
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

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.

Feb 21, 2025 • 60min
Live Q&A BCTC 2025
Our hosts, Janet & Jocelyn, had the opportunity again this year to record a special live episode at our church’s Biblical Counseling Training Conference in Lafayette, Indiana. Janet and Jocelyn answer audience questions submitted online. We enjoyed meeting many of our listeners and we hope this can be a blessing to those who weren’t able to attend live. For more information about the Biblical Counseling Training Conference, follow this link: faithlafayette.org/BCTC.Episode TranscriptResourcesBooksQuestions Children Ask About Grief and Death - Wally StephensonGrief and Your Child - Bob KellemenThe Moon Is Always Round - Jonathan GibsonGod’s Healing for Life’s Losses - Bob KellemenGod's Design for Sex series by Carolyn NystromThe Story of Me – ages 3-5Before I Was Born – ages 5-8What’s the Big Deal – ages 8-11WebsiteRestoration Men’s MinistryHandout2025 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.

Feb 7, 2025 • 48min
Reproductive Health - with Dr. Wickert
The topic of conceiving and bearing children can often feel difficult to discuss - but it doesn't have to be. What does scripture say about our desire to build families?
This week Janet and Jocelyn welcome Dr. Dan Wickert, an OB-GYN and chairman of the hospital board for the Western region of the Sisters of St. Francis. He shares insights on our desire to have children, and how to approach medical challenges to conception through the lens of God's word.
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Resources
Article
How IVF Can Be Morally Right - Wayne Grudem
Website
Biblical Counseling Training
Handout
2025 Scripture Reading Challenge
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Jan 24, 2025 • 52min
Special Needs Parenting #2 — with Tirzah Birk
Navigating life with a child who has special needs can be an overwhelming journey, filled with unique challenges and emotional complexities. How does faith provide guidance when confronting the realities of suffering and disability?
Janet and Jocelyn welcome back Tirzah Birk, a mother of four who brings profound insights from her personal experiences. In this continuation of their special needs parenting series, Tirzah offers a deeply compassionate exploration of disability and suffering, viewed through the lens of God's sovereign love and ultimate purpose. She helps listeners understand how scripture can transform our perspective, providing hope and comfort even in life's most challenging moments.
Episode Transcript
Resources
Podcasts
Special Needs Parenting #1 - Joyful Journey
Loneliness - Joyful Journey
Website
Masters of Arts in Biblical Counseling
Handout
2025 Scripture Reading Challenge
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Jan 10, 2025 • 37min
Special Needs Parenting #1 — with Tirzah Birk
Every family touched by special needs walks a unique path, filled with its own distinct challenges, moments, and daily realities. But in the midst of these circumstances, is there room for joy?
Janet and Jocelyn welcome Tirzah Birk, a mom of 4 whose husband is a pastor at Faith Church in Lafayette, IN. Tirzah shares her heart about the everyday challenges faced by parents of children with special needs, showing just how many families walk this path together. With gentle wisdom, she turns to scripture's comforting words, finding hope and guidance for parents processing the unique struggles, stress, and grief that come with caring for children with special needs and disabilities. We pray this two-part series brings comfort and encouragement to all families walking the special needs journey.
Episode Transcript
Resources
Books
Dark Clouds, Deep Mercies - Mark Vroegop
How Long O Lord - D. A. Carson
Parenting and Disabilities - Stephanie Hubach
When Disability Hits Home - Paul Tautges
Finding Your Child’s Way - Laura Hendrickson
Podcast
Apologetics 2: Science - Joyful Journey
Biblical Lament - Joyful Journey
Sharing Hope Podcast Joni Eareckson Tada
God’s Providence - Joyful Journey
Websites/Social Media
Just Another Wife and Mother - Courney Alison
Faith Bible Seminary
Handout
2025 Scripture Reading Challenge
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Dec 28, 2024 • 3min
Special Announcement for 2025 Scripture Challenge
Exciting new scripture challenge for 2025! Join us as we read through gospels throughout the year looking for Jesus.
Episode Transcript
Resources
Books
Surprised by Jesus - Dane Ortlund
Handout
2025 Scripture Reading Challenge
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