Finding Faith Above with Exmo Christian Shelby Hohsfield, Self-worth, Self-help, Know God, Ex-Mormon, Religious Trauma, Church Hurt, Trust God, Discernment - podcast cover

Finding Faith Above with Exmo Christian Shelby Hohsfield, Self-worth, Self-help, Know God, Ex-Mormon, Religious Trauma, Church Hurt, Trust God, Discernment

Shelby Hohsfield | Exmo Christian, Writer, Speaker, and unstoppable ENTHUSIAST of Living God’s Purpose after the Church.findingfaithabove.com
I help women safely reconnect with God. I know what it is like to have so many questions about the Christian faith. If you are like me, you may have some religious baggage that left you questioning your self-worth in a big way. You’re asking... How do I raise my kids with faith when I’m still trying to figure it out? Where can I find a community I can trust? Why does every church feel like culture shock? Will I ever know Jesus? Is Faith something meant for other people? It’s just so overwhelming. And the world keeps telling you you are enough- all on your own, you are enough. …but you don’t feel like it. In fact, you question your self-worth at every opportunity. Friend, I have been there! And here is a secret- without God, you will never be enough. And that is an amazing thing. Keep reading… I’m Shelby Hohsfield. At times, I was an ex-Mormon, agnostic, a Sunday Christian, want-to-be Buddhist, and a New Age follower, but God had very different plans for me. The whole time I was living in one very big lie- that I was in charge of my own enoughness and my works would save me and my life. Don’t get me wrong, I am all about self-help and personal development, but as a born-again, fully transformed Christian, I learned there is the world’s way, and there is God’s way. It took me 20 years after leaving the Mormon church to finally meet God, and when I did, I would never be the same. To quote CS Lewis, ”The more we get ourselves out of the way and let Him take us over, the more truly ourselves we become.” Mere Christianity. You are enough not because of what you have done but because of what He has done, and He lives through you. In this podcast, we are going to dive into Bible truths explained just for Exmos and New Believer mamas so you never have to feel overwhelmed or question your compass or self-worth again. We talk about social pressures, family struggles, basic Christian beliefs, and God’s amazing grace for you. This is the place for theology, apologetics, and wisdom from His word that will shape your life, your confidence, and yes, your feeling of enough. Be prepared for Self-help done in God’s amazing way. Friend, you are in the right place! xoxo, Shelby ___________________________________________________________________ ABOUT YOUR HOST Finding Faith Above is hosted by Shelby Hohsfield. Shelby grew up in a mixed-faith home and attended the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormon or LDS) church until she was 18. As most people do when they leave the church, 85% actually, Shelby left God altogether when she left the LDS church. It wasn’t until she was pregnant with her son that God was made evident to her. From there sparked a quest to FIND FAITH, a fleeting idea that challenged her at every step. After trying all matters of religion for years, she was struck one night when some big things literally brought her to her knees- When things got super hard, it was the surrender to the one true God that changed everything about Shelby’s life, belief, and understanding of this universe we live in. After a 20-year journey after leaving the church, she finally found faith above. As Jesus asked us to do, Shelby now dedicates herself to the great commission- telling the world the good news of Jesus. ___________________________________________________________________ CONNECT WITH ME Email> hello@findingfaithabove.com Website> https://findingfaithabove.com/ FB Group> https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianwomenafterreligion Instagram> https://www.instagram.com/findingfaithabove/ _____________________________________________________________
Last refreshed:
Follow this podcast in the Metacast mobile app to refresh it and see new episodes.
Download Metacast podcast app
Podcasts are better in Metacast mobile app
Don't just listen to podcasts. Learn from them with transcripts, summaries, and chapters for every episode. Skim, search, and bookmark insights. Learn more

Episodes

122. Who is Jesus, Really?? 10 Things We Should Know About Christ

Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Mentorship for Ex-Mormon Women at Finding Faith Above https://findingfaithabove.com/coaching When people are starting to question faith in any capacity, but more so with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, I never suggest just looking into the church. Trying to prove the falsehood or truth of the church can lead to some weird and very emotional places. Instead, I say, go on a Jesus Journey. We need to ge...

Nov 06, 202327 min

121. Why Do My Prayers Not Get Answered?

Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Mentorship for Ex-Mormon Women at Finding Faith Above https://findingfaithabove.com/coaching Has prayer become a ritual? Is it something we do and say the things we need to say and go through the motions? But let me ask- are you talking to God? Really talking to Him? Today, we are asking the question, Why sometimes does it feel like my prayers are not being answered? We have to ask… Do we have faith that He will work...

Nov 01, 202322 min

120. What if Jesus Doesn’t Work for Me? 3 Things You Need to Know About God’s Grace

Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Mentorship for Ex-Mormon Women at Finding Faith Above https://findingfaithabove.com/coaching How many of you are currently in a storm? How many of you feel like you are in a thing or are dealing with some life stuff right now? How about anxiety or something similar? How many of you feel like you have tried so much but feel like you have gotten nowhere? I was asked recently, after encouraging someone to lean on God, “...

Oct 30, 202317 min

119. Did you Go Straight to Christianity After Leaving the Church? Girl #4, this is for you-

Last week, we talked about the four types of Exmo-Christian journeys. None are easy. None leave us without scars. One of these journeys is probably right where you are, and today we're talking about the 4th journey. Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Mentorship for Ex-Mormon Women at Finding Faith Above https://findingfaithabove.com/coaching Did you Go Straight to Christianity After Leaving the Church? Girl #4, this is for you- What are the top 3 thin...

Oct 16, 202326 min

118. The Four Types of Ex-Mormon. Which One Are You and How Does this Change your Journey?.mp3

Was your journey out of the Mormon church like everyone else's? Have you felt alone or like your faith differs from all other Exmo's? Today, I break down what I have seen are the four types of transition journies out of the church, and what I would recommend for you to help you find and build your faith. I want to hear from you! Come join us in the group, and let's talk more about your journey. Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the study, Seamless Contact me and let'...

Oct 12, 202331 min

117. Are You Wanting to Learn About Who God Is? Here Is The Number One Place to Find Him

You want to know God, who He is, and what He wants you to be. We are inundated from the world with all these ideas of The Universe, spirituality, and energy, and we think we KNOW God from the way we feel. But what if there is a way to actually know the true nature of God, to know about Him, and Know Him? What if we can actually learn who He is and all His attributes? Today, we are looking at the number one place to find Him. Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the stud...

Oct 05, 202320 min

116. Is God a Loving God? How is God Different From Us-

We are starting a new series- a new series on how God is NOT like us. Ways in which He is divine, His nature, His wrath, and His love. How does our character reflect His? And do our limitations glorify His greatness and limitless power. Today we are talking about the steadfast love of God. We are loosely basing this off of Jen Wilkin's book, None Like Him. Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon Women at Finding Faith Above https://f...

Oct 03, 202316 min

115. Can You Find Community Outside of the LDS Church? From LDS to Jesus// Interview with Exmo and Believer Jenni Maag

Today, dear friend, if you are in the LDS church and questioning things, I invite you to listen, take it in, and then maybe go create a list of your own. So she made a list, and I just love this- Things I believe Things I want to be true Things I am questioning Things I would miss Things I am unsure about We are talking to Jenni today. She was raised in the LDS church and very much lived it until she started asking questions, digging into history, and coming up short with finding Christ there. J...

Sep 28, 202357 min

114. Looking to Know Truth? How to Discern the Truth and the Glory of God

Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the study, Seamless The enemy is all around us, and the world is fighting to take us down at every step. How do we be discerning about what is true, acceptable and perfect to God? To our faith? For our life and our salvation? Today we are talking through 5 ways we can discern the truth and the glory of God. Leave me a Message Here!! Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon...

Sep 26, 202321 min

113. Embarrassed at a Bible Study? 5 Things to Know Before You Go// Worship Practice

Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the study, Seamless You were asked to go to a Bible study. Heck, you are not even sure what happens at these things, but something inside you said go. You are nervous, worried, and unsure of what to expect. Today, we will talk about 5 Things to Know Before You Go to a Bible study so you can show up with all the confidence. Leave me a Message Here!! Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Coachi...

Sep 19, 202314 min

112. Is it God Talking, or is it Me? Are You Running Away from What God Has Asked Of Us or Trusting God?

Leave me a Message!! Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the study, Seamless How do we know if it’s God talking? Do we need a mindset shift in trusting Him? Have we actually surrendered? How Often do we question our situation? Are we trusting God in all we do, even when it is hard? Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon Women at Finding Faith Above https://findingfaithabove.com/coaching Connect with me: Em...

Sep 14, 202317 min

111. Why did Eve Eat the Apple? The #1 Thing Blocking Your Faith and A 3 Question Self Evaluation

Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the study, Seamless Pride- Possibly and quite literally the root of all evil. People say money, they say power, they say greed or lust, but when you really peal back the layers and look at what brings us down, every day- is pride. In the last episode, we talked about the 5 steps to finding faith. Today we are taking a closer look at the first of these 5 steps- Acknowledging Pride. Why did Eve Eat the Apple? The #1 Thing Blocking Your...

Sep 12, 202315 min

110. 5 Steps to Building Your Faith in God// How to Find Faith

Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the study, Seamless You want faith. Truly, you do. You want to know Him, and you want to know what you believe. You want to feel confident in your beliefs. And if you were like me, you wanted that peace that you see in people who really do have faith. But you have no idea how to get it. Today, we are walking through the 5 Steps to Building Faith in God Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Co...

Sep 07, 202320 min

109. The Secret to Faith- The One Thing You Would Never Expect// How to Find Faith

Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the study, Seamless You decide to leave the church, the beliefs, or the cultural construct of your childhood. It makes sense, right? They tell you that you don't have enough faith. You just need to have faith and know that it will all work out. But you don’t have faith. Is there something wrong with you? Why can you just not feel this faith that is supposed to be a part of your consciousness? You might even consider this ‘deconstruct...

Sep 05, 202317 min

108. A Moment of Silence for our Dead Plans and Here’s to Trusting God// How to Find Faith

Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the study, Seamless We can’t help it. Today, we are all about our dreams, our plans, what we envisioned for ourselves, our life. And we saw it going a specific way. And if God was going to interfere, it was going to be with blessings and only blessings. But that's not quite how life often works out, is it? Truth is God already has a plan for us. It’s not a plan we have to follow, like rules. No, it is His divine sovereignty over ever...

Aug 31, 202316 min

107. Hoping for a Miracle or Trusting God Will Get you Through?

Join Us in the Community for the Bible Study Get your book for the study, Seamless When we are in need, do we actually trust? Are we just hoping for a change, a miracle, for God to step in? Or do we believe that He will be our rock, our refuge, our sanctuary? Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon Women at Finding Faith Above https://findingfaithabove.com/coaching Connect with me: Email> hello@findingfaithabove.com Website> https://...

Aug 29, 202311 min

106. I Don’t Want to Shove God Down My Kids Throat. The Biggest Mistake I Made on My Faith Journey and How It Brought Me To God// Stories of Faith

Join me for a free Discovery Call- Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon Women. https://findingfaithabove.com/ After leaving the church, spoiler- my life was not automatically great, faith-filled, and full of Christ. Not even close. I talk about leaving and that it took me 20 years to find Jesus, but I rarely talk about what happened in those 20 years. Who was I, and what mistakes did I make with a family in tow? What was the biggest mistake I made on my faith journey? The answer may surprise yo...

Aug 24, 202323 min

105. Are We Afraid to Be Different? #1 Bible Truth to Build Our Confidence to Be Different.

Join me for a free Discovery Call- Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon Women. https://findingfaithabove.com/ Being different is uncomfortable. It feels a bit icky and I don’t like being the odd man out. But what if being different is exactly how God wants us to be? What if our differences are what make us strong? Are We Afraid to Be Different? #1 Bible Truth to Build Our Confidence to Be Different. Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Coaching for Ex-...

Aug 22, 202317 min

104. Questioning Your Value? (No Guilt, just Endless Motivation) // Interview with Faith-Based Holistic Health Coach, Robin Rhine McDonald

Join me for a free Discovery Call- Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon Women. https://findingfaithabove.com/ Where does your motivation come from? Where does your value begin? Today we are talking to Faith-Based Holistic Health Coach Robin Rhine McDonald on: Why our bodies are our temples and how to build a healthy lifestyle because of our value in Him. Connect with Robin at: https://www.madewellhealth.com/ Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? Christian Life Coachin...

Aug 17, 202342 min

103. Self-Worth in the Gutter? A 4-Step Plan to Take Care of Your Body// Personal Development

Join me for a free Discovery Call- Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon Women. https://findingfaithabove.com/ This Week on the podcast, we are talking about taking care of our bodies. Something that many of us, myself included, overlook when we are overwhelmed with all the spiritual work. Today, we will talk about an easy 4-Step plan to start getting ourselves healthy and happy and see what the Bible has to say about it as well. Ready to finally know how to navigate what you actually believe? C...

Aug 15, 202325 min

102. How Not to Blow Your Next Decision- 3 Steps to Navigate Choices After the Church

Join me for a free Discovery Call- Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon Women. https://findingfaithabove.com/ Okay- we left. There are no more rules. We should feel free, right? But now we are stuck in the very interesting position of questioning how to navigate every choice we make. It affects every aspect of our lives, and we are no strangers to guilt, so How do we know what we should do without all the rules? This is often the number one struggle you ladies come to me with- so here we go- Ho...

Aug 10, 202319 min

101. Tired of Checking Boxes to Get to Heaven? What is the Bible’s Way? Learn Gospel, Grace, and the Good News //Interview with Pastor Mark Parsons

Join me for a free Discovery Call- Christian Life Coaching for Ex-Mormon Women One of the most complex and emotional aspects of leaving the church for so many is shedding this idea that our worth with God is tied to this endless checklist of things we are supposed to go to the highest level of heaven. In today’s episode, we are talking to Pastor Mark Parsons from the Truth in Love Ministry about the gospel (the real gospel from the bible), God’s grace, and the Good Good News. Learn more about th...

Aug 08, 202344 min

100. 100 Episode Celebration and 3 Ways to Find Faith Above!

Start your life coaching journey now and move past that leftover religious baggage for good! It is our 100th episode of Finding Faith Above!!! Holy smokes! Today, we are having a party over here at Finding Faith Above and talking about what faith actually is. Here are 3 Ways to Find Faith Above and Hear God. Your Next Steps: Start your life coaching journey now and move past that leftover religious baggage for good! >>Get the Resources! Apps, Bible Studies, Videos, and more HERE! >> ...

Aug 02, 202322 min

99. What is the Gospel? A Question So Many of Us Exmos Don’t Know. //Basic Christian Beliefs

Start your life coaching journey now and move past that leftover religious baggage for good! It is a word we of heard a million times. If you are like me, it is not a word that makes me feel very good. To me, it often meant rules, plans, perfection, the whole enchilada that I really didn’t get. But what If I was to tell you that the Gospel is the good news, the only good news, and nothing but good news? Today, we are talking about what the gospel is according to the bible and all the good news t...

Jul 31, 202316 min

98. I Can, I Am, I Will- How Do We Find God and Know How to Get Through Hard Things? //Interview with Exmo, New Believer Chassady Thomas

Start your life coaching journey now and move past that leftover religious baggage for good! I always love hearing the excitement in the voice of a new believer. That awe of realizing who God is after not knowing Him. Along with being a new believer comes a lot of questions, including whether I should I be rebaptized, what the significance is, and can I do this alone. Today's episode is all about Chassady’s journey and the amazing things God does when you let Him into your heart. What does it me...

Jul 27, 202339 min

97. What is a Believer’s Baptism?// Christian Beliefs and Bible Study

Start your life coaching journey now and move past that leftover religious baggage for good! Baptism. The biggest decision you will ever make. Or is it? If you were baptized before, this can feel super emotional and a bit confusing. What does it mean to have a believer's baptism, and is it something you should do? Your Next Steps: Start your life coaching journey now and move past that leftover religious baggage for good! >>Get the Resources! Apps, Bible Studies, Videos, and more HERE! &gt...

Jul 25, 202322 min

96. What is the One Thing We Often Forget in Our Prayers? //Worship Practice & Hear God

Get the Resources! Apps, Bible Studies, Videos, and more HERE! We pray. We ask God. We thank Him for our blessings. We say we are building a relationship, but prayer after prayer, we forget one very important thing... What is it that we so often forget when we pray? How to Praise God in our Prayers Your Next Steps: >>Get the Resources! Apps, Bible Studies, Videos, and more HERE! >> Join the Community. We learn together! >> Leave me a Speak Pipe Message and More at the Website &...

Jul 20, 20238 min

95. If we Pray, Can we Fix the World? 3 Things God Says About the World in His Word// Society and Culture

Get the Resources! Apps, Bible Studies, Videos, and more HERE! The weight of the world can feel very heavy! We can’t listen to the news without feeling like the world is at a total loss for peace. From wars, to social upevil, human trafficking, drugs, whole cities going under. As someone desperately looking for the good in all things and wanting a safe, happy place for our children to grow up, things can feel a bit grim. Isn’t God supposed to give us a world of peace? If we pray isn’t everything...

Jul 18, 202314 min

94. 3 Words to Think of When you Hear the Word Testimony AND My Testimony, My Jesus Journey, My Come to Jesus Moment //Part 7 of 7 Testimony Series

Get the Resources! Apps, Bible Studies, Videos, and more HERE! One of the most confusing things about coming to Christ after leaving the Mormon church has to do with the same terminology meaning very different things. Even what it means to be a Christain gets a whole new take. In this rapid-fire, 7-part series In today’s episode, we are looking at: 3 Words to Think of When you Hear the Word Testimony AND My Testimony, My Jesus Journey, My Come to Jesus Moment Your Next Steps: >>Get the Res...

Jul 16, 202327 min

93. Who Is the Head of the Church? What Does the Bible Say About Prophets and Today? //Part 6 of 7 Testimony Series

Get the Resources! Apps, Bible Studies, Videos, and more HERE! One of the most confusing things about coming to Christ after leaving the Mormon church has to do with the same terminology meaning very different things. Even what it means to be a Christain gets a whole new take. In this rapid-fire, 7-part series, we are exploring the term testimony. These are short episodes over 7 days where we explore what a testimony is in both faiths, the 5 points of a testimony in the LDS church, what those 5 ...

Jul 15, 202314 min
For the best experience, listen in Metacast app for iOS or Android