

Just Love Them
Shiree Best
If you have searched to understand loved ones who have left their religious faith, this show is for you. As a mother of six out of seven children who have chosen a different path from the one they were raised in, I intimately understand the profound struggle this journey entails.
On this compassionate exploration we share moments of laughter, tears, and resilience. Through insightful interviews, we unravel the personal struggles of individuals whose loved ones have ventured away from their initial beliefs, and how they emerged on the other side with newfound understanding and peace.
On this compassionate exploration we share moments of laughter, tears, and resilience. Through insightful interviews, we unravel the personal struggles of individuals whose loved ones have ventured away from their initial beliefs, and how they emerged on the other side with newfound understanding and peace.
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Apr 28, 2025 • 46min
"Mom, It's Gonna to Be Okay", part 2 - With Misha Baca
In Part 2 of this powerful story, Misha opens up about her daughter's final days, how she died, and the meaningful ways she has felt her daughter's presence since. She shares the deep lessons she has learned through this journey—insights that have brought her immense peace and transformed her perspective on life, loss, and love. Listeners will find comfort and wisdom in Misha’s experiences, gaining valuable insight that can bring peace and hope in their own lives.Connect with Shiree at shireebest.com Join the "Just Love Them" Facebook groupEmail Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Apr 21, 2025 • 45min
"Mom, It's Gonna to Be Okay", part 1 - With Misha Baca
Misha was one prepared mama! As a trained elementary educator, she spent eight years studying child development before becoming a mother. Little did she know just how crucial that preparation would be. Tune in to part one of Misha’s journey—raising her children and facing some things she never imagined.Connect with Shiree at shireebest.com Join the "Just Love Them" Facebook groupEmail Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Apr 14, 2025 • 13min
It's About Becoming, Not Having
Have you ever found yourself praying for a trial to simply disappear? I know I have. In this episode, I share my personal journey of learning to pray differently—not just for hardships to end, but to become who God is trying to help me become.It wasn’t easy to shift my prayers from “Please take this away” to “Help me trust YOU,” but I’ve learned that true peace comes not from avoiding trials, but from trusting God in them. Join me as I reflect on this lesson and how it has deepened my faith and perspective.Connect with Shiree at shireebest.com Join the "Just Love Them" Facebook groupEmail Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Apr 7, 2025 • 21min
God Knows Where You're At - With Daphne Elliott
Join in as Daphne Elliott shares her journey of finding God after growing up in a traumatic environment. She opens up about the unseen ways God was guiding her life—even before she realized He was there. Her story is a beautiful reminder that God is always working, not just in our lives, but in the lives of our loved ones who may not be following Him right now. If you’ve ever wondered whether God is reaching out to those you love, this episode will fill you with hope and reassurance.Connect with Shiree at shireebest.com Join the "Just Love Them" Facebook groupEmail Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.comConnect with Daphne at divinelightselfcare@gmail.comOn Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/twopathsonelove/

Mar 31, 2025 • 16min
Bitter or Better
When we’ve been wronged, we can choose to stay bitter—holding onto pain and resentment—or seek healing and feel better, drawing closer to God in the process. In this episode, Shiree shares personal struggles and scriptural stories that illustrate how we can release bitterness, find peace, and embrace a path of healing.Connect with Shiree at shireebest.comJoin the "Just Love Them" Facebook groupEmail Shiree at imlivinginjoy@gmail.comTake a deeper dive with Bryce Dunford on this topic on Talking Scriptures HERE.

Mar 24, 2025 • 30min
Journey to Peace, with Trudy Barnes
Trudy shares her journey of raising seven children in her faith and the heartache of watching some choose a different path. She reflects on her struggle, her search for peace, and the deeper understanding she gained. In the end, she came to a powerful realization—each of us is a valued soul on our own unique journey, and those journeys don’t have to look the same. But no matter the path, in the end, we all come home.Connect with Shiree:Shireebest.comimlivinginjoy@gmail.comJust Love Them Facebook groupConnect with Trudy: Website: trudy-barnes.comEmail: truebarnes@gmail.com

Mar 17, 2025 • 23min
Words, Words, Words
Join Shiree as she uncovers common words and phrases that unintentionally create shame, guilt, and negativity—for ourselves and our loved ones. Discover simple yet powerful language shifts that promote understanding, connection, and positivity. Small changes can make a big difference!Connect with Shiree at shireebest.comJoin the "Just Love Them" Facebook group HERE.Check out The Hidden Messages in Water HERE

Mar 10, 2025 • 33min
Faith and Hope, part 2, with Bryce Dunford
Bryce Dunford, a seasoned religious educator with over 31 years of experience and co-host of the Talking Scriptures podcast, shares valuable insights on navigating faith and hope crises. He elaborates on how to identify the signs of these struggles and offers compassionate strategies to support loved ones. The conversation emphasizes the distinct yet interconnected nature of faith and hope, touching on biblical perspectives and practical advice for nurturing hope in children. Listeners gain tools to foster understanding and spiritual growth in their relationships.

Mar 3, 2025 • 39min
Martin Harris - His Come Back Story
This is the story of Martin Harris, a man who was converted to God and had amazing spiritual experiences. How could such a man walk away from the church he believed in? And what brought him back? This is his story, the way I, his granddaughter, believe he would tell it if he were here to tell it himself.Correction: In the podcast I say that all 11 witnesses to the BOM left the church. This is incorrect. The 3 Smiths, Joseph Smith Senior, Hyrum Smith, and Samuel H. Smith all remained true to the faith.Connect with Shiree: Just Love Them Facebook groupimlivinginjoy@gmail.com

Feb 24, 2025 • 27min
Faith and Hope, Part 1, with Melonie Mullen
Faith and hope are essential to belief—but what happens when we anchor our hope in the wrong thing? This week, Melonie Mullen joins us to share her journey, the hard lessons she’s learned, and the incredible transformation that comes when we shift our hope to the right place. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about perspective, trust, and finding true peace.Check out Melonie’s blogHERE to read about the shocking event that happened less than 24 hours after we recorded this episode—and see how she applied these very principles to find peace in the midst of it all.Connect with Shiree:Email: imlivinginjoy@gmail.comFacebook: Just Love ThemWebsite:Shireebest.com