Emma Deason joins Alex Vaughn to talk about how to date God’s way — with faith, forgiveness, and patience. From healing after heartbreak to knowing when to pursue or wait, this episode dives deep into Scripture-based truth for Christian dating and purpose.
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This week, Alex sits down with Aly Grace to share an authentic testimony of heartbreak, trauma, and redemption. Through deep healing and surrender, they reveal how God rewrites our stories when we invite Him into the pain.
💬 Topics: trauma recovery, forgiveness, baptism, faith restoration, community, identity in Christ.
When you feel like God is silent, He might just be whispering. 🌿
In this episode, Alex walks through 1 Kings 19, where Elijah runs in fear and meets God in stillness — not in the earthquake, fire, or wind, but in a gentle whisper. This episode dives deep into:
💡 How to recognize God’s voice amid chaos and fear
💡 Why rest and obedience are both spiritual disciplines
💡 What Elijah’s journey reveals about mental health, burnout, and renewal
💡 How to overcome anxiety, fear, and sin by hearing truth over lies
If you’ve ever struggled to know if it’s God speaking, this message will help you discern His presence and find peace that surpasses understanding.
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✨ Scripture references: 1 Kings 19 · Psalm 51:10 · Hebrews 4:12 · Matthew 5:8 · Romans 8:16
Cimyia shares her journey through divorce, fear, depression, and seeking love in the wrong places — to finding healing and freedom in Jesus. If you’ve wrestled with identity, control, or feeling unworthy, her story will remind you that Jesus has always been with you and His love redeems every part of your story.
God is still in the business of breaking down walls. In this episode of My Lighthouse, Alex walks through Joshua 6 and the fall of Jericho, uncovering how obedience, faith, and God’s presence lead to breakthrough.
💡 What the Jericho story reveals about overcoming sin, fear, and obstacles
💡 Why God calls us to uncomfortable obedience and how it builds our faith
💡 The power of prayer, God’s Word, and bold faith in everyday battles
Whether you’re struggling with doubt, addiction, or just needing encouragement in your walk with Jesus, this episode reminds you that the battle is already won in Christ.
Revival is here. In this episode, Alex and Emma dive into the Unite Movement—where thousands of students are gathering under the name of Jesus. We talk about how revival starts with prayer, the power of mentorship, and how to overcome rejection and comparison in your faith journey.
💡 The Unite documentary and its impact on campuses
💡 How small “yeses” to God lead to big kingdom work
💡 Why prayer and community precede every move of God
💡 Walking in your identity and freedom in Christ
Jasmine opens up about her powerful testimony—growing up in the church, facing deep childhood trauma, battling years of secret addiction, and learning to walk in freedom through Christ. This raw and unfiltered conversation is for anyone who has ever felt alone, carried shame, or wondered if God truly sees them.
In this episode you’ll hear:
This is one of the most vulnerable and hope-filled stories shared on My Lighthouse Podcast.
Have you ever felt trapped in cycles of food shame, emotional eating, or disordered eating? In this episode, I share my story of how Jesus met me in the middle of binge eating, bulimia, and anorexic patterns—and how His Word brought lasting freedom.
⚠️ Disclaimer & Trigger Warning:This episode discusses sensitive topics including disordered eating, binge eating, bulimia, and anorexia. I am not a medical professional. This is my personal story and faith perspective, not medical advice. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek professional help and use the resources linked below.
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No matter where you are, there is hope, healing, and freedom available through Jesus.
Singleness isn’t a waiting room—it’s a season of purpose. In this episode, Alex and Mia explore how to find true contentment in Christ, overcome idolatry, and prepare for dating God’s way. Whether you’re single, dating, or somewhere in between, this conversation will help you align your heart with God’s plan.
She lost her sport, chased the party life, and felt empty—until God changed everything.
In this powerful conversation, Maddie shares her testimony of going from lukewarm faith to fully surrendering her life to Jesus.
We talk about:💡 How God used loss to redirect her calling💡 Why lukewarm faith will never satisfy💡 Practical ways to find your identity in Christ💡 The role of godly community in spiritual growth
If you’ve ever felt stuck between the world and your faith, this is the encouragement you need.
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Why do we keep doing what we don’t want to do… even after we say “yes” to Jesus?
If you’re stuck in a sin cycle, battling guilt, or wondering whether you’re really saved—this episode is for you.
We will walk through Romans 7 and 8 to help you understand why the struggle is real, what freedom really means, and how to stop striving for a love that’s already yours.
🕊️ Topics we cover:
• Why your sin doesn't change your identity
• The war between flesh and spirit (Romans 7–8)
• The difference between conviction vs condemnation
• Accepting God’s discipline as love, not punishment
• How Jesus already made a way—even if you still struggle
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Struggling to read the Bible daily? Feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start? This episode is your beginner-friendly guide to understanding Scripture, breaking down Bible structure, and overcoming doubts and fears. Learn simple, practical steps to make Bible reading part of your everyday life—and discover how Jesus is the key to unlocking every passage.
In this episode, we cover:💡 How to build a daily Bible reading habit💡 The Bible’s structure: Gospels, Letters, Prophets, and more💡 Encouragement for doubts, fears, and shame💡 Why Jesus fulfills every part of Scripture
📚 Helpful Bible Study Tools:👉 Bible Recap: @thebiblerecap👉 Bible Project: @bibleproject👉 Enduring Word Commentary (App)👉 Blue Letter Bible: https://www.blueletterbible.org/
⏱️ Timestamps:5:23 – Before You Read the Bible9:01 – Table of Contents Visual10:26 – The Gospels13:32 – Different Ways to Learn the Bible14:18 – The Law16:28 – The History21:10 – Wisdom and Poetry25:46 – The Prophets27:33 – The Letters29:25 – Prophecy30:41 – Real Talk About Reading Your Bible38:44 – Ending + Prayer
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🎧 Feeling unworthy? In today’s episode, we uncover how God’s love meets you exactly where you are—and how it transforms every moment of doubt.
In this conversation, you’ll discover:
• How to recognize and receive God’s love amid self‑doubt
• Practical next steps for walking in freedom, confidence, and purpose
• Real‑life stories of breakthrough that will inspire your faith
✨ What’s inside:
A deep dive into Romans 8:38‑39, actionable journaling prompts to reinforce your identity in Christ, and a simple prayer practice to carry with you all week.
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Are you feeling overwhelmed, confused, or spiritually stuck? You might be under spiritual warfare — and you’re not alone. In this episode, we break down what spiritual warfare really means, how to recognize its tactics, and powerful biblical strategies to overcome the enemy’s attacks. Strengthen your faith and stand firm with God’s truth today.
💡 Understand spiritual warfare symptoms and its impact on your daily life💡 Learn how to guard your mind and spirit against attack💡 Discover practical prayers and Scripture to fight back💡 Grow stronger in your faith through God’s power and presence
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In today’s powerful episode, Olivia Walls shares the raw truth of hitting rock bottom and saying something many are too afraid to admit:
"God, I don’t love You anymore."
Struggling with deep depression and complete spiritual apathy, Olivia felt numb and alone. But in her desperation, she cried out to hear God's voice again. His response?
"Remember the last thing I told you."
That moment launched a 17-day fast—one she didn’t fully understand, but one that unlocked healing, broke chains, and reignited her soul.
This is a story of redemption.
A testimony of God’s patient pursuit.
A reminder that even when you stop chasing Him—He never stops chasing you.
If you’ve faced depression, spiritual dryness, or feel far from God, Olivia’s lighthouse moment will stir your heart and remind you that it’s never too late to return.
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Do you want to really know God—not just believe in Him, but walk with Him, hear His voice, and trust His heart?
In this episode, we’re diving into how to build a personal relationship with God by understanding the character of Jesus. You’ll get practical, biblical steps to grow in your faith and discover more of who God is through His Son.
We cover:
💡 The key characteristics of Jesus that reveal who God truly is
💡 How to move from religion to real relationship💡 Practical ways to grow in intimacy with God
💡 Why knowing Jesus personally transforms your entire life
I also share a part of my story—how I used to be stuck in depression, anxiety, and drinking to cope. Jesus redeemed me, and He wants to meet you right where you are too.
Whether you’re feeling close to God or far from Him, this episode will equip and encourage you to go deeper in your walk with Jesus.
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God did a miracle in Mia’s heart — and we’re talking about all of it. 💡
From lukewarm faith to overflowing joy, this episode is full of healing, hilarious moments (yes, including a bleach disaster 😅), and the reminder that Jesus meets you right where you are.
💬 Whether you feel far from God or you're just trying to stay lit for Him in a loud world, this conversation will make you feel seen, encouraged, and not so alone in your walk.
In this episode, we talk about:
💡 Growing a relationship with Jesus — even when He feels distant
💡 What it means to be lukewarm — and how God gently draws us back
💡 Trusting Him when life feels uncertain
💡 The joy that comes from truly following Jesus
💡 How to be a light in college and beyond (Matthew 5:14–16)
💡 And of course… the bleach fail that’ll make you laugh out loud
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🎙️ Welcome to My Lighthouse Podcast — hosted by Alex Vaughn featuring Emma Deason, who are two Christian women figuring out life, faith, and friendship together to discover the heart of Jesus. 🌊💡In this episode, we’re getting real about what it actually means to know Jesus personally — not just going to church or checking boxes, but walking with Him daily in the middle of college classes, relationship questions, anxiety, and real-life struggles. We talk about hearing God's voice, trusting His timing, and recognizing His character when everything around you feels uncertain.
Emma also shares her powerful Lighthouse moment — the story of when she encountered the face of Jesus — and how it continues to shape her walk with Him. We open up about the joy and challenges of following Jesus in college, how to pray when you don’t know what to say, how to trust God with your future, and yes… even a little about our love lives too 💬💕
Whether you're a college student, a recent grad, or someone just looking for a deeper relationship with God — this conversation is for you. You’re not alone, and you’re so welcome here.
✨ In this episode, we talk about:
▪️ Growing a relationship with Jesus — even when He feels far
▪️ Hearing God’s voice in a noisy world
▪️ Trusting Him in the unknown
▪️ Discovering His character when life doesn’t go your way
▪️ Navigating faith, friendships, and love in college
▪️ What it means to truly be a light in this world (Matthew 5:14–16)🕊️ Come for the honest conversations, stay for the laughs, and leave feeling seen, understood, and closer to Jesus.
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Are you a Christian in college trying to go all in with God? 💛 In this episode of My Lighthouse, I sit down with my best friend Grace — a psychology major who’s passionate about Jesus — as we dive deep into how faith, friendship, and purpose come together in college life.We talk about:🔹 What it means to surrender everything to Jesus in your 20s🔹 How studying psychology has shaped Grace’s walk with Christ🔹 Real talk about identity, anxiety, and trusting God fully🔹 How to stay rooted in faith in a college culture that pulls you away🔹 Encouragement for Christians looking for purposeWhether you’re a college student, a young Christian figuring it out, or someone curious about how Jesus changes everything — this episode is for you. 💬🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Christian podcasts on faith, friendship, and following Jesus!📖 Inspired by Matthew 5:15-16 — we’re here to be lights in the darkness.#ChristianPodcast #FaithInCollege #JesusInCollege #ChristianCollegeStudents #ChristianYoungAdults #PsychologyAndFaith #FaithOverFear #GoAllInWithGod #ChristianEncouragement #ChristianFriendship #MentalHealthAndFaith #GodsPlan #CollegeWithChrist#ChristianDiscipleship #MyLighthousePodcast
Ever wondered why your spiritual life feels stuck—or thriving? In this episode, we will break open the meaning of the four soils Jesus described in Matthew 13 and begin the soul-deep journey of asking: Which one am I… really?
