The Love Offering

Have you ever wondered how to rebuild your life after everything falls apart? Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a broken relationship, or an unexpected crisis, starting over can feel impossible. But what if God’s process for creation holds the key to navigating the chaos and finding new beginnings? On this week’s episode of The Love Offering podcast, I had the privilege of in...

Do you ever feel stuck in the same battles—facing fears, lies, temptations, and doubts—and wonder if you’ll ever overcome them? Do you feel like you’re in the fight alone? If so, you will not want to miss this week’s episode of The Love Offering podcast. I’m joined by Judy Dunagan, author of The Loudest Roar: Living in the Unshakable Victory of Christ . Judy kno...

Have you ever felt burdened, broken, or burned out? If so, you’re not alone. This week on  The Love Offering podcast, I had the joy of sitting down with bestselling author Asheritah Ciuciu to discuss her new book, Delighting in Jesus: Rhythms to Restore Joy When You Feel Burdened, Broken, or Burned Out. In our conversation, Asheritah shares how life’s challenges—family dynam...

This week on  The Love Offering podcast, I had the privilege of sitting with Annie Mayfield to talk about her heartfelt and life-changing book, U Matter . Annie’s journey is one so many of us can relate to—the endless striving to prove our worth, only to discover that our value was never tied to what we achieve. Annie shared how she spent years chasing accomplishments in sports, r...

Are you ready to take steps toward a healthier, happier, and more intentional life? This week on  The Love Offering podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome health coach and wellness expert Caroline Fausel to share insights from her new book, A Simply Healthy Life: Your Guide to Cultivating a Happy, Connected, and Intentional Life. In our conversation, Caroline opens up about her journey of dis...

What if I told you that love has a story? It’s bigger than you. It’s bigger than me. And it’s a story written just for you by the greatest storyteller of all time. This week on podcast, I had the incredible privilege of talking with Quina Aragon about her powerful new book, Love Has a Story . In our conversation, Quina shares how God, in His infinite love, has been writing a stor...

Motherhood is a gift—but let’s be honest, it’s also messy, exhausting, and sometimes overwhelming. In the midst of endless to-dos, tantrums, and sleepless nights, how do we hold on to the hope of the gospel and let it shape our motherhood? This week on The Love Offering podcast, I had the joy of speaking with Emily Jensen about her new book, Gospel Mom: The Grace of Christ for We...

The season of Advent is an invitation—an opportunity to slow down and notice, to slow down and take in the wonder and miracle of Jesus’ birth, to reflect and anticipate. This Christmas may look different than you had hoped or planned, but Jesus is still the same. He has not changed, and He has never let us go.   Erin H. Warren is joining us today to discuss her Advent Bible study,...

I’m so excited to share this special episode of The Love Offering Podcast with you! Today, I’m chatting with my friend Brooke McGlothlin from Million Praying Moms about my new book, Everyday Prayers for Love . As we talk, we dive into some of the core themes from the book, including: Why prayer is such a powerful tool for navigating the challenges of motherhood and life. How living out the fruit o...

Do you long to feel closer to God? Are you searching for a faith that's more than just going through the motions? Let’s be honest: we often feel distant from God. We spend a lot more time looking like we’re faithful than living out a life-giving relationship. Our souls ache from the lack of intimacy. Something is missing. We know life isn’t supposed to be this way. What we really want is to know G...

No marriage is perfect. But every marriage can get better. Do you feel like the spark is gone? Has a critical spirit invaded your marriage? Do you want more intimacy, but something is in the way? You could be suffering from the Perfection Infection.   The Perfection Infection happens when we cultivate unrealistic expectations of ourselves and our spouse, gradually leading to intimacy-killing behav...

Your emotions are not your enemy. They are a gift. Feelings are messy, and we all have different strategies for dealing with them—usually controlling, avoiding, or indulging them. But what if you allowed yourself to follow your feelings in prayer instead of trying to run from them? In today’s episode, Anjuli Paschall helps you move from being stuck in your feelings to a place of peace by: · Identi...

Are you tired of up-and-down feelings stealing your peace, sabotaging your relationships, and filling your mind with self-defeating thoughts? What if you had a proven emotional management tool to biblically respond to your feelings with compassion and clarity? Join us for today’s episode to discover three simple steps to manage emotions, reduce stress, improve decision-making, and grow closer to G...

Exhausted. Maxed Out. Running on Fumes. Bone-Tired. Drowning. We cannot go one day without hearing these words from friends, co-workers, family members, and sisters in Christ. No matter the season of life - college student, young mother, business executive, teacher, ministry leader, empty-nester, or retiree - we women long for margin, rest, and affirmation that all our efforts mean something. Does...

Could you take a break from cooking (and everything else) once a week? Not only is rest vital for your mind and body, but it’s good for your soul, too. God designed us to enter into Sabbath rest one day per week, but as you know, meals still need to be made. Your family still needs to be fed. Kathi Lipp is on the show, providing an easy-to-follow process for meal planning and prep so that we can e...

Life feeling out of control? Overwhelmed and need a break? Join us for a reset that will help you let go of what's not serving you, honor your limitations, and turn your gaze toward a God who loves who you.  We spend a lot of time looking down. Mostly at our phones. Sometimes at ourselves. The artificial blue light in our eyes makes us anxious about the world. It makes us chase trends that have no...

Have you been struggling to see God lately? Today's episode weaves biblical and historical stories from Jesus-followers turns our gaze again to the One who made us, loves us, and will never leave us. Join us as Jack Mooring chats about his book Portrait of God , in which he explores an attribute of God through a person in church history who radically experienced His nature. When our spiritual life...

Do your prayers resemble last-minute cries more than first-response chats? You’re not alone in calling out to God in life’s pitch-black moments and wondering if He’s listening. Rachel Wojo is on the show sharing the powerful secrets of the Bible's eleventh-hour pleas of men and women in her book Desperate Prayers. Each prayer is a simple three-word prayer that will deepen your trust and affirm you...

You are invited to embark on a journey toward greater service, lasting significance, and wholehearted delight—a life truly well lived! In this episode, bestselling author Sally Clarkson explores how God’s astounding grace empowers you to lead a joyful life loving and encouraging others. Drawing from her time in Oxford and years in ministry, she offers wisdom on the topics of discipleship, family,...

The storms of life can leave you feeling exhausted and weak. We need help when we feel stuck in our faith journey to realize our inner strength to navigate life's challenges. Pastor  Justin Kendrick  is on the show chatting about his book  How to Quiet a Hurricane.   Join us   to develop a spiritual resilience that propels you past your weariness and anxiety and into lasting peace.  In this ep...

In our fast-paced culture, plagued with burnout, stress, and chronic fatigue, we often find that we’re functioning out of emptiness. What would it be like to experience a truly lasting and regenerative fullness in our lives? In Soul Care , licensed counselor Debra Fileta shows you how Jesus’ life rhythms can guide you to true health and rest, teaching you how to live full rather than empty. Rooted...

In this episode, Shari Braendel discusses the concept of color analysis and how it can help women determine the colors that look best on them. She shares her personal journey in the fashion industry and how she felt called to bring fashion into the church. Shari also talks about the impact of fashion on women's confidence and self-esteem, and how it can be a tool for ministry. She highlights t...

Almost a third of Americans report anxiety symptoms, and according to PsychCentral, anxiety can create a "strong desire to control surroundings and other people." I've definitely seen this pattern's negative effects on my life and relationships, yet I've experienced the freedom of living—not by fear or unhealthy control, but by faith in a God who keeps his promises. Shannon P...

Show Notes: Cultivating Deeper Connections with Becky Harling The Secret to a More Joyful Life Might Surprise You. Relationships. It’s that simple. The more rooted your relationship with Christ and deeper your connection with others, the more your joy will increase. Those who have strong relationships live a happier and more fulfilled life. Becky Harling, co-founder of Harling Leadership, is on th...

Reimagining Who We Are and How We Relate The welcome of God changes everything. No one is a stranger to loneliness. Despite how social we are via text, chat, and notifications, we are far from being truly connected. We all want someone else to really see us and choose us for who we are. We want a place to finally fit in. But what if finding the right people or the right place is not the answer? Fr...