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"What's Your Story?" with Hannah and Stephani

213 episodes - English - Latest episode: 28 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratings

Welcome to the What’s Your Story podcast - where we share the extraordinary stories of women just like you in the hopes that you too will consider your own story and how God wants to use you for His glory. Stephani Cook is a life coach, Enneagram coach, speaker, empty nester and big Tennessee Vols fan. Co-host Hannah Conway is a best selling author of Christian fiction, mom of three, the social media/ marketing and women’s ministry director at a local church in Clarksville TN and she roots for the Kentucky Wildcats. We both LOVE stories and consider it a privilege to meet new friends and introduce them to you each week.

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What's Your Story Says Goodbye

March 27, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

After four years, 165 episodes and more than 60,000 downloads, today is the day we say goodbye to the What's Your Story podcast. Join us as we take a walk down memory lane and then share just a little of what this podcast has meant to each of us. We can't thank all of the listeners and guests enough for your support and encouragement along the way. We hope you will continue to share episodes that you've loved with your family and friends. But more importantly, we hope you never forget that...

Permission to Walk | Learning to Live in "Unhurried" Peace | Megan Evans

December 03, 2023 11:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MB

In this season of hurry, we’re slowing it down and giving ourselves permission to “unhurry”. On this episode we welcome Megan Evans, a Clarksville local, author, and women’s ministry director!  Megan is the author of “Permission to Walk: a 40 Day Journey to Unhurried Peace”! Permission to Walk is a 40-day interactive devotional with daily teaching, application, and personal challenges. Megan teaches how to let off the habits of hurry and embrace the pace of peace that Jesus models and cal...

Investing in the People Who Feel Forgotten | Linda MacKillop

November 12, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

An appropriate conversation for Veterans Day weekend! From Veterans, and prison ministry, to a heart for the homeless, and a middle-grade novel—we cover a lot! Life on mission is NEVER dull!, and our guest today knows all about that! On this episode we welcome Linda Mackillop, author of  Hotel, Oscar, Mike, Echo. Linda shares about her faith journey and how her life on mission has provided fuel for her latest novel! We SO enjoyed this conversation and are excited for you to hear it! List...

Unstick Your Mind | Mimika Cooney

October 29, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

A personal trainer…for your mind? Let’s talk about “unsticking” your mind, developing emotional resilience, and shifting mindset habits and patterns!  Today we welcome Mimika Cooney! She’s a leading faith-based Christian Mindset Author and Speaker known as the "Personal Trainer for your Mind". She empowers ambitious Christians to rewire their brain by combining neuroscience, positive psychology, and a faith-based approach.  Get ready to be the boss of your brain! Listen wherever you get ...

Overcome Your Anxious Thoughts | Caris Snider

October 15, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MB

Overcome your anxious thoughts. Let’s talk about mental health. It’s no secret anxiety and depression is a battle for many. Many of you have shared your stories with us.  So on this episode we’re excited to welcome Caris Snider! Caris shares her story and battle with anxiety & depression, and offers hope, practical life skills and strategies to help.  She wants everyone to live a life full of hope, purpose and worth! We also chat about her latest release—Car Line Mom Devotional! 100 dev...

What does God say about you? | Hannah Conway

October 08, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

It’s hard to remember WHO you are if you don’t remember WHOSE you are.  The world says we’re “supposed” to be a lot of things—but who God says we’re supposed to be is the only thing that matters.  And Hannah Conway is here to remind us that the only thing we’re supposed to be is a child of God.  In her six-week devotional, In Case You Forget, she reminds teenage Christ followers [and adults too] who God says they are in His Word. They are made in God's image; they are loved by the maker o...

You're On Mission! Lead Well | Melissa Mashburn

October 01, 2023 10:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

Everyone of us has a mission field! And we can all use our leadership skills to further the Gospel right where we are! So, let’s talk all about it!  Today we chat with Melissa Mashburn, author of Ministry Chick” and this is a conversation you don’t wanna miss! Let’s get to it! Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile. And as always, we'd love if you'd share this episode with your friends and/or leave us a review.  (Five star reviews are our faves—hint, hint...

All About the Power of Stories | KCWC | Gregg Bridgeman & Sara Turnquist

September 17, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

Stories are powerful. They just are.  We all love a good story, and so did Jesus—he even mostly taught with stories (parables)! Stories are God’s ideas and they are good! And good stories, need good writers!  SO … if you love stories, if you’ve ever wanted to write a book … then this episode just might be what you need to get started! OR it might be something you share with someone you know who wants to write. Turn it up and listen close! We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we hav...

Jesus & Women in the Middle East | Tom and Joann Doyle

September 03, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MB

Let’s talk about Jesus & Women the Middle East. Heads up! Your jaw might drop listening to this episode.  God is doing some INCREDIBLE things in the Middle East, especially through women! On this episode we welcome Tom & JoAnn Doyle, missionaries in the Middle East and founders of Uncharted Ministries! We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we have! Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile. And as always, we'd love if you'd share this episode with your fri...

Co-Parenting After Someone Marries Your Ex | Katie Brinkley and Kristy Doughman

June 18, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

Many know going through a divorce is anything but easy… And if there are kids involved, learning to co-parent can be messy and complicated. Especially when someone marries your ex-husband…  So let’s talk about it. On our last two episodes, we welcomed Katie Brinkley and Kristy Doughman. Each shared their own stories and today they are here together talking all about co-parenting when someone marries their ex!  And we’re going to talk about what to do when it’s time to co-parent! We were...

Brainy, Science-Minded & Believer | Kristy Doughman

June 11, 2023 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

“I couldn’t love God until I believed in Him.” And one day this brainy, science-minded skeptic decided to believe…and it changed her life!  Many Clarksville locals know Kristy Doughman as their dentist, but today we know her as our sister in Christ sharing her faith story!  On this episode we’re continuing our conversation on hope after heartache! We chat science, logic, faith, hardships, divorce, and new love.  We know you’ll enjoy this conversation as much as we did! Listen wherever y...

Radiating Joy & Hope in Life's Dark Times | Katie Brinkley

June 04, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

Somehow she still radiates joy and hope… Even though her story is one that might have left many of us bitter, broken, and angry at God.  On this episode we welcome Katie Brinkley!  Katie is a Clarksville native and she’s sharing what or WHO it is that causes her to radiate joy and hope! Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile. And as always, we'd love if you'd share this episode with your friends and/or leave us a review.  (Five star reviews are our faves—h...

Soul-Deep Beauty | Melissa L. Johnson

May 28, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Are you being sold a broken brand of beauty? Beauty narratives our culture feeds us literally destroys lives. However, God has a different version of beauty, one that’s life giving, and soul deep!  So let’s chat it about!  On this episode we welcome Melissa L. Johnson, author of Soul-Deep Beauty: Fighting for Our True Worth in a World Demanding Flawless. This conversation is so good and so necessary! Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile. And as always, we...

Stuff I'd Only Tell God | Jennifer Dukes Lee

May 21, 2023 10:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

Stuff I’d Only Tell God… God can handle our doubts, questions, and our complete honesty in good times and bad. So tell Him.  On this episode we welcome Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of guided journal “Stuff I’d Only Tell God”. If you’re someone who gets stuck when praying or journaling and doesn’t know what to write about, say, where to start, or even if you’re a pro in this area, this conversation is for you! Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile. And as al...

Bonus Episode: Let's Talk About MomLife Ministries

May 14, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

On today’s bonus episode we chat with MomLife creators, Melanie Hill and Christy Crosby.  MomLife exists to see groups of moms in all ages and stages grow in their faith and spiritual friendships. It is a multi-generational ministry built to encourage moms because we know that being a mom is messy yet lovely in a very real way! Consider being a part of MomLife Ministries . Registration for the 23-24 year is open today! To connect with MomLife Ministries visit http://www.momlife.org Sup...

Gen Z | Being Real In A World Where It's Easy To Be Fake

May 14, 2023 10:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Gen Z is taking the mic!  We are so excited about this four-part mini series with the younger generation.  The future is bright! And God is using this generation in great ways.  On this episode we’re wrapping up our Gen Z series and welcoming Hannah Berry!  Hannah is a high school senior about to graduate and take on the world—but she’s chill, grounded, faith-filled, and an advocate of “YouTube University”. Giggle. Her take on Gen Z is super insightful and helpful! These digital natives...

Gen Z | Deep Thinkers & Truth Seekers | Seth Devine and Emili Dyce

May 07, 2023 10:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MB

Gen Z is taking the mic!  We are so excited about this four-part mini series with the younger generation.  The future is bright! And God is using this generation in great ways.  On this episode we welcome a newly engaged couple—Emili Dyce & Seth Devine! This generation values transparency, diversity, and are asking GREAT questions like...What’s true? What do we believe? Why do we believe it? Why does it matter? And how do we live out our faith?  Their questions are valid. In an age wher...

Gen Z | A Girl With A Song To Sing | Taylore Pittman

April 30, 2023 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Gen Z is taking the mic!  We are so excited about this four-part mini series with the younger generation.  The future is bright! And God is using this generation in great ways.  On this episode we chat with Taylore Pittman!  Taylore might be young, but she’s an incredibly talented singer/songwriter and is the Worship Leader for the Student Ministry at her church. Wherever she goes, a song follows and you can’t help but to sing along! So tune in and turn it up as we chat about SO many gr...

Gen Z | A Difficult Past But A Bright Future | Jadelyn Conway

April 23, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Gen Z is taking the mic!  We are so excited about this four-part mini series with the younger generation.  The future is bright! And God is using this generation in great ways.  On this episode we welcome Jadelyn Conway (Hannah’s oldest daughter—woohoo!!)! Jadelyn opens up about her difficult childhood—the hurts and heartache, but then how God intervened!  Her story is truly inspiring and full of hope! Get ready to dab a few tears but also smile a lot! Listen wherever you get your podc...

Battling a Rare Disease & Learning to Lean on God | Jessie Seneca

April 16, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

Battling a rare disease and learning to lean on God… That’s Jessie Seneca’s story and we are thankful for her willingness to share it with you! It is SO hope-filled! We chat about the challenges of this disease, family impact, how God used the hardships for good, and the importance of God’s Word! Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile.   And as always, we'd love if you'd share this episode with your friends and/or leave us a review.  (Five star reviews are...

The Enneagram and Your Marriage with Jackie Brewster

April 02, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

The Enneagram and your marriage… Yup, we’re having that conversation and we are thrilled you’re joining us! On this episode we welcome Jackie Brewster! Jackie is a certified Enneagram Coach, author, speaker and consultant! To find Jackie on Instagram visit: http://www.instagram.com/enneagramwithjb To order the book: The Enneagram and Your Marriage https://a.co/d/iIyX2lU Additional links you may be interested in: Should Christians Use the Enneagram? http://www.gospelforenneagram.com http...

Erica York | Hope for a Broken Heart

March 26, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MB

Hope for a broken heart… In March of 2020, while the world began to battle COVID, Adam and Erica York began another battle, a cancer that would end up taking his life.  Erica shares how God is getting her through, getting their girls through, and how they are able to smile and find joy again…even with a broken heart. We hope you enjoy today’s episode. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile.   And as always, we'd love if you'd share this episode with your f...

Hope After Loss of a Spouse | Lurene Sanders

March 19, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.7 MB

“For two years I’d get up in the morning and make coffee and go back to bed…’cause that’s what I needed.” Grief is hard. But there is hope. Just ask Ms. Lurene. Ms. Lurene Sanders is a precious friend of ours. Lurene is the coordinator of the Widows Ministry at Hilldale Baptist Church in Clarksville, TN.  She’s such an encourager and someone full of hope is spite of experiencing difficult loss several times in her life.   As we continue our hope series, we “hope” you’ll be encouraged by ...

Hope for a Broken Marriage: Jamie and Daniel Best

March 12, 2023 11:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MB

Hope for a broken marriage… “Satan does not want people to know God can redeem a complete mess you’ve created.” On this episode we welcome our friends, Jamie & Daniel Best! This story—their story, is beautiful. It’s a story of hope, redemption, perseverance, and commitment.  As we continue our hope series, we “hope” you’ll be encouraged by their story and remember our God is a God of hope!  Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile.   And as always, we'd lov...

Christy Wright - "Get Your Hopes Up"

March 05, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Get your hopes up! Bring your hopes to God…He’s the God of hope! And remember, it’s not about the outcome—it’s about what’s happening between you and your Heavenly Father; it’s about what’s happening as you bring your request not knowing the outcome. On this episode, we welcome Christy Wright, and chat all about hope, prayer—big prayers, small prayers, and trusting our amazing God! If we believe who God says He is, we will have unending trust—we can believe Him no matter the outcome, and...

Season Four Trailer

March 05, 2023 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.18 MB

We're back and we can't wait to kick off season 4 with a series on HOPE! We all need it. We all want it. Hope is what gets us through the ups and downs of life. So join us over the next few weeks as we share incredible stories of hope! Support the show What’s Your Story on Instagram http://www.instagram.com/whatsyourstory.podcast To connect with Hannah visit http://www.hannahrconway.com To connect with Stephani visit http://www.stephanicook.org

Sarah Laughren Binkley - God's Faithfulness through a Life Threatening Eating Disorder

December 11, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MB

God’s Faithfulness Through a Life-Threatening Eating Disorder…   Sarah Laughren joins us on this episode and shares her story of struggle with body image.    Many women can relate to struggling with body image. In a world filled with unrealistic expectations of beauty, and perhaps we have our own unrealistic standards of beauty, it’s important to hold tight to what God says about us.    What God says is the whole truth, and he says we are fearfully and wonderfully made.    We hope yo...

Lauren Groves | New Year New You | God is Working All Things Out

December 04, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

God Can Work Anything for Good…   Anything? Even when the bad things?    Lauren Groves gives a resounding, “YES”!  How does she know? Because she’s lived it!    On this episode, Lauren shares openly about bad things that have happened—a murder, a tornado, but has seen God work through those bad situations in a way only He can do. It’s the hardships that drew her closer to God and gave her the inspiration for her new devotional for teens, “New Year New You”.   As you listen, here are ...

Shanna Alonge - Christian Life Coach for Moms

November 27, 2022 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MB

What’s the hardest part about being a mom? On this episode we’re chatting with a self-proclaimed “hot mess mom” who’s on a mission to help overwhelmed moms remember their worth. Through her coaching, Shanna reminds moms they are never alone and offers hope amidst the beautiful chaos through faith, mindset, and community.  Three questions to consider as you listen: 1.     What are the strengths you bring to a mom or a caregiver to your relationships? 2.     What fills your tank when it e...

Amanda Kodanko - Life and Faith as a Military Wife

November 20, 2022 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

Let’s talk life and faith as a military wife. On this episode we welcome Amanda Kodanko!    Amanda is a New York native who now calls Tennessee home. She’s a military wife, momma to two boys, and MomLife Co-Coordinator at her local church.    Through personal medical concerns and multiple deployments, Amanda learned to lean on God in a way that continues to shape her today. Her faith journey is inspiring!   Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile.   And ...

Amanda Kodanko - Life and Faith as a Military Wife

November 20, 2022 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MB

Let’s talk life and faith as a military wife. On this episode we welcome Amanda Kodanko!    Amanda is a New York native who now calls Tennessee home. She’s a military wife, momma to two boys, and MomLife Co-Coordinator at her local church.    Through personal medical concerns and multiple deployments, Amanda learned to lean on God in a way that continues to shape her today. Her faith journey is inspiring!   Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile.   And ...

Amy Wicks - Simply Wholehearted Enneagram Coach

November 13, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Coffee time with Jesus?    Yup, let’s chat about that, wholehearted living, and the enneagram with our guest, Amy Wicks!   Amy is a faith-based Enneagram coach, podcast host, speaker, and author of “Should Christians Use the Enneagram?”   Join us today for another great story!   Three questions to consider as you listen:   1.     What is your faith story? 2.     How do you see, or how have you seen God’s hand in a hard or dark season of your life? 3.     What is it you’re passion...

Amy Wicks - Simply Wholehearted Enneagram Coach

November 13, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Coffee time with Jesus?    Yup, let’s chat about that, wholehearted living, and the enneagram with our guest, Amy Wicks!   Amy is a faith-based Enneagram coach, podcast host, speaker, and author of “Should Christians Use the Enneagram?”   Join us today for another great story!   Three questions to consider as you listen:   1.     What is your faith story? 2.     How do you see, or how have you seen God’s hand in a hard or dark season of your life? 3.     What is it you’re passion...

Making Good Choices - Stephani's Message from On Purpose Live 2022

November 06, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MB

Making good choices when your choices aren’t good… Sigh. Yeah, that’s a tough spot to be in. So let’s chat about it! On this episode, Stephani shares her workshop on this topic from On Purpose Live! Here are the five points from the talk: 1) Choose Gratifications over Pleasures 2) Avoid Relationship Shortcuts 3) Make God’s Priority your Priority 4) Don’t Trust Your Feelings 5) Choose Daily Whom You Will Serve Listen wherever you get your podcasts or use the link in our profile.   ...

Sherry Nicholson - YAIPAK Outreach

October 30, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

What happens when we say “yes” to the Lord?  Let’s ask Sherry! On this episode we get to catch up with Sherry Nicholson with YAiPak Outreach here in Clarksville!  Her “yes” lead her to start YAIPak Outreach starting out helping homeless women, and now…it’s grown SO MUCH! You’re going to love hearing all God is doing through YAIpak. When we say “yes” to God, buckle up for the most incredible journey ever!  As you listen, consider the following questions:   1.    What strengths and gif...

Sherry Nicholson - YAIPAK Outreach

October 30, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MB

What happens when we say “yes” to the Lord?  Let’s ask Sherry! On this episode we get to catch up with Sherry Nicholson with YAiPak Outreach here in Clarksville!  Her “yes” lead her to start YAIPak Outreach starting out helping homeless women, and now…it’s grown SO MUCH! You’re going to love hearing all God is doing through YAIpak. When we say “yes” to God, buckle up for the most incredible journey ever!  As you listen, consider the following questions:   1.    What strengths and gif...

Melanie Cobb - Needing the Healer More Than the Healing

October 23, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

She says it was dyslexia that saved her life… You’re gonna want to hear the rest of this story! On this episode, Melanie Cobb shares her journey with battling bone cancer, and one thing is very clear—God has been there every step of the way. Peace literally exudes from this woman! She recounts God’s faithfulness along this harrowing journey, through all the twists and turns, and describes what many would call “coincidences.” We know better. God is at work!  As you listen, consider the fo...

Melanie Cobb - Needing the Healer More Than the Healing

October 23, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MB

She says it was dyslexia that saved her life… You’re gonna want to hear the rest of this story! On this episode, Melanie Cobb shares her journey with battling bone cancer, and one thing is very clear—God has been there every step of the way. Peace literally exudes from this woman! She recounts God’s faithfulness along this harrowing journey, through all the twists and turns, and describes what many would call “coincidences.” We know better. God is at work!  As you listen, consider the fo...

Sarah Cowan Johnson - Teach Your Children Well

October 16, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Does the word “discipleship” intimidate you? As believers, we’re actually commanded to go and make disciples. But how? Where do we start? And how do we disciple our children?  Great questions!    You can do this. You don’t need a seminary degree. And you don’t need a ton of time. Simply repurpose the time you already have.   Let’s talk all about discipleship with Sarah Cowan Johnson, author of “Teach Your Children Well: A Step-by-Step Guide for Family Discipleship”.  She gives some grea...

Sexual Abuse Task Force

October 09, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

Sexual Abuse in the Church & SBC Sexual Abuse Task Force…  Words fail us… Sometimes there are topics where we find ourselves needing to simply be quiet, listen, ask a few questions, and learn.   This is one of those episodes.  As a word of caution, this conversation is heavy yet hopeful, but it may not be something for younger ears. This episode might also be triggering for anyone who has experienced sexual abuse. However, we believe this is an important and necessary conversation. We pr...

Sexual Abuse Task Force

October 09, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MB

Sexual Abuse in the Church & SBC Sexual Abuse Task Force…  Words fail us… Sometimes there are topics where we find ourselves needing to simply be quiet, listen, ask a few questions, and learn.   This is one of those episodes.  As a word of caution, this conversation is heavy yet hopeful, but it may not be something for younger ears. This episode might also be triggering for anyone who has experienced sexual abuse. However, we believe this is an important and necessary conversation. We pr...

It's Book Launch Week! What's Your Story? 40 Faith Filled Stories to Inspire and Encourage

October 02, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

 It started with a dream… Then a goal. Then a plan. And now…  It’s book launch week! “What’s Your Story? 40 Faith Filled Stories Meant to Inspire  We’re thankful to have been able to share this journey with you! On this episode, we’re talking all things book—the project, what went into it and hopefully inspire you to achieve your dreams!  As you listen, consider:   1.     What dream(s) has God put in your heart? 2.     Have you told anyone about this dream? If not, why not? 3.     Wha...

Beth Winn - Staying Grateful in the Midst of Disappointment and Suffering

September 25, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

How do we stay grateful in the midst of disappointment and suffering? Great question. Let’s talk about it.  Beth Winn shares her story-–years of infertility, followed by the birth of premature twins, and her husband’s battle with chronic back pain.  It’s been no easy road for Beth, and sometimes it’s just one thing after another.  James 1:2 tells us to consider it a joy when we face trials. But how?  It might be difficult, but we can consider trials a joy. Life can be good…and hard at t...

Beth Winn - Staying Grateful in the Midst of Disappointment and Suffering

September 25, 2022 10:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MB

How do we stay grateful in the midst of disappointment and suffering? Great question. Let’s talk about it.  Beth Winn shares her story-–years of infertility, followed by the birth of premature twins, and her husband’s battle with chronic back pain.  It’s been no easy road for Beth, and sometimes it’s just one thing after another.  James 1:2 tells us to consider it a joy when we face trials. But how?  It might be difficult, but we can consider trials a joy. Life can be good…and hard at t...

Gem Fadling - Hold That Thought

September 18, 2022 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MB

Hold that thought… And let’s sort through the voices in our head… Our thought life can be a battlefield, so let’s talk about it! Gem Fadling, the author of “Hold that Thought: Sorting through the voices in our head” joins us today! She reminds us that we are not our thoughts–we’re more than that!  She talks candidly about what it means to take every thought captive (2 Corinthians 10:5), and what it is to be transformed by the renewing of our minds (Romans 12:2). God’s Word has A LOT to ...

Life Can Be Good Again - Lisa Appelo

September 11, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MB

Life can be good again… Lisa Appelo went to bed one night married and woke up a widow and single mom to seven children the next morning.  Her story is raw, real, but full of hope for those who know grief.  She’s here to share this truth: Life can be good again. We know troubles will come our way. While we can't prevent them, we can make sure we've got some things in place to help us weather the storm. To help you gauge how ready you are to weather one of life's storms, consider these que...

Back for a Brand New Season!

September 04, 2022 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

Three years, more than 125 episodes...wow! After nearly 8 weeks off, Hannah & Stephani are back in the studio! And they can't wait to kick off a BRAND NEW SEASON! Listen in as they chat about what they've been up to personally and professionally (so much fun), some wins/losses/lessons learned, and what changes listeners can expect. Wherever you are, whatever you're doing--thank you for joining in on this fun conversation! And as always, we'd love if you'd share this episode with your f...

Bonus Episode - Meet the On Purpose Live Event Speakers

July 31, 2022 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

We are so excited to bring you this bonus episode featuring Angie May and Andy Ptacek, guest speakers at this year's On Purpose Live event. For tickets to On Purpose Live visit http://www.stephanicook.org/oplive Angie May holds her Masters Degree in Christian counseling and addictive disorders, is an Enneagram leadership coach, and certified life coach. Andy Ptacek is a best selling author, Certified Mental Health Professional, and Certified Christian Life Coach, working with teens and y...

Bonus Episode - Meet the On Purpose Live Event Speakers

July 31, 2022 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MB

We are so excited to bring you this bonus episode featuring Angie May and Andy Ptacek, guest speakers at this year's On Purpose Live event. For tickets to On Purpose Live visit http://www.stephanicook.org/oplive Angie May holds her Masters Degree in Christian counseling and addictive disorders, is an Enneagram leadership coach, and certified life coach. Andy Ptacek is a best selling author, Certified Mental Health Professional, and Certified Christian Life Coach, working with teens and y...

A Story of Abuse, Redemption, Forgiveness and the Grace of God

July 03, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

Due to the sensitive nature of today's episode, we are not releasing the name of our guest publicly. We hope that her courage and her story will encourage you in your own faith journey. If you have been a victim of abuse or are currently in an abusive situation, we pray that God will lead you to a trusted professional or friend to help you find safety. Here are a few resources: https://www.rainn.org (sexual abuse hotline and assistance) https://www.hilldale.org/celebraterecovery https://www...

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