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Send a textSue Dismang returns with fresh insight into what she calls “fierce beauty” — the strength that flows from knowing we are fiercely loved by God. Drawing from scripture, Hebrew word studies, motherhood, and her years of ministry, Sue reminds us that God’s love (ḥesed) is relentless, restorative, and stronger than shame.With stories of children whose prayers sparked miracles, communities built on compassion, and lessons learned through both offense and forgiveness, Sue reveals how love transforms the way we fight life’s battles. This episode is an invitation to lay down judgment, embrace trust, and live boldly in the fierce beauty of God’s love.

Send a textWhat does it really mean to live under an open heaven? In this conversation, Renee Tzur explains that sonship is more than a title—it’s a lifestyle of intimacy, consecration, and friendship with God. He shares how stepping into God’s presence isn’t just about asking for things but about cultivating daily relationship at the altar.Renee also unpacks the dangers of building “successful” lives, churches, or even ministries outside God’s presence, pointing back to Cain’s descendants as the first example of a civilization birthed without Him. He challenges us to see joy not as entertainment or hype, but as the fruit of dwelling with God.Along the way, he introduces the ancient practice of “shut away” prayer—seasons of intentionally closing off distractions to seek God alone. With personal stories of prayer encounters, fasting, visions, and even divine appointments in everyday places like grocery stores, Rene paints a picture of a life lived fully dependent on God.This episode will stir you to move from being just a servant to becoming a true friend of God—and to consider what you might lay down to walk more deeply in His presence.

Send a textIn this eye-opening and thought provoking conversation, Rene Hardy sits down with missionary and hidden intercessor, Renee Zur, to talk about God’s heart for nations and the urgency of prayer in our time. From Uganda to England to Chicago to Southern Illinois, Renee shares his remarkable journey of being called by God to America, the dreams and divine appointments that brought him here, and the conviction that a new wave of revival and reformation is coming.Together, they dive deep into the difference between the gospel of salvation and the gospel of the kingdom, the importance of discerning the body of Christ beyond denominations, and how prayer altars—both personal and corporate—can shift cities and even nations. With raw honesty and spiritual insight, this episode challenges us to return to prayer, fasting, and radical discipleship as the foundation for true transformation.If you’ve ever wondered how prayer really changes things—or what it looks like to live as part of God’s kingdom beyond Sunday morning—this episode will stir your faith and inspire you to press deeper into God’s presence.

Send a textThis time, Rene sits with her friend, Jessica Holloman, for a conversation that blends honest struggle with stories of God’s hand at work in the waiting. Together, they explore what it means to believe God for good even when life doesn’t look the way we hoped. Jessica vulnerably shares her journey as a mother to her youngest son, Fennian, who was diagnosed with autism and once considered nonverbal. She opens up about the slow but miraculous progress she’s seen, the prayers answered in small but meaningful ways, and the lessons God has been teaching her through the waiting.Drawing from Luke 7, Acts 4, Psalm 27, and Romans 5, they reflect on how faith is refined in seasons of delay and disappointment, and how God’s goodness is often revealed in the steady, unseen work He does in our hearts. Through stories of answered prayer, honest admissions of struggle, and moments of encouragement, this conversation offers hope to anyone who feels like they’ve been waiting too long for breakthrough. It’s a reminder that God’s promises are true, His presence is constant, and the goodness of the Lord can be seen even in the land of the living.

Send a textIn this continued conversation with Christine Frasier, we lean in deeper to the winding, grace-filled journey of healing she’s walking. We talk about the serenity prayer—how its simple words carry deep truth when life feels anything but peaceful. We open up about those quiet moments when something random in your house, a phrase or object you weren’t even looking for, suddenly speaks straight to your soul like a whisper from God.This episode is about connecting the dots—between pain and peace, chaos and clarity, surrender and strength. It’s about trusting God in the dark, praying simple prayers that carry us when we don’t have the words, and learning to listen for the sacred in the everyday. Even when we don’t know what’s coming next, we hold fast to the One who does.Whether you’re in a season of waiting, wondering, or slowly mending, this conversation is a gentle reminder: God is near, and He’s weaving something beautiful—even here.

Send a text“We walk by faith, not by sight.” These words from 2 Corinthians 5:7 carry a different weight when you’re in the thick of it—when the road ahead is foggy, broken, and full of unknowns.In this soul-stirring conversation, Christine Frashier shares her journey of healing—not as a perfectly wrapped testimony, but as a living, breathing story of choosing faith in the middle of deep uncertainty. She speaks of the moments where sight failed, but trust carried her forward. Where questions remained unanswered, but God still remained.This episode is an invitation for anyone who’s ever wrestled with what it means to keep going—not because things are clear, but because you’ve learned that even in the dark, God is still worthy of your trust.

Send a textIn this raw and wisdom-filled conversation, Mary Jo and I sit down to reflect on life, faith, and the fire we once carried when we were walking closely together. From the Word of God to surviving breast cancer—and everything in between—we dive deep into what it looks like to follow Jesus through real-life pain and redemption.Mary Jo opens up about the trauma of sexual abuse and the journey that led her to identify with the woman at the well—thirsty for truth, seen by Jesus, and radically changed. We talk honestly about salvation, deliverance, forgiveness, and what it means to sit with Jesus in our doubt and healing.This episode is for anyone who needs to know they’re not alone in their story. There’s power in vulnerability, and beauty in the process.If something in this episode speaks to you, share it with a friend—or message us with your own story or what’s burning on your heart for the Lord. We’d love to hear from you.

Send a textIn this solo episode, I invite you into a quiet moment of reflection and prayer—an honest glimpse into my own walk with God. We talk about what it means to pursue a biblical Christianity, one that sometimes looks very different from what we see around us today.I read and reflect on Psalm 25 and Psalm 91, asking what it means to truly desire God’s ways and to trust Him as our deliverer and provider. There’s prayer—for our families, our city, our state, and our country—and a call to remember that God is still leading those who want to be taught. This episode is personal, prayerful, and rooted in a longing for deeper connection with the heart of God.If there’s something burning in your heart for the Lord—something He’s been stirring in you—I’d love to hear it. This is  an open invitation to come share your story, your prayers, your wrestles and joys. This space was made for voices like yours.

Send a textIn Part 2 of this honest and spirit-filled conversation, Rene and Kady return—this time leaning deeper into the heart of God and what it means to reflect His love and faithfulness, even toward those who come against us.Rene opens up vulnerably about the ongoing process of discovering who she truly is through God’s eyes. Drawing from a powerful message by Pastor Chad Everett, she reflects on what it means to be made in God's image—not by striving to be like Him, but by allowing Him to reveal Himself to us. And in doing so, we discover who we’ve been all along.This episode is full of both personal revelation and practical wisdom—things God has shown Rene to lead her deeper into His love, His character, and His plan. From wrestling with unbelief to receiving identity, it’s an invitation to embrace a God who not only loves faithfully but shapes us to do the same.If you’ve ever wondered who you really are in Christ or how to respond to opposition with supernatural love, this episode is for you.

Send a textWhat happens when two mom friends—usually buried in business tasks and group chats—finally sit down with no agenda, just open hearts and a mic? You get this episode. Rene and Kady Woodruff invite you into one of their realest and funniest conversations yet: part deep dive, part comedy, part holy ground.In between the laughter, they talk about the truth of who God is—how He gives His best to everyone, not just a chosen few, and how His love and faithfulness gently confront pride, performance, and comparison. It’s a conversation full of vulnerability, conviction, and moments where both women are humbled and healed on the spot.There’s no script here—just two friends catching up, and the world gets to listen in. This episode will make you laugh, think, and maybe even cry (in the good way). It’s an unfiltered reminder that God meets us in our conversations, corrects us in love, and never withholds His best.

Send a textIn this special episode, the mic turns—Matt Woodruff takes the host seat, and Rene steps in as the guest to share the story behind the voice. What unfolds is a powerful, deeply honest journey through childhood pain, personal loss, rebellion, redemption, and the relentless grace of God.Rene opens up about growing up with her grandparents instead of her parents, losing her mother, and experiencing the abandonment of her church family and friends. She reflects on years spent chasing fulfillment in all the places the world said would satisfy—partying, success, even marriage and motherhood—only to find herself still feeling broken beneath it all.But woven through her story is the quiet, steady pursuit of a God who never let go. In the end, it was His love—gentle, unwavering, and healing—that filled the emptiness no one else could reach. Rene not only shares what she’s lived through, but what she hopes others can hear through it: that no matter how lost, forgotten, or fractured your story feels, there is a God who sees you, calls you, and can make you whole.This episode is more than a conversation—it’s an invitation to believe that your story, too, can be redeemed.

Send a textIn this vulnerable solo episode, Rene opens up her old journals and her heart. She takes us back to past entries—words once written in faith, now returned to her right when she needs it—showing how God gently leads us back to the truth we once believed. Through raw honesty and reflection, Rene talks about the faith it takes to hear from God, the courage it takes to confess hidden sins, and the grace that meets us when we’re messy, broken, and trying. This episode is proof that none of us are exempt from needing grace, healing, or the reminder that God is inviting you to be real with Him and trust that He sees your heart—and He’s still calling you forward.

Send a textIn this deeply honest and spiritually rich episode, I sit down with my kingdom friend Theresa Fenton to talk about the faithfulness of God—both His toward us, and ours toward Him. Drawing from Psalm 139 and Psalm 140, we wrestle with the tension of loving God not for what He gives, but simply for who He is. What does it mean to remain faithful when the relationship feels weighty, when the silence stretches, when the answers don’t come?This conversation is an invitation to go deeper—into trust, into surrender, and into the mystery of a God who searches, knows, and surrounds us even when He feels far. If you’re feeling weary in your walk or unsure of how to keep going, this one is for you.

Send a textIs the Old Testament all about anger—or is there something more going on? In this episode, we sit down with Peyton Stephens to look at the “hard parts” of the Bible through fresh eyes. What we find isn’t a distant, angry God—but a God who keeps coming back. Again and again.With childlike honesty and deep insight, Peyton helps us see how the Old Testament is really a story of rescue, second chances, and love that doesn’t give up.This isn’t a dry history lesson—it’s a fun, thoughtful, eye-opening conversation for anyone who’s ever wondered what to make of the God in those early pages.Come curious. Leave changed.

Send a textIn this inspiring and heartfelt conversation, Sue Dismang joins us to explore the beauty realm of Jesus—a place of love, tenderness, and divine provision. Together, we reflect on the approachable nature of God, the gentleness of Jesus, and what it truly means to need Him.So often we think God is disappointed in us, but what if He’s not mad—just waiting for us to come close? This episode invites you into a deeper trust, a faith that requires humility, and a reminder that even in our mistakes, God is still drawing near.

Send a textWhat happens when the rhythm of worship changes, but the heartbeat of faith remains? In this tender conversation, Diane Kwezi invites us into the quiet strength of Ugandan faith—a place where prayer is as natural as breathing, and dependence on God is not a choice but a way of life. As she shares the culture shock of American church life, Diane calls us back to a deeper hunger for God’s presence. This episode is an invitation to remember, to awaken, and to let go of what dulls our need for Him.

Send a textIn this powerful and personal episode, we sit down with Matt Woodruff to hear his testimony of what it means to truly obey when God says “go.” Matt shares the raw journey of stepping out in faith, the importance of seeking prayer and support from others, and how to stay grounded in the Lord—even when faced with rejection or misunderstanding from people around you.This conversation is a reminder that obedience doesn’t always come with clarity or applause—but it always draws us closer to the heart of God. If you’ve ever wrestled with taking a bold step of faith or felt the sting of rejection in the process, this episode is for you.

Send a textIn Part 2 of my conversation with Kelli Leavens, we go even deeper. We talk about the value of wise counsel and how essential it is to surround ourselves with people who speak truth, especially when the things of God might seem foolish to the world around us.Kelli shares powerful encouragement about stepping out in obedience — even when it’s scary. Fear is a real thing, but it doesn’t have to hold us back from doing what God has called us to do.If you’ve ever second-guessed a calling, wrestled with fear, or needed a reminder that God's wisdom is greater than the world’s opinion, this episode will speak straight to your heart.

Send a textIn this episode, I sit down with Kelli Leavens for a deep and honest conversation about the church’s calling to equip the saints for the work of ministry and to build up the body of Christ. This isn’t just a message for pastors or leaders — it’s for all of us.Kelli shares her heart on what it looks like to reach the lost without judgment, and how we can love people right where they are while still pointing them toward truth. It’s a reminder that ministry isn’t just what happens on a stage — it’s what happens in our everyday lives.If you’ve ever felt the tension between grace and truth, or wondered how to live out your faith in a real and impactful way, this one’s for you.

Send a textIn this first episode, I sit down with two of my favorite people—my sons.With joy, honesty, and the kind of faith only kids can bring, they share their own stories of choosing Jesus. We talk about David and Goliath, Gideon, and the moments where God’s Word hit their hearts in real ways.It’s sweet. It’s full of truth. And it’s a reminder that God speaks—even through the little ones.