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Send a text Sue Dismang returns with fresh insight into what she calls “fierce beauty” — the strength that flows from knowing we are fiercely loved by God. Drawing from scripture, Hebrew word studies, motherhood, and her years of ministry, Sue reminds us that God’s love (ḥesed) is relentless, restorative, and stronger than shame. With stories of children whose prayers sparked miracles, communities...

Send a text What does it really mean to live under an open heaven? In this conversation, Renee Tzur explains that sonship is more than a title—it’s a lifestyle of intimacy, consecration, and friendship with God. He shares how stepping into God’s presence isn’t just about asking for things but about cultivating daily relationship at the altar. Renee also unpacks the dangers of building “successful”...

Send a text In this eye-opening and thought provoking conversation, Rene Hardy sits down with missionary and hidden intercessor, Renee Zur, to talk about God’s heart for nations and the urgency of prayer in our time. From Uganda to England to Chicago to Southern Illinois, Renee shares his remarkable journey of being called by God to America, the dreams and divine appointments that brought him here...

Send a text This time, Rene sits with her friend, Jessica Holloman, for a conversation that blends honest struggle with stories of God’s hand at work in the waiting. Together, they explore what it means to believe God for good even when life doesn’t look the way we hoped. Jessica vulnerably shares her journey as a mother to her youngest son, Fennian, who was diagnosed with autism and once consider...

Send a text In this continued conversation with Christine Frasier, we lean in deeper to the winding, grace-filled journey of healing she’s walking. We talk about the serenity prayer—how its simple words carry deep truth when life feels anything but peaceful. We open up about those quiet moments when something random in your house, a phrase or object you weren’t even looking for, suddenly speaks st...

Send a text “We walk by faith, not by sight.” These words from 2 Corinthians 5:7 carry a different weight when you’re in the thick of it—when the road ahead is foggy, broken, and full of unknowns. In this soul-stirring conversation, Christine Frashier shares her journey of healing—not as a perfectly wrapped testimony, but as a living, breathing story of choosing faith in the middle of deep uncerta...

Send a text In this raw and wisdom-filled conversation, Mary Jo and I sit down to reflect on life, faith, and the fire we once carried when we were walking closely together. From the Word of God to surviving breast cancer—and everything in between—we dive deep into what it looks like to follow Jesus through real-life pain and redemption. Mary Jo opens up about the trauma of sexual abuse and the jo...

Send a text In this solo episode, I invite you into a quiet moment of reflection and prayer—an honest glimpse into my own walk with God. We talk about what it means to pursue a biblical Christianity, one that sometimes looks very different from what we see around us today. I read and reflect on Psalm 25 and Psalm 91, asking what it means to truly desire God’s ways and to trust Him as our deliverer...

Send a text In Part 2 of this honest and spirit-filled conversation, Rene and Kady return—this time leaning deeper into the heart of God and what it means to reflect His love and faithfulness, even toward those who come against us. Rene opens up vulnerably about the ongoing process of discovering who she truly is through God’s eyes. Drawing from a powerful message by Pastor Chad Everett, she refle...

Send a text What happens when two mom friends—usually buried in business tasks and group chats—finally sit down with no agenda, just open hearts and a mic? You get this episode. Rene and Kady Woodruff invite you into one of their realest and funniest conversations yet: part deep dive, part comedy, part holy ground. In between the laughter, they talk about the truth of who God is—how He gives His b...

Send a text In this special episode, the mic turns—Matt Woodruff takes the host seat, and Rene steps in as the guest to share the story behind the voice. What unfolds is a powerful, deeply honest journey through childhood pain, personal loss, rebellion, redemption, and the relentless grace of God. Rene opens up about growing up with her grandparents instead of her parents, losing her mother, and e...

Send a text In this vulnerable solo episode, Rene opens up her old journals and her heart. She takes us back to past entries—words once written in faith, now returned to her right when she needs it—showing how God gently leads us back to the truth we once believed. Through raw honesty and reflection, Rene talks about the faith it takes to hear from God, the courage it takes to confess hidden sins,...

Send a text In this deeply honest and spiritually rich episode, I sit down with my kingdom friend Theresa Fenton to talk about the faithfulness of God—both His toward us, and ours toward Him. Drawing from Psalm 139 and Psalm 140, we wrestle with the tension of loving God not for what He gives, but simply for who He is. What does it mean to remain faithful when the relationship feels weighty, when...

Send a text Is the Old Testament all about anger—or is there something more going on? In this episode, we sit down with Peyton Stephens to look at the “hard parts” of the Bible through fresh eyes. What we find isn’t a distant, angry God—but a God who keeps coming back. Again and again. With childlike honesty and deep insight, Peyton helps us see how the Old Testament is really a story of rescue, s...

Send a text In this inspiring and heartfelt conversation, Sue Dismang joins us to explore the beauty realm of Jesus—a place of love, tenderness, and divine provision. Together, we reflect on the approachable nature of God, the gentleness of Jesus, and what it truly means to need Him. So often we think God is disappointed in us, but what if He’s not mad—just waiting for us to come close? This episo...

Send a text What happens when the rhythm of worship changes, but the heartbeat of faith remains? In this tender conversation, Diane Kwezi invites us into the quiet strength of Ugandan faith—a place where prayer is as natural as breathing, and dependence on God is not a choice but a way of life. As she shares the culture shock of American church life, Diane calls us back to a deeper hunger for God’...

Send a text In this powerful and personal episode, we sit down with Matt Woodruff to hear his testimony of what it means to truly obey when God says “go.” Matt shares the raw journey of stepping out in faith, the importance of seeking prayer and support from others, and how to stay grounded in the Lord—even when faced with rejection or misunderstanding from people around you. This conversation is...

Send a text In Part 2 of my conversation with Kelli Leavens, we go even deeper. We talk about the value of wise counsel and how essential it is to surround ourselves with people who speak truth, especially when the things of God might seem foolish to the world around us. Kelli shares powerful encouragement about stepping out in obedience — even when it’s scary. Fear is a real thing, but it doesn’t...

Send a text In this episode, I sit down with Kelli Leavens for a deep and honest conversation about the church’s calling to equip the saints for the work of ministry and to build up the body of Christ. This isn’t just a message for pastors or leaders — it’s for all of us. Kelli shares her heart on what it looks like to reach the lost without judgment, and how we can love people right where they ar...

Send a text In this first episode, I sit down with two of my favorite people—my sons. With joy, honesty, and the kind of faith only kids can bring, they share their own stories of choosing Jesus. We talk about David and Goliath, Gideon, and the moments where God’s Word hit their hearts in real ways. It’s sweet. It’s full of truth. And it’s a reminder that God speaks—even through the little ones.