Fullness of Joy with Jessica Mathisen : Recent Episodes
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Here at the Fullness of Joy, we talk about hard things in light of the Gospel. We encourage our hearts by reminding ourselves of the truth, day in and day out. I pray this encourages your heart and that you’re challenged to know Christ more deeply as a result.
The podcast is back with a new series called Wholehearted. This series will focus on what it looks like to love God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength. You will hear from women who have walked through various challenges and come out on the other side saying, “Jesus is worth it.”
This week’s guest is Christine Hoover. Christine shares with us about the challenge and blessing of writing a Bible study on 2 Corinthians while her son was walking through a journey with cancer. She vulnerably shares how God met her in the midst of her weakness in her toughest season yet. If you are in a tough season or are walking alongside someone who is, this episode is for you! No matter what you’re walking through, this episode will encourage you and remind you that God is for you, not against you.
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Maria Roy is a registered nurse and a bio, foster, and adoptive mother. She is also the author of the book One Day at a Time: A Story About Big Feelings, Foster Care, and Finding Hope. In this conversation, we chat about her journey into foster care, the challenges and joys of parenting children from hard places, and the impact of her foster care on her family as a whole.
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Today’s guest is Ashley Poptodorova, and she and I have known each other for years because we used to attend the same church here in metro-Atlanta. She is pure light and joy and has a deep passion for God’s word and for wellness through holistic health. Her story involves foster care and a tumultous childhood, but as you’re about to hear, God has done a miraculous work in her life and changed her from the inside out. If you’re in a place where you feel like a situation in your life is hopeless, today’s conversation is for you, friend.
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This week’s guest is Dr. Danisha Keating. Danisha has an incredible story which involves not only being a part of the foster care system as a former foster youth, but also gaining guardianship of her siblings when she was only 24 years old. Through God’s grace, she has defied the odds against her in many ways.
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In this episode, I get to chat with Raquel McCloud, who shares her journey from a challenging childhood marked by instability and trauma to becoming a mother at a young age and placing her daughter for adoption. Her story is one of great redemption and hope.
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This week’s guest is Emily Assell. Emily shares her journey of understanding pain and suffering through a spiritual lens and experiencing the transformative power of God's word. Our conversation encouraged me for days and weeks afterward, and thinking about her wisdom still brings a smile to my face.
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In this week’s episode, Aubrey Coleman shares her journey of motherhood, discussing the joys and challenges of raising three children while also navigating her faith. She reflects on the lessons learned about God's patience and grace, the importance of setting boundaries, and the inspiration behind her new book, When Our New Baby Comes. We talk about how motherhood transforms you from the inside out and the need for self-compassion and understanding in parenting.
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Life comes and goes in seasons, and we find trials and triumphs in each one. Three years ago, I was in a season of profound grief after experiencing several trials within the span of a few months. I wrestled with loneliness, grief, and questions about how to start over in my mid-thirties. But through it all, God was faithful, steadfast, and true.
This week on the podcast, I reflect on the journey from sorrow to joy, share how the Psalms have ministered to my heart in every season, and invite you to consider where God has you right now. Whether you’re in a time of planting, resting, or harvesting, Immanuel—God with us—meets us right where we are.
I also have fun news to share: I have a new part-time job that perfectly fits this chapter of life and my upcoming book, Seasons of a Soul, walks you through the Psalms, coming alongside you wherever you are.
No matter your season, God’s steadfast love endures.
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After taking the summer off of social media and the podcast, I’m back today with a new episode sharing about what God did in my heart and where I’m headed. This year has been a journey of learning to slow down and surrender. I’ve been wrestling with the pressure to build an online platform, but God keeps whispering to my heart: “Not by might, nor by power, only by Your Spirit.”
In this episode, I’m sharing what it looks like to pull back from striving, rest in God’s timing, and embrace the season I’m in with grace. If you’ve ever felt the weight of trying to do more, be more, or produce more, this one’s for you. Let’s go at the pace of grace together.
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This week, I get to chat with Natasha Smith, the author of Can You Just Sit With Me?:Healthy Grieving for the Losses of Life. If you’re a human walking on this earth, you have walked through hard things. And if you haven’t known much grief in your life, chances are you know someone who could use some encouragement and a friend in the journey. This conversation with Natasha will give you the tools you need to process grief on your own and with others.
This is the final episode in the Held in His Hands series and the last podcast episode until the fall! I'll be taking a summer break and am excited to connect with you again later this year. Be sure to stay in touch via my email list. Don't be a stranger! :)
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In this week’s episode, I chat with Anna Mae Groves about walking out our faith, even when it doesn’t make sense. Anna is such a beautiful light and shares with transparency about her journey with mental health struggles and how the Lord brought her out of the darkness with one simple habit that changed everything. She also shares with us about faith-filled decisions that helped her to see God as trustworthy, faithful, and true. Her stories encouraged me specifically with some situations I have going on in my personal life right now, and I know the same will be true for you, too.
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In this episode, I chat with my dear friend Nicole about taking the risk of inviting joy into your everyday life. So often, joy can feel like a dangerous emotion to embrace, because when we have walked through hard times, it is easier to always anticipate the next storm around the corner. Through infertility, loss, and a cross-country move, Nicole has found the beauty in learning to embrace joy, even when it feels scary.
If you’re struggling to find joy and don’t want to hold on to hope, this episode will encourage you to find the beauty in the life right in front of you.
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This week, I’m chatting with Portia Collins about how God has sustained her through health issues and discouraging times when she wanted to give up. She shares with us how God has used her struggles to draw her to Him and make her more dependent on Him instead of trusting in her own strength.
If you’re in a season where you feel like you just don’t have much to give, this one is for you!
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In this week’s episode, Laura Godfrey shares a powerful, personal story of how God showed up in her weakest moment and let her know that He was for her and with her. Walking with her husband through chronic illness has literally brought her to her knees, but God has given her the strength to walk with her head held high.
Whether you’re walking through chronic illness, job loss, financial difficulties, or strained relationships—whatever your suffering situation is—this episode will encourage your heart. God is for you, too, friend.
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This week, I get to introduce you to my friend Jules Smoak. She is a radio talk show host and is such a delight. Jules vulnerably shares with us about her lifelong struggle with dyslexia and how she has learned to see it as a gift from God. She also has a specific word of encouragement for those who feel forgotten by God while waiting for a dream He has laid on their hearts. You’re going to be so encouraged, friend!
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What a joy to be back in your earbuds today! Today we kick off a new series called “Held in His Hands.” We get to talk about how God meets us in our suffering and dark days when it feels like He has left us.
Jamie Klusacek shares with us the beauty of walking with God amid suffering and how to find joy and purpose in the path God has for you, even when it looks different than you thought it would.
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This week, I chatted with Cortney Norris about the power of fasting as a spiritual rhythm in our lives as believers in Christ. Oftentimes, we neglect to fast simply because we don’t understand it nor see it as a necessity. But Jesus instructed us to fast, and the Bible is full of verses that point to its significance. This rhythm is not simply to get something from God, but rather to get to know Him.
In this episode, we discuss the spiritual benefits of fasting and why so many in the church today have fallen out of this important spiritual rhythm and discipline. You aren’t going to walk away with more rules, but rather a deeper understanding of how fasting can bring you into a more intimate relationship with Jesus.
If you’ve ever wondered about the importance of fasting and questioned how to get started, this episode is for you!
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In this episode, Courtney Foster and I chat about what it looks like to integrate your faith into your fitness journey. So many women struggle with what it looks like to pursue wellness in a Christlike way. Many voices are telling us the “right” way to be healthy, and many of these voices are conflicting. It can be hard to know which way to turn and how to take care of the temple God has given you. Courtney generously shares with us about her journey of being “the bigger girl” among her friends to accepting the body God gave her and learning how to nourish and care for it well. You will be SO encouraged by this episode, friends!
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In this week’s episode, pastor’s wife Carla Sibley and I chat about how to live within the boundaries God has given you. She shares with us how learning to steward her time, talents, and treasures has been an act of obedience for her that has helped her to grow in her dependence upon the Lord.Her wisdom about how to choose contentment is gold! You’ll be so encouraged by this episode. FULL SHOW NOTESCoaching with JessicaDaily Grace Co. Bible studies, journals, and home goods–Use code JESSICAMLet's connect!Jessica’s InstagramPodcast InstagramFacebookWeekly Newsletter
Friendship as an adult can feel complicated at best. You wonder if everyone else feels lonely and left out or if it’s just you? Are you doing something wrong? Does everyone else have a best friend? If you’ve struggled with friendships and community, this episode is for you. Bailey Hurley and I chat about where we get it wrong, how to get it right, and why we need each other.
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In this week’s episode, I chat with Hunter Beless about the importance of memorizing and meditation on Scripture. Hunter shares with us how her love for the Word came from a desperate need for joy after a season of not walking closely with the Lord. Instead of a list of to-dos, Hunter leaves us with a practical perspective on how to incorporate memorizing God’s word into our daily lives.
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In this week’s episode, Shekea Moreno and I discuss prayer's spiritual discipline. We often think prayer is complicated and too difficult, but it is simply a conversation with God. Through various seasons, God has used prayer in Shekea’s life to show her how to rest and trust Him with everything. She shares some simple yet profound truths that will foster your desire to grow in prayer.
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Welcome to 2024! In today's episode, I share a little bit with you about my heart behind this new series: Sacred Rhythms.
This week, I get to introduce you to my dear friend and mentor, Suzanne Chambers. Suzanne is a wealth of wisdom and has been a true blessing and spiritual mother in my life for nearly ten years. You will be so encouraged by her honest and practical thoughts that will help you to get into the Word and learn to savor it for the treasure that it is.
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For this final installment of our Advent series, I have the joy of introducing you to Heather Cofer. Heather’s unique perspective as a former missionary kid is so encouraging as we consider how to celebrate Christmas and embrace the true reason for this season.
Sometimes, in our world of abundance, we paradoxically feel lacking. But it's in those moments that we can remember: Jesus fills the void. In a world caught up with twinkling lights, so many parties and festivities, Heather invites us to slow down and savor the wonder of Jesus’ love.
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This week, Ashley Holston and I talked about the joy of Jesus. She shares how sometimes, she gets so wrapped up in seeking tools and resources for her faith that she loses sight of the core—Jesus Himself. Even when she couldn't see it during hard times, God was quietly nurturing her faith, growing a supernatural joy within her heart. Her joy wasn't rooted in temporal things, but in the eternal hope of Jesus Christ.
If you’re struggling with all the extra activities, pressures, gifts, and parties thrown at you in this season, this conversation will encourage you to rest in Jesus alone and be content with Him.
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Today I have the privilege of introducing you to my dear friend Brooke Lovingood. Even though Brooke is young (less than 30 years on this earth, y’all!) she has endured great suffering. At just 23 years old, she walked through thyroid cancer during her dating and engagement to her now husband. She honestly shares with us about her mental and emotional state during this time and how God, through His Word, helped her to move from a place of living in sheer panic all the time to experiencing peace and joy.
If you’ve ever dealt with heartache, the death of a dream, or health struggles, this episode is for you! I know you will be encouraged.
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This week on the podcast, I shared a hope-filled conversation with my friend Simone Griffin. Christmas can feel lonely, exhausting, and overwhelming for those who are walking through grief. As someone who has walked through grief during the holiday season, Simone’s powerful testimony of hope encouraged my heart, and I know it will encourage yours.
Simone shares with us how she lost a loved one just ten days before Christmas several years ago and how God used this experience to help her know Him as her true and only source of eternal hope.
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On this week’s episode, discover how an unexpected revelation reshaped Iris Bryant’s life. Uncovering her adoption papers ignited a journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and healing. From confronting her past to meeting her biological mother, Iris's tale embodies resilience, courage, and unwavering faith.
Ever carried a secret not meant for you? Iris's search for her mother wasn't easy. Her emotional journey, conversations with her parents, and the anticipation of meeting her real mother are all captured in her heartfelt story. Most importantly, Iris's narrative highlights the transformative power of faith. Her quest for healing and wholeness emphasizes finding peace as a child of God.
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Born from her own past of unimaginable trauma and abuse at the hands of her adoptive father, Tricia’s story is a raw and deeply moving testimony of redemption and healing. Despite the shadow of abuse at the hands of her adoptive father, Tricia became a foster and adoptive parent herself. Her obedience is just one small part of an incredible story full of God’s love and redemption.
“I know what it is to suffer great pain, and I'm gonna say again, it pales in comparison to the joy I know today, and the only difference is the love of Jesus and allowing him into my heart to heal it."
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Welcome to season 3! This mini-series will highlight stories of adoption as we celebrate National Adoption Month through the month of November. Today, I get to welcome my dear friend Tricia to the podcast.
What could possibly lead an individual, who herself was a victim of abuse at the hands of her adoptive father, to become an adoptive parent? Today Tricia shares how her tumultuous journey of adoption and God’s redemption transformed her heart and life.
Despite her painful past, Tricia and her husband opened their hearts and home to foster care and adoption, creating a testimony of faith, love, and profound compassion. Her testament to the potent impact of adoption is a powerful beacon of hope for those navigating the challenging waters of foster care or adoption and those walking alongside them.
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As someone who's often found herself entangled in the web of social media, my conversation with Ashlee Gadd deeply encouraged my heart. Ashlee is a writer who has spent the last few years gradually untangling herself from social media. We talk about her bold decision to delete Instagram for more extended periods of time, and her journey from a metrics-based approach to focusing on her mission. It is an enlightening conversation about the effects of social media on our lives and how the influence of the Holy Spirit offers a path to freedom and fruitfulness.
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This week, we continue our series on the fruit of the Spirit and consider the gentleness of Jesus Christ. We read in the Gospel of Mark about the story of Jairus' daughter, where we witness the depth of Jesus' kindness and love. His miracles are not just a showcase of His divine powers, but a testament to His love. His healing of the woman with the issue of blood and His revival of Jairus' daughter, who was declared dead, are examples of His boundless compassion.
In the second part of this episode, we reflect on the plight of the Israelites as they ventured from slavery towards an uncertain future in the wilderness. This narrative takes us on a journey of expectations, grief, and loss that is as relevant today as it was then. But the beauty of transformation lies in these small ripples of change. Let’s rest in the gentle touch of Jesus and His power to redefine us.
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Ever wonder how to trust that God is faithful when it feels like life is falling apart? Today I have the joy of introducing you to my dear friend Alexis Drury, who shares her journey of faith through some of her toughest times. Alexis shares how a myriad of trials within her first year of marriage–job loss, a cancer diagnosis, and a death in the family–all brought her to a breaking point. She shares with us the significance of Jesus' unchanging faithfulness and the importance of cherishing His goodness in every season of life, even when it feels like He isn’t there.FULL SHOW NOTES
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In this episode, learn from the biblical story of Ruth, a favorite of mine. Her resilience through her decision to stay with her mother-in-law Naomi and humble requests to her kinsman redeemer, Boaz help us to see that we are never alone, even when life has completely fallen apart. This episode will help you see the goodness of God through a favorite Bible story of redemption that resonates with us all.
We also discuss the impact of authenticity in relationships and the beauty of being truly known by our Heavenly Father. I share vulnerably about our early days of marriage in hopes that you may recognize the mask you might be unknowingly wearing. All of this culminates in our relationship with God and helps us to see how we may be placing barriers between us that keep us from true intimacy. To know Him is to know His goodness, so come, taste and see that He is good. 🤍
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I am so excited to welcome my dear friend, Maryanne Helms to the show today as we discuss God’s kindness in parenting and relationships. You’ll be encouraged as she shares how God's kindness manifested in her family's journey and the formation of her own Christian family. We also discuss how God's kindness is evident in our children's relationships with Him and how it works through our weaknesses and frailties in parenting.
Maryanne beautifully shares how even in our darkest moments, God's kindness can shine through, providing us with hope and resilience. Your heart will be encouraged by this conversation about God's kindness and its role in our parenting journeys and personal relationships.
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"Waiting is the hardest thing to do, but it seems to be God's favorite thing to ask us to do." These are wise words from my late mother-in-law. Today we take a look at what it means to wait well. We often are in a rush to make things happen on our timeline, but learning to trust God's timing will help us know Him more and will grow our relationship with Him.
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Perfect peace starts with God, but oftentimes we want to believe that we can achieve peace through our striving instead of learning to surrender. In today's interview, author and personal trainer Kasey Shuler shares with us how she has learned to walk in the peace of God.
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Sometimes, joy feels unattainable because life is so overwhelming. But the fruit of the Spirit is not something that is special for “super Christians.” The Word is very clear that when we are in Christ, His Holy Spirit gives us these fruits that allow us to shine the light of Christ to others. We can have joy no matter what the circumstances because of Christ.
This week, we are taking a look at the life of Paul as we consider what it means to have joy in the midst of extremely difficult circumstances. It is possible through Christ!
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Need encouragement in your journey to find joy? Check out my book Choosing Contentment: A Four Week Guide to Dropping Comparison and Embracing Gratitude.
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I am so excited to share the remaining part of my interview with Dr. Jennie Armstrong with you. If you didn’t tune in last week, be sure to stop this episode and listen to that episode first. Jennie is a long time friend of mine and a licensed professional counselor. In this episode, we discuss what it means to be loved by God, love others, and love ourselves in light of the truth of God’s word.
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Today I get to welcome a long time friend of mine, Jennie Armstrong, to the podcast. I can’t wait for you to get to know her! Our conversation was so rich and full that I had to split it into two episodes. This week is part 1, and next week I will share with you part 2.
In this episode, we discuss what it means to be loved by God, love others, and love ourselves in light of the truth of God’s word.
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This first season, we took a look at some of the lies we are prone to believe about God. As we walked through these lies and considered what they mean in light of the truth of God’s word, I hope you were encouraged to consider what you may have wrongly believed about who God is.In this season of life, I have three kids and very full days. I also write, speak, and coach. I am not able to produce a weekly podcast consecutively without breaks. That being said, I am coming back for season 2 and you can look for that to drop in your podcast feed this summer, most likely in June!In the meantime, I would love to hear from you! I want your honest feedback about what you have enjoyed (or even not enjoyed) about season 1. You can tell me your honest thoughts via this survey.One person who completes the survey will win a free coaching session from me! I am so excited about what is in store for season 2 and I can’t wait to continue to serve you in this way!SPEAKING: www.jessicanmathisen.com/speakingCOACHING: www.jessicanmathisen.com/coachingNEWSLETTER: https://bit.ly/3MP1wnASURVEY: https://bit.ly/3GQLlCs
Today I have the joy of welcoming my dear friend Halley Mastrolonardo to the show. She is a wife, mom to 3, and a maker who lives in Boise, Idaho. Her story is one of grief and pain during her twenties that has marked and changed her forever. Enduring loss during such pivotal years greatly shifted her relationship with the Lord, as she so beautifully shares with us in this interview. If you are walking through grief and suffering, you will be so encouraged by this episode. If you are walking alongside someone who is in the midst of their own grief journey, listen in for ways you can be a support. Show notes:GriefShare classeshttps://www.griefshare.org/Halley’s Instagram:@birchfolkPsalm 16:11Book Jessica to speak at your next event: https://www.jessicanmathisen.com/speaking
This week’s episode is a little different than our previous shows. As I prayed and thought about what to share with you this Holy Week with Easter so near, I couldn’t stop thinking about our Savior as “Man of sorrows.” We have known so much sorrow over this last week as we consider the tragedy in Nashville along with personal grief and pain in our lives and the lives of those we love. We talk through the comfort our Savior brings us as we come to know Him as the suffering Savior, and we find hope in the midst of our pain when we trust that He is at work, even when it feels like evil has prevailed. I pray this episode encourages your heart as you look the cross and we prepare to celebrate the empty tomb. We praise God that He is risen, but we also remember His suffering and give thanks for His sacrifice. Scripture from this episode:Isaiah 53John 10:10Romans 5:8Book Jessica to speak:https://www.jessicanmathisen.com/speakingShow notes: https://www.jessicanmathisen.com/podcast
This week’s conversation on the podcast with my friend Hannah was so encouraging. Hannah experienced a health scare with a BRCA2 gene mutation diagnosis that indicated she was at a very high risk for developing breast cancer later in life and ended up having a preventive double mastectomy. In this conversation, we talked about how to trust God in the midst of a health scare you never imagined would be a part of your story. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!Notes:Luke 12:27Psalm 46 by Shane and Shanehttps://youtu.be/2emelR7lGmwHannah’s website:https://hannahhomegrown.com/Hannah’s instagram:instagram.com/hannahhomegrown@hannahhomegrownHannah’s Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/hannahhomegrownBook Jessica to speak: https://www.jessicanmathisen.com/speaking
This week’s conversation on the podcast with my friend Hannah was so encouraging. Hannah experienced a health scare with a BRCA2 gene mutation diagnosis that indicated she was at a very high risk for developing breast cancer later in life and ended up having a preventive double mastectomy. In this conversation, we talked about how to trust God in the midst of a health scare you never imagined would be a part of your story. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!Notes:Luke 12:27Psalm 46 by Shane and Shanehttps://youtu.be/2emelR7lGmwHannah’s website:https://hannahhomegrown.com/Hannah’s Instagram:@hannahhomegrownHannah’s Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/hannahhomegrown
Growing up in the church, there was a saying that we all knew how to answer. It goes like this—when you say, “God is good,” we answer, “All the time.” And then you will likely say, “All the time?” to which the answer is, “God is good.”I want us to think about this for a little bit. As we consider the statement, “God is good,” there may be some feelings that come up for us. In our heads, we may know this is true. But our hearts may be telling us a different story. When we hear this statement, we may feel angry. Frustrated. Sad. Betrayed. Or indifferent. Today, we get to take a look at why God is good, even when our circumstances say that He isn’t. Psalm 84:11-12Psalm 34:8-10Matthew 6:31-34Encouragement for foster parents:Fostering Prayer: https://amzn.to/3EzPvgdPraying for Your Foster Children: https://amzn.to/3F2KyhxEncouragement for when you’re not sure if God is good:An Overwhelming Hope: https://amzn.to/3DV6jhrBook me to speak at your next event: https://www.jessicanmathisen.com/speaking
A lot of people may not have said this statement before: “God isn’t big enough to handle my problems,” but they have lived as though that were the reality. If they didn’t have the guts to admit that this is what they were thinking, they may have said something akin to this “If God were real, He wouldn’t have allowed ______ this to happen.” or “If God is real, then why does He allow sin and suffering?”Today we look at the story of Gideon. God used him to defeat a mighty army. But before he was a leader of a victorious army, he was hiding from the enemy under the cover of night. God saw him and called him a mighty warrior, even in his vulnerable moment of fear. Show notes:https://www.jessicanmathisen.com/podcastAre you thriving or surviving? Take the quiz: https://bit.ly/3IhGVV3.
What a joy to welcome Kia Stephens to the podcast today! Kia is the founder of Entrusted Women, which aims to increase and create opportunities for Christian women communicators of color. We have been friends online for a few years now and I have been so encouraged to watch her journey and learn from her. Her passion is to help women identify their father wounds and find healing through Christ’s love. Today is the release date of her book, “Overcoming Father Wounds: Exchanging Your Pain for God’s Perfect Love.” She can speak with authority on this subject because she knows it intimately, and she shares so vulnerably and gently about how to move past brokenness and into wholeness with God as our Healer. I so enjoyed this chat with Kia, and I know you will, too!SHOW NOTES: https://www.jessicanmathisen.com/podcast
Today on the podcast, we take a look at the story of Hannah in the Bible. This woman was so desperate for the Lord to open her womb that the priest thought she was drunk as she cried out to the Lord in the temple. What did she learn from Him that we need to know when God doesn’t grant us the desires of our hearts? Read more of my story of waiting in my book, Already Chosen. https://amzn.to/3SndwxmTAKE THE QUIZ: Are you living in survival mode? https://bit.ly/3IhGVV3
In this episode, we unpack this statement: “God helps those who help themselves.” Many people believe that this phrase in Scripture. I was shocked to learn that a few years back, 52% of professing Christians believed that it was a verse in the Bible. Well, there is no such verse, friends!We have the privilege of resting in the love of our Savior and trusting Him to do what we could not and never could do, which is save us from ourselves.TAKE THE QUIZ: Are you living in survival mode? https://bit.ly/3IhGVV3
The last several years of learning to walk with Jesus. Full show notes can be found at www.jessicanmathisen.com/podcast.
A little glimpse into my journey of walking with Jesus. 🤍 You can find the show notes at www.jessicanmathisen.com/podcast. Tushbaby: use JESSICAM for 15% off https://glnk.io/1y4j/jessicanmathisentushbaby
Welcome to the Fullness of Joy podcast! I can’t wait to journey with you as we talk about hard things in light of the Gospel.