In this second half of my conversation with author, entrepreneur, and CEO Suzie Hall , we explore the significance of taking a 'halftime' in life to assess one's direction and the power of community and accountability in personal growth. Susie encourages listeners to embrace their stories and seek help when needed, highlighting that true fulfillment comes from being real and transparent with oneself and others. Get all the Scripture references and resources mentioned in this eposide: www.jennyze...
Jun 20, 2025•30 min•Ep. 120
In this episode I am joined by author, entrepreneur, and CEO Suzie Hall . Suzie is here with her life giving message from her new memoir, " Blessed Disruption: Transforming Trauma into Triumph . In this first part of our chat we discuss Suzie's journey through personal challenges, the concept of intentionally disrupting one's life for growth, and the importance of finding one's voice and purpose. The conversation emphasizes the intersection of faith and everyday life, the power of community, and...
Jun 06, 2025•27 min•Ep. 119
As summer approaches, let’s prioritize slowing down, evaluating priorities, and the power of community in supporting one another through life's challenges. Let’s lean into reading the Bible slowly, a practice that prompted this episode as it showed me something in the story of Jesus raising Lazarus which I had never noticed before, Jesus wants us to have help! Get all the Scripture references and resources mentioned in this eposide: www.jennyzentz.com/podcast-get-help And please don’t forget to ...
May 24, 2025•16 min•Ep. 118
If you are a Christian mom, desiring to walk closely with the Lord, yet always feeling you fall short of the goal, Mary K. is here! In this interview with my wonderful and real-life personal friend, Mary K Tiller, you will know you are seen; you are loved and you are not alone! We pray you find renewed hope and fresh joy right where you are as Mary K. encourages us to lean into God's gifts for mercy and grace for moms. Get links to all scriptures mentioned here: https://jennyzentz.com/podcast-ma...
May 09, 2025•33 min•Ep. 117
Do you ever struggle with making the same mistakes again and again? I know I do. Seems like no matter how badly I want to do right, I’m regularly messing it up! In this episode we dive into a section of scripture that brings so much help for when we struggle with sin. We explore the significance of God's Word in everyday life, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit in understanding scripture. My hope is that this episode will help you realize the Bible is approachable for you, no matter where y...
Apr 17, 2025•26 min•Ep. 116
Are you exhausted, overwhelmed, feeling like you have nothing left to give? Is it possible your life is waring you out because you are working so hard to live someone else’s? This interview with podcaster and writer, Shelly Snead is sure to bring you some joy, relief, and practical help as she shares her journey of moving from comparison to contentment. Get links to all scriptures and resources mentioned here: http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-shelly-snead Resources mentioned in this episode: Shelly...
Mar 28, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 115
Jesus came up to a dude who had been lame for 38 years, and asked, “Do you want to get well?” Obviously someone in pain, physical, mental or emotional wants to get well, right? But do they? Do we? I always thought this was a strange question until I encountered it on a very personal level. Could it be that we are not truly ready to get well if it means laying aside the labels we have carried for so long? Who am I if I’m not (fill in the blank)? Get links to all scriptures and resources mentioned...
Mar 07, 2025•17 min•Ep. 114
Author, YouTuber, & Decluttering Expert, Dana K. White speaks grace to our cluttered space! In this fun interview I have the privilege of talking with Dana about her latest book, “Jesus Doesn't Care About Your Messy House: He Cares About Your Heart” . Dana is here to help us “remove the shame from this struggle by understanding how God sees you, what He wants from you, and that He created you with exactly the brain that you have.” Whether your struggle is with piles on the floor or piles in ...
Feb 21, 2025•54 min•Ep. 113
I’d rather be real than perfect. And I am truly perfectly ok being imperfect, but this does not come naturally to me. I am a type A, Enneagram One. The struggle is still real and often. In this episode I share the scripture verses that have helped to encourage me and bring me freedom from the need to appear perfect! Click HERE to listen to this episode. (Also, available on Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , Spotify , iHeartRadio , and more!) And please don’t forget to subscribe, share, rate, and...
Feb 07, 2025•23 min•Ep. 112
Sometimes His ways don’t make sense to us. But are we willing to go along with it because we know Him enough to trust He always has a good plan? Let’s talk about it in this quick a humorous look at John 9. And please don’t forget to subscribe, share, rate, and review. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff! Scripture references mentioned in this episode: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Psalm 46:10 John 10:11-30 John 9:1-9 Jeremiah 2...
Jan 24, 2025•12 min•Ep. 111
Do you find yourself distracted by much serving? I know I do. And it is usually all good stuff! Let's take a quick look at how Jesus sees our serving and our level of distraction. Serving is good, but spending time with Him is better! If serving keeps us distracted from simply spending time with Him, maybe we need to take a step back and reevaluate. Whether at Christmas, or any time of the year, it is a good idea to regularly go to Him and ask, "Lord, am I distracted by much serving?" Scripture ...
Dec 14, 2024•12 min•Ep. 110
We are encouraged to pour out our hearts to God. " Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you ." But what if you've done that and nothing changes ? In this short episode we gain insight and encouragement from the stories of two women in the Bible, Hagar and Hannah. We will see how they moved forward in confidence, trusting God even when everything stayed the same. Scripture references mentioned in this episode: Genesis 16 & 17 Luke 1:45 1 Samuel 1 Resources mentioned in this episo...
Nov 27, 2024•19 min•Ep. 109
Ever feel like you are spiritually lost in the weeds? Not sure how you got there or where to go from here? In this short episode I share a quick object less and 3 great scripture verses to help you get back in step with God when you look around and find you have gotten off track. Scripture references mentioned in this episode: Colossians 3:2 Ephesians 4:23 Psalm 103 2 Corinthians 5:21 Deuteronomy 4:29 Please don’t forget to subscribe, share, rate, and review. Together we can help more women disc...
Nov 01, 2024•16 min•Ep. 108
Lately my soul feels anything but anchored! How about you? Are you finding yourself tossed about? Your soul is all over the place, up and down and drowning half the time, anything but settled and holding firm. But the Bible says hope is the anchor of the soul. If we have this hope, and our hope is in Jesus, then why is our soul not anchored? What gives? Let’s talk about it…. Scripture references mentioned in this episode: - Hebrews 6:13-18 - Romans 8 - John 14:25-27 - Jeremiah 29:11 - 2 Corinthi...
Oct 03, 2024•15 min•Ep. 107
Decoding daughters! This episode is part 2 of my interview with author, speaker and family life & leadership coach Nellie Harden . Nellie has loads of experience “helping parents and other leaders of the next generation of young women navigate through the good, great, hard and sticky parts of childhood to the greatest and strongest beginning of their adulthood.” Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-nellie-harden *Resources mentioned in this episod...
Aug 23, 2024•36 min•Ep. 106
We are talking all things teen daughters! This episode is part 1 of my interview with author, speaker and family life & leadership coach Nellie Harden . Nellie has loads of experience “helping parents and other leaders of the next generation of young women navigate through the good, great, hard and sticky parts of childhood to the greatest and strongest beginning of their adulthood.” *Resources mentioned in this episode: - Nellie’s site: https://www.nellieharden.com/ - Daughter Decoder™ c...
Aug 09, 2024•19 min•Ep. 105
Talking Life and Legacy with Christian Fiction Author, Robin W. Pearson. Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-robin-w-pearson *Resources mentioned in this episode: - Robin’s Website - Robin’s Books - Angie Baughman – Steady On University - https://www.bookmarksnc.org/ Enter to Win a FREE BOOK! Each month, take a screen shot of you reviewing or sharing the show, and email it to me at jenny@jennyzentz.com. Each month on the 1st I will draw a name, and th...
Jul 19, 2024•50 min•Ep. 104
Blended families - the struggle is real, my friends! And I'm convinced this is an area the church just doesn't speak to enough. This is also an area where I just do not have expertise. That's why I'm so thankful to bring you today's guest, Brittney Phillips , a Christian blended family coach. Brittney's transparency about her own struggles and her ability to speak truth with compassion to those facing their own challenges in blended families, makes her the perfect person to encourage and inspire...
Jun 21, 2024•45 min•Ep. 103
Have you gone from dreaming about your marriage to just surviving it? Josh and Katie’s book, New Marriage, Same Couple is a book about hope. In part 2 of this interview, we are talking about what to do if you are the only one fighting for your marriage. If you need some encouragement and practical steps to get back to dreaming in your marriage, Josh and Katie have you covered. Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-josh-and-katie-walters *Resources menti...
Jun 07, 2024•38 min•Ep. 102
Join me as I talk with Josh and Katie Walters about finding hope for your marriage. Josh and Katie’s book, New Marriage, Same Couple is “a book about hope. It’s about how to create a brand-new marriage with your spouse, whether you’ve been married for a short time, or for decades.” Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-hope-for-your-marriage *Resources mentioned in this episode: - https://joshandkatiewalters.com/ - Josh and Katie’s book, New Marriage, S...
May 24, 2024•30 min•Ep. 101
Are you staying plugged in? Lately, I find myself wanting God to be my lightning cable rather than my life source. Let’s talk about it in this short episode. And please don’t forget to subscribe, share, rate, and review. Together we can help more women discover practical ways to apply the power of God’s Word to our everyday stuff! Scripture references mentioned in this episode: - John 15:1-8 - Mark 1:35 - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 - Psalm 46:10 - Luke 10:38-42 Enter to Win a FREE BOOK! Each month,...
May 09, 2024•11 min•Ep. 100
We say, "I do" with the best of intentions. And then... LIFE. In this episode Julie Baumgardner, Senior Director of WinShape Marriage , is here to provide us with the tools to do marriage well, and if needed, really turn things around. Resources mentioned in this episode: - First Things First - WinShape Marriage o Visioning For Your Marriage o Marriage Intensives - The WinShape Foundation - WinShape Camps - WinShape Homes - WinShape Teams - Get your own FREE RightNow Media account compliments of...
Apr 25, 2024•59 min•Ep. 99
What is the surest way to accurately predict what someone will do in any given situation? Answer: Spend lots of time getting to know them, their attitudes, their mannerisms, their MO, if you will. So how can we begin to know with any certainty what Jesus would do, what choice He would make, what He would say, and how He would treat someone? Glad you asked! Let’s talk about it in this episode. Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast- what-Jesus-would-do *R...
Apr 09, 2024•30 min•Ep. 98
Such a rich conversation! In this episode, author, speaker, counselor, and Bible teacher, Sarah Holley shines a bright light on the view God has of women. And we have a great discussion on tips and tools for how to study the Bible. “In a society where women were often marginalized and their voices diminished, Jesus stood as a shining example of honor and love. Jesus was a revolutionary in every sense of the word—especially in the way He treated women! Whether you are a devoted Christian seeking ...
Mar 22, 2024•58 min•Ep. 97
What happens when a demon possessed, sociopathic serial killer has a true encounter with the resurrected Christ? JESUS WINS! In this engaging conversation I have the privilege of sitting with Dr. Michael Caparrelli , author of Monster Mirror: 100 Hours with David Berkowitz, Once Known as Son of Sam . “Dr. Michael A. Caparrelli is a former pastor of 16 years and a PhD in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior. His books, lectures and resources help us navigate through mental health issues from a fait...
Feb 27, 2024•41 min•Ep. 96
Hold onto your seats! If you think I’m passionate on my own, get ready for a passion overload! Author, pastor, coach, and serial entrepreneur Shiraz Siddique is here to fire us up and challenge us to discover and accept our own unique purpose and then to stay the course. Plus, he is hilarious! Friends, God does not have to give us grace for a race He never called us to! We cannot embrace the grace for our place until we accept the race God has placed us in. Before we can embrace the grace for ou...
Feb 09, 2024•53 min•Ep. 95
In this episode, I’m talking about walking with Jesus together with others. My guest, Robby Angle is the President and CEO of TrueFace and the former Groups Pastor at North Point Church in Atlanta, GA where he oversaw more than 800 small groups! If anyone can encourage us to gather our people and grow in our faith, it is this man! Regardless of where you are on your journey, whether you are a church leader looking to grow a strong small groups program or a new believer just looking for some othe...
Jan 26, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 94
In this episode we are talking discipleship with my dear friend, fellow podcaster and one of the most generous Bible teachers I know, Angie Baughman . The term discipleship may be intimidating to many, but Angie and I spend this episode breaking it down. Friends, salvation is just the beginning of the journey. Discipleship is walking with Jesus daily. Another, important aspect of the Christian life is finding the courage to reach out and encourage others on their journey. The number one way to f...
Jan 12, 2024•37 min•Ep. 93
Are you ready? Let’s grow! If you are looking to take your walk with the Lord to the next level and truly begin to experience real spiritual growth this year, then this episode is not to be missed! Here I am sharing what I believe to be the number 1 key to true spiritual growth for the Christian life. Strong faith does not happen by accident! So push play, and let’s get growing! Find all Scripture references from this episode at http://jennyzentz.com/podcast-spiritual-growth *Resources mentioned...
Jan 10, 2024•38 min•Ep. 92
Has loving others ever left you hurting? We’ve all been there. Author, coach, and speaker, Courtney Burg joins us in this episode to discuss the importance of setting healthy boundaries and learning to break free from codependency in order to love yourself and others better. Whether physical, emotional, or somewhere in between, good boundaries are anything but selfish. Good boundaries can be the key to honoring and caring for yourself and others the way God’s truly intends. “Motivated by researc...
Dec 08, 2023•58 min•Ep. 91
