She Speaks Life - Women's Stories of Faith, Christian Women, Scripture Journaling, Christian Living
198 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 19 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 33 ratingsShe Speaks Life with Jayme Elizabeth is an encouraging podcast for women by women sharing faith stories. We learn through testimonies that we are not alone with our trials and hardships, and God's faithfulness always gets us through. Each episode invites us to see God's goodness and shift our perspective to see Him in every circumstance. You'll be encouraged in every story that God is trustworthy, and Jesus is the only Way, Truth, and Life. Together we are letting the world know one story at a time that God always has a plan and a purpose for our lives. Shop https://www.jaymeelizabeth.com
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Unexpected Difficulties with Tischa van de Reep
March 10, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBWriter, speaker, and teacher Tischa van de Reep shares about unexpected difficulties of suffering a spinal injury and receiving a mental illness diagnosis of her son. She talks about how God got her through while recovering from surgery and how to look at problems with an eternal perspective. We talk about how God is at work even while we are hit with back to back affliction and that He will bring us through every time. tischavandereep.com www.instagram.com/tischa.vandereep www.facebook...
You Don't Have To Walk Through Loss Alone With Kelsi and Alyson
March 03, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBFounder Kelsi Cole and Alyson Brown of "Foreknown Ministries" shares about their experience of loosing their babies late in pregnancy and how God got them through one of life's most difficult road to ever encounter. God instilled in them a ministry to help mothers in pregnancy or infant loss that supports and gives hope through the healing of Jesus. Their strong statement, "Nobody should walk through loss alone" is exactly what this community is all about. They provide a hands on approach to...
What Do We Have Control Over When Life Unravels? with Lain Ehmann
February 24, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBAuthor, podcaster and speaker Lain Ehmann shares her story of when she experienced loosing a loved one, a job and unknown health concerns came barreling into her life. She talks about how to get through dark days by gaining control of what we do have authority in.. our thoughts, words, and actions. This is such an encouraging story to remind us we can't control what happens to us but we can control how we respond when life unravels. We talk a lot on how to obtain and exude joy in the middle ...
Simplicity in Living and Leaving a Faith-Filled Legacy
February 17, 2022 13:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBAuthor Kathy Howard, shares her story of what is spiritual legacy and how easy it is to start right now. Kathy's inspiring story begins with an 100 year old letter written by her great great grandmother that prompted her to write a devotional called, "Heirloom." Kathy talks about some practical ways of putting into action living and leaving a faith-filled legacy and how the simplest steps can make the greatest impact for future generations to come. KathyHoward.org Heirloom on Amazon
Valentine's Day Prayer Edition with My Husband!
February 10, 2022 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBThis has never been done before! My husband Derek is on the podcast for a special Valentine's Day edition! He has been a big support behind the scenes with this podcast ministry and I am beyond excited to do this episode with him! We get real with one another on prayer and what it looks like in our marriage and parenting. We talk about three areas of what prayer does when we come together as a couple and how giving opportunities for our kids to pray over us is an overwhelming heart warmer! ...
He is our Provider in the Surrender with Beatrice Garrett
February 03, 2022 13:00 - 41 minutes - 37.8 MBAuthor and speaker, Beatrice Garrett shares about her transition from attorney to living out her calling in ministry. Her surrender to God during a transition created new discoveries of God's provision in her life. She is passionate to encourage others through her experience on how to trust God in the middle of the unknown and action steps on allowing His plan to be your plan. https://www.beatricegarrett.com/
Purpose in the Suffering with Sara Huneycutt
January 27, 2022 14:19 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBAuthor Sara Huneycutt shares about having a rare benign tumor in her jaw and how God used it to grow her faith and endurance. She talks about how she got through the darkest days after surgery and how surrendering to God brought healing and restoration. Her story reminds us there's purpose in suffering and God will use it for good to help and bless others. Sara wrote "30 Day Deliverance Devotional" during her healing process with Him to encourage others to cling onto His Word during the hard...
God, Where Are You?
January 21, 2022 17:58 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBHey Friend, I know this isn't the typical first episode for the beginning of a new year, but I wanted you to know that if you're in a season of, "God, where are you?" You are not alone. Sometimes our disappointments in life can lead us to a place where God's presence feels miles away. We struggle to understand why and our confusion produces more sorrow. God placed it on my heart to kick-off the year of She Speaks Life podcast with a testimony I went through late last year. There will be tim...
Pursuing Your God-Given Dreams Regardless Of Trials With Polly Payne
December 14, 2021 13:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBPolly Payne is the founder of Horacio Printing, the leading Christian Planner company, and inventor of Dream Planner. She is a passionate entrepreneur that left her career in NYC to pursue her God-given dream. Polly talks about how on the outside life looked fab and fun, but on the inside her spiritual walk with God was depleted. She shares about the trials she faced launching and running her successful Dream Planner and Seasons of SOAP journal business. Polly gives encouragement on getting ...
Face Off With Your Feelings with Jessica Hottle
December 07, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBAuthor Jessica Hottle of "Face off with Your Feelings," shares practical steps to transform our minds with God's truth as we heal from our hurts and disappointments. She talks about the difference between feelings and emotions and how we can always seek God as our safe place. She is a faith-based fitness instructor, best-selling author, speaker, and podcast host of "What's God's Truth?" Jessica has a heart for women to dismantle lies that keep them from healing and wholeness so they can live...
How to manage money by glorifying God!
November 30, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBKatie Jones talks about how she recognized that the love of money usually doesn't show up as buying fancy things, being in a lot of debt, or being salary obsessed. The love of money shows up in the simple act of glorifying ourselves with our money more than we glorify God with it. She takes us through her story of the different ways she was putting money first and how through prayer and Bible study, God shifted her heart towards generosity. Katie encourages us on how to live abundantly, give...
Battling Anger in Motherhood
November 16, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBNatalie Hixson shares openly about the battle she experienced with destructive anger in motherhood and the steps she took to heal. She is a professional life coach and has a passion to encourage moms on how to process anger in a healthier way, identify triggers and use self-control in how to react to them. Natalie has helped many moms overcome discouragement and burn-out and she is giving us her Trigger Tracker (link below) that helps moms identify their triggers, create awareness around the...
Seeking Joy in the Middle of Challenges
November 09, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 29.6 MBAuthor and speaker Christine Trimpe talks about her own challenges with joy and how we can prepare our hearts for a simpler Christmas this coming season. She is known for being a weight-loss warrior, loosing over 100lbs. and has been in publications such as Women's World, Women First, and Readers Digest. Today she chats with us about seeking joy through life's struggles and her newly released book called, "Seeking Joy Through the Gospel of Luke." It is a 25 day advent devotional for us to sl...
How to Ignite Your Relationship with God
November 02, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 38.5 MBAuthor and Podcaster of The Red Rover Candice Reyes, shares about her experience with the pitfalls of relying solely on Biblical Scholars for Truth rather than God's Word. After having a shift in perspective with her quiet time, God put it on her heart to write Awake My Soul: 3 Ways to Ignite Your Relationship with God. Her book serves as a guide to experience the fulfillment of having that one-on-one time with God, which she calls dates with just Him. Her ministry Hooks2Crooks, Inc. is a no...
Believe it Before You See It!
July 14, 2021 13:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBAuthor Sue Bolt shares about how God miraculously healed her from stage 4 adrenal cancer! Her story will for sure recharge your faith no matter where you are in life. She takes us through walking into the surgery room to walking out completely healed! She shares her journey about how God prepared her and what happens when the unexplainable and unexpected happens. Sue encourages us to just come as we are to God and making time with Him simple. That's when Christianity becomes reality, when we...
Deconstruct to Reconstruct
July 02, 2021 06:00 - 40 minutes - 37.7 MBAuthor Rachel Baker of the "Deconstructed" Bible Study Guide shares with us about how God doesn't waste anything. He takes the broken parts of our lives and uses everything to reconstruct a beautiful story. She experienced a traumatic event losing both her dad and brother in a scuba diving accident. Rachel talks about her questions she had with God and the rebellious anger that developed from this tragedy. She takes us through her journey on the power of a simple invite and how God began to ...
Grace over Control
June 18, 2021 13:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBDo you feel like the responsibility to control everything in your family life is on you? Writer and podcaster Bethany Kimsey shares about God's grace in the midst of having to trust Him while 4 of her 8 kids were going through health issues at the same time. She talks about the mom lies we face everyday and how we can shatter the untruth with God's Truth. Bethany gives her learning experience of when our hope is in anything other than God, it's in the wrong place. Her real mom life discussio...
Why Striving Keeps You Stuck?
June 11, 2021 13:00 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBAuthor, speaker and Bible teacher Erica Wiggenhorn, shares about the different ways striving keeps us stuck in life. She gives us her story on self-doubt, insecurity, impostor syndrome and why we need community to thrive. She shares wisdom on how to be set free from relying on relationships, accomplishments and positions to affirm our ability. Erica has written numerous Bible studies and her newly released book, "Letting God Be Enough: Why Striving Keeps You Stuck and How Surrender Sets You ...
Worth the Fight!
June 04, 2021 16:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBFounder of ARISE ministry, Bible teacher and speaker, Ali Gentry shares her story with us about giving up the worn out life and fighting the good fight to complete the race of faith God has laid out before us. Ali takes us through her personal journey where relying on the world for identity ultimately left her weary with heavy pain, shame, and lukewarm spiritually. Her battle with depression almost took her life until God's overwhelming peace filled her soul. Following God's Truth became p...
Finding Significance
May 21, 2021 16:00 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBWriter, speaker, and podcast host of "The Love Offering," Rachael Adams shares with us about the simplicity of significance. She breaks down the narrative lie of feeling unimportant, ordinary, and not having what it takes to make a difference. Rachael speaks life of how significant and valued we are to God, designed to make an impact to be a love offering to Him and others. "We've confused bigger with better, visible with valuable, and small with insignificant."- Rachael Adams Rachael Ada...
Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled
May 07, 2021 16:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBFaith influencer Amanda Auer shares about her young daughter who experienced sudden heart failure and how God's miraculous provision restored a perfectly new heart for her. Amanda gained a huge community on Instagram as they were astonished by her family's faith and the transparency of emotions that she shared through this time. People from all over came alongside her daughter's health journey to bring the power of prayer and support the family in any way they could. She said, "It was beauti...
Embolden Others
April 23, 2021 16:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBMother-and-daughter authors Amy and Blair DeBrucque share their hearts behind the newly released journal "Embolden." From their own experiences with anxiety, Amy and Blair were inspired to write this journal to help young women gain confidence. They both have a passion to encourage this generation to conquer fear and insecurity and let God's love and truth transform their lives. This journal will meet you right where you are but not keep you there...giving you next steps to walk in courage! ...
Experience an Everyday Jesus Life
April 09, 2021 16:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBSpeaker and author Ginny Morris of "Everyday Jesus Life: Moving Jesus in the Neighborhood of your Life" breaks down common questions and topics we have as we cultivate our relationship with Jesus. Ginny talks about the new life we have in Jesus and forgiving ourselves from our past, and releasing shame and guilt so we can continue to move forward. I love that she gives us clear insight on how to hear from the Holy Spirit and the different ways to discover His voice in our everyday. Developin...
Burden of Comparison
March 26, 2021 17:00 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBPodcast host Heather Creekmore of "Compared to Who" and author of "The Burden of Better," talks about the issues we don't like to talk about on comparison and how we can get caught up with the 'if-only I had better' attitude that leads to discontentment. Heather gives us the how to's of releasing the burden of better and comparison to live in the fullness of joy, peace, and rest. https://comparedtowho.me/ https://comparedtowho.me/podcast/
Faithfulness in the Messiness
March 05, 2021 18:00 - 35 minutes - 33.3 MBHave you ever felt like your expectations didn't match up with the circumstances in your life? I believe most of us have envisioned a plan for our lives to go a certain way, but then ultimately it took a different route. My friend and author Nicole Wiencek talks about her struggles when God interrupted her life to relocate her to a different state for ministry. She gives us her life lessons on how to stay obedient to God and have faithfulness even when the messiness in life tries to take us...
8 Ways to Boost your Immune System Today!
February 26, 2021 16:00 - 36 minutes - 34.1 MBBreast cancer survivor and author Ginny Dent Brant, shares with us about her incredible journey on fighting an aggressive form of cancer and how her courage to not give up helped promote healing in her body. With three years of research and firsthand experience, she pulls back the curtain on how we can boost our immune system to prevent and fight today's viruses and diseases. She talks about her Biblical approach to how God designed our bodies to naturally heal, nutrition, sleep, exercise, u...
Not a Standard but a Celebration!
February 12, 2021 18:50 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBEver struggle with the expectations from the chapter 31 Proverb woman? Author and Professor Lauren Crews delivers a whole new meaning of the Proverb 31 woman through extensive studying and research. With her seminary background, she discovered Proverbs 31 is actually an acrostic Hebrew poem sung heroically over women. She talks about how Proverb 31 woman is not a standard to uphold but it's an honor given by Jesus to behold! It has forever changed the way I perceive the Proverb 31 woman and ...
Preparation during Separation
February 05, 2021 18:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBAuthor Dorenthea Nemeth shares about how God's faithfulness and trustworthiness that brought her through during her husband's unexpected incarceration. She prayed for her husband to have a deep relationship with God, but little did she know it meant behind bars. Her incredible story is filled with wisdom to fight against the enemy and how to walk into your God given purpose even when life brings pain. You'll be encouraged by Dorenthea's God given strength and her inspiration to keep ourselve...
Mothering Fiercely in a World Full of Fears
January 29, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBAuthor Amanda Florczynkowski of Unraveled: Mothering Fiercely in a World Full of Fears, shares about a horrifying abduction attempt of her daughter from a human trafficker at the check-out isle in the grocery store! This astonishing story will make you cautiously aware of your surroundings and how to listen for when the Holy Spirit prompts us to be careful. Amanda talks openly about another tragedy event of her son's near death drowning experience and how God miraculously saved his life. She...
Grace-filled Mindset
January 22, 2021 19:00 - 42 minutes - 39.6 MBPodcast host of Graced Health, Amy Connell shares about her transparent struggle with body image and how it negatively affected her life. When her faith collided with fitness she started to live with a grace-filled mindset towards health and found freedom. She loves to encourage and equip women, spiritually, mentally, physically and nutritionally as a personal trainer. Click here to receive Amy’s free download, “How to enjoy shame-free health by breaking 8 rules (plus a bonus 1 to keep).” ...
Host of She Speaks Life Jayme Elizabeth
January 15, 2021 20:55 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this first episode of 2021, Jayme Elizabeth talks about the feeling of being unmotivated and a lack of enthusiasm to get going for the new year. She encourages us with what gave her a re-charge and look at what we can take out of our lives instead of adding to the year, so we can make room for God to do something new! She also gives tips on how to get your 'word for the year' (hint it doesn't come from a quiz;) and if you are needing to enhance your time with God, consider journaling! Ava...
Sarah Callen's Story
December 04, 2020 18:00 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode I talk with author Sarah Callen about the pitfall of finding identity in achievement and performance. She encourages us to recognize that we are worthy and loved by God no matter what we do or don't do in life. Sarah shares about the importance of slowing down and taking time with with God. She walks us through her newly released devotional called, "Behold: 40 Days of Seeing and Savoring God." Get Sarah's devotional here! My God Stories Journal
Karen Stacy's Story
November 27, 2020 18:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MB*Special Christmas Children's Book Edition for Black Friday* In this episode author Karen Stacy gives us a sneak peek into her adorable Christian Christmas book called, "Seeing Christmas." She has a mission and passion for others to gain the perspective of seeing Jesus everywhere at Christmas time and not the materialism that is often a focus. Karen Stacy's book My God Stories Journal
Emma Sievers's Story
November 20, 2020 18:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBIn this episode Emma discusses her struggles with anxiety and depression after experiencing head trauma from an accident. She shares about raising awareness of mental health in churches and how to support others. Connect with Emma My God Stories Journal
Mandi Hart's Story
November 13, 2020 18:00 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBIn this episode, author Mandi Hart shares her story about a traumatic event, and how she overcame fear as God changed to good what the enemy planned for harm. A missionary living in South Africa, she was victim to a home invasion that produced a stronghold of fear in her life. She walks us through the journey of breaking free from fear and how she now helps others to heal too. Her recent book called, "Courage in the Fire: Overcoming a Fear-Driven Life" is one of many resources Mandi has deve...
Holly Christine Hayes's Story
November 06, 2020 18:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode, Holly Christine Hayes, founder of Sanctuary Project shares about the trauma of addiction and being a victim of human trafficking. Her life was dramatically saved after she uttered three words from the floor of a public bathroom... "God help me." With God's mercy, goodness, and her recovery program, Holly received a miraculous healing. Following her experience, she recognized the needs of women transitioning from trafficking, violence, and addiction into life, love, and emplo...
She Speaks Life Misty's Story
October 30, 2020 17:00 - 36 minutes - 34.2 MBIn this episode, podcaster, author, speaker, and founder of Spark Christian Podcast Conference Misty Phillip shares about stepping into what God calls us to even when we are afraid. She talks about her why in starting a Christian podcast conference and how sharing our voices through podcasting is so needed now more than ever. She gives us inspiration for stepping into 2021 and the purpose of how each day with God is preparation for tomorrow. Check out her podcast By His Grace and Bible study...
Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith's Story
October 23, 2020 17:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBIn this episode author and speaker, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith shares about her experience of recognizing the lack of rest in her life. A researcher at heart, she discovered the 7 types of rest that are essential in our day to day and how we can restore each one to get back to a healthier lifestyle. She gives amazing insight of what rest really means and the areas we may feel depleted. Dr. Saundra's book, Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity gives further deta...
She Speaks Life Ginger's Story
October 16, 2020 15:00 - 27 minutes - 25 MBIn this episode author and speaker, Ginger Harrington shares about experiencing anxiety and the emotional triggers that attribute. She talks about the wisdom she gained to fight through the anxious feelings and how her story turned into a book called, "Holy in the Moment, Simple Ways to Love God and Enjoy your Life" to help others. Click Here for Ginger's Works Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal
She Speaks Life Tammy's Story
October 09, 2020 17:00 - 28 minutes - 26.8 MBIn this episode author and speaker, Tammy Whitehurst shares about her experience with control issues and the steps she took to overcome. With her witty Southern charm and humor, she walks us through the journey of how to let go of having it our way and have it go God's way. Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal Click here for Tammy's works
She Speaks Life Leah's Story
September 25, 2020 17:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBIn this episode author and Bible teacher, Leah Lively shares with us about how she developed a craving for God's word and her journey to writing Bible studies. She has a passionate heart to writing for women who don't have a lot of time or are intimidated to begin. Leah wrote two simple but impactful 30 day studies covering the book of John and Acts, you may access on the link below. Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal Purchase Leah's Bible Studies here
She Speaks Life Genie's Story
September 18, 2020 20:00 - 47 minutes - 44 MBIn this episode Christian rap artist Genie Lopez shares her incredible story about God's redemption and restoration through the hardest times in life. She discusses being raised on the grounds of a Christian rehab facility and becoming the first signed female rapper. Her story turned tragic with the loss of her brother which led her to deal with idolatry in her life and finally finding freedom and healing in Jesus. Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal Listen to M.C. Ge Gee's music he...
She Speaks Life Stephanie Pletka's Story
September 11, 2020 17:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBIn this episode author Stephanie Pletka talks about the comparison trap we may get caught in and how to be the mom God created you to be. She shares with humor about the emotions that moms experience while raising kids and gives wise practical advice on how to step into greatness by releasing guilt and perfectionism. Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal Order Stephanie's Kindle e-book here
She Speaks Life Susan Neal's Story
August 28, 2020 17:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode award winning author Susan Neal shares her story about overcoming a battle with Candida, a common gastro-intestinal disorder that is relatively unknown to western medicine. She talks about healing from the inside out starting with un-forgiveness and how God led her from abuse and illness to health and wellness spiritually, emotionally, and physically. She now helps others correct their unhealthy relationships with food and has many published books and bible studies on these t...
She Speaks Life Sharon Richardson's Story
August 14, 2020 19:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBIn this episode author Sharon Richardson shares about the miracle birth of her child with special needs and pressing into relationship with God through multiple surgeries. She tells how God healed her trauma and grew her faith, hope, and the deepest love possible. She published her book called, "How Deep is your Love: A Mom's Shattered Dreams are Transformed into Showers of Blessings." Order How Deep Is Your Love Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal
She Speaks Life Ann Dunagan's Story
July 24, 2020 20:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode Ann Dunagan shares about how she answered God's calling on her life to enter the missions field. She discussed how trusting God has produced opportunities for Him to provide for all of her family's needs and that her faith has increases consistently in the process. Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal Order The Mission Minded Family Here
She Speaks Life Karen De Armond Gardner's Story
July 10, 2020 17:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIn this episode Karen shares about her journey to freedom from an abusive marriage and the path God led her on to heal. She discusses the psychological impact of trauma and how the enemy uses that to create the cyclical abuse trap. Karen is launching a book related to her story to help other women and use her experiences to help others. Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal
She Speaks Life Paige Harley's Story
July 03, 2020 18:50 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBIn this episode Paige shares about how the Lord inspired her to run a marathon on every continent, even though she never considered herself a runner, and provided the means for her to do so in miraculous ways. Paige also shares about how God prompted her to start a wellness community to support and encourage others around her. Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal
She Speaks Life Melanie's Story
June 18, 2020 19:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBIn this episode Melanie shares about stepping into God's calling to make a global impact through her organization called Trades of Hope. Her personal story of following God's leading is not only inspiring but has taken her across the globe as a life giving ambassador for Christ. She also shares some of the stories of women from around the world whose lives have been forever changed by this work. Click Here to Order My God Stories Journal
She Speaks Life Svetlana's Story
June 11, 2020 19:00 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBIn this episode, Bulgarian immigrant Dr. Svetlana Papazov shares how she escaped communism to have freedom in her Christian walk and how dreams may begin with a small seed to grow into something much larger. She now is a Lead Pastor at Real Life Church and her passion to bridge the divide between church and marketplace prompted her to write a book called, "Church for Monday," which equips believers to be on mission at work. Click here to order Svetlana's book Click Here to Order My God St...