Hi! So glad you are here. Every week we listen to stories of Bold Living in the Light of Rich Mercies, because stories that point to God's great mercies encourage us to live our own stories with boldness. We leave emboldened and inspired in our faith and walk with Jesus.
I'm so happy to share Monica Sullivan's story with you today. Like me, Monica is a military spouse. She has been married for 19 years and has 4 beautiful children. Today Monica and I have a candid conversations about all the ups and down of military life. It is a fun conversation! Join us!
Tammy Doci is my guest today on the podcast. As a college student, Tammy was among one of the first groups of Christians entering Albania after Communism collapsed. She went with CRU on a summer project and saw many people come to know Jesus. Later, she returned as an international missionary with CRU, where she ministered to college students, took the Jesus Film into Albanian villages, and fell in love with her husband, Bani, who became a Christian through a different CRU group much like Tammy'...
Fabiola Jara has worked with college students for over 20 years. Her heart full of love and faith shine so brightly in today's episode. You will be emboldened and encouraged to join God in His mission to share the good news of Jesus' salvation. Join us!
Carly has 3 children, all with different chronic illnesses. Parenting for her can be lonely and isolating, yet also overflowing with rewards. Today we chat about what she has learned about God, her favorite scriptures, and the tools she uses to maintain strength and perseverance. We are glad you are here! Join us!
God brings beauty from ashes and redeems the shattered parts of our lives. Rachel is living testament to this. She shares her story of betrayal and abandonment, and the pillars of healing God has used to redeem the brokenness. Join us!
When we feel the Holy Spirit's nudge, we have a choice. We can either say no, perhaps out of fear, intimidation, or a risk of the unknown, or, we can choose to say yes. And what if our yes leads to a rich harvest of grace and goodness? 7 years ago the Lord nudged Melissa Mitchell to begin ministering to refugees. She said yes, and a beautiful harvest followed. What began as a nudge has opened doors to care for many men, women and children through Walk With Me ministries. We are glad you are here...
Rachel grew up in a Muslim family in Indonesia. But one evening after dinner a business partner told Rachel about Jesus' love. Rachel heard Jesus' promise to always take care of her, and she followed Him. You will love this power-packed testimony. Join us!
Behind every foster child is a hurting, and often traumatized family. Stacy Mcdowell has had 13 foster kids in 4 years, and with each one her heart is focused on caring for the family and the child. Her sacrificial love is an inspiration.
I pray that the stories shared on the podcast this episode will serve to embolden your faith! Welcome to Season 4.
We are almost to the end of Season 3! Today we take a pause and look back on the faithfulness of God. We take the moment to look at a few of our favorite clips and words of hope. Then, if you have a few moments, look back on your own year and remember all of God's faithful goodness in your own life. We are glad you are here! Join us!
When Melinda's daughter came to her and told her she was having same sex attraction, Melinda said she wishes there was a manual. Well I think this conversation with Melinda is as close to manual as you will get. We talk about the importance of listening, how to deal with Mom guilt, and entrusting our children to God. You will love every word she says. Join us!
Today I have a Mom and daughter duo on the podcast! Beth, and her daughter Jessi, are with us to tell the story of loosing their son and brother to childhood cancer. This story is so full of honest conversation and unbridled hope! I know that you will be encouraged by listening. Join us!
I have the honor to share this tender story from Suzanne Arrison! Suzanne described her younger years as a "lifetime of wondering." So, as a young woman, Suzanne set out on a journey to find her Birth Mom. She had no idea where this journey would take her, but she prayed often and swung the doors of her heart open to the possibilities of all that might be found in the unknown. I was so blessed by this conversation. I know you will be also. Join us!
Three years ago Ms Nettie lost her precious son. He had battled alcohol addiction, and finally succumbed to a liver that did not function properly any longer. As Nettie and her husband kept watch as their son slipped into eternity, they stood as witnesses to miracle after miracle beside their son's deathbed. Nettie and I chat about surrender, how to wade through of the fog of grief, and advice for other moms walking the same path. We are glad you are here! Join us!
It's good to be back after a 3 week Spring Break. I hope this writing encourages you to live in your Belovedness. You are seen and known and oh, so loved!
I believe stories have power. Stories help us traverse a mountain path to richer pastures, and free our hearts to see grander beauty. While the goal of my podcast is to interview faith-filled women who will never hold a "platform," sometimes the women I interview go on to put their stories in writing. I'm proud of Carmen and the life work she and her husband Trent have done in their personal lives, but also in their marriage. And I'm particularly proud of their new book, Undone . In this book, G...
Today I am welcoming Karen Springs back on the podcast. Karen lived for 15 years in Ukraine, returning home almost 3 years ago. Since then she has visited every year, including this past summer. In our conversation we talk about how the Ukrainian church helped build her faith, the flourishing of believers under significant trials, and how best to pray for the persecuted and war torn countries of the world. Karen also shared three Ukrainian organizations she knows and trusts. If you would like to...
In a time and slice of history dependent upon virtual connections more than real friendships, we need more stories like this! Faye is a faithful servant of Jesus who spends her time and energy investing in relationships. In particular, women whose suffering is longterm. They are not having a bad day, they are having a hard month, or, a few hard years. As you will hear today, Faye encourages these women in beautiful ways. We are glad you are here! Join us!
I want to take a moment to honor Carli Streifel who has spent the last 20 years teaching in public schools, and the last (almost) 3 years teaching through Covid. She is a servant-hearted hero! As Carli began to see the distress of teachers around her, she established a support group in her home. We chat about what led her to start this group, the importance of a Kingdom mindset, and even what to tell our grumpy kiddos when they say, "why do I need to know this? I'll never use it!!" We are glad y...
Debbie Schmidt is here to talk with us about the ups and downs, twists and turns of being in ministry alongside her husband. Not to mention, she shares some very tender encouragement with us! It feels like taking a refreshing breath! We are glad that you are here! Join us!
In today's episode Lauren Burleigh shared that "I am convinced of God's faithfulness to us and His goodness." How could this be since a few years ago everything fell apart? Join us today as we listen to a followup from Lauren's first appearance here on Bold Mercies. We are glad that you are here! Join us!
I'm happy to welcome LaCinda Halls to the podcast today! LaCinda shares her story of a discovering God's deep love after a difficult diagnosis. We chat about unconditional love, image-bearing, and meditating on God's Word. We are glad you are here! Join us!
Tali is with us today to talk about her son's journey with cancer, and we dig deep! We chat about the theology of suffering, faith when circumstances overwhelm, and grace for our most painful moments. This conversation will definitely encourage and embolden your faith!
I'm so thankful to have Dr. Karen Bradford on the podcast today. In her story, Karen is going to share about a tragedy and a betrayal. Both happened within 2 months of each other, and both were crushing. Living with co-grief became the new normal. But God's unrelenting purposes of restoration brought her down the path of healing and new life. Join us!
Back by popular demand is The Difference Advent Makes. This episode released last year with Beth Runkle , and it is full of thoughts about how to make our hearts and homes prepared for Jesus' coming. Join us!
Join us for our mini-episodes series, Rhythms of Grace, where we take a moment to pause the hustle so we can savor the wonder.
Join us as we chat with Nanette about her Advent rhythms of grace.
Join us for our 4th day of Advent Reading: Isaiah 9:1-7 / Isaiah 11:1-10 / Jeremiah 23:1-6
Today I chat with Karen about her rhythms of grace in this season of hustle. Join us
Thank you for joining us for this season of daily mini-episodes where we explore rhythms of grace for the season.
