Mental Health Episodes

Send me a text Worry can take over before you even realize it, but Jesus offers a better way. In this episode, discover how to release control and trust the God who promises to care for you, one day at a time. Do you ever find yourself replaying the same worries over and over in your mind? Maybe it’s your finances, your family, your job, or the future. Worry doesn’t make tomorrow better, it just steals today’s peace. But Jesus invites us to do something radical: give our worries away. In this...

Send me a text When you’ve hit your limit, God hasn’t. In this episode, discover how His grace meets you in weakness, fills what’s empty, and overflows through your life to others. Ever feel like you’ve got nothing left to give, no energy, no patience, no strength? The good news is, God never asks you to run on empty. His grace is more than a momentary rescue; it’s a continual supply that meets you right where you are and keeps flowing when yours runs out. In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the...

Send me a text You’re not just loved by God, you’re delighted in. In this episode, discover how God’s joy over you changes the way you see yourself and live each day. Ever feel like God loves you because He has to, but not because He wants to? It’s easy to imagine Him tolerating us rather than rejoicing over us. But Scripture says something breathtakingly different: God sings over His children with joy. In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the true story of Russell Moore’s adoption of two little ...

Send me a text Joy isn’t the same as happiness. Its strength that comes straight from God. In this episode, discover how to find lasting joy even when life feels heavy, through the story and song of Annie Johnson Flint. Ever had a day when joy feels out of reach? When your body’s tired, your heart’s worn out, and smiling feels like a chore? You’re not alone. But Scripture reminds us that true joy isn’t something we manufacture; it’s something God gives when we rest in Him. In today’s devotion...

Send me a text When heaven feels quiet and prayers seem unanswered, it’s easy to wonder if God has forgotten you. In this episode, discover how faith deepens in the silence and why waiting doesn’t mean God is absent. Have you ever prayed and not seem to get results? When the answers don’t come, we start to wonder, Is God still listening? In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of Pete Greig, founder of the 24-7 Prayer Movement, who faced the silence of God when his wife was diagnosed with ...

Send me a text Is God’s love really big enough for your sin? In this episode, discover why Jesus is called the Friend of Sinners and how His grace reaches anyone, yes, even you. That question has echoed in hearts for centuries. Maybe it echoes in yours. The good news of the gospel is this: Jesus didn’t come for the people who have it all together. He came for the broken, the guilty, the ones who know they need forgiveness. In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of Michael Franzese, a form...

Send me a text Worry fades when we remember God’s daily care. In this episode, learn how trusting Him for today brings peace and freedom from tomorrow’s fears. Do you ever find yourself anxious about tomorrow’s needs? Jesus points us to the birds as living reminders of His faithfulness. They don’t plan or store away, yet they are fed by the Father. In the same way, God promises to provide what His children need one day at a time. In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of a small church fo...

Send me a text When negative thoughts whisper “you’re not enough,” what do you do? In this episode, discover how to capture toxic thoughts and replace them with the truth of God’s Word. What do you do when your own thoughts turn against you? For some, it’s the whisper of failure. For others, it’s the heavy voice of shame or insecurity. Left unchecked, those thoughts can steal our peace and derail our faith. In today’s devotion, you’ll hear how NFL quarterback Brock Purdy chose to anchor his i...

Send me a text Before reacting in fear or worry, what if you prayed first? In this episode, discover how prayer invites God’s peace before you take your next step. What’s your first move when worry shows up? Most of us rush to react; we start planning and rush to fix whatever goes awry in our lives. But Scripture invites us to flip the order: pray first, and let God’s peace steady us before we act. In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of Martin Luther King Jr. at a midnight kitchen tabl...

Send me a text When your soul feels dry, Jesus offers living water that never runs out. In this episode, discover how Bear Grylls’ story points us back to the only Source that truly satisfies. Do you ever feel spiritually empty? We all hit seasons where our hearts feel dry. We become restless and unsatisfied. Success, busyness, and even good things can’t quench that thirst. Only Jesus can. In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of survivalist Bear Grylls, who discovered that what he was m...

Send me a text Criticism doesn’t have to crush you. It can grow you. In this episode, learn how humility and open ears turn correction into wisdom and strength. How do you usually handle criticism? Most of us get defensive, shut down, or try to prove ourselves. But Proverbs says listening to constructive criticism is a mark of wisdom, and God often uses correction to shape our character. In today’s devotion, you’ll hear how Abraham Lincoln invited his loudest critics into his cabinet and why ...

Send me a text Parenting is less about control and more about faith. In this episode, discover how one mom’s trust in God shaped her son’s future, and how you can parent with faith, not fear. Do you ever feel overwhelmed as a parent? The truth is, none of us has all the resources or wisdom we wish we had. But God calls us to faithfulness in the little things and invites us to trust Him with the rest. In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of Sonya Carson, a single mom in Detroit whose pra...

Send me a text Joy isn’t just for special occasions. Discover how to find it in the ordinary Tuesdays of life—and why noticing God’s small gifts can change your day. Do you ever feel like your life is just a string of ordinary days? What if you could find deep joy in the middle of your regular Tuesdays? Too often, we wait for vacations, milestones, or “big” moments to feel happy. But if most of life is made up of ordinary days, we end up missing joy 90% of the time. God’s Word reminds us that...

Send me a text Life’s little messes are unavoidable—but your reaction can change everything. Discover how a gentle answer, even in the smallest frustrations, can open the door to grace. Life’s little messes are unavoidable—but your response can either escalate the moment or open the door to grace. Ever had one of those days where something small goes wrong, and your reaction makes it worse—or better? In this episode, we’ll look at Proverbs 15:1 and see how a gentle answer can turn a frustrati...

Send me a text Think gratitude is only for the big blessings? Discover how naming even the smallest wins can transform your heart, lift your mood, and deepen your walk with God—no matter what kind of day you’ve had. When was the last time you noticed the little mercies in your day? Too often, we wait for the big breakthroughs to thank God—missing the quiet, everyday blessings He’s placing right in front of us. That’s a problem, because when we overlook the small things, we rob ourselves of th...

Send me a text Feeling like you didn’t get enough done? Today’s episode reminds you that your worth isn’t measured by productivity but by God’s unchanging favor over your life. Ever end a day frustrated because your to-do list is still full? It’s easy to measure our worth by what we accomplish—or didn’t accomplish. When we tie our value to productivity, we live in constant pressure. But Scripture reminds us that God’s favor—not our performance—gives lasting meaning to our work. BY THE TIME YO...

Send me a text Feeling like life’s a constant sprint? Today’s episode reminds us to slow down and walk at God’s pace, where peace—not pressure—leads the way. Are you living at a pace that your soul can’t sustain? You might be checking boxes and hitting deadlines—but still missing peace. We often equate rushing with success, but the truth is, our hearts weren’t made to run nonstop. Pushing harder won’t always get you further. In fact, it can keep you from noticing the very presence of God in y...

Send me a text When your morning starts off wrong, it doesn’t mean the whole day is lost. In this episode, discover how God’s fresh mercy can rewrite even the hardest mornings. Ever had a morning where everything felt off before you even finished your coffee? You’re not alone. From oversleeping and rushing to work, to just feeling the weight of grief or dread, some days feel broken from the start. But what if that rough morning isn’t the end of the story? What if there’s mercy waiting in it? ...

Send me a text Anger might feel powerful in the moment, but what’s it really doing to you? Today’s episode unpacks the unseen damage of unresolved anger and how God offers us a better way. Are you holding onto anger and don’t even realize it? It might be quietly doing more damage than you think. A recent study shows that bursts of anger can trigger physical inflammation in your body, raising the risk of serious health problems like heart disease. But the effects of anger go deeper than just p...

Send me a text When life falls apart, you may wonder if Jesus is still near. Today’s story will remind you that even in the ashes, He hasn’t left you. What do you hold on to when life goes up in flames—literally or figuratively? After a devastating wildfire, one man searched the rubble of his home for a single fragile item—a tiny baby Jesus figurine. What he found became a powerful reminder that even when life is shaken, Jesus is still present. In this episode, Pastor Bart Leger explores the ...

Send me a text Forgiveness is hard—especially when someone deeply wounds you. But today’s episode shows how letting go of bitterness can unlock a freedom that changes everything. What do you do when someone hurts you so deeply, it feels impossible to forgive? Holding onto that pain can feel like control—but it’s actually a prison. And if you’ve ever struggled to forgive, you’re not alone. Today’s devotion explores one powerful act of mercy that stunned the world—and how it mirrors the way Chr...

Send me a text At his lowest moment, Kevin Hines jumped from the Golden Gate Bridge—and immediately wanted to live. Today’s devotion offers hope for anyone battling despair and reminds us how one simple question could save a life. What if one question could stop someone from ending their life? At age 19, Kevin Hines jumped off the Golden Gate Bridge. The moment he let go, he regretted it. Miraculously, he survived—and now shares his story to help others. In today’s devotion, we look at what P...

Send me a text Parenting can feel like herding cubs across a busy road—frustrating, exhausting, and never-ending. But today’s devotion brings hope from God’s Word for every weary parent who wonders if their love is really making a difference. Ever feel like no one sees how hard you’re working to love your kids well? Maybe you’re tired of repeating yourself, praying the same prayers, or feeling like you’re getting nowhere. Today, we’ll look at one mama bear’s chaotic street-crossing adventure ...

Send me a text Loneliness is more than a feeling—it’s a silent epidemic. But today’s devotion offers hope for when we feel alone and reminds us that even when we feel isolated, we are never truly alone. Have you ever felt invisible—even when you’re surrounded by people? In May 2023, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy called loneliness a national public health crisis. He warned that chronic social isolation increases the risk of premature death by almost 30%. And one study found that heavy ...