spiritual atta...

Join Monica Hansen and her guest, Cathy Garland, as they delve into the concepts of Spiritual Warfare and the right weapons. Key Takeaways: Cathy lists 3 weapons we have in our arsenal.  1. The Bible 2. Prayer 3. Fasting & Worship Get additional warrior training and connect with our community at thegracefulwarrior.com - your headquarters for living as a Graceful Warrior.   Connection Corner- A...

Discover surprising insights on the Biblical foundations of healing prayer . Learn how Jesus developed His prayer life  and understand the spiritual principles that unlock miraculous healing power in your own prayer ministry. Key Takeaways Prayer is a learned practice, not a special gift - Every biblical leader practiced prayer; there's no "gift of intercession," only the discipline of prayer Jesu...

From luxury real estate to life-saving missions: How Roger Wheeler feeds 30,000 starving souls in Zambia with biblical generosity." Core Content Summary Join hosts Monica Hansen and Pastor David Chotka in this powerful conversation with Roger Wheeler, a full-time Century 21 realtor who co-founded "Shoulder to Shoulder" - a transformative mission feeding over 30,000 malnourished people across 125 c...

🔥 Why healing prayer fails & when miracles happen - raw truth about unanswered prayers revealed Core Content Summary Join hosts Monica Hansen and Pastor Dr. David Chotka for a powerful deep dive into healing prayer that challenges everything you thought you knew. This isn't your typical "name it and claim it" teaching - it's honest, biblical, and life-changing. What You'll Discover:😮 The "Al...

Join me as I dive deep into the unbelievable faith secrets behind the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' creator – can I unravel the mystery? Join Monica Hansen on The Graceful Warrior Podcast as she interviews Howard "Quiggly" Chang, the legendary toy concept artist behind iconic action figures including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Trek toys, and McDonald's Happy Meal collectibles. In this powe...

When Monica Hansen's family received the devastating news that she was dying in a car accident, they did the only thing they knew to do—pray. What happened next defied medical explanation and changed lives forever. Join Monica and Dr. David Chotka on the Graceful Warrior Podcast as they share extraordinary testimonies of healing prayer, miraculous recoveries, and the transformative power of faith...

Former commercial banker Andy Keusal reveals the shocking truth about America's money system that even bankers are afraid to discuss. After 20 years in banking and training commercial bankers nationwide, Keusal discovered that our currency violates biblical principles of honest weights and measures. He courageously left his secure banking career to educate Christians about why our paper money isn'...

Join Monica Hansen and Pastor David Chotka on the Graceful Warrior podcast as Pastor David shares his incredible love story of divine appointments and God's orchestration in finding his soulmate. Discover how authentic Christian bonding happens when God arranges circumstances beyond our control, leading two broken hearts to healing and lasting marriage. Learn the difference between worldly attract...

🎙️💥Ever wondered how a single legal decision can reshape society? In this episode, we dive into the cultural waves created by landmark Roe vs Wade changes. With a former TV executive turned pro-life advocate, Stuart Kellogg, They discuss the importance of educating the next generation about the pro-life position, the impact of the Roe v. Wade overturning, and the challenges faced in the pro-life...

🎙️🎙️🛡️⚔️Join us on the Graceful Warrior Podcast as we explore the profound insights of Dr. David Chotka and Monica Hansen on spiritual authority and the power of Jesus. Dive into the New Testament's teachings from Colossians and Ephesians, and discover the transformative journey of understanding spiritual warfare. This episode unravels scripture, offering listeners a chance to deepen their faith a...

👏😎Hey there, Graceful Warriors! I’m Monica Hansen, joined by Pastor David Chotka, and today we’re diving into the loneliness epidemic with our energy filled guest, Pastor Jake Thurston from South Dakota. From cheesy Mount Rushmore photo ops to the deep need for spiritual connection, Jake drops wisdom bombs on why we’re wired for community. Expect laughs, relatable stories—and pickleball, anyone?...

Still Curious about the mystery of the unpardonable sin? In this gripping second part of a two-part series, join hosts Monica Hansen and Dr. David Chotka on the Graceful Warrior Podcast. What does it truly mean to blaspheme the Holy Spirit, and how does it impact forgiveness and faith? Explore the role of repentance, the power of community support, and the risks of misjudging the Spirit’s work in...

Join host Monica Hansen and co-host Pastor David Chotka on the Graceful Warrior Podcast for a vibrant conversation that ignites faith and empowers bold living for Christ! In this episode, they welcome Miracle Sims, the dynamic host of the God, Sex, and Love podcast, who shares her inspiring journey of faith, creativity, and purpose. From her miraculous birth story to creating a platform that tackl...

Join us in this insightful episode as we explore the journey of navigating single life as a Christian. Miracle Sims shares her personal experiences and the challenges she faced, offering encouragement and wisdom for those on a similar path. Tune in tomorrow for an engaging conversation that promises to inspire and uplift. Don't miss it! Join the Warrior Community:  *Subscribe for biblical spiritua...

Ever wondered about the mystery of the unpardonable sin? Join hosts Monica Hansen and Dr. David Chotka on the Graceful Warrior podcast, a top-rated show with over 3.8K downloads and ranked #2 in the Top 100 Indie Christian Podcasts on GoodPods in 2024 and 2025. With over 2K+ warriors listening, this episode dives into spiritual truths, exploring healing prayer, faith, and the cultural context of J...

Have you ever started a witness testimony over coffee and asked, ‘How are you?   Join hosts Monica Hansen and Dr. David Chotka on the Graceful Warrior Podcast as they interview Ravi David, a seasoned educator and mentor with deep expertise in cross-cultural ministry.   In this episode, Ravi explores the transformative power of mentorship, the essence of mission in both local and global contexts, a...