Mother’s Day brings a range of emotions for many people. In this bonus Mother’s Day episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with my 17-year-old grandson, Luke, who was adopted when he was 18 months old. Together, we talk about the complexities of his situation and how more than one thing can be true—something can be both good and hard at the same time.

In this wrap-up of season one, I talk about Peter stepping out of the boat in Matthew 14. He was able to walk on water because his eyes were fixed on Jesus. This podcast has been a step of faith and a humbling, learning experience. I want to encourage you to keep your eyes on Jesus as you step out of the boat. No storm can keep Him from coming to you.

So many of us are misinformed or even uninformed about the third person of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit. In this week’s episode, I was able to talk to Sarah Jo about the life changing effect of having a relationship with the Holy Spirit. Sarah Jo shares her own inspirational story of the Holy Spirit breathing life into her after a painful period of struggling with her faith and wondering if it was even real. If you’re feeling dry in your faith or you don’t have a good understanding of who the Holy Spirit is or what He can do in your life, then this episode is for you!

Life is messy, and part of being able to cultivate genuine connection with others is being honest about the messiness in your life. On this week’s episode, I sat down with Jane, who has taught me so much about leadership and relationships. We were able to talk about what true hospitality is and what it looks like to come alongside someone in their mess. I pray this episode blesses you and inspires you to step out in faith and build relationships with others.

What happens when God calls you to walk in a direction that makes no sense to the rest of the world? On this week’s episode, I talk to a very special young woman who, after a traumatic experience, realized that God was calling her away from the corporate ladder she was climbing and to trust Him with her next steps. Settle in to listen to this incredible story that shows us that when we listen to God’s voice and follow His leading, He will take care of the rest!

I’m so excited to be able to share with you the story of someone who has lived life well. In this week’s podcast I was able to sit down and talk with my husband’s 88-year-old aunt, Wilma, about living a purposeful life and building a Godly legacy. Whether you have received a Godly heritage from the ones who came before you or you are just starting to build one for the generations to come, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss!

Prayer is absolutely life changing, yet so often we are hindered from praying because we believe it is a skill we have to master or because we are simply soul weary. Join me as we talk to my good friend, Margaret, about the profound power of prayer in our lives and how we can pursue prayer with the mindset of connection rather than perfection. This episode will touch you and make you want to start pursuing prayer in your life in a whole new way!

Walking in faith is not easy: my daughter Carter knows this firsthand. Today, Carter joins me to share about how God has guided her through the difficult journey to motherhood. This is one episode you won’t want to miss—grab your iced coffee and settle in for a beautiful testimony of faithfulness and hope.

My faith journey began with an unsettling. A literal longing for something more than this world had to offer. What I learned was that having everything “all together” wasn’t the way to soul satisfaction. In this episode of Rooted and Radiant, I share how God captured my heart and opened my eyes to His will for my life.

This is a gathering place. And, friend, you are welcome here. Rooted and Radiant was created to be a virtual community for women of faith—here, you will find real-life, everyday stories of God’s presence. I’m so excited to go on this journey with you! Rooted and Radiant Season One officially drops Friday, June 2! Join us on Fridays wherever you get your podcasts.