The Love Offering

We all long for relationships that are life-giving and joyful—but too often, they leave us feeling stuck, frustrated, or even broken. If you’ve ever wondered w hy do I keep repeating the same patterns? Or, how  can I finally move forward in freedom? —you are not alone. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I had the incredible privilege of sitting down with Justin and Tris...

Do you ever feel like you’re not enough? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Love Offering Podcast , Rachael Adams is joined by Amber Albee Swenson—Bible teacher, podcast host, and author of The Key to Confidence: Where to Go When You Feel You're Not Enough . Amber opens up about her personal struggles with insecurity, body image, identity, and control—and how the Lord...

Have you ever wondered why God allows pain or if you’ll ever feel joy again? If you’re walking through grief, loss, or trauma—or love someone who is—you won’t want to miss this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast. I’m joined by Kimberly Haar, a licensed professional counselor and marriage and family therapist with nearly two decades of experience,...

Have you ever wondered how to walk in victory when your heart feels heavy with defeat? On this week’s episode of The Love Offering podcast, I had the joy of interviewing Theresa M. Miller about her powerful six-week Bible study, The Posture of Victory: Finding True Peace Amidst Our Everyday Battles. Rooted in Psalm 63, this study is a heartfelt and practical guide to clinging to Christ throu...

“Am I good enough?” It’s a question so many of us whisper in the quiet moments—when the lights go out, the to-do list is unfinished, and our hearts ache with the weight of not measuring up. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I’m joined by Bethany Broderick, author of P erfected: Ditching Perfection & Receiving God’s Grace in the Midst of Our Mess. In th...

Have you ever felt like you're falling behind in life? Like everyone else is getting married, starting families, launching ministries, or stepping into their callings—while you’re still waiting? If so, you are not alone. And more importantly, you’re not too late . This week on The Love Offering podcast, I had the joy of speaking with Rebecca George about her new book, You’r...

Have you ever found yourself clinging tightly to control, only to feel even more out of control? I recently had the opportunity to interview a guest who asked a powerful question: “What if I can’t let go?” It’s a question that resonates with so many of us. We long to live fully and freely, but fear, insecurity, and the weight of comparison hold us back. We think holding on...

Nothing truly prepares you for the pain of losing your husband. It changes everything—your daily rhythm, your sense of security, your future. If you—or someone you love—is walking the path of widowhood, I want to gently introduce a resource that offers comfort and strength in the midst of heartbreak. In this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast, I’m sharing abo...

Have you ever hesitated, wondering, Was that really God? You're not alone. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I'm joined by Abby McDonald to talk about her latest book, Surrendering Certainty: Hearing God Today by Letting Go of Tomorrow . In our conversation, we explore a powerful truth—God's voice wasn't meant to predict the future, but to guide us in peace today. If you've ever longed...

If you’re parenting a teen boy, you already know—these years can feel like an emotional roller coaster. There are moments of joy, but also confusion, frustration, and heartache. You want to guide your son, love him well, and point him to Jesus—but some days, you honestly don’t know what to do. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I’m joined by Brooke McGlothlin, au...

Have you ever found yourself thinking... “It’s all been done.” “What if I start and fail?” “What if my voice doesn’t matter?” “What if it’s already too late?” If so, you're not alone—and this week’s episode of The Love Offering podcast is one you can’t miss. I had the absolute joy of sitting down with author and sp...

Have you ever caught yourself saying, “I’ll do that someday…”? Too often we let the days slip by—some feeling mundane, others overwhelming. But what if today wasn’t just something to survive or check off the calendar? What if today was a verb—an invitation to act, embrace, and fully live? On this week’s episode of The Love Offering podcast , I&rsquo...

Have you ever felt unseen or overlooked? Maybe you’ve wondered if anyone notices your efforts, your heart, or even your presence. If so, you are not alone. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I had the joy of talking with Mary DeMuth about her newest book, The Most Overlooked Women of the Bible . In our conversation, Mary tenderly reminds us that feeling unseen is not a new struggle...

If you're parenting a teen daughter—or love someone who is—you know the roller coaster of emotions, shifting dynamics, and daily uncertainties that come with these years.   This week on The Love Offering Podcast, I'm joined by Stacey Thacker to talk about her powerful book, Praying for Teen Girls: Partner with God for the Heart of Your Daughter.   Stacey knows firsthand how c...

If you’ve ever laid your head down at night wondering,  “Am I even doing this right?” —this episode is for you. This week on The Love Offering Podcast, I’m joined by fellow mom and friend Hallie Dye , author of You’re Still a Good Mom . In a world that glorifies perfection and filters out the mess, Hallie offers us something far more meaningful: grace. Toge...

Have you ever found yourself craving honest, soul-deep connection—with others, with your community, and with God—but not quite knowing how to get there?   On this week's episode of The Love Offering Podcast , I had the privilege of talking with Tom Bennardo , author of Open-Hearted People, Soul-Connected Church: How Courageous Authenticity Can Transform Your Relationships, Your Co...

If you’ve ever felt torn between the demands of home and the dreams in your heart, this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast is just for you. I’m so excited to share my conversation with Rebekah Scott —a dynamic entrepreneur, designer, wife, mom, and fellow podcaster. In this encouraging episode, Rebekah invites us to consider work-life harmony over balance and remin...

Have you ever found yourself stuck in the same painful patterns—wondering if things will ever change or if something’s wrong with you? If so, you are not alone. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I had the honor of interviewing bestselling author Tori Hope Petersen about her powerful new book, Breaking the Patterns That Break You . Tori vulnerably shares her journey of healing and...

Have you ever found yourself wrestling with questions about your faith? Wondering if God is still near, still listening, still good? If so, I want you to know that you’re not alone. This week on The Love Offering podcast, I talked with Niki Hardy about her book, God, Can We Chat? It’s an honest, refreshing, and grace-filled invitation to bring our doubts and questions to God—with...

What if you truly believed—deep in your heart—that you are seen, heard, known, and deeply loved by God? What if you could stand firm in your identity as His daughter, free from fear and doubt?   This week on The Love Offering Podcast , I had the joy of talking with Amy Seiffert, author of Your Name is Daughter . Amy reminds us that Jesus befriended, defended, healed, and depended...

Marriage is hard work—but does it have to feel  so hard? Many people believe that marriage is just about surviving, that the spark inevitably fades, or that tension and conflict are just part of the deal. But what if marriage isn’t meant to drain us, but to bless us? This week on The Love Offering Podcast , I had the joy of talking with Arlene Pellicane, author of Making Marriage...

Some days feel heavy. Some moments leave us wondering how to keep going. If you’ve ever longed for encouragement in the midst of life’s hardest moments, I have a special episode of The Love Offering for you. This week, I’m joined by therapist and bestselling author Aundi Kolber to discuss her latest book, Take What You Need: Soft Words for Hard Days . This beautiful collection of...

Have you ever felt completely exhausted—not just physically, but deep down in your bones? You try to get more sleep, drink more coffee, and power through, but nothing seems to shake the overwhelming fatigue. You’re not alone. This week on The Love Offering Podcast , I had the joy of talking with Hannah Keeley , America’s top Christian mom coach, about her book Mom Fog: 8 Steps to...

Have you ever found yourself wondering, Is this it? I thought life would get easier by now. I thought I’d have more figured out. Maybe you’ve been feeling off, struggling with fatigue, stress, or unexpected changes in your body and wondering—is this midlife, perimenopause, or something else entirely? This week on The Love Offering Podcast , I had the privilege of sitting down wit...

Have you ever walked away from a disagreement thinking,  “Why did I handle it that way?” You’re not alone. We’ve all experienced the regret, frustration, and heartache that conflict can bring. That’s why I’m so excited to share my latest episode of The Love Offering podcast with you. I was privileged to interview Donna Jones, author of Healthy Conflict, Pea...