Bold Faith Now - Where Faith Meets Courage

In Episode 58 of the Bold Faith Now Podcast, Missy sits down with Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer, the co-authors of "Critical Dilemma: The Rise of Critical Theories and Social Justice Ideology—Implications for the Church and Society." They discuss the terms "wokeness," "critical theory," and "social justice ideology," examining their complex effects on Christ-followers and the broader culture. Neil an...

In Episode 57 of the Bold Faith Now Podcast, Missy talks with Beth Runkle, a military wife for over 25 years and author of "Another Move, God?: 30 Encouragements to Embrace Your Life as a Military Wife," to discuss the unique challenges and rewards of serving in military communities. Beth shares her journey, emphasizing the importance of recognizing God's placement in our lives to minister to thos...

Welcome to the Season 2 of the Bold Faith Now Podcast!  In this episode, Missy opens up about her faith journey, sharing how a friend's invitation to a Women of Faith conference was a turning point in her life. She encourages listeners to be bold in their faith and to obey the Holy Spirit's whispers, just as her friend did. As the podcast transitions from Tuesdays to Mondays, Missy expresses her g...

Have you ever felt the overwhelming presence of God's favor in your life, even during your darkest moments? In Episode 55 of the Bold Faith Now Podcast, Missy welcomes Carol Graham, a survivor of countless trials who never lost her faith in God. Carol shares her journey through extraordinary challenges, her powerful approach to prayer, and the profound impact of sharing personal stories. Through h...

How do you engage in meaningful conversations about faith and politics in today's polarized environment?  In Episode 54 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy sits down with Tim Muehlhoff, co-author with Sean McDowell of  "End the Stalemate: Move Past Cancel Culture to Meaningful Conversations," to discuss how to navigate the volatile landscape of faith, politics, and social issues while maintaining...

Are you ready to hear a courageous story of transformation and bold faith? One that involves renouncing your religion and becoming a Christ-follower? In Episode 53 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy is joined by author Kenza Haddock, a wife, mom, licensed professional counselor, and author of "The Ex-Muslim's Guide to Christianity," to share her extraordinary journey of renouncing Islam and embr...

Are you a widow trying to navigate the immense grief and challenges of widowhood while maintaining a bold faith in Jesus? Or maybe you know someone who has lost a husband, and you want nothing more than to take their pain away. In Episode 52 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy is joined by Sharon Engram and Lori Rohlinger, mother and daughter and two widows who have turned their profound loss int...

How do we prepare our high school seniors to thrive in college while maintaining a solid Christian faith? Do you know that 70-80% of high school students who enter college as Christians leave with little or no faith?  In Episode 51 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy welcomes Dr. Katherine Pasour, author of "Stay the Course: A Devotional Handbook to Survive and Thrive Your First Year of College a...

Have you ever wondered how faith can guide you through life's toughest challenges? In Episode 50 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy is joined by Joan C. Benson, the author of "His Gift" and co-author of four children's books. They discuss Joan's inspiring journey of writing a historical fiction novel based on her mother's life during the Great Depression and the powerful message of maintaining f...

Have you ever considered how your everyday habits might impact your body, mind, and spiritual well-being? In Episode 49 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy is joined by Susan Neal, author of "Twelve Ways to Age Gracefully: How to Look Younger and Feel Younger." Together, they discuss the essential aspects of maintaining physical and mental health as part of living a bold faith life. Susan shares...

*Listener Discretion Advised – This episode contains a discussion on sex abuse and children.* Have you ever felt a calling so strong that you couldn't resist following it, even if it meant making life-changing decisions? In Episode 48 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy talks with Melissa Heiland, founder of Beautiful Feet International. Melissa shares her incredible journey from working in pregn...

Have you ever experienced a moment when faith was your only hope, and it changed your life in unexpected ways? In Episode 47 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy sits down with Heather Wilber to discuss her book, "Never Will I Leave Thee, Never Will I Forsake Thee: A Mother's Testimony of Hope and Miracles." The book chronicles Heather's daughter Katelyn's miraculous survival despite being born wi...

Are you ready to live boldly for Jesus, even when life throws you a curve ball? In Episode 46 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy is joined by author and speaker Stacy Sanchez. Stacy's journey from being a teen mom to a grandparent raising her grandson reveals how faith can persevere through life's toughest challenges. Together, Stacy and Missy discuss the rising number of grandparents stepping i...

Are you ready to grow a joyful heart and live boldly for Jesus? In Episode 45 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy talks with author Karen Whiting about her recently published book, Growing a Joyful Heart . Karen shares her insights on choosing joy amid life's storms and unexpected challenges. She also reveals how God called her to write and how she lives a bold faith life by stepping out in obedi...

Have you ever faced a life-changing event that tested your faith? How do you navigate through unimaginable challenges and still find your purpose? In Episode 44 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy welcomes Lori Vober, who shares her incredible journey of overcoming a massive stroke at 29. Lori discusses her book, "Choices: When You Are Faced with a Challenge, What Choice Will You Make," emphasizi...

Have you ever faced a challenge that made your faith waver? How do you find the strength to overcome emotional bondage in tough times? In Episode 43 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy talks with Carolyn Dale Newell, author of "Faith that Walks on Water: Conquering Emotional Bondage with the Armor of God." Listen in as Carolyn opens up about her struggles and triumphs, including her brave recover...

Have you ever felt a tug in your heart to speak the name of Jesus boldly, regardless of the setting? In Episode 42 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, Missy sits down with Maureen Miller, a writer and speaker committed to living out her faith boldly. They discuss Maureen's journey from rock bottom to becoming an inspiring prayer warrior and bold voice for Jesus in her personal life and creative endeavo...

Have you ever felt stuck in life and needed a powerful push to reclaim your identity and purpose in Christ? In this episode, Missy talks with author Tracy Glass about her journey of healing and growth, sharing insights that have helped countless women break free from life's challenges and embrace their identity in Christ. Together, they discuss practical steps for creating new, godly habits and pa...

*Listener Discretion Advised – This episode contains a discussion on sex trafficking and children.* Have you ever wondered how the negative effects of social media and other societal pressures can impact our ability to live boldly in our faith? In this episode of "Bold Faith Now," Missy sits down with retired high school teacher and author Patty LaRoche to discuss the profound aspects of living a...

How can embracing simplicity and grounding principles transform your life in today's chaotic world? In Episode 39 of Bold Faith Now , Missy chats with Brenda Yoder, a counselor, speaker, and author of "Uncomplicated: Simple Secrets for a Compelling Life." Brenda shares insights from her unique life in an Amish Mennonite community and discusses how these experiences inspired her to write about virt...

Have you ever been in a situation where faith was the only thing that helped you get through a challenging journey you were on? In this episode of Bold Faith now, Missy sits down with Laurie Devernoe, author of Seeing Through\ the Darkness: The Incredible Story of How Losing My Sight Taught Me to See, to discuss the depths of sustaining faith through life's most challenging moments. Laurie shares...

How do you live out bold faith in everyday moments? In Episode 37 of "Bold Faith Now," Missy talks with Sharon Arpana Edwards, an inspiring author and woman of faith who has been a Christ-follower for almost 50 years. Sharon shares her incredible journey of faith, the power of prayer, and the small moments that add up to a life. Some of the highlights from the episode: 1. At just six years old, Sh...

How do you maintain strong faith when life's challenges seem overwhelming?  In Episode 36, Kiesha Pitter shares her incredible journey of living with sickle cell anemia and overcoming immense physical pain through the power of unwavering faith. Her story is a testament to the power of prayer, family support, and the profound belief in God. She discusses how the Holy Spirit inspired her to write he...

How can we cultivate a bold faith that shines brightly for Jesus in a world of challenges and uncertainties? In Episode 35 of Bold Faith Now, Missy sits down with  Cheryl Schuermann, author of the book "Farmhouse Devotions: God's Glory in the Ordinary," for an encouraging conversation on the power of faith and the journey to nurturing a strong spiritual foundation.  Cheryl shares her inspiration f...

How can our faith in Jesus help us navigate through the darkest of tragedies and inspire us to serve others with love and compassion? In Episode 34 of the Bold Faith Now podcast, my guest Sandra Julian Barker shares her powerful story of facing a sudden and tragic loss in her family. Despite the heartbreaking events, Sandra's unwavering faith in God's grace and purpose not only shines through but...