Beauty in the Brokenness- Christian Women (Bible Study, Faith, Sexuality, Freedom from Shame)
Teresa Whiting
132 episodes
9 hours ago
Leah’s story is one of heartbreak, hope, and redemption. Overlooked and unloved, she longed to be chosen—but God saw her, heard her cries, and wove her into His redemptive plan. If you’ve ever felt forgotten or rejected, this episode will remind you that you are seen, chosen, and deeply loved by God, who invites you to praise Him even in your pain. Click here for show notes Watch this Episode on YouTube Support the show Thanks for listening! If you like the podcast, you will love Teresa's wee...
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Leah’s story is one of heartbreak, hope, and redemption. Overlooked and unloved, she longed to be chosen—but God saw her, heard her cries, and wove her into His redemptive plan. If you’ve ever felt forgotten or rejected, this episode will remind you that you are seen, chosen, and deeply loved by God, who invites you to praise Him even in your pain. Click here for show notes Watch this Episode on YouTube Support the show Thanks for listening! If you like the podcast, you will love Teresa's wee...
Leah’s story is one of heartbreak, hope, and redemption. Overlooked and unloved, she longed to be chosen—but God saw her, heard her cries, and wove her into His redemptive plan. If you’ve ever felt forgotten or rejected, this episode will remind you that you are seen, chosen, and deeply loved by God, who invites you to praise Him even in your pain. Click here for show notes Watch this Episode on YouTube Support the show Thanks for listening! If you like the podcast, you will love Teresa's wee...
What if the most life-changing truth isn’t simply that God loves people, but that God knows and loves you? He knows every thought, every word, every action—and still pursues you with steadfast love. That’s the heartbeat of our conversation with author and Bible teacher Glenna Marshall as we open Psalm 139 and let it reshape how we see God—and how we see ourselves. Click here for show notes and to connect with Glenna Marshall. Watch this Episode on YouTube Support the show Thanks for listening...
Tired of waiting for God to answer your prayers? Pastor Dustin Crowe and Teresa Whiting explore how hardships can lead to spiritual growth, deeper faith, and a clearer understanding of God’s purpose. Whether you’re walking through a difficult season, seeking hope in suffering, or wondering how God might be at work in your life, listen in for encouragement, biblical insight, and practical guidance for finding meaning and purpose in your wilderness. Click here for show notes and to connec...
On today’s episode, Whitney Akin shares her beautiful heart for serving women and her lifelong struggle with living seen. Through the story of Hagar and other biblical characters, Whitney has discovered the relentless heart of God in pursuit of His daughters. She is a kindred spirit whose life work includes sharing this good news with women through her writing, speaking, and podcast. For those feeling overlooked, Whitney offers hope and practical steps toward living seen. Listen in and find, ...
Have you ever felt discarded, rejected, or utterly forgotten? The story of Hagar speaks directly to that experience with a message of hope. Hagar's journey from rejected slave to personally encountered by God reveals a powerful truth: when the world walks away, God comes looking. He sees your tears, hears your prayers, and knows your name. Her story reminds us that often our deepest encounters with God happen not in our moments of triumph, but in our experiences of abandonment and despa...
What if your story doesn't begin with brokenness, but with beauty? Curt Thompson, MD returns to challenge our fundamental understanding of the gospel narrative, reminding us that Genesis 1 - not Genesis 3 - is where our story truly begins. This profound conversation reveals how recognizing our original design as beings created for beauty and relationship can transform our approach to healing from trauma. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, you can listen to it here. Click here for sh...
The human heart carries a longing to be truly seen and known. In this conversation with psychiatrist Curt Thompson, MD, we explore this universal yearning not as a weakness or flaw, but as the very cornerstone of our humanity. Whether you've felt invisible, misunderstood, or afraid to reveal your true self, this conversation offers hope and practical wisdom. Join us as we explore how embracing the gaze of God and safe others can rewire our brains and restore our souls. Click here for sh...
Do you ever feel invisible or overlooked? In this episode, we explore biblical stories of women who felt unseen and discover how God actively pursues those society forgets. Teresa introduces her Seen series and unpacks how you can connect with both God and others in a digital, distracted world. Click here for show notes and resources. Watch this Episode on YouTube Upcoming EventsHealing Power of Lament WorkshopGraced Women's Gathering"The Women" ConferenceHope Restored Trauma Intensive Suppo...
Teresa Whiting unveils the podcast's new name, Beauty in the Brokenness, reflecting her 11-year passion for finding God's beauty in the midst of pain. She shares her journey of letting fear hold her back from embracing this message and how she's finally stepping into the vision God placed on her heart years ago. We discuss: • The difference between beauty after brokenness vs finding beauty in the midst of pain • Finding glimpses of beauty in everyday moments • Understanding "the ache" w...
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An honest convo about what's on Teresa's heart these days: • Finding our identity • Lament (yet again) • The significance of our small lives • The power (and pain) of pruning • Why I'm taking a “summer sabbath” • Bonus journaling hack Sign up here to join Teresa's prayer team or be a beta reader for her next Bible Study! Support the show Thanks for listening! If you like the podcast, you will love Teresa's weekly podcast update. Sign up here. Order Graced: How God Redeems and Restores ...
Get the PDF of Amy Young's The Wide Spectrum of Mothering How do you feel about Mother's Day? I have always been part of churches that sought to celebrate mothers. Honoring the women in our midst for the brave and difficult work of mothering is right and beautiful! But it’s not that simple. Mother’s Day has been a complicated holiday for many women. So much so, that they stay home from church on that day. This year, I read a piece by Amy Young at the beginning of our servic...
Pornography has invaded countless marriages, shattering trust and distorting God's beautiful design for sexuality. When 64% of Christian men struggle with porn, the ripple effects touch nearly every family and church community—yet we're keeping silent. In Part 2 of our conversation, Jody Allen continues to share her journey after discovering her husband's pornography addiction. She begins with this powerful declaration: "We do not have to tolerate pornography in our relationships." Thi...
I know Jody Allen’s story will speak deeply to many of you. Despite years of counseling and intensive treatment, her husband ultimately chose pornography over his marriage, his children, and his family. After a long and painful struggle, Jody’s marriage ended in divorce. Without minimizing the deep pain of her journey, Jody shares the countless ways God has shown Himself faithful. In part one of our conversation, she offers heartbreaking statistics, reveals the warning signs of porn add...
This week we continue our transformative conversation about sexual wholeness from a Christian perspective with Dr. Carol Tanksley. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, listen here. Whether you're single, struggling with shame about your sexual past, or simply trying to understand how sexuality fits within your faith journey, this episode offers wisdom and practical guidance. Sexual wholeness begins with accepting this invitation to "just come" as you are, trusting that Jesus will meet...
Sexual brokenness often begins with wounds we don't want to face. Dr. Carol Tanksley, OBGYN physician turned ordained minister, draws from 30 years of medical practice and her own journey to explore how our personal stories shape our sexual decisions. Dr. Carol directs our attention to what Jesus emphasized most - the condition of the heart. While behaviors certainly have consequences, lasting transformation begins with addressing the wounds, lies, and empty places in our souls that dri...
Breaking free from pornography addiction is not an overnight process but a journey—one that requires understanding, support, and a deep commitment to healing. This is Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Juli Slattery (if you haven't heard Part 1, you can find it here). Today we explore the complex nature of sexual brokenness and the path toward wholeness that's available to everyone, regardless of their past or present struggles. Click here for show notes Watch this Episode on YouTube Th...
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Juli Slattery about the growing issue of pornography addiction among women. We discuss how the porn industry has intentionally targeted women, the shame that keeps many trapped in silence, and the neurological and emotional factors that make it difficult to break free. Dr. Slattery shares insights from her book Her Freedom Journey, co-authored with Dr. Joy Skarka, which provides practical and biblical guidance for women seeking freedom from pornography. The c...
I'd love to hear from you! Shoot me a text. We all experience seasons of grief, disappointment, and loss. While we long for peace and joy, the reality is that we live in a broken world where suffering is inevitable. But God has given us a way to process our pain with Him. In today's episode, we explore the biblical language of lament, using Psalm 13 as our guide. If you're feeling overwhelmed or unsure of how to approach God in your pain, this episode will give you words for bringing y...
In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Brenda Stewart, a therapist and recovery and resilience coach. Brenda specializes in grief coaching, compassion fatigue, and burnout, helping women navigate life’s challenges, including trauma and eating disorders. Together, we explore the realities of grief, the biblical practice of lament, and how we can process our pain while deepening our trust in God. Brenda shares practical tools for expressing grief, from creative arts to embodied practices...
Beauty in the Brokenness- Christian Women (Bible Study, Faith, Sexuality, Freedom from Shame)
Leah’s story is one of heartbreak, hope, and redemption. Overlooked and unloved, she longed to be chosen—but God saw her, heard her cries, and wove her into His redemptive plan. If you’ve ever felt forgotten or rejected, this episode will remind you that you are seen, chosen, and deeply loved by God, who invites you to praise Him even in your pain. Click here for show notes Watch this Episode on YouTube Support the show Thanks for listening! If you like the podcast, you will love Teresa's wee...
