In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa talks with author and speaker Tera Elness about her daily habit of reading the Bible and how it has become a living, breathing relationship with God. What began as reading a book has grown into an ongoing conversation with the Author Himself. Tera shares insights from her devotional Sitting with Jesus: A Yea…

In this heartfelt episode, Lisa talks with Darlene Larson, founder of Hearts with a Purpose, Christian Life Purpose Coach, and Grief-Loss Coach. Darlene shares from her latest book, Leading You Through the Valley: A Personalized Grief-Loss Coaching Book, a deeply personal and practical guide to walking with God through seasons of sorrow. Together, …

In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Lisa talks with author and speaker Jody Allen about her new book Hidden Heartache: Finding Courage When Your Husband Struggles with Pornography. Jody shares her story of walking through the pain of a broken marriage, navigating the fallout of her husband’s addiction, and finding courage and hope on t…

On this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa sits down with Kris Reece, Christian author, toxic relationship coach, and manipulation tactics specialist, to talk about her new book Breaking the Narcissist’s Grip. Kris equips believers to break free from controlling and emotionally destructive relationships—whether it’s a narcissistic spouse, an enmeshed…

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What if hospitality is less about perfectly folded napkins and more about opening your heart to others? In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa welcomes author and speaker Abby Kuykendall to talk about the beauty and challenge of Biblical hospitality. Abby unpacks the difference between entertaining and true hospitality, reminding us that hospital…

In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa Granger welcomes photographer and author Meshali Mitchell to share her story of heartbreak, healing, and hope from her book Restored: Partnering with God in Transforming our Broken Places. Meshali opens up about how the physical restoration of her farmhouse mirrored the restoration of her own heart and soul.…

What if the empty nest season didn’t have to feel empty at all? Author and speaker Linda Hanstra joins me on A Woman’s Heart to share wisdom from her new book, Empty-Nest Joyride: Hope, Love and Purpose on the Road to Contentment. Using the metaphor of biking and parenting, Linda helps us see this stage of life as a chance to embrace joy, strengthe…

What if one encounter with Jesus could change everything? In this solo episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa takes us through the powerful story of the Samaritan woman at the well (John 4). While many think of healing in terms of the physical—blind eyes opened, the lame walking, the dead raised—this encounter shows us that Jesus also brings emotional, r…

Have you ever wondered where Holy Spirit fits into everyday life? Without Holy Spirit, we can miss out on the power, wisdom and peace that is available to us as believers. In this episode we welcome author and speaker Jenny Randle for a heartfelt conversation about Holy Spirit’s role in our everyday lives. Jenny shares the inspiration behind her la…

Does the world seem rather chaotic these days? Have you faced a crisis that leaves you hanging on to your last thread of hope? Left unchecked, thoughts of hopelessness can spiral into despair, leaving us isolated, drained, and ready to give up. We may even start to believe the lie that our suffering has no purpose. In this Flashback Favorites conve…

Summer Reading Series with Tamera Alexander, A Millions little Choices. In this final episode of our Summer Reading Series this year, I’m joined by best-selling author Tamera Alexander for a heartfelt conversation about the choices that define us and relationships. We dive into the themes woven through her novel A Million Little Choices—friendships…

In this Flashback Favorites episode of A Woman’s Heart, we revisit a conversation with author and speaker Shannon Popkin, centered on her book Comparison Girl: Lessons from Jesus on Me-Free Living in a Measure-Up World. If you’ve ever struggled with comparing yourself to others—whether it’s your appearance, success, spiritual life, or even your rel…

In this Flashback Favorites episode, we revisit one of my favorite conversations with author and Bible teacher Erica Wiggenhorn, centered around her powerful book Letting God Be Enough: Why Striving Keeps You Stuck and How Surrender Sets You Free. We talk about the deep struggles so many of us face—fear, insecurity, imposter syndrome, and that cons…

In this powerful Flashback Favorites episode of A Woman’s Heart, we revisit a conversation with author and speaker Robyn Dykstra, diving into the heart behind her devotional book Growing Your Faith. Robyn shares how her personal journey with God has deepened her trust, how storytelling unlocks healing and connection, and why it’s vital to speak out…

Summer Reading Series with Laura Frantz, The Indigo Heiress Have you ever felt like God has given you a gift—but you’re not sure how to use it, or if you're even the right person for the job? When we struggle with God it can feel like a wilderness season, but when we surrender, we can experience reward that only God can provide. We welcome beloved …

Summer Reading Series with Lynette Eason, Serial Burn and Final Approach. Known for her gripping plots and faith-filled characters, Lynette Eason opens up about why she writes romantic suspense and how her stories are designed to do more than entertain—they equip readers to live out their faith in the middle of real-life challenges. We talk about w…

Summer Reading Series with Katie Reid, A Very Bavarian Summer. Communication challenges can create misunderstandings and distance in relationships. When communication breaks down, relationships suffer. Misunderstandings grow, frustrations build, and conflicts become harder to resolve. This is one of the things we talk about with Katie Reid and her …

Summer Reading Series with Heather Kaufman, Before the King. Heather shares her powerful journey from aspiring writer to published author of biblical fiction, focusing on her newest novel about Joanna — a courageous, often-overlooked woman in Scripture. We dive deep into the unique tension Joanna experienced as both a supporter of Jesus and the wif…

Summer Reading Series with Irene Hannon, Sunrise Reef. If you ever wondered if you could trust God with your gifts and talents, you will not want to miss this conversation with award-winning author, Irene Hannon. We talk about her journey from corporate stability to full-time author and what it looks like to discern God’s direction, step out in fai…

Summer Reading Series with Deborah Raney and Who Touches the Mountains. Looking for some hope that there is healing and redemption after the storms of life? We welcome beloved author Deborah Raney to share the inspiration behind her latest novel, Who Touches the Mountains — a deeply moving story set in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, a regio…

Summer Reading Series with Lynn H. Blackburn, Break My Fall What if the winding path you're on isn't a detour—but divine direction? In this episode of our Summer Reading Series, we're joined by the incredible Lynn H. Blackburn to talk about how God truly uses everything—every season, every twist in our journey—for His purpose and glory. Lynn opens …

Summer Reading Series Kickoff: Jill Eileen Smith, Dawn of Grace What if your past didn’t define you—and Jesus met you right where you are, with love and purpose? If we get stuck in the past we cannot walk into our future. Bestselling author Jill Eileen Smith brings Mary Magdalene’s story to life in a way that reminds us: God can use every part of y…

In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, we explore the story of the man at the Pool of Bethesda in John 5 and what it means to truly live a W.E.L.L. life—one that’s not just healed, but transformed. Jesus asked a question that echoes through time: “Do you want to be well?” But are we willing to do what it takes to say “yes”? We break it down with four …

Ever feel like you are missing out on something? FOMO is real and can affect us in many ways. In this episode we welcome Hope Reagan Harris, author of Now Over Next: Conquering the Fear of Missing Out. Together, we explore the powerful message of discovering contentment in the now, rather than chasing the endless “next.” Hope shares her personal jo…

Have you ever been disappointed by an unmet desire or longing? Rebecca George talks about her latest book, "You’re Not Too Late." Rebecca shares her personal story of waiting and longing, what led her to write the book, and the message she hopes will encourage every woman who feels like she’s behind or that her moment has passed. We get real about …

May is Stroke Awareness Month. In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Crystal Mayo, a storyteller for the soul whose life took an unexpected turn when she suffered a stroke at just 38. Crystal shares how her faith, deeply rooted in her upbringing in a beauty shop, gave her strength through recovery. She opens up about the challenges she faced,…

Have you ever felt trapped by the pressure to be perfect—constantly striving, yet never feeling like you measure up? Perfectionism can feel like an endless cycle of fear, control, and self-criticism, leaving you exhausted and disconnected from the peace God intends for you. Christine Hoy knows about the damaging effects of perfection and how to ove…

Have you ever felt unworthy? When we place our worth or value in someone else’s hand or in circumstances, we are standing in quicksand. We have no firm footing to move toward our dreams or our purpose. We are stuck and pulled down. The only way to get out is to stand on the firm foundation of God’s love for us. We are precious, honored and valuable…

Have you ever felt overlooked, unseen, unnoticed? You are not alone. In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Mary DeMuth. Mary shares powerful insights about how women have often been marginalized throughout history—both in the church and society. Together, we explore how Jesus broke cultural norms to include and empower women, and how God cons…

Being healthy is more than just looking good. It’s feeling good and living life to the fullest. In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, we welcome Shemane Nugent to discuss her latest book, Abundantly Well. She shares her journey of overcoming toxic mold exposure, how faith and God’s natural gifts transformed her health, and the importance of a whole-b…

Have you ever struggled with perfectionism? You feel like if you can get everything “just right” you can avoid any unpleasantness and everyone will love you. The problem is you end up weighed down and exhausted. Author and speaker Sue Schlesman has battled perfectionism in many areas of life. We dive into the struggle of perfectionism—how it takes …

Have you ever wondered what your purpose is? Without clarity we can stumble around in life and feel lost. Shauna Parker knows that feeling and shares her incredible journey of deep darkness to abundant life. Through faith, perseverance, and obedience, she emerged with a renewed sense of purpose and a passion for helping other women discover their t…

Have you or someone you know been touched by adoption? Even if adoption is not part of your story directly, we have all experienced loss and the need for forgiveness. Jodi Jackson Tucker joins us to discuss Healing for Every Heart in Adoption, a book offering hope and restoration for those touched by adoption. Jodi and her co-authors share their un…

Have you ever struggled with strong emotions? Wish you could respond with confidence in a tense situation? In this empowering conversation, Alicia Michelle discusses practical techniques to calm ourselves in moments of stress, how brain science shapes our emotional responses, and the transformative tool of ADD—Acknowledge, Discern, Decide. Alicia s…

In this special milestone episode, we welcome the incredible Carol Kent, a speaker, author, and mentor with a passion for equipping others to share their message for God’s Kingdom. Carol shares her journey with God from preacher’s kid to inmate’s mother and how all of our stories matter. She shares insights on how to listen to God and persevere thr…

There is a saying “What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger”, but it that really true? Going through a life-altering trauma or suffering from many smaller traumas affects our brain and healing is possible but not promised. Our guest, Lisa Saruga, knows firsthand about the effects of trauma as a survivor and a therapist. She offers insight and prac…

In this heartfelt conversation, we dive into the journey of waiting—whether it’s singleness, unanswered prayers, or seasons of uncertainty. Cally Logan shares her wisdom on stewarding this time well, trusting God’s plan, and encouraging parents to pray faithfully for their children. Cally Logan is an author, writer, and history teacher from Richmon…

In this episode, Lisa shares a personal story about her horse, Gemma, and the powerful lesson God taught her about healing. Just as Gemma’s wound needed to heal from the inside out, we too must allow God to work through our wounds—whether they stem from past trauma, insecurities, or offenses. Lisa explores the spiritual process of healing by soakin…

Life can throw us a curve ball and if we don’t have the help or skills, depression can knock us out. In this heartfelt episode, we welcome Carol McLeod, who shares her powerful story of battling depression and how she found hope and healing. Carol opens up about her darkest days, her journey to developing a deep reliance on the Word of God, and the…

Quiet is something difficult to find in our modern world. We are bombarded with crowded schedules, constant availability through screens and information overload. The noise can be deafening. We think “quiet” is a luxury we can’t afford and yet it’s necessary for our souls to thrive. Sarah Clarkson delves into the transformative power of quiet. Draw…

Do you ever feel overwhelmed, stressed or down? Do you wish you could go through this crazy life with some more calm? Life is always going to happen, but our mindset and thought patterns determine how we perceive what goes on around us. If we can have healthy habits, it can make a world of difference in how we navigate life and come out with resili…

Would you say “Yes” to God if you knew you might lose your home, your job and your kid? We are called to sacrifice in our lives, but it’s not easy and some sacrifices are more painful than others. Valerie Juillerat knew God had some special assignments for her and when she was warned of the price she may pay, she said yes. Valerie boldly tells her …

We often have big goals for the New Year but give out of steam quickly and are left disappointed and frustrated. In this empowering episode, we welcome Marnie Swedberg, an international leadership mentor, speaker, and author, to discuss some of the challenges and some solutions so you can navigate your purpose in today’s fast-paced world. Marnie sh…

Have you ever read all the way through the Bible? Maybe you started, but life interrupted and you stopped. Maybe the whole idea is too intimidating, and you haven’t even tried. We know God uses His Word to speak to us, guide us, encourage and empower us, and yet we seldom take advantage of the treasure awaiting us inside the pages of His Holy Book.…

Perspective is all about how we see the circumstances around us, and it affects our attitude and behavior. People in similar situations can respond in vastly different ways depending on their perspective. Wrapping up the Keeping Christ in Christmas: Dare to go Deeper series is Angela Donadio and she has a perspective on Christmas and life that few …

There is a disconnect that happens when our actions don’t line up with our words and the church has been guilty many times. We can turn people off from God when our actions are harsh or uncaring, which is why Jesus said He wanted us to be kind to each other people. I had a very honest conversation with Greg West of Daybreak Church in Williamsburg a…

The hustle and bustle of Christmas and the holiday season can crowd out peace and leave us disappointed and frazzled. We use phrases like “Keep Christ in Christmas”, but what does it really look like in our lives to worship the baby King and live differently? This conversation with Pastor Jeff Noble will have you breathing deep and calming down dur…

Keeping Christ in Christmas has been a popular saying for years, but how do we do it? How do we go beyond cliché sayings that sound good to actually celebrating the holidays differently? How do we keep Christ in Christmas without simply adding more church stuff to our list and stressing out? Join us for a delightful conversation with Pastor Reginal…

Hard times can blind us to anything but the pain. We can get stuck wrestling with God and allowing anger and bitterness to steal our joy. Angela Mackey found that asking the hard questions of God can bring us closer to a more intimate relationship with Him. We can still have joy, while we grieve and we can find things to be grateful for when we ope…