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Scars and Grace
Cherish Alkins
8 episodes
2 days ago
Scars & Grace is a soul-soothing podcast for anyone navigating the journey of healing, faith, and emotional restoration. Hosted with warmth, honesty, and spiritual depth, each episode invites you to sit down, take a breath, and explore the beautiful tension between our brokenness and the grace that holds us together. New episodes every Monday- filled with honesty, hope, and the kind of conversation your soul has been craving.
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Scars & Grace is a soul-soothing podcast for anyone navigating the journey of healing, faith, and emotional restoration. Hosted with warmth, honesty, and spiritual depth, each episode invites you to sit down, take a breath, and explore the beautiful tension between our brokenness and the grace that holds us together. New episodes every Monday- filled with honesty, hope, and the kind of conversation your soul has been craving.
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Scars and Grace
Healed & Healing

What if healing isn’t a finish line… but a lifelong journey?
So often, we think we’re “done” healing because the sting is gone, the anger has faded, or the depression has lifted. But in reality, healing is an ongoing process — one God continues to walk us through, layer by layer, moment by moment.

In this season finale of Scars & Grace, we explore what it means to be both healed and still healing — living with peace while continuing to grow. You’ll hear why new seasons and relationships can bring hidden wounds to the surface, and how God uses those moments to deepen our restoration.

🕊️ In this episode, we’ll cover:

  • Why healing never truly ends in this life

  • How God equips us to face new pain without fear

  • What it means to heal in community and love

  • How to stand firm in faith when the enemy attacks

📖 Scripture Highlight:
Isaiah 26:3 — “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.”

💭 You can walk in peace today, even if your healing is still unfolding.
With God’s love, His Word, and the Holy Spirit, we can face each day’s challenges without losing heart — because we know we belong to the Most High God.

✨ If this episode speaks to your heart, like, share, and subscribe for more Christ-centered conversations on healing, grace, and hope.

#ScarsAndGrace #ChristianPodcast #HealingJourney #FaithOverFear #ChristianEncouragement #GodHeals

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2 months ago
8 minutes 40 seconds

Scars and Grace
The Distraction Trap

What’s your go-to escape when life hurts?
When we face emotional pain, it’s tempting to run — to Netflix binges, new relationships, overworking, or even comfort food. These distractions feel safe, but they only delay the real work of healing.

In this episode of Scars & Grace, we talk about why avoidance only makes the wound deeper and how God invites us to face pain with Him, not run from it. We’ll explore how distractions can become idols when we depend on them for relief instead of turning to the Lord for true restoration.

🕊️ In this episode, we’ll cover:

  • Common distractions we use to numb our pain

  • The hidden cost of ignoring hurt instead of confronting it

  • Why facing the pain leads to lasting freedom

  • How to lean into God’s presence when you want to run away

📖 Scripture Highlight:
Psalm 34:18 — “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

💭 You don’t have to fight your battles in hiding.
God is your refuge, your healer, and your strength — even when facing the truth feels unbearable.

✨ If this episode resonates, like, share, and subscribe for more faith-filled conversations on healing, grace, and emotional restoration.

#ScarsAndGrace #ChristianPodcast #HealingJourney #EmotionalHealing #FaithOverFear #ChristianEncouragement #GodHeals

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2 months ago
10 minutes 44 seconds

Scars and Grace
Good Company

Who’s standing with you when life gets hard?
In this episode of Scars & Grace, we explore why the people you surround yourself with matter for your healing and spiritual growth. Community can either pull you closer to God or drag you further away — so who’s in your circle?

We’re looking at the story of Daniel and his friends — Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah — and how their faith, unity, and prayers changed the course of history. When Daniel faced death, he didn’t stand alone. He had a circle that prayed with him and for him. That’s the kind of strength you need when life feels heavy.

🕊️ In this episode, we’ll talk about:

  • Why the right friends make or break your healing journey

  • How to identify relationships that build you up (and let go of the ones that tear you down)

  • The spiritual power of praying friends

  • Why God never intended for you to heal in isolation

📖 Scripture Highlight:
Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 — “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.”

💭 Healing is hard — but you don’t have to do it alone.
Surround yourself with people who lift you up, fight with you, and lead you back to God every time.

✨ If this speaks to you, like, share, and subscribe for more conversations on faith, healing, and the power of God’s grace.

#ScarsAndGrace #GodlyCommunity #ChristianPodcast #HealingTogether #PowerOfPrayer #FaithFriends #EmotionalHealing #ChristianEncouragement

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3 months ago
9 minutes 51 seconds

Scars and Grace
Forgive Yourself

You’ve forgiven them… but have you forgiven yourself?
In this heartfelt episode of Scars & Grace, we’re talking about one of the hardest things to do on the healing journey: self-forgiveness.

Guilt and shame have a way of replaying old mistakes over and over in our minds. But living in the past keeps you stuck, and God never intended for you to live in chains. When you repent, He casts your sins into the sea of forgetfulness — so why are you still holding on?

🕊️ In this episode, we’ll dive into:

  • Why forgiving yourself is as important as forgiving others

  • How guilt and shame keep us from moving forward

  • What God’s Word says about freedom and forgiveness

  • Practical steps to break free from the cycle of regret

📖 Scripture Highlight:
Micah 7:19 — “You will again have compassion on us; you will tread our sins underfoot and hurl all our iniquities into the depths of the sea.”

💭 You’re free — but will you accept that freedom?
Stop reliving old mistakes. Stop letting shame define you. It’s time to forgive yourself and walk in the grace God already gave you.

✨ If this message speaks to you, like, share, and subscribe for more weekly episodes on faith, healing, and emotional restoration.

#ScarsAndGrace #ForgiveYourself #HealingThroughChrist #ChristianPodcast #GraceOverGuilt #EmotionalHealing #FaithAndFreedom #SelfForgiveness

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3 months ago
9 minutes 40 seconds

Scars and Grace
Healing Without Scars

Can you really heal without building walls?
In this powerful episode of Scars & Grace, we explore what it means to truly heal — not by becoming cold or distant, but by staying tender and open through the power of Christ.

Sometimes we think healing means “being over it” or never feeling pain again. But what if real healing isn’t about forgetting — it’s about learning to live with grace, wisdom, and peace?

🕊️ In this episode, we’ll talk about:

  • Why some scars become defence mechanisms

  • How to heal without hardening

  • The spiritual side of emotional pain

  • What Scripture says about tearing down strongholds and renewing your mind

📖 Scripture Highlight:
2 Corinthians 10:3–5 — “We take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ…”

💭 You don’t need to toughen up to be strong.
You just need to bring your pain to the One who can truly heal it.


If you're tired of pretending you're "fine," if you’ve buried your hurt under distractions or silence — this episode is for you. Let’s talk about what it means to heal gracefully.

🎧 New episodes weekly — Subscribe, share, and join the journey.
💬 Drop a comment: What does healing look like for you today?

#ScarsAndGrace #HealingWithoutScars #FaithHealing #ChristianPodcast #SpiritualGrowth #EmotionalHealing #MentalHealthAndFaith #GraceNotGrudges #HealingJourney


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3 months ago
9 minutes 58 seconds

Scars and Grace
When Thicker Skin Becomes a Wall

In this honest episode of Scars & Grace, we’re talking about what happens when your survival skills become your stumbling blocks. You built thicker skin to endure pain… but now it’s keeping love, community, and even spiritual connection at a distance.

🎙️ Let’s explore together:

  • How one-sided friendships can damage your view of self-worth

  • What emotional defense mechanisms look like in everyday life

  • Why thick skin often hardens the heart

  • How to soften again without falling apart

If you’ve ever felt unseen in your friendships, overlooked in relationships, or disconnected in church — this is your space. You’re not bitter. You’re just guarded. But healing is possible, and God is still reaching for you.

📖 Scripture Highlight:
Proverbs 4:23 — “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”
Guarding doesn’t mean walling yourself off from love, truth, or grace.

🕊️ What you’ll walk away with:

  • Courage to recognize unhealthy patterns

  • The wisdom to release what's no longer serving you

  • And the reminder that vulnerability with God is a strength, not a weakness

👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe for more weekly episodes on healing, faith, and emotional renewal through Jesus Christ.

#ScarsAndGrace #EmotionalHealing #GuardYourHeart #ChristianPodcast #HealingJourney #ThickSkinThinFaith #FaithAndFriendship #SpiritualGrowth

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3 months ago
10 minutes 38 seconds

Scars and Grace
Guarded Heart, Distant God

Are you keeping your heart guarded—even from God?
In this episode of Scars & Grace, we talk about the walls we build after being hurt by people… and how those same walls can create distance between us and God.

From one-sided friendships to suffering in silence, this conversation is a heartfelt reflection on how emotional defences impact our relationships — not just with others, but with the One who loves us unconditionally.

🕊️ Let’s explore:

  • Why we feel safer behind emotional walls

  • How our past wounds make us guarded in prayer

  • What it means to let God all the way in

  • How intimacy with God transforms how we fight spiritual battles

You were never meant to heal alone. God wants to draw close.
This episode is your invitation to take the first step back into deep, honest connection with Him.

🎧 Listen, reflect, and be reminded:
God doesn't want your perfection — He wants you.

📖 Scripture Highlight:
2 Corinthians 10:3–5 – “We take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ…”

🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on healing, faith, and grace.
👍 Like this episode if it resonates with you, and share it with someone who needs a reminder: God is near — even when we don’t feel it.

#ScarsAndGrace #GuardedHeart #ChristianPodcast #HealingThroughFaith #SpiritualHealing #FaithJourney #VulnerabilityWithGod #LetGodIn #EmotionalHealing #GodIsNear


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3 months ago
11 minutes 54 seconds

Scars and Grace
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Scars and Grace is a soul-soothing podcast for anyone navigating the journey of healing, faith, and emotional restoration. Hosted with warmth, honesty, and spiritual depth, each episode invites you to sit down, take a breath, and explore the beautiful tension between our brokenness and the grace that holds us together.


Through Scripture-based encouragement, real talk about trauma, forgiveness, relationships, and personal growth, Scars and Grace reminds you that healing isn’t linear — but it is possible through Christ.


Whether you're healing from heartbreak, wrestling with guilt, trying to forgive yourself, or simply seeking peace in the chaos, this podcast is a gentle hand on your back reminding you:

You’re not alone. You’re not too far gone. And God’s grace is still enough.


New episodes every Monday — filled with honesty, hope, and the kind of conversations your soul has been craving.

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4 months ago
1 minute 46 seconds

Scars and Grace
Scars & Grace is a soul-soothing podcast for anyone navigating the journey of healing, faith, and emotional restoration. Hosted with warmth, honesty, and spiritual depth, each episode invites you to sit down, take a breath, and explore the beautiful tension between our brokenness and the grace that holds us together. New episodes every Monday- filled with honesty, hope, and the kind of conversation your soul has been craving.