The Wounds Of The Faithful

We have a fantastic lady for you on the show today! Christina Foxwell is here to tell her powerful story of her healing journey from domestic violence. She is talking about her new book, Glass Angel as well. Join me for a delightful conversation Down Under! Transcript below! Biography I am a HUMAN one who is passionate about People and the impact they have in their own life and their world. I beli...

We have my former music mentor on the show with us, Dr Naima Bush. She's coming to talk about her new song Swept Away, and telling us about all her trials and adventures the last 2 years. She also shares her upbringing, her harrowing tale of an abusive boyfriend, and her wonderful music ministry. We will get to hear her music at the end of the show, so be sure to stick round! www.ministryofnaima.c...

I had an entertaining and humorous conversation with Michael Jaquith, filled with valuable advice from his personal experiences. Michael tells his raw story of growing up in an abusive home, navigating the fallout from it, his conversion to Christ, and raising a family. He gives fresh perspective on how men can gain victory over addictions and live an abundant life in Christ. You will enjoy this i...

We are having a great time during our Bible Study series. This week my guest is Jake Doberenz from Creatively Christian Podcast and Theophany Media. Jake is known for finding the humor in everyday life, and even in difficult passages in Scripture. He loves to study the writings of Paul, passionate about exploring the depths of Scripture, and loves to snuggle up with his wife and cats on the couch....

It's our 100th episode of the podcast! We have Pastor Mark Sowersby back on the podcast to celebrate! We are continuing on our series on How To Study The Bible For Abuse Survivors. Mark knows first hand what it's like to suffer horrible abuse and find his way back to God. We heard his story back on episode 11. He has inspiring and encouraging advice for your journey in reading the Bible and connec...

Welcome back to Part 4 of our series on How To Study The Bible For Abuse Survivors! Pastor Jason Harris is back on the podcast from Cairns, Australia! He and his Mom, Joy Harris, told their survival story of abuse on Episode 57 and 58. One of the reasons survivors stop reading the Bible, is that certain verses trigger them. Jason knows first hand what that's like, and he is going to show you how t...

We have another fantastic episode for you for our series on How Study The Bible For Abuse Survivors. We have back on the show, theology and ethics professor, and founder of Mending the Soul Ministries, Dr Steven Tracy! He updates us on what exciting things the Lord has been doing this past year with the ministry. He offers valuable insights into what the Bible really says about abuse, and helpful...

We are back with Part 2 of our series on "How To Study The Bible For Abuse Survivors"! We have back on the show, none other than XtianNinja himself, Pastor Al Descheneau! He's back to talk about all things Bible, answering questions like, What Bible translation do I pick amoung the dizzying array of choices!? How do we interpret the bible correctly without going to the dark side? How do we spot a...

We're starting our new series this week on how to study the bible for abuse survivors! This is such an important part of our healing, especially with spiritual abuse. I have invited trusted bible teachers to come on the podcast and give their best tips and advice on studying the bible for yourself. Paul Granger is our first honored guest, who will inspire you and encourage you to get started in Go...

Donna's husband was trying to kill her. He has attempted it before by throwing her down a flight of stairs. So you would expect that the pastor would provide her a safe place to stay, but he only offered to pray for her. Come follow her riveting story through dating, not seeing the red flags, a physically and emotionally abusive marriage, and finally finding real help from fellow Navy wives. Donna...

So you've heard of post traumatic stress disorder, but we're gonna find out what post traumatic growth is today. Agape Garcia is going to tell her powerful story of childhood survival, defying all odds, and protecting her child from her abusive husband. She describes how she has risen above her trauma, learned to deal with those triggers, and helps others to be their incredible selves! Transcript...

What are some other treatments for porn addiction when the standard methods aren't working? Is there hope for Christians who are stuck in the cycle of addiction and guilt? My Guest Isaiah Cruz is going to offer up some alternatives, sound advice and grace for a very common stronghold in today's world. Join us for a very informative conversation. Transcription included below! BIO: I am a board cert...

When you are faced with an unexpected pregnancy, it is hard to imagine what your future will be, or if God will ever bless your life again. We have a returning guest, Suzanne Burns, sharing her story once again of how God has used the trials in her past to create a thriving ministry. She updates us on the new trauma informed trainings she has developed. She also has a new Christian Fantasy Book Se...

We are continuing this week talking about job loss, lessons learned the hard way, and sisterly advice sprinkled in along the way-in no particular order! I have lots of personal stories in this episode, such as, why Brian loves our new Instapot so much. I share the one rule you should never break at work, no matter what industry you are in. I hand out heaps of healthy coping skills, tips for creati...

Have you lost your job? Are you dealing with the uncertainty and anxiety that comes with it? This will not be a how-to episode as much as it is a sharing of my own personal experience right now. I talk about the emotions of losing my job, dealing with the financial struggles, filing for unemployment benefits and unaffordable healthcare. The challenges of looking for a new job can be daunting after...

Can a survivor actually thrive after abuse? Will I ever feel "safe"? What about those emotional triggers I keep getting? We will tackle these tough questions with my guest this week Karen Robinson, who is a Trauma Recovery Expert and CEO of Heal Thrive Dream. She shares her own personal story of abuse, a suicide attempt, and her faith that brought her through. We discuss the different techniques u...

There are lots of problems that can come up in a marriage relationship. What is the common denominator of them all? My guest Felice Mathieu is going to share the answer to that question and what we can do to overcome it. Felice experienced some horrifying trauma when he was orphaned as a child and has longed for a family again. As a marriage counselor and a substance abuse counselor, he offers a f...

We have a musical treat for you today with my guest Dave Combs! Music has so much power in healing your body, your mind, and soul in whatever trauma you've experienced. Dave tells the story of how his original song, "Rachel's Song" has touched the lives of countless people around the world. You are going to enjoy Dave's fascinating stories about his childhood, his songwriting, his touching letters...

What in the world is drum therapy? Is it the same as a drum lesson? Are drums effective as a healing tool? Are drums evil or ungodly? We will find out with my guest Dori Staehle, a Certified Drum Therapist! This is going to an informative and FUN interview as we hear her amazing story of healing from a traumatic accident, and how she has helped people improve their health and lives! My husband Bri...

We have Part 2 of my guest Victoria Cuore's riveting story! This week we cover her abuser's drug addictions, affairs, and continued violence towards her and her daughter. She believes her faith in God kept her alive through the abuse and gave her hope to go on in the darkest hours. She shares when she was finally able to fight back against the monster and finally be free from him forever. Victoria...

How do you protect your unborn child from her father who is bent on killing her-and beating you within an inch of your life? Today we'll meet Victoria Cuore, who has had over 100 surgeries to repair the damage from her abusive marriage. She shares how she met him on the rebound after a breakup, and how he used mind games to get her to quickly marry a man she was not in love with. She had to make a...

We have a wonderful guest today, Stephanie Olson, from Set Me Free Project! We talked about growing up in a home as a bi-racial child, neglect from her father, her struggles with alcoholism, and an abusive marriage. She is very candid about the pain and self blame from her 3 miscarriages she suffered. We dive into her non profit ministry to prevent sex trafficking and providing resources for abuse...

Get out your sleeping bags, grab a favorite snack and beverage, and gather 'round for a virtual slumber party with my guest Brenna Covelens. We are having a girl talk session, 2 gals chatting about our dating experiences, where no topic is off limits or taboo. We covered stuff like boundaries, sex ed, fleshly desires, listening to the Holy Spirit's voice, and choosing to live for God. There is lot...

We have a a perfect episode for Mother's Day week. I have my special guest Melissa Reilly here to give us some valuable advice on how to raise our kids when our mother is not present. It doesn't matter if we are missing our mom from either estrangement, death, or living far away. Raising kids without your Mom is difficult. Melissa shares with us her stories of her childhood filled with traumatic l...

We have a delightful and brave guest, Saroya Brown, on the show this week. She was an orphan and was homeless for 2 years, survived cancer 3 times, and suffered numerous abuses. She talks about the ugly process of healing: spiritually, physically, and mentally-And then about the hope on the other side! She is a strong lady. You don't want to miss her story! Biography: Have a diagnosis of Borderlin...