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  • 248. Soul Care Is More Important Than Self Care -- Jodi Snowdon

    248. Soul Care Is More Important Than Self Care -- Jodi Snowdon
    Feb 9 2026

    What do you think is the most important thing in life? Would it be what you do--- Your job? Maybe your accomplishments? Your Hard Work? Your reputation? All of that is what people see from the outside. Or would it be what happens on the inside---- That deep rooted growth that happens where no one really sees it-- it is invisible?

    I think it has to do with what happens in the inner part of our life. I love this quote, "The most important thing in your life is not what you do, but about who you become." Today, I am so excited to highlight this book, *Soul Keeping by John Ortberg. The subtitle says Caring for the Most Important Part of You. Our Soul! I know you are going to learn so much from John's book -- it is full of wisdom.

    I share about John Mark Comer's Book, *The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry. My dad and I were both reading this book at the same time back in December 2024, so he was my podcast guest as we talked about this book. Check out Depth Podcast Episode 224

    *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!
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    17 min
  • 247. Strong and Secure Devotional -- Lynn Cowell & Michelle Nietert

    247. Strong and Secure Devotional -- Lynn Cowell & Michelle Nietert
    Jan 26 2026
    Do you want to feel strong and secure in this New Year 2026? I don't know about you, but I definitely do. So I am so excited to have Lynn Cowell and Michelle Nietert back on the podcast to talk about their new devotional, *Strong and Secure. It is written for young women, high schoolers and college aged. But I have to say, the truths in the book are for any woman, because their book is all about getting to know our Heavenly Father. In the introduction, it says, "The more we know our Father, the stronger we will be in life. You can become secure in your faith, let go of your doubts, and receive reassurance that He loves you, is there for you, and is working in your life. When we know our heavenly Father, our anxiety calms. Racing minds slow down. Rest comes." This sounds amazing, so I am excited for you to hear the wisdom in this episode. Also, I am so excited for someone to win a copy of Michelle and Lynn's book: *Strong and Secure. All the details of the book giveaway are on my website at jodisnowdon.com or you can click this direct link: https://kingsumo.com/g/3odvd9m/strong-and-secure-devotional-giveaway It is fun to have Michele and Lynn back on the Podcast! If you missed my first conversation with them about their book, *Loved & Cherished, please check out Episode 51 on the Depth podcast. Love this devotional they wrote for girls. Their second book, *Managing Your Emojis. is one I wish I had when I was younger. Michelle, a counselor, gives many practical tools for us parents and for our kids too! Please check out Episode 180 on the Depth Podcast. Book Recommendations: *The Father Heart of God by Floyd McClung*The Familiar Stranger by Tyler Staton*God on Mute by Pete Greig*Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer*Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer Lynn Cowell is part of the Proverbs 31 Ministries contributor team, investing in women of all ages. She is the author of several books, including *Loved & Cherished and Fearless Women of the Bible. Lynn calls home North Carolina, where she and her husband, Greg, and the occasional backyard deer are living life as "just us." Along with their children, the Cowells enjoy hiking, making pizza together, and anything that combines chocolate and peanut butter. Connect with Lynn at www.LynnCowell.com or on social media using @LynnCowell. Licensed Professional Counselor of over 25 years and founder/clinical director of www.communitycounselingassociates.com, Michelle Nietert is the coauthor of the bestselling books *Strong and Secure, *Loved & Cherished, and *Managing Your Emojis, award-winning books Make Up Your Mind, and the Bringing Big Emotions to a Bigger God series God, I Feel Sad/Scared. A popular speaker on topics regarding mental health, faith, and parenting, she is a frequent guest on national television and podcasts, and hosts the Raising Mentally Healthy Kids podcast. She and her husband Drew have been married over 20 years with two teenage children. Connect with Michelle at www.YourMentalHealthCoach.com. *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. T
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    46 min
  • 246. Book Recommendation: The Well Watered Woman -- Jodi Snowdon

    246. Book Recommendation: The Well Watered Woman -- Jodi Snowdon
    Jan 12 2026

    Happy New Year! Have you ever read a book, and there is a quote that stands out to you? It really captivates you with the words on it!

    I have to tell you about this book I read back in 2025. It was in the summer where I had taken a sabbatical after my dad passed away, and I had gotten this book from a friend called *The Well Watered Woman. At the beginning of the book, after a couple pages, this is what is says, "You don't have to be blooming to be growing." I immediately paused and thought, Oh my goodness, I needed to hear that today. Maybe you need to hear it too.

    This week on the podcast, I will share some of my favorite truths from this book, *The Well Watered Woman by Gretchen Saffles. The book has so many great takeaways and words of wisdom that I know will encourage you as you start this new year, 2026. If you are looking for a great book to read too, I highly recommend this one.

    Depth Podcast Episode links and Book Recommendations to Grow your Roots Deep:

    • *Depth: Growing Through Heartbreak to Strength by Jodi Snowdon. What if your greatest heartbreak catapults you to your greatest growth?
    • *Thrive by Mark Hall
    • Depth Podcast Episode 114: I talk with Banning Liebscher about his book, *Rooted: The Hidden Places Where God Wants to Develop You. He says that God wants to grow you on the inside before he ever grows you on the outside. This hidden growth is so important.
    • Depth Podcast Episode 115: I share practically how to grow deeper roots!
    • Depth Podcast Episode 210 with Angie Baughman on the 5 Step Bible Study Method.

    *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!
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    14 min
  • 245. How To Expand Your Kids Emotional Literacy Using Books -- Jodi Snowdon

    245. How To Expand Your Kids Emotional Literacy Using Books -- Jodi Snowdon
    Dec 8 2025

    Did you grow up in a house that talked about their emotions? Are you talking with your kids about their emotions? Emotional Literacy is so important, and I am so passionate about giving tools to others to help them in their parenting.

    Last week, I shared 5 books that I read with my kids that helped them grow deeper in their faith (Depth Podcast Episode 244). This week, I want to share 5 books that I did not have when my kids were young; they had not been written yet. They are all about emotional literacy, and they are phenomenal. I cannot wait to share them with you, and I hope you will add them to your library at home.

    1. Any Day Emotions by Debra Fileta

    2. *What Am I Feeling by Dr. Josh & Christi Straub

    3. *God, I Feel Sad by Michelle Nietert & Tama Fortner

    Note: In the Series, they also have *God, I Feel Scared.

    4. *Managing Your Emojis by Michelle Nietert & Lynn Cowell

    To hear more about this amazing book, check out my interview with Michelle back in 2023. Link to Depth Podcast Episode 180

    5. *The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld

    Lastly, I teach an emotional literacy tool when I speak to mom's groups that I would love to share with you. Check out my post titled: How to Help Your Children Name Their Feelings?

    *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!
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    17 min
  • 244. Five Favorite Children's Books That Will Grow Their Faith -- Jodi Snowdon

    244. Five Favorite Children's Books That Will Grow Their Faith -- Jodi Snowdon
    Dec 1 2025

    Do you like to read to your kids or grandkids? Do you like to find Christian books with strong messages in them? Maybe it is about their identity in Christ? Maybe it is about worry and anxiety because I know that is a struggle for so many kids? Or maybe it is about helping them walk through hard circumstances?

    I am so excited to share with you five of my favorite children's books that I read with my own kids! These books all have strong Christian themes and will help your kids grow deeper in their faith. This is actually Part 1 of a two-part episode, so I cannot wait to give you some great children's book recommendations for the Holidays.

    Also, I am so excited for someone to win a copy of Max Lucado's book: *You Are Special. All the details of the book giveaway are on my website at jodisnowdon.com or you can click this direct link: https://kingsumo.com/g/m2d8v73/you-are-special-book-giveaway

    I go into detail about each book on the episode, but I wanted to share a quick list of them below!

    1. *You Are Special by Max Lucado

    2. *Your Special Gift by Max Lucado

    3. *It Will Be Okay by Lysa Terkeurst

    4. *Win or Lose I Love You! by Lysa Terkeurst

    5. Jesus Calling: 365 Devotions for Kids

    *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!
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    17 min
  • 243. A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul -- Becky Keife

    243. A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul -- Becky Keife
    Nov 17 2025

    Do you struggle with anxiety? Do you often worry or have fears? I have the greatest resource for you!

    I am so excited to have Becky Keife back on the podcast. Her new book is called *A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul: 100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave. This book is so good and full of truth. You are going to love hearing the peace practices Becky recommends as well as how to inhale truth and exhale trust. We talk about overcoming lies of the enemy and how to help someone else who struggles with anxiety. You do not want to miss this episode.

    Also, I am so excited for someone to win a copy of Becky's book: *A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul. All the details of the book giveaway are on my website at jodisnowdon.com or you can click this direct link: https://kingsumo.com/g/m7gewdm/a-verse-a-day-for-the-anxious-soul-book-giveaway

    It is fun to have Becky back on the Podcast a second time! If you missed my first conversation with her about her book, *The Simple Difference, please check out Depth Podcast Episode 110. Becky shares the big impact from small kindness.

    Book Recommendations:

    • *Living Fearless by Jamie Winship
    • *Soul Care by Rob Reimer

    Becky Keife is the author of *A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul, and a Bible teacher, speaker, and author passionate about helping people hear God's voice, embrace their true identity, and step into their purpose. A dedicated mental health advocate, Becky equips individuals and churches to understand anxiety biblically and experience Jesus wholly. She loves long naps, puffy clouds, and shady trails. Becky lives in Southern California with her husband and three always-hungry teenage sons.

    *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!
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    41 min
  • 242. Special Bonus Episode on the STRENGTH Acrostic in Depth Book

    242. Special Bonus Episode on the STRENGTH Acrostic in Depth Book
    Nov 10 2025
    In honor of my book relaunch, I am sharing this special STRENGTH acrostic episode that I recorded in 2023 around the one-year birthday of my first edition of Depth. You are going to learn so much for Evelyn Sherwood! Have you ever felt the presence of God? Have you ever felt Him close to you? I know for me, I felt the presence of God the most in the middle of my hard seasons: my divorce, the loss of my friend, and my miscarriage. Maybe you can relate. This week on the podcast, I am so excited to have Evelyn Sherwood. She is a friend of mine who sadly has walked through many hardships. One of the things we talk about today is just how much she felt the presence of God in the middle of this hard season. She actually says this amazing quote (I am going to give you a little sneak peek because it is so good). She says, "The sweetness of His presence far surpassed the pain of my suffering." Evelyn has so much wisdom to share with you. So, we are going to be going through the acrostic. Today we look at S which stands for Seek God and Invite Him Into the pain. I am so excited for you to hear the wisdom from Evelyn of how she was able to seek God and invite Him into the middle of her pain. She went through an intense 18 month season where there was one storm after another, so you do not want to miss the truth she shares! Below are the other letters from the STRENGTH acrostic in my Depth book! I will be showing all the interviews over on YouTube- one each week! Here is the link to Evelyn's YouTube episode: https://youtu.be/aiIr2SdUyoY Seek God and Invite Him into the Pain -- Depth Podcast Episode 188Tearfully Allow Yourself Time to Grieve and Process the Emotions -- Depth Podcast Episode 189Replace your Finite View with God's Infinite Perspective -- Depth Podcast Episode 190Embrace God's Character Development in the Midst of the Chaos -- Depth Podcast Episode 191Never Lose Sight of God's Grace -- Depth Podcast Episode 193Give Praise to God Even as Your Heart Breaks -- Depth Podcast Episode 194Trust God is Good When Your Mind is Doubting and You Don't Understand -- Depth Podcast Episode 195Honestly Share Your Story and Help Another Hurting Heart -- Depth Podcast Episode 196 Evelyn wrote a post for my Heartbreak to Strength Story Blog Series back in 2021. The title of her post was Finding Strength in the Middle of the Storm, and I cannot wait for you to read her powerful article. Book Recommendations: *Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vreogop (Check out Depth Podcast Episode 219 with Mark about Lament.)*Breath as Prayer by Jennifer Tucker (Check out Depth Podcast Episode 215 where I talk more about this amazing book) Evelyn Sherwood is a trusted soul-care guide, speaker, and blogger who has served in pastoral ministry for thirty-five years. Sherwood serves an active and growing audience through her blog, evelynsherwood.com, and her bi-weekly subscription devotional Hope for the Journey, encouraging her readers to grab hold of hope in the trials by helping them recall God's work in their past. Nothing puts a smile on her face more than sharing about the faithfulness of God with a friend over a steaming cup of cappuccino or iced peach tea. On a summer evening, you might spot Evelyn and her husband, Steve, driving through Indiana farmlands in a canary yellow '47 Ford pickup or enjoying an outdoor movie night in their backyard with their eight grandkids. You can connect with Evelyn on her website, on Instagram, and you can sign up for her weekly devotional. Check out Evelyn's amazing books: *Just Breathe by Evelyn Sherwood*Comfort and Joy by Evelyn Sherwood*Small Steps Matter: 30 Reminders to Breathe Through Life's Uncertainties by Evelyn Sherwood *Note: If you are interested in purchasing this book or the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!
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    52 min
  • 241. Special Chapter Reading on the Cracked Clay Pot in the Depth Book -- Jodi Snowdon

    241. Special Chapter Reading on the Cracked Clay Pot in the Depth Book -- Jodi Snowdon
    Nov 4 2025

    Do you know my favorite chapter in my book, Depth? It is kind of like asking, "Who is your favorite child" to someone who has kids. It is very hard to narrow it down to one chapter. But one of my favorite things to talk about besides trees is my broken pot----my cracked clay pot where God taught me so much about brokenness.

    Today, the Depth book is being re-launched! I am so excited that the print copy is available today, November 4th! So, to honor that, I thought I would read this special chapter in my book. God taught me so much that weekend that I broke my clay pot, and I cannot wait to read this chapter to you.

    If you are feeling broken, like for me, I went through a divorce. Or life circumstances are beating you down and you feel shattered; this chapter is for you! There is so much truth in this chapter and friend, there is beauty in the brokenness. I know it is hard to see it, but I hope this chapter will give you some hope and encouragement!

    For more details about my book launch, head over to my website or click this link directly on Amazon!
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    16 min