The Leighann McCoy Podcast
by Leighann McCoy
My name is Leighann McCoy and I am the host of the Leighann McCoy podcast. We will meet people like you and me who have experienced God answer their prayers. You'll also hear from authors and prayer leaders and see how your prayer life will grow exponentially by listening to this podcast. You'll begin to hear God's voice more clearly and experience answers to your prayers. This prayer podcast isn't afraid to address the things that others are afraid to talk about and be transparent about trusting God when we pray. Please hit subscribe and share with your friends.
Episodes
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Church Ladies Uncensored: From Secrets to Testimonies with Beverly Williams
In this episode of the Church Ladies Uncensored series, Leighann McCoy shares a heartfelt conversation with Beverly Williams, a retired public health nurse manager and volunteer at the Middle Tennessee Pregnancy Center. Beverly opens up about her past, including a secret abortion when it was...
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Church Ladies Uncensored: From Brokeness to Redemption with Amanda Adamson
On this next episode of Church Ladies Uncensored we meet Amanda Adamson. In this heartfelt episode, Amanda Adamson shares her powerful story of overcoming severe domestic abuse, finding God amid the chaos, and experiencing profound healing through His grace. Her testimony offers hope and...
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Church Ladies Uncensored: Healing Through Sharing and Community with Rachel Menard
In this episode of the Leighann McCoy podcast, part of the Church Ladies Uncensored series, Leighann McCoy and her guest Rachel Menard discuss the transformative power of prayer and spiritual warfare. Rachel shares her personal journey of overcoming addiction, abuse, and mental health challenges...
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Church Ladies, Uncensored
In this episode of the Leighann McCoy podcast, Leighann introduces the new series "Church Ladies Uncensored," focusing on the power of truth and authenticity in spiritual journeys. The series aims to create a safe space for women to share their stories of struggle and triumph, emphasizing the...
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The Road to Bethlehem: The Word Becomes Flesh
In this final chapter of the 'Road to Bethlehem' series, we witness the culmination of Joseph and Mary's journey as they arrive in Bethlehem. The narrative captures the raw and intimate moments of Jesus' birth, highlighting the challenges and divine interventions along the way. The story…
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The Road to Bethlehem: Sand Storms and Holy Cities
In this episode of 'Road to Bethlehem,' we journey with Mary and Joseph as they leave Nazareth, facing the challenges of travel while Mary is in her third trimester. The episode captures the emotional farewells, the physical hardships of the journey, and the spiritual significance of their path.…
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The Road To Bethlehem: Two Babies, One Promise
The third part of The Road to Bethlehem takes listeners on a journey through Israel, following Mary as she travels to Elizabeth's home, witnessing miracles and facing challenges. It highlights the faith and courage of Mary, the wisdom of Elizabeth, and the strength of Joseph as they navigate...
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The Road to Bethlehem: Shattered Dreams and Sacred Assignments
In this episode of The Road to Bethlehem, we explore the emotional and spiritual journey of Joseph and Mary as they navigate the challenges of their divine calling. Joseph grapples with disbelief and heartbreak upon learning of Mary's pregnancy, but an angelic visitation restores his faith and...
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The Road to Bethlehem: A Secret and A Storm
In this first episode of The Road to Bethlehem season, Leighann takes us on a journey back to the beginning of the Nativity story, focusing on the human side of Christmas. We follow Mary as she shares her miraculous secret with her friend Sarah and prepares to tell Joseph, highlighting the fear,...
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Facing the Holidays with Estranged Children
In this heartfelt episode, Leighann McCoy addresses the emotional challenges faced by families during the holidays, especially those dealing with estranged children. She shares personal stories and offers five practical ways to reclaim joy, emphasizing the importance of focusing on Jesus and the...
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Prayer Matters
Leighann McCoy shares a powerful message on the transformative power of prayer and the Word of God, emphasizing the importance of spiritual warfare and the armor of God. She recounts personal stories and biblical teachings to inspire and empower listeners, reminding them that God's Word is a…
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I Couldn't Save Her
Leighann reflects on the 10-year journey of her daughter's abusive relationship and the healing process that followed. She shares insights on faith, resilience, and the impact on family dynamics, offering advice to parents in similar situations. Keywords abusive relationship, healing, faith,...
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A Decade Away From Darkness: Mikel's Journey Out of Domestic Violence
This episode marks a significant milestone for Mikel, celebrating 10 years since leaving a domestic violence situation. Mikel shares her journey of survival, healing, and rediscovery of self-worth, alongside her mother, Leighann. The conversation delves into the challenges faced, the support...
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Finding Peace in Divine Justice
In this episode of the Leighann McCoy podcast, Leighann delves into the power of prayer and spiritual warfare, focusing on the theme of freedom as a natural response to forgiveness. She addresses challenging questions about God's actions in the Old Testament, exploring the nature of divine…
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Freedom: What it is and what it isn't
Leighann explores the concept of freedom, discussing what it truly means and what it doesn't. She delves into the relationship between freedom and forgiveness, emphasizing the importance of releasing resentment and understanding one's belonging to God. Through personal anecdotes and biblical...
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Forgiveness: A Path to Spiritual Freedom with Heather Houle
In this episode, Leighann McCoy interviews Heather Houle about the profound journey of forgiveness. They discuss the challenges and spiritual growth that come with forgiving others and oneself, emphasizing the importance of letting go and trusting in God's plan. Heather shares personal stories of...
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Jesus is a Bodacious Promise Maker
In the episode "Jesus is a Bodacious Promise Maker" from the Leighann McCoy Podcast, Leighann explores the profound nature of Jesus' promises, emphasizing that they are deeply rooted in His character. The episode delves into the significance of abiding in Jesus, where His presence brings light to...
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Committing to Prayer in a World at War
Leighann reflects on the power of podcasting as a medium for sharing thoughts and feelings. She discusses the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk, exploring his impact and the boldness he exhibited in his life. The conversation transitions into a discussion on spiritual warfare, emphasizing the...
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Interview with Pamela Henkelman, an Empty Nest Coach
Join us as we dive into a heartfelt conversation with Pamela Henkelman, a certified empty nest coach and host of the Midlife Mama Podcast. Pamela shares her journey from being a full-time mom to becoming a coach who helps Christian moms navigate the transition to an empty nest with grace....
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Asking the Right Questions When Life Seems Wrong
In this episode, Leighann McCoy delves into the power of prayer and the importance of asking the right questions when life feels off track. Through personal reflections and spiritual insights, she encourages listeners to find peace and purpose amidst life's challenges.
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Interview with Rhonda Robinson
Join Leighann McCoy as she sits down with Rhonda Robinson, a mother of nine and grandmother, to discuss the joys and challenges of parenting. Rhonda shares her journey from marrying young to raising a large family, including children with special needs, and how her experiences have shaped her…
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The Prodigal Returned
Join Mikel McCoy as she shares her deeply personal journey of rebellion, redemption, and return. In this heartfelt episode, Mikel opens up about her experiences as a prodigal daughter, offering insights and hope to parents and prodigals alike. From the challenges of young love and family...
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Wrapping Up the Prodigal Parent Journey
Leighann wraps up the Prodigal parent Journey Series with some heartfelt praise to God during storms and struggle. She also reflects on the most recent catastrophic event in Texas. We are praying for the victims and families of the flooding in Texas. Listen for a special 30% off offer on our...
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Interview with Rebecca Gentzler (Prodigal Series)
In this episode of the Leighann McCoy podcast, Leighann and Rebecca Gentzler discuss the challenges and triumphs of parenting prodigals. They explore the power of prayer, the importance of community, and the lessons learned through pain and healing. Rebecca shares her personal journey, the impact...
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Interview with Julie and Pacer Cordry, Prodigal Child Ministries and Tom Co-Hosting
In this episode of the Leighann McCoy podcast, Leighann, along with her husband Tom, speaks with Julie and Pacer Cordry from Prodigal Child Ministries. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of parenting prodigals, the importance of community support, and the role of faith in navigating…
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6 Truths to Cling to While You’re Praying for Your Prodigal With Lori Hatcher
In this episode of the Leanne McCoy podcast, Leighann and Lori Hatcher discuss the challenges and truths surrounding parenting prodigals. Lori shares her personal journey and insights, emphasizing the importance of prayer, God's sovereignty, and the hope of redemption. They explore six key truths...
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The Transformative Power of Prayer for Your Prodigal with James Banks
In this engaging conversation, Leighann McCoy interviews James Banks, a pastor and bestselling author, about the transformative power of prayer, especially in the context of parenting prodigals. They discuss personal stories, the importance of community support, and the role of faith in…
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Interview with Lisa Cooke - Real Talk with a Pastor’s Wife About Her Prodigal
In this conversation, Lisa Cooke shares her journey as a parent of a prodigal child, discussing the challenges and experiences that shaped her understanding of parenting, faith, and community perception. She reflects on her family's ministry background, the signs of struggle she initially...
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Finding Hope in Prodigal Parenting with Phil Waldrep
In this conversation, Phil Waldrep shares his insights on parenting prodigals, discussing the emotional burden parents face, the importance of unconditional love, and the necessity of tough love. He emphasizes the need for parents to overcome guilt and offers six principles to guide them through...
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Navigating the Journey of Parenting Prodigals
In this episode of the Leighann McCoy Podcast, Leighann shares her journey of parenting prodigals, detailing the challenges and heartaches faced as her children made choices that diverged from their family's faith. She reflects on the picture-perfect life they once had, the turning point when her...
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Interview with Megan Jones
In this podcast you will meet Megan Jones. Megan is first a wife and mother; she’s enjoying farm life, and they don’t talk about it in the podcast but she and her husband have started Calvary Cattle Company where you can purchase beef from them! But she’s on the podcast today because of HER...
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Interview with Heather Teague, His Heart for Africa
In this week’s podcast episode I’m sharing an interview with one of them, Heather Teague. Heather is just a year older than my eldest child, and I had the privilege of teaching her in what we Southern Baptists call GA’s (Girls in Action). GA’s is a great missions education program many of our...
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Interview with Audra Smith
Audra is a mom to 5 beautiful kids, 2 boys and 3 girls, and just last month she added a daughter in law. She’s a teacher, an encourager, a cancer survivor, and a griever. Several years ago, I would have introduced Audra as a pastor’s wife. But today, she is a pastor’s widow. That’s what she calls...
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Interview with Evelyn Sherwood
In today’s podcast you will meet Evelyn Sherwood. Evelyn is a pastor’s wife from Indiana who has written two beautiful books specifically for people who need to be encouraged by the goodness of God when their lives might be falling apart. You’re going to love hearing about what was going on in...
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What’s the Big Deal about Fasting?
Fasting is a spiritual discipline and for those who follow Christ, it’s as mysterious and powerful as prayer—maybe more so! In this episode, Leighann shares what fasting is and how powerful her recent experience with a 40-Day fast was.
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When the Earth Shakes Under Your Feet
This is perhaps one of Leighann's most vulnerable episodes. She shares how she's making sense of her suffering, and how you can too!! Scripture you want to underline are these: Jeremiah 9:23-24 Romans 5:3-5
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Revisiting Deconstruction Interview with Gayla Parker
Join Leighann for this interview with Gayla Parker. What a fascinating woman!! You will enjoy her warmth and candor as she and Leighann discuss the challenge and opportunity to share the love of Jesus with people deconstructing their faith. Check out Gayla's bookActive Compassion
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Discussing Deconstruction with Casey Merrifield
In this episode, I am interviewing Casey Merrifield and we are discussing deconstruction. The conversation began in a webinar I was invited to at Lifeway Christian Resources. Their You Lead Webinars included an episode on Deconstruction in March 2024. That's where Casey and I met. We had this...
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Jesus' Spicy Grannies: Bathsheba
As part of our Spicy Grannies series we are visiting with Bathsheba today. This episode is for any woman who's ever felt exploited in any way--it's also for women who've been undone and wonder if anyone cares. God cares!! He knows you, He loves you, and He rewards your resilience. Let's see why...
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Jesus' Spicy Grannies: Rahab
We're spending some time with Jesus' Spicy Grannies; these are the women Matthew included in Jesus' genealogy (scandalous for him to include them), and discovering just how surprising God is!! This episode is all about Rahab, a prostitute whose people were enemies of Israel.
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Charm'd Series #2: Eve Charm'd By Forbidden Fruit
As we take a deep dive into Genesis 3, we see how Satan charms us to give him access to our lives. And although our disobedience results in consequences far out of our control. God has made a way for us to be redeemed through His Son, Jesus. If you'd like to participate in the Bible study that…
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Charm'd No More! Episode 1
During this 6 part series of podcasts, we are going to discover that the world has absolutely nothing that can even begin to compare with what God has for us. By studying the examples of women in the Bible we will learn to recognize the deceptive “charms” that the devil dangles in front of us and...
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Reflecting on "Retirement", Hope4America.us and Charmed
In this episode Leighann shares some "behind the scenes" reflections on her (and her husband Tom's) recent transition out of 35 years as senior pastor and wife at Thompson Station Church. Learn about her exciting new ministry adventure at Hope4America.us and hear about Charm'd, the new series...
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A Response to our Deconstruction Series with Selah Standish
Leighann never set out to learn so much about deconstruction but when her own daughter began the tumultuous journey, she was motivated to dig deep in hopes of reconnecting with her. On this episode (that completes our series on deconstruction), Leighann's daughter, Selah Standish share her candid...
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A Response to our Deconstruction Series with Selah Standish
Leighann never set out to learn so much about deconstruction but when her own daughter began the tumultuous journey, she was motivated to dig deep in hopes of reconnecting with her. On this episode (that completes our series on deconstruction), Leighann's daughter, Selah Standish share her candid...
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How Deconstruction Affects Us Part 3 in Deconstruction Series
In this final episode of the 3-part series where Leighann discusses deconstruction, she shares how loving a person who's deconstructing their faith affects you. This episode is for the parent, friend, sibling, spouse or other person who used to share the Christian faith with someone who is...
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Why Is Deconstruction Such a "Thing" Today?
In this episode Leighann shares 5 cultural realities that impact deconstruction; then tells you the two reasons people choose to deconstruct their faith; and what we can do in response to them. This episode isn't for the person deconstructing their faith but rather for the person who loves them....
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Reflections Series Part 4 of Born and Reared in Ministry
We wrap up our conversation with Mikel and Kaleigh in this episode. The girls give pastors and their wives some great advice and encouragement and then they share what they would tell their younger selves and what they want to say to other PKs. We had such a good time recording these episodes…
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Reflections Series Born and Reared in the Ministry Part 3
In this episode Mikel and Kaleigh give ministry parents advice on how to create safe space for their children to process and develop their own faith in the messy middle of the ministry home.
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Reflections Series Born and Reared in Ministry Part 2
In this episode Mikel and Kaleigh continue sharing their experiences of growing up in the ministry. Their honest reflections present a challenge to the church. Let's take Jesus' words to heart when He exhorted us to love each other well, don't forget that He said the world would know we are His...
About this show
My name is Leighann McCoy and I am the host of the Leighann McCoy podcast. We will meet people like you and me who have experienced God answer their prayers. You'll also hear from authors and prayer leaders and see how your prayer life will grow exponentially by listening to this podcast. You'll begin to hear God's voice more clearly and experience answers to your prayers. This prayer podcast isn't afraid to address the things that others are afraid to talk about and be transparent about trusting God when we pray. Please hit subscribe and share with your friends.
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