“Suffering has a way of heaving you beyond the shallows of life where your faith feels ankle-deep. It casts you out into the fathomless depths of God.” These profound words were written by an incredible woman and one of my heroes of the faith, Joni Eareckson Tada, who I’m super pumped to have on the podcast today because if anybody knows about the “I Can” life of Philippians 4:13 … it’s Joni. If you haven’t heard of her, she survived a diving accident when she was a teenager that left her totally paralyzed. That incident changed her life forever, but for the past several decades, God has used her to help others in similar situations and inspire countless people around the world. And today she’s going to inspire you and our entire 4:13 family. Because on this very special BONUS episode, Joni talks about how you can experience the nearness of God in your life—something she does every day using the principles taught by Brother Lawrence in his ancient book, The Practice of the Presence of God. Both Joni and Brother Lawrence discovered the secret to peace and joy regardless of their circumstances, and my friend, you can too! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/Joni

It's time to stop letting your past define your future. Easier said than done, right?! Especially when your past includes bad choices that haunt you. But here’s the good news… Today’s episode is an invitation to liberation, a chance to break up with what has broken you and kept you dogged by shame. Author Christian Bevere explains how shame and regret often hold us back from where we're called to be, but they don’t have to have power over us anymore. Today you’ll learn to leave your less for more, silence shame’s lies, and step into the restored story God has for you. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/286

Deep within each of us is a longing for acceptance, significance, and provision. Ultimately we’re asking, “Will I have enough? Am I enough? And do I matter?” Well, did you know the answers to all three questions can be found in the temptations of Christ? That’s right! So today, author Tommy Brown will pull back the curtain on Christ’s temptations to reveal how they represent your greatest needs. And, even better, he’ll give you practical mindsets and tools to help you invite God to meet all those needs instead of striving, performing, and white-knuckling your way through. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/285

We are coming to you LIVE from a Fresh Grounded Faith event in Greenville, South Carolina, where I’m spilling the beans with two of my good friends, Shaun Groves and Tammy Trent. We’re talking about knowing your calling, giving grace when someone disappoints you, and dealing with depression. Plus, Tammy speaks a good word of encouragement to the ladies who are single or single again. Oh, and you’ll want to hear about how I climbed the Great Wall of China in the dead of winter on ice, as well as the story of my worst makeup mix-up ever! This was funny, warm, practical, and everything you need to make this day even better! So, pull up your chair to the bistro and let’s spill the beans. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/284

Have you ever been in a constant state of unsettledness? It’s like your soul has been taken hostage by your emotions or circumstances, and you just can’t break free! Whether it shows up as anxiety, fear, panic attacks, or a mind that never stops racing, it can seem hopeless, can’t it? Well today, author Wendy Blight shares how you can replace your restlessness with rest! She’ll teach you three holy habits to help you transform your mind, quiet your heart, and still your soul. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/283

How can you know what your calling is? And how do you become confident in your calling? Or even if you know your calling, how are you supposed to follow it when you’re full of fears and insecurities? Whew! It can be confusing, right? Well, today on the 4:13, beloved star of Kim of Queens, Kim Gravel, invites you to look at yourself with a fresh new lens, encouraging you to start right where you are in order to discover who you were meant to be. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/282

When spiritual disappointment casts a shadow on our lives, we can feel so uncertain, ungrounded, and like the light of faith has been overtaken by the dark night of the soul. But according to today’s guest, Dr. Alicia Britt Chole, the night is not your enemy. Because even though faith shines best in full sun, it grows depth in the dark. So the night is not just normal, it’s necessary, and it won’t last forever. Today, Alicia will teach you how to navigate the night and lean on God in the darkness, leaving you with a bright beacon of hope. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/281

What do you do when your faith doesn’t seem to be “working” anymore? You’ve said all the right things, done all the right things, and nothing seems to make it better. Well, my friend, that’s when today’s guest, Ashley Morgan Jackson, invites us to wrestle with God and face Him in our greatest fears, pains, and unanswered questions. Because within that wrestling, we can find rest. We’re moved from striving to “make it work” through formulas and performance to surrendering to the One who holds us together and redeems our heartache. So if you’re tired of trying, listen in! It’s time to break out of the cycle of frustration and find the perspective, perseverance, and patience to let go. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/280

In a culture where middle age is thought of as a downward slope into sensible shoes and meaningless existence, we can redefine the second half of life. We can shape it into decades of fulfillment, fun, strength, and purpose. Because, my friend, God has a lot in store for you in your second half. We are His gift to this world at every age and in every season, and it's time to embrace it! So today, Dawn Barton is here to encourage all the sisters who are almost in, or in the middle of, or wondering about the second half of life. It’s time to take off those sensible shoes and dance our way into the best seasons of our lives! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/279

As 2023 comes to a close, I've been flipping back through my audio pictures from this past year and was reminded of so many things I’m thankful for. So today, I’m sharing these audio pictures with you as an encouragement for you to do the same thing! As you listen, think about the moments from this past year for which you’re thankful. And together, we’ll prepare our hearts for a new year that begins with gratitude! Happy New Year! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/278

Since you’re part of our 4:13 family, we’re sending you our annual Christmas card to make sure you know how much we love you. This year, our families sent you their Christmas greetings in their own fun little way, KC speaks a blessing over you, and Michael O’Brien will make your heart rejoice as he sings some of his beautiful Christmas songs. We hope this Audio Christmas Card blesses you today as you’re shopping, decorating, cooking, or sitting back and relaxing with a cup of hot chocolate. Merry Christmas! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/277

We all long for “forever friends,” but what happens when forever ends? Friends are the family we choose, and with that choice comes great joy, but also great risk… because sometimes those friendships fall apart. So today, author Elizabeth Laing Thompson will give you practical tools for friendships that may be faltering, fractured, or on the verge of failure. We’ll deal with forgiveness, reconciliation, expectations, and how to know if and when it’s time to walk away. Whether things are a little rocky with your BFF or you’ve been burned by friendship and are nervous to try again, this conversation is for you! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/276

As Christians, we want to rightly handle the word of truth, don’t we? We need to be a people who read, study, and understand Scripture accurately, and the good news is… we can! Today’s guest is author Rebecca McLaughlin, and she is going to give you not just good information on how to do just that, but tons of inspiration so you will want to. She’ll talk about how we can trust the Bible, if and when we should read the Bible literally or metaphorically, and the impact of reading the gospels accurately. You’re about to get a clear and captivating view of Scripture, so get ready! Here we go… SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/275

Studies show that the average adult makes about 122 decisions a day. Lots of those decisions are small, of course, but not all of them. Some of our decisions can change the trajectory of our lives. So, how do you know if those decisions landed you in the right place in life? Today’s guest, author and podcaster Heather MacFadyen, will help you toss aside insecurities, embrace God’s sovereignty, and step into the role God has assigned you, right here where you are. She’ll teach you how to have confidence in God’s assignments and find contentment in occupying the space you’re in. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/274

When our eyes are grateful, we can see grace and goodness all around us. But often, we live as if life isn’t good enough, we don't have enough, and who we are isn’t enough. Well, my friend, this is where we get it all wrong—because our focus is on ourselves. Author Michele Howe joins us and explains how the more we focus on ourselves, the less we develop an attitude of appreciation for what we do have. And when we dwell on the things we wish we had and how miserable life is, or when we immerse ourselves in the negative, our troubled feelings and actions will follow. But when we focus on something outside of ourselves and choose an attitude of gratefulness, we get an entirely new perspective! It brightens up how we view our world, and that changes everything! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/273

Get ready, my friend, because today we’re headed to Atlanta, Georgia where we recorded this episode LIVE at a Fresh Grounded Faith event. Katherine Wolf and Michael O’Brien joined me, and WOW! I was so grateful for their wisdom and perspective as they helped answer a wide range of questions from the audience! Questions about the hardest lesson we’ve ever had to learn, if we’ve ever struggled with comparison as a result of our disabilities, and how to deal with teenagers who are struggling with gender dysphoria. Good questions, right? Well, I’m telling you, this is one interesting, multi-textured, inspiring conversation that will leave you encouraged and full of hope. But that’s not all! We’ll end this podcast with a powerful song from Michael that'll make you want to sing along. So, be sure to listen until the very end! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/272

More than 200 times a second, someone is googling questions about God—questions like, “Is God Real?” Well, Google offers 3.7 billion results in less than a second, but which answers can we trust? We want to know if God really is real, and if He is real, does He really care about us? Well today, author, investigative journalist, and former atheist Lee Strobel will help you know with confidence that God. Is. Real. Lee addresses the big stumbling blocks that make people question the reality of God, including… Is there a contradiction between God and science?  If God is real, why is there suffering? If there is a God, why doesn’t He make Himself obvious? You’ll appreciate how Lee not only addresses the question of God’s existence, but also deals with the psychology of it, the emotions of it, and the science behind it. So that means this conversation is for skeptics and believers alike! If you believe in God, this is going to affirm your faith and equip you to share with others who may not. Plus, it will address any concerns you have about doubting or questioning God’s existence. And if you’re a skeptic, you’ll want to listen as Lee puts his award-winning journalist skills to work. He presents a really great case for the reality of God based on empirical evidence to help you process the facts logically and rationally. So, let's dive into the ultimate question: “Can we really know God is real?” SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/IsGodReal

Sometimes we can become overwhelmed with all of the brokenness in our world, right? Chaos, injustice, and corruption surround us, powerful people take advantage of the weak, and societies overlook or mistreat those who desperately need help. As people who trust an all-powerful God, it’s natural to ask, “God, aren’t you going to help?” or “God, why are you allowing this to happen?” Well, when we lift these questions to Heaven, we’re not alone. Our words closely resemble those of the distressed prophet Habakkuk. So… do you know what that means? It means today we’re geeking out about this minor prophet, and author Taylor Turkington is leading the way. She’ll unveil loads of encouragement within this tiny book of the Old Testament, teaching you to pay attention instead of looking away, lament instead of numbing out, and ask with expectation instead of avoiding God altogether. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/271

Sometimes God‘s timing just does not make sense to us. When hard situations last way too long and our deepest prayers seem to go unanswered, we often wonder, “What is God doing?” But thankfully, the Bible is full of people who have experienced the same thing. They had to learn to trust God‘s ways and His timing, and their stories can help us trust God too. So today, author Laurie Polich Short highlights these biblical heroes and unearths very practical, encouraging gems found within their stories. These gems will serve as a compass to help you navigate your story when the way forward is foggy or unclear. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/270

Why is it so hard to rest and refresh when we’re stressed? Well, today on the 4:13, author and podcaster Bonnie Gray answers that question with both scientific and scripture-based insights into your body, mind, and soul. She’ll teach you about top stressors, proven countermeasures, and simple ways to stress less, take better care of yourself, and face each day focused on God’s love. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/269

Do you ever pray for your spouse? What about praying with your spouse? Well, Jodie Berndt is back on the 4:13 today, and she shares simple ways to support and pray for your significant other. Whether you're newly engaged or celebrating a golden anniversary or just barely hanging on, Jodie explains how praying the Scriptures over your marriage will infuse power and peace into every part of your most important relationship. And if you’re single, this episode is for you too! We’re talking about connecting with the person who matters the most, whether it be a parent, a child, a sibling, or a friend. You’ll find it begins with praying Scripture over your relationship and ends with a deeper connection with God and with the one you cherish. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/268

What do you get when you put me, Annie F. Downs, Tammy Trent, and Shaun Groves together at a bistro table in Texas? You get the craziest, most fun, deep, and inspiring conversation ever! These crazy friends joined me in Fort Worth for a Fresh Grounded Faith event, and at the very end, we got to be both silly and serious as we answered questions from the audience. We talked about how to deal with loneliness, how to let go of hurts and disappointments, and how to find fulfillment in the monotony of everyday life. Then Shaun geeked out about the Hebrew understanding of a story in the New Testament, and Annie gave us the scoop on her favorite gospel. Oh, and you don’t want to miss Tammy spilling the beans about dating a younger guy. Seriously, it was hilarious! This was one of the most fun, funniest, and life-giving Spill the Beans, so pull up a chair at the bistro. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/267

According to the Scientific American, women are twice as likely as men to experience shame and are more affected by its toxic impact. Just as Adam and Eve hid in the garden and covered themselves with fig leaves, we too are inclined to hide under the cloak of shame. But unlike Adam and Eve, our feelings of shame don’t necessarily mean we’ve done something wrong. Often it means we’ve begun to believe the lies about our identity. So today’s guest, author and podcaster Jasmine Holmes, will expose shame’s slimy roots and help you understand the difference between shame, guilt, and conviction. Jasmine shares how she watched God break the power of shame in her life through the power of the gospel, and my friend, He can do the same thing for you too! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/266

Scripture is meant to reveal God to us, but sometimes it's hard for us to see Him there. What if all you needed was a new lens? We often look to the Bible for advice on how to live, but when that becomes our focus, we may miss the point of Scripture: to reveal God and His character to us. On this episode of the 4:13, trusted Bible teacher and podcaster, Tara-Leigh Cobble, will sharpen our view of Scripture by sharing how to read it and what to look for. She’ll share rich theological truth, helping you grow in the knowledge of God’s character and rest in His goodness. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/265

Everyone experiences emotions—some easy, some difficult. And even though emotions are a normal part of life, dealing with them can be quite challenging. We often lack the intuition to understand them or the language to fully express them. But after today, you just might see your emotions as your “friend!" Dr. Mark Mayfield joins me on the podcast to help you slow down and explore the ways your emotions develop. He’ll expose the toll that unexpressed emotions take on you and highlight the importance of not running away from them. And then, Mark will give you a simple practice to unintimidate your emotions as well as practical ways to deal with burnout. Are you ready? We’re getting on the path to emotional wholeness, so let’s go… SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/264

Today we are going to embrace our inner donkey. That’s because so many of us feel like donkeys in a world that celebrates racehorses. You know, the shiny and flashy success stories that make us question our own worth and abilities. But life isn’t about competing for gold medals. It’s about discovering our own mettle—understanding our unique strengths and using them to mine all the gold that God already put within us. So today on the 4:13, author Rachel Anne Ridge will explain “The Donkey Principle” and it will help you overcome obstacles, create lasting change, and achieve meaningful success. You’ve got to hear this conversation to believe it, so let’s get started! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/263

What do you do when your own mind turns on you? Fear, anxiety, and the critical voices in your head can be overwhelming, even if you know Christ died to free you from those things. Well, according to today’s guest, Jeff Peabody, what you do is put on the armor of God. Today we’ll explore the armor of God through the lens of personal struggle, showing how the ancient metaphor for God’s care is powerful for his children in every generation. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/262

This Spill the Beans is coming to you LIVE from Fresh Grounded Faith in Jackson, Mississippi with Lysa TerKeurst and Michael O’Brien. We’re sitting around the bistro table answering some really good questions from the audience including… How do I forgive myself when I’ve really messed up? How can I help a friend who’s going through a divorce? How should I respond when someone I love has set up a boundary between us? How do I know if it’s time to tell my story, especially if it might hurt someone?  See what I mean? We’re talking about the stuff that matters and throwing in a few other things just for fun. So, pull up a chair at the bistro, and let’s spill some beans. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/261

Whether we're trying to find time, save time, manage time, or make the most of our time, one word often shows up when we’re talking about time: anxiety. But, if we want to experience freedom from time anxiety, we have to reimagine our relationship with time itself. Today’s guest, author Jen Pollock Michel, will teach you that time is not something to manage, save, spend, or waste. She’ll explain how it’s possible to have a grounded, healthy relationship with the clock and help you move from the treadmill of productivity to the call of fruitfulness. It’s time for you to rethink time, so let’s do it! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/260

Okay, my friend, this is the last of three BONUS episodes featuring audio pictures of my trip to Italy! If you didn't get to hear the first two episodes, then stop right here, go back, and listen from the beginning so you don’t miss a thing. In this last episode, we’re visiting Pompeii, Sorrento, and Amalfi, and what a way to wrap up the trip. We soaked up more of the rich, Italian culture as we learned the history of Mount Vesuvius, listened to another beautiful Italian singer, cooled off in the ocean, and enjoyed a breathtaking view of Naples. Plus, you guessed it, we drank more cappuccino! Italy is so much better with my 4:13ers, so let’s go… SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/Italy

This is the second of three BONUS episodes where I’m sharing audio pictures of my trip to Italy! If you missed the first one, be sure to go back and listen now so you get the full experience. In this next set of audio pictures, we’re going to Assisi and Rome where we’ll walk through the gardens at Ceasar’s palace, tour the Vatican, listen to Opera singers during dinner, and of course, drink more cappuccino! Italy is such a beautiful, sensory-rich country, and I’m so glad you get to enjoy it with me. Here we go… SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/Italy

Hey 4:13ers! I’m back from Italy, and as promised, here are a few audio pictures from the trip so you can experience it with me! But there was so much I wanted to share that I had to break it up into three BONUS episodes. So, in this first episode, you’ll get to come with me to Venice, Pisa, and Florence. We’re taking a boat ride, eating an incredible Tuscan dinner, drinking the best cappuccino, and being serenaded by an Italian singer. Oh, and just wait until you hear the macarena being played on the party bus! No kidding! It was fun and hilarious, so be sure to listen until the very end. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/Italy

It’s time to discover the antidote to the burdensome and ultimately empty myth of control: surrender. Yes, surrendering to the God who cares for us and has a better blueprint for our lives. Today’s guest, author Tara Sun, joins us to explain what it looks like to surrender! She’ll give you practical steps, strategies, and biblically rich insight for letting go of control and moving forward in faith, even in the face of setbacks and disappointments. Get ready to ditch the myth of control and pick up some peace instead. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/259

Mom Fatigue Syndrome. It’s real, it’s pervasive, and it creeps into every facet of a mom’s life leading to overwhelm, exhaustion, anxiety, and feeling like you're stuck in a big, fat fog—a Mom Fog. But in trying to get unstuck, moms frequently use methods and techniques that don’t work with the way their brain is wired. They begin to blame themselves, perpetuating the problem, and end up with no energy, no joy, and no motivation to make things better. So today, author Hannah Keeley will unpack what Mom Fog is, how the mom brain is different, and how moms can move from low energy to high hope. And surprisingly, the key to making things better starts with throwing out the to-do list and giving up on changing your circumstances. Can you believe it? Well, it’s true, and it will make complete sense after you listen. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/258

We’re featuring another ENCORE episode today, one that’s worth listening to over and over again because it’s all about hope—hope that this life isn’t all there is. Investigative author and theologian, Lee Strobel, joins us and does what he does best in making an intellectual case for Heaven. He’ll explore the evidence for an afterlife while addressing mankind’s biggest fear: death. And finally, he’ll give you three reasons why you can know Heaven is real. But if you’re someone who believes—without a doubt—that Heaven is real, then you’re in for a treat! This episode will affirm your faith and give you even greater anticipation of what’s to come! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/257

Today’s episode was previously aired as a BONUS episode, but since I’m in Italy at the moment, there’s no better time to share it again … because it’s just that good! You’ll get to hear from Max McLean, the actor who played C.S. Lewis in the movie, The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis, which is a story about the beloved Christian writer’s incredible journey from atheism to faith, even though he was, according to him, “the most reluctant convert in all England.” Max and I talk all about the film, his journey leading to his portrayal of my favorite dead author, and how C.S. Lewis’ legacy serves as an inspiration to all of us. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/256

Shame is to the soul what cancer is to the body. It eats away at our self-esteem, erodes our relationships, and keeps us from moving forward in life. In fact, toxic shame is often what drives addictions, anxieties, and depression. But the good news is that freedom is possible. And that’s what we’re exploring today with author Dr. Gregory Jantz. He’ll weave together reliable psychological principles with biblical truths to start you on the path of wellness and peace. So, if you’re weighed down by shame or have begun to believe the lies that you’re defective, unworthy, and flawed, then my friend, it’s time to break free! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/255

What do you do when you believe and have faith, and yet God doesn’t answer your prayers in the way you’d hoped? How do you trust Him when your world is falling apart? Michele Cushatt is a three-time head and neck cancer survivor, so she knows what it’s like when everything begins to crumble. But today, she shares how she found hope in her darkest moments—and how you can too! You’ll learn the first steps to strengthen your confidence in God's daily presence and power and build a faith strong enough to endure even the toughest seasons. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/254

In hard times, lots of us shy away from God, unsure of how to talk to Him about what we're feeling. But today, author and podcaster Suzanne Eller explains why prayer is not about the number of words that come out of your mouth or how eloquent you sound. It's about being in God's presence. Simply showing up. You’ll learn some practical prayer starters based on Scripture that will unintimidate talking to God. And then, we’ll end this episode with a song I love called “Pray the Way You Pray” by Coldwater Jane. So, be sure to listen to the very end. Don't let your hurts, fears, doubts, or expectations keep you from freely talking to God, my friend. Listen in, and you’ll see why it’s okay to just show up. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/253

It’s that time again! We’re spilling the beans in Houston, Texas, with Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Laura Story and former lead singer of Newsong, Michael O’Brien. This Q&A time at our Fresh Grounded Faith events is unscripted, unrehearsed, and unlike anything you’ll experience at other women’s conferences! Today, we’re talking about if it’s okay to not be joyful during trials, what it means to fear the Lord but not be fearful of Him, and how to forgive someone but not allow them to hurt you in the future. Plus, Laura shares how her husband didn’t remember they were married after his surgery (true story), and Michael gives a spontaneous performance of “Arise My Love.” It’s great conversation, powerful music, and a whole lot of fun! So let’s go spill some beans! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/252

When life doesn’t make sense, we often try to fix it, make sense of it, or change it. We wrestle, don’t we? But what if we didn’t have to understand it or do anything about it? What if we could trust that God knows, and since He knows, that’s enough to turn our wrestling into resting? Today, author Lisa Whittle joins us to help you see behind the curtain of God’s perfect knowledge. She makes a solid case for why trusting in His omniscience alone can help you find release, relief, and rest. And you’ll never guess where we’re going in Scripture to learn about this … Nahum! That’s right! We’re about to geek out about this Old Testament prophet, and you are going to love it! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/251

Healing rarely happens overnight! It usually unfolds more gradually, and often, it’s a really rough process—especially if it’s relational healing. Sometimes you wonder if you’re even going to make it. Well, my friend, you are going to make it! And today, best-selling author Lysa TerKeurst candidly shares her healing journey and gives you tons of practical encouragement for your own. She talks about the importance of boundaries, what obedience to God looks like when you want to give up, and how the acceptance of suffering can alter the healing process. You’re about to soak in some refreshing truth and much-needed hope for the hard road you’re traveling. And by the time we’re done, you’ll say out loud, “I’m going to make it!” SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/250

How do you know he’s the one? How do you know she’s the girl you’re supposed to marry? How do you really know you’re right for each other? These are the kinds of questions Chelsea and Nick Hurst have heard since over 2 million people began to follow their love story, engagement, and marriage on YouTube. And today, they’re going to dive deeper into the guidance they received, the lessons they learned, and the questions they asked themselves and each other as they navigated the biggest decision of their lives. Their perspective is refreshingly honest and super practical whether you’re married, single, single-again, or know someone who’s about to say, “I do!” SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/249

Pack your bags! You’re coming with me to Melbourne, Florida for a Fresh Grounded Faith conference where we recorded this LIVE! Kelly Minter, Michael O’Brien, and I sat around the bistro table answering questions from the audience! And, wow, did they have some great questions?! We talk about how to manage our expectations, what to do when you feel God is far away, and how to deal with doubt. Kelly also shares why she isn’t married, and I answered several interesting questions about my blindness. It was some really good stuff, and now, you get to join us! Pull up your chair to the bistro, and let’s spill the beans. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/248

Exhausted. Burned out. Stressed. Overwhelmed. Many of us try to fit our lengthy to-do lists into our already-packed schedules but simply run out of time. It seems the only solution is to add more hours to the day—if only that were possible. But what if we didn’t need more time? What if we chose to spend our time differently? Best-selling author, podcaster, and busy mom of six, Crystal Paine, shares the strategies and systems she uses to maximize her time and energy. She’ll teach you a four-step system for choosing how to spend your time and introduce a mindset to guide your decisions. Plus, you’ll learn two questions to ask yourself that just might become your biggest time-saving hack of all! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/247

How do you stay strong when cracks begin to form in your life? Is your faith strong enough to help you stand when life tries to knock you down? Or, are you clinging to the idea that if only the storms of life stayed away, you would be okay? While trouble in life is inevitable, collapse is not! And today, author Alli Patterson will teach you how to build a faith that can withstand anything the world throws at it. She’ll help you take a hard look at the foundation you’re building on and give you three simple rhythms to produce an unshakeable faith. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/246

How can I learn to pray? How can I overcome the same old fears? How can I trust God with the people I love when they don’t believe in Him? Whew! Good questions, right? Well, those are just a few of the questions we’re tackling today as we sit around the bistro table at Fresh Grounded Faith. Authors Margaret Feinberg and Kelly Minter joined me in Springfield, Missouri where we recorded this LIVE as we answered questions from the audience. We had the best time spilling the beans, and now, you can pull up a chair at the bistro too! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/245

How do you know if you’re being called into ministry? And isn’t every Christian called to some extent? So how do you recognize your calling, and then what do you do about it? If you’ve asked any of these questions about God’s calling on your life, you're not the only one! And here’s the good news … today, we have lots of answers! Dr. Scott Pace and Shane Pruitt join us to unpack the kinds of callings there are as well as give you four ways to recognize if you’re being called. Plus, they’ll show you a clear path to move forward in your calling with confidence it’s from the Lord. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/244

In the space between no longer and not yet, is the new now. It’s a place of transition where we can feel so lost and alone. And if a new direction doesn't come right away, it can feel like we're stuck in a cycle of purposeless days. But today, author and Bible teacher Nicki Koziarz will help you find direction for today by shedding light on the types of seasons a transition can bring. She’ll help you embrace where you are right now so you can begin to live well on the road between what was and what will be. While a transition can be scary, it’s also a place where you can live with hopeful anticipation of what God is doing. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/243

Are you getting by on a diet of spiritual junk food? We’re consuming, we’re filling up, we’re taking in, but at the end of the day, our souls are still starving. Well, we don’t have to stay spiritually malnourished anymore. Today, author and teacher Amy Seiffert will help you stop ingesting spiritual junk food and give you three simple and replenishing practices that will deeply satisfy your soul. She’ll invite you to a spiritual diet change that will leave you delightfully content, spiritually healthy, and free to experience the goodness of Jesus. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/242

Do you ever practice self-care? It’s one of those things that’s often pushed aside because we think we don’t have time. Or sometimes it’s avoided entirely with the idea that self-care is selfish. But today's guest, therapist and spiritual director Janice McWilliams, will help you see why self-care is necessary. And you don’t have to wait until you’re exhausted and completely depleted to begin. Instead, you can practice daily, doable self-care using the life of Jesus as a model. You’re about to get some practical counseling insight to help you care for your soul, tame and tackle negative thoughts, and manage stress. So, let’s do it! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/241

It’s time to discover the beautiful truth of how God thinks about you. God doesn't just tolerate you; He loves you fiercely, and His thoughts toward you are full of grace and mercy. Understanding this truth changes everything, my friend! So today, author Lisa Bevere shines a spotlight on God’s audacious love for you. And when you get a glimpse of His love, it will give you a boost of confidence grounded in your identity and your relationship with Him. Get ready for some truth bombs in this conversation that will shift your perspective and help you see God for who He really is—not just for what He does. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/240

Get ready, sister, because we are spilling some fantastic beans today! This was captured LIVE in College Station, Texas, at a Fresh Grounded Faith conference featuring Bible teacher Kelly Minter and singer-songwriter Michael O’Brien. You are about to learn what “fiction vacations” are and how my husband, Phil, proposed to me. Kelly shares the unlikely Bible character she most relates to as well as her (very funny) most embarrassing moment. Then, we’ll give some helpful advice to moms of teenage sons. And finally, I share the hardest thing about blindness, and I can guarantee it’s not what you expect. So, pull up your chair at the bistro, and let’s spill some beans. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/239

Most people are just trying to get through the next 24 hours, much less trying to get through the next storm, the next stress, the next crisis. But today’s guest, author and pastor Daniel Fusco, wants you to know that regardless of what lies ahead, you’re gonna make it! He shares how you can move from fear and worry to unstoppable resilience when life is a mess. And it’s through the promises found in God's Word that you can take the next step, walk in faith, and endure whatever difficulty you face. Jesus never promised a life of ease. He promised to be with us through everything. And that means we can take courage in His promises and persevere in hope. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/238 

Every day we fight battles in our minds, and most of the time, we’re not even aware of the real fight. So, we end up defeated. These negative mindsets limit us by keeping us bound in habits and attitudes—that is, unless we know how to break free of them. Well, today we’re breaking free with author Denise Pass. She’ll teach us the root behind common mental battles, expose key negative mindsets, and help us overcome them using Scripture as we develop the mind of Christ. Destructive thoughts and lies … be warned! You aren’t winning the battle in our minds any longer. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/237

Do you know what it means to lament? It may sound intimidating, but God gave us the practice of lament to help us get emotionally unstuck, connect with Him, and keep our souls healthy. In short, lament prevents soul cement! So today, we are diving into six little verses from Psalm 13 to learn how to lament well. It may sound bleak and messy, but sister, it’s how we process our pain in the presence of the Lord. It’s an important practice because your tears are bound to come, and when they do, you want to be ready to pray through your tears. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/236

In today’s climate of turmoil and uncertainty, complicated feelings run rampant. Yet the God who created your emotions has also given you everything you need to navigate them. Today’s guest, Dr. James Merritt is going to help you understand and apply the Bible’s practical guidance for handling difficult emotions, including jealousy, anxiety, rage, and loneliness. He explains that you can rely on God and His promises, and that means you can trust Him with your feelings, your fears, and your whole self. Your emotions are not the boss of you, sister, and you can learn how to deal with how you feel! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/235

Does your relationship with food make you feel guilty, confused, and frustrated? Or does food feel like a God-given blessing to you? Or perhaps you bounce back and forth between those two feelings. Well, if this is you, you’re not alone! Author and Bible teacher Erin Davis has experienced all sorts of complicated responses to food. But she has discovered that the Bible celebrates food as a gift, while at the same time, it invites us to surrender every area of our lives … including what we put on our plates. So today, we’re going to enjoy Erin’s fresh perspective on food and uncomplicate our relationship with it. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/234

Okay, my friend, this is the last of three BONUS episodes featuring author and Bible teacher Beth Moore on her memoir, All My Knotted-Up Life. If you didn't get to hear the first two episodes, then stop right here, go back, and listen from the beginning because they will make this episode even more meaningful. In this last episode, we talk about what happened in 2016. You remember! It was full of controversy, challenges, and criticism—it was the Twitter storm that changed everything for Beth and her ministry as she knew it. She also shares about her departure from her lifelong denomination and why she was willing to risk what it may cost. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/bethmoore

This is the second of three BONUS episodes featuring author and Bible teacher Beth Moore on her memoir, All My Knotted-Up Life. If you missed the first one, be sure to go back and listen now. It’s so good! On this second episode, we talk about what was happening behind the scenes with her marriage and how her past was beginning to show up and really dog her. And, for the very first time, she shares about her husband, Keith, and the trauma he experienced as a child. Plus, she’ll take us through the testing on her life that almost took her down. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/bethmoore

Hey 4:13er! Do I have a gift for you?! Author and Bible teacher Beth Moore is on the podcast today and is talking about her brand new memoir, All My Knotted-Up Life. We had so much to talk about that I had to break up our conversation into three episodes. So, this is the first of three BONUS episodes and it’s where Beth shares her fears about writing this book. You’ll hear how she received her call to vocational ministry many years ago, as well as get a glimpse into her broken past. This is just the beginning of a great conversation that you are going to love, so let’s do it! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/bethmoore

Depression can feel like a wet blanket that weighs us down or a dark fog that keeps us from seeing clearly. It can lead us to feeling helpless and alone—even to the point of hiding our feelings because we’re afraid of being shamed or misunderstood. But when we’re struggling, we have two choices: we can sink even more deeply into our own sadness or—through God’s grace—we can seek help. And today, help is on the way! Best-selling author Steve Arterburn shares with us practical tools and a proven path to finding healing and joy. So, let the hope begin. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/233

We’re coming to you LIVE from a Fresh Grounded Faith event in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, where we are spilling the beans. Author Angela Thomas Pharr talks about being a single mom of five kids and gives her best advice for single moms. And, sister, it’s not what you may think. Singer-songwriter Meredith Andrews shares her songwriting technique and how to know if you’re living out God‘s purpose for your life. Plus, we all explain how you can endure when you feel stuck in a deep place of deep hurt. It’s just what you need to hear today, so pull up your chair to the bistro table! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/232

When someone gets a cancer diagnosis, they get all sorts of extras like fear, anxiety, and uncertainty right along with it. Well today’s guest, Niki Hardy, had already lost her mom and sister to cancer when she got her own diagnosis of cancer. But she decided early on that she wouldn’t put life on hold because of the dreaded C-word. Instead, she chose to be a thriver, not just a survivor. So, if you’ve received the same diagnosis, or if you love someone who has, then listen in. With wisdom, insight, empathy, and yes, a little humor, Niki will help you transform fear into faith as you navigate the ups and downs of this difficult journey. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/231

As a parent, our role changes after our kids grow up. But, we’re not always ready for this change, especially if our kids choose different—even seemingly wrong—paths. So today, mom and author Mary DeMuth helps us navigate the rocky terrain of parenting adult kids. And if you’re one of many parents in a painful season of trying to reach your wayward child, Mary shares how you can navigate this heartache, develop new rhythms to reconnect with your adult kid, and place your trust in the Lord for your child’s future. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/230

Are you one of the 16 million American women who have left the church in the last decade? There are lots of reasons for this mass exodus. Yet, many of these women still desire a close relationship with God and a deeper spiritual life. Well today, author Ericka Andersen delves into the reasons why women are leaving the church in droves. With gentle insight and thoughtful research, she’ll encourage Christian women who are hurt or disillusioned to consider what the church might still have to offer them and what they can offer the church. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/229

No one is immune from life’s difficulties. Yet many people of faith are reluctant to talk about mental health or seek professional help when they are struggling. So, today on the 4:13, Anthony Evans teams up with licensed therapist Stacy Kaiser to show you what happens when the power of faith intersects with the practicality of therapy. They’ll give you a practical path to manage difficult emotions biblically, discover the power of gratitude on your mental health, and know when it’s time to find a therapist. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/228

Let’s face it … finding deep, meaningful friendships can be hard. So many of us desperately want connection but are confused about why we’re not experiencing it. So today, author Bailey T. Hurley shares how you can build lasting friendships through meaningful and intentional practices. She’ll caution you about the expectations you might bring into your friendships, as well as give you some practical tools for finding the friends you long for. You’ll see that it is possible to grow deep and valuable friendships at any age and even in the midst of your busy life. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/227

KC and I were just chatting about what we’ve learned in 2022, and it was so good that we wanted to share it with you too! I’ll tell you all about how I’ve learned to trust my gut, have more confidence in God, and focus on Heaven. And KC shares how he learned about the importance of prayer, setting boundaries, taking care of your body, and cleaning out your thought closet. Good stuff! If you’re in the midst of learning these lessons too, you’ll want to listen in. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/thingslearned22

You’re not going to believe this, but we have a letter from God. And KC is going to read this letter over your life. As one year comes to a close and another unfolds before us, be encouraged by these gentle, comforting, and truthful words from your Heavenly Father who loves you. I pray His words will wash over you and lead you into the new year knowing that you are loved, you are accepted, and you are complete. Happy New Year! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/226

Merry Christmas, 4:13ers! This is an audio Christmas card to brighten your day and let you know how much we love you. We’ve got some of your favorite friends from the 4:13 who want to give you their Christmas greetings! But if the loss of a loved one has made this season hard for you, be encouraged. We’re sharing a beautiful song from Craig Aven that will bring you much comfort and joy. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/225

It’s not a matter of “if” the storms of life will come, but “when.” Yet in our isolated culture, lots of people are cut off from genuine help when the storm hits. Their helplessness leads to hopelessness, and without hope, they lose their sense of purpose. But here’s the good news: Christ offers hope! And today’s guest, Grace Fox, shares how to weather life’s storms with hope. Oh, and as a woman who lives on a sailboat, Grace knows a thing or two about weathering life’s storms! You’ll learn that although you can’t prevent the storm, you can prepare for it, and you can let faith—instead of fear—be your guide. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/224

We’ve all seen the memes that fill our screens: “Live your truth.” “Follow your heart.” “You only live once.” Or how about this one, “You are enough!” They sound nice and positive, right? But what if these slogans are actually lies that unhinge us from reality and leave us anxious and exhausted? Well, today, author Alisa Childers will help you examine these modern lies that are disguised as truths in our culture. She’ll help you know how to stand for the truth in a world obsessed with their truth and empower you to live the way your Creator designed. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/223

Can you behave right when someone treats you wrong? It’s hard, isn’t it? We feel hurt, and when we’re hurt, we feel the impulse to either retaliate or run in the other direction. But there’s a way—a biblical and better way—to behave right when someone treats you wrong. And the reason you want to do it is not necessarily because the other person deserves it, but because you inherit a blessing when you do. So, let’s find out what to do when someone does you wrong and how you can do it right. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/222

Happy Thanksgiving, my friend! KC and I are just popping in to tell you we’re thankful for YOU. We want your heart to be as full as your tummy, so we’re taking just a few minutes to speak blessings over you this weekend. It’s our prayer for you and for all of our 4:13 family! So pause, stop what you’re doing, take a deep breath, and receive these blessings. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/221

Are you feeling aimless or confused as you face a new season of life? Well, if that is you, it’s time to start dreaming again. Authors Shayne Moore and Carolyn Castleberry Hux know from experience how difficult it can be to navigate this second half of life territory. The transition can be tough, but they’ll give you the building blocks you need for getting unstuck and finding renewed joy and purpose in the second half of life. Sounds good, right? Well, get ready! You’re about to discover a new source of energy, significance, and joy for your next season. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/220

What if you started living with excited anticipation of what God is up to next? Would you live differently? What if no matter what life threw at you, you saw it all through a lens of hope, optimism, and trust in God? Well today, author James Barnett reveals how you can move from a life of worry and fear to a life full of anticipation of what God is doing. He’ll give you three little words that will shift your perspective and help you see beyond your circumstances. So, look up 4:13ers! Blue skies are in your future. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/219

We are all looking for peace, right? When it comes down to it though, what keeps us from experiencing peace is either living in the past or living for the future. We bounce back and forth between rehashing a past we can't change and worrying about a future we can’t control. And the result? We miss what God has for us here and now. But today, author Jeanne Stevens shows us the shockingly simple path to peace: Presence. She’ll help you slow down, center yourself, and ask the all-important question, “What's here now?” SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/218

According to recent polls, 65% of Americans feel like the unsettled times has spun them into an identity crisis, 68% feel defeated; 61% feel alone, and 48% feel hopeless. How in the world can our souls flourish with those kinds of statistics? Well today, author, speaker, pastor, and theologian Dominic Done will reveal seven gifts God has provided for the health of your soul. He’ll cast a much-needed vision of hope, showing us who God says we already are, no matter how we may feel. It’s time to find purpose, grow in self-awareness, and move forward in your relationship with God, so let the flourishing begin! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/217

Have you ever felt alone after losing a job, a dream, a loved one, or even just your sense of purpose? When we face uncertainty and our sense of security is turned upside down, it’s natural to ask, “God, where are You?” But today, you’ll be reminded that wherever you are and whatever you’re going through, God is right by your side and nothing can separate you from His love. Singer-songwriter Matthew West joins me on the podcast, and he’ll encourage you that God stays with us through each and every season of our lives. Plus, the guy is hilarious, so get ready to get blessed. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/216

We all live with some sort of longing—a gap between the life we want and the life we actually have. As we navigate this gap, we try to hang on to the hope that God will change our circumstances or fulfill our desires. For some, those prayers are answered. Yet for others, the longing persists, making us weary at best and debilitated at worst. So, how do you find joy in this life when it isn’t the life you hoped for? Author and Bible teacher, Elizabeth Woodson, shares how you can find joyful living in that gap. She’ll take us to the Old Testament book of Joshua where we’ll learn to accept reality, find contentment, and live with joy. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/215

We’re spilling some beans today on the podcast, and we’re doing it from Little Rock, Arkansas where we recently had a Fresh Grounded Faith conference. Author Kelly Minter and singer-songwriter Meredith Andrews joined me at the event, and during our Q&A, they gave such wise and compassionate answers to some really tough questions from the audience. Questions about how to deal with silence from God, how to fit in as a single woman in the church, and how to know your purpose in life. Oh, girl, our time at the bistro table was rich and meaningful, and we saved you a seat! So, pull up a chair, and let’s spill some beans. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/214

In a world driven by constant productivity, we’re seeing a lot more burnout than balance, right? Well, today, you’re going to get five steps to a more beautiful, balanced life from author Whitney English. She’ll share with you the H.E.A.R.T. system to help you better understand yourself and what you’re capable of, not by tracking and measuring everything to death, but by starting at the very beginning with your basic needs. The framework she follows is so practical, and it will help and empower you as you try to manage all your people, your responsibilities, and the talents God has given you. It’s time to break free from the cycle of chaos, confusion, and burnout, and instead make each day more manageable and meaningful. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/213

Do you feel like you have to be the best at everything? The best mom. The best wife. The best sandwich-maker. Or even the best Christian? Today’s guest, author Scarlet Hiltibidal, knows exactly what it’s like to constantly strive for perfection. For Scarlet, trying to be the best at pretty much everything was her life story. But now, she has learned to give up on perfect and embraced grace instead. We’re about to stare our less-than-perfect selves straight in the face and feel the weight of just how absurdly and glaringly off the mark we actually are! And then, we’ll get to experience the freedom of grace! It’s time to stop trying to be perfect and start walking with the One who really is perfect. And as we do, we will be changed for the better. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/212

Kathie Lee Gifford is on the podcast today, and you’re going to love this conversation. We talk about how the ancient stories from the Bible continue to offer life, hope, and direction for today. She creates a compelling case for the God of the Bible by merging the ancient with the modern, giving you some historical and cultural insights that will open your eyes—and your heart—to see God and the Bible as never before. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/kathieleegifford

Peace is not passive, my friend, peace is a practice. When you take in all the grace available to you and let go of what is outside your control, you'll discover peace regardless of your circumstances. All it takes is practice! Today, author, poet, and artist Morgan Harper Nichols invites you to become a peacemaker in your own life, starting right where you are. It’s time to let go of regret over the past, drop that fear of the future, and face life with the calm confidence God intended. So, let peace like a river begin to flow in your life! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/211

In a culture that’s obsessed with love and romance, why are there so many women not enjoying satisfying, long-term relationships? Today you’ll hear from Girl Defined Ministries co-founder, Bethany Beal, who will unpack God's original design for romance. She’ll address today’s popular hook-up culture, common dating mistakes, appropriate physical boundaries, and if it’s possible to experience your own happily ever after. So, if you’re single, single again, or wanting to encourage a single woman in your life, you’ll appreciate this Christ-centered perspective for the modern woman. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/210

You may have heard Katy Nichole's song, “In Jesus Name (God of Possible),” but what you may not realize is the painful story behind this beautiful song. Katy found herself in a season of suffering as she battled chronic pain, feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, depression, and even contemplation of suicide. In her struggle, she became angry with God, but that’s when He reminded her that He is faithful. God renewed her hope as she cried out to Him, and He gave her the words of this song as an encouragement to her own spirit. But now, she shares these words as an encouragement to you too! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/katynichole

There was one more thing I wanted you to hear in my conversation with Dr. Juli Slattery about submission and power in marriages. It's super practical about how to manage differing opinions and responsibilities in a relationship, and it’s just too good to miss! So, if you’ve ever wondered who should do what in a marriage—or if you’ve ever felt underappreciated in your role—then you’ll want to listen in to Juli’s last bit of insight. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/209

Lots of women feel lost in their marriages. They don't know what to do with their disappointment, when to ask for help, or what it looks like to let go of the need to control. And then there’s the s-word … submission! How are we supposed to go about that? Well today, psychologist Dr. Juli Slattery gently guides us in seeing how a woman’s attempt to manage or fix the messiness of marriage may actually undermine the very connection she wants to build. You'll learn about the surprising power a woman holds in a relationship and how you can use this power well in your marriage. We’re tackling the hard stuff on the podcast today, so get ready for some straight talk to the sisters! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/209

On this Good Life episode, I’m taking you to my room of peace—my office! This is where I write, research, think, pray, and ponder what the Lord has been teaching me. Even though I can’t see it with my eyes, it matters to me what’s in it because it reminds me of the good life God has given me. And this audio tour just might inspire you to do the same thing—perhaps with a room in your home—but primarily in your heart. So, take a deep breath, relax, and as you take in the sights and sounds of your surroundings, filter them through the lens of God’s goodness. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/goodlife5

Three years ago, Shauna Niequist, her husband, and two sons moved from the midwest to an 825-square-foot apartment in Manhattan. Adjustment to their new big-city life was difficult, so what started as a family mantra, “I guess I haven’t learned that yet,” became the permission and freedom she desperately needed to relearn how life could be. Shauna joins us today and shares how to keep going, live lightly, and find healing in the face of major life transitions—no matter what they are. She’ll teach you the first steps to uncluttering your heart and will help you see that it’s okay to say, “I don’t know!” SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/208

This is another Good Life episode where I share with you moments and memories that make me smile—moments from my good life! In these audio pictures, you’ll hear what power, beauty, and gratefulness sound like. You’ll hear the sounds of summer and the sweetness of a child. You’ll hear peace in the midst of chaos, and trust through the unknown. Sister, these are the sounds of the good life. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/goodlife4

Do you long to see hurts healed, wrongs corrected, and distrust replaced with trust in each other? The good news is that the Bible has a lot to say about how to heal what divides us. Author and pastor, Derwin Gray, joins us on the podcast and walks us through Scripture, showing how God—from the beginning—envisioned a reconciled multiethnic family that reflected His beauty through diversity in the world. But is it possible for us to experience this kind of unity today? Derwin and I discuss how we can help heal our racial divide, and you’ll appreciate his honest approach, biblical wisdom, and practical insights on this sensitive topic. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/207

Today the microphone has been flipped around in the podcast closet, and instead of me asking the questions and interviewing a special guest, I’m going to be the one who’s interviewed. Doesn’t that sound fun? My good friend, Paula Voris, joins me and asks all kinds of questions about what we can learn from the Old Testament book of Amos. I mean … why would anyone study the book of Amos, and does it even apply to us today? Well, this conversation is going to introduce you to this minor prophet who brought forth a major message from God. His prophecy is packed with practical truths for how to live, and today we’re simply going to scratch the surface! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/flipthemic1

Is it just me, or sometimes are you just not quite sure you know how to pray? Well, I found something in the ancient Old Testament book of Amos that gives a great framework for how to pray, and you are going to love it. Today you’ll learn three ways to pray that will boost your confidence, draw you closer to God, and guarantee that God hears you. Plus, you’ll get a free Scripture prayer download to help you pray like Amos. You’ll be guided to pray for revelation and wisdom, strength and endurance for the ones you love. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/206

This is another Good Life episode where I share with you moments in time that make me smile—moments from my good life! And today, I’m taking you with me to my happy place, Oxford, England! Since I’m blind and can’t enjoy visual pictures of my trips, I take “audio pictures,” which are simply audio recordings of a special place, moment, or memory that I want to capture. Then I’m able to take that voice memo with me, listen to it over and over, and picture it in my mind’s eye. As I listen to these recordings and recall the moments I want to cherish, I’m also reminded of the goodness of God and His presence in my life. You’ll get a glimpse of God’s goodness too as you listen in, and I pray they help you see how you can live the good life too. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/goodlife3

Humility is a spiritual superpower that we just don’t talk about enough. And often it’s because we just don’t understand it. We may think if we’re humble, then we may be walked on or overlooked. But humility is not just an attribute or an attitude, it’s an action—a powerful and profound force that can change you and change the world around you. So, today I’m going to reframe humility for you based on the book of Amos. That’s right, sister! Flip back in your Bible to the Old Testament and dust off this minor prophet because embedded deep within the book of Amos are such practical truths about how to live the God-life, which is actually the good life. And humility is a big theme. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/205

Get ready for another Good Life episode to celebrate the upcoming release of my latest Bible study, Amos: An Invitation to the Good Life. I’m giving you just a glimpse of what makes my life good, and today on the podcast, we’re taking a trip! But would you call your trip “good” if it included driving over 2000 miles, constant rain, flooding at the campsite, broken air conditioner, a flat tire, and running out of gas? I know it sounds miserable, but it was GOOD, and you’ll understand why after listening to this podcast. So, climb into the Barbie camper with me and listen in to what it’s like to live the good life, even in not-so-good circumstances. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/goodlife2

Culture is always trying to convince you that “life balance” is possible. Everything you see is pushing the narrative that you can put equal work into careers, family, friends, faith, and self-care. But what if life isn’t about balancing all the things you do, but about doing what matters most? Today, you’ll get a practical guide for doing what matters most in a get-things-done world. Authors, Michelle Myers and Somer Phoebus will open the door to a countercultural, gospel-centered conversation about the intersection of modern womanhood and work. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/204

To celebrate the upcoming release of my latest Bible study, Amos: An Invitation to the Good Life, I’ve put together some BONUS episodes that I’m calling “Good Life Episodes” because—as you’ll learn in the study—the book of Amos is inviting you to the God life, and God life is the good life. So, in these Good Life Episodes, I’m sharing with you some things that make my life good. And one of the things that makes my life very good is Lionel Richie! I recently attended one of his concerts, and today I’m sharing with you just a few clips of me singing with Lionel. Turn it up, sing along, and let’s live the good life together! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/goodlife1

Benny Tate never faced a time that wasn’t filled with obstacles. The odds were completely stacked against him in so many ways. Yet in every crisis, God was there to redeem his pain into purpose, transforming Benny’s life into a living testament to His power. And today, Benny shares how he overcame the odds and how you can too. He’ll help you to never see yourself as the victim of your own life, but as a victor, because God has already given you victory! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/203

Amber Lia used to be a college athlete and recreational bodybuilder, but after 10 years of marriage and five pregnancies, she realized she was among the 74% of people who are considered overweight, according to the CDC. Well, Amber went on a journey to reclaim her health, one unhealthy pattern at a time. And today, she’ll help us do the same. Amber shares practical strategies to help you leave behind feelings of defeat, overcome food triggers, and embrace healthy habits. She’ll explain how, with God’s grace, you can win the spiritual tug-of-war between bad patterns and good habits, which is the ultimate food fight. Are you ready? We’re about to exchange our unhealthy patterns for God-honoring habits! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/202

On this BONUS episode of the podcast, you’ll get to hear from Max McLean, the actor who played C.S. Lewis in the movie, The Most Reluctant Convert: The Untold Story of C.S. Lewis. I’m an unashamed, unabashed, unrelenting, and slightly unhinged fan of C.S. Lewis, so I’m over-the-top excited to share this conversation with you! We talk all about the film, Max’s journey in his portrayal of my favorite dead author, and how C.S. Lewis’ legacy serves as an inspiration to all of us. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/maxmclean

Are you a Mary or a Martha? It would be difficult to find an American Christian woman who has not struggled to be more like Mary, the Christ-follower who sat at Jesus’s feet while her overworked sister, Martha, labored in the kitchen. So what if you’re a Martha? Is that okay? This often quoted Bible story from Luke 10 seems to suggest that wanting to serve, achieve, and accomplish things as Martha did was wrong. But that’s not the case. There’s nothing wrong with being productive and getting things done. Author Katie Reid will remove the guilt from all of the doers out there who feel less spiritual than their laid-back, easygoing friends. She’ll help you embrace your God-given, go-getter personality as well as discover how—and when—to rest and retreat. You’ll learn that you can be a doer while still resting in God’s presence! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/201

Growing up as a Chinese American daughter of a mail-order bride and a busboy in San Francisco’s Chinatown, Bonnie Gray never felt like she belonged. She spent her childhood hiding “Chinese Bonnie” who lived in a dysfunctional home in poverty, so she could be accepted as cheerful “American Bonnie” who lived a life that looked like everybody else’s. Bonnie joins me on the podcast today, and you’ll hear how she made peace with her past and how it has changed everything about her future. As she was trying to throw away pieces of her past—the ones she thought no one wanted—she discovered God was tenderly gathering all the broken fragments to build a new story of faith and joy. It’s only when we learn to embrace the truth of our past that we can finally make sense of our present and celebrate what truly matters. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/200

Bonnie Gray and I weren’t done talking when Episode 200 ended, so here’s the rest of the conversation. It’s all about being okay with ourselves and cheerleaders for each other. In the earlier episode, we were discussing why we choose the color of our clothing—and more specifically why Bonnie felt ashamed to wear pink. But then, our conversation went in a direction I didn’t expect. As we wrapped up, we talked about choosing honesty over comfort and how that can lead to freedom and peace. And it was just so rich that I simply had to share it. Listen in… SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/200

When you look in the mirror, do you love the skin you’re in? For most of us, that seems impossible. And even if we do accept our bodies, does that mean we’re abandoning any effort to improve? Oh, girl, this thought process is enough to drive anyone crazy! It’s confusing and takes up way too much space in our heads and hearts. So today, we are going to make this a non-issue! Author Jennifer Taylor Wagner will show you how to overcome negative feelings about your body. And it starts with your mind—realizing you have a good body because it’s the one God gave you. You’ll be challenged in the way you think about health and wellness, and you’ll learn that your worth and value aren’t tied to your size. So, let’s get to it! It’s time to go from loathing to loving your body. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/199

We all want to know how to talk to God and get answers to our prayers. Yet lots of us struggle to pray and are convinced we’re doing it wrong. So is there a secret to talking with God? Well, according to today’s guest, there is. Author and seminary professor, Kyle DiRoberts, shares the secret to prayer and reveals the impact of humility on your prayers. He’ll also give you practical ways to connect with God as the heroes of the faith did. And the result? A more vibrant, unstuck prayer life! You’ll learn that just because you don’t get it right doesn’t mean you’ve got the whole thing wrong, especially when it leads to a more intimate relationship with God. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/198

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word “unclutter”? Is it your house? Well today, you’ll learn to unclutter something far more important … your soul. And, just like your house, sometimes we need to get in there, sort through it, and toss the things that weigh us down. Author Trina McNeilly joins me on the podcast and invites you to take a closer look at where the home really is—your soul—where the throws of life leave us feeling anxious and overwhelmed. She’ll share how decluttering your life from the inside out leads to freedom as you create more space for peace and joy. So, it’s time to clean out some internal clutter! Let's do it together... SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/197

So many of us struggle to create space in our daily routines for time with God. We want to feel close to Him, but we’re wondering, “How do I create a quiet space in my chaotic schedule? Why is this so hard? Am I the only one?” Well, my friend, you are not the only one. Author Naomi Vacaro, creator of the Quiet Time Companion journal, gives you hope and a unique solution for creating—and maintaining—a quiet-time habit. In this episode, you’ll learn that having daily time with God is simple, attractive, and doable no matter what season of life you’re in. So, it’s time to get out of ruts and into some grace-based habits. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/196

In a busy world full of distractions, an intimate relationship with the Holy Spirit is more important than ever. But for many, the Holy Spirit seems vague and even a little confusing. Today, author Becky Thompson is back on the 4:13 to invite you into a closer relationship with the Holy Spirit. She’ll unpack who He is and how He moves. And you’ll learn how to recognize His voice and discern when God is leading you. The Holy Spirit doesn’t only attend certain church services or speak only to certain people. Oh no, my friend! He is with you right now, so let’s learn about who He is and how to hear His voice. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/195

I hung out in the podcast closet with two 20-somethings, Nico and Mary, who work at our ministry. They asked lots of great questions common to every 20-something, including questions about dating, marriage, identity, planning their future, being honest about their sin, and simply getting through the decade of their 20’s. I loved their questions because, in all actuality, the responses they received apply to any woman at any age! So, if you’re in your 20’s or ANY decade that follows, you’ll find this conversation so helpful. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/20somethings

In a world that applauds self-improvement, anxiety levels are at an all-time high. We feel pressure to lead, pressure to be productive, pressure to seize the day, and if you’re a parent … the pressure to parent well around the clock. Well, today’s guest, best-selling author, Ruth Chou Simons found herself squarely situated in that same camp, knowing there had to be a better way of living than the world’s ever-changing, never-enough standard. In this episode, Ruth will guide you to freedom from the never-ending quest for self-improvement and give you the truth that can change everything. It’s time to drop that never-ending search for adequacy and receive grace instead. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/194

Every single day, someone in your world is thinking about choosing suicide. It isn’t just one or two people, but ten million Americans will consider killing themselves in the upcoming year. Today’s guest, Dr. Matthew Sleeth, believes Christians—and our churches—can be the first to offer hope. As a physician and minister, Dr. Sleeth will give you the practical and spiritual tools you need to help those who are wrestling with suicidal thoughts. Jesus said He came to give us life and today, we get to be part of His mission. This was an honest and surprisingly hopeful conversation, so I can’t wait for you to hear it... SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/193

What if it’s not the hard roads that slay us, but instead, the unmet expectations of what we thought the road would be that takes us down? Well, if you’re facing obstacle after obstacle on the way to your dreams—if you’re smack dab in the middle of your own impossible—today’s guest will give you the fresh perspective you need. Best-selling author and my friend, Ann Voskamp, will help you discover that finding the way through is actually about finding a way of life. She’ll give you six habits that will help you get through any hard day or season, and they’ll lead you to what your soul needs most. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/192

We need each other! None of us are designed to do this life alone, without support, without community. But sometimes we just don’t know how to get over our self-reliance and get honest with others. So, today, we’re going to learn from author and podcast host, Heather McFadyen, on how to not mom alone! But her insight isn’t just for moms; this applies to whoever you are and whatever you do. She’ll dive into the importance of community—even when community doesn’t come naturally—and you’ll also get tips on how to grow authentic friendships as an adult. Plus, Heather will debunk the myth that there is a good mom formula. There’s no such formula, sister, and some of you need to hear that. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/191

Why is it so hard to pray without getting distracted? And why don’t I have this prayer thing figured out by now? Well, if you’ve ever asked these questions, you are in the right place. A vibrant, unstuck prayer life can begin for you right now. Today, author and prayer journal creator, Valerie Woerner, will give you the tips and inspiration you need to pray boldly to the God who loves you. We’re talking about praying with focus, being too busy to pray, and how prayer is a conversation. Even now, my friend, God is inviting you to come sit with Him, share your heart’s needs, and simply know Him. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/190

Join me in St. Louis, Missouri, for a Fresh Grounded Faith conference with former “Facts of Life” actress, Lisa Whelchel. She’ll take you way back to when she was a Mouseketeer and even do an impromptu ventriloquism bit from her Disney days. She’ll talk about what it was like to be on “Survivor” and how grace can totally change your life. Plus, I share about the impact of doubt and fear on our faith, my depression, and how I raised my boys with blindness. And, former lead singer of Newsong, Michael O’Brien, gets real honest about leaving his life of drugs and how he stayed clean in those early days. He’ll even break out in song! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/189

We may not have carved an image to worship lately, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have idols in our lives. In fact, our idols are much more subtle. I had an interesting conversation about this very topic with author and Bible teacher, Jen Wilkin, while in the green room at a Lifeway Women Live event. And, we even had a cameo from Jackie Hill Perry right in the middle of it!  We’re talking about idols and single-hearted worship and leaving all the trappings of Egypt behind. This is a straight up Bible teacher giving some straight up biblical wisdom. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/188

For billions of people around the world—and for me—Heaven is an awe-inspiring place. But there are so many who doubt that Heaven exists and question if there’s life after death. Well, today we get to hear proof from investigative author and theologian, Lee Strobel, as he makes a case for Heaven. He’ll explore the evidence for an afterlife as he addresses mankind’s biggest fear: death. Plus, you’ll get three reasons that you can know Heaven is real. And if you’re someone who believes—without a doubt—that Heaven is real, then you’re in for a treat! This episode will affirm your faith and give you even greater anticipation of what’s to come! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/heavenisreal

Do you want to make a difference with your life but feel inadequate to the task or limited by your everyday responsibilities? You, my friend, have incredible influence, and today you’ll learn what it means to own it. When you live a lifestyle of leadership, it turns the mundane into meaningful and the small into significant. Today, Author Bobi Ann Allen will help you define what it means to live out your purpose, and she’ll even help you create a mission statement. So, if you feel trapped by the demands of life, you are about to discover purpose in the middle of your ordinary life. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/187

We are spilling some sizzling hot beans today with Nicole C. Mullen and Jo Dee Messina. Nicole answers a tender question about how a white woman should approach a black woman, and Jo Dee gets honest about her marriage and her faith, and how to start reading the Bible if you, like her, are new to it. Plus, we answer a tough question about suicide, share our role models from the Bible, and give some advice to our younger selves. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/186

Do you ever feel like you just don’t have enough time, and you can’t figure out how to get everything done? According to today’s guest, it doesn’t have to be this way! Author and business coach, Christy Wright says finding true life balance is possible. Christy reveals the main reasons we feel out of balance and how to combat that problem. She also lays out the path to balance that anyone can walk in order to ditch distractions and focus on what really matters. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/185

Rebekah Lyons spent years battling fear, anxiety, and panic until she found freedom and surrendering her yes to God. From moving to New York City with young children to adopting a child with Down syndrome, Rebekah learned that saying yes to God is the best way to live free. Today, Rebekah will help you move from striving and fear to freedom, joy, and rest. She'll share her own rescue journey from fear to freedom, and she’ll encourage you to be your bravest self, knowing that God sustains and upholds you. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/184

Hey, 4:13ers! I just finished recording a podcast episode with my good friend, Ann Voskamp, about her newest book, Waymaker. This podcast episode will be posted in a few weeks, but our conversation was just so good that I couldn’t wait for you to hear what she had to say. So, here’s a BONUS episode as an appetizer for what’s to come! Ann talks about what to do if you’re having a hard day, a hard year, or a hard season of life, and she’s going to share with you how Jesus is our waymaker. He’s not the way around your struggles or the way to avoid them … He’s the way through them! This episode will sound a little different than normal, because instead of hearing from me, you’ll hear just a few clips from Ann that I want you to ponder and allow to soak into your heart. It’s like a devotional to give you a few minutes of peace and inspiration as you listen to Ann’s beautiful words of wisdom. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/waymaker

How did you do it? Dr. Debbye Turner Bell heard that question countless times during her reign as Miss America. Everybody wanted to know how, in her words, "this little black girl from Jonesboro, Arkansas" ended up winning one of the most iconic titles in the world. She realized the question wasn’t about process but possibility. People wanted to know how they, too, could overcome the odds and find success, especially when life throws them tons of struggle. Today, Dr. Debbye Turner Bell shares her story plus gives you honest cautions about choices that could trip you up. And she’ll also give you strategies that will help give you the edge you need to be your best you. What you're about to hear is that courageous faith is the answer, no matter what the question. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/183

Since LifeWay Women is doing my Take Courage Bible Study this spring as their Online Bible Study, I thought an encore of episode #92 would be a great way to get you started. Plus, you're invited to join the Online Bible Study with LifeWay Women. During the study, you'll get free access to my 7 Take Courage teaching videos plus get to be part of an amazing community of women just like you. Head to the show notes for all the details! Alright, here we go ... If we don’t take God at His Word, we won’t take courage in this life. If we don’t take His promises seriously, we’ll take opposition and obstacles way too seriously. The problems we face will devastate us, the struggles we experience will discourage us, and the failures and frustration will defeat us. That’s why we need to learn courage and live courage. Today, you'll get three biblical choices to help you take courage no matter what you face. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/182

Everyone thinks you've got it together. But inside you're asking, "Am I enough?" No matter how good we may look to others, the nagging voice of self-doubt is hard to shake.    Well, today, it's time to get honest about self-doubt, and then kick it to the curb! Author Erica Wiggenhorn will draw from the story of Moses—the greatest self-doubter in the Bible—to show us how self-doubt is tied closely to self-reliance. You'll learn how to stomp on that nagging doubt and step out on God's power, not relying on your own.   SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/181

Today on the 4:13, I'm spilling the beans with some of my favorite people. And since you are one of my favorites, too, I want you to join us. Liz Curtis Higgs, Michael O'Brien, and Tammy Trent joined me in Chattanooga, and we had a great conversation.    Tammy Trent lost her husband to a drowning accident, and she shares what she prays when she is at her lowest. I was asked if I ever got mad at God because of blindness, and I'll share with you my answer. Liz Curtis Higgs talks about living out her faith with her family. Michael O'Brien talks about everything from marriage to if he wrote the song, "Christmas Shoes. And finally, I'll share how I never planned to write a Psalm 23 Bible study!    SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/180

Have you ever felt like you are barely holding on? Some days, some seasons are just hard and no matter how much we know we need to chin up and soldier on, we often just want to let go.    Today, Sheila Walsh is candidly and vulnerably sharing her personal struggles with mental health and how, especially during the pandemic, those struggles threatened to overwhelm her.   In this episode, this beloved author and broadcaster will describe the issues that plagued her, the promises and miracles she clings to, and the practical strategies that have helped her.    And those strategies can help you, too, my friend, no matter what you face. So, if you're barely hanging on, don't let go yet. Hope is on the way!   SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/179

Hey, 4:13ers! KC had two BIG events take place in December—one planned and one not. On this Behind the Scenes episode, KC talks about his car accident that took place just a few days before his mom’s wedding. And it was a serious accident, my friends! We’re not talking about a little fender bender over here. Well, because you’re part of our 4:13 family, I want you to hear from our brother and friend as he has much to celebrate and be thankful for—within the good and the bad! KC’s story is honest and funny and sweet, and it will inspire you to trust God in every chapter of your story. Plus, KC will pray over you at the end of this spontaneous episode. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/bts6

Hope Carpenter nearly destroyed her family, her church, and her ministry by living a double life—but then God did something miraculous. Out of her brokenness, He made something beautiful.    In this episode, Hope will tell her story while she helps you understand your own. She'll give you practical steps to recover from mistakes and get on a path of honesty and healing.    SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/178

The world wants you to believe a person, product, or lifestyle can bring you fulfillment. Even as a Christian, it's easy to fall for these empty promises and find yourself frustrated when they don't deliver.    So, how can you experience soul-deep peace that endures beyond the sugar rush of earthly distractions?    In this episode, bestselling author Phil Waldrep will help you find the meaning God wants for your life. As you examine the principles of Christlike joy, you'll understand the unique purpose God gave only to you.   Plus, he'll give you three habits you can start today that will brighten your outlook and uplift your spirit.    SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/177

Life is full of hard things. Loss, betrayal, hurt, disappointment, pain, and anger. In a world riddled by these things, and still reeling from a global pandemic, we may ask, how can life really be good?   When author Lisa Whittle lost her beloved dad, she found herself asking the same question, and eventually learning that there is good, even in the hard.   So, if you're fighting the temptation to shut down when life feels hard, Lisa will give you a reason to show up for what God is doing in your life. Today, you'll get a practical roadmap to navigate life when it's hard. And you'll discover God's purpose in the hard good.   SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/176

On episode 175, we talked about growing slow. In this bonus episode, Jennifer Dukes Lee is jumping back on with three practical steps to help you unhurry your heart.    SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/175

We long to make a break from the fast pace of life. But, if we're honest, we're afraid of what we'll miss if we do. Yet when going big and hustling hard leaves us stressed, empty, and out of sorts, perhaps this can be our cue to step into a far more satisfying, sustainable pace. Today, author Jennifer Dukes Lee will show you a path to unhurried living by teaching you the ancient art of growing slow.    SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/175

We’ve made it to a New Year! And we want this year to be 365 days of joy. So, KC and I are dropping a joy bomb into your heart today! Joy is a supernatural force that can fuel this coming year. So, we’ll talk about how to get it and how to protect it from joy thieves. And we will laugh a lot along the way. It's time to stop what you’re doing or let us do it with you because you need to get your joy on with me and KC! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/174

We want you to just pause and let this audio Christmas card we put together last year bless you today. It includes our families wishing you Merry Christmas plus Michael O’Brien singing some beautiful carols and Christmas songs over you. We love you our 4:13 family and we wish you the merriest, most blessed Christmas! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/173

This may be an odd spin on Christmas ... but I want to share a letter with you that was written December 19, 1944. It was written by Dietrich Bonhoeffer. And it will inspire you to face anything this season or this new year with faith. Plus, I actually put the words of this inspiring letter of his to music, and I’ll sing it over you at the end of this episode! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/172

After almost 14 years of marriage, Leeana Tankersley walked into a counseling appointment with her husband, prepared to fight for their marriage. Halfway through the appointment, she came to realize that no amount of logic or emotion could stop the inevitable. Overcome with numbness and disappointment, Leeana entered a new season that would reveal God’s antidote for her darkness: hope. Today, Leeana will share her story and show you how to move from despair into a rediscovery of hope. My friend, you can have a hard-won hope that is not dependent on "happy endings." SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/171

Do you control your feelings, or do your feelings control you? Lots of us let guilt, anger, or self-criticism be the boss of us. And it just messes up everything. You may say to yourself, “I need to get over it,” or “I’ve got to stop thinking that way.” But you probably know it rarely works and, in fact, it can make things worse. Well, today, you’re going to get some calm for that inner turmoil with our guest, author and Christian counselor Alison Cook, Ph.D. She’ll give you a practical and doable way to bring peace to your overwhelming emotions and teach you how to set boundaries for your soul. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/170

We all face issues that try to rob us of our joy—anxiety, loneliness and discontentment just to name a few. Well, today, author and podcaster Alysa Bethke will help you recognize them for what they are: distractions.   You know, with all of its expectations and contradictions, this world can take a major toll on us. Be fit, but not too skinny .Work and hustle but stay home and be a good mom. Be wild and free,while tidy and pure. Be a good wife but be independent. It can be exhausting! Well, today you can unwind and just settle into what it means to be satisfied and find contentment right where you are.    SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/169

There is just something about an empty nest. Sometimes you can’t decide whether you feel grief or delight. You’re caught between wanting to hold on to the past and letting go to grab your new freedom. Empty nesting can be a disorienting time, but it can also become the best season of your life, if you’ll let it. Today author Jill Savage will guide you through this unpredictable season. She’ll teach you what you need to let go of and what you need to hold on to. You'll get practical tips that will give you confidence and clarity. An empty nest can be full of joy, so stick around and find out how. And, if you’re a mom whose nest is full, Jill will coach you up to make this transition easier when it comes! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/168

Have you ever asked yourself, "Why am I stuck spiritually when I read the Bible, pray, and go to church?" Sometimes it seems like we're doing all the things we're "supposed" to do, yet we feel like there's still got to be a way to bridge the gap between God's promises and the life we're living. Today, our guest, Justin Kendrick will share what he's learned about this as he invites us into an entirely different way of life. It's one where you dig a deep hole, put the "ordinary you" inside it, cover it with dirt, and bury your ordinary. You’re about to get seven spiritual habits that, when followed regularly, will gently nudge you outside your comfort zones and into an extraordinary life. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/167

You know, I think there is an encouragement deficit in our world today. We hear all the time how we can improve this or how we should stop doing that. But less often we get caught doing something right! Just a simple pat on the back goes a long way. And, you know who I think could really use some encouragement? Men. I want to be part of building up the men in my life and I know you do too. So, on today’s podcast, we will hear from the authors of Midnight Dad. Dr. Mark Pitts and Becky Thompson get real practical about how to encourage a dad, how a man can find the wisdom he needs from Scripture and how men can resolve to be the best fathers they can be. This is such a powerful conversation, and I can't wait for you to hear it! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/166

Since 2020, there has been a rise of depression and anxiety. People are fatigued, finding their way. And lots of us have felt powerless. Author Randy Frazee knows that feeling. After struggling with clinical depression for months, he experienced first-hand a power he didn’t even think was possible, but it was because it is promised. The same power that raised Jesus from the dead is the same power that was in him, and in you. Today, you’ll learn how to access the power that is available to you through the Holy Spirit. Randy will guide you to freedom from the things that hold you back and give you the three steps you need to walk daily in the same power that lifted Jesus from the grave. Sounds good, right? And, for the geeks out there, we really geeked out over some Greek words that make this come to life so don’t miss it! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/165

On episode, 164, we talked about the lies we believe about weight loss and food with author and coach Barb Raveling. In this bonus conversation, we’ll talk about the emotions associated with weight gain and loss and we’ll deal with food being a stronghold. And, as Barb says, food isn’t supposed to be a stronghold. She defines strongholds as false places of protection, food isn’t supposed to be that for us, God is our only true stronghold. So, let's finish this super helpful conversation! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/164

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t struggle on some level with their relationship with food. I sure do. That’s why I found this episode with Barb Raveling, coach and author, so helpful. It's full of practical tips and grace so, I think it’s time for us 4:13ers to get a right perspective on food, self-control and renewing our minds. And, that’s just what you will get today...in a giant-sized portion! So, come with a great appetite—you are about to get full! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/164

Not everyone has a great fatherhood story. But, everyone can when they really get a glimpse of the heavenly Father. Today’s episode will not just show you the Father, but it will take you behind the scenes of the first-ever documentary by the Kendrick brothers, Alex and Stephen Kendrick. Plus, you’ll get the scoop on the release of their Courageous Legacy movie. This conversation was so interesting and the insights you’ll get as you get a glimpse of the Kendrick brothers' own father will totally inspire you. So, let’s get to it! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/163

Sometimes prayer can feel intimidating, can’t it? Am I doing it right? Is God hearing me? You know the questions, because, likely, you have asked them. Well, today, author Jodie Berndt is going to unintimidate prayer for you. You will learn the simple practice of praying Scripture over your life, and you’ll also get practical ways to grow more comfortable and confident when it comes to prayer. No fluff on this podcast, my friend. This is some downright straight talk about how to talk to the God who loves you. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/162

A few days after an ordinary Valentine’s Day, Cindy Beall’s life changed forever. She listened with disbelief as her husband confessed to pornography addiction, numerous affairs, and the startling news that a woman was pregnant with his child. How in the world do you rebuild trust when your marriage is shattered? Well, today, you will hear how God’s power can resurrect something new out of the debris of betrayal. Author Cindy Bealle will show us how to seek guidance, counseling, and prayer support when deceptions surface. She’ll give you practical wisdom on how and when to rebuild trust. And, how to protect a marriage from lies and unfaithfulness today that we need to hear. So,open your heart because you are about to be flooded with hope! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/161

We’re picking up where we left off last week with Jo Dee Messina. Last week (413Podcast.com/159) we talked about her life’s journey through country music and coming to faith in Christ. Now, we're talking songs and songwriting. We covered songs like Bigger Than This, Reckless Love, Me, Heaven Was Needing a Hero and a duet she sang with Tim McGraw. She also shares her best piece of advice that she received and gives. Plus, her definition of success. You're going to love the second part of this conversation! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/160

Singer-songwriter Jo Dee Messina took country music by storm with her breakout hit, Heads Carolina, Tails California. And today, she’ll take you backstage, into her heart. This conversation was so rich and deep that I broke it in half so you can take it all in. In this first part of our conversation, Jo Dee shares her story of growing up as a latch key kid in Boston, getting into country music, grappling with the longing for more and finding that longing met in Christ. It is a beautiful story told by one of the most passionate women you’ll ever hear. So, put on your cowboy boots for some Jo Dee Messina on the 4:13! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/159

Amid the daily realities of sickness and isolation, disappointment and pain, it can be really hard to grasp the real goodness of God. But this is where God breaks into our pain in a tangible way, teaching us to trust His kindness and hope for His healing. On today’s podcast, author Sarah Clarkson shares the healing effect of beauty in the midst of her decade-long struggle with mental illness. She is both vulnerable and practical, and she’ll invite you to taste and see the goodness of God, no matter how bitter or hard life may feel. Hope and healing is on the way, my friend. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/158

Podcaster Stephanie Rousselle says to delight in the glory of God is the most freeing thing in the world. Have you ever thought of that? Well, today we're going to think about that together, and you are about to enter into a whole new world with my friend, Stephanie. She came to Christ from French atheism, and now she’s the host of the Gospel Spice podcast. And, she is about to sprinkle all sorts of flavor into your faith. So, get ready to learn as much as I did and enjoy everything Stephanie shares in her beautiful French accent! SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/157

I hope you enjoyed Part 1 of my conversation with Coach Mark Richt because Part 2 is another amazing “I Can Power Boost” episode. My hubby Phil and I have been dear friends with Mark and Kathryn Richt for 30 years. I’ve seen him behind the scenes and can say 100% that he is exactly who he seems; he lives what he says. In this second part of our conversations, you'll hear what he says about his recent diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. The way he shares honestly and authentically will totally inspire and encourage you.  SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/powermark Listen to Previous I Can Power Boost Episodes: I Can Power Boost With Coach Mark Richt [Part 1] ►►413podcast.com/powermark I Can Power Boost With Scott Hamilton ►►413podcast.com/powerscott I Can Power Boost With Jen Bricker-Bauer ►► 413podcast.com/powerjen

Today on the 4:13, author Mark Clark will take you beyond the superficial glance most people give Jesus. You’ll get a front row seat to Mark’s search for truth as a skeptic and how he came to trust what the Bible says about Jesus. And be warned, this conversation may challenge you in all the best ways. This episode is warm, smart, safe and exceptionally practical, and ... it’s just for you!   SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/156  

Hey, 4:13ers! This is another amazing “I Can Power Boost” episode. These dynamite episodes feature someone who embodies the 4:13 spirit because of the way they live the “I Can” life. They don’t just say “I can,” but they live the “I Can” life of Philippians 4:13. And this time, I have not just one, but two, podcast episodes with none other than the award-winning college head football coach, Mark Richt! [Insert fanatic cheers here!] On these two “I Can Power Boost" episodes, Coach Mark Richt shares his story of faith and football. You’ll get to hear the inside scoop of how Florida State University coach Bobby Bowden led him to Christ, and how Coach Richt balanced the 24/7 job of coaching with family time. But the most powerful part of this conversation to me is what he says about his recent diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. You are about to be totally inspired! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/powermark Listen to previous I Can Power Boost episodes: I Can Power Boost With Scott Hamilton ►►413podcast.com/powerscott I Can Power Boost With Jen Bricker-Bauer ►► 413podcast.com/powerjen

Studies have shown the health benefits of friendship include a stronger immune system, faster recovery time from illness, lower anxiety levels, and an increase in generosity levels. We all need some of that, right? Well, today, I have one of my dearest friends on the podcast, and she’s talking about how to make all that true for you through friendship. Lisa Whelchel is unpacking the importance of friendship for grown-ups. Lisa first entered our hearts through our TV screens on the 80’s show, The Facts of Life, and more recently as she toughed it out on the TV show Survivor. She’s an author, actor and life coach, and she’s one of the warmest and most wise women I know. You will really love getting to know Lisa in this vulnerable and practical conversation!   SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/155

No one wants to think of themselves as controlling. But when a little change to plans causes an eruption, or when an itty bitty unexpected event dislodges an avalanche of worry, we’ve got to consider that control might be more of an issue than we think. Control is a burden that weighs us down and tears at our relationships. It causes us to become the worst version of ourselves. But, today, we are loosening our grip and author Shannon Popkin will help us. You’ll find the encouragement you need to lay down your burden of control and pick up peace, security, and joy instead. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/154

How do you hold on to your faith when things just keep going wrong? In the tough middle of hardship and frustration, it is hard to see God at work. So, how do you trust God is working all things for good when it just feels plain bad? Author Kelly Minter will assure you that God's sovereignty reigns even in our darkest moments. She’ll give you some practical, biblical ways to navigate through dark times and know that His presence is constant and His purpose is unstoppable. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/153

We've all had times of serving in the shadows, right? Shadow Christians are people who work in the margins, in the shadows created by the spotlight shining on others. Sometimes shadow Christians can feel insignificant or overlooked. But God chooses and uses shadow Christians. Today, author Dr. Jeff Iorg will shine a bright light on Christians who serve in the shadows, and he’ll give you great perspective on this age of celebrity Christianity we live in. And if you’re weary of serving in the shadows, you'll get some great encouragement—because nothing you do is overlooked by God. SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/152

Ever felt like you were just stuck waiting? Unemployment, illness, infertility, even seasons of joylessness are all waiting rooms we long to get out of. But, what if those waiting rooms that we so dread are full of gifts we’re just too frustrated to find?   Today, author and Emmy Award winning TV host Kerstin Lindquist will give us a blueprint for waiting well. You'll find practical wisdom for coping through each season, covering everything from food to faith. By the end of this episode, you’ll have clear strategies to help you not just go through your wait, but grow through it. So, let’s get to it!   SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/151

Today, author and podcaster Crystal Paine—you know her as the Money Saving Mom on Instagram—shares candidly about the day she found out her child was a bully, was being expelled from school, and was depressed and suicidal. Sitting in an emergency room with her husband and child, it felt like the world was crumbling around her. Maybe you’ve been there? Well, that experience was the jarring, life-altering catalyst she needed to dig in and transform her parenting philosophy. And in doing so, it transformed her relationships with God and her whole family. Let’s face it, there is so much we can’t control when it comes to parenting and actually, all our relationships. But on this episode, Crystal will give you four choices you can control that will help you make a shift. And, you know what else you will get? Hope. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/150

In this day and age, when technology lets us be everywhere and nowhere all at once, how connected are we? Have we gotten so comfortable behind our screens that we’re uncomfortable with having somebody sitting across our table? Well, today, we are going to get back to the basics and refresh the “why” and “how” of embracing simple hospitality. Author Karen Ehman will help us abandon pressure and stress to make room for connections and relationships. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/149

Today’s podcast is full of Cajun spice because we’re live at Fresh Grounded Faith inBossier City Louisiana! And author Liz Curtis Higgs and musician Michael O’Brien are with me. We answered questions about how to forgive yourself, what to do when your husband isn’tleading your family well, why God allows the enemy to still steal, kill and destroy and we evengot a question about surrogate pregnancy! Yep, you never know what will happen when wespill the beans. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/148

Do you have a love-hate relationship with your body? I think a lot of us do. But we were made for more than that, friend. Far from a superficial issue, self-image is a spiritual issue because God has named our bodies good from the beginning. And, even though lots of us know that in our heads, it’s a whole other thing to make it real in our bodies. Author Jess Connolly is helping us learn how to break free from the broken beliefs about our bodies that hold us back from our fullest lives. It’s time to lose the frustration, disappointment, and the shame of somehow feeling both too much and never enough! Let’s discover how to rename what the world has labeled as less-than and rest in God's workmanship. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/147

Sometimes our desire to serve God—even when we’re using the gifts God has given us—can overshadow our delight in simply being with Him. Well, when God called Christy Nockels to lay down her ministry for a season, she was forced to confront how her sense of purpose and worth had become tangled up in her work. But what she gained was the benefit of an empowering surrender that let her live as God’s beloved.   On today’s episode, Christy shows us how to let go of hustle and achievement and instead find our identity in the quiet center of God’s love. This conversation is full of practical encouragement and biblical wisdom!   SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/146

In episode #145: Can I Read the Bible All the Way Through? With Tara-Leigh Cobble, you heard me and KC  talk about eating hot chicken. So me, KC, and my husband Phil decided to have lunch together at Hot Cluckers—and we're inviting you to pull up a seat and join us! Enjoy this fun behind the scenes conversation (and spicy hot chicken) at Hot Cluckers! 

Whether you're brand-new to the Bible or grew up in the second pew, reading Scripture can feel confusing, or even boring, at times. Today Tara-Leigh Cobble will show you how you can read through the Bible—and walk away with a new understanding of it. You don't have to go to seminary. You don't need a special Bible. You just need 12 minutes. So, get ready—this episode could be what God uses to absolutely change your life! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/145

What if you could practice a simple habit to help you curb anxiety and depression, get unstuck from patterns that hold you back, build contentment and clarity, expand your confidence, and let you experience a happier, healthier, and more balanced life? In this episode, author and writing coach Allison Fallon has incredible news for you. Everything you need for the freedom you want is literally at your fingertips. You'll get practical methods, along with the groundbreaking scientific research, so you can get unstuck from your old thinking patterns. Friend, this is so good! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/144

Anxious thoughts can lead to anxious feelings and end up turning into panic, can’t they? My guest Jamie Grace has been there. Jamie was diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome, OCD, ADHD, and anxiety at a young age, so finding quiet from her anxious thoughts and feelings has felt almost impossible for her. Today, you'll hear Jamie's honest and brave story of living with anxiety and learning to find quiet. You'll discover how, like Jamie, you can manage your thoughts and find rest and quiet to hear the Lord’s voice louder than others. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/143

Without the wisdom of God, we can be easily offended. But with the Holy Spirit, we can discern truth, receive feedback with humility, and laugh at ourselves. Humorist and best-selling author, Suzanna B. Lewis gives us some straight talk about how to deal with things and people that work our nerves! So, stick around to learn, laugh, and even discover what it means to catch a bubble. You’ll love this conversation, and you’ll love this lady! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/142

Today, you get to hear from the author of the only authorized biography on Elisabeth Elliot’s life. Bestselling author, Ellen Vaughn, will share how she used Elisabeth’s private, unpublished journals and candid interviews with Elisabeth’s family and friends, to paint the adventures and misadventures God used to shape one of the most influential women in modern church history. I found this one of the most fascinating and inspiring conversations, and you will too. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/141

Your past doesn’t have to be a prophecy for your future. You may have taken some wrong turns along the way, but today, Dr. Tony Evans shows you that U-turns are possible. Yet, he says you get to choose whether or not you want that. He gets honest about how we use our human freedom, the consequences that come from negative choices, and the way to reverse those consequences. This is power-packed and you will love it. Get ready for a divine U-turn! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/140

When you get a clear view of how Jesus sees women, you understand your own wholeness. Today, biblical culturalist Kristi McLelland transports you back to Jesus’ world. You’ll follow in the footsteps of the women who came face-to-face with the Living God. You’ll learn how Jesus generously restores dignity to women in the first century and now. And you’ll get a fresh perspective of Jesus and women as you view the Bible through a first-century Middle Eastern lens. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/139

We’ve all been there: stuck in a cycle of what-ifs, plagued by indecision, and paralyzed by the fear of getting it wrong. Nobody wants to live a life of constant overthinking, but it doesn’t feel like something we can choose to stop doing. It feels like something we’re wired to do. But author Anne Bogel says it’s not. Today, she'll show you how to overcome negative thought patterns that are repetitive and unhealthy and replace them with positive thought patterns that will bring more peace and joy into your life. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/138

Making your mark on the world doesn’t happen by mimicking someone else’s life or calling. In fact, when you learn to be yourself, satisfaction and success are closer than you think. Today, Jamie Ivey, author and host of “The Happy Hour” podcast, helps you uncover your own uniqueness, gives you a green light to be yourself, and shows you how living faithfully in the here and now is the key to an abundant life. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/137

Sometimes we don’t realize that peace is in us until chaos threatens to snatch it from us. An alarming diagnosis, an emergency, even a bad day can be all it takes for chaos to overwhelm us and peace to abandon us. But, you can have peace even in chaos because peace is more than a feeling. Today, I’ll give you five unchangeable facts about peace that will make you breathe a little easier, smile a little bigger, and rest a bit more soundly tonight. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/136

It’s amazing how heavy the weight of emptiness can feel. Often, we try to fill our emptiness with whatever we can to make that heavy feeling go away. But God can do His best work in our emptiness. Today, author Nancy Guthrie helps you discover practical ways to make your emptiness the perfect place to cultivate hope. You’ll begin to see that God really does do His best work with empty—as He fills it with Himself. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/135

Author Lisa Bevere is with us today, and the woman is on fire! She’s fully Italian and full of the Holy Spirit, and this conversation is full of life, encouragement, and insight. Lisa shows you how to be a strong woman who strengthens others. And, if you’re a man listening, stay with us because this still applies to you. It will give you great insight into how you can be all God has created you to be. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/134

Jen Bricker-Bauer was born without legs, not given a name, and left in the hospital. But, against all odds, she went on to compete against able-bodied athletes and become a State Champion in power tumbling, and now, she’s an incredible aerialist and author.  She lives out the mantra, “Never say can’t.” And, today, you’ll learn that if she can, you can.This woman perfectly embodies the “I Can” spirit, and I’m so pumped she’s on this “I Can Power Boost” episode. What a perfect way to help us celebrate one million downloads! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/powerjen

Jesus says He came to bring good news of great joy for all people! It's a promise for us no matter our circumstances! But how do we get there? Social researcher and best-selling author, Shaunti Feldhahn, shares eight key elements of finding joy that shine out from both science and Scripture. It's so much more than learning to adopt happy thoughts. These are proven choices you can make to increase your joy no matter what you're facing. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/133

The 4:13 Podcast has hit one million downloads!   Yes, one million!   And, I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with Olympic gold-medalist Scott Hamilton.   Scott's story of adoption, mysterious childhood illness, and failing and succeeding at figure skating, coupled with losing his mom to cancer and battling his own, gives us tons of inspiration to say, “If he can, I can.” In fact, even as he and I talked, he has an active brain tumor.   That's why he's the perfect person to be the first interview of a new genre of the 4:13 Podcast called “I Can Power Boost Episodes.”    These dynamite episodes feature someone who embodies the 4:13 spirit because of the way they live the “I Can” life. They don’t just say “I can,” but they live the “I Can.”   You'll be reminded that you can "do all things through Christ who gives you strength!"   SHOW NOTES: 413Podcast.com/powerscott

Let me start by telling you my favorite quote from today’s conversation with Nicole C. Mullen. She says, “We may not always see God right the wrong. He is more concerned with making us right within the wrong.” Good, right? Nicole’s an incredible singer and songwriter. Today, she’s talking about the power of forgiveness, what it’s like to be a single mom, how to navigate hard relationships, and how you can trust God in whatever you face. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/132

Sabbath. It’s a word we love and want to experience, isn’t it? But it’s often hard to pull off in our modern world unless you understand what it is, why God calls you to it, and how to create a five-part Sabbath strategy. Today, we’re going to do a deep dive into what Sabbath is, why you need it, and how to do it. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/131

As a young man, Rashawn Copeland experienced both the tragedy of gun violence and the fortune of playing college football. He ended up in Los Angeles, living the Hollywood dream, but he was miserable. One day, he found himself holding a gun to his mouth, wishing he could escape the unhappiness he’d felt for years. It was then that God reached into his heartache and gave him a fresh start. Today, Rashawn shares how even when your life is a mess, you can start again. He anchors his guidance in Scripture and shows you how to begin your walk with God now, no matter where you are. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/130

Your words can change the course of someone’s day and even their life. Words are one of the most powerful forces in the universe, and God’s entrusted them to you. They echo in peoples’ hearts and minds long after they’re spoken. So, how can you harness this incredible power for good? Today, author Sharon Jaynes gives you practical tips and doable ways to get a handle on your tongue and harness the power of your words. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/129

Get ready for a power-packed episode of Scripture-based wisdom that will help you discover your true self! Today, author Chip Ingram teaches you how to expose the lies of your past so you can experience who God says you are. You’ll learn how to live in freedom and fulfill your life purpose as you see how God views you through the lens of Ephesians 1-3. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/128

We can get pretty stressed out when we feel like we fail to meet others’ expectations. Sometimes it’s true that we’re failing to meet expectations. But, sometimes, the truth is that we fail to have a true view of what’s really expected of us. Today, you’ll learn how to get the facts, prioritize, and be realistic. You'll discover how to move from failure mode to freedom mode! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/127

Can you believe it's been almost three months since our last behind-the -scenes episode?! I wish I was bringing you a glowing report, but I'm just keeping it real with my 4:13ers. I was doing so well for so long … and then the holidays happened.    So on this behind-the-scenes episode, I’m letting you hear my conversation with NBA Life Optimization Coach and best-selling author, David Nurse, from early December before I below it because it was super helpful. It's helping me get back on track, and I hope it helps you wherever you're at with your healthy eating journey!   SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/bts4

Can you imagine that for most of your life, you believed the names other people gave you? Names such as “orphan,” “no good,” and “unlovable”? That was Esther Fleece Allen’s life. But no more! She’s said goodbye to the labels that limit. Today, she shares the life-giving truth that only God can give you a new name. God calls you “forgiven,” “chosen,” and “never alone.” So, start peeling off those old labels because truth is on the way! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/126

We're diving in deep today because this is a conversation we need to have. We're talking about racism. It's a word heavy with all sorts of emotion, but no matter where you are with this topic, this is a safe, humble, kind, and informative conversation. Author Jemar Tisby is with us, and he shares his model called the "ARC of Racial Justice." You'll gain practical ideas on how you can be an agent of healing to a world that desperately needs it. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/125

If you're feeling lonely or need assurance, you're going to get some truth you can hold onto today. We're diving into the miracles of Jesus with best-selling author Max Lucado. He shows you how the miracles of Jesus represent God's nearness to you right now. Friend, you'll be so encouraged as you're reminded that you're never without hope, help, or strength! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/124

Prayer can feel like a struggle sometimes, can’t it? Like many of us, Anne Graham Lotz has struggled too. But over the years, she’s discovered that writing out her prayers draws her into deeper and more intimate conversations with God. Today, Anne shares how you can experience that also. You’ll learn the elements the most powerful prayers include and be encouraged to lean more fully into God’s promises! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/123

Nobody wants to waste one minute, much less one year! But it’s so easy to do if we aren’t careful. At least that’s what I’m finally figuring out. Today, I’ll give you the five things I’ll avoid this coming year and five scriptures that can guide all of us to live every day to the fullest no matter what the calendar holds. Our lives are way too important and valuable to waste them. So, let’s get this year started right! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/122

Merry Christmas to all you wonderful people I love! I hope this audio Christmas card from our hearts to yours will brighten your day, lighten your load, and remind you that you are not alone … He is Immanuel and He is with you. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/121

Why is it so hard to trust God when life doesn’t go according to plan? Bestselling author, Susie Larson, knows how life’s difficulties can open your heart to fear. But she also knows how God’s Word can strengthen your heart with the power to endure and prevail. In this captivating conversation, you’ll learn how to tap into courage by focusing on the faithful promises of God daily. Your soul is about to go to boot camp! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/120

In August 2018, Kayla Stoecklein lost her husband, Andrew, a mega-church pastor in California, to suicide. Today, she’s sharing an intimate account of all that led to that tragic day, and the light she has found in the darkness. You’ll learn the three big myths of mental illness and how to overcome them. Plus, you’ll get a rare front-row seat into Kayla’s life and see what it looks like to find your life again, even if someone you love loses theirs to suicide. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/119

You’ve told me that you love it when my friends spill the beans! Today, you’re invited to Buffalo for a Fresh Grounded Faith event with Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, Laura Story, and New York Times best-selling author, Ann Voskamp. You’ll hear us talk about what to do when God doesn’t heal, the tension Laura feels as a working mom, how to manage depression as an adult, and whether my braille watch is cute. Plus, somebody even asked each of us what our greatest insecurity was. Get ready for some sizzling beans! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/118

Grief and gratefulness can share the same heartbeat, but they won’t share the same perspective. Grateful eyes see what you have, not just what you’ve lost. Grateful eyes see possibility and hope, not just lack and despair. Today, we’re asking God to open the eyes of our hearts so we can see the hope to which we’re called. You’ll be comforted and maybe a little challenged … in all the best ways. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/117

Bethany Hamilton was a rising surf star when, at age 13, she lost her left arm to a tiger shark. One month later, she returned to surfing, and within two years, she won her first national surfing title. This woman is rewriting rules on being a fearless athlete. And she brings new meaning to the phrase, "surfs like a girl!" Today, Bethany's sharing her story and speaking into yours. As she does, you'll learn four ways to be unstoppable, no matter what you face. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/116

Many of us feel stuck in bad habits, without the tools to break the mold and live our best lives every single day. Well, that changes for you today! David Nurse, a renowned life optimization coach of more than 150 NBA players and CEOs, shows you how to make small mindset pivots for some big change in your life. So, tie your shoes and let’s go! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/115

Many of us feel stuck in bad habits, without the tools to break the mold and live our best lives every single day. Well, that changes for you today! David Nurse, a renowned life optimization coach of more than 150 NBA players and CEOs, shows you how to make small mindset pivots for some big change in your life. So, tie your shoes and let’s go! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/115

Julia Sadler lost three babies in one year. In her heartbreak, she began asking God for big things. She never imagined the answer to her prayer would include triplets and a national TV show. Sometimes when the odds are stacked against you, it can seem crazy to keep praying and to pray for big things. But today, Julia shows you how to take heart, renew hope, and pray for what seems impossible. This is your day to reclaim the power of prayer! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/114

It’s time to spill the beans again! On this episode, you’re invited to Colorado for a Fresh Grounded Faith event with New York Times best-selling author Karen Kingsbury, and award-winning singer and songwriter, Michael O’Brien. You’ll hear about when Karen threw down her husband’s Bible out of sheer frustration, how God used C.S. Lewis to bring me out of depression, and how Michael almost lost his marriage. Plus, we’ll end with Michael singing heaven down on your head! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/113

We often feel the ever-present tension between the beauty of salvation and the dark side of human nature. It can shake our faith and stir up doubt, right? Mary Jo Sharp is a former atheist who came to faith and then her path of faith hit some rough spots. Today, she shares her story. You’ll hear a candid and approachable case for believing in God when you really want to walk away. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/112

There’s no other book in the Bible where I feel more loved, understood, and closer to God than the book of Psalms. Today, you’ll get a big picture view of Psalms so you can see its magnificence. Plus, you’ll learn a practical way to make it meaningful and accessible to you. Get ready to be informed, inspired, and maybe even have your life changed! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/111

Well, it’s been almost six weeks since our first behind-the-scenes episode, and I’m finally seeing some results! I've been sipping my green tea and snacking on raw almonds. And I've spent five days a week on my treadmill. So, on this behind-the-scenes episode, you'll hear what food I've given up eating (no, it's not chocolate!) and what tips NBA Life Optimization Coach David Nurse gave me so I can keep the momentum going! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/bts3

Sometimes we think we won’t make it through, or we won’t do it right, so we just don’t do the thing. Today, author and life coach, Jennifer Allwood, helps you get unstuck! You’re going to learn how to break free from the old patterns that hold you back and risk living the life God created you to live. Consider this a pink slip for fear … it’s about to be fired from your life because it’s not the boss of you. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/110

The best way to recognize a lie is to know the truth. Today, that’s exactly what we’re going to do. You’ll discover the three big lies that most women believe. But we won’t stop there! You’ll also learn how to replace those lies with the truth that sets you free. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/109

Do you know what time it is? It’s time for a no-nonsense conversation to help you reclaim your confidence and show self-doubt the door. Today, author Alli Worthington teaches you how to recognize and eliminate what holds you back from being who God created you to be. You’ll learn to tackle the obstacles of self-doubt, fear, and insecurity, and learn to live out your true self with strength and grace. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/108

Have you asked God to deliver you, but you still find yourself sick, sad, scared, or stuck? Sometimes the way God keeps His promises is confusing or painful for us. And sometimes we don’t even realize He’s delivering us because we don’t recognize the way He does it. Today, you’ll learn three ways God delivers you. Plus, you’ll hear a moving song by Justin Gambino that you’ll be singing all day! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/107

Do you know what your spiritual temperament is? Today is the second episode of a two-part conversation with author Gary Thomas. So, if you missed last week, check it out too! Today, you’ll learn more about the 9 sacred pathways. Gary continues to help you discover how God’s wired you uniquely to relate to Him. You’ll walk away with a better understanding of how you’re naturally drawn to worship and to know God. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/106

God wired you uniquely to relate to Him. You have a spiritual temperament or, as author Gary Thomas calls it, a sacred pathway. It’s the way you’re naturally drawn to worship and to know God. It may be through nature or intellect. It might be tradition or contemplation. So, do you know your spiritual temperament? In this first episode of a two-part conversation, Gary begins unpacking the 9 Sacred Pathways and starts to help you discover yours. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/105

Well, it’s been almost two weeks since our first behind-the-scenes episode and I’m doing this thing! I’m getting healthy with lots of great coaching from NBA Life Optimization Coach and best-selling author, David Nurse—and even more grace and power from God! So, on this second behind-the-scenes episode, you get to hear me learning to work with my laptop on my treadmill, failing miserably when it comes to being balanced with my treats, and getting great advice from David! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/bts2

Do you struggle with fear? If so, you’re not alone! Fear can make us feel vulnerable, and that’s when we need to know we’re safe. Today, you’ll hear the words of Jesus in Luke 12. And you'll learn how He gives you His peace and presence when you need it most. Plus, you’ll listen to a beautiful song by Michael O’Brien that will seal this message in your heart. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/104

How do you respond when everything you believe is put to the test? You’re invited to listen in as I talk with Dove Award-winning singer and songwriter, Jeremy Camp, and his equally talented wife, Adrienne. This conversation was recorded near the beginning of the pandemic, but it’s just as relevant today as it was then. You’re going to be so encouraged to sing the truth along with Jeremy that you can still believe! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/103

Do you ever know you need to do something, but just flat out don't want to do it? That's my story about getting healthy. Between a broken wrist earlier this year and COVID quarantine, I threw all my good eating and health habits out the window. So, I'm inviting you behind the scenes as I get help from NBA Life Optimization Coach and best-selling author, David Nurse. Listen in as he gives me three tools for healthier living, and be inspired if you're in a similar quandary. If you are, we can do this! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/bts1

Every day of this entire year has been a new installment of bad news and unrest and uncertainty. It can make us want to give up. But, no matter what you face, you can face this day and every day with faith because you don’t face it alone. Today, you’ll get three doable actions to help you get through a hard day or a hard season with strength you didn’t even know you had. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/102

We all have our own definition of what the word success means. You may define it as having a happy family or cresting the top of the corporate ladder. Or you may skip the definition and say, success is survival! Today, author and life coach Valorie Burton shares with you the three must-haves for a successful life, plus she’ll clue you in on Jesus’ mission statement. Buckle up because purpose, resilience, and joy are on the way! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/101

Have you ever wondered how I took care of my boys blind? Or what to do when you disagree with someone’s politics? Listen in as Jennifer spills the beans with Sheila Walsh, Shaun Groves, and Michael O’Brien. This conversation was recorded live in Fargo, North Dakota at one of my Fresh Grounded Faith conferences. So, grab your coffee because we saved you a seat! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/100

Do you ever feel out of sync? You know, like you just aren’t firing on all cylinders. Author Rebekah Lyons says that you’re designed to live in rhythm. Today, she breaks down what that looks like and how you can experience renewal as you live out God’s design. Get ready to be refreshed and recalibrated! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/99

Sometimes we think being meek is the same as being weak. But it’s not! You can be strong-willed and meek-willed at the same time. Today, you’ll learn what meekness is and why an unwillingness to practice it reveals a greater weakness. You’ll also discover four ways to help you cultivate meekness in your life. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/98

Most of us feel like we aren’t enough, can’t be enough, and can’t seem to do enough. Today, we’re going to get honest about those feelings and show them who’s boss! Comedian and author Kerri Pomarolli is with us, and she’ll lift your spirit and change your perspective. So, if you’ve ever felt like your story belongs in Proverbs 32 instead of Proverbs 31, this lively and life-giving conversation is for you. Plus, you’ll get access to my free five-day Truth Challenge. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/97

Sometimes you may feel like you just can’t take one more thing. That’s why today, you’ll learn how to take courage even when you want to give up and give in. You’ll hear three truths that will give you a fresh infusion of strength to be who God called you to be and do what He's called you to do. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/96

I know you've felt the impact of the recent unrest and injustice and division in our nation over the last few weeks. Me too. I've struggled with how to respond, so I'm talking it out with Nicole C. Mullen on a bonus episode of the 4:13 Podcast. Her words gave me great perspective and encouragement, and I know you'll feel the same. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/bridge

Betrayal has the potential to destroy your trust in people, dismantle your faith in God, and leave you feeling powerless to move on. Often, forgiveness and healing can take a lifetime, but they don’t have to. Today, author Phil Waldrep shares his painful experience of betrayal and how he learned to forgive and trust again. He’ll give you practical ways to activate healing and forgiveness in your life. This is your day to leave the path of resentment and step into a life of health and wholeness.day. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/95

How do you handle opposition when it wears you out? Sometimes it happens because there are disagreeable people in your life. But sometimes, with great opportunity comes great opposition too. Today, you'll learn four biblical ways to handle opposition so you can stay strong no matter what you face. Plus, you'll hear a song by Micah Christopher that'll be an anthem you sing all day. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/94

The average American checks their phone 80 times a day, and 70 percent of us keep it within reach while we sleep. We're barraged by information at a frantic pace, so it's no wonder we feel numb and burnt out. Well, that changes today. Author John Eldredge gives you simple, ready-to-implement practices so you can regain control of your life and heal your soul. You're going to get so much from this wise and gentle man. So, ready, set … breathe. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/93

If we don’t take God at His Word, we won’t take courage in this life. If we don’t take His promises seriously, we’ll take opposition and obstacles way too seriously. The problems we face will devastate us, the struggles we experience will discourage us, and the failures and frustration will defeat us. That’s why we need to learn courage and live courage. Today, you'll get three biblical choices to help you take courage no matter what you face. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/92

A painful season in your life can still be part of the abundant life Jesus promised. And, that’s what we talk about today with author Niki Hardy. She calls herself a cancer thriver, not just a survivor. She’s gut honest about how hard it is to thrive when your life falls apart. And she’ll debunk the lies that she believed. Plus, you’ll get seven practical ways to live well and thrive even if you’re going through a tough time. So, pour your tea, and let’s hang out together. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/91

Sometimes we treat the word no like it’s a bad word we should never say. And, if we do say it, we often apologize or think someone’s going to wash our mouths out with soap. But it’s just not true. Sometimes no is the best word you can speak. Today, you'll get a filter through which you can sift every opportunity you get. You'll learn how to provide a compassionate no or a confident yes! Get ready for the four C’s that will set you free. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/90

Do you ever find that when you pray, sometimes you don’t know what to say? Prayer’s one of the most powerful, life-changing things we’ll ever do, and yet it can feel like one of the hardest things to do. The good news? There’s a simple, powerful way to reignite your conversation with God. And, today, author, TV host, and Bible teacher Sheila Walsh guides you through it. Plus, you’ll hear a beautiful song that’ll reassure you God hears you so you can pray the way you pray. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/89

When life’s crazy, it’s easy to feel afraid and panic. But feelings aren’t supposed to be the GPS in our lives—truth is. We all need to be reminded of the truth we already know so it can inform the way we feel. Today, you’ll learn three truths you can preach to your soul when life’s crazy and you’re tempted to panic. So, wherever you are, however you’re feeling, hope’s on the way! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/88

In the summer of 2018, at the height of her career, ABC’s Paula Faris stepped down from not one, but two dream jobs. She was co-anchor on “Good Morning America Weekend” and co-host of “The View.” Why’d she do that? You’re about to find out. And, as Paula Faris gives us the inside scoop on her calling, she’ll also help us understand our own. So, turn up the volume and open your heart. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/87

Can you obey God no matter what? Sometimes obedience feels hard, doesn’t it? But the cost of obeying is never greater than the reward of it. So, we’ll get practical about what obedience looks like, how you can do it, and why you want to. We’ll even look at some verses in a book of the Bible you may not visit much—Haggai. It's your day to hang out with Jennifer, KC, and our guy, Haggai. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/86

Crisis happens to all of us. And, when it does, we don’t want to live in panic mode. Instead, we want to live prepared. Today, you’re going to get doable, simple steps to live proactive rather than reactive. Author Kath Lipp is here to help you prepare your mind, your heart, and your home for any unexpected situation. You’ll love how practical and timely this is! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/85

Do you ever get tired of dealing with the hard stuff in life? You know, things like strained relationships, difficult bosses, constant conflict, illness, and financial stress. The hard stuff has big potential to bring better days, depending on our response to it. Today, I'll give you four ways you can respond to hardship. But, spoiler alert … only two ways are good ways. This practical encouragement is just what you need. You'll see! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/84

Jackie Hill Perry grew up fatherless, experienced gender confusion, and made some harmful choices during her teenage years. Most of her story would be rated PG-13. But, at age 19, she came face-to-face with what it meant to be made new. Today, she shares how God’s hand is all over her story for His glory. Plus, she shows you how to be honest about your own story, no matter what it's rated! You’re about to be inspired and empowered. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/83

Did you know that being a control freak is actually counterproductive? It’s true! Demanding or expecting total control all the time in every situation is unrealistic. So, today, you are going to learn how to let go and trust God. You’ll discover three ways to grow your trust muscle so you can learn to loosen your grip on control. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/82

What do you do when you suddenly find yourself on a battlefield in life? Cancer shows up and tries to take you down. Or maybe it’s depression or betrayal or loss that is beating you up. You can fight back with the best weapon of all. You can fight back with joy. Today, Margaret Feinberg is sharing part of her cancer story and giving three practical ways to fight back with joy no matter what you face. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/81

Have you ever wondered how Jennifer puts on her makeup blind? Or what to do when you feel paralyzed by depression? Listen in as Jennifer spills the beans with Laura Story, Karen Abercrombie, and Michael O’Brien. This conversation was recorded live at a Fresh Grounded Faith conference in West Michigan. You’re going to get so much from it! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/80

We hear all the time that it’s important for women to be strong. The Bible agrees. So, what does that kind of strength look like in a practical way? Well, today, author Mary Kassian guides us through the age-old wisdom of the Bible to learn how to be the right kind of strong. You’ll discover seven habits that can zap your strength and discover how to be the right kind of strong. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/79

Can you expect God to heal you when you ask? It's a tough question because we all ask God for healing at some point in our lives. We’ve all got hurts, questions, and disappointments. Today, you’re going to hear this question answered honestly and biblically. You’ll learn three ways God heals and be encouraged as you do! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/78

Wouldn’t you like God to do something through you that is bigger than you? What if God can use your pain to shape your purpose and build a platform to bless others? Well, today, you're getting in on an insightful and inspiring conversation about how God wastes nothing in your life. And how that thing that is hurtful or hard for you may be the very thing God is using to fashion you into who He has called you to be. Singer-songwriter Shaun Groves shares his journey plus gives you wise counsel on how to incorporate your personal pain into your passion and purpose in this life. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/77

Did you know that studies show a lack of close friendships may be hazardous to your health? But making friends isn't easy for everyone. That's why Jennifer invited her BFFs to spill the beans with her about friendship. Listen in as they answer often-asked questions like who helps Jennifer shop for clothes and even what makes a good friend. Plus, you'll learn three assumptions you need to make in order to make friends at any age or stage of life. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/76

We often feel the guilt and responsibility for meeting the needs of unhealthy people. We try to make them happy, but when we try, we end up frustrated and poisoned by their toxic behavior. Today, author Gary Thomas gives you practical encouragement and biblical wisdom to help you know when and how to say “no” to bad patterns, so you can say “yes” to the good that God has planned for you. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/75

Garth Brooks once sang that he had friends in low places—and, here’s the thing, we do too. We have a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Today, you’re going to learn how He can make even the lowest times of your life, the high places of your faith. Plus, you’re going to gain two practical ways to get through your low places. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/74

There are some days when you don’t like yourself. You overlook your fabulous and fixate on your flaws. But the very weakness you're trying to hide may be the place God wants to shine. Author and actress Priscilla Shirer shares how God’s Word helps us not just be ourselves, but learn to like ourselves. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/73

Fun episode today! Jennifer went to lunch with a fellow 4:13er and she spilled the beans on everything from understanding your call to writing a book proposal to why social media matters. Even if you’re not a writer, you'll get so much from this rich and interesting conversation. Pull up a chair. The coffee’s hot! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/72

Do you ever find yourself in the middle of your ordinary life needing to reset your priorities? Today, author Lisa-Jo Baker helps teach you how to pause and reset. You’ll love this conversation that was recorded live at a women’s event. So pause, pull up a chair, and join Jennifer and Lisa-Jo for some tea! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/71

Sometimes we’re worn out and we need God's strength. But, those are just the times when it’s most obvious. Actually, we need God’s strength even on our best days. So, today you’ll get three unique Scriptural strategies to help you tap into the strength that is already yours in Christ. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/70

A college student recently asked Jennifer, “What would you say to your younger self?” On this episode, Jennifer spills the beans on what she wishes she had known earlier in life. You’ll laugh, probably nod in agreement, and gain practical encouragement on how it’s never too late to start living the lessons you want to learn. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/69

Karen Kingsbury and Michael O'Brien join us for Christmas Cheer at the 4:13 Podcast! In this encore episode, you'll hear a precious poem read by New York Times' best-selling author Karen Kingsbury plus musician Michael O'Brien is singing two beautiful songs from his album of Christmas music. So, get your favorite holiday mug filled with cocoa and let's celebrate Christmas! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/68

Jennifer asked her Facebook friends, “What is the first thing on your mind in the morning?” She got over 500 comments. Anxiety. Stress. Thankfulness. Dread. Peace.  So, on this episode, learn 3 strategies and get lots of practical tips to turn any morning into a good one. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/67

If you’ve got a problem, God’s got a promise! Today, on the 4:13, author Gwen Smith shares candidly about the pain of abortion and the power and healing she found in God's Word. You’ll learn how to use Scripture to connect your struggle to God’s promises. Settle in, hope is on the way. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/66

You can be thankful in all things, even if you’re not thankful for all things. In this encore episode, learn 4 habits of thankful people that can improve your health and relationships. Plus, see how God hard-wired you to be thankful so you can be blessed! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/65

If you’ve ever heard Jennifer teach the Bible, you know she doesn’t use a Bible! Odd, right? Jennifer is blind, so she’s learned to memorize Scripture so she can know it and teach it. So, today, she’s going to give you nine sure-fire ways to train your brain to remember what matters most. You can do this! And don’t worry, all nine tips will be in the show notes. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/64

If you’re like most of us, your level of happiness fluctuates as much as the weather does. Well, today, you’re about to get your happy on! Based on the teachings of Jesus and modern research, author and pastor Max Lucado gives you a practical way of living that will change you from the inside out.  SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/63

Peace isn’t just a circumstance; it’s a choice. Today, discover two choices you can make every day, which will help you choose and cultivate inner peace no matter what is going on around you. Peace is as close as your next choice. So, breathe in and breathe out. You’ll love this episode! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/62

If you want to live a brave life, you don’t need to get a brand new life. Today, author Annie F. Downs is on the podcast and she’s helping us to learn our lives, so we can love our lives. That way we can be brave in the life we already have. You’ll learn how to silence the whispers of fear and make God’s voice the loudest one you hear. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/61

Here’s what happens when Jennifer blocks the door and doesn’t let KC out of the podcast closet without spilling the beans. It is tender and honest and will help you find God’s presence and purpose even in the midst of your trials. Learn how to “be Christ” to others and stand firm, even when storm winds batter you as you build your life on the Rock. You’ll laugh and be inspired and feel like KC is your new BFF! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/60

How do you break free from fear’s grip on your heart? Today, Wendy Blight tells her very hard story of coming home to find a masked man with a knife waiting in her apartment. What followed is what every woman fears. In this eye-opening conversation, Wendy shares how praying God’s Word set her free from the fear and unforgiveness that dogged her for years. Her story can be your story too and today, you’ll learn how. So, if you’ve got fear or anger or unforgiveness, this may be the day you get set free. Plus, I’ve got a free download of Fear Fighting Scriptures just for you! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/59

When we’re worn out, it's easy to burn out. That’s why Jesus gives us a 3 step plan to avoid burn out based on Mark 6:31. You are going to love what you learn today and it will give you rest for your soul! Plus we’re ending with a great song that you will love by Whitlee Casey that will give your heart a place to settle and relax. Rest is on the way! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/58

Sometimes we just need to lighten up. And laugh. Sometimes you need to hear how silly others can be so you feel better about yourself. Well, today, you get that chance! KC and Jennifer share the dumbest things they’ve done, the moments they wish they could rewind and redo, and the reason they can laugh no matter what! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/57

It’s so easy to focus on our failures and overlook our success. Grab your ball cap and sunscreen because today on the podcast, Jennifer takes you to the old Fulton County Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia where she sang the national anthem at a Braves versus Dodgers game. And, right in the middle of the song, she made a stadium-size mistake! Plus KC shares how he mispronounced the bride’s name twice when he was performing her wedding! Settle in for some great stories and some practical encouragement. You’ll get two biblical ways to manage your mistakes, no matter what the size. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/56

Have you ever hit a dead end and thought it was ‘the’ end? Or maybe it was failure that tripped you up? Author and podcaster Pat Flynn got fired and that was the beginning of a whole new path of success for him. Learn today how failure can be a stepping stone to success and discover the true power of authentic connections and care for others. No matter where you are in life or what you do, today you’ll learn how to embrace your own weird and make the world a better place. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/55

Your obstacle may be your miracle in disguise. Jump in the back seat with Jennifer and Ann Voskamp for this fun and encouraging one-year anniversary episode. You’ll learn how to steady your thoughts, station yourself in God’s Word, and see a vision for the deliverance of God in your life. It's another installment of “Women on Wheels with Waterbottles!” SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/54

Do you say mean things to yourself? Do you belittle yourself? In short, do you slander yourself? Your words matter because you matter. So, today, you’ll learn two Scripture-based ways to stop slandering yourself so that your inner vocabulary matches the grace-filled, truth of God’s Word. Plus, tune in to hear the scoop on our five days of giveaways to celebrate one year of the 4:13 Podcast! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/53

Sometimes we just want to give up, give in, give excuses, and give it a rest! The project is too big, the problem is too hard, the person is too difficult, or the process takes too long. We want to quit. So, today, if you’re teetering on the edge, about to give up, get ready for three very practical and doable ways to avoid the Quit Pit. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/52

You can't overcome the hard things in life if you don’t know who you are and whose you are. That’s why today, you’re going to learn the connection between knowing your identity and overcoming whatever obstacle you face. And, you’re going to get a behind-the-scenes peek of the Kendrick brothers new movie, Overcomer! So, turn off your ringer, pop the popcorn, and here we go … SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/51

We all go through valleys. Sometimes it's illness and loss. Sometimes it's betrayal or rejection. Sometimes it's financial. All of our valleys may be different but what they have in common is that valleys are dark and bring out our fear. But, the other thing our valleys have in common is that valleys are not permanent. You are just passing through. So, today, get two ways to get through your valley. You’ll experience Psalm 23 in a whole new way on this episode, so pull up a chair! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/50

Sometimes we love where we’re planted and sometimes, well, not so much. So today, we’re going to learn how to make the most of where we live. San Fransico-based author and coach Shauna Pilgreen will give you practical ‘dweller tips’ and help you make the most of where you live. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/49

When we’re hurting, our heads are cloudy and our hearts are so heavy that we feel we can't bear the weight of our next decision. We feel stressed and disoriented. On this episode, Jennifer shares all the unknowns that came with her lumpectomy. Plus, you’ll get a Scripture-based to do list for when you’re hurting. It will help you get through the fog of stressful situations. Hope and help are on the way… SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/48

Kirk Cameron is much more than an actor who starred on Growing Pains. He’s a down to earth, insightful, and humble guy who shares his own growing pains when it comes to marriage and parenting. On this episode, get to know the real Kirk and learn how to do a personal and family reset. Hear what Kirk would say to his younger self and discover how telling yourself the same can change everything in your life. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/47

Mean girls grow up. And, it sure would be nice if all those years of living would make a mean girl a more gentle woman. But, sometimes, the mean girl just grows into a mean woman. On this episode, you’ll get four wise ways to manage the emotions a grown-up mean girl brings out of you and know how to respond with maturity. Plus, Stuff I Love will give you a fun gadget to learn about and another look into Jennifer’s world … how does she pour that coffee without seeing it and without it spilling over the rim? SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/46

On the hardest days of life, you find yourself saying, “I give up!” According to today’s guest, Laura Story, that’s a great place to begin. This Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter will show you how the things you may feel are loss can be the very things God uses to give you His best. It’s funny, real, and candid. So join Jennifer and Laura backstage at Fresh Grounded Faith as they talk about giving our plans to God and getting so much more in return. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/45

Many of us get tangled in the web of mental, physical, and emotional clutter. A cluttered life keeps us from really living an abundant life. So, today, ask yourself these 5 questions to determine if you need a little simplifying. And then, get 4 strategies to declutter your inner and outer world. This is super-practical and may be just the motivation you need! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/44

It really is okay to not be okay. You don’t have to have it all together. Today, you can shift from a performance mentality to a provision mentality and get freed up in the process. Sheila Walsh will help you stop trying to pursue perfection in order to get God’s approval and instead. You'll discover how to pursue Christ so you know that you are accepted, loved, and forever treasured. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/43

We’ve all got battles and enemies, things in our lives that trigger the fight or flight response. But, on this episode, we’ll unpack a third response … the stand still response. God is the One who fights for you. And today, you will grow in your faith as you learn how to stand still and watch Him. Plus you’ll get three Scriptures to help you stand still when you want to fight back. And, stay tuned to the end to hear another long-awaited “Stuff I Love” with Jennifer and her Dr. Phil. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/42

This is not just a marriage episode. This is an episode about finding your motivation, satisfaction, and happiness in life. So, if you’re not married, or if you didn’t stay married, please know, this is not a “thou shall” or “thou shouldn’t have” kind of message. Instead, you'll discover how you can experience real happiness when you stop demanding it. You’ll learn how to avoid the danger of making your need for happiness your greatest motivation for your relationships and choices in life. Join me with Aaron and Jennifer Smith for this encouraging, life-giving conversation. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/41

Today, you’ll get six research and Scripture-based strategies to overcome sadness. We all feel down in the dumps sometimes so we need to know how to dump the dumps and overcome the sadness! We can’t always prevent it, but we can prevent it from hijacking our lives. So, overcomers, let’s dive into some practical encouragement. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/40

A blessing is supposed to be far more than what you get after you sneeze. It is from God to you. And, it is through you to others. Today, you’ll learn from author Tina Boesch how to know that God’s blessing is for you. Plus, you’ll have a chance to win her book and get some free blessing cards to download. It's time to live blessing and give blessing. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/39

Today, you can take a break and stop trying to fix it. Some of the things in your life that you are trying to fix aren't fixable because they aren't problems to fix—they are facts to accept. On this episode, you’ll find the freedom that comes from learning the difference. You’ll also get three things to do if you are in fix-it mode! By the time you click the off button, you’ll be celebrating that what feels out of your hands is never out of God’s control. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/38

When it comes to being judgmental, we’ve all blown it! But, we don’t have to be judgmental people; we can be people of good judgment. So, today we’ll determine the difference. You’ll learn four ways to know if you have a judgmental spirit and how to choose discernment instead. This will be interesting so let’s figure it out together. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/37

Do you find yourself feeling discouraged when you read your news feed or see the news headlines? Well, on this episode, you’ll find the cure for the common headline. Emmy Award-winning TV reporter Bobby Lewis will give you a Scriptural framework and a hope-filled roadmap to navigate the bad news, whether it's on your TV or in your life. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/36

When heartbreak weighs you down, God’s comfort can carry you. If you’ve experienced any kind of loss or discouragement, this Scripture-packed episode will give you two ways to experience God’s comfort. You’re not alone so put in your earbuds and get your cup of faith refilled as you laugh and learn with Jennifer and KC. God’s comfort is as close as your heartbreak. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/35

Shame sets you in the center of your thoughts and makes you feel like you’re the only one. Shame scolds you, tries to convince you that who you are is wrong or bad. Shame separates. It isolates you from truth and makes you feel worthless. So, today you’ll hear a big “Shame off you!” You will learn the difference between shame and guilt, analyze if your body is speaking the language of shame, and discover how Jesus' love covers shame. This episode will set you free to drop shame and pick up grace instead! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/34

You know that frustration you feel when you just can’t get on the same page with your husband or your roommate or your boss or your BFF? It’s discouraging, isn’t it? Our relationships start with a “doing life together” mindset. But without even realizing it, the me-versus-you mentality can take over. On this episode, author Ashleigh Slater helps us shift from me versus you to team us! You'll learn how to make patience practical, see conflict as an adventure, and cultivate light-heartedness in all your relationships. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/33

When your path takes an unexpected turn or gets bumpy, even that right path can feel wrong. Yet, just because something is hard doesn’t mean it isn't right. On this episode, discover the purpose for your path and how you can thrive wherever your Shepherd leads you. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/32

Criticism can knock the wind out of you and make you want to run and hide. On this episode, you’ll get 2 ways to respond if the wind gets knocked out of you and learn how grace is a trampoline that helps you bounce back. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/30

Jennifer’s husband Phil tells all on this fun, tender, and unfiltered episode. Find out how they met, how they navigate working together with being married, and how their life together has been shaped by blindness. You’ll laugh and be inspired and learn some practical tips on how to do life when it isn’t easy. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/29

Lots of choices? No idea what to do? On this episode, you’ll get 3 Scriptures to pray when you just don’t know what to do. Learn how to use the Bible to get S.E.T. on the best path for you and discover how God’s Word can be your GPS. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/28

God is the original Foodie. That’s what Margaret Feinberg says. On this episode, she and Jennifer will help you examine the purpose of food. You’ll learn about several foods in the Bible and end up with a greater appetite to taste and see how good God is. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/27

Happiness and joy are far more than emotions you feel, they’re expressions of your faith. On this episode, discover what the Bible says about being happy and learn three things you can do that are proven to promote happiness even when life isn’t handing out grins. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/26

Jennifer shares candidly about her experience with depression and answers your questions ranging from “Is it unspiritual to take medicine?” to “How do I help someone struggling with depression?” It's unplanned and unplugged and unpredictable, so join us! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/25

The Bible can guide your steps, make you wise, and bring you peace, which is why you need to know how to study it on your own. On this episode, learn the Four C Bible Study Method so you’ll know how to get the most out of your time in God's Word. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/24

You can’t always eliminate friction, but you can keep it from escalating. Learn 4 practical and biblical ways to deal with conflict when sandpaper people rub you the wrong way so conflict won’t ruin your day or your relationships. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/23

New seasons are transitions in our lives and often, they’re disorienting. You may find yourself asking big questions like, "Who am I?" or "What do I do now?" Pull up a chair and get honest with Jennifer and Caroline about embracing new seasons with purpose. And, you’ll get four practical strategies for navigating a new season of life—no matter what it is. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/22

If you’re shaky in the confidence department, you are in good company. In this episode, you'll discover how four spiritual superstars lacked confidence and acted with courage anyway. Plus, you'll learn biblical strategies to help you disagree with your fear and depend on God to make you brave. Because confidence is a feeling; courage is a choice. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/21

You can't always avoid the wait, but you can avoid wasting the wait. Singer-songwriter Meredith Andrews joins Jennifer and shares how she learned to wait well when God gives a yellow light. You'll hear Meredith's personal story as you discover 4 things you can do to find purpose during the pause. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/20

When our need to please gets out of whack we do all the right things for all the wrong reasons. On this episode, determine whether your need to please enslaves you or serves God. Plus, you'll learn 3 biblical motivations that will help you ditch your people pleasing ways. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/19

Her husband survived a brain tumor but her life has never been the same. Is it really a blessing in disguise? We all experience hard things we didn’t plan but God can use them to give us even deeper and broader blessings if we open our hearts and our hands to receive. Hear Laura Story’s story and learn 3 practical ways you can live with open hands instead of hands balled in fists of anger or control. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/18

We don’t want to just love Philippians 4:13, we want to live the verse! The same power that raised Christ from the dead is the same power that is in you. So, how do you access that power? How do you live the “I can” life when you’re faced with so many “wish I could’s?” Learn the 2 ways you can respond to whatever you face and experience the power of Christ in you every day of the year. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/17

What do you get when you have two friends, a stack of index cards of random questions, and absolutely no prep? This episode! Listen in as KC asks Jennifer unrehearsed, unexpected, and unplanned audience questions. “Did you really propose to your husband?” “Do you ever ask God why?” “How do you speak with no notes?” and ”Where do I start if I want to be a writer?” are just a few topics you’ll hear. Plus, Jennifer and KC compare their pet dogs and even talk some theology. Wherever you are in life, there is something in this episode that will speak right to you. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/16

Karen Kingsbury and Michael O'Brien join us for Christmas Cheer at the 4:13 Podcast! You'll hear a precious poem read by New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury plus musician Michael O'Brien is singing two beautiful songs from his album of Christmas music. So, get your favorite holiday mug filled with cocoa and let's celebrate Christmas! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/15

You are not the “be-tolerated,” you are the “be-loved!” Today you’ll celebrate that your acceptance has nothing to do with your status, behavior, or performance and everything to do with the God who loves you. Discover practical ways to embrace your redeemed identity so you don’t stray from your source of self and lose your sense of self. Your identity is not your failure or past. Your identity is not your success or virtues. Your identity is not what you do, what you did, haven’t done, should have done, or wished you’d done. Your identity is a loved, accepted, and complete woman who God calls beloved. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/14

Constantly seeking control will wear you out! Angie Smith should know. Join her conversation with Jennifer and hear how God taught Angie to seek Him more than seeking control when she lost her baby, Audrey. You’ll learn how to set aside your agenda and stop settling for less. Today is your day to find the freedom to depend on God rather than demand control! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/13

Life comes with all sorts of stuff like joy, laughter, and stress. But, it does not come with a rewind button! We can’t rewind and redo what we regret. But, we can do something to prevent some of the regrets. You can get free from the guilt that chains you to regret and learn how to avoid it in the future by rethinking, reframing, and redeeming. No matter what you’ve done, you can live with less regret by asking yourself these simple questions. BONUS! Stay to the end for a new "Stuff I Love" segment! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/12

You can be thankful in all things, even if you’re not thankful for all things. Learn 4 habits of thankful people that can improve your health and relationships. Plus, see how God hard-wired you to be thankful so you can be blessed! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/11

If God’s ways are right, why do they feel so wrong? God can be just even when He doesn’t seem fair. On this episode, Jennifer candidly explains how she accepts God’s ways when it comes to her blindness and equips you with 4 choices you can make when life feels unfair. You ’ll receive the courage and comfort to trust God even when you don’t like or understand His ways. BONUS! Stay until the end to hear Jennifer sing her song "Take Me to the Cross." SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/10

You’ve heard of Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee. This is more like women on wheels with water bottles! On this episode, Jennifer talks with Liz Curtis Higgs about how our ability to laugh is tied to our willingness to trust God. Hop in the back seat with Jennifer and Liz, and get ready to learn why you can trust God and experience joy, no matter what. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/09

Not every situation is good, but you can experience good when you 4:8 your thoughts. You will learn practical techniques for grabbing the good from life’s not-so-good moments and find out how a 4:8 filter will help you focus your thoughts when you’re tempted to think with your feelings. BONUS! Get a peek into one of Jennifer's favorite talking tools in "Stuff I Love" at the end of the episode! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/08

Worry is just lethal meditation. When you worry, you’re focusing on the problem. You’re fixating on what might happen. You’re mulling over your fears or constantly pondering the worst-case scenario. But, you can strip worry of its power by turning your worry meditation into a truth meditation. You’ll learn how to eliminate worry words from your vocabulary and turn the impulse to worry into an invitation to let go. BONUS! Jennifer's "Stuff I Love" segment is back again and you'll love this week's item! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/07

Disappointment does not have to color your days, dictate your moods, or determine your future. When life hands you a big disappointment, it’s easy to lose hope. No matter what loss you’ve experienced, disappointment is not the boss of you. Gain inspiration from a woman who lived with disappointment for over 80 years. Plus, learn 3 things to tell yourself when you feel disappointed so you, like her, never lose hope.  BONUS! Stay until the end to listen to our very first installment of Jennifer's "Stuff I Love" - it's just 2 minutes and you'll be glad you did! SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/06

We all feel the impulse to quit from time to time. You know, you’re just not up for one more task, one more smile, or one more issue. You’re tired and barely hanging on. Learn how to R.E.S.T and uncover a formula for mental toughness that will help you persevere when you feel like calling it quits. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/05

You can’t always keep from getting angry, but you can keep anger from getting the best of you. When you’re mad, you may be sparky or you may simmer. Either way, you can make good choices when you're angry so it doesn’t mess with your joy. Discover how to develop 5 practical skills to keep a spark of anger from becoming an explosion you regret. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/04

What do you say when you talk to yourself? Your words matter because you matter. You will learn the three R’s of truthful self-talk and start replacing the lies that shackle you with the truth that sets you free. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/03

When your to-do list is big and your stamina is small, you need a practical “not-to-do"! Jennifer will show you how to live less overwhelmed as she unpacks Psalm 61:2. So, get out your to-do list and a pen because you’re about to mark some things off the list and live less overwhelmed. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/02

Fear is a feeling, faith is a choice. Learn how to get free from the worry that fear creates and discover three ways to respond with faith when fear tries to get the best of you. SHOW NOTES: 413podcast.com/01

Why the 4:13 Podcast? On this introduction episode, you will discover how 4:13 has helped blind author and speaker Jennifer Rothschild navigate the inevitable "can't" of blindness—and how it can help you be and do more than you feel capable of. On the 4:13 Podcast, we will get real about life's not so simple moments and learn to apply 4:13 to whatever we face! SHOW WEBSITE: 413podcast.com