Masterpiece Ministries

5 years ago Abbey was 23 and navigating her first years as a young adult & new teacher - what advice would she give to herself from 5 years ago? This week on the podcast, guest Gina joins again to share wisdom with what they would tell 22 & 23 year old girls based on their own experiences. We hope this wisdom is helpful and insightful as you navigate your young adult years!

This week, we bring back a former guest - Gina - to the podcast! Gina talks all things marriage including how she knew her husband was the one for her, the best & worst parts of marriage, what it looks like to put God at the center of her marriage, and even shares some advice for the singles out there! This episode is encouraging and honest for singles & marrieds - we hope you enjoy.

This week, Abbey concludes her series of Walking Through Valleys with an encouraging message about God’s character. By looking at Gospel stories, we learn how God is of an abundance mindset - not a scarcity mindset - and discuss how that impacts the way we live our lives. Enjoy!

This week, Abbey continues her series of Walking Through Valleys with God. Today’s episode looks at the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead and how God cared for His people when they thought He abandoned them. No matter what season you are in, find comfort that God hasn’t abandoned you - even if you can’t see it in your circumstances. Enjoy!

We’re back!! After a short hiatus, the Masterpiece Ministries podcast is back and ready to share the truths and stories of God with you. This week, Abbey kicks off a new mini series about suffering and what God & His Word have to say about it. Do you ever feel like you’re being faithful and obedient to God’s will & commands without seeing the fruits of your labor? Psalm 73 shows us how we can set our hearts to keep following God even when it feels like the unrighteous are winning and we aren’t. Let’s dive into it together on this week’s episode - enjoy!

We're baaaaack!! Season 2 of Masterpiece Ministries is kicking off Monday June 24th! Abbey is back to talk with new guests, returning guests, solo episodes - this season has it all. We will dive into passages of Scripture, hear the stories of God's people, host audience driven Q & As, and seek to help you love God more and understand His Word! Listen for a sneak peak of what Season 2 has in store. We'd love to hear from you! What do you want to hear on the Masterpiece Ministries podcast? Use the Q & A feature on Spotify to talk with us!

This week, Abbey talks with the videographer behind Masterpiece Ministries - Gasu. Gasu shares about growing up in a different faith background, and how an encounter with Jesus changed everything for him. His story is a testament to how God continues to love & pursue us, despite our wandering. Gasu encourages listeners to not worship God in the dark, but to turn every part of your life over to Him because He is worthy

In this week’s episode, Abbey invites Katelyn to share her story of keeping hope despite a challenging season of waiting. Katelyn freely shares her experience of struggling to conceive and how she kept her faith in God’s timing and plan. Listen to hear how God gave her hope & used her obedience to display His goodness and faithfulness in her wait for a child!

This week Abbey sits down with one of her closest friends - Amy - to talk about God's faithfulness & grace in all seasons of life. Amy shares some of her lowest points of her faith journey, what she has learned from a long season of singleness, and about God's goodness in her life. We pray that this conversation speaks to you & reminds you that God will never turn his back on you - He loves you!

This week, Abbey brings josh - a veteran & owner of Hometown Barbell - onto the podcast to talk owning your faith in adulthood. Josh shares his story of growing up in a Christian household, the impact it had on his life, and his decision to continue to pursue Christ as a father, husband, and business owner. Josh brings a fun energy & fresh perspective - enjoy!

This week on the Masterpiece Ministries podcast, Abbey welcomes Pastor Kenny Kirby to answer a few Christianity questions. The two discuss what to do when reading your Bible gets stale, the importance of the local church, and the great significance of the resurrection! We hope you enjoy!

This week Abbey sits down with her friend Kyrstan to talk about God's goodness and guidance as she experienced grief and loss throughout her life. Kyrstan's story reminds us that God never leaves us and his grace is sufficient for our wandering, doubting, or pain. Kyrstan also speaks to how God has transformed her heart around sexual purity and her identity in Him. Enjoy!

On this week of the Masterpiece Ministries podcast, Abbey sits down with Anna - a former Division 1 athlete and current youth ministry worker. Anna shares her story of finding identity and value from sports, men, and pornography and how meeting Jesus radically changed her source of meaning and joy. Anna's story reminds us that true identity is found in Jesus alone - not the offerings of the world. Enjoy!

On this episode of the Masterpiece Ministries podcast, Abbey sits down with Gina to share her story of finding peace in the midst of great suffering and trials. Gina's story speaks to how God can carry us through great valleys - mental health struggles, infant loss, job loss, and life changing accidents - and still be faithful. Gina's story and testimony is a powerful one and we are excited to bring it it to you!

On this week's episode of the Masterpiece Ministries podcast, Abbey sits down with her spiritual mentor - Laurie - to share her story. Laurie's story is one marked by God's faithfulness, forgiveness, and provision - even though a teenage pregnancy. Laurie's story will remind you that God's forgiveness covers all and that He is the one who authors beautiful stories of redemption and restoration.

This week on the Masterpiece Ministries podcast, Abbey chats with Whitney - a mom, wife, and medical student who experienced the affects of divorce throughout her childhood. Whitney shares how God worked powerfully in her life to prepare and sustain her through seasons of struggle and ultimately how He restored and redeemed her relationships with her parents and step-father. Whitney's story is a testimony of the supernatural power of God that is able to redeem and restore even the most broken of relationships.

This week, Abbey brings on Kaylan to share her story of overcoming anxiety through reliance on God and the renewing of her mind. Kaylan speaks powerfully and with conviction to a battle that many of us face - anxiety and the unhealthy thought patterns that come with it. Through her testimony, we hear how God has worked powerfully in her life through community and family to equip her to live in freedom!

Adjust your listening volume for this week's episode as Abbey brings on one of her lifelong best friends - Dani - to share her story. The pair share laughs while also reminiscing on childhood memories and the telling of God's work in Dani's life. Dani explains how a faith journey is full of peaks and valleys, but ultimately leads to greater intimacy and closeness with God.

In today's episode, Jessie shares her story. Jessie grew up believing in God and attended K-12 Christian education. During her childhood, Jessie experienced trauma for a few years which led her to feeling burdened and out of place among her classmates and friends. Jessie shares her story of how God interrupted her plans, led her on a path of healing, and utilized Scripture, therapy, and strong relationships to find hope.

In this week's episode, Abbey explores the idea of holiness & being set apart- what does God's Word teach about it? How are we to pursue it? How does holiness influence our lives and what does it say to the world around us? Abbey shares her journey of understanding the holiness of God and the impact it has on how she lives her life.

Today, podcast host Abbey shares how the Masterpiece Ministries podcast came to be, her vision for the podcast, and also shares her personal testimony. Abbey openly shares her story of growing up in the Christian faith, rebelling in college and running from God, but ultimately shares her testimony of redemption and restoration in Jesus.