Episode 70 - Looking Up With Janet McHenry

Episode 70 of the Women Behind the Words podcast, hosted by deb6y, titled "Episode 70 - Looking Up With Janet McHenry" was published on April 4, 2025 and runs 29 minutes.

April 4, 2025 ·29m · Women Behind the Words

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Summary

Date: April 4, 2025Podcast Show Notes: Interview with Janet McHenry Episode Highlights:We’re welcoming back a dear friend of the podcast, Janet McHenry, for a conversation filled with insight, wisdom, and warmth. Many know Janet as a woman of deep prayer and a dedicated prayer-walker, but in this episode, she returns to share another transformative practice in her life—reading through the entire Bible each year. Janet opens up about how she began this life-giving habit during a busy season of raising four children as a working mom. She shares how the daily discipline of reading God’s Word brought spiritual depth, practical peace, and a renewed relationship with the Lord. For anyone who has struggled to stay consistent in reading Scripture—especially young moms carrying guilt—Janet offers a grace-filled perspective and encourages listeners to start simply, without pressure. She also introduces the beautiful practice of praying Scripture—taking God's Word and speaking it back to Him as personal, powerful prayer. Describing the Bible as God’s love story, Janet reflects on how the Word has shaped her understanding of His character and direction for her life. She shares her favorite book of the Bible, the life verse that keeps her “Looking Up,” and how God continues to meet her through the pages of Scripture. Her return to the show is filled with encouragement, practical tips, and a closing prayer that will stir your heart to open your Bible and encounter the One who wrote it just for you. About the Guest:Janet McHenry is a national speaker, author, coach, and founder of the Sierra Valley Writers Retreat. She serves as the prayer coordinator at The Bridge Church in Reno, sits on the advisory council for First Place for Health, and is part of the state leadership team for the National Day of Prayer. Janet is also a Certified Life Coach through the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA). She speaks at retreats and conferences across the country, offering biblical encouragement to help others deepen their prayer life and connection to Scripture. Janet lives in Sierra Valley, California, where she hosts retreats and conversations that feed the soul and warm the heart. Book Spotlight:Looking Up: 365 Devotions for Bible Reading JoyThis inspiring devotional walks readers through the Bible from Genesis to Revelation with 365 daily readings. Each devotion includes a focus verse, a Scripture-based prayer, and an optional plan for reading through the Bible in a year. With over two decades of experience reading the entire Bible annually, Janet offers wisdom and joy to help others grow closer to God—one day, one verse, and one prayer at a time. Connect with Janet:Email: [email protected]: www.janetmchenry.com Closing Thought:If God’s Word truly is your compass, when was the last time you let it guide your next step? Let Janet’s story encourage you to open the pages again—with joy, curiosity, and the expectation that He will meet you there.

Episode Description

Date: April 4, 2025 Podcast Show Notes: Interview with Janet McHenry

Episode Highlights: We’re welcoming back a dear friend of the podcast, Janet McHenry, for a conversation filled with insight, wisdom, and warmth. Many know Janet as a woman of deep prayer and a dedicated prayer-walker, but in this episode, she returns to share another transformative practice in her life—reading through the entire Bible each year.

Janet opens up about how she began this life-giving habit during a busy season of raising four children as a working mom. She shares how the daily discipline of reading God’s Word brought spiritual depth, practical peace, and a renewed relationship with the Lord.

For anyone who has struggled to stay consistent in reading Scripture—especially young moms carrying guilt—Janet offers a grace-filled perspective and encourages listeners to start simply, without pressure. She also introduces the beautiful practice of praying Scripture—taking God's Word and speaking it back to Him as personal, powerful prayer.

Describing the Bible as God’s love story, Janet reflects on how the Word has shaped her understanding of His character and direction for her life. She shares her favorite book of the Bible, the life verse that keeps her “Looking Up,” and how God continues to meet her through the pages of Scripture.

Her return to the show is filled with encouragement, practical tips, and a closing prayer that will stir your heart to open your Bible and encounter the One who wrote it just for you.

About the Guest: Janet McHenry is a national speaker, author, coach, and founder of the Sierra Valley Writers Retreat. She serves as the prayer coordinator at The Bridge Church in Reno, sits on the advisory council for First Place for Health, and is part of the state leadership team for the National Day of Prayer. Janet is also a Certified Life Coach through the Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA).

She speaks at retreats and conferences across the country, offering biblical encouragement to help others deepen their prayer life and connection to Scripture. Janet lives in Sierra Valley, California, where she hosts retreats and conversations that feed the soul and warm the heart.

Book Spotlight: Looking Up: 365 Devotions for Bible Reading Joy This inspiring devotional walks readers through the Bible from Genesis to Revelation with 365 daily readings. Each devotion includes a focus verse, a Scripture-based prayer, and an optional plan for reading through the Bible in a year. With over two decades of experience reading the entire Bible annually, Janet offers wisdom and joy to help others grow closer to God—one day, one verse, and one prayer at a time.

Connect with Janet: Email: [email protected] Website: www.janetmchenry.com

Closing Thought: If God’s Word truly is your compass, when was the last time you let it guide your next step? Let Janet’s story encourage you to open the pages again—with joy, curiosity, and the expectation that He will meet you there.