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The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast
by The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast
For over 25 years Proverbs 31 Ministries' mission has been to intersect God's Word in the real, hard places we all struggle with. That's why we started this podcast. Every episode will feature a variety of teachings from president Lysa TerKeurst, staff members or friends of the ministry who can teach you something valuable from their vantage point. We hope that regardless of your age, background or stage of life, it's something you look forward to listening to each month!
Episodes
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"Grasping for Guarantees" With Lysa TerKeurst
Sometimes the hardest part of trusting God isn’t believing that He has a plan ... It’s wondering whether His plan will be anything like the one we hoped for. In this episode, Lysa TerKeurst shares the first chapter of her new book, Making Peace with What I Can’t Control, and names a fear many of…
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“How To Apply God's Wisdom to Everyday Moments” With Alicia Bruxvoort, Kaley Olson, and Meredith Brock
Maybe we’ve made wisdom more complicated than God intended it to be. In this episode, Alicia Bruxvoort joins Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson to show us what the book of Proverbs actually teaches about becoming wise. You’ll discover why wisdom isn’t just about making the “right” decision — it’s…
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"Why Your Need for Control Is Wearing You Out" With Lysa TerKeurst
Are you feeling worn out from constantly overthinking, trying to fix the people around you, or attempting to figure out every detail of your future? In this episode, hosts Kaley Olson and Cailah Garcia sit down with Proverbs 31 Ministries President Lysa TerKeurst for an exclusive preview of her...
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“What's Holding You Back From God's Calling? | Lessons From the Life of Moses” With Becky Murray, Kaley Olson, and Meredith Brock
Have you ever sensed God leading you toward something, only to immediately feel unqualified, afraid, or unsure? Maybe you've wondered, Who am I to do what God is asking? In this encouraging conversation, Becky Murray joins Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson to explore the story of Moses in Exodus 3-4...
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“Before God Changes Your Situation, He Does This First | Ezekiel 37” With Oghosa Iyamu, Melissa Taylor, and Cailah Garcia
Have you ever looked at your circumstances and wondered, God, will things ever change? Whether you're walking through grief, disappointment, unanswered prayers, or a season that feels impossibly long, today's conversation is a reminder that God is still at work — even when nothing around you…
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"There's Always a Meanwhile" With Lysa TerKeurst | Special Anniversary Episode
What if, in the hardest season of your life, God is doing work you can't yet see? The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast hosts Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson relisten to the very first episode of the show and celebrate all God has done through the last eight years and 31 million downloads. You'll…
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“The Hidden Cause of Your Insecurity and How To Break Free” With Sharon Hodde Miller, Kaley Olson, and Cailah Garcia
Do you ever feel trapped by insecurity, comparison, or the pressure to prove yourself? In today’s episode, Kaley Olson and Cailah Garcia sit down with author, pastor, and speaker Sharon Hodde Miller to discuss a surprising source of insecurity that many women overlook. Through personal stories,...
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“When You Finally See the Impact of Your Yes” With Jennie Lusko, Meredith Brock, and Kaley Olson
Have you ever wondered if your small act of obedience is really making a difference? In today’s episode, Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson sit down with author and pastor Jennie Lusko to talk about the moment her “yes” became deeply personal. When Jennie and her family traveled to Bolivia to meet...
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“Rerouted: Are You Actually on the Right Road?” With Megan Fate Marshman, Kaley Olson, and Meredith Brock
What’s actually driving your life right now? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson sit down with Bible teacher and author Megan Fate Marshman to unpack one of Jesus’ most sobering teachings: the narrow road vs. the wide road. But this isn’t just about...
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“Are You Carrying More Than God Asked You To Carry?” With Kaitlin Chappell Rogers, Kaley Olson, and Meredith Brock
Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try … it’s still not enough? In today’s episode, Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson sit down with Proverbs 31 Ministries team member Kaitlin Chappell Rogers to talk about the quiet pressure so many of us carry — the pressure to do more, be better, and...
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“The Simple Shift That Will Change Your Prayer Life” With Wendy Blight, Kaley Olson, and Meredith Brock
Do you ever feel like you want to pray … but don’t know what to say? In today’s episode, Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson sit down with Wendy Blight to talk about a simple but powerful shift: praying God’s Word. Because when emotions run high — especially in the relationships that matter most —…
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“What If Your Yes Could Change a Life?” With Dr. Nujerling Vargas, Kaley Olson, and Meredith Brock
What if one small act of obedience could change the entire trajectory of someone’s life? In this powerful and deeply moving episode, Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson sit down with Dr. Nujerling Vargas — a neurosurgeon from the Dominican Republic whose story is nothing short of remarkable. From...
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“A Gentle Shift for the Girl Who’s Asking ‘Why Me?’” with Sharon Jaynes, Kaley Olson, and Cailah Garcia
What if the way you see your life could shift — not because your circumstances change but because your perspective does? In this powerful and story-rich episode, Cailah Garcia and Kaley Olson sit down with longtime friend of Proverbs 31 Ministries Sharon Jaynes to talk about the life-changing...
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“What To Do When You’re Afraid of Making the Wrong Decision” With Grace Valentine, Meredith Brock, and Cailah Garcia
Have you ever felt stuck trying to make the right decision — afraid one wrong move could mess everything up? In this honest and practical conversation, Meredith Brock and Cailah Garcia sit down with author and speaker Grace Valentine to talk about what it looks like to make decisions with God...
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“When You Don’t Know What To Pray — And You’re Wondering if God Is Near” With Lysa TerKeurst, Kaley Olson, and Cailah Garcia
If you’ve ever sat down to pray and felt unsure of what to say — or wondered whether God is actually listening — this episode is for you. In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Kaley Olson and Cailah Garcia sit down with Lysa TerKeurst to talk about what prayer really is: not a performance,...
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“Taming Your Thoughts: Three Tools to Renew Your Mind” With Max Lucado
Our thoughts are busy places — full of worries, assumptions, memories, and what-ifs that can quietly shape how we live and respond to the world around us. And while no one has a perfectly manicured mind, Scripture reminds us that we don’t have to be ruled by every thought that shows up. In…
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“When God Doesn’t Remove the Hard Thing — But Meets You in It” With Sarah Freymuth, Meredith Brock, and Kaley Olson
If you hoped this year would feel lighter by now — but you’re still in the same hard place — this episode is for you. In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Meredith Brock and Kaley Olson sit down with Sarah Freymuth to explore what God may be doing when the struggle doesn’t lift. Through...
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“Grace That Saves … and Keeps You: Understanding the Gift You Can’t Earn” With Kristel Acevedo, Meredith Brock, and Kaley Olson
We talk about grace a lot — but do we actually understand it? For many of us, grace feels like the doorway into faith … yet something we quietly try to “maintain” through our own effort. What if God never intended you to earn what He freely gives? In today’s episode, writer and Bible teacher...
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“Can We Really Trust the Bible — and Jesus Himself?” A Conversation With Dr. Joel Muddamalle
What if your confidence in Jesus didn’t have to rest on feelings alone — but on real, compelling evidence? In this episode, Kaley Olson and Meredith Brock sit down with Dr. Joel Muddamalle to explore why Christians can trust both the Bible and the historical Jesus with clarity and confidence.…
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“Receiving the Love That Changes Everything: An Advent Conversation” With Wendy Blight, Ellen Adkins, and Kaley Olson
Christmas is the story of Love stepping toward us — yet for many of us, love is still the place where our deepest questions live. Why is it hard to give? Why is it even harder to receive? And what does Advent have to do with it? In this final Advent episode, Kaley Olson, Wendy Blight, and Ellen...
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“Choosing Joy in the Midst of Suffering: An Advent Conversation” With Wendy Blight, Ellen Adkins, and Kaley Olson
Joy sounds simple at Christmastime … until life brings loss, disappointment, or unanswered prayers. In this Advent episode, Wendy Blight joins Kaley Olson and Ellen Adkins to share how Jesus brings joy — not to replace suffering but right in the middle of it. Through Wendy’s honest personal story...
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“How Jesus Brings Peace to Our Chaos: An Advent Conversation” With Wendy Blight, Ellen Adkins, and Kaley Olson
When life feels unsettled, peace can feel impossible to find. In this Advent episode, Ellen Adkins joins Kaley Olson and Wendy Blight to unpack the deeper meaning of “shalom” — not just the absence of conflict but the presence of wholeness. Together, they trace the story of peace from the garden…
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“Finding Real Hope When Life Hurts: An Advent Conversation With Wendy Blight, Ellen Adkins, and Kaley Olson”
When the holidays feel heavy, hope can feel far away. In this Advent episode, Bible teacher Wendy Blight joins Kaley Olson and Ellen Adkins to show how Jesus brings real hope into the places where we feel most broken. Through Scripture and Wendy’s powerful personal story, you’ll discover why...
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“3 Rhythms To Help You Reconnect With God” With Amanda Jass
If your days feel rushed and your soul feels weary, this episode is for you. Our friend Amanda Jass joins us to share how three simple rhythms — Know, Grow, and Go — can help you slow down, reconnect with God, and live with purpose right where you are. Through her personal story and wisdom from...
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"When Forgiveness Feels Unfair" With Lysa TerKeurst
Forgiveness can sometimes feel like an unfair gift we have to give someone else. But what if it's actually God's prescription for our own hearts to heal? In this deeply personal episode, Lysa TerKeurst opens up about what it really looks like to practice forgiveness when it seems undeserved or…
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"How to Talk to God When You're Hurting" with Madelynn Reyes
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by heartache that you didn't even want to talk to God? When loss, grief, and suffering pile up one after another, it's easy to feel stuck — angry, exhausted, and wondering where God is in the middle of it all. In this deeply personal episode, Madelynn Reyes…
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“When Shame Feels Louder Than the Truth” With Erin Rae Peace
Do you ever feel like you’re carrying years of disappointment, shame, or questions about whether God hears you? Maybe you’ve prayed for healing, longed for comfort, or simply wondered if you’re worth His attention. In this episode, Erin Rae Peace joins us to unpack the story of the woman with the...
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“Does God Really See Me?” With Oghosa Iyamu
Have you ever wondered if God really sees you — your struggles, your desires, even the parts of your story you’d rather hide? In this episode, Bible teacher, writer, and speaker Oghosa Iyamu joins Meredith and Kaley to unpack the story of Hagar in Genesis 16 — a woman who felt unseen, overlooked,...
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“God’s Good Design: Reframing the Way You See Yourself” With Lisa Whittle
Have you ever looked in the mirror and immediately started critiquing what you see? From body image struggles to chronic illness, infertility, or the natural process of aging, so many of us carry quiet shame and exhaustion when it comes to our bodies. In this episode, bestselling author and Bible...
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"Our Job Is Obedience; God's Job Is Everything Else" With Lysa TerKeurst
In this special behind-the-scenes episode, you’re invited to pull up a chair at the Proverbs 31 Ministries staff meeting as Lysa TerKeurst shares a powerful teaching on what to do when we feel tempted to take control of a situation or step in where it seems God isn't doing what we think He should...
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"Am I Really Called to THIS?" With Nicki Koziarz
Have you ever looked around and wondered, Is this really it? Or is God calling me to something more? In this episode, Meredith Brock, Kaley Olson, and Nicki Koziarz share how a trip to El Salvador with Compassion International unexpectedly shifted their perspective on calling and obedience and…
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“God Can’t Lift an Unbowed Head” — A Special Message From Meredith Brock
If you’ve ever felt the pressure to figure it all out, force it to happen, or keep your head up even when your heart’s worn out — this message is for you. In this keynote from She Speaks, Meredith Brock shares her honest story of learning to surrender the striving and live from a place of trust...
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“Faith, Work, and the Power of Ordinary Obedience” With Jordan Raynor and Kaleigh Cox
Ever wonder if what you’re doing — especially as a mom — is really making a difference? Whether you’re leading in a boardroom or just trying to keep up with the laundry, this conversation is for you. Authors Jordan Raynor and Kaleigh Cox join us to talk about the surprising influence of faithful...
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"If You Feel Like You Disappointed God" With Lynn Cowell
Whether you're someone who believes you have let God down or you've carried wounds from your earthly father that make it hard to trust your heavenly One, this conversation will meet you right where you are. In this episode with special guest and author Lynn Cowell, you'll learn: A fresh…
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"The Secret to Really Loving Your Neighbor" With Jada Edwards
If loving those around you (or even online) has felt difficult lately, could it be because you've been trying to do it all in your own strength? Instead of attempting to muster up enough patience and kindness on our own, God has a better path for us. In this episode with Jada Edwards, you'll...
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“Is That the Holy Spirit or Just Me?” With Margaret Feinberg
When it comes to understanding the Holy Spirit, many of us feel unsure. We might grasp the idea of God the Father and Jesus the Son … but the Holy Spirit? That feels harder to define. In this episode, author and Bible teacher Margaret Feinberg joins us to unpack who the Holy Spirit is, where we…
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"How Parenting With God’s Help Brings Peace" With Bridget van Zyl
Parenting is one of the most challenging and rewarding roles we can take on. What if we told you that you don’t have to do it alone? In this episode, Bridget van Zyl, author of Wired to Parent, shares her wisdom on how partnering with God in your parenting journey can bring peace and perspective....
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"The Secret That Almost Broke Me" With Anne Beiler
Have you ever carried a secret so heavy that it began to shape your life? In today’s episode, Anne Beiler — founder of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels — shares her powerful testimony of walking through unimaginable grief and trauma and how one moment of courageous vulnerability transformed her story....
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“God’s Faithfulness in Life’s Hardest Moments” With Wendy Blight
Suffering isn’t something we choose, but it’s something we all face. In today’s episode, Wendy Blight courageously shares her journey through unimaginable hardship and reveals the truth that God meets us in our suffering — not only to sustain us but to strengthen our faith. Wendy shows us that...
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"Questions and Doubts Don’t Make You a Bad Christian" With Lysa TerKeurst and Craig Groeschel
God doesn't want tidy thoughts from us — He wants a real, authentic relationship with us. In this episode with Lysa TerKeurst and Craig Groeschel, you'll learn: Why doubts and questions are not your enemy. How "deconstruction" can be a path to a more mature, authentic faith. How God welcomes us…
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“How To Trust God When You Don’t Have All the Answers” With Abby McDonald
When life feels uncertain, we often want God to give us a clear sign. But what if His voice is showing up in quieter ways? In this episode, author Abby McDonald shares how she’s learning to let go of control and trust God even without all the details. If you’ve ever felt stuck waiting for…
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"30 Minutes of Wisdom: A Q&A With Lysa TerKeurst"
Have you ever wished you could meet up with Lysa TerKeurst for coffee? Well, we invited her to come on the podcast so she could answer the questions you’d likely ask her! In this episode, you will learn: How to discern God's voice from your own. When to rest and when to press through. How to say...
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“For the Girl Who Has High Expectations for Herself” With Jasmine Kromah
Friend, it’s honorable that you want to do all things with excellence. But sometimes we set the bar too high. In this episode, our new guest and Proverbs 31 Ministries teammate Jasmine Kromah shares how her background as a dancer and oldest sibling shaped her struggle with perfectionism. With…
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“How To Escape the Comparison Trap” With Laura L. Smith
What if comparison didn't have to steal your joy or distract you from your purpose any longer? In today's episode, Laura L. Smith — author of Brave Woman, Mighty God — shares how the biblical story of Mary and Martha reveals that our differences aren't flaws but divine design. You'll discover how...
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"There Is Always Room: The Power of Fearless Generosity" With Pastor Richmond Wandera
Pastor Richmond Wandera shares his powerful journey from poverty in Uganda to becoming a pastor and nonprofit founder. His story reveals how one sponsor's monthly gift and his mother's fearless generosity transformed not just his life but an entire community. In this episode you'll learn: How…
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"A Five-Step Framework for Navigating a Hard Conversation" With Lysa TerKeurst
Healing from broken trust is something that can't be achieved overnight. It's a process that takes time, prayer and often times a conversation for true repairs to be made. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to process both major betrayals and smaller breaches of trust. Why broken trust cannot be...
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“Your Body Isn’t the Problem” With Jess Connolly
What if the way you talk about yourself could actually bring freedom instead of shame? In today’s episode, Jess Connolly — author of Breaking Free from Body Shame — shares how shifting our words can transform our thoughts, relationships and even our faith. In this episode you’ll learn: How small,...
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"Does God Actually Call Us To Be Vulnerable?" With Dr. Joel Muddamalle
"Vulnerability" is one of those words that we would all probably define a little differently. That's why Dr. Joel Muddamalle is taking us straight to God's Word to answer the question: Does the Bible instruct us to embrace vulnerability as followers of Christ? In this episode, you’ll learn: The...
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"How To Slow Down When Life Can't Stop" With Laura Smith
Does it ever feel like you're juggling a million things, just hoping everything doesn't come crashing down? We want to experience rest, but if we're honest, sometimes we're just trying to survive the day and complete our to-do list. In this episode, author Laura Smith points us to the places in...
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“Living in God’s Overflow: Overcoming Scarcity Thinking” With Whitney Lowe
What if feeling “not enough” is actually God’s way of inviting you into His abundance? In this episode, Whitney Lowe unpacks how scarcity shapes our lives and how trusting God’s promises can transform everything. In this episode, you’ll learn: How a scarcity mindset can subtly impact your faith…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
For over 25 years Proverbs 31 Ministries' mission has been to intersect God's Word in the real, hard places we all struggle with. That's why we started this podcast. Every episode will feature a variety of teachings from president Lysa TerKeurst, staff members or friends of the ministry who can teach you something valuable from their vantage point. We hope that regardless of your age, background or stage of life, it's something you look forward to listening to each month!
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For over 25 years Proverbs 31 Ministries' mission has been to intersect God's Word in the real, hard places we all struggle with. That's why we started this podcast. Every episode will feature a variety of teachings from president Lysa TerKeurst, staff members or friends of the ministry who can...
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