The Daily Grace Podcast

June is World Infertility Awareness month and because we know that many of our listeners are either experiencing infertility or know someone experiencing infertility, we wanted to have a conversation with someone who could help us all understand what it’s like to walk the road of infertility. We’re really excited to bring you today’s episode featuring Kelley Ramsey and Jenn Hesse from Waiting in Hope Ministries. Both Kelley and Jenn have walked through infertility and together they support women from all over the country who are journeying through infertility.   In today’s episode, Kelley and Jenn share their stories of infertility and how experiencing the grief of infertility affected every area of their lives, including their relationship with God. We know that you’ll appreciate their candor and vulnerability throughout this conversation. But, Kelley and Jenn want you to know that even in infertility, we can wait with hope     The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God’s Word, the only authority on truth.   Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.”   Time Stamps:   00:47 - Intro 01:29 - Getting to know our guests 04:08 - Our favorite things 07:20 - Motherhood is part of our identity 09:21 - Understanding infertility 12:05 - How to encourage someone struggling with infertility 15:13 - Walking with God through infertility 21:35 - How to wait with hope 25:11 - Our identity as women outside motherhood 27:28 - How the gospel changes everything 28:35 - Closing     Favorite Things: Poppi Sparkling Prebiotic Soda Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipstick   Resources mentioned in this episode:  Waiting in Hope Book   Related Resources: Scripture for Infertility Cards Meditations for Seasons of Waiting Praying Scripture for Grief and Loss Journal   Connect with Waiting in Hope Infertility Support: Website Resources Instagram   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our Apple podcast page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify!   We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an Apple podcast review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations!   Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.

In this episode, Krystal and Shelby chat with author Amy DiMarcangelo about holy discontentment and how the craving we all feel for more is a God-given desire. Amy specifically encourages those who are in seasons of life that feel easy to continue to seek the Lord rather than become complacent and comfortable. We also chat with Amy about what it’s like to be a woman pursuing a seminary degree and she shares her hope that more women will pursue higher theological education. We know that you’ll enjoy this chat with Amy and we pray it encourages you to see your craving for more as a craving for the Lord! The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God’s Word, the only authority on truth.   Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.”   Time Stamps:   0:46 - Introduction to Amy 1:50 - Amy's personal longing story 4:54 - Craving wonder 7:19 - The vastness of God and the Trinity 15:17 - Being aware of our need for God 19:06 - Why go to seminary? 22:56 - How the gospel changes everything 25:35 - Closing   Resources mentioned in this episode:   Amy's Book - A Hunger for More: Finding Satisfaction in Jesus When the Good Life Doesn't Fill You   Connect with Amy: https://equippedformercy.com/about-amy-dimarcangelo/   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our Apple podcast page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify!   We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an Apple podcast review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations!   Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.

What is the one thing that you deeply desire? Maybe it’s a relationship, a job, an opportunity, or a positive pregnancy test. We all know what it’s like to want something, yet not receive it. We also know what it’s like to watch others receive the very thing we want while we sit with empty hands. Today on the Daily Grace Podcast we talk about how to untangle all of the emotions associated with the question, “why not me?” We’ll discuss how to be honest about our emotions, honor others, and honor the Lord when we feel disappointed and discouraged. We pray that this episode meets you right where you are and offers you gospel hope and practical help. Sign up for the  Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.” Time Stamps: 1:26 - Our Favorite Things 4:00 - When others get what we want 6:02 - Free time envy with Shelby 7:38 - The main takeaway 9:30 - Be honest with God, yourself, and others 14:17 - The danger of coveting 17:44 - Instagram comparison 21:07 - What the Bible says about covetousness 24:57 - How to diagnose discontent and resentment 26:46 - Daily Grace resources for discontentment 27:42 - Finding hope in Jesus Favorite Things: Starbucks Bacon Gruyere Egg Bites Crossbody belt bag Resources mentioned in this episode:  More Than Anything Study Meditations for the Heart Booklet Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our Apple podcast page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an Apple podcast review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS,  click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. * Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! *  

In this discussion, Alex Ford, founder of Cultivate Well, dives deep into a biblical approach to body image. She illustrates how Scripture connects our physical beings from Genesis to Revelation, emphasizing holistic wellness as stewardship of God’s design. Alex addresses insecurities and offers insights on pursuing Christ-centered wellness. With her personal struggles in mind, she highlights the transformative power of the gospel in overcoming body image issues, reminding listeners of the connection between body, soul, and spiritual growth.

In this episode, Krystal had the pleasure of chatting with Katie Faris about unmet expectations and challenges we face in motherhood. Through the ups and downs, Katie shares how her faith in God sustained her in seasons when life didn’t turn out how she had hoped. Whether you are a mom or have close friends who are moms, this conversation will remind you of the hope we have in Christ alone. We do not cling to our roles as mothers—we cling to the Lord. We pray this conversation is an encouragement for you to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus. Remember His faithfulness, His care, and His promises.   Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.”   Time Stamps:   1:01 - Favorite things 5:38 - Katie’s motherhood story 9:04 - Seeing God’s goodness in the sorrows of motherhood 12:20 - Why moms often disregard their feelings 18:38 - How to encourage a mom walking through a difficult season 20:35 - Practical tips for remembering what’s true when motherhood is difficult 28:00 - What the gospel has changed for Katie   Favorite Things:  Red Sea Road Album by Ellie Holcomb   Resources mentioned in this episode:  God is Still Good Book   Connect with Katie: Instagram Website   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify!   We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations!   Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.   * Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! *    The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God’s Word, the only authority on truth.  

In this episode, Shelby and Krystal chat with Caroline Saunders about a theology of home. Caroline helps us look at Scripture and see what it tells us about our homes. We will see that God is the very best home maker, that He is a home defender, and that He is preparing a perfect home for us in eternity. Caroline’s relatable and thoughtful explanation of the theology of home will change the way you view your home and all of the sorrows and joys it holds! We pray this episode encourages you to be thankful for the way Jesus came and made His home with us so that we might be able to live eternally in the home He is preparing for us. Caroline said it best, “God is making a way home for us through Jesus. Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.”   Time Stamps: 1:00 - About Caroline 2:06 - Favorite Things 4:28 - Why Caroline wrote a book about the theology of home 8:14 - What does Scripture tell us about the idea of “home?” 12:22 - What do we learn about God as we study the theology of home? 15:50 - How a theology of home gives us hope for our broken experiences of home 19:20 - How does the theology of home apply to the way we keep our homes as women? 25:55 - Caroline’s advice for studying the Bible 29:14 - What the gospel has changed for Caroline   Favorite Things:  Buff City Soap Laundry Scent Booster   Resources mentioned in this episode:  The Story of Water The Story of Home Story and Soul Weekend   Connect with Caroline: Website Instagram   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.   * Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! *  

Anger is something we don’t often want to talk about. We can minimize our own struggles with anger, or we can neglect to see anger in our own hearts. However, we believe it is extremely important to discuss how anger impacts our personal relationships and our relationship with the Lord.  In this conversation, Shelby and Krystal address some key questions: is anger a sin? Can it be controlled? How can we identify and work through our anger? How does the gospel inform our perspective and our response to anger? These are ones we have both wrestled with over the years and we hope it is helpful to you as we go to God’s Word to find these answers. We pray this episode is a practical reminder of God’s saving work in our lives as we honor Him in our words and actions. Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.”   Time Stamps: 1:13 - Favorite Things 4:32 - Krystal and Shelby’s struggles with anger 10:17 - Is anger a sin? 11:51 - How can we be angry and not sin? 17:17 - Anger feels uncontrollable, but can it be controlled? 21:22 - Practical help for handling anger 27:40 - How the gospel impacts the way we handle anger   Favorite Things:  Questions Christians Ask Book Series AirPod Foam Tips   Resources mentioned in this episode:  Fruit of the Spirit Study Meditations for the Heart   Scripture mentioned in this episode: James 1:20 Ephesians 4:31-32 Mark 3:1-6 Romans 5:19 Romans 8:9 Galatians 5 Colossians 3:8-11 Ephesians 4:31-32   Related Resources: Scripture Memory Journal Identity in Christ Verse Card Set   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify! We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.   * Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! *  

Chances are that unless disability is a part of your daily life, you haven’t thought much about how to grow in understanding towards people with disabilities. And it is for that reason that we welcome Laura Wifler onto the Daily Grace Podcast today to talk about this topic. Laura is the mother of five year old Eden who was diagnosed with developmental disabilities at a very young age. Laura candidly shares the fears and joys her family has experienced since Eden’s diagnosis. She encourages us to see people with disabilities as people who are “like me” because they are made in the image of God. She gives practical tips for loving people in our spheres who have disabilities and tips for walking alongside parents of children with disabilities. Above all, Laura reminds us that the value of a person is not dependent on their abilities. All people are worthy of dignity and love.    Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.”   Time Stamps: :23 - About Laura and Laura’s favorite thing 4:48 - Why Laura is passionate about growing in understanding towards people with disabilities 8:29 - Laura talks about how disability impacts her family 11:31 - What we need to understand about being made in the image of God 13:52 - Encouragement for parents of children with disabilities 17:19 - How the church culture can grow in caring for people with developmental disabilities 19:19 - How to move towards people with disabilities 23:10 - How to come alongside parents of children with disabilities 26:40 - What the gospel has changed for Laura   Favorite Thing: OPI Nail Envy   Resources mentioned in this episode:  Like Me: A Story About Disability and Discovering God’s Image in Everyone   Connect with Laura: Website Instagram Risen Motherhood Risen Motherhood Podcast   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify!   We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations!   Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.   * Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! *    The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God’s Word, the only authority on truth.  

We are often afraid to ask questions that have the potential to destabilize our faith. We worry the answers will reveal that God is not real or that God is not good. One of those questions is, “if God is good, why do bad things happen?” In today’s episode, Shelby chats with Michele, who has walked through three decades of suffering and trauma about this exact question.  Michele helps us understand that the presence of sin and suffering doesn’t diminish the goodness of God. And she helps us understand that God has provided the greatest good in Jesus. Even when evil presses in from all sides, the gospel gives us real, lasting, eternal hope. Michele also speaks to the person who is feeling weak in their faith and needs the encouragement to keep going in the midst of suffering and pain.  If you struggle to make sense of God’s goodness in a broken world or you feel like your faith is faltering and you’re in need of a reminder of God’s goodness towards you—this episode is for you. I pray that it helps you to see the goodness of God in Christ and the glorious hope offered in salvation. Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.”   Time Stamps: 3:15 - About Michele 6:03 - About Michele’s book A Faith That Will Not Fail: 10 Practices to Build Up Your Faith When Your World Is Falling Apart 9:37 - If God is real and he is good, how can he allow so many bad things to 10:50 - Michele’s cancer journey 18:41 - What to say to someone who’s faith is failing 24:19 - What the gospel has changed for Michele Resources mentioned in this episode:  Communicator Academy Podcast A Faith That Will Not Fail: 10 Practices to Build Up Your Faith When Your World is Falling Apart   Connect with Michele: Website Instagram   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify!   We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations!   Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.   * Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! *    The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God’s Word, the only authority on truth.  

Do you approach your quiet times with a sense of duty rather than delight? In this episode, Krystal discusses how to engage our curiosity as we open the Word of God with Kat Armstrong. Kat reminds us that studying God’s Word is about communing with the Lord, drawing near to Him in our time of need, and rejoicing in His great love for us as we read His story.    Kat’s love and excitement for God’s Word are contagious. If you are feeling like you have lost the spark in your Bible study, then you won’t want to miss all that Kat has to share in this episode!    The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God’s Word, the only authority on truth.   Sign up for the Daily Grace Podcast Newsletter and receive the free resource "Scripture for Every Season.”   Time Stamps:   :46 - About Kat 2:41 - Kat’s favorite thing 4:27 - Experiences that shaped Kat’s love for God’s Word 8:16 - Encouragement for when you’re struggling to engage with the Bible 11:16 - The wonder of Bible themes 23:20 - How to find and trace Bible themes 27:54 - What the gospel has changed for Kat   Resources mentioned in this episode:  The Storyline Bible Studies The Bible Project: Tree of Life Theme How to Read the Bible as Literature by Leland Ryken Words of Delight by Leland Ryken Reading the Bible for Change by Ray Lubeck Dictionary of Biblical Literacy   Connect with Kat: Website Instagram Storyline Bible Studies   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast). Or follow us on Spotify!   We would love it if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations!   Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow @dailygracepodcast on Instagram for exclusive podcast content and @thedailygraceco for all things The Daily Grace Co. Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths.   * Affiliate links used are used where appropriate. Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast! *