The Spiritual Reset Podcast

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Embracing Hope Through Infertility and Pregnancy Loss with Heather LaVinge Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and speaker Heather LaVigne about her journey through infertility, miscarriage, and deep grief. Heather shares the emotional and spiritual toll of multiple losses, the struggle of feeling disconnected from God, and the shame many women silently carry. Through years of waiting, heartbreak, and unexpected turns, she discovered how God meets us even in our darkest seasons. Her story reminds listeners that faith can grow even in suffering, and God’s presence remains, even when it feels hidden. What You’ll Learn • The difference between primary and secondary infertility • How to navigate grief, shame, and spiritual disconnection • How God restores faith through community and truth About Heather LaVigne Heather LaVigne is an author, speaker, and former nurse practitioner with a passion for walking alongside women experiencing infertility, pregnancy loss, and grief. Through her story and teaching, she encourages women to encounter God in their pain and rediscover hope. She lives in Michigan with her husband and children. Connect with Heather: Instagram: @heatherlavigneauthor Facebook: Heather LaVigne Website: www.heatherlavigneauthor.com

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: What God Can Do Through Homelessness with Toni Campbell Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and speaker Toni Campbell about her unexpected journey through financial hardship and near homelessness. Toni shares how a sudden legal situation forced her to sell her home, leading her into a season of uncertainty where she questioned God’s provision. Yet through every obstacle, God faithfully provided in unexpected ways, closing financial gaps and guiding her step by step. Her story is a powerful reminder that even when life feels unstable, God is still at work behind the scenes. What You’ll Learn • How to trust God when your finances feel uncertain • Why hardship doesn’t mean God has abandoned you • How God provides in unexpected and creative ways • The importance of community during difficult seasons About Toni Campbell Toni Campbell is an award-winning Christian author, speaker, and benevolence director passionate about connecting people to Jesus and the resources they need. With a background in human resources, radio, and education, she now helps others navigate hardship with faith and hope. Her experiences have deepened her compassion for those facing financial struggles and homelessness. Connect with Toni: Website: tonicampbell.org

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Thriving During Church Hurt with Amy Joob Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and speaker Amy Joob about church hurt, healing, and restoration. Amy shares her story of experiencing deep pain within her church during a season of grief, and how it impacted her faith. Through prayer, community, and a pursuit of restoration, she began to heal and reconnect with God. Her story is a reminder that even when people fail us, God remains faithful. What You’ll Learn • How to navigate church hurt in a healthy way • The difference between revenge and restoration • How to stay connected to God through pain • Why community matters in the healing process About Amy Joob Amy Joob is an author, certified life coach, and speaker who helps women walk in their God-given identity and purpose. Through her ministry and personal experiences, she encourages others to heal, grow, and live with bold faith. Connect with Amy: Website: https://amyjoob.com/ Instagram: @amyjoob1 Facebook: Amy Joob

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Immigration, ICE and How to treat the Foreigners and Aliens Among You with Mabel Ninan Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and speaker Mabel Ninan about immigration, identity, and finding belonging in Christ. Mabel shares her journey from India to the United States and the challenges of loneliness, constant moving, and losing her sense of identity. Through seasons of disconnection and searching for purpose, she discovered that true home is found in intimacy with God. Her story reminds listeners that even when life feels uncertain, our identity and belonging are secure in Him. What You’ll Learn • How to find your identity when everything familiar is stripped away • How to reconnect with God in seasons of isolation • Why an eternal perspective changes how we see our struggles About Mabel Ninan Mabel Ninan is a writer, speaker, and Bible teacher who encourages believers to fix their eyes on Jesus through life’s challenges. Her award-winning book Far From Home: Discovering Your Identity as Foreigners on Earth explores faith, identity, and purpose through the lens of immigration. She also hosts the Far From Home with Mabel Ninan podcast, where she helps Christians think biblically about faith and life. Connect with Mabel: Website: https://mabelninan.com/ Podcast: Far From Home with Mabel Ninan

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Embracing Singleness with Sue Donaldson Host Michelle Lazurek talks with speaker and author Sue Donaldson about waiting on God through long seasons of singleness. Sue shares how she wrestled with disappointment, surrender, and trusting God when marriage didn’t happen when she expected. Through missions work, honest prayers, and continual surrender, she learned that waiting isn’t about circumstances changing but about drawing closer to God. Her story encourages listeners to trust God’s timing and find community even in seasons of longing. What You’ll Learn • How to trust God while waiting for something you deeply desire • Why surrendering your plans to God matters • How faith grows in seasons of uncertainty • Why building community is essential during lonely seasons About Sue Donaldson Sue Donaldson is a speaker, author, and podcast host who encourages others to build community and connect deeply with God. She hosts the Welcome Heart: Living a Legacy Life podcast and writes at Welcome Heart, where she shares about hospitality, faith, and relationships.  Connect with Sue: Instagram: @suemooredonaldson Website: https://welcomeheart.com/ Podcast: Welcome Heart: Living a Legacy Life

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Thriving with Chronic Illness with Lauren Gaskill Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and speaker Lauren Gaskill about walking through long seasons of illness, unanswered prayers, and learning to trust God through it all. Lauren shares how years of chronic pain and emotional struggles left her with questions about healing and God’s presence. Through daily surrender and the decision to keep showing up before God, she discovered that faith often grows slowly in the waiting. Her story is a reminder that even in hardship, God is still working and bringing hope. What You’ll Learn • How to keep trusting God through long seasons of pain • Why showing up daily before God matters • How God can bring healing through slow transformation • Why remembering God’s faithfulness builds lasting faith About Lauren Gaskill Lauren Gaskill is an author, speaker, and the founder of the She Found Joy podcast and retreats. She is passionate about helping others encounter Jesus and experience transformation through His love. Her book Until the Miracle Comes shares her journey through chronic illness, faith, and the hope found in trusting God through every season. Instagram: @lauren.gaskill Facebook: @lauren.gaskill.inspires Website: www.laurengaskillinspires.com

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Enduring Spiritual and Physical Crises with Lori Ann Wood Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and speaker Lori Ann Wood about faith, silence, and finding purpose in pain. Lori shares how a sudden diagnosis of end-stage heart failure turned her world upside down and led to deep questions about God’s goodness. After years of waiting, praying, and hearing nothing, she learned that silence didn’t mean absence. God was still working behind the scenes, shaping her heart and her faith. Through that detour, Lori found strength, hope, and a message she now shares with others walking through hard seasons. What You’ll Learn • How to trust God when He feels silent • What it means to carry what can’t be fixed • How questions can strengthen faith • Why adversity can lead to deeper purpose About Lori Ann Wood Lori Ann Wood is a writer, speaker, and American Heart Association Ambassador who encourages others to seek God in life’s detours. Her award-winning book Divine Detour: The Path You’d Never Choose Can Lead to the Faith You’ve Always Wanted has reached readers around the world. She lives in Northwest Arkansas with her husband, sharing her story to help others find hope through faith. Learn more: https://loriannwood.com/

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Turning Trials into Triumph with Holly Andrews Host Michelle Lazurek sits down with Holly Andrews for a conversation about heartbreak, faith, and learning to trust God when life falls apart. Holly shares her story of walking through a painful marriage, betrayal, and the deep grief of losing what she thought her future would be. In the middle of her lowest moments, she discovered God was still present. Through honesty and gentle humor, Holly reminds listeners that God doesn’t waste pain, he rewrites it with purpose. What You’ll Learn • How to trust God when life doesn’t go as planned • Why healing starts with surrender and not control • How God can use heartbreak to shape new purpose About Holly Andrews Holly Andrews is a writer, speaker, and ministry leader who helps women find hope in hard places. After walking through divorce and deep personal loss, she now shares her story to encourage others facing disappointment and broken dreams. Holly is passionate about helping women rediscover their identity in Christ and believe that God can turn any trial into triumph. www.hollyandrewscoaching.com  

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Having Hope When Life is Crumbling Around You with Lara Silverman Host Michelle Lazurek welcomes author, performer, and lawyer Lara Silverman for a powerful conversation about chronic illness, loss, and faith. After facing a rare neurological disease that left her bedridden and losing her husband to cancer, Lara opens up about finding hope when life falls apart. She shares how deep pain revealed God’s constant presence and how joy can coexist with grief. Through her story, Lara encourages others to trust that God is working even when healing does not come, showing that suffering can lead to deeper intimacy with Him. What You’ll Learn • How to find joy in the middle of deep grief and uncertainty • What Scripture teaches about the purpose of suffering • How intimacy with God grows through loss and surrender About Lara Silverman Lara Silverman is a Christian author, lawyer, jazz singer, and comedic actress. A graduate of Stanford Law School and UC Berkeley, she built a successful legal career before becoming severely ill in 2018. Though now mostly bedridden, Lara continues to write, sing, and create. She co-founded The Silverman Show, blending music, faith, and humor, and performs as Mrs. Serious in her viral online comedy series. Lara’s story inspires others to cling to God’s love through pain and remember that the story is never over. Instagram: @larapalanjian YouTube: The Silverman Show

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Surviving Traumatic Injury with Peg Arnold Host Michelle Lazurek welcomes author, counselor, and speaker Peg Arnold for an inspiring conversation about faith, healing, and purpose. After a knee injury shortly after relocating across the country, Peg found herself forced into stillness and dependency, questioning God’s plan. She shares how humility, gratitude, and Scripture became her lifeline and how God used her recovery to birth new ministry opportunities and deeper trust. Through her story, Peg reminds listeners that God never wastes pain. What You’ll Learn • How to find peace and gratitude when life takes an unexpected turn • What Scripture teaches about trusting God through loss and recovery • How God can transform pain into purpose and new beginnings About Peg Arnold Peg Arnold is an author, speaker, counselor, and founder of Wonder of Women Ministries. With a master’s degree in counseling and years of ministry experience, she connects through storytelling and biblical teaching. After an injury changed her life, Peg discovered new depth in her walk with God and a passion for helping others. She is the author of Devotions for the Distracted Heart and Making Your Message Memorable. Website: www.peggarnold.org Facebook & Instagram: Peg Arnold

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Turning Tragedy into Triumph with Bill High Host Michelle Lazurek sits down with author and Legacy Stone CEO Bill High for an inspiring conversation about grief, legacy, and faith through loss. After losing his father at age twelve, Bill discovered how God can bring healing from pain and purpose from tragedy. He shares how journaling became a tool for connection with God and how trust grows through life’s hardest seasons. Now leading families to live with eternal impact, Bill reminds listeners that every broken story can be redeemed through God’s mercy and love. What You’ll Learn • How grief can deepen faith and reveal God’s purpose • Why journaling can open the door to healing • What it means to trust God through risk and uncertainty About Bill High Bill High is CEO of Legacy Stone, a ministry helping families pass down faith and values for generations. He is coauthor of Leadership Not by the Book with Hobby Lobby founder David Green and author of The Legacy Life: Leading Your Family to Make a Difference for Eternity. Bill and his wife, Brooke, live in Kansas City and are proud parents and grandparents. Website: www.legacystone.com

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Surviving Multiple Miscarriages with Deb Coty Host Michelle Lazurek sits down with author and speaker Deb Coty for a heartfelt conversation about loss, faith, and finding hope after heartbreak. After walking through six miscarriages and the pain of infertility, Deb shares how God met her in grief and brought joy through adoption. She opens up about reading Psalms for comfort, trusting God’s timing, and discovering how pain can become purpose. Now helping others heal through her writing and teaching, Deb reminds listeners that God brings beauty even from the deepest loss. What You’ll Learn • How to sense God’s presence in loss and uncertainty • Why trusting God’s timing brings peace and renewal • How adoption can reveal God’s faithfulness and joy About Deb Coty Deb Coty is an award-winning author and writing coach known for her Too Blessed to Be Stressed series and Bless Your Heart devotional. After facing years of infertility and miscarriage, she now helps others find healing through faith, humor, and honesty. Through her books, community, and teaching, Deb encourages believers to rest in God’s peace. Website: www.deboracoty.com  

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Raising Kids Who Struggle with Addiction with Dr. Janelle Martin Host Michelle Lazurek sits down with counselor and author Dr. Janelle Martin for an emotional conversation about parenting, surrender, and redemption. When Janelle’s daughter battled addiction through her teen years, faith became her anchor in the storm. She shares the heartbreak of watching her child suffer, the lessons learned in letting go, and how God brought healing to their family. Today, Janelle and her daughter walk in recovery together, helping others find hope through trauma and grace. What You’ll Learn • How addiction affects the whole family • What surrendering control to God truly means • How faith and therapy work together for healing About Dr. Janelle Martin Dr. Janelle Martin is a licensed counselor, neurofeedback specialist, and author of Losing Her, Finding Us, a memoir of parenting through addiction and recovery. She leads The Mind Connection, a holistic brain health center focused on trauma and renewal. Janelle and her daughter now share their story to bring hope and healing to others. Website: www.ourbeautifulrecovery.com    

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Surviving Spousal Trauma with Kimberly Haar Host Michelle Lazurek sits down with therapist and author Kimberly Haar for an honest conversation about betrayal, grief, and finding healing through faith. Kimberly shares her journey of walking through trauma, facing fear and anger, and learning to bring her pain before God. She opens up about setting boundaries, leaning on community, and rediscovering hope when trust feels impossible. Through her story, Kimberly reminds listeners that healing is possible. What You’ll Learn • How to process trauma while staying honest with God • Why community and therapy are vital to healing • How forgiveness and faith work together in recovery About Kimberly Haar Kimberly Haar is a licensed therapist, speaker, and writer who helps people move from pain to purpose through her practice, There’s Hope! Counseling in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She also cohosts the Keepin’ It Real! podcast and contributes to the Oasis Radio Network, sharing messages of faith and resilience. Her new book, Surviving Spousal Trauma, offers practical wisdom for finding freedom and renewal through Christ. Website: www.kimberlyhaar.com  

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Coping with Health Challenges with Dr. Michelle Bengtson Host Michelle Lazurek sits down with neuropsychologist and author Dr. Michelle Bengtson for an honest conversation about illness, faith, and healing. After walking through depression, chronic pain, and multiple battles with cancer, Michelle shares how God’s presence helped her through suffering. She opens up about trusting God when your body fails, finding strength in Scripture, and embracing community in hard times. Through her story, Michelle reminds listeners that spiritual health is key to true healing and that God can use even our scars for His glory. What You’ll Learn • How to trust God through illness and uncertainty • Why spiritual health matters in physical recovery • How Scripture and community bring lasting hope About Dr. Michelle Bengtson Dr. Michelle Bengtson is a board-certified neuropsychologist, speaker, and best-selling author of Hope Prevails and Breaking Anxiety’s Grip. A three-time cancer survivor, she hosts the Your Hope-Filled Perspective podcast and shares over 30 years of clinical experience with biblical truth to help others find peace and healing through faith. Website: www.drmichelleb.com

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Placing Hope in God with Your Health with Pam Farrel Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and ministry leader Pam Farrel about walking with God through health struggles. Pam shares how her faith grew from a young age and how she continues to trust God while facing cancer. She opens up about finding comfort in Scripture, choosing joy even in pain, and seeing God’s hand in everyday moments. Through her story, Pam encourages listeners to keep their hope in God and believe that He brings peace and purpose through every trial. What You’ll Learn • How to lean on God’s Word during hard times • Why choosing joy helps in seasons of suffering • Simple ways to stay close to God through illness About Pam Farrel Pam Farrel is an author, speaker, and cofounder of Love-Wise Ministry, where she helps people grow in faith and relationships. She has written more than sixty books and shares how her own cancer journey has deepened her trust in God. Website: www.love-wise.com  

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Reclaiming Your Identity with Susan Eastham Host Michelle Lazurek sits down with Bible teacher and author Susan Eastham for an honest conversation about loss, faith, and rediscovering God in the hardest seasons of life. After losing her husband unexpectedly, Susan shares how grief led her to a deeper understanding of God’s love and provision. She opens up about the challenges of widowhood, financial struggles, and spiritual renewal, showing how God meets us when all else is stripped away. Now a Bible study leader and debut fiction author, Susan encourages others to know God personally, not just know about Him. What You’ll Learn • How reading the Bible to truly know God transforms faith • What it means to pray without ceasing through pain and uncertainty • How God uses loss to shape a richer, more authentic spiritual life About Susan Eastham Susan Eastham is a longtime women’s Bible teacher, conference speaker, and author. A graduate of the College of Biblical Studies and Dallas Theological Seminary, she has taught the Bible for decades but found new depth through personal loss. Her debut novel, The Widow on Wampanoag Way, inspired by her own widowhood, explores themes of grief, identity, and renewal. Susan mentors women, cares for dementia patients, and leads a weekly Bible study called The Tuesday Girls. Facebook: Susan Eastham Book: The Widow on Wampanoag Way (releasing soon on Kindle, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble)

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Leveling Up Your Bible Reading with Melissa McLaughlin Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and former teacher Melissa McLaughlin about faith, failure, and finding new life in God’s Word. Melissa shares how her plan to read the Bible with her family didn’t go as expected and how that left her feeling ashamed and discouraged. But through prayer and God’s grace, what seemed like failure became a story of redemption. She explains how God turned that season into the inspiration for her book, The Whole Bible Devotional, a guide to seeing Jesus in every part of Scripture. What You’ll Learn • How to let go of shame and start fresh with God • Why failure can lead to new growth in faith • How to stay steady when your spiritual life feels dry About Melissa McLaughlin Melissa McLaughlin is a former teacher turned Christian author who loves helping others grow closer to Jesus through His Word. Her book, The Whole Bible Devotional, was born out of her own struggles and shows how God can use disappointment for good. Melissa encourages readers to keep trusting God and to see His presence in every season. Website: www.melissamclaughlin.org  

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Doing the Right Things for the Wrong Reasons with Sandra Lovelace Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and mentor Sandra Lovelace about identity, burnout, and finding your way back to God. After years of ministry as a pastor’s wife and missionary, Sandra found herself emotionally drained and unsure who she was apart from serving others. She shares how unhealed pain shaped her choices and how God led her to slow down and begin healing from the inside out. Through her story, Sandra encourages others to care for their mind, body, and spirit so they can walk in true freedom and connection with God. What You’ll Learn • How past wounds can shape your faith and identity • Why constant serving can lead to burnout • Simple ways to reconnect with God and find peace About Sandra Lovelace Sandra Lovelace is an author, speaker, and trauma-informed mentor who helps women heal and rediscover who they are in Christ. A former pastor’s wife and missionary, she now uses a mind-body-spirit approach to guide others toward wholeness and freedom. Website: www.sandraallenlovelace.com

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Navigating Trials with Janet McHenry Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and speaker Janet McHenry about faith, grief, and trusting God through hard seasons. After her husband faced a wrongful conviction following a deadly blizzard on their ranch, Janet went through years of legal battles and spiritual confusion. She shares how God showed up in unexpected ways through an old devotional and the love of her community when she couldn’t connect with Scripture. Today, Janet leads Bible studies and writes devotionals to help others find God in the middle of their pain. What You’ll Learn • How God can meet us even in spiritual silence • The importance of community during trials • Encouragement for facing legal or personal struggles About Janet McHenry Janet McHenry is a national speaker, former teacher, and author of 27 books including Prayer Walk and Looking Up. She leads prayer ministries, creates online courses to help people grow in prayer, and serves on the National Day of Prayer California Leadership Team. Janet and her husband live in Northern California with their four children. Website: www.janetmchenry.com  

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Navigating Cancer Amidst Additional Hardships with Katherine Pasour Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and speaker Katherine Pasour about walking through her husband’s cancer battle during the COVID-19 pandemic. Katherine shares what it was like to care for her husband through isolation and fear, and how she wrestled with grief, anger, and questions for God along the way. Through it all, she saw God’s faithfulness in small acts of kindness and the love of her community. Her story offers honest encouragement for anyone facing loss or hardship. What You’ll Learn • What caregiving looks like during serious illness • Why it’s okay to bring hard emotions to God • How community helps us heal • Ways God brings new purpose after loss About Katherine Pasour Katherine Pasour is an author, speaker, teacher, and advocate for faith and wellness. She writes about healthy living and spiritual growth and is the author of Honoring God with My Body and Stay the Course. She also contributes to Lighthouse Bible Studies, Arise Daily Devotions, and Living by Design Ministries. Learn more: https://www.katherinepasour.com/  

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Surviving a Stalker with Sarah Geringer Host Michelle Lazurek talks with writer and speaker Sarah Geringer about faith, fear, and holding on to God in the middle of trauma. Sarah shares her story of stepping out in obedience, only to face unexpected opposition and fear. Through tears and prayer, she discovered how God’s presence can calm even the deepest storms. Sarah opens up about learning to trust again, rebuilding strength through Scripture, and finding healing after spiritual attack. Her story offers comfort and courage for anyone walking through dark seasons. What You’ll Learn • What spiritual attack can look like in everyday life • Why staying rooted in prayer and Scripture brings peace • When to seek counseling or support after trauma • How God restores strength and faith through hardship About Sarah Geringer Sarah Geringer is a writer, speaker, and artist who helps others find peace in God’s Word. She is the author of seven books, including Transforming Your Thought Life, and hosts a podcast focused on healing and faith. Sarah lives in southeast Missouri, where she shares her story to encourage others toward hope and wholeness. https://www.sarahgeringer.com/

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Navigating spiritual Dryness with Dawn Damon In this episode, I talk with author, speaker, and coach Dawn Damon about what happens when pain and anger push us away from God, and how His love always calls us back. Dawn shares her story of growing up with abuse, walking through years of hurt and independence, and finally letting God bring deep healing. We also talk about soul care, spiritual warfare, and how real healing starts when we’re willing to face our pain instead of hiding from it. Dawn’s story reminds us that no matter how far we’ve drifted, God never gives up on us. What You’ll Learn How anger and pain can distance us from God, and how He draws us back • What soul care means and why it matters for healing • How forgiveness and honesty lead to freedom • Why rebuilding your faith can bring you closer to God About Dawn Damon Dawn Damon is the founder and CEO of The Brave Hearted Woman and Brave Hearted University, where she helps women discover courage and purpose through faith. She’s an ordained minister, conference speaker, podcaster, and author of six books, including When a Woman You Love Was Abused and The Making of a Brave Hearted Woman. Dawn lives in Michigan with her husband, Paul, and their blended family of five children and many grandchildren. Learn more at https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Navigating A New chapter in Life after Empty Nest with Kate Battistelli In this episode, host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and speaker Kate Battistelli about finding purpose after your kids leave home. Kate opens up about her own struggle with identity in the empty nest season and how God led her to new meaning through writing, mentoring, and saying “yes” to new opportunities. Together, Michelle and Kate talk about how this stage of life can actually be the start of something beautiful, not the end of it. What You’ll Learn • Why it’s normal to feel lost when your kids move out • How God can open new doors in unexpected ways • The importance of community and mentorship in this season • Encouragement for women who feel like it’s too late to start over About Kate Battistelli Kate Battistelli is a bestselling author and speaker whose books include The Afterparty of the Empty Nest and Growing Great Kids. A former Broadway actress turned writer, she now helps women step into God’s next chapter for their lives. Kate co-hosts the Mom to Mom podcast and lives in Franklin, Tennessee, near her daughter, singer-songwriter Francesca Battistelli, and her seven grandchildren.

****TRIGGER WARNING**** The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Learning to Love Again with Karisa Moore In this heartfelt episode, host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and mental health advocate Karissa Moore about walking through unimaginable loss and finding hope on the other side. After losing her teenage son to suicide, Karissa shares how she learned to grieve with God instead of apart from Him. She opens up about the pain, the questions, and the slow process of healing—through journaling, art, and creative expression. Together, Michelle and Karissa talk about what it looks like to hold onto faith in the middle of heartbreak, how to keep living when everything feels lost, and how God can bring purpose out of even the deepest pain. What You’ll Learn • What it means to “grieve with hope” after loss • How creative outlets like writing and art can help you heal • Why community and vulnerability matter in grief • How God can redeem even our darkest seasons About Karissa Moore Karissa Moore is an author, poet, and mental health advocate who helps others find hope in grief through Christ-centered creative expression. She’s the author of Turning the Page on Suicide and Broken Butterflies: Emerging Through Grief, A Suicide Survivor’s Poetic Journal. Karissa also mentors writers through Word Weavers International and recently launched her podcast, Turn the Page. She lives with her husband and two children and shares encouragement and resources at https://karisamoore.com/ ***Contains subject matter about suicide that may not be suitable for all ages. Listener discretion advised.***

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Reconnecting with God While Battling Anxiety with Laurie Devernoe Host Michelle Lazurek sits down with author, speaker, and mental health coach Lori Devernoe for a powerful conversation about faith, fear, and finding peace in the midst of anxiety. After years of battling panic and perfectionism, Lori faced a medical crisis that threatened her vision and shook her faith. Through prayer, counseling, and surrender, she discovered how God meets us in the storm and restores what anxiety tries to steal. Now helping others navigate mental health through a biblical lens, Lori reminds listeners that God’s healing often begins when we stop hiding and invite Him into our pain. What You’ll Learn • How to let God into the hardest parts of your anxiety and fear • What it means to walk out healing through both faith and treatment • How vulnerability can lead to spiritual renewal About Lori Devernoe Lori Devernoe is a Christian author, speaker, and certified mental health coach. Drawing from her own lifelong journey with anxiety, she helps others to live with faith and purpose. A wife, mother of five, and passionate advocate for mental health in the Church, Lori shares her story with honesty and hope. Her books, Coffee House Parenting and Seeing Through the Darkness, are available on Amazon. Website: www.lauriedevernoe.com Facebook & Instagram: Coffee House Parenting

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Replacing Blindness with Perception with Janet Perez Eckles Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author, speaker, and resilience expert Janet Perez-Eckles about overcoming unimaginable loss and finding hope in God. Janet shares her journey of losing her sight at 30, facing marital challenges, and raising three young sons while navigating grief and fear. Through faith, forgiveness, and determination, she discovered new ways to live fully, build wisdom, and embrace creativity in the face of limitation. Today, Janet inspires leaders and audiences worldwide to see beyond obstacles and lead with confidence and faith. What You’ll Learn • How to find hope and purpose in dark seasons • The power of forgiveness and gratitude to transform life • Seeing limitations as opportunities, not barriers • Practical ways to rely on God when facing challenges About Janet Perez-Eckles Janet Perez-Eckles is an award-winning author and international speaker who helps leaders and individuals rise above adversity. She has shared her message across the U.S. and nine other countries, teaching resilience, faith, and fearless confidence. Learn more at www.janetperezeckles.com

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Breaking Free from Comparison with Patty Laroche Host Michelle Lazurek sits down with author and speaker Patty Laroche for a heartfelt conversation about self-worth, faith, and finding joy beyond the pressure to perform. Patty shares her journey of growing up feeling “less than,” navigating life in a social media-driven world, and learning to see her value through God’s eyes. She opens up about the challenges of comparison, the traps of performance, and the freedom that comes when we stop measuring ourselves against others. Through stories from her life, marriage, and professional experiences, Patty reminds listeners that God is the audience that truly matters. What You’ll Learn • How to stop comparing yourself to others and embrace your gifts • Why searching for approval can distance you from God’s love • How God uses difficult experiences to draw you closer About Patty Laroche Patty Laroche is a wife, mother, stepmother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She is an award-winning speaker, author of A Little Faith Lift, Finding Joy Beyond Rejection, and columnist for three area newspapers. Patty is certified to speak on the evils of sex trafficking and regularly shares her message at schools, churches, and women’s groups. She encourages people to find their worth in God, embrace joy, and live authentically.

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Resetting After a Work Coup with Gladys Childs Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author, pastor, and professor Dr. Gladys Childs about identity, surrender, and finding purpose when work takes an unexpected turn. Gladys shares her story of stepping into a demanding leadership role at a university and facing rejection, betrayal, and loss when things didn’t go as planned. She opens up about how she tried to control outcomes instead of trusting God, and how He met her in the middle of disappointment to bring peace and redirection. Through her journey of humility and renewal, Gladys reminds listeners that God’s plans are always better than our own. What You’ll Learn • How to trust God when your career doesn’t go as expected • Why surrender brings peace in seasons of uncertainty • How to find purpose after rejection or loss About Dr. Gladys Childs Dr. Gladys Childs, is an author, speaker, and ordained minister who helps people grow through faith and resilience. With a Ph.D. in Foundations of Education and decades of ministry and teaching experience, she brings wisdom, humor, and honesty to every conversation. Through her writing and speaking, she encourages others to find hope and healing in God’s truth. https://www.gladyschilds.com/

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Recalibrating When You Don't Get Your Dream Job with Grace Fox Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author, speaker, and missionary Grace Fox about faith, integrity, and navigating unexpected shifts in ministry. Grace shares the story of how her husband, despite being the obvious candidate for a leadership role at their Christian camp, was passed over in a surprising decision. She opens up about the emotions, questions, and challenges they faced during this season, and how they leaned into God’s sovereignty and trusted Him to guide the next steps. Their story is a testimony of patience, perseverance, and faith in God’s timing. What You’ll Learn • How to respond with integrity when overlooked for a role or opportunity • Why guarding your heart against bitterness is essential • How trusting God’s timing leads to new doors and unexpected opportunities About Grace Fox Grace Fox is an award-winning author of 14 books, Bible study teacher, and career missionary for over 30 years. She and her husband serve as co-directors of International Messengers Canada, a missionary sending agency, and live aboard a sailboat in Vancouver, British Columbia. Through her writing, teaching, and speaking, Grace encourages others to trust God’s sovereignty and walk faithfully through seasons of uncertainty. https://www.gracefox.com/

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Navigating Big Moves with Gretchen Huesmann Host Michelle Lazurek talks with teacher, speaker, and author Gretchen Huesmann about navigating big life transitions with faith and trust in God. Gretchen shares her experience of leaving a place she loved after 13 years to follow God’s call to a new city, the anxiety and uncertainty she faced during the move, and how she stayed connected to God through journaling, prayer, and Scripture. She opens up about finding purpose in writing picture books and devotionals during this season, and how God’s faithfulness became evident even when His plan didn’t make sense at the time. Their conversation is a reminder that God works behind the scenes and equips us for the next chapter of life. What You’ll Learn • How to navigate the anxiety and uncertainty of a major life transition • Why staying grounded in prayer and Scripture is essential during seasons of change • How God can redirect your passions and gifts in unexpected ways About Gretchen Huesmann Gretchen Huesmann is a teacher, speaker, and award-winning author. She is passionate about connecting people to Jesus through her classes, conferences, and writing. Her debut book, It’s a Good Day to Be a Teacher: 52 Devotions to Equip and Encourage Educators, released March 25, 2025. Gretchen and her pastor husband have served five congregations, raised four adult children, and now enjoy their empty nest in Pensacola, Florida. https://www.gretchenhuesmann.com/

*** TRIGGER WARNING- The following episode contains sensitive material that may be unsuitable for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.**** The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Displaying Christ Through Tragedy With Sandra Barker Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and volunteer Sandra Barker about facing unimaginable loss and discovering God’s grace. Sandra shares the story of her brother and sister-in-law’s sudden deaths at the hands of her nephew, the threat to her own family, and the months of grief and unanswered questions that followed. She opens up about finding peace through forgiveness, trusting God’s sovereignty, and ministering to her nephew and others. Their conversation is a testimony of God’s healing power and the ability to turn heartbreak into purpose. What You’ll Learn • How to navigate grief when life feels unexplainable • Why forgiveness is a process and frees your heart • How God can turn painful experiences into opportunities for ministry About Sandra Barker Sandra Barker is a wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and jail ministry volunteer. She has authored 15 books, including Ordinary Women, Extraordinary God, Volume 2 and the award-winning Rapture, Imagining the Day That Changes the World Forever. Her work inspires readers to trust God’s grace in every season. https://sandra-ramblingrose.blogspot.com/

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Grieving the Loss of a Spouse with Sheila Llewellyn Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author, counselor, and ministry leader Sheila Llewellyn about love, loss, and learning to trust God in a season of deep grief. Sheila shares the story of losing her husband after forty six years of marriage and what it was like to navigate the confusing mix of exhaustion, shock, and sorrow that followed. She opens up about the ways God met her, how He helped her face each day, and how healing began to grow slowly over time.  What You Will Learn • Why grief can feel confusing even for strong believers • How God restores our identity when life shifts in painful ways • Why Christ centered support groups matter • How small moments of healing reveal God’s presence in the dark About Sheila Llewellyn Sheila Llewellyn is a biblical counselor, speaker, and founder of Prayers for Prodigals, a ministry that supports families walking through addiction. She is the author of seven books, including her recent prayer journal A Wife Walks with God. Through her writing, teaching, and personal testimony, Sheila encourages others to hold on to God’s comfort and trust Him in seasons of loss and uncertainty. Website: www.heartnotesoflife.com

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Grieving People with Addictions with Dawn Ward Host Michelle Lazurek talks with author and ministry leader Dawn Ward about the quiet and complicated grief that comes when someone you love is still living but no longer the person they used to be. Dawn shares what it was like to walk with her sons through addiction and how ambiguous grief affected her heart, her faith, and her daily life. She opens up about the fear, loneliness, and exhaustion she carried and how God met her in small but meaningful ways. Her story brings comfort and encouragement to anyone facing a similar season. What You’ll Learn • What ambiguous grief is and why it can feel confusing and heavy • How to trust God when you cannot fix the situation • Why prayer, support, and honesty matter during hard seasons About Dawn Ward Dawn Ward is the author of From Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children and co author of several books for women. She has more than 30 years of ministry experience and leads a support community for Christian moms whose children struggle with addiction.  https://www.thefaithtoflourish.com/

The Spiritual Reset Podcast: Grieving the Death of a Friendship with Sue A. Fairchild Host Michelle Lazurek talks with writer and editor Sue Fairchild about the deep grief that comes when a close friendship changes because of illness. Sue shares what it has been like to walk with her friend Jill through a difficult cancer journey and how the loss of who Jill used to be has brought its own kind of sorrow. She opens up about the questions, the heartache, and the small ways God has met her along the way. Her story offers comfort and hope to anyone carrying a similar pain. What You’ll Learn • What it feels like to grieve someone who is still here • How God brings strength in seasons of heartbreak • Why honest prayers and community matter when hope feels thin About Sue Fairchild Sue Fairchild is a writer, editor, and speaker who is passionate about helping others share their stories with clarity and heart. She is currently supporting the completion of her friend Jill’s book as a way to honor her life and ministry. Sue loves spending time with family, reading, and enjoying quiet moments with God. https://sueafairchild.wordpress.com/