Welcome to "Grace & Grit," a podcast where we explore the intersection of faith and perseverance. Join us as we dive into stories of triumph over adversity, grounded in the grace of God. Each episode, we unpack biblical principles and practical insights to encourage you on your journey of overcoming challenges. Whether you're navigating setbacks, doubt, or difficult circumstances, our aim is to inspire and equip you with the spiritual resilience needed to thrive. Together, let's discover how God's grace empowers us to embrace life's trials with unwavering grit. ...
Posted by Shana Strange on 08/13/2024
At one point in our life, we all experience unwanted change, adversity, and loss, leading to varying degrees of grief. Many of us get stuck reliving what happened, existing more in the past than living in the present. In her TEDx Talk, Julia shares a framework anyone can use to triumph over adversity, process the most profound grief, and move forward stronger no matter what happened or how long ago. Julia has faced an inordinate amount of tragedy and loss in her life. Those experiences unwittingly led her to discover a unique perspective on grief and loss - more specifically,...
Posted by Julia Nicholson on 02/19/2024
Beth, a resilient and faith-driven individual, brings a wealth of experience as a military wife, discipleship mentor, and author. Having traversed a 25-year journey alongside her husband's career in the Air Force, Beth's life transformed through faith and discipleship, leading her to minister to others.Her profound commitment to community and discipleship is evident in the small-group Bible studies she initiated for military couples worldwide. A testament to her unwavering faith, Beth's journey includes a miraculous story of overcoming infertility through adoption and a profound surrender...
Posted by Beth Runkle on 02/16/2024
Can I Live With Joy Ever Again? When Patricia Cameron’s husband passed away suddenly at 45, that was her burning question. Life without him seemed utterly impossible. He’d been her rock, inspiration, and one of the crazy ones who lived life to the absolute full, and constantly inspired Patricia and their three sons to do the same. She couldn’t imagine living with joy ever again. Then God stepped in and changed everything. If you’ve dealt with the devastating loss of your spouse, Patricia has powerful news for you. You can move from survival mode to "thrive-al"...
Posted by Patricia Cameron on 02/02/2024
Can I Live With Joy Ever Again? When Patricia Cameron’s husband passed away suddenly at 45, that was her burning question. Life without him seemed utterly impossible. He’d been her rock, inspiration, and one of the crazy ones who lived life to the absolute full, and constantly inspired Patricia and their three sons to do the same. She couldn’t imagine living with joy ever again. Then God stepped in and changed everything. If you’ve dealt with the devastating loss of your spouse, Patricia has powerful news for you. You can move from survival mode to “thrive-al”...
Posted by Patricia Cameron on 02/02/2024
On this 50 minute radio show hosted in Denmark with a listenership of 25,000, 40% of whom are in the US, Sue Bowles and Louisa 'Wizzi' Magnussen talk about life's traumas and what it takes to not only survive but even thrive after healing from it. Sharing more about the Dare to Believe Movement, Sue candidly shares her story, what she has learned, and the deep healing God has brought to her life when she 'took a risk on love.' Nestled within the radio show is a 6 song playlist personally selected by Sue to supplement the message, featuring music from a variety of Christian...
Posted by Sue Bowles on 08/01/2023
One question, and your answer makes all the difference! Do you believe that you matter? What would it look like to operate in the truth that God not only loves you, He likes you, and is absolutely head over heels in love with you?! Permanent, God-honoring change does not occur until this question is settled in your heart. Life events can cast doubt on the answer, feeling disqualified. At the crossroads of hurt and healing is Hope, and hope comes from settling the question once and for all. As ‘Chief Instigator’ of the newly launched Dare to Believe Movement, Sue invites the audience...
Posted by Sue Bowles on 01/18/2023
Evelyn Leite, MHR, LPC, is a survivor of abuse, anxiety and depression who is now 41 years sober with 28 years of experience in the addiction and mental health fields. During this interview with host, Marnie Swedberg, she shares openly and with purpose about: Living through depression, brain fog and confusionHow surrendering to God’s love changes everythingWhy wounded women compartmentalize (and how to help them ??become whole??)Helping women see they are OK (that the "stuff" simply is not theirs)The soul-destroying habit of self-blame and how to help your women finally...
Posted by Evelyn Leite on 11/02/2022
Meet Evelyn Leite and her wild life of abuse and depression. This is a story you could not make up with more twists and turns than a high-octane rollercoaster. Discover how: She came to believe she was OK. The "stuff" simply was not hers The soul-destroying habit of self-blame was finally left behind A spooky incident by the roadside literally saved her life It is possible to heal and thrive, no matter what life throws at you ...
Posted by Evelyn Leite on 09/26/2022
Your Emotions Matters! Your emotional life matters. It's closely related to your mental health, and it effects your physical health. Being emotionally healthy empowers you to thrive in life. Download and write in this FREE 30 Day Journal to: Track your emotions through awareness and mindfulness.Inspire you with positive quotes every day.Empower an intentional life....
Posted by Danielle Bernock on 06/27/2022
Worn out. Disappointed. Done. Are you tired? Have you been wounded or nearly defeated by life? With refreshing condor and raw emotion, Amy gives the gift of hope and renewal to women who are in the midst of disappointments and pain. She describes her own struggle in choosing the road of sweetness when fears, lies and insecurity threatened to bang down the door of her hurting heart. with every set back, Amy felt like she was growing old...but not growing up. Ugliness was winning over true beauty-until she finally embraced the hard stuff of life with Jesus, the one One who could empower...
Posted by Amy Stout on 06/02/2022
The last few years have been hard in so many ways. This is my gift to fellow mommas. I created this Mom's Guide to Not Just Surviving but Thriving at the peak of Covid for moms because I know how difficult motherhood can be and how more difficult it became during that time. I've also learned some valuable lessons in my years of motherhood I'm hoping other moms will find helpful as they navigate their days. This resource is filled with practical, applicable suggestions on how to thrive and learn to soar as a mom and woman! ...
Posted by Natalie Dawn Hanson on 02/08/2022