Today's Heartlift with Janell

What does it mean to restory your life? Mary DeMuth, literary agent, author, and podcaster, joins us today to talk about her newest book, Restory Your Life: How Jesus Reframes Your Past, Rewrites Your...

"What if fruitfulness wasn't something you had to strive for? What if it ripened naturally from a life rooted in the True Vine?"-Bette Dickinson, The Art of Vinemaking: Spiritual Flourishing in a Prod...

Send us a textA quiet lie can steer a whole life. We sat down with Pastor Gary Thomas, author of Living the Life You Were Reborn to Live: Dismantling 12 Lies That Rob Your Intimacy with God, to name t...

Send us a textStanding at the threshold of a new year, we ask a hard, freeing question: what is mine to hold, and what is mine to let go? We look back on a year of conversations that shaped our hearts...

Send us a text"Understanding is the essence of love" (Thich Nhat Hanh).The quiet before wonder can change everything. We move through Advent by stepping into the story of Saint Nicholas—not ...

Send us a textDr. Arianna Molloy, author of "Healthy Calling: From Toxic Burnout to Sustainable Work," shares on "calling burnout" and why it hurts more than standard exhaustion. R...

Send us a textPull up a chair at the Dim Sum Table and discover why your story—every tender, tangled part—holds real weight. Janell welcomes Jenn Suen Chen, author of Dim Sum and Faith: How Our Storie...

Send us a textThe quiet after the last suitcase leaves can feel like a freefall—or a doorway. We lean into that threshold with Kate Battistelli, author of The After Party of the Empty Nest: Mom Isn&ap...

Send us a textWhat happens when life throws you not just a curveball, but an ongoing series of challenges with no end in sight? Katie Schnack, author of "Everything Is Not Fine," opens up ab...

Send us a textLicensed Counselor, A. C. Seiple, author of The Sacred Art of Slowing Down: Find Relief from Rushed Living, Soothe Your Soul, and Restore Wholeness Within, shares a transformative approa...

Send us a textWhat are you chasing? The elusive promise of fulfillment through success, recognition, relationships, or material possessions? Mikella Van Dyke is well acquainted with this pursuit. Grow...

Send us a text Dr. Holly Catterton Allen reveals that spirituality is crucial to childhood resilience. She explains that children are born as spiritual beings with an inherent capacity for deep relati...

Send us a textWhat if the secret to truly nourishing your body isn't just about what you eat, but how safe you feel when eating it? This transformative conversation with nutritional therapy pract...

Send us a textSandra Glahn's journey begins with eight failed pregnancies and a devastating question: If motherhood is a woman's highest calling, what was her purpose? Raised in a culture wh...

Send us a textDr. Sandra Glahn shatters misconceptions about the goddess Artemis of Ephesus and reveals how cultural context transforms our understanding of biblical passages about women's roles ...

Send us a textThrough personal stories and theological insights, New Testament Scholar and author Sandra Glahn challenges traditional views of motherhood and explores how maternal presence can be expr...

Send us a textDr. Kevin Chapman shares biblical principles for mastering our emotions through cognitive behavioral therapy techniques that align with God's Word. His robust approach shows how we ...

Send us a textJanell welcomes Aundi Kolber, a Licensed Professional Counselor and author, to explore how the flow of strength helps us move beyond trauma to true flourishing. Aundi reminds us "th...

Send us a textPsychological flexibility transforms how we mother and mature. I welcome psychologist Jill Stoddard to explore how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can help women navigate anxiety...

Send us a textToday is National Picture Book Day, so we celebrate by bringing the voices of Rob and Amy Dixon to the table. In this episode, I speak with Amy and Rob Dixon about their new picture book...

Send us a textTracy Braylock, holistic nurse and well-being advocate, joins us in exploring the revolutionary concept of relaxation as a radical act of faith. We discuss how believers can engage their...

Send us a textBrittany Piper, author of "Body-First Healing: Get Unstuck and Recover from Trauma with Somatic Healing."  Brittany transforms our understanding of trauma recovery with her gro...

Send us a textSarah Boyd, child development expert and author of "Turn Down the Noise: A Practical Guide to Building an Emotionally Healthy Family in a Chronically Overstimulated World," joi...

Send us a textAs we enter the 40-day season of Lent, author and pastor Aubrey Sampson helps us uncover the spiritual wisdom and "strange gifts" that often hide inside grief. In her new book,...

Send us a text"At the heart of every why question beats a desire for healing and rebuilding, a yearning to find purpose and fulfillment once again" (Sanders).In When Your World Ends, author ...

Send us a text"Bakers can commit their entire lives to learning the craft of bread and still find new nuances of flavor and texture every time they bake. This simultaneous simplicity and complexi...

Send us a text“There is no greater good in all the world than motherhood. The influence of a mother in the lives of her children is beyond calculation" (James Faust).What started as a book projec...

Send us a text“Intense love does not measure; it just gives.”-Mother TeresaHave you ever wondered how embracing vulnerability can lead to transformative healing? Join us as we chat with Russell Joyce,...

Send us a textEmbark on a heartfelt journey with us as we welcome Alastair Stern, author of "Longing for Joy: An Invitation into the Goodness and Beauty of Life." In today's episode, we...

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Send us a text"You have more value than the purpose set for you."-Reverand Chris Lee, Know You are BelovedAs the world grapples with the complexities of modern life, we turn to the timeless ...

Send us a textHave you ever considered the stories etched into your skin and heart as sacred testimonies? Dr. Michelle Bengtson joins us to explore the concept of "sacred scars," emphasizing...

Send us a textImagine a life where each moment is a gift, not a task to check off. Discover the freedom of time through the inspiring insights of Jen Pollock Michel as we discuss her latest book, &quo...

Send us a textWhat if trustworthiness was the key to unlocking a deeper understanding of faith? Join us as we engage with Dr. Ben Shaw, the author of "Trustworthy: 13 Arguments for the Reliabilit...

Send us a textWhat happens when we truly listen to the signals our bodies send us? Dr. Chuck DeGroat joins us for a transformative conversation on healing, self-awareness, and spiritual connection, in...

Send us a textWhat if you could transform your grief into a reservoir of strength and joy? Join us as we sit down with LaTan Roland Murphy, author of "His Strength, Her Joy," to explore the ...

Send us a textWhat happens when life's unexpected trials leave us feeling drained and unmotivated? Join us as author LaTan Roland Murphy shares her insights from her latest book, "His Streng...

Send us a text"Caring for another person is like the hero's journey, a transformative experience. Except unlike in the common formula, one does not need to leave the home" (Elissa Strau...

Send us a textWhat if your life's purpose is not something to be achieved but something to be discovered through love and faithfulness? Join us in a compelling conversation with Trevor Hudson, th...

Send us a textEver wondered how to truly discern God's will for your life? Join Janell as she sits down with Trevor Hudson, esteemed author and spiritual mentor, who offers an enlightening roadma...

Send us a textAs we transition from the warmth of summer to the crispness of autumn, we're reminded of the cyclical nature of life—how endings inevitably lead to new beginnings. This episode invi...

Send us a textDiscover how early attachment relationships shape our entire lives and learn how to foster emotional and spiritual well-being:You'll gain deep insights from Todd W. Hall and M. Eliz...

Send us a textCan you imagine being in a place where all your needs are met by unusual means and finding peace in complete dependence on something greater than yourself?As I celebrate the joys of welc...

Send us a textWhat if your perception could entirely reshape your life and spiritual growth? Join us as we conclude Season 16 with a reflective journey through the themes of holy curiosity, childlike ...

Send us a textImagine the delicate balance between life and death, embodied in the metaphors of stardust and clay. In this segment, we dive into the complexities of personal grief—from the struggle of...

Send us a textIn this little bonus episode, Janell and Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of "Stuff I'd Only Tell God," have a little question and answer time, using writing prompts from Jennif...

Send us a textWELCOME TO SEASON 12 Heartlifters! We are starting our "Summer of Slowing Down," and entering into many conversations about new rhythms, a slower pace of living, and contemplat...

Send us a textIn Part Two of the conversation with author Nijay Gupta, Janell and Nijay discuss women in the early church, highlighting influential figures like Lydia and Junia. Nijay encourages liste...

Send us a textDr. Nijay K. Gupta, author of "Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church, leads us into a riveting, remarkable, heart-stopping conversation about the...

Send us a textIn this special Sunday Edition, Janell shares "the state of the heart" of the podcast. Season 11's, "Let's Be Remarkable Tour," closes with two very special...