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What is it about the hard questions in life that make us sink back and avoid them? Is it the awkwardness? The unknown? The not fully understanding the topic? It could be any number of these things or others but what we are asking this week on the podcast is, why not talk about it?

That's why the wonderful and talented Kendall Mariah wrote this book on this very topic. She isn't afraid to go to those hard topics and talk about them. She knows that when we do, our faith can be strengthened. why? Because when we take those hard topics to God he is faithful to respond and meet us right where we are. What a great God we serve!

So many people are looking back to 2016, and for Kendall, in 2016 she founded Unapologetic Ministry, a blog and community focused on topics that are often-taboo in the church--infertility, depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, just to name a few. She is an influencer, author and Bible study leader. Kendall and her husband, Justin, are currently remodeling a 1937 colonial home in their hometown of Benson, North Carolina, where she loves to share a glimpse into their small-town life.

This is one of those books you will want to read with a friend so you can practice those hard conversations in a safe place.

Conversation Highlights:

• All of scripture is connected & it’s overarching theme is the story of God’s redeeming plan
• We can have the same determined loyalty as Ruth in following Christ
• A daily desire to be in relationship with God can be simple
• Jesus shows us what a relationship with God looks like so we can be redeemed
• God will faithfully meet you with his redeeming love when you go to scripture

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Happy Valentines week! I pray you are feeling loved by those around you but especially by God. I know valentines can be a hard season for some and that's why this week we are focusing on a love that never fails, never leaves us and that redeemed us.

You're going to love this conversation with Stephanie because we go into more detail about Ruth, her story and how we see God's love all throughout it! Let me introduce you to Steph though!

Stephanie Watson is passionate about helping women discover the beauty of God’s Word through community and fellowship. After more than 11 years of leading and participating in Bible Study Fellowship, she started The Table, a women’s Bible study ministry at her home church, where she continues to write, teach and encourage women in their faith journeys. Stephanie is currently deepening her knowledge and love for the Lord through classes at Dallas Theological Seminary, where she is working toward her Master of Arts in Christian Leadership. Stephanie and her husband, Matt, along with their two children, have been active members of St. Andrew Methodist Church for 14 years.

Conversation Highlights:

• All of scripture is connected & it’s overarching theme is the story of God’s redeeming plan
• We can have the same determined loyalty as Ruth in following Christ
• A daily desire to be in relationship with God can be simple
• Jesus shows us what a relationship with God looks like so we can be redeemed
• God will faithfully meet you with his redeeming love when you go to scripture

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The idea that we have the potential to burn down our own house and not even know it seems absurd... until it isn't. I'm not talking about our physical house, I'm talking about marriage. Things like contempt, bitterness and unforgiveness creep in and we don't know it until it seems like it too late.

Lindsey Maestas is a writer and podcast host known for saying the hard things gently. Recognized as a renowned relationship expert, writer, speaker, and entrepreneur, she reaches millions globally. She has made her mark through her honest teaching style and widely acclaimed podcast, Living Easy with Lindsey, which has attracted a devoted audience of over three million listeners. The show blends emotional depth with real-life vulnerability, tackling everything from postpartum struggles and navigating difficult adult friendships to building stronger intimacy in marriage and studying the Bible with clarity.

At the core of Lindsey’s impact is The Wife Project: From Roommates to Soulmates, a biblical marriage course that has helped tens of thousands of women worldwide create connection and find real purpose in their relationships. Through candid storytelling and biblically grounded wisdom, Lindsey helps her audience build relationships that feel safe and honest—not perfect. Her content is part pep talk, part tough love, and all heart, designed to make you stop settling for a life of “fine” because you were created for far more. Lindsey lives in Nashville, Tennessee, with her husband and two boys.

Conversation Highlights:

• We can not replace relationship community with scrolling on social
• You are not a failure because you have a hard marriage
• Shame plays a big part in division inside of marriage
• Contempt easily sneaks in and causes major issues
• We need to be direct about our needs, speak the truth in love
• Expect more of yourself than you do of your spouse

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