In this deeply encouraging episode, I sit down with my dear friend Margaret Feinberg to discuss her powerful new book, "The God You Need To Know," which explores the Holy Spirit throughout the Old Testament—a perspective many of us have never considered. Margaret vulnerably shares about the grueling journey of writing this book, including mysterious physical symptoms that only appeared when she sat down to write, countless setbacks, and what she calls "spiritual static" that seemed to oppose thi...
Jun 30, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 45
In this delightful episode, I sit down with my daughters Ali and Maggie for another surprise guest reveal featuring our beloved friend Jordan Hester—complete with confetti and celebration, as always! Jordan is a professional home organizer in the Sarasota area and a certified leadership coach who has become like family to us. We dive into Jordan's journey from six and a half years in church ministry to finding his calling in home organization, where he combines his gifts of hospitality and encou...
Jun 23, 2025•53 min•Season 2Ep. 44
In this episode, I share about one of the loneliest and weirdest seasons I've walked through in recent years—the strange territory of being nobody where you used to be somebody. It's been over a year since I stepped away from church staff, and I'm only now finding words for this peculiar experience. When you transition away from ministry leadership, you don't just leave a job—you lose your immediate answer to who you are and what you do. You enter an awkward no man's land where you're still supp...
Jun 16, 2025•44 min•Season 2Ep. 43
In this tender episode of Everything Made Beautiful, I sit down with my dear friend and beloved worship leader Christy Nockels to talk about transitions, lullabies, and the sacred art of letting go. Christy has just released her second lullaby album, "King Who Never Sleeps: Anthems for Rest," and our youngest daughters have just graduated high school—flying the nest together just like they started preschool together 14 years ago. This conversation is for anyone navigating the bittersweet beauty ...
Jun 09, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 42
In this powerful episode of Everything Made Beautiful , I sit down with marriage and family therapist Kimberly Haar to discuss her extraordinary journey from trauma to triumph. Four years after Kim's divorce, when she thought she was ready for a new beginning, an unimaginable night changed everything. What started as the worst night of her life became the catalyst for one of the most remarkable redemption stories I've ever heard. Kim vulnerably shares how she moved from victim to survivor, the s...
Jun 02, 2025•58 min•Season 2Ep. 41
It’s hard to believe we’ve reached 40 episodes of Everything Made Beautiful . This one feels different—because it is. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a personal update and reflecting on what it looks like to intentionally press pause. Lately, the Lord has been inviting me to slow down, to be fully present for the season I’m in, and to make space for rest, reflection, and renewal. I talk about the significance of the numbers 7 and 40 in scripture, why I’m stepping back from the podcast for a litt...
Apr 28, 2025•18 min•Season 2Ep. 40
In this episode of Everything Made Beautiful , I had the absolute joy of sitting down with author, speaker, and all-around kindred spirit, Rebecca George. From the moment I picked up her book Do the Thing , I knew we shared the same heartbeat for helping women discern God’s calling and walk it out with bold, gospel-centered obedience. Rebecca shares how her life mission—to leave people better than she found them and help them know Jesus more fully—shapes every part of her ministry. We talk about...
Apr 21, 2025•43 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Friend, if you’ve ever felt like your story was too broken, too messy, or too far gone to be made whole again—this episode is for you. I had the absolute joy of sitting down with my friend Meshali Mitchell, a gifted photographer, writer, and storyteller whose heart beats with hope and healing. Her book Restored: Partnering With God In Transforming Our Broken Places is more than just a story about renovating an old Texas farmhouse—it’s about the slow, sacred, sometimes painful process of partneri...
Apr 14, 2025•44 min•Season 2Ep. 38
In this episode of Everything Made Beautiful , I sit down with my longtime friend, David Nasser — a powerful communicator, gifted evangelist, and someone whose personal journey has impacted thousands. David shares his compelling story of fleeing Iran as a child, finding faith in Jesus at 18, and discovering that pastoring wasn't just a profession, but a natural extension of who he is. We talk about what it means to live on mission, no matter your vocation, and the importance of embracing how God...
Apr 07, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 37
In this episode, Maggie and Ali take over the podcast to kick off something new—our very first “Surprise Guest” episode—and they couldn’t have picked a more perfect guest than our dear friend (and ride-or-die) Kasey Ridling. Kasey has been part of our family for 15 years. From helping build a children’s ministry from the ground up to Braves games and breakups, she’s been right in the middle of it all with us. She’s not just someone we know—she’s family. In this episode, we talk about: How Kasey ...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 36
In this episode, I sit down with my 22-year-old daughter Maggie to talk about something so many of us have experienced—heartbreak. Maggie recently walked through her first serious breakup, and we had an honest, emotional, and surprisingly hopeful conversation about what that process looked like for her. We talk about why Jeffrey and I chose to hold off on dating during our kids’ high school years, what Maggie learned as she navigated her first relationship as a young adult, and how deeply painfu...
Mar 24, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Grief is not something we would ever choose, and yet, at some point, we all find ourselves walking through it. Maybe it’s the loss of a loved one, the shattering of a dream, a shift in relationships, or even the realization that life doesn’t look the way we thought it would. Grief comes in many forms, and sometimes, we don’t even recognize we’re grieving. In this episode, I want to have an honest conversation about grief—what it is, what it isn’t, and how, in the hands of our Shepherd, it can ac...
Mar 17, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Today’s episode of Everything Made Beautiful might wreck you in the best way. I’m joined by two of my dear friends, Malorie Elrod and Katelyn Duckworth, who are on a mission to love on adoptive families and birth moms through Funding Love. And before you think, "Well, I don’t have an adoption story, so this episode isn’t for me," let me stop you—because, as believers, our whole story is one of adoption into God’s family. Mal and Kate are here to share about the heart behind Funding Love, an orga...
Mar 10, 2025•59 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Everything Made Beautiful is shaking things up! In this episode, we kick off something brand new—introducing my daughters, Maggie and Ali, as occasional recurring co-hosts! We dive into girl talk, covering everything from Maggie’s dream of swimming with sharks to Ali’s rekindled love for reading. We laugh about my not-so-secret pedestrian rage (yes, I have opinions on slow walkers), get real about the misconceptions of growing up in a ministry home, and share what it looks like to take ownership...
Mar 03, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 32
In this episode of the Everything Made Beautiful podcast, Shannon interviews author Krystal Ribble about her book 'Love Me in the Waiting.' They discuss the challenges and lessons learned during seasons of waiting, particularly in the context of faith and adoption. Krystal shares her personal experiences with loss and the importance of trusting God's timing, emphasizing that waiting is not a passive experience but a time filled with purpose. The conversation highlights biblical examples of waiti...
Feb 24, 2025•49 min•Season 2Ep. 31
In this episode, we explore the profound truths of love as described in 1 Corinthians 13. The discussion delves into the nature of love that bears, believes, hopes, and endures all things, emphasizing that true love is not just a fleeting emotion but a steadfast commitment that reflects God's love. Through biblical examples and personal reflections, the host encourages listeners to embody these principles in their relationships and lives, ultimately challenging them to live out love in practical...
Feb 17, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 30
In this episode, Shannon delves into the complexities of biblical love as described in 1 Corinthians 13. The discussion emphasizes that love is not merely a feeling but a practice that requires patience, kindness, and humility. Shannon challenges listeners to reflect on their own understanding of love, particularly in the context of relationships and conflicts. Key themes include the counter-cultural nature of biblical love, the importance of patience and kindness, and the need to prioritize rel...
Feb 10, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 29
In this episode, Shannon discusses the profound and challenging nature of biblical love as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13. The conversation emphasizes that true love is not about feelings but about becoming more like Christ. It critiques the current state of love among believers, highlighting the need for a return to sacrificial, agape love that reflects God's character. The host explores the importance of love in spiritual gifts, the futility of sacrifice without love, and practical applications ...
Feb 03, 2025•25 min•Season 2Ep. 28
In this episode of the Everything Made Beautiful podcast, Shannon welcomes Christian music legend Babbie Mason. They discuss Babbie's impactful music ministry, her journey of faith, and the power of worship. Babbie shares her new book 'Each One, Reach One', emphasizing the importance of sharing faith with confidence and kindness. The conversation highlights the significance of personal stories in evangelism, the Great Mandate from Matthew 5, and concludes with Babbie's vision of a perfect beauti...
Jan 27, 2025•49 min•Season 2Ep. 27
In this episode of Everything Made Beautiful, Shannon discusses the theme of sacred choices, focusing on the significance of small yeses and no's in our lives. This episode emphasizes that even the smallest acts of obedience can lead to profound changes and that God delights in our faithfulness, especially in unseen moments. Shannon shares biblical examples and personal reflections on how small beginnings can shape our character and prepare us for greater assignments. This episode encourages lis...
Jan 20, 2025•28 min•Season 2Ep. 26
In this episode of Everything Made Beautiful, Shannon explores the theme of God's no, emphasizing that it is not a rejection but an invitation to trust in His goodness. The conversation delves into the purpose behind God's no, highlighting three primary reasons: protection, redirection, and preparation. Through personal anecdotes and biblical references, Shannon encourages listeners to view God's no as a part of a greater plan, fostering spiritual growth and deeper faith. takeaways God's no is a...
Jan 13, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 25
In this episode of the Everything Made Beautiful podcast, Shannon introduces a new series titled 'Sacred Choices: The Beauty of Yes & No in Every Season.' The discussion centers around the significance of saying yes and no in our lives, drawing parallels to the journey of the Magi and the day of Epiphany along with emphasizing the need for obedience and trust in God. This episode encourages listeners to reflect on their own sacred choices and the impact these decisions have on their spiritua...
Jan 06, 2025•20 min•Season 2Ep. 24
In this heartfelt conversation, Shannon Scott and guests Lisa Harper, Christy Nockels, Allison Allen, Laura Cooksey and Masi Willis explore the themes of Advent, the tension between joy and grief, and the importance of community and connection during the holiday season. They discuss the theological significance of waiting and how personal stories of loss and hope can inspire and uplift others. The conversation emphasizes the beauty found in the in-between moments of life, encouraging listeners t...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode, Shannon explores the profound theme of gratitude, especially in the context of Thanksgiving. She emphasizes that true gratitude is not about denial or pretending everything is perfect, but rather about recognizing God's goodness amidst life's challenges. The conversation delves into reframing difficult situations, the role of gratitude in grief, and how it serves as a form of worship. Shannon provides practical steps for cultivating a habit of gritty gratitude, encouraging liste...
Nov 25, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this enlightening conversation, Shannon interviews Dr. Donna Pisani, a seasoned pastor and author of 'Entrusted to Lead.' They explore the unique challenges women face in leadership roles, emphasizing the importance of confidence, vulnerability, and the biblical concept of 'Hinene'—a call to surrender. Dr. Pisani discusses the difference between entitlement and entrustment, encouraging women to embrace their leadership calling without seeking permission. The conversation highlights the signif...
Nov 18, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In this episode of Everything Made Beautiful, Shannon interviews Dr. Jason Young, a leadership expert and author of 'Don't Burn Out, Burn Bright.' They discuss the concept of burnout, its warning signs, and how to prevent it through understanding stress and exhaustion. The conversation explores the hustle culture, the importance of rest, the dangers of perfectionism and comparison, and the role of boundaries in maintaining emotional health. Dr. Young emphasizes the need for leaders to prioritize...
Nov 11, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this conversation, Shannon emphasizes the importance of the power of the pause, especially during divisive times like an election season. She discusses the power of words, the need for grace in communication, and the responsibility that comes with social media. Shannon encourages listeners to reflect their faith through their words, promoting healing and unity rather than division. keywords power of words, pause, election season, grace, social media, communication, hope, unity, faith, citizen...
Nov 04, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this heartfelt conversation, Shannon sits down with Christy Nockels, a renowned singer, songwriter, and worship leader. They explore Christy's journey from her early life in Oklahoma to her impactful career in music, including her partnership with her husband Nathan and their formation of Watermark. The discussion delves into themes of faith, family, and the influence of the Passion movement, as well as the challenges of motherhood and navigating loss. Christy shares her insights on trusting ...
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 18
In this conversation, Shannon engages with Marty Goetz and Misha Goetz Hoyt to discuss the complexities surrounding Israel, particularly in light of the events of October 7, 2023. They explore the silence of the church regarding Israel, the theological implications of Israel in Christian faith, and the modern political landscape. The discussion emphasizes the importance of solidarity with Israel and the need for believers to understand their connection to the Jewish people and the historical con...
Oct 21, 2024•2 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this conversation, Shannon emphasizes the importance of prioritizing alignment over agreement within the faith community, especially during divisive times such as election seasons. She discusses how unity does not require uniformity and encourages believers to focus on love and mutual respect despite differing opinions. Practical steps for fostering alignment, such as humility, prioritizing relationships, and focusing on essentials, are also highlighted. The conversation concludes with a call...
Oct 14, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 16
