The Rise Up & Radiate Podcast- Confidence, Soul Care, Transformation

This month we’ve been talking about freedom — freedom from what has been mastering you, freedom from cycles that keep you stuck, freedom from trying to satisfy your soul outside of Jesus. In this Soul Respite, we slow down and let Psalm 107 remind us that God doesn’t just promise freedom — He delivers it. Every cry for help in this Psalm is met with rescue. Every chain is broken. Every storm is ca...

In this powerful Soul Care episode, Ivory dives deep into Galatians 5:13 and 1 Corinthians 6:12 to explore what may be secretly “mastering” your soul. She shares how fear, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and lies from the enemy can enslave us — and how Jesus came to set us free. (If you missed this month’s Soul Reset episode, I highly recommend listening to it first — it beautifully sets the stage fo...

In this Soul Reset, Ivory invites listeners to breathe deeply, pause, and step into the freedom they were called to live in. Rooted in Galatians 5:13, this episode challenges us to look honestly at the patterns, habits, and false satisfactions that keep us in bondage — and then bring them to Jesus for healing. Ivory gently reminds us that Jesus came so we could live free, not stuck in shame or sel...

When the valley feels long and your energy feels low, movement can become prayer-in-motion. In this conversation, Christian fitness coach and Precision Nutrition coach Shaela Daugherty shares how God met her in postpartum darkness, why “let little be enough” can break shame off your workouts, and how training for your calling helps you show up for your family, ministry, and mission—without the hus...

In this bonus episode, Ivory shares something close to her heart—the brand-new Radiate Soul Care Program. This 6-session spirit-led journey is designed to help you heal deep soul wounds, break strongholds, and step into the freedom, wholeness, and confidence God created you for. Ivory opens up about her own journey from hopelessness to healing and why she created this program for women ready for l...

If you’ve been craving comfort from the God who binds up wounds and restores—this Soul Respite is here to hold you. This month on the podcast we've talked about how He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds, and today we pause to rest in why we can believe for that healing: because the same God who heals is the One who protects. As you listen to Psalm 91 in different translations, let H...

You don’t have to live with the pain you’ve been carrying. In this Soul Care episode, we confront the truth: the enemy often uses your deepest wounds to plant lies and keep you stuck—but Jesus came to heal, restore, and make you whole. Through Scripture, Hebrew word studies, prayer, and guided reflection, you’ll learn how to bring your broken places to the Healer, stop the bleeding in your soul, a...

He heals the brokenhearted. He binds up their wounds. If your soul feels heavy or your heart has ever felt fractured, this Soul Reset is your holy invitation to stop carrying what’s been breaking you and let Jesus restore what may feel lost. In just a few minutes, we’ll breathe, pause, unpack the promises in Psalm 147:3 and 1 Peter 5:7, and release our cares to the One who heals with deep, persona...

In this powerful and deeply vulnerable conversation, Tiffany Sullivan joins Ivory to share her journey from shame, soul wounds, and same-sex attraction into restoration, healing, and true identity in Christ. From childhood struggles with depression, self-harm, and perfectionism to wrestling with sexuality and spiritual warfare, Tiffany’s story reminds us that no one is too far gone for God to rede...

If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling, stressed, or soul-weary because your hope is tangled up in your timeline, your finances, your health, your relationships (or lack thereof)—or just trying to hold it all together— this one’s for you . In this special Soul Care episode, Ivory Granger pulls back the curtain on a very real and raw personal moment—how a summer mountain trip, a little chaos, and...

In this Soul Respite, we pause, breathe, and sink deep into the life-giving truth of John 15 . This passage is a love letter from Jesus to the weary soul—a reminder that we were never meant to do life apart from Him. Ivory reads through the chapter in multiple translations, allowing the Word to wash over you like healing rain. Whether you’re in a season of pruning, fruitfulness, or simply holding...

In this Soul Reset, Ivory invites you into a sacred pause to reflect on the ache of deferred hope and where you’ve been anchoring your heart. When we place our hope in people, outcomes, or timelines instead of Jesus, discouragement and disappointment become heavy burdens we were never meant to carry This short, powerful episode reminds you that hope misplaced can make the heart sick—but hope ancho...

In this raw and hope-filled episode, Ivory welcomes Dr. Monique Starling—licensed mental health counselor and certified trauma professional—for a powerful conversation on navigating depression, embracing therapy, and trusting God in the midst of deep emotional pain. Dr. Monique shares her personal story of walking through a four-year battle with depression while studying to become a therapist. Tog...

In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Ivory sits down with her dear friend Olivia De La Rosa—a passionate second-grade teacher, big sister, and visionary educator with a God-sized dream. Olivia vulnerably shares how she’s navigating the tension between the dream God planted in her heart and the reality that doesn’t yet match what she imagined. Together, they dive into what it looks like to wal...

Take a sacred pause. In this Soul Respite episode, you're invited to slow down and rest in the timeless truth of Psalm 23, gently read in various Bible translations. This is not a teaching or a sermon. It is a holy space—an invitation to inhale peace and exhale pressure. Let the Word of God meet you wherever you are: weary, wandering, or simply needing to be reminded that you are never without a S...

In this Soul Reset, Ivory walks us through a powerful, Spirit-led reflection on Joshua 1:6–9. If you’ve been standing on the edge of breakthrough but feeling overwhelmed by fear, uncertainty, or pressure—this one’s for you. God didn’t ask Joshua to feel strong and courageous—He commanded it. And He gives us the same divine invitation: to walk boldly into our purpose, grounded in His Word, and anch...

Have you ever found yourself in a place where you know God is good, but your heart is struggling to believe it? In this deeply personal solo episode, Ivory shares what the Lord is teaching her in a season marked by physical weakness, spiritual wrestling, and the invitation to yield everything—her plans, her health, and even her ministry—back to Him. From struggling to sing “The Goodness of God” at...

In this powerful 5-minute soul reset, Ivory takes us to Luke 8 and the story of Jairus—a father who dared to believe Jesus could save his dying daughter. But what happens when hope is met with heartbreak? When the miracle feels delayed… or denied? This episode speaks to the heart that’s weary, the person who's moved in faith but now sits in the silence of a prayer that hasn't yet been answered. Wi...

What is a "Respite"? A respite is a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant. And let’s be real—life can be a lot . There are days when your soul feels heavy, your mind is tired, and your heart is in desperate need of peace. That’s where these Soul Respites come in. This is your sacred pause. A gentle invitation to slow down. A moment to breathe in God’s presence and e...

In this heart-stirring conversation, I sit down with my dear friend Ashley Hawk to explore the transformation that happens in the dark places of our lives. Ashley vulnerably shares about a season marked by overwhelm, spiritual depletion, and her fumbling around in the dark—and how it became the turning point that birthed a deeper faith, vision, and voice within her. Together, we reflect on the pow...

Have you ever felt overlooked? Like you’ve been faithful, holding onto God’s promises, but nothing seems to be shifting? In today’s episode, we dive into Genesis 41:9-14 , where Joseph—once forgotten in prison—is suddenly remembered at the right time. His story reminds us that God is always working behind the scenes and that when He moves, things happen quickly. If you’ve ever struggled with waiti...

Grief can feel like an unbearable weight, but even in the darkest moments, God’s goodness remains. In this deeply moving episode, I sit down again with my friend Stacey Bartlett, a wife, mother, criminal defense attorney, and woman of faith, as she shares her journey through unimaginable loss. How do you hold onto faith when life shatters? How do you move forward when grief tries to paralyze you?...

Have you ever felt like everything depends on you? The pressure to succeed, prove yourself, and make things happen can be overwhelming. But what if you were never meant to carry that weight? In this Soul Reset, we’re talking about the difference between ownership and stewardship—how shifting from striving to trusting sets us free from stress, overwhelm, and discouragement. This is for you if... Yo...

What happens when your fresh start doesn’t go as planned? You set big goals, you’re motivated… and then life happens. Maybe you hit an unexpected obstacle, faced a setback, or lost momentum. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, I’m keeping it real about my own unexpected detours—from a messy podcast launch to a major health flare—and what I learned about adjusting instead of quitt...

In today’s quick Soul Reset, we focus on breaking free from the world’s labels and aligning ourselves with God’s truth. Drawing inspiration from Genesis 11:30, we reflect on Sarah's story—once labeled infertile but ultimately appointed as the mother of God’s chosen people. Labels that feel like facts in our lives often hold no weight in God’s kingdom. This reset challenges us to live by faith, not...