No Matter What with Hanna Seymour

What if you're already a morning person — and you just don't know it yet? I sat down with bestselling author and self-described "morning evangelist" Jennifer Dukes Lee to talk about her brand-new book, How to Love Your Morning. After studying every one of the 200+ mornings in Scripture, Jennifer is convinced that being a morning person isn't a clock thing — it's a God thing. Because God is a morning person, and we're made in His image, we are too. No 5 a.m. wake-up required. In our conversation, Jennifer shares her powerful testimony of going from a "wanna-believer" to a writer of the Good News, why mornings are about tone not time, practical habits for any season of life, and the unforgettable story of her dad whispering "it's overwhelming…in a good way" six days before he passed. No matter what your morning holds, His mercies are new. I can't wait for you to hear this one. Mentioned in this episode: 📖 How to Love Your Morning by Jennifer Dukes Lee — https://amzn.to/4ddgpMb 📖 How to Love Your Morning Bible Study — https://amzn.to/4ddIsuO 📖 Everyday Spiritual Habits by Hanna Seymour — https://amzn.to/4u1h6PW 📖 The Practice of the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence – https://amzn.to/4wgApGn Connect with Jennifer: https://jenniferdukeslee.com/ | IG @jenniferdukeslee Connect with me: https://hannaseymour.com/ | IG @hannaeseymour > https://www.instagram.com/hannaeseymour

What if worship isn’t just something you do on Sunday—but something you’re doing all day, every day?In this episode of No Matter What, Hannah sits down with author and Risen Motherhood co-founder Emily Jensen to unpack the true meaning of worship. Together, they explore how worship goes far beyond music and church attendance—it’s about your heart, your habits, and what you’re truly living for.Emily shares her powerful testimony of coming to faith, how God transformed her life, and why worship is really about responding to who God is and what He’s done. You’ll walk away with practical ways to turn everyday moments—laundry, work, parenting—into acts of worship.If you’ve ever wondered how to live out your faith in the middle of a busy, ordinary life… this conversation is for you.✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:-What worship really means (and what it doesn’t)-How to worship through your words, work, and daily rhythms-Why you’re always worshiping something—and how to refocus your heart-Simple ways to make your everyday life an offering to GodChapters00:00 Intro04:10 Her salvation story07:40 Parenting teens + trusting God13:20 What is worship, really?17:50 Worship beyond Sunday mornings20:10 Words, works, and why explained23:00 Practical ways to live worship daily29:30 Worship in the mundane moments32:00 What you pay attention to shapes you35:15 Modern-day idols we don’t recognize37:00 Worship as surrender + sacrifice42:00 Spirit and truth worship44:00 Outro📚 Connect with Emily📸 Instagram: @EmilyAJensen🌐Risen Motherhood Podcast: https://emilyajensen.com/podcast📖 Worship (Disciplines of Devotion Series) by Emily Jensen: https://a.co/d/0hP7W28V💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 https://hannaseymour.com/📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour https://www.instagram.com/hannaeseymourLeave a review for Everyday Spiritual Habits on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=154600937X Get your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits: https://everydayspiritualhabits.com/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Worship #EmilyJensen #NoMatterWhatPodcast #RisenMotherhood #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What do you do when life gets really hard?In this replay episode of No Matter What, Hanna sits down with Tara-Leigh Cobble (host of The Bible Recap) to talk about how God’s Word sustains us through life’s most difficult seasons.Even though this conversation originally aired in 2020, its message is just as powerful today—maybe even more. Tara shares her personal story of walking through hardship and how consistent time in Scripture became the anchor that carried her through.If you’ve ever struggled to stay in the Word… felt spiritually dry… or wondered if it really makes a difference—this episode is for you.✨ You’ll walk away encouraged to:-Stay consistent in God’s Word (even when it’s hard)-Trust God in seasons you don’t understand-Build rhythms that strengthen your faith-See how Scripture transforms your perspective over time⏱️ Chapters01:00 – Who Is Tara-Leigh Cobble?02:30 – The Impact of The Bible Recap05:00 – Why Reading the Bible Chronologically Matters10:30 – Tara’s Personal Story of Hardship18:00 – Walking Through Pain with God25:00 – Why Consistency Matters More Than Intensity32:00 – Staying in God’s Word When It’s Hard40:00 – How Scripture Transforms Your Perspective48:00 – Encouragement for Difficult Seasons55:24 – Final Thoughts + Outro📌 Key Topics Covered-The power of consistent Bible reading-Why chronological Bible reading can deepen understanding-Tara-Leigh Cobble’s personal story and hardships-Trusting God in difficult seasons-Spiritual growth through daily rhythms-Faithfulness when emotions fluctuate-The role of Scripture in shaping perspective-Building sustainable spiritual habits-Encouragement for those feeling spiritually stuck📚 Connect with Tara-Leigh📸 Instagram: @TisTashCalvert🌐The Bible Recap Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bible-recap/id1440833267📖 The Bible Recap book: https://a.co/d/04v3etnW💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 https://hannaseymour.com/📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour https://www.instagram.com/hannaeseymourLeave a review for Everyday Spiritual Habits on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=154600937X Get your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits: https://everydayspiritualhabits.com/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Biblereading #TheBibleRecap #NoMatterWhatPodcast #TaraLeighCobble #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What if holiness isn’t restrictive… but freeing?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna sits down with author and women’s minister Tasha Calvert to talk about one of the most misunderstood—and avoided—topics in the Christian life: holiness.Tasha shares why holiness isn’t about perfection or performance, but about surrender. Together, they unpack what it really means to live “set apart” in a culture that pulls us in every direction—and how that identity changes everything from our habits to our relationships to how we walk through suffering.If you’ve ever felt like following Jesus is just a checklist… or wondered why your faith feels stagnant… this conversation will challenge and encourage you.✨ You’ll walk away with a fresh perspective on:-What holiness actually means (and what it doesn’t)-Why striving fails—but surrender transforms-How to trust God in hard seasons-The connection between holiness and everyday life-Why Christian community is essential for growth⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Welcome + Meet Tasha Calvert04:23 – Joys & Challenges in This Season08:23 – Why Write About Holiness?13:11 – What Holiness Really Means16:05 – How Holiness Transforms Your Life18:43 – Trusting God in Hard Seasons22:10 – Holiness Needs a Rebrand23:08 – Holy Habits & Everyday Life23:32 – Holiness in Real Life (Health, Sex, Finances)24:17 – Cultural Brokenness & Sexuality27:11 – Conviction & Everyday Choices29:12 – God Cares About Every Area31:02 – You Don’t Produce Holiness—God Does36:09 – Why Community Matters38:47 – How to Start Building Christian Community41:11 – Bible Study as a Rhythm42:51 – Growth Through Consistency📚 Connect with Tasha📸 Instagram: @TisTashCalvert🌐Tasha's Website: https://tashacalvert.com/📖 Set Apart For More by Tasha Calvert: https://a.co/d/03t9iDt4💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 https://hannaseymour.com/📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour https://www.instagram.com/hannaeseymourLeave a review for Everyday Spiritual Habits on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=154600937X Get your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits: https://everydayspiritualhabits.com/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Holiness #SetApartForMore #NoMatterWhatPodcast #TashaCalvert #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What if your current season of life isn’t keeping you from God… but is actually the very place He wants to meet you?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna sits down with Hosanna Wong to talk about her new book, Uncomplicate It, and the freedom of connecting with God in your real, everyday life—not just in an ideal one.If you’ve ever felt guilty because your spiritual life doesn’t look the way it used to, or the way you think it “should,” this conversation is for you. Together, Hanna and Hosanna talk about shame, spiritual rhythms, motherhood, grief, abiding in Christ, and why God never intended your faith to be one-size-fits-all.This is such a hopeful, practical conversation for anyone who wants to stop striving and start walking with Jesus in the life they actually have.✨ In this episode:-Why your current season of life matters to God-How to stop comparing your faith to someone else’s-What it means to abide in Christ in real life-Why your spiritual rhythms may need to change-The difference between producing a lot of fruit and producing good fruit-How shame keeps us spiritually stuckCHAPTERS00:00 Intro02:44 Growing up around addiction and outdoor church in San Francisco04:44 Why who you were then still matters now07:13 How God uses your unique wiring09:06 Why short-form storytelling matters for ministry11:21 The heart behind Uncomplicate It13:12 How faith became overcomplicated16:30 Why shame keeps us spiritually stuck17:58 Personal faith vs. communal faith20:36 Why we think faith should all look the same23:50 Jesus meets us before we “get it together”25:57 Your current season is not a roadblock to God27:18 What it means to connect with God in your real life31:33 Practical examples of spiritual rhythms in different seasons35:00 Hanna on becoming a mom and reimagining spiritual disciplines37:40 John 15, vines, branches, and abiding39:42 When your spiritual structure needs to change42:37 The difference between lots of fruit and good fruit📚 Connect with Hosanna📸 Instagram: @Hosanna.Wong📖 Uncomplicate It! by Hosanna Wong: https://www.hosannawong.com/uncomplicate-it💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 https://hannaseymour.com/📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour https://www.instagram.com/hannaeseymourLeave a review for Everyday Spiritual Habits on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=154600937X Get your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits: https://everydayspiritualhabits.com/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#UncomplicateIt #SpokenWordPoetry #NoMatterWhatPodcast #HosannaWong #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What if one simple practice could help you process your emotions, hear God more clearly, and find peace in the middle of overwhelm?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with Lucas LeFevre, creator of Holy Work Journaling, to talk about the spiritual and scientific power of journaling. Lucas shares the deeply personal story of how journaling helped save his marriage, confront hidden struggles, and begin a life-changing journey toward healing and clarity.If you’ve ever felt emotionally numb, mentally overwhelmed, spiritually stuck, or just unsure where to start with journaling, this conversation is for you. Even if you hate journaling (Hanna does too), this episode offers practical, grace-filled ways to begin.You’ll hear:-Why journaling can bring clarity when life feels confusing-The connection between journaling, emotional healing, and spiritual growth-How writing helps expose lies and identify what’s true-Why journaling can support therapy, prayer, and discernment-A simple way to start journaling in just 2 minutes a dayIf you’ve been longing for more peace, purpose, and intentionality in your everyday life, this episode will give you a practical place to begin.CHAPTERS03:05 Lucas’s powerful story of discontentment and hidden struggle07:49 The moment everything changed on a run10:14 The letter that began healing his marriage12:10 How journaling became a daily spiritual practice15:25 Why external success doesn’t fix internal discontentment16:30 Is journaling different from prayer?18:52 Why we’re scared to write down what we’re really thinking19:37 The science behind expressive writing22:24 How journaling helps your brain make meaning24:05 Journaling as both a spiritual and scientific practice25:31 Your brain doesn’t sort beliefs into true and false27:21 Lucas’s practical journaling rhythm34:37 Why journaling can accelerate growth and healing37:03 Why Lucas calls it “holy work”41:39 A testimony of real life transformation through journaling49:23 Can 2 minutes of journaling still help?52:00 What to write when you don’t know where to start54:31 How self-awareness deepens spiritual growth56:57 Who this practice is really for📚 Connect with Lucas🌐 Join Holy Work with Lucas LeFevre: https://Holywork.com 📸 Instagram: @LukeLeFevre📖 Opening up by Writing it Down by Dr. James W. Pennebaker: https://a.co/d/093ERVPY 💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 https://hannaseymour.com/📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymourLeave a review for Everyday Spiritual Habits on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=154600937X Get your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits: https://everydayspiritualhabits.com/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Journaling #HolyWorkJournaling #NoMatterWhatPodcast #LucasLefevre #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What does discipling your kids actually look like in real life when you already feel behind in your own spiritual life? In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with author and Bible teacher Melissa Kruger to talk about family discipleship, spiritual habits, and how parents can build a scripture-shaped home without pressure to do everything perfectly. Melissa shares why small, steady rhythms matter, how to lead your children spiritually even when you feel inadequate, and why parents do not need to know all the answers to begin. They also talk about Melissa’s new book, The Good News Family Devotional, a 52-week devotional through the Gospel of Mark designed to help families read scripture together in a simple, sustainable way. If you’ve ever wondered how to read the Bible with your kids, how to pray for them faithfully, or how to make family devotions feel doable instead of intimidating, this conversation will encourage you. In this episode: -Why spiritual growth is more about belief than busyness -How to build simple, sustainable rhythms in your home -What to do when you feel inadequate discipling your kids -Why family devotions do not have to be complicated -How scripture shapes both parents and children over time -Why praying Bible verses over your kids can change your prayer life Chapters 00:00 Welcome and introduction to Melissa Kruger 01:19 Melissa’s children’s books and why they connect with parents too 04:36 Who Melissa was at 16 and how she came to faith 07:46 What is bringing joy and what is stretching her in this season 10:56 Parenting, free will, and trusting God with your children 15:11 What we get wrong about spiritual growth 18:51 Why moms need realistic expectations for spiritual disciplines 23:10 Including your kids in your spiritual rhythms 28:38 The story behind The Good News Family Devotional 33:18 Why family discipleship feels hard for so many parents 38:13 What to do when your kids resist family devotions 40:50 How to handle hard Bible questions you cannot answer 45:07 How scripture shapes children over time 48:45 Melissa’s “no matter what” encouragement for parents 50:10 Final thoughts and praying scripture over your kids 📚 Connect with Melissa 📖 Preorder The Good News Family Devotional → https://amzn.to/4bOlaek 🌐 Melissa's children's books that Hanna loves: 📖His Grace Is Enough: https://amzn.to/4s0PGYB 📖Wherever You Go, I Want You To Know: https://amzn.to/4tdTd74 📸 Instagram: @MelissaBryanKruger 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @HannaSeymour Leave a review for Everyday Spiritual Habits on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=154600937X Get your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits: https://everydayspiritualhabits.com/ 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #Family #familydevotions #GoodNewsFamilyDevotional #NoMatterWhatPodcast #MelissaKruger #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What if the breakthrough in your marriage doesn’t start with your spouse… but with you?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with Amanda Hayhurst, author of Pray for Him and Pray for Her, to talk about what happens when you stop trying to fix your spouse—and start faithfully praying instead.Amanda shares her raw story of a struggling marriage, the turning point that changed everything, and how consistent, intentional prayer transformed not just her husband—but her own heart, peace, and perspective.If your marriage feels hard, stuck, or not what you hoped for, this conversation will remind you: God is still at work.Whether you’re married, hoping to be, or walking through a hard season—this episode will meet you right where you are.In this episode:Why trying to “fix” your spouse backfiresThe difference between helping and controllingHow prayer shifts your heart (even before it changes your marriage)What to do when your spouse isn’t respondingHow to trust God’s timing and planChapters00:00 Intro05:30 Testimony: From Broken Marriage to Transformation12:10 Common Marriage Struggles & How to Navigate Them14:20 The Power of Prayer in Marriage (What Actually Changes)18:17 How to Know God’s Will in Prayer22:19 Why Faith Matters in Prayer (Even When You Don’t See Results)26:05 Your Role vs. God’s Role in Marriage28:20 Trusting God’s Timing When Prayers Feel Unanswered31:58 How to Handle Conflict in a Christian Marriage43:17 Becoming the Spouse God Called You to Be📚 Connect with Amanda📖 Amanda's Devotionals → https://www.amandahayhurstwrites.com/store 🌐 Amanda's Website → https://www.amandahayhurstwrites.com/📸 Instagram: @AmandaHayhurstwrites💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaSeymourLeave a review for Everyday Spiritual Habits on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=154600937X Get your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits: https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Marriage #Prayforhim #NoMatterWhatPodcast #AmandaHayhurst #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

How should we read the Bible? Is it a collection of inspiring verses—or one unified story?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with Bible teacher and author Courtney Doctor to talk about how understanding the Bible as one cohesive story—from Genesis to Revelation—changes the way we read Scripture and live our everyday lives.Courtney shares how seeing the Bible as a continuous story of God pursuing His people deepened her love for God’s Word and strengthened her trust in Him. Together, Hanna and Courtney discuss how Scripture was written to a real audience in a real historical context—and why understanding that context actually helps us apply the Bible more faithfully today.They also talk honestly about spiritual dryness, Bible reading struggles, and the shame many Christians feel when they fall out of consistent rhythms with Scripture.Whether you feel confident studying the Bible or you’re simply trying to open it more consistently, this conversation offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and a renewed vision for loving God’s Word.Courtney is the Director of Women’s Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition and the author of From Garden to Glory.If you’ve ever wondered how the Bible fits together—or why reading it matters in the middle of ordinary life—this episode is for you.Chapters0:00 Introduction3:40 Courtney’s story of coming to faith6:00 When the Bible became life-changing8:00 The Bible as one unified story11:10 Why Courtney wrote From Garden to Glory13:00 Why context matters when reading Scripture16:30 The question every Bible reader should ask18:40 Why study Bibles are so helpful21:40 What Christian women are getting right today23:30 Where we need grounding in God’s Word25:20 What the goal of the Christian life really is28:00 The power of consistent exposure to Scripture30:30 Shame and inconsistency in Bible reading33:00 Why we read the Bible: invitation and command36:20 What to do when your love for Scripture feels dry38:10 Finding time for the Word in busy seasonsKey Topics Covered-Reading the Bible as one unified story-Understanding Scripture in its original context-How God pursues His people throughout the Bible-Why Leviticus makes sense in the larger story of Scripture-The difference between knowing Scripture and loving God-Spiritual dryness and inconsistent Bible reading-Overcoming shame in spiritual disciplines-Why Scripture is both invitation and command-Practical ways to prioritize time in God’s Word📚 Connect with Courtney📖 From Garden to Glory → https://gardentoglory.com/📖 Courtney's Bible Studies → https://www.courtneydoctor.org/books📸 Instagram: @CourtneyCDoctor💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaSeymourLeave a review for Everyday Spiritual Habits on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review/?ie=UTF8&channel=glance-detail&asin=154600937X Get your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/ESV Study Bible: https://amzn.to/40ZuNSs Lifeway New Testament Handbook: https://amzn.to/4dgq1as 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Biblereading #FromGardentoGlory #NoMatterWhatPodcast #CourtneyDoctor #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

Poet and speaker Tanner Olson returns to No Matter What to talk about his new book, Getting Through What You’re Going Through, and what it really looks like to cling to hope when life feels heavy. In this honest conversation, Hanna and Tanner talk about depression, anxiety, burnout, infertility, stress, and the quiet, steady presence of joy. They wrestle with waiting on God, learning to trust His timing, and remembering His faithfulness when circumstances don’t change. If you’re walking through something hard right now, this episode will remind you: everything may not be okay today — but that’s not the end of the story. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Intro 02:45 – “You Cannot Make God Hurry” (Poem Reading) 07:50 – Joining God in the Certain & Slow 15:20 – Stress, Pride & the Stomach Ulcer Wake-Up Call 23:40 – Why “Choose Joy” Didn’t Work 28:10 – The Power of Remembering 33:15 – Sitting With Someone in Suffering 38:20 – “Everything Will Be Okay” (Poem Reading) 41:15 – The 7,000 Student Goal KEY TOPICS COVERED Waiting on God’s timing Depression, anxiety & burnout Infertility and grief Stress as a symptom of pride Joy and sorrow coexisting The spiritual discipline of remembering Sitting with others in suffering Hope that endures 📚 Connect with Tanner 📖 Getting Through What You're Going Through → https://a.co/d/0gPvkctS 📖 All The Things I Say to God → https://a.co/d/0f5v2epl 📸 Instagram: @WrittentoSpeak 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @Hannaeseymour Get your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/ 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #Christianpoetry #WaitingonGod #NoMatterWhatPodcast #GettingThroughWhatYou'reGoingThrough #TannerOlson #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

Does God feel distant right now? What if He’s actually closer than you think?In this episode of No Matter What with Hanna Seymour, Hanna sits down with author Whitney Lowe to talk about her new book Called Back to Who You Are and the life-changing truth that God pursues us.From the book of Hosea to Luke 15, from seasons of discipline to seasons of manna-in-the-desert dependence, this conversation reframes how we see God’s love. If you’ve ever believed you had to chase God to earn His attention — or wondered where He is in the dark — this episode will anchor your heart in truth.No matter what season you’re in — wandering, waiting, doubting, or trusting — His goodness and mercy are still following you.CHAPTERS01:33 Meet Whitney Lowe02:22 The Origin Story of the Book04:02 Hosea and the Lion of Judah08:06 Love and Judgment: Two Sides of the Same Coin12:45 Luke 15 and the Running Father16:29 Image Bearers and Why God Pursues Us20:18 How Being Pursued Changes Everything25:31 Boundaries That Bear With28:39 Carrying Burdens vs. Carrying Loads30:23 Mutual Pursuit with God34:53 “No Matter What” — Whitney’s AnswerKEY TOPICS COVEREDBiblical theology of God’s pursuitHosea and covenant loveLuke 15 and the running FatherImage bearing and identity in ChristDivine discipline and kindnessSpiritual awareness and thanksgivingBoundaries and sacrificial loveMutual pursuit and revival📚 Connect with Whitney📖 Called Back to Who You Are → a.co/d/8hc2zZs📖 Set Your Eyes Higher → https://a.co/d/068Noloa📸 Instagram: @WhitneyPiersonLowe💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaeseymourGet your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#IdentityinChrist #NoMatterWhatPodcast #CalledBacktoWhoYouAre #WhitneyLowe #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

We all want a better prayer life — but most of us feel distracted, inconsistent, or unsure if it even matters.In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with bestselling author Paul Miller (A Praying Life, A Praying Church, The J-Curve) to talk honestly about why prayer feels so hard — and how we can approach God like beloved children instead of spiritual performers.They discuss unanswered prayer, praying through suffering, how legalism sneaks into our spiritual lives, and why corporate prayer may be the missing piece in many churches. Paul shares how learning to pray reshaped his own family’s story — including walking through deep suffering — and offers simple, freeing ways to begin again.If you’ve ever felt guilt about prayer, struggled with silence from God, or wondered where to start, this conversation is for you.⏱ Chapters0:00 Why Prayer Feels So Hard2:00 Is Prayer a Spiritual Gift?5:45 Learning to Pray Like a Child9:00 Should We Ask God for Things?13:00 Unanswered Prayer & Suffering18:30 How Busy Moms Can Pray21:00 Stop & Pray (Simple Practice)23:30 Praying Scripture Over Your Kids26:00 What Is a Praying Church?31:00 Corporate Prayer & the Holy SpiritKey Topics CoveredLegalism and guilt in prayerChildlike faithAsking God for tangible desiresUnanswered prayer and sufferingThe J-Curve (death → resurrection pattern)Corporate prayer in the churchThe role of the Holy SpiritPractical ways to begin praying todayPraying Scripture over your familySustainable prayer rhythms for busy seasons📚 Connect with Paul📖 Paul's books → https://seejesus.net/collections/all📸 Instagram: @SeeingJesus💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaeseymourGet your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Prayer #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Prayerlife #Spiritualhabits #PaulEMiller #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What if memorizing Scripture isn’t just for kids—or “professional Christians”—but a life-changing practice for everyday believers?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with author and Bible teacher Glenna Marshall to talk about the discipline of memorizing Scripture and how it moves us from merely reading God’s Word to truly living it. Glenna shares how Scripture memory transformed her battle with anger, shaped her love for God, and tethered her heart to truth in seasons of pain, parenting, and ministry.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by spiritual disciplines, disconnected from God throughout your day, or unsure where to start, this conversation is deeply encouraging and incredibly practical.You don’t need more time—you just need a new way to use the time you already have.📖 Topics covered:-Why Scripture memory leads to heart transformation-How to start memorizing the Bible (even with a busy life)-The connection between meditation, memorization, and renewal-How God uses His Word to meet us in suffering-Why the goal isn’t recitation—it’s affection for GodChapters / Timestamps00:00 – Welcome to No Matter What01:55 – Who is Glenna Marshall? Life, ministry, and motherhood06:55 – The hardest and most life-giving parts of this season09:45 – Growing up in the church and coming to faith14:48 – Why Scripture memorization stopped after childhood16:00 – Anger, parenting, and Psalm 119:1118:45 – Memorizing the book of James (and why it changed everything)20:12 – “The goal isn’t recitation—it’s transformation”23:00 – Is Scripture memorization only for high-capacity people?26:50 – God meeting us through memorized Scripture in suffering31:40 – From studying God to loving God35:45 – Where to start if you want to memorize Scripture todayKey Quotes“The goal of Scripture memorization is not recitation—it’s transformation.”“Memorization moved me from the study of God to affection for God.”“You don’t need more time—you just need to use the time you already have.”“God’s Word has a way of meeting you exactly where you are.”“Scripture memory keeps me tethered to God throughout the day.”📚 Connect with Glenna📖 Glenna's books → https://www.glennamarshall.com/my-books/📸 Instagram: @Glennadmarshall💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaeseymourGet your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Scripturememorization #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Biblestudy #Spiritualhabits #GlennaMarshall #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What do you do when you’re living your dream—but feel completely exhausted?In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour sits down with country music artist Russell Dickerson for an honest conversation about faith, burnout, comparison, and obedience. Russell shares how growing up in church shaped his faith, how his understanding of the Holy Spirit deepened later in life, and how God met him in a season where hope felt deferred.From the pressures of success to the quiet work of joy and trust, this conversation reminds us that following Jesus doesn’t mean quitting when things get hard—it means going again, no matter what.Whether you’re navigating exhaustion, discouragement, or simply trying to stay faithful in a demanding season, this episode offers encouragement, perspective, and hope.Chapters00:00 – Welcome & introducing Russell Dickerson02:30 – Family, friendship, and life behind the scenes04:00 – Rapid-fire: what people don’t know about Russell07:30 – Who Russell was at 16 years old10:45 – Growing up in church and early faith13:30 – A deeper awakening to the Holy Spirit18:30 – Faith fatigue and long seasons of obedience22:00 – Burnout after years of success25:30 – The sermon that changed everything: Go Again30:30 – Trusting God in the desert seasons33:45 – Striving vs. working hard unto the Lord37:00 – Comparison fatigue and staying in your lane40:30 – Practicing joy as a discipline43:00 – What following Jesus looks like right nowKey Topics DiscussedFaith in the middle of success and public visibilityBurnout after living a life you once prayed forHope deferred and spiritual exhaustionObedience when excitement is goneThe difference between striving and faithful workComparison fatigue in competitive industriesTrusting God in desert seasonsLetting God close doors as an act of gracePracticing joy as a spiritual disciplineStaying spiritually healthy in demanding careersFollowing Jesus when faith feels costlyChoosing to “go again” when quitting feels easierKey Quotes“Hope deferred makes the heart sick—and I was exhausted.”“Obedience isn’t always exciting, but it’s always forming you.”“Success doesn’t mean you won’t hit a wall.”“Joy is something you practice, not something you wait for.”“When God says ‘go again,’ it’s an invitation—not pressure.”📚 Connect with Russell🎤 See Russ on tour → https://www.russelldickerson.com/#tour📸 Instagram: @RussellDickersonHenry Seeley Sermon 'Go Again': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oNjnUpSMPg 💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaeseymourGet your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Overcomingdoubt #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Faithafterburnout #Spiritualhabits #RussellDickerson #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

Everyday Spiritual Habits is available now!What if spiritual growth wasn’t about doing more—but about becoming someone new in the middle of your real life?In this special No Matter What episode, Hanna Seymour steps out of the host seat to celebrate the launch of her new book, Everyday Spiritual Habits, and is interviewed by her sister-in-law, Kailey Dickerson. Together, they unpack how spiritual formation actually works for women, moms, and anyone overwhelmed by quiet-time guilt and spiritual “shoulds.”This honest, grace-filled conversation reframes holiness, prayer, Scripture, and spiritual disciplines—showing how God meets us in dishes, laundry, car rides, waiting rooms, and ordinary, messy life. You’ll hear why small, consistent habits matter more than intensity, why identity—not checklists—leads to transformation, and how spiritual growth happens over time.If you’ve ever felt behind spiritually, this episode is for you.Chapters00:00 – Welcome & a very special episode02:10 – Book launch announcement: Everyday Spiritual Habits03:30 – Rapid fire: spiritual growth myths06:15 – Quitting “quiet time guilt”08:30 – The science of habit formation11:00 – Why spiritual disciplines feel unrealistic for women14:10 – Practicing prayer in everyday moments17:00 – Redefining solitude for busy moms19:45 – Stop filling every space with scrolling22:30 – Why Scripture isn’t about “feeling good”25:10 – The holiness of ordinary, messy life28:45 – “This is holy work too”31:30 – Identity vs. checkbox faith34:20 – What prayer without ceasing really means37:00 – God’s love isn’t earned—or lost40:20 – When life bumps you, what spills out?43:10 – The spiritual disciplines that changed everything46:00 – Practicing the presence of God49:00 – Tiny habits that tether us to Jesus52:30 – Final encouragement & book invitationKey Quotes “Holiness isn’t intensity—it’s belonging.”“Your life isn’t too messy for spiritual formation.”“Spiritual disciplines are not a checklist; they’re a relationship.”“God meets you where you are, not where you think you should be.”“The mundane moments of your life are holy too.”“You can’t earn God’s love—and you can’t lose it.”📚 Connect with Kailey📖 Coffee With Kailey → https://thatsoundsfunnetwork.com/podcasts/coffee-with-kailey/📸 Instagram: @kaileydickerson💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaeseymourGet your copy of Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#EverydaySpiritualHabits #NoMatterWhatPodcast #KaileyDickerson #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What is shaping who you’re becoming? In this solo episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour reads the opening chapter of her new book, Everyday Spiritual Habits, and invites us into a deeper vision of spiritual formation—one that’s grounded in grace, not guilt. Hanna explores the difference between spiritual habits and spiritual checklists, why transformation doesn’t happen by trying harder, and how God uses even rocky soil to form lasting fruit in our lives. Drawing from Scripture, Dallas Willard’s “Golden Triangle,” and the everyday realities of faith, this episode asks an honest question: Who—or what—is molding you? This episode is for anyone who feels tired, worn down, or quietly discouraged in their spiritual life—and for those longing to become a woman of peace, joy, and faithfulness over the long haul. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:40 Sneak Peek into Everyday Spiritual Habits 03:20 The Practice of Spiritual Habits 12:01 Understanding Spiritual Habits 19:08 Defining Spiritual Habits 24:54 Outro Key Topics Covered -Spiritual habits vs. spiritual checklists -Romans 12 and spiritual transformation -Dallas Willard’s Golden Triangle -God’s love apart from performance -Habit formation and spiritual training -Trials as God’s shaping tool -Becoming the woman you hope to be -Everyday faithfulness over time 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @Hannaeseymour Pre-order Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/ 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #EverydaySpiritualHabits #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Biblestudy #Spiritualhabits #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

Bible teacher and author Jen Wilkin joins Hanna Seymour for a clarifying, freeing conversation about why Scripture matters—and how it actually changes us over time.Known for her passion for biblical fluency, Jen challenges much of what modern Christians assume about Bible reading, including the pressure-filled expectations of “quiet time culture.” With honesty, wisdom, and humor, she reframes spiritual disciplines not as short-term emotional fixes, but as long-term practices that shape our love for God, deepen our understanding of His character, and form us into faithful disciples.Together, Hanna and Jen unpack why so many believers feel shame around Bible reading, how devotional shortcuts have unintentionally weakened biblical literacy, and why repetitive, whole-book reading is one of the most overlooked and transformative practices available to us. They also explore how Scripture was meant to be received—not just individually, but communally—and why true growth requires patience, humility, and time.If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, or unsure how to engage the Bible in a way that fits your real life, this conversation will give you clarity and a renewed vision for God’s Word.In This Episode:• Why Bible reading is about transformation, not self-help• The problem with modern “quiet time” culture• How shame keeps believers from Scripture• Bible literacy vs. Bible fluency• Why repetitive reading builds real understanding• How Scripture was meant to be learned in community• Where to start if you feel overwhelmed or behindChapters00:00:00 Welcome & Episode Introduction00:03:00 Jen’s Story & Season of Life00:06:50 Why Scripture Matters00:08:45 Bible as Revelation, Not Self-Help00:10:50 Shame and Bible Reading00:14:50 The Problem with Quiet Time Culture00:17:10 Discipline, Desire, and Long-Term Growth00:20:00 What Real Bible Engagement Looks Like00:23:00 Repetitive Reading Explained00:25:45 Where to Start Reading Scripture00:27:40 Old Testament & Bible Fluency00:30:05 Scripture Interpretation Layers00:33:10 Women, Theology, and Learning Tools00:35:00 The Role of Bible Studies & Teachers00:37:50 Final Encouragement & ClosingKey Quotes“Change doesn’t begin with wanting to change—it begins with seeing God as He truly is.”“We’ve confused short-term spiritual feelings with long-term spiritual formation.”“A text can never mean something to you that it never meant to the original hearers.”“The goal isn’t Bible literacy—it’s Bible fluency.”📚 Connect with Jen📖 Jen's books and studies → https://www.jenwilkin.net/books-and-studies📸 Instagram: @jenwilkin💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaeseymourPre-order Everyday Spiritual Habits https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Biblereading #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Biblestudy #Spiritualhabits #JenWilkin #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

Author and speaker, Alexandra Hoover joins Hanna Seymour for a powerful, honest conversation about offense, forgiveness, and freedom—and why so many of us are unknowingly living bound by past wounds.Drawing from her book You Can Let Go, Alexandra helps us identify the subtle signs of a heart carrying offense: insecurity, comparison, bitterness, jealousy, rejection, and a critical spirit. Together, Hanna and Alexandra unpack what Scripture actually teaches about offense—not as a feeling, but as a trap that keeps us from experiencing the abundant life Jesus offers.This episode doesn’t minimize pain. Instead, it makes a crucial distinction between hurt and offense, showing how healing requires surrender, honesty, and God’s power—not willpower alone. If you’ve ever felt stuck replaying conversations, struggling to forgive, or wondering why peace feels out of reach, this conversation offers clarity, hope, and a path forward.If you’re ready to stop carrying what God never asked you to hold, this episode is for you.In This Episode:• The difference between hurt and offense• Signs you may be living offended without realizing it• Why offense is a spiritual snare• What Jesus teaches about forgiveness and freedom• How healing becomes part of your testimony• Why letting go isn’t just for you—it impacts othersChapters00:00:00 Welcome + Episode Introduction00:02:00 Unexpected Joy & Everyday Delight00:05:30 Alexandra’s Story Behind You Can Let Go00:08:45 What It Really Means to Live Offended00:11:45 Symptoms of a Heart Holding Offense00:14:10 Offense as a Spiritual Snare (Matthew 18)00:17:40 Hurt vs. Offense: A Crucial Distinction00:20:40 Why Forgiveness Is a Process00:24:30 Healing, Prayer, and Releasing Control00:27:00 Letting Go as a Testimony00:29:30 “No Matter What” Encouragement00:30:15 Closing Prayer00:31:40 Book Mentions + Final ThoughtsKey Quotes“Offense is not something that happens to you—it’s something you pick up.”“To live offended is to live imprisoned by pain Jesus already paid to free you from.”“You can follow Jesus and still miss the abundant life He came to give.”“Healing isn’t just for you—it becomes a window of hope for others.”📚 Connect with Alexandra📖 You Can Let Go → https://a.co/d/60iY6R6📸 Instagram: @alexandravhoover💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @HannaeseymourPre-order Everyday Spiritual Habits -> https://hannaseymour.com/EVERYDAYSPIRITUALHABITS/🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Healing #NoMatterWhatPodcast #youcanletgo #lettinggo #AlexandraHoover #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of No Matter What, Hanna Seymour welcomes speaker, author, and advocate Toni Collier for a raw conversation about suffering, community, addiction, and the sustaining presence of God. Drawing from Toni’s story—including childhood trauma, abuse, divorce, public betrayal, and recovery—this episode explores what it truly looks like to trust God and walk with Him no matter what.Together, Hanna and Toni unpack why pain often drives us toward numbing instead of healing, how isolation and shame keep us stuck, and why God designed us with a visceral need for friendship and community. Toni shares how intentional, confessional relationships quite literally carried her through the hardest seasons of her life—and how refusing to suffer alone became a turning point in her healing.If you’ve ever felt alone, overwhelmed by pain, tempted to numb instead of feel, or unsure who you’d call if everything fell apart—this conversation offers hope, honesty, and a reminder that God’s presence, and God’s people, are enough.In This Episode:• Toni’s “made for the trenches” story and what suffering has taught her• Why numbing pain short-circuits healing• Addiction, recovery, and choosing connection over coping• The spiritual and emotional necessity of friendship• How to build community before crisis hits• Why isolation is the enemy’s strategy• What it means to trust God’s presence no matter whatChapters00:00:00 New Year Welcome and Episode Setup00:03:30 Introducing Toni Collier00:08:00 The Meaning of “No Matter What”00:10:00 Toni’s Story and Life in the Trenches00:14:30 Anger, Pain, and God’s Presence00:18:00 Addiction, Numbing, and Healing00:24:00 The Power of Not Doing It Alone00:27:30 Building Confessional Community00:33:00 Friendship, Dating Friends, and Vulnerability00:38:00 God’s Presence in the Midst of Crisis00:41:00 Toni's 'No Matter What' Statement00:42:00 Prayer and Closing Encouragement📚 Connect with Toni📖 Don't Try This Alone → https://a.co/d/hTAhlx2Toni's merch line: https://www.shopetch.co/collections/toni-collier?srsltid=AfmBOooa8cVwN-RaFC08WLvdAfD19Uw_eUoVss1-MollcKyHb0tAK1Fi📸 Instagram: @tonijcollier Broken Crayons Still Color Instagram: @brkncrayonsToni Collier on The Deep End with Lecrae: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-divorce-story-toni-collier-never-planned-to-tell/id1731885106?i=1000738780103 💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#Healing #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Brokencrayonsstillcolor #Dontrythisalone #ToniCollier #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

In this episode of No Matter What, Hanna invites listeners into a grace-filled conversation about habit formation, spiritual growth, and why small beginnings matter more than big intentions. As a new year approaches, Hanna challenges the familiar “go big or go home” mindset and offers a better way forward—one rooted in identity, consistency, and dependence on God.Drawing from both Scripture and the science of habit formation, Hanna reframes spiritual disciplines as training, not trying harder. She shares personal stories, insights from her book Everyday Spiritual Habits, and practical examples that show how tiny, faithful habits can shape who we become over time. Rather than focusing on achievements or spiritual checklists, Hanna calls listeners to consider a deeper question: Who do you want to become?This episode is especially encouraging for anyone who feels tired before the new year even begins, struggles with consistency, or longs for sustainable spiritual growth that fits real life.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Faithful Living00:53 The Shift from Big Goals to Small Habits06:47 Understanding Habit Formation and Identity13:26 The Power of Micro Habits19:59 Encouragement for New BeginningsKey Topics• Why “go big or go home” goals often lead to burnout• The difference between trying harder and training differently• How habits shape identity and spiritual formation• Why small, daily “seed habits” lead to lasting change• What Scripture says about small beginnings• Practical examples of tiny habits for Bible reading and prayer• How to approach the new year with grace and faithfulness💬 Connect with Hanna🌐 hannaeseymour.com📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts#NewYear #NoMatterWhatPodcast #NewYearNewMe #Healthyhabits #Spiritualhabits #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

In this special solo episode of No Matter What, Hanna steps into the Advent season with an honest, hope-filled reflection on waiting, prayer, and trusting God when answers feel delayed. Drawing from Luke 1 and the story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, Hanna explores what it means to believe God hears us—even when His response doesn’t come how or when we expect. With warmth, Scripture, and personal insight from her book Everyday Spiritual Habits, Hanna reframes prayer not as persistence that wears God down, but as dependence that draws us closer to His presence. She invites listeners to consider how waiting itself becomes a tool God uses to deepen faith, cultivate trust, and anchor us in Him. If you’re weary from unanswered prayers, discouraged by long seasons of waiting, or wondering whether God truly hears you—this episode offers reassurance, clarity, and gentle encouragement rooted in the character of a faithful God. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:04 Understanding Advent and Waiting 03:47 The Story of Zechariah and Elizabeth 06:09 The Significance of Prayer and God's Timing 12:35 The Purpose of Waiting and Dependence on God 15:59 Conclusion Key Topics: • Why Advent is a season of waiting, trust, and hope • What Zechariah and Elizabeth teach us about unanswered prayer • How God hears prayers long after we stop praying them • Why prayer is about dependence, not determination • The purpose God has in seasons of waiting • How unanswered prayers can draw us deeper into God’s presence Enter the GoodReads giveaway: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/236775479-everyday-spiritual-habits 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #Advent #NoMatterWhatPodcast #waitingonGod #faithfulness #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

In this conversation, Hanna sits down with bestselling author and podcaster, Blake Guichet (also known as The Girl Named Blake). Blake opens up about her unexpected journey from driven, sharp-edged teenager to a woman shaped by surrender, motherhood, and a deep love for Jesus. Blake shares how God grabbed her heart during her freshman year of college and gently redirected her from “dabbling” in sin toward a life of abundance, healing, and freedom. She and Hanna unpack the pressure of “holy hustle,” why rest is actually sacred, and how God uses seasons of breaking to restore, renew, and strengthen us. You’ll also hear Blake talk about the early days of Confessions of a Crappy Christian, her massive leap from church communications to full-time creator, and what she has learned from leading bold, honest conversations online. If you need encouragement, honesty, and a reminder that God meets us in every messy season, this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Faith and Transformation 04:32 The Birth of a Podcast: Confessions of a Crappy Christian 07:15 Navigating Online Influence and Authenticity 09:54 The Impact of Viral Moments 12:50 Advice for Meaningful Conversations 15:37 Reflections on Regret and Growth 22:59 The Journey of Healing and Perspective 28:18 Navigating Online Reactions and Personal Growth 32:27 The Struggle with Hustle Culture 37:11 Finding Rest and Surrendering Control 43:01 Embracing Transformation and Trusting God Key Topics: -The importance of authenticity and vulnerability in public life. -The role of faith and personal transformation in Blake's journey. -Challenges and insights from podcasting and building an online presence. -The impact of hustle culture and the significance of rest and balance. -Encouragement for listeners to embrace their unique journeys and trust in their faith. Enter the GoodReads giveaway: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/236775479-everyday-spiritual-habits 📚 Connect with Blake 📖 Confessions of a Crappy Christian → https://a.co/d/c8idmcH The Speakeasy Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-speakeasy/id1440149171 📸 Instagram: @thegirlnamedblake 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #Blakeguichet #NoMatterWhatPodcast #Confessionsofacrappychristian #thegirlnamedblake #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

Author Erica Ligenza Gwynn joins Hanna for a refreshing, deeply needed conversation about the cultural lies women are believing—and the biblical truth that brings us freedom. Drawing from her new book, That’s Just Not True, Erica shares how subtle messaging around empowerment, self-sufficiency, and “you do you” theology can quietly shape our identity, overwhelm our hearts, and pull us away from dependence on Christ.Together, they unpack two of the most common mantras women absorb today: “She believed she could, so she did” and “I am enough.” With Scripture, practical examples, and honest storytelling, Hanna and Erica explore why these phrases sound good but leave us striving, depleted, or disconnected from God’s design.If you’ve ever felt pressure to be “limitless,” overwhelmed by expectations, or confused by well-packaged cultural wisdom—this conversation will bring clarity, comfort, and truth rooted in God’s Word.In This Episode:• How to identify lies the enemy disguises as empowerment• Why self-reliance leads to exhaustion• What Scripture actually says about sufficiency• Parenting, story, calling, and God’s authorship• The lies most women don’t realize they’ve believedChapters00:00:00 Introduction and Purpose00:01:30 Connection and Background00:03:00 Two Truths and a Lie Game00:05:00 Book Discussion: It's Just Not True00:10:00 Personal Experiences with Lies00:15:00 Faith and Truth in Everyday Life00:20:00 Practical Steps to Replace Lies00:25:00 Parenting and Personal Growth00:30:00 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsKey quotes“The enemy isn’t creative—he takes something good and twists it just enough that we no longer notice it’s not truth.”“There’s never going to be a point where we arrive at ‘enough.’ That’s the whole point of the gospel—Jesus was enough because we aren’t.”“Our world tells us we can do anything, but God invites us to discover the specific things He actually created us to do.” 📚 Connect with Erica 📖 That's Just Not True → https://a.co/d/2bwruUb 📸 Instagram: @ericaligenza 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #EricaLigenzaGwynn #NoMatterWhatPodcast #That'sjustnottrue #Lieswomenbelieve #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What if the people right in front of you are the ones God is inviting you to love most intentionally? In this episode, Hanna sits down with author Abby Kuykendall to talk about Christian hospitality as a spiritual discipline, why perfection kills connection, and how to create safe, meaningful spaces around your table. Abby unpacks themes from her new book, Let the Biscuits Burn, and explains how real hospitality starts with learning to be present—with yourself, with others, and with Jesus. Whether you're navigating the holidays, wanting better connection with neighbors, or longing to bring people into your life without overwhelm, this conversation will give you practical, low-lift hosting ideas you can use right away. If you’ve ever felt too busy, too tired, or too insecure to host, this episode will lift the pressure and give you tools to open your home—and your heart—no matter your season. In This Episode -Entertaining can often be a selfish act. -Biblical hospitality focuses on who God wants at the table. -Serving others should be the priority in hospitality. -The environment should foster intimate and vulnerable conversations. -The Holy Spirit's guidance is crucial in hospitality. -Cooking and decorating should reflect a desire to serve others. -Hospitality is about community and connection. -Creating an inviting space is essential for meaningful interactions. -It's important to shift focus from self to others in hospitality. -True hospitality is a reflection of one's faith and values. Chapters 00:00 — Intro 02:14 — Who Abby Is & Why Presence Matters 05:40 — Learning to Slow Down Enough to Notice Your Inner World 10:22 — How Emotional Awareness Shapes Spiritual Formation 14:55 — The Power of Naming What’s True 18:30 — What Happens in Our Bodies During Stress or Disconnection 22:48 — Practicing Attunement With Yourself First 27:05 — Soul Friendships & Showing Up for One Another 31:42 — Parenting: Connection Over Perfection 35:10 — Repair as a Daily Rhythm in All Relationships 38:00 — Bringing Jesus to the Table of Every Relationship 41:22 — How Slowing Down Makes Room for the Holy Spirit 45:18 — Practical Rhythms for Connection in Daily Life 48:30 — Final Encouragements & Closing Key Quotes "Entertaining is selfish because it is what you want." "It's not who I want at my table, it's who God wants." 📚 Connect with Abby 📖 Let The Biscuits Burn → https://a.co/d/8O9ZDAD 📸 Instagram: @abby.kuykendall 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #AbbyKuykendall #NoMatterWhatPodcast #LetTheBiscuitsBurn #BiblicalHospitality #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

What if joy is still possible—even in the seasons you wouldn’t have chosen? Today, Hanna is joined by author and podcast host Rachel Awtrey for a warm, honest, hope-filled conversation about learning to love your life — even in seasons you didn’t choose and wouldn’t pick again. Rachel shares the surprising backstory behind her book Love Your Life (Even When You Don’t Like It All the Time) and how she began to practice joy in the middle of loneliness, constant transition as a military spouse, and the everyday grind of motherhood. Together, Hanna and Rachel talk about the small, ordinary things that bring them joy (like open windows, fall breezes, and instrumental jazz), and why those “little” things actually matter deeply in our spiritual formation. They unpack how joy is something we practice, not something we wait to feel; how paying attention to God’s goodness grows gratitude; and why celebration becomes a kind of spiritual discipline that prepares us for the harder days. Rachel also shares practical ways to invite joy into your home, friendships, rhythms, and thought life — especially when nothing feels ideal. If you’re craving more joy, more presence, and more delight in the life you’re actually living, this conversation will feel like a deep breath and a gentle nudge toward hope. 💡Topics discussed: -Joy can be found in the ordinary moments of life. -Celebration is a discipline that can transform our perspective. -Community is essential for unlocking joy and combating loneliness. -Invitation is a powerful tool for building friendships. -We often have more in common with others than we realize. -It's important to be open to unexpected friendships. -Hosting is about love, not impressing others. -Spiritual formation is more important than just gaining information. -We should focus on being present in our relationships. -God desires a personal relationship with us, not just a student-teacher dynamic. ⏰ Chapters 00:00 – Welcome & Episode Intro 01:12 – Meeting Rachel Awtrey 03:04 – The Story Behind “Love Your Life” 06:55 – When Joy Feels Hard to Find 10:31 – Practicing Joy in the Everyday Moments 14:18 – Motherhood, Loneliness & Honest Confession 18:42 – Why Celebration Is a Spiritual Discipline 22:57 – How Gratitude Shapes Our Perspective 27:40 – Small Rhythms That Grow Big Joy 31:28 – Friendship, Connection & Feeling Known 35:16 – Inviting God Into Ordinary Life 39:48 – What Rachel Is Loving in This Season 43:12 – Encouragement for Anyone Struggling Right Now 46:05 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Rachel ✨ Key Quotes "This isn’t a self-help book. It’s a self-plus-God-help book—because only the Lord can heal what our hacks and habits never will." - Rachel Awtrey "People are starving to be invited in. Most of us are just waiting for someone else to go first—so go first, even if it’s awkward or messy." - Rachel Awtrey "You’re not meant to be impressive; you’re meant to be available. Hospitality isn’t perfection—it’s letting people into your real life." - Rachel Awtrey 📚 Connect with Rachel 📖 Love Your Life → https://a.co/d/7hYp1kQ 🎙️ Real Talk with Rachel Awtrey Podcast 📸 Instagram: @rachel.awtrey 💬 Connect with Hanna 🌐 hannaeseymour.com 📸 Instagram: @hannaeseymour 🎧 Listen to No Matter What wherever you get your podcasts #RachelAwtrey #NoMatterWhatPodcast #LoveYourLife #BiblicalHospitality #ChristianPodcast #ChristianWomen #SpiritualHabits #BusyMomLife #HannaSeymour

Do you ever feel like life is one big balancing act you’re about to drop? 😅 Author and podcaster Tara Sun joins Hanna to talk about what to do when you’re overbooked and overwhelmed. From saying “no” to good things, to finding rest in daily routines, to learning that spiritual maturity is actually dependence on God—this conversation will help you reset your pace and remember what really matters. 💡 In This Episode: Learning to rest without quitting How to depend on God instead of self-reliance The difference between being busy and living abundantly What Mary and Martha can teach us about anxiety and presence Why rest is a posture, not a nap The one-sentence prayer Tara’s dad prays every day 📖 Grab Tara’s book: Overbooked and Overwhelmed → https://amzn.to/4oAoO0u 🎙️ Listen to Truth Talks with Tara → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-talks-with-tara/id1526013986 🌐 Connect with Hanna: hannaeseymour.com | @hannaeseymour

What if you stopped trying to prove your love to God—and just rested in being loved by Him?  In this tender, tear-filled conversation, Dove Award–winning singer-songwriter Ellie Holcomb joins Hanna Seymour to talk about what it means to be God’s beloved even in the wilderness. Ellie shares stories behind her newest album Far Country, the grief and longing that shaped it, and how she learned that God’s love isn’t something to earn or achieve—it’s something to receive. This is one of those honest, healing episodes you’ll carry with you all week. About Ellie Holcomb Ellie Holcomb is a Dove Award–winning artist, author, and mom who writes songs and stories to remind people of the hope we have in Christ. Her latest record, Far Country, invites listeners to hold both sorrow and joy as we journey toward the home our hearts long for. Listen to Far Country → https://music.apple.com/us/album/far-country/1833088326 Follow Ellie → https://www.instagram.com/ellieholcomb About Hanna Seymour Hanna Seymour is an author and podcaster with big sister energy and a seminary degree. Her upcoming book, Everyday Spiritual Habits, releases February 2026 and helps you build small, simple habits to grow your faith in daily life. Preorder now: https://amzn.to/43hSuap Sign up for The Weekly One: https://hannaseymour.com

viral “silly song” creator Sarah Maddack joins Hanna to talk about choosing obedience over outcome and learning to please God, not people. Sarah shares how her unexpected career began with a slug on her rug, how she wrestles with discouragement and comparison in a world driven by numbers and algorithms, and what it looks like to trust God with both creativity and calling. Together, Hanna and Sarah talk about identity, surrender, motherhood, and the temptation to measure worth by views instead of faithfulness. This conversation will remind you that God calls us to obedience, not results—and that success in His kingdom looks a lot more like everyday faithfulness than viral fame. In this episode: How Sarah’s viral “silly songs” began Finding identity beyond performance or platform Pleasing God vs. pleasing people Obedience over outcome when success fades What motherhood teaches us about God’s love About Sarah:Sarah Maddack is a silly songwriter and artist who lives in Nashville, TN. She started her music career after a video of her rapping to a slug on her rug went viral on TikTok. She is most known for her song “Coffee Shop Bop” (“I hopped into a coffee shop”), which gained over 30 million views and became a viral social media trend. Sarah writes and performs songs about anything random, wholesome, or found in daily life—hippos, baked goods, insects, and more. Her music is quirky, fun, upbeat, and family-friendly. She’s passionate about the joy that following Jesus brings and encourages her followers to embrace silliness and not take themselves too seriously! Connect with Sarah:🎵 Listen to Sarah’s music on Spotify🎶 Watch her videos on YouTube📱 Follow her on Instagram🎵 Follow her on TikTok Connect with Hanna:🎙 Listen to No Matter What on Apple Podcasts or Spotify📖 Sign up for The Weekly One at hannaeseymour.com📸 Follow Hanna on Instagram▶️ Watch on YouTube

When Katy’s husband said he wanted to leave his career and become a pastor, her first response was, “That would ruin my life.” In this episode, Katy Fassett shares her raw journey of releasing control, losing identity and income, rebuilding community, and ultimately learning to trust God in motherhood and massive change. Honest, funny, and deeply encouraging for any woman navigating surrender. In this episode we talk about: Letting go of control in motherhood Supporting a husband through a massive calling shift Losing income + identity overnight Navigating loneliness in the little years Rebuilding community from scratch Choosing faith over fear (even when it costs comfort) Katy is fun, silly, deeply honest, and full of faith. If you’ve ever thought:“I didn’t sign up for THIS version of my life… but I want to trust God anyway,”this episode will speak straight to your heart. Bible Verse:“Our purpose is to please God, not people.” – 1 Thessalonians 2:4 Katy Fassett is a mom of (almost) five, a former Beachbody partner, and a soon-to-be pastor’s wife. Online, she’s known for her fun, honest, and faith-filled take on motherhood, fitness, and real life. Katy encourages women to take care of their bodies, lean into community, and trust God—especially when life doesn’t go as planned. 🤍 CONNECT WITH KATY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katy.fassett/ Youtube  @katy.fassett  🔗 CONNECT WITH HANNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannaeseymour https://hannaseymour.com/ ✅ IF THIS ENCOURAGED YOU… • Subscribe • Rate and review • Share it with a friend

Former Miss New York turned military wife, mom of three, and declutter guru, Shannon Leyko has lived about a dozen lives in thirty-seven years — and every one of them has taught her something about freedom, faith, and what really matters.In this episode, Shannon shares her story of walking away from a fear-based religion, rediscovering God’s grace, and learning to live a decluttered life — not because she loves minimalism, but because she wants her heart, home, and habits to align with her values.We talk about how letting go of excess can become a spiritual practice, how overconsumption quietly becomes idolatry, and why true freedom often begins with what we choose to release.In this episode:How losing her mom led Shannon closer to JesusLiving without excess so your values lead your home — not your stuffWhen possessions become our security or identityShannon’s journey out of legalism and into graceWhy faith sometimes means slowing down and focusing smallHow personal faithfulness creates ripple effects in the world✨ This one will leave you breathing easier, more grounded, and freshly focused on what truly matters.✨ Connect with Shannon Leyko: 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/paring_down/ 🎙️ Podcast → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/paring-down-realistic-minimalism-decluttering-intentional/id1713108995 💌 Connect with Hanna: Instagram → https://instagram.com/hannaeseymour Subscribe to The Weekly One → https://hannaseymour.com/theweeklyone 👉 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and SHARE this episode with a friend.

What does it look like to live a life that’s both productive and unhurried? In this week’s conversation, I sit down with Ruth Chou Simons—Wall Street Journal bestselling author, artist, podcaster, and founder of GraceLaced. Ruth shares from her new book The Way of the Wildflower and helps us see how God uses every season—growth, rest, and even dormancy—to shape us. We talk about: Why hurry often starts in the heart Trusting God’s timing instead of rushing ahead How sanctification can’t be forced or fast-tracked What dormancy looks like in our spiritual lives The freedom of dependency on God’s sufficiency This episode is a gentle reminder: God isn’t in a rush with you. 🌿 Links & Resources Ruth’s new book: The Way of the Wildflower Ruth on Instagram: @ruthchousimons Ruth’s art & shop: GraceLaced Other books by Ruth: GraceLaced, Beholding and Becoming, When Striving Ceases, Now and Not Yet Connect with me: hannaseymour.com Instagram: @hannaeseymour My weekly devotional email The Weekly One: https://hannaseymour.com/theweeklyone If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who feels rushed in this season. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss next week’s conversation!

Motherhood can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and impossible. We often believe the lie that we need to “do it all” or be the perfect mom. But in today’s conversation, author and mom of five, Katie Faris, reminds us that our limits are not failures—they are invitations to depend on the limitless God.Katie and I talk about: The common lies moms believe about keeping it all together How suffering and grief intersect with motherhood What it looks like to embrace dependence on God rather than striving to be “super mom” The freedom that comes from being a faithful, not a perfect, parent Her new devotional Every Hour I Need You and how studying God’s character transformed her daily walkIf you’ve ever felt weary, inadequate, or like you’re falling short as a mom, this episode will encourage you to lift your eyes to the God who sees you, loves you, and equips you for the sacred calling of motherhood.Order Katie’s devotional: https://www.amazon.com/Every-Hour-Need-You-Meditations/dp/1433586103 Connect with Katie: https://katiefaris.comFollow Katie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiefaris 🔗 Connect with Hanna Website: https://hannaseymour.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannaseymour Subscribe to The Weekly One: https://hannaseymour.com⁠/theweeklyone

Cristina Baker has lived through homelessness, addiction, and trauma. But in the middle of her darkest moments, she encountered Jesus in a way that changed everything. Now with over 1 million followers on TikTok, Cristina shares daily prayers and encouragement with millions of people online. She’s the author of Hope in 60 Seconds and her newest book A Minute of Hope: 100 Prayers for Staying Steadfast Through Challenges and Change. In this conversation, Cristina and Hanna talk about: Her radical encounter with Jesus that turned her life around The lifelong process of healing and sanctification Why prayer is not just something we do, but a way of life How God redeems even our wilderness seasons Practical encouragement for making prayer part of your everyday moments Cristina’s story is a living reminder that no one is too far gone for God to redeem, and that a single prayer can change everything. 📖 Scripture mentioned: Jeremiah 29:11, 2 Corinthians 10:5, Psalm 34:17–19, James 5:16 📚 Cristina’s books: Hope in 60 Seconds and A Minute of Hope ⭐ Connect with Us Connect with Cristina: 🌐 cristinabaker.com 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok Connect with Hanna: 🌐 hannaseymour.com 📸 Instagram 🎙 No Matter What podcast ✉️ The Weekly One — one verse, one quote, and one question each week

In this episode, I sit down with author, spoken word poet, and storyteller, Tanner Olson. Tanner shares how his journey through infertility, adoption, and creative ministry has shaped his faith. Together we talk about prayer, waiting on God’s timing, the coexistence of grief and hope, and what it looks like to live faithfully—even when life doesn’t look the way you expected. His honesty about wrestling with God, his story of adoption, and his heart for helping others connect with God through poetry and prayer will encourage and challenge you to remember: life is heavy and hard, but God is always good. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: The story behind Tanner’s children’s book All the Things I Say to God How grief and hope can exist side by side Tanner’s personal journey with infertility and adoption Honest reflections on social media, creativity, and calling Why remembering God’s past faithfulness matters for our present trials How prayer can be simple, accessible, and transformative for all of us About Tanner Olson:Tanner Olson is an author, spoken word poet, and storyteller based in Nashville, TN. Known for his heartfelt and hopeful voice, he travels the country sharing poetry and stories that weave together grace, humor, and faith. His work has been described as “hopefully unique and inviting,” offering a fresh perspective on life’s complexities with honesty and curiosity. Tanner is the author of multiple books, including Walk A Little Slower, All the Things I Say to God (Zonderkidz, April 2025), and an upcoming release with HarperCollins in February 2026. Discover more of his work at writtentospeak.com. Resources & Links: All the Things I Say to God (Zonderkidz, April 2025): https://www.writtentospeak.com/store Follow Tanner on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/writtentospeak Follow Hanna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannaeseymour Learn more: https://www.hannaseymour.com Call to Action:If something in this episode encouraged you, I’d love to hear! Leave a comment on Spotify, DM me on Instagram, or share this episode with a friend who needs a reminder of God’s goodness. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe—your support helps this podcast reach more people with encouragement to follow Jesus, no matter what.

Katie Blackburn’s story is one of resilience, courage, and God’s faithfulness. As a single mom of six, Katie has walked through unexpected turns she never saw coming. In this conversation, we talk about the power of community, the gift of being vulnerable, and the strength only God can provide when life feels overwhelming. Katie also shares what it’s been like to raise a child with autism, and the lessons she’s learning about letting go and trusting God with her kids’ stories. This is a raw, hope-filled reminder that even when everything falls apart, God is still there. About Katie: Katie Blackburn is a writer, single mom to six, and relentless believer finding grace in motherhood, special-needs parenting, and everyday faith. Her voice—honest, gentle, and anchored in community—shines through in her writing. Find Katie online: Coffee + Crumbs Substack Her blog & Gluing the Cracks Instagram: @katiemblackburn Find Hanna online: Website: https://hannaseymour.com | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanna_seymour | Podcast (No Matter What): Apple | Podcast (The Weekly One): Spotify | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hannaeseymour

Kelly Needham shares her story of learning what true purpose looks like—in motherhood, ministry, and everyday life. We talk about what it means to rely fully on God, why the small acts of service matter so much, and how to rethink ambition and success in light of the Gospel. We also dive into family rhythms, reading habits, and the tension of wanting to honor God while living in a culture that often tells us otherwise. Find Kelly Needham online: Website: https://kellyneedham.com | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyneedham | Podcast (Clearly with Kelly Needham & Jenny Randle): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/clearly/id1684295216 | Book (Purposefooled): https://www.kellyneedham.com/purposefooled Find Hanna online: Website: https://hannaseymour.com | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanna_seymour | Podcast (No Matter What): Apple | Podcast (The Weekly One): Spotify | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hannaeseymour Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Technical Challenges 02:57 Kelly's Current Projects and Ministry Growth 05:48 Family Dynamics and Parenting Insights 08:47 Reading Habits and Literary Preferences 11:52 Daily Life and Family Values 14:51 Purpose and Meaning in Life 17:42 The Premise of 'Purpose Fooled' 25:46 The Weight of Expectations 30:11 Redefining Greatness 34:52 Finding Purpose in the Mundane 40:31 Living for an Audience of One 50:19 The Journey of Dependency

Christy Nockels joins me to share her story as a musician, a mom, and a woman following Jesus. We talk about what it looks like to keep family and faith first, how music can shape parenting, and the ways God has used hardship and surrender to teach her. Christy reminds us to slow down, live in the present, and trust God’s plan—especially when it comes to rest. We also chat about her brand-new lullaby album, King Who Never Sleeps, and the joy it’s already bringing to families. Find Christy Nockels online: Website: https://christynockels.com | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christynockels | Podcast (The Glorious in the Mundane): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-glorious-in-the-mundane/id1017451826 | Music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5WNNkGJ1FqQxQJQq9Sxjba Find Hanna online: Website: https://hannaseymour.com | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hanna_seymour | Podcast (No Matter What): Apple | Podcast (The Weekly One): Spotify | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hannaeseymour Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Connections 02:10 The Power of Music in Parenting 06:00 Prioritizing Callings and Family 11:10 Living from a Place of Rest 14:18 Be Where You Are: Embracing the Present 20:25 Working with God vs. Working for God 24:31 Adventuring with God 29:13 The Journey to Lullabies 34:02 The Message of King Who Never Sleeps 39:24 Lessons from Hardship and Surrender

This is a really important conversation. Jessica Hottle joins me to talk about healing from childhood trauma, learning how to forgive, and ultimately finding freedom in Christ. In this episode, we discuss: Responding to and recovering from childhood trauma How to forgive those who have wronged you and why it matters The difference between forgiveness and reconciliation How to dismantle the lies that keep us from healing and wholeness How to see the truth of Romans 8:28 when we're looking at past trauma Scripture Mentioned: Ephesians 5 John 10:10 Psalm 145:17 Psalm 139 1 John 1 Resources Mentioned: More about Jessica  Follow Jessica on instagram Follow Living Free Living Healthy on instagram Boundaries by Henry Cloud  Try Softer by Aundi Kolber  Sponsors: Faithful Counseling – Professional mental health counseling from a Biblical perspective 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

Y'all are gonna love this girl. Ainsley Britain and her sassiness are in the house, talking about abusive relationships, how God has better for you, and how Jesus came to set us free.  In this episode, we discuss: How does one even find herself in an abusive relationship? How can we offer help and support to a friend in an abusive relationship? How the pathway to healing and freedom is a process that requires community How God is so much better and so much more powerful than we can ever understand Scripture Mentioned: James 5:14-15 Resources Mentioned: More about Ainsley Ainsley's coaching Ainsley's instagram Gary Thomas' Sacred Pathways

Songstress, Jillian Edwards, is here to talk about seasons of waiting, season of seeking clarity, and how there is blessing in the simple act of planting seeds. You will love this conversation and this woman--if you don't already! In this episode, we discuss:  Navigating the balance between faith and seeking clarity How seasons of waiting can be incredibly fruitful How our relationship with and definition of success should look different as followers of Christ How obedience, faithfulness, and success relate to each other Scripture mentioned: Phil 3:10 Isaiah 32:16-20 Psalm 84:11 Resources mentioned:  More about Jillian and her music! Jillian's latest album: Meadow The Dailys 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

If you only listen to one podcast episode in 2020, this should be it. Dr. Deb Gorton, author of Embracing Uncomfortable, shares her insight as a clinical psychologist with personal stories about how our drive for comfort is leading us away from our desired destination, and what you and I can do to start living differently. In this episode, we discuss:  How knowing your core identity gives you freedom to do so many other things How when we don't know who we are and what we value, we make the wrong short term decisions How when get locked into specific outcomes, it's hard to pivot when they don't match our reality How our drive for comfort leads us away from our desired destination Scripture mentioned: Colossians 1:16 - For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. (NIV) Resources mentioned:  Embracing Uncomfortable by Dr. Deb Gorton More about Dr. Deb Gorton 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

What should have been an exciting new chapter of life, began with the funerals of her dad and then mom. Morgan Coyner joins me in the studio today to talk about her "great terrible", grief, death, addiction, and how the kindness of God can be found in even the darkest corners. In this episode, we discuss: How vital community is during seasons of grief When you struggle to see the kindness of the Lord How you can't allow your sin and shame to stay in the darkness The importance of lamenting and having space to wrestle with your doubts, anger, and disappointment Scripture mentioned: John 14:18 Psalm 68:6 1 Peter 5:10 Resources mentioned: The Next Door TND video Morgan talks about You can buy this cute T-shirt and support The Next Door TND Hope Line: 855-TND-HOPE Sponors: Faithful Counseling - Professional mental health counseling from a Biblical perspective 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

If you need to be reminded that God is in the details of your life, that He is for you, and that He's always good, my friend Laura Cooksey is here to testify. We talk about career, family planning, infertility, adoption, you name it-- we covered it. And you are going to be so grateful for this woman's story and her heart. In this episode, we discuss: The process of learning to trust God when reality doesn't meet our expectations How to plan, prepare, and pivot when the Lord redirects your steps How even amidst loss and grief, we can have hope How practicing gratitude in all circumstances is life giving and transforming Scripture Mentioned:  Prov 16:9 Isaiah 55:8-9 2 Cor 4:17 Lam 3:21-24 Ephesians 3:16-21 Resources Mentioned: The Thoughtful Table Follow @thethoughfultable on instagram Follow @laurabcooksey on instagram to learn about her new music!  Episode Sponsors: 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide My theme song and ad music is by my amazing friend, Shaylee Simeone. Check her out.

You are going to love my new friend and songstress, Hope Darst. This conversation of identity and finding freedom, quickly became a theological discussion and I am here for it. Hope's story is going to challenge you and move you, and you're definitely going to want to listen to her album, Peace Be Still, after it's over. In this episode, we discuss: How do we become aware of the lies we are believing? What does it practically look like to die to self? How do we transform our mind, feelings, and behavior to do what God wants us to do? How the goodness of God is often most experienced amidst things that do not feel good How the story of Joseph can reframe our expectations of the Christian life Scripture mentioned: Rom 12:2 Psalm 91 Resources mentioned: Hope's debut album- Peace Be Still Episode Sponsors: Faithful Counseling - Professional mental health counseling from a Biblical perspective 25 Days in Philippians The College Girl's Survival Guide

Are you ready to have your faith built up? Because it's about to happen! I had the joy of sitting down with my friend, Rebecca Gray, to talk about 4 intense days that changed her life. She is here to testify of the Lord's goodness and you will only love Him more after listening to this. In this episode, we discuss: How we all have a choice of faith or fear How we can pray for miracles, we can pray for what we want, and also pray, "Thy Will Be Done" How surrounding yourself with God's Word, God's Spirit, and God's people is vital for walking through a hard season How fiery trials refine our faith Scripture mentioned: Joshua 1:9 Luke 22:42 Romans 8:28 Psalm 78:4 Resources mentioned: Beth Moore's Daniel 3 sermon The Blessing of a Skinned Knee Episode sponsors: Faithful Counseling 25 Days in Philippians

How do we navigate the tension, the rage, the disunity all around us? It's discouraging, disheartening, and disappointing. But it doesn't have to stay that way. Sarah Bauer Anderson, author of The Space Between: How Jesus Teaches Us to Live Together When Politics and Religion Pull Us Apart, joins me today to discuss how to be the people God created us to be in this cultural "No Matter What" season. In this episode, we discuss: How it is vital to remember the humanity of politicians and the people behind certain positions, and how to do that How to respond to the friend or family member who says, "You cannot be a Christian and vote for X, and I denounce you if you do." How to personally decide what issues are essential or hills to die on, and what aren't How to not just survive election day and following, but actually lean into the tension and grow as people How the "peace walls" in Northern Ireland were ineffective and what we can learn from that How Jesus teaches us to live together when politics pull us apart Scripture mentioned: Romans 12:18 Luke 19:1-10 Resources mentioned: Sarah's book: The Space Between Us  Episode sponsors: Faithful Counseling - Professional mental health counseling from a Biblical perspective Live True: 40 Days To Get Back to You by Christy Wright My theme song and ad music is by my amazing friend, Shaylee Simeone. Check her out.

If you've ever found yourself in a season of transition, fog, or wondered "Who am I now, Lord?" this conversation with Barbara Rainey will speak to you. Barbara is wise, gentle, and real. I was so encouraged by our time talking together-- and I know you will be too.  In this episode, we discuss: How can we know we are where God wants us and He is with us in it? How God doesn't do the same thing with everyone How can we learn and practice a rich and honest prayer life? What to do when you're disappointed with God What practical steps can we take to be who God created us to be when we don't really know who we are in a new season? How the fruit of spiritual maturity actually looks a lot different than we think it should Scripture Mentioned: Job 13:15 Hab 3:17-19 Resources Mentioned: More about Barbara: theraineys.org Barbara's book: My Heart, Ever His Barbara's Product line and blog: Ever Thine Home Barbara and Susan's Guide to the Empty Nest Crossway's Devotional Psalter My theme song and ad music is by my amazing friend, Shaylee Simeone. Check her out.

Meet my newest soul sister, or perhaps you already know and love her, Tara Leigh Cobble. She's on a mission to find all the joy and she'd love for you to come along with her. In this episode, Tara-Leigh and I discuss about 100 things I'm passionate about, but especially how we have been created to know who God is, have fellowship with Him, and how we have unlimited access to Him through His very Word. In this episode, we discuss: How knowing the character of God can carry you through the hardest of seasons How to hold steadfast to who God says He is, instead of letting your circumstances define Him and your theology How reading the Bible chronologically can change your life 3 mistakes we often make when studying God's Word How to start reading the Bible on your own, but not alone Scripture mentioned: Psalm 16:11 Psalm 145:17 Resources mentioned: Matthew Henry's Commentaries D-Group The Bible Recap Podcast The Bible Recap Book Dr. Tom Constable's Notes Talk Through The Bible

This woman gets me fired up. My friend and fellow enneagram 8, Christy Wright, joins me in the studio to talk about obedience, confidence, humility, and so much more. You're going to want to hear every word of this. In this episode, we discuss: How God's invitation to obey Him is for your good How obedience is often more about our growth than our outcome How to not get stuck on the couch waiting for God How to not run ahead of God How God doesn't just put up with us, He delights in us Scripture mentioned: 2 Cor 12:9 1 Thess 5:24 Matt 5:16  Resources mentioned: The Christy Wright Show Christy's new 2021 planner Business Boutique  My theme song and ad music is by my amazing friend, Shaylee Simeone. Check her out.

The way this guy can recall scripture always blows my mind. Curtis Zackery, or CZ as most know him, shares about a time he was utterly exhausted all in the name of doing work for God and the journey he went on to discover what true rest for our souls can actually look like. In this episode, we discuss: How exhaustion is a man-made problem, with a God-created solution How the message of rest is woven throughout the entire Bible How God cares more about your ability to connect with Him, than your ability to do good works for Him How to get to a place where our works is an overflow of our connection to God, not from our own strength How to discover and remove our personal barriers to intimacy with God And so much more Scripture  mentioned: Genesis 2:2-3 Exodus 31:17 Exodus 20:8 Hebrews 12:1-2 Psalm 13 Matt 11:28-30 Resources mentioned: Soul Rest by Curtis Zackery The Pause App More about CZ My theme song and ad music is by my amazing friend, Shaylee Simeone. Check her out.