Horses & Holy Moments

You love horses. You have goals. You know what you want to achieve. So why does life keep getting in the way? In this episode, Ingela and Corrie have an honest, practical conversation about the thing nobody really wants to talk about: discipline. Corrie opens up about the reality of working 12-hour nursing shifts and coming home too tired to do anything with her horses. Ingela shares how a former boss taught her to reclaim an entire hour every day simply by restructuring her routine — and why even 15 minutes of intentional horse time moves you closer to your goal than three skipped days ever will. But this episode goes far beyond horsemanship. Ingela breaks down exactly how she builds a fitness plan for an event horse over 12 weeks, draws a powerful parallel to human fitness, and then ties it all together with the often-neglected discipline of the spirit — scheduling time with God the way you would schedule a dentist appointment. Whether you are a busy professional trying to find time for your horse, a rider wondering how to get your horse fit, or someone who knows their spiritual life needs more structure, this episode is the honest push you have been looking for. Spirit, soul, and body — discipline in all three is what gets you to the goal. Want to learn more about Ingela Larsson Smith's work? Visit https://ingelalarssonsmith.com

What happens when the woman who teaches others to connect with horses through heart healing has to face her own deepest battle? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Ingela opens up about her journey through aggressive breast cancer - from diagnosis and surgery to the agonizing decision between natural and conventional treatments. She shares how years of unresolved fear and neglecting her body took their toll, how she and her husband Richard overhauled their entire lifestyle, and the practical health principles she now lives by every day. But this is more than a health episode. It is a testimony of God's faithfulness in the darkest valleys, the connection between our emotional wounds and physical illness, and why taking care of the body God gave us is an act of stewardship, not vanity. Whether you are struggling with your own health, caring for someone who is, or simply want to be a stronger, healthier horse person, this episode will challenge and encourage you. Ingela's story proves: healing is possible - spirit, soul, and body. Learn more about Ingela Larsson Smith and her work at https://ingelalarssonsmith.com

Why do we get hurt — and why do even faithful believers sometimes wait so long for healing? In this deeply honest follow-up conversation, Ingela and Corrie open the Word and their own stories to explore what Scripture really promises about healing, and how to walk it out when your body hasn't caught up yet. Ingela shares a powerful personal testimony of three consecutive cross-country falls that led her to a heart-level revelation about childhood death wishes, open doors to the enemy, and the difference between being a new creation in spirit and the ongoing sanctification of the soul. Together the ladies unpack Psalm 91's "if," the myth that sickness is sent to teach us a lesson, the simple truth that faith is trust, and why agreeing with the enemy through our words can quietly shape our reality. If you've been discouraged in a long season of pain — in your body, your riding, or your relationship with your horse — this episode will strengthen your spirit, challenge your theology, and remind you that God's promise of healing is never running out. Press play, grab your Bible, and get ready to walk into your healing.

What do you do when injury strikes — whether it’s your horse or your own body? In this heartfelt episode of Horses and Holy Moments, Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich tackle one of the toughest realities every horse person faces: dealing with injuries and the emotional weight they carry. From emergency preparedness (do you know where your knife is?) to the long, discouraging road of stall rest, Ingela shares hard-won wisdom from her own experiences — including a stallion bite that tore through muscle, broken vertebrae, and a horse that ripped its shoulder open jumping a gate. She and Corrie explore the practical steps you can take to support a horse on box rest (think love bubbles, mental stimulation, and Manuka honey!) as well as the spiritual tools that can carry you through the pain and disappointment. This episode is packed with real-world horse emergency tips, the True Connection perspective on how your inner state affects your horse’s healing, and powerful biblical truth about the healing that Jesushas already provided. If you’ve ever felt the heartbreak of watching your horse — or yourself — sidelined by injury, this conversation will encourage your heart and equip you to walk through it with faith, hope, and practical wisdom. 🌿 Scriptures referenced: Isaiah 53:5, 1 Peter 2:24, John 10:10, Mark 11:23 Learn more about Ingela Larsson Smith and True Connection on https://ingelalarssonsmith.com

Episode 31 – Feel: Becoming One with Your Horse In this deeply practical and experiential episode, Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore one of the most sought-after concepts in horsemanship: feel. What does it really mean to “have feel”? Is it a natural gift—or something that can be learned? Ingela breaks it down step by step, explaining how feel begins with knowledge, observation, nervous system awareness, timing, and disciplined practice. She shows how reading stress signals, understanding herd dynamics, and regulating one’s own heart all contribute to developing true feel. But the conversation doesn’t stop at technique. Ingela describes a deeper level—where horse and human enter the same mental, emotional, and energetic “zone,” creating a unity that looks almost like a romance. In that place, communication becomes light, responsive, and beautiful. This episode offers both hope and clarity: feel can be learned, strengthened, and refined—through awareness, humility, and intentional practice.

Episode 30 – Two Kingdoms: Understanding the Realm of Light and Darkness In this sobering and clarifying episode of Horses and Holy Moments, Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich unpack a topic that many Western Christians rarely discuss openly: the reality of two spiritual kingdoms—the Kingdom of Light and the kingdom of darkness. Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, Ingela explains demonic influence, spiritual authority, healing of the heart, and how lies gain access through wounds. She carefully distinguishes between possession and influence, emphasizing the believer’s authority through the blood and name of Jesus. Rather than stirring fear, this episode equips listeners with truth, grounding everything in the finished work of Christ. It is a bold but hope-filled reminder that Jesus has already won—and that believers are called to walk in freedom, discernment, and spiritual maturity.

Spirit, Soul, and Body: Why You Can Be Perfect and Still Feel Messy In this theologically rich and down-to-earth episode, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich unpack one of the most misunderstood truths of the Christian life: that every believer is made up of three parts—spirit, soul, and body—and only one of them is instantly transformed at salvation. Ingela explains how your spirit is made perfect, holy, and one with God the moment you are born again—but your soul (mind, will, emotions) is still in a lifelong process of sanctification. Using powerful metaphors like the “goldfish vs. piranha nature,” she brings clarity to why Christians still struggle with sin, and how understanding the difference between spirit and soul sets us free from shame, fear, and striving. This episode is packed with Scripture, practical wisdom, and encouragement for anyone wrestling with their behavior or inner battles—and wondering, “If I’m a new creation, why don’t I feel like one?”

Episode 28 – A Stressed-Out Horse: How to Help When Trauma Takes Over  In this powerful and emotional episode, Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich share the story of a traumatized warmblood mare who had become dangerously stressed after a series of intense and inappropriate training methods. Through detailed observation and compassionate leadership, Ingela shows how a few quiet minutes of clarity, presence, and protection can begin to transform even the most overwhelmed horse. Listeners will learn how unresolved stress builds up in a horse’s nervous system and why forcing a horse to accept pressure can lead to collapse or shut-down. Ingela explains her approach to regulating the nervous system first, rather than training behavior—and how this mirrors the way God leads us gently toward rest, not control. This episode is a must-listen for anyone facing fear, trauma, or stress—in a horse or in their own heart. Want to learn more about Ingela's Horsemanship system "True Connection"? Visit https://ingelalarssonsmith.com 

Episode 27 – Space Awareness: Understanding How Horses and Humans Share and Claim Space In this insightful episode, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore how horses experience and communicate through space—and why understanding this is essential for true connection. From personal space bubbles to herd dynamics, they break down how dominant, passive, and lead horses interact through the claiming, giving, or sharing of space. Ingela also explains how space isn’t just physical—it includes mental, emotional, and spiritual headspace, and how both horses and humans need it to process, rest, and stay regulated. Packed with relatable stories, spiritual parallels, and practical liberty work insights, this episode invites listeners to grow in self-awareness and learn how to offer their horse a safe, shared space where trust can grow.

Episode 26 – Warrior: A Holy Moment in the Round Pen In this unforgettable episode, Ingela Larsson Smith shares a powerful true story from the Canadian wilderness that captures the essence of both horsemanship and faith. While training wild horses for hunters in northern British Columbia, Ingela is unexpectedly asked to help with a dangerous and aggressive horse named Nuisance—a horse labeled unrideable and feared by wranglers. But what unfolds in the round pen becomes a holy moment of transformation, as Ingela chooses not to block the horse’s charge but to stand still—and witnesses an instant, supernatural shift in his heart. Through this gripping encounter, Ingela reflects on the power of presence, obedience to the Holy Spirit, and the significance of renaming the horse Warrior—a symbol of how words and identity shape reality. The story is not just about a horse; it’s a profound lesson on how God sees us beyond our labels and invites us into healing and purpose.

Connecting with God: The “To Me” Position and the Secret Place In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Ingela Larsson Smith unpacks the beautiful parallel between the “To Me” position in horsemanship—where a horse comes face-to-face with you in stillness—and the way we come into intimate connection with God in the secret place. Through rich metaphor and honest reflection, Ingela explores how we (and our horses) can be externally close but internally far, and why true transformation only happens in love-fueled presence—not through effort, performance, or religious activity. She invites us to move beyond doing things for God and return to simply being with Him, face-to-face. This episode is a heartfelt invitation to fall in love with Jesus all over again—and to let Him become not just our Savior, but our daily delight.

Episode 24 – Training vs. Building Relationship – Part 4: Shaping Space through Freedom and Feel In this final part of the series, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore the beauty and depth of working with a horse at liberty—from behind—in a way that prioritizes freedom over micromanagement. Ingela explains her unique method of “shaping space,” where subtle shifts in presence, intention, and body awareness invite the horse to respond without force. Listeners will discover how leadership from Zone 5 (behind the horse) mirrors the natural dynamics of a herd and opens the door to powerful, willing movement—circles, transitions, and changes of direction—all rooted in trust. The conversation also explores how invisible communication is not only real, but essential to deep partnership, with spiritual parallels to how God invites rather than demands. This episode is a practical and inspiring masterclass in liberty work, energy awareness, and letting go of control to cultivate true connection.

Training vs. Building Relationship – Part 3: Being Chosen, Not Chasing Control In this powerful third installment on building relationship over training, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich dive deeper into what it means to be truly invited into a horse’s herd—not through dominance or obedience, but through patient pursuit and earned trust. Ingela shares how horses mirror our spiritual life: just as a horse may let us near without truly inviting us into movement and freedom, we can live near God while still holding back. From liberty exercises to herd dynamics, the conversation reveals how freedom and relationship go hand in hand. You’ll hear practical stories of when a horse says “no,” and how asking again—gently and without pressure—leads to transformation. The episode also weaves in beautiful spiritual truths about how God never forces us, but invites us into joyful partnership, step for step. If you long to feel truly seen by your horse—or by God—this episode will speak deeply to both your horsemanship and your heart.

  Training vs. Building Relationship – Part 2: Creating True Choice and Trust In this deep and beautiful continuation of Training vs. Building Relationship, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore what it really means to give a horse the freedom to choose relationship without pressure. Ingela shares how many common training techniques—even when called “natural”—often override a horse’s true choice, and why real trust is built in stillness, not force. With powerful metaphors, Ingela paints the picture of becoming the kind of leader a horse wants to follow: calm, grounded, consistent, and trustworthy. She also draws rich spiritual parallels to how God invites us—not by control, but by love—to run to Him in full freedom. If you’ve ever wanted a horse to truly connect with you—or longed for a deeper, freer relationship with God—this episode is full of clarity, challenge, and grace. Explore more about Ingela Larsson-Smith's horsemanship system under https://ingelalarssonsmith.com 

Training vs. Building Relationship – Part 1: Heart Connection with Horses and God In this insightful episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich explore the profound difference between simply training a horse and truly building a relationship. Ingela explains how horses read our hearts, sense our nervous system, and respond to the presence and peace we carry. Through practical examples and spiritual parallels, they discuss why genuine connection requires choice, mutual trust, and a “we” mindset—moving together as one, rather than controlling behavior. This episode also draws a beautiful comparison to our walk with Jesus, who leads us with gentleness and invites us into relationship, not rigid rules. Want to get to know more about the True Connection Horsemanship system? Visit www.ingelalarssonsmith.com 

Walk Just As If: A Faith Journey to Bring Horses to Mozambique In this inspiring episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich recount a miraculous story of faith, perseverance, and God’s provision. Ingela shares how, despite having no horses, no equipment, and no clear path forward, she followed God’s call to bring horses to an orphanage in Mozambique. Through incredible challenges, creative problem-solving, and a pivotal “holy moment” when God moved hearts to open doors, the vision became reality. This episode is a powerful reminder that nothing is impossible for God—and when we walk “just as if” His promises are already fulfilled, He makes a way.

How to Deal with Vices: Finding Calm and Trust with Horses and God In this touching episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich discuss how to help horses overcome stress-related vices like weaving, box-walking, and nervous behaviors. Ingela shares the powerful true story of her mare, Hope, whose journey from anxiety to deep relaxation revealed valuable lessons about patience, connection, and healing. Through personal stories and biblical encouragement, this episode highlights the parallels between helping a stressed horse find rest and the way God walks with us through our own fears and struggles. Discover how understanding, gentle presence, and trust—in both horse training and our relationship with Jesus—can lead to transformation and peace. Want to know more about Ingela Larsson Smith's horsemanship system True Connection? Visit her website at www.ingelalarssonsmith.com 

Overcoming Discouragement: Finding Hope and Joy in Jesus In this heartfelt episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich talk about a struggle many of us face—discouragement. Ingela shares her own story of heartbreak and loss with horses, revealing how past wounds can lead to deep feelings of hopelessness. Together, they explore biblical truths and practical steps to break free from discouragement, including trusting God, clinging to Him in worship, and experiencing His healing presence. Through personal testimony, scripture, and prayer, this episode offers encouragement for anyone feeling weighed down by disappointment—reminding us that Jesus is near, ready to lift us up and restore our joy. Want to know more about Ingela's work? Visit https://ingelalarssonsmith.com

Habituation vs. Desensitization: Helping Horses Overcome Fear and Misunderstandings In this episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich unpack the often-confused concepts of habituation and desensitization in horse training. Ingela explains why she prefers the word “habituation,” how to read a horse’s stress signals, and when desensitization is actually needed. Through vivid examples and heartfelt stories, they explore how horses process fear, misunderstandings, and past trauma—and how gentle, clear communication can restore trust and joy. The conversation also draws parallels to human emotional healing, showing how naming and sitting with emotions can lead to transformation. Whether you’re a horse owner, trainer, or simply curious about building deeper, more compassionate connections with horses, this episode offers practical insights and spiritual encouragement. If you would like to know how to create the fearless horse with True Connection visit www.ingelalarssonsmith.com 

In this moving episode of Horses and Holy Moments, hosts Ingela Larsson Smith and Corrie Sepcich share an unforgettable story from Ingela’s mission work in Brazil. When tragedy struck the life of a young orphan named Douglas—just days before a major event—God’s grace and the healing power of forgiveness shone brightly. Through the bond between a boy and a horse, a demonstration of true leadership, love, and resilience unfolded, leaving a lasting impact on everyone present. Join us as we explore how holy moments can arise even in seasons of pain and loss, revealing the transformative power of faith, hope, and Christ’s redeeming love. If you would like to know more about Ingela's mission work and her horsemanship system please visit www.ingelalarssonsmith.com and www.horsesfororphans.com   

This episode Ingela and Corrie talk about Stress Signals. They explore the importance of recognizing them in horse training and why this key principle will launch your progress onto a new level. Want to know more about Ingela's work and the True Connection System? Visit the website at https://ingelalarssonsmith.com

Ingela and Corrie talk about the principle and problem of Seperation Anxiety. Want to know more about Ingela's work and the True Connection principle? Visit the Website at https://www.ingelalarssonsmith.com/

In this episode Ingela shares a truly Holy Moment she's witnessed together with wild horses in Utah. Tune in and get inspired! Want to know more about Ingela's work? Visit her website at ingelalarssonsmith.com

Ingela and Corrie dive deeper into the topic of Trailer Loading and explore more of the mysteries God has for us. Interested in learning more about the True Connection Way of trailer loading? Sign up for the online trailer loading course here: https://www.ingelalarssonsmith.com/trailer-loading-course

Ingela and Corrie explore why so many horsemen experience major problems in loading their horses into a trailer. Ingela explains the approach the True Connection System takes with trailer loading and how it differentiates from conventional methods.  Ingela and Corrie explain how trailer loading can be translated to the relationship we have with our God. Interested in learning more about the True Connection Way of trailer loading? Sign up for the online trailer loading course here: https://www.ingelalarssonsmith.com/trailer-loading-course

Corrie and Ingela discuss the core concepts To-Me, With-Me and Around-Me of the True Connection Horsemanship System by Ingela Larsson Smith and how it translates to our relationship with Jesus.

Ingela and Corrie discuss how Jesus actually was the best Horseman that ever wandered the earth on the example of Jesus riding the unstarted donkey into Jerusalem.

Ingela explains the concept of "Logjam" and how our life logs affect the love that can flow from us to our horse.

Corrie shares some of her testimony and how God showed her a new vision of what he has prepared for her.

Ingela explains the concept of the "Echo of Eden" and what this implies for our work with our horses.

Corrie and Ingela talk about the Bibleverse Psalm 32:9 and what kind of freedom God has in store for us and also for our relationship with our horse.

Ingela shares with us a vision she had about her horse Otis. Through this vision God showed her a lot of truth on the relationship He has with us.

In this episode you will learn how and why Ingela created the Fearless Horse series and what benefits for your horse could lay in Ingela's discoveries.

We get to know Ingela's horsemanship journey on a deeper level and how she developed from a horse loving Swiss suburb girl to one of the most gifted natural horsemanship trainers today. Support this podcast by following us and follow us on Instagram to receive the latest updates on the podcast https://www.instagram.com/horses_and_holy_moments/

Ingela talks about her life and the challenges she faced. Ingela also talks about how Jesus met her in her circumstances and how she got to love Jesus and horses.  Support this podcast by following us and follow us on Instagram to receive the latest updates on the podcast https://www.instagram.com/horses_and_holy_moments/

Ingela and Corrie introduce themselves and the idea of the Horses and Holy Moments Podcast. Support this podcast by following us and follow us on Instagram to receive the latest updates on the podcast https://www.instagram.com/horses_and_holy_moments/