Joyful Journey
This is a podcast to inspire and equip women to passionately pursue beautiful, biblical truth on their journeys as women of God. Join our host Janet Aucoin and our co-host Jocelyn Wallace and others as we see that when you choose truth, you’re choosing joy!
Latest episodes
Jun 27, 2025 • 1h 1min
Unjust Suffering (Re-airing)
Join Janet and Jocelyn as they explore the transformative power of God’s hesed love—His steadfast, covenant-keeping kindness—in life’s hardest moments. When suffering comes, whether from the consequences of another’s sin, unexpected accidents, global crises, or the ache of living in a fallen world, it often feels profoundly unfair. Yet, in the midst of struggle, looking to Christ’s example and His compassionate heart offers a fresh perspective and anchors our hope. This heartfelt conversation is a timely reminder that, no matter the circumstance, God’s faithful love reorients our hearts, guides our response, and leads us toward lasting hope.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and refocusing for us and we appreciate your patience as we do this. That means we will not be airing our quarterly recaps on each of the gospels as we anticipated, but don’t let that stop you from digging into the gospels! We’re taking this opportunity to share some previously released episodes with you. If you are a newer listener, we’re excited for you to hear some of these earlier episodes and for our long-term listeners, we are hoping that these episodes will be an encouragement to you once again! We look forward to returning in the future so stay tuned! Episode TranscriptResources:BooksShepherd Looks at Psalm 23 – Phillip KellerUnpacking Forgiveness – Chris BraunsSuffering: Eternity Makes a Difference booklet – Paul TrippHow to Handle Trouble – Jay AdamsSuffering: Gospel Hope When Life doesn’t Make Sense – Paul TrippFibromyalgia: God’s Grace for Chronic Pain Sufferers – Robert SmithWhen God Weeps – Why our Sufferings Matter to the Almighty – Joni Earickson Tada and Steven EstesHeaven – Randy AlcornPutting your past in its place – Stephen ViarsSuffering is never for nothing – Elisabeth ElliottBlogJoni and Friends: Lessons from CancerVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.comFacebook, Instagram Donate to Joyful Journey PodcastJoyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.
Jun 13, 2025 • 47min
Demonstrating Hesed (Re-airing)
Last episode, we explored the hesed love of God - a sacrificial love that faithfully pursues even to its own hurt. Today, Janet and Jocelyn will take a look at what hesed love can look like, as we as Christ's followers attempt to live it out in everyday life.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and refocusing for us and we appreciate your patience as we do this. That means we will not be airing our quarterly recaps on each of the gospels as we anticipated, but don’t let that stop you from digging into the gospels! We’re taking this opportunity to share some previously released episodes with you. If you are a newer listener, we’re excited for you to hear some of these earlier episodes and for our long-term listeners, we are hoping that these episodes will be an encouragement to you once again! We look forward to returning in the future so stay tuned! Episode TranscriptResources:BooksInexpressible - Michael CardGentle and Lowly - Dane OrtlundThe Shepherd Trilogy - Phillip KellerVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view transcripts, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.comFacebook, Instagram Donate to Joyful Journey PodcastJoyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.
May 30, 2025 • 42min
Hesed (Re-airing)
Our re-aired episode for this week is entitled, “Hesed.”When you picture the love of God, what comes to mind? In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn invite you to discover the depths of God’s faithful Hesed love—a love that is unwavering, sacrificial, and relentless in its pursuit, even to those who turn away. This is a love that gives first, gives most, and gives even when it costs everything. Join us as we explore how understanding the steadfast love of God transforms our worship and draws us into a richer, more authentic relationship with Him.Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and refocusing for us and we appreciate your patience as we do this. That means we will not be airing our quarterly recaps on each of the gospels as we anticipated, but don’t let that stop you from digging into the gospels! We’re taking this opportunity to share some previously released episodes with you. If you are a newer listener, we’re excited for you to hear some of these earlier episodes and for our long-term listeners, we are hoping that these episodes will be an encouragement to you once again! We look forward to returning in the future so stay tuned! Episode TranscriptResources:BooksInexpressible - Michael CardGentle and Lowly - Dane OrtlundThe Shepherd Trilogy - Phillip KellerHandout2025 Scripture Reading ChallengeVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.comFacebook, Instagram Donate to Joyful Journey PodcastJoyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.
May 16, 2025 • 1h 17min
Purpose and Rescue (Re-airing)
Joyful Journey is taking a hiatus on recording new episodes for the next several months. This is a season of regrouping and refocusing for us and we appreciate your patience as we do this. That means we will not be airing our quarterly recaps on each of the gospels as we anticipated, but don’t let that stop you from digging into the gospels! We’re taking this opportunity to share some previously released episodes with you. If you are a newer listener, we’re excited for you to hear some of these earlier episodes and for our long-term listeners, we are hoping that these episodes will be an encouragement to you once again! We look forward to returning in the future so stay tuned! Our re-aired episode for this week is entitled, Purpose and Rescue. In this episode, Janet and Jocelyn explore our God-given purpose in life as revealed in Scripture, highlighting the profound joy that comes from embracing that purpose. They discuss the central themes of the gospel - rebellion, redemption, and rescue - emphasizing how Jesus Christ came to save us from our sin and reconcile us to God, restoring us to the purpose for which we were created. Through their conversation, Janet and Jocelyn help us reflect on the salvation story and consider how our lives can be radically transformed by Jesus’s deep, abiding love.Purpose Episode TranscriptRescue Episode TranscriptResources for Rescue: BooksGospel Primer for Christians - Faith Resources (faithlafayette.org)What Is the Gospel? - Faith Resources (faithlafayette.org)Explicit Gospel eBook - Faith Resources (faithlafayette.org)VideosThe Story - On Right Now Media(6) Gospel of The Kingdom - YouTubeHandout2025 Scripture Reading ChallengeVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.comFacebook, Instagram Donate to Joyful Journey PodcastJoyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.
May 2, 2025 • 22min
Fear of the Lord
One of the seemingly confusing concepts in Scripture is the fear of the Lord. If God loves and cares for us, how could we fear Him, and why would we need to?This week, Janet and Jocelyn explore what it means to fear the Lord by examining the Scriptures. They discuss how we often fear many things in life, and how these fears can be misplaced. The ladies guide us to understand why fearing the Lord actually leads us to find hope in Him.Episode TranscriptResourcesHandout2025 Scripture Reading ChallengeVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.comFacebook, Instagram Donate to Joyful Journey PodcastJoyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.
Apr 18, 2025 • 37min
Union With Christ
One of the many blessings of accepting Christ is our union with Him—but what does it truly mean to be one with Christ?This week, Janet and Jocelyn take a closer look at what it means for a Christian to be united with Christ. Union with Christ is often overlooked or misunderstood because it can feel abstract or hard to grasp, yet it’s key to understanding the rich blessings we receive through salvation.Episode TranscriptResourcesHandout2025 Scripture Reading ChallengeVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.comFacebook, Instagram Donate to Joyful Journey PodcastJoyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.
Apr 4, 2025 • 1h 7min
Embracing Weakness
We as humans are naturally limited in our strength, and there’s much we cannot accomplish through our own power. What wisdom does the Bible offer about our inherent human weakness?In this week’s episode, Janet and Jocelyn explore the concept of weakness and what Scripture reveals about the limitations we were created with. The ladies discuss how embracing our weaknesses can actually point us toward our perfectly strong Savior, Jesus Christ, who deserves all honor and glory.Episode TranscriptResourcesBooksThe Good Gift of Weakness - Eric SchumacherHandout2025 Scripture Reading ChallengeVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.comFacebook, Instagram Donate to Joyful Journey PodcastJoyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.
Mar 28, 2025 • 5min
Gospel Challenge: Matthew
The first in our gospels in a year challenge. Jocelyn talks about how the gospel of Matthew has been a blessing for her to study and reminds us of the next book to study for the second quarter of the year.
Mar 21, 2025 • 40min
Anger - with Dr. Jones
Anger can sometimes feel overwhelming, leaving us wondering about its true origins. What does the Bible say about anger, and is it possible to experience it in a righteous way?This week, Janet and Jocelyn sit down with Dr. Robert Jones, professor and department chair of Biblical Counseling at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, KY. As an accomplished author and adjunct professor at Faith Bible Seminary, Dr. Jones shares his insights on the root of anger, helping us understand where it stems from and where our sinful anger is actually directed.Episode TranscriptResourcesBooksUprooting Anger - Robert JonesPursuing Peace - Robert JonesDark Clouds, Deep Mercy - Mark VroegopAnger: Calming Your Heart - Robert JonesControlling Anger - David PowlisonGood and Angry - David PowlisonAnger - David PowlisonAngry at God - Robert JonesSmall Book About a Big Problem - Ed WelchWebsiteMaster of Arts in Biblical Counseling Handout2025 Scripture Reading ChallengeVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.comFacebook, Instagram Donate to Joyful Journey PodcastJoyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.
Mar 7, 2025 • 37min
Choices and Consequences
Our lives are filled with choices, some easy and some difficult. What does the Bible say about how God views our decisions and their impact on our journey?Janet and Jocelyn dive into the powerful consequences of following God's ways this week. Through heartfelt conversation, they explore Scripture and reveal how God consistently expresses His desire to bless those who walk the path of righteousness.Episode TranscriptResourcesBooksFor the Love of Discipline - Sarah WallaceDecisions, Decisions - Dave SwavelyWebsiteFaith Bible Seminary MABCHandout2025 Scripture Reading ChallengeVisit the Joyful Journey website to sign up for our newsletter, view a transcript, and search previous episodes.Emails us with questions or comments at joyfuljourneyquestions@outlook.comFacebook, Instagram Donate to Joyful Journey PodcastJoyful Journey Podcast is a ministry of Faith Bible Seminary. All proceeds go to offset costs of this podcast and toward scholarships for women to receive their MABC through Faith Bible Seminary.
