Scott Erickson joins us to discuss resting in the Lord through awe and wonder. Scott notes that our vulnerabilities and weaknesses are points of reference for God’s almighty power and majesty.  He addresses the busyness of life and encourages us to make time to quiet our souls, seek, and remember the Lord. I pray my conversation with Scott echoes the psalmist as he says, “oh, magnify the Lord with me, / and let us exalt his name together!” (Psalm 34:3) A little bit about the guest: Scott...

Sarah Martin is back on the podcast to shed some light on living with a biblical worldview. It is so easy to get wrapped up in the hopelessness of our day, but Sarah encourages us to look up and live out of the hope we have in Christ. Her burden for twenty-somethings is that we would not be deceived by schemes of the enemy and that we would boldly and eagerly pray for restoration and redemption to God’s original design for this broken world. She reminds us that we can’t go to the Bible to...

Lauren Kinney joins me to discuss the Lord's delight in our obedience and overcoming the fear that comes along with obedience. She addresses her early college years and how they emphasize the importance of sharing our stories. She encourages us that God never stops redeeming our stories and His light shines brighter when we share our stories. A little bit about the guest: Lauren Kinney is an author, blogger, and speaker based in Arlington, Texas. She enjoys dancing at concerts, watching...

Jared Byas joins me to discuss “speaking the truth in love” as Paul writes in Ephesians 4:15. He reminds us that telling the truth in love is not just giving our opinion and calling it truth, but rather earning people’s respect by bearing their burdens alongside them. Jared’s message is timely in a moment that seems partisan and divided. He reminds us to look up, that our hope is not found in agreements or the favor of man, but in Jesus’ return. A little bit about the guest: Jared Byas is...

Sheila Walsh joins me on the podcast to talk about prayer and the Lord’s desire to be in conversation with his people. She gives us a sneak peek of her book with practical examples of ways to slow down and seek after our Father. I pray you find our conversation a great reminder that God wants to talk with you! A little bit about the guest: From Scotland, Sheila is first a wife and mom and in her spare time she is an author, Bible teacher and television host. She has spoken around the world...

Alli Worthington joins me on the podcast to consider the phrase “Great woman of God.” Her time on the podcast along with her new book, Standing Strong, remind us God wants to partner with us-- that His love isn’t distant or unattainable, but paid for by the Son and sealed by the Spirit. She urges us to connect our knowledge of God with our love for Him and relationship with Him; He is not a distant dictator but a loving and perfect Father. A little bit about the guest: Alli Worthington is a...

Alli Worthington joins me on the podcast to consider the phrase “Great woman of God.” Her time on the podcast along with her new book, Standing Strong, remind us God wants to partner with us-- that His love isn’t distant and unattainable, but paid for by the Son and sealed by the Spirit. She urges us to connect our knowledge of God with our love for Him and relationship with Him; He is not a distant dictator but a loving and perfect Father. A little bit about the guest: Alli Worthington is...

Chrystal Evans Hurst joins me on the podcast to discuss walking in the Spirit. The author of The 28-Day Prayer Journey, Chrystal emphasizes how important it is to be in constant connection with the Lord and she gives practical tips to practice that connection. I pray her conviction and faithfulness to pray inspires you to pray without ceasing. A little bit about the guest: Chrystal Hurst is an energetic, fun-loving “girl-next-door” who loves to encourage other women in fulfilling their full...

KJ Ramsey joins me on the podcast to discuss suffering and suffering well. She opens up space for us to really embrace our feelings with the purpose of feeling the Lord’s comfort and remembering that Jesus Christ is always with us. A little bit about the guest: Writer + Therapist. Recovering idealist. Lover of the Church. Autoimmune patient. Wife to Ryan. Beauty hunter. Quirky. Enneagram 4w5. Joy seeker. Always united to Christ. Support the podcast through Patreon Join our mailing...

Jennifer Fulwiler, author of Your Blue Flame, joins me to talk about doing what makes you feel alive. After ending her steady career to pursue her passion of standup comedy, Jennifer encourages others that the energy is there and it’s worth the risk to pursue what you love. A little bit about the guest: Jennifer Fulwiler is a standup comic, the host of a daily talk show on SiriusXM, and the mom of six kids. She’s the author of the bestselling memoirs Something Other than God and One...

Today I get to talk with Erin Weidemann, five-time cancer survivor and co-founder of Truth Becomes Her, about true worth. She describes how God used her journey through her 20’s to convict and re-prioritize her heart. In the midst of a cancer diagnosis and drastic career change, Erin found freedom and worth in obedience to God’s plan for her life. A little bit about the guest: Erin Weidemann is a sought-after homeschool consultant, certified teacher, coach, and nationally-recognized...

Shari Rigby sits down to talk with us about finding God’s plan for our lives. With a huge heart for women, Shari discusses her move to Hollywood, introduction into the entertainment industry, and how God used her to minister to the women around her.  She encourages us to dive into the Word and seek the Lord above all the things this world has to offer. A little bit about the guest: Shari Rigby is an actress, director, producer, author and inspirational speaker. She is best known as one of...

Dr. Derwin Gray joins me on the podcast to discuss biblical happiness and encourage our generation in our steps toward racial reconciliation. He discusses how his childhood, football, and his time at BYU changed his life and prepared him for the role he plays at his church and in our society. His definition of biblical happiness counters what we might typically think it means to be happy and it challenges our self-centered, unfulfilling goals of happiness. A little bit about the guest: Dr....

Christine Carter joins me to talk about her journey to becoming who God made her to be and accepting herself as God made her to be. She is spunky and full of joy and I pray our conversation inspires you to embrace yourself and God-given gifts rather than getting stuck on seeking behaviors.  Furthermore, I hope the conversation leaves you feeling enlightened and hopeful. A little bit about the guest: Christine Carter is the founder and CEO of Weight Loss Hero based in Frisco, Texas. Through...

Melissa Wilkins joins me on the podcast to remind twenty-somethings that we were made with intention and purpose by a creator who loves us endlessly.  She gives us permission to love ourselves and let go of negative self-talk and guilt.  I hope you find encouragement and enlightenment through our conversation. A little bit about the guest: Melissa Camara Wilkins is the author of Permission Granted: Be Who You Were Made to Be and Let Go of The Rest. Melissa is also an award-winning blogger,...

Dr. Sasha Shillcutt joins me on the podcast today to talk about gender bias, confidence, and she empowers women to take action and fight for their dreams. Dr. Shillcutt’s experiences in her twenties taught her not to sit back and watch others get promotions but to seek after the promotions herself!  She encourages us to do the same. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Dr. Shillcutt. A little bit about the guest: Sasha K. Shillcutt, MD, MS, FASE is a Tenured Professor and the Vice Chair of...

Candice Coffey, former teacher and founder of Ever Be, joins me on the podcast to talk about how her cosmetics line encourages women to speak the Word of God over themselves every day and to embrace hard seasons of life.  Her humility and care for a woman's heart is beautiful and I am so thankful for Candice's work in stewarding female hearts. A little bit about the guest: Candice loves people and family! Her favorite thing to do is eat, laugh, and hang out with my favorite people. She...

On this episode of the podcast, Lore Wilbert joins us to discuss how Jesus redeems touch in our lives.  She reminds us that our unique stories inform the way we perceive touch and she encourages us to offer our wounds to Christ.  Her gentle demeanor exudes humility and grace as she addresses a complicated topic.  I am so thankful for Lore’s wisdom and for making a sometimes uncomfortable topic relatable and accessible. A little bit about the guest: Writer, wife, dog owner, reader, thinker,...

Today on the podcast, Lauren Scruggs Kennedy talks clean living!  Her guidance and wisdom on living a clean lifestyle is so helpful and I’m thankful for the time she spent chatting. A little bit about the guest: Lauren Scruggs Kennedy is a lifestyle blogger that focuses heavily on wellness.  She launched the wellness program The Clean Sweep, making her a NYT best selling author. She is also  the founder of Stranded, a powder dry shampoo for different hair colors, and the founder of The...

Rebecca Bender joins me on this episode to open our eyes to human trafficking and warns us against normalizing a hypersexual culture.  She encourages us that God pursues us in our sin and transforms our habits and minds.  Despite discussing some heavy topics, Rebecca’s joy and love for the Lord radiate throughout the episode.  I am so thankful for her encouragement and for the wisdom she dished out to us! A little bit about the guest: After escaping nearly six years of human trafficking,...

Beth McCord from Your Enneagram Coach joins us to discuss the Enneagram and how it can enhance our walk with the Lord.  She explains how our core motivations are fulfilled only with Jesus Christ and clarifies misconceptions about the Enneagram.  It was so great to talk with Beth and glean from her knowledge of the different personality types and how they interact. A little bit about the guest: Enneagram author, speaker, and coach Beth McCord is the founder and lead content creator of Your...

Trillia Newbell joins us this week on the podcast to talk about diversity.  When we are tempted to get comfortable in relationships with people who look like us, Trillia encourages us to branch out, intentionally build relationships, and love our neighbors.  She discusses her experience being in the minority and challenges us to consider where our hearts lie on the issue. A little bit about the guest: Trillia Newbell is the author of several books including Sacred Endurance, If God is For...

Ladies! Welcome back to Water with Lemon and thanks for joining in on this week’s episode! This week, I got to sit down with, Amanda Hope Haley. We talk all about her new book, Mary Magdalene Never Wore Blue Eyeshadow and the adventures that led up to it. I got to have such a fun conversation with Amanda about what God says about the Bible versus what we say about the Bible. I think that this conversation is so vital because we live in a world that listens to podcasts and reads different...

Hey there, ladies! Welcome back to Water with Lemon and thanks for joining in on this week’s episode! This week, I got to sit down with my new friend, Melissa Maimone. We got to talk about her struggle with anxiety and depression and how she has found the Lord in those moments. . I got to have such a life giving conversation with Melissa and finding freedom in having depression and anxiety because we have God who is with you the whole time. I think that this conversation is so important...

Hey there, ladies! Welcome back to Water with Lemon and thanks for joining in on this week’s episode! This week, I get to sit down with my new friend, Lisa Brockman. We got to talk about her story of leaving Mormonism and finding the Biblical Jesus. Lisa shares with us about how she left the Mormon church and how she found and fell in love with the person of Jesus. I got to have such a deep conversation with Lisa and finding herself worthy in the One who loves and knows her. This...