Have you ever wondered what you can trust God for? Have you paused before asking, wondering, can I ask God for that? Can God handle my prayers? Is God able to handle my life? The God Has This Podcast is a conversation between women describing high and low and in between moments in our lives when we learned God holds us, and yes, God has this. Each week a sister will share a story or conversation. We hope you will be encouraged by our experiences, and you will find that you are not alone in y ...
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This podcast features columnist Patricia Holbrook's interviews with Christian leaders, authors, movie producers and actors, as well as ordinary believers whose faith and life story will encourage you to remain strong in your faith and boldly step into your God-sized dreams. Among others, Patricia has interviewed Jim Caviezel, Max Lucado, Lee Strobel, the Kendrick Brothers, Priscilla Shirer, and Francine Rivers for her YouTube channel and her interviews are also available on this podcast.Patr ...
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Have you ever wondered, “What should I do with my life?” Or, “Should I stay or should I go?” Or, “Is there anyone out there who actually tells the freaking truth about life and work today, but also does not leave me in despair?” Wonder no more! The “Becoming You” podcast has arrived, hosted by Suzy Welch, the business journalist-turned-professor at the helm of NYU’s wildly popular self-discovery class by the same name. A three New York Times best-seller and frequent contributor to the Today ...
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Becoming You: The Process Continues (Part 2) How Knowing What You’re Good At Changes Everything
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34:17Last week, we began exploring the Becoming You process by uncovering values — the truths that quietly shape our choices and help point us towards our purpose. This week, we go deeper. In Part 2 of this three-part series, Suzy sits down again with alumni Max and Kristen to explore aptitudes — not the skills you’ve learned, but the ones you’re wired …
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Becoming You: The Process Begins (Part 1) Inside the Values Deep Dive That Changes Everything
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35:09You’ve heard the phrase “Becoming You” — maybe in a friend’s recommendation, maybe in a moment when your own life felt off-track. But what does it really mean to “become” yourself? In this powerful first episode of a special three-part series, Suzy Welch — professor, career expert, and the host of Becoming You — takes you inside the very first and …
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No Pain Is Wasted | Interview with Kim Patton
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44:43Send us a text Hey friends! 💛 In this deeply moving episode, I had the joy of speaking with Kim Patton, an author and ministry leader whose powerful journey through heartbreak, foster care, and major life transitions is a true testament to God’s redemptive power. Kim shares how her family answered the call to foster at a group home, eventually movi…
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Can We Really Ever Write Our Own Stories?
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28:28Before Becoming You was a methodology, a class, or a book — it was a question. A question that our host Suzy Welch grappled with for decades as she sought to make her way in the world, as a wife, journalist, mother, and professor. Is it ever really possible to write the story of our own lives, or are we fated to edit the script handed to us by our …
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Bikers' Prayers Deliver A Miracle | An Interview with Angie Howell
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40:09Send us a text As I prepared for this episode of God-Sized Stories, I couldn’t stop thinking about the long list of unlikely people God used throughout Scripture—murderers, prostitutes, adulterers, cowards. People whose résumés would never pass a background check today. And yet, these are the ones God chose to accomplish His most glorious work. Tha…
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Live from New York…It’s Becoming You! (Part Two)
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32:14This week, we return to questions from the Becoming You reunion in New York — and to the complicated truth of what can happen after you find your purpose. First, you’ll meet Molly, who lands a job that aligns with her values — only to discover it comes with layoffs and instability. Then there’s Tim, an alum from the very first Becoming You cohort, …
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Recently, the Becoming You community gathered in person for a special event — and the questions were as big as ever. This episode features two Becoming You alumni facing different versions of the same dilemma: how do you move toward your purpose when it’s either far away… or still a little fuzzy? McKenna is a sustainability consultant by day and as…
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Becoming You 101: You Were Born To Do This
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30:14This week on Becoming You, we’re diving into the heart of it all: the methodology that’s changing lives, one purpose at a time. Whether you’re a first-time listener or a longtime fan (love you, by the way), this episode is your ultimate guide to answering the question that occupies us all heart, mind, and soul: What should I do with my life? In thi…
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Real-Life Miracles and Hope: Behind the Scenes of Show Me Your Glory with Eric Swithin
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41:46Send us a text Why does a loving God allow suffering? And can miracles really happen in the middle of our pain? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Eric and Kameron Swithin—ministry leaders, filmmakers, and the hearts behind the brand-new documentary Show Me Your Glory, releasing in theaters nationwide May 13–15, 2025. Eric, a combat veteran,…
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Becoming You and…Becoming Me: The Untold Story, Until Now, Because, Well, Here It Is
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29:32Every book has a backstory, and Becoming You (published today, heck yeah!) is no exception. In this episode, we go behind the scenes — not just of the writing of the book, but of the emotional excavation and journey of reinvention it required. Told Rashomon-style, this funny, poignant, and intimate episode features the voices of the people who live…
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Seeing The Supernatural: Lee Strobel's Latest Investigation
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58:06Send us a text Have you ever had a supernatural experience you couldn't explain? Or wondered whether stories of angels, near-death encounters, or spiritual warfare are real? In this thought-provoking episode of God-Sized Stories, I sit down with bestselling author and investigative journalist Lee Strobel to discuss his newest book, Seeing the Super…
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You Were Judged. You Judged Back. Now What?
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30:21It’s one of the more painful human experiences: being judged not for what we’ve done, but for what we value. This episode examines why those moments leave such a lasting mark — and why, so often, we end up doing the same to others. Listeners share stories of judgment given and received, and the consequences of not finding the right words when it ma…
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Still Bearing Fruit: A Conversation on Purpose and Longevity
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19:19Send us a text Hey, friends! Today we’re doing something a little different—you guessed it, we’re going botanical with a spiritual twist! In this episode, I dive deep into powerful biblical lessons hidden in the lives of evergreen trees. What does it really look like to live like an evergreen tree in our walk with Christ? Here are the three powerfu…
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Accidents Happen; You Just Don’t Want Your Life to be One
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23:27We’re told to live intentionally — to take the reins, to choose boldly. But often, without realizing it, we drift. Titles accumulate, opportunities knock, life happens. And suddenly, the path we’re on isn’t one we meant to choose. In this episode, two listeners — separated by decades — unknowingly echo the same story: ambition deferred, then redefi…
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Faith And Purpose While In Prison | An Interview with Judy Henderson
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49:35Send us a text What happens when a life sentence meets God’s grace? In this powerful episode of God-Sized Stories, I had the incredible honor of sitting down with Judy Henderson—a woman whose testimony left me speechless and inspired. From the depths of trauma and incarceration to the heights of healing and purpose, Judy’s journey is a breathtaking…
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The Three Indisputable Secrets To Success. No, Really.
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28:14There’s no way around it: success is hard. It’s prized, pursued, endlessly theorized — and yet, remains frustratingly rare. Still, behind many lasting success stories lies a shared set of conditions. This episode explores one such framework: the PIE theory — a framework for understanding what actually endures. Disarmingly simple, quietly complex, a…
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The Killer Career Question We Never Ask Ourselves…But Must
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26:56Come with us this week as our host Suzy Welch demonstrates how good she is at pottery! Wait, don’t. Because she’s terrible. Not for lack of trying. She’s tried her entire life. And not for lack of love. It’s her favorite thing. And that’s pretty much the point of this week’s episode of Becoming You, the podcast devoted to answering the question, “W…
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So You Think "Altruism" is One of Your Values? Yeah, That's Complicated.
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25:17Lots of people want to help other people. In their jobs. In their lives. In fact, lots of people would tell you "helping" is one of their main values. They only wish they could do it more. How wonderful that is in theory...and how complicated that can be in real life. Every week, Becoming You -- the podcast that aims to answer the question, "What d…
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Are We Ever Really Real? A Podcast About The Happiness Value, With Special Guest Liz Moody
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31:12What does it mean to find your purpose or to have an authentic life? Are either of those goals actually attainable – really? In this episode of Becoming You, Suzy sits down with bestselling author and top podcast host Liz Moody for an insightful—and at times surprising—conversation about Eudemonia, the often-misunderstood “happiness value” that can…
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Thriving In Your Later Years | Interview with Dr. Mark Rutland
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26:03Send us a text I am beyond excited to invite you to watch our latest podcast episode, where I had the pleasure of speaking with the insightful Dr. Mark Rutland. Our conversation delves into the art of aging gracefully, embracing laughter, and maintaining a generous heart as life's pace begins to change. Dr. Rutland offers captivating stories and wi…
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Buckle up, friends, because today we’re tackling one of life’s sneakiest traps—the B+ life. You get what that means: Good job, decent relationships, maybe even some great days. But most of the time? It’s just… fine. And fine is the enemy of flourishing. If you’ve ever found yourself wondering, "What do I do with my life?" or feeling stuck in the se…
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Winning Every Battle | An Episode For Military Couples | Interview with Matt and Kristina Spencer
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52:29Send us a text In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Chaplain Major Matthew Spencer, USAF, and Kristina Spencer to discuss their powerful book, "VALOR & VOWS: A Tactical Guide to a Mission-Ready Marriage." 💍✨ As a military chaplain, Matthew has witnessed firsthand the challenges that service members and their spouses face. Together, he and Kri…
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Me, My Career, and Anxiety: A Love Story, with Special Guest Chrissy Rutherford
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25:49You don't have to read the news to know that anxiety is everywhere and anywhere these days, endemic across generations and cultures. But where Suzy confronts anxiety most often is in the Becoming You classroom, where her students ask a question many of us have wondered: How can I possibly design my perfect future when my head and heart are consumed…
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Discovering Joy in Singleness: Lessons from Ryan Wekenman
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46:59Send us a text Welcome back to another inspirational episode of God-sized Stories! In this special episode, I sit down with Ryan Wekenman, a dedicated singles pastor and the insightful author of "Single Today." Ryan shares his compelling journey of singleness and the profound lessons he has unearthed along the way. ✨ Episode Highlights: - God's Mov…
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In this week's deeply personal episode of Becoming You, we revisit one of the podcast's most loved stories -- about Suzy's swan named, well, "Suzy" -- and bring it up-to-date with an ending that might surprise you, because it certainly surprised Suzy herself. But don't get the idea that this episode is about bird life (although it is...a little)...…
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New Thought More Sinister Than New Age | Insights from Melissa Dougherty
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55:23Send us a text Welcome back to another compelling episode of God-sized Stories! This week, we dive deep into a topic that has been subtly influencing the Christian community – the New Thought movement. Our special guest, Melissa Dougherty, an astute YouTuber and author, joins us to shed light on how New Thought philosophies are creeping into our ch…
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Please Stop Taking the Dumbest Advice in the World
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21:08Every day, we make decisions—big, small, and everything in between, each one shaping our careers and relationships, and sometimes even the course of our entire lives. And yet, most of us were never taught how to actually make a decision. Instead, we accept the conventional wisdom: "Just trust your gut." Too bad that advice is only right half the ti…
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You’re Fine. You’re Good. You’re…Trapped?
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32:08The Becoming You method of purpose-discovery is based on the premise that there’s one wild and precious life that we’re each meant to live. But it also acknowledges that there’s real life out there. Real life is where we too often cede our hoped-for dreams of purpose and joy to the many seemingly inescapable demands, constraints, obstacles and chal…
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Love That Survives Storms: Rebecca St. James and Cubbie Fink’s Inspiring Story
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35:38Send us a text Get ready for an inspiring episode of "God-Sized Stories" as I sit down with Grammy Award-winning artist Rebecca St. James and musician/producer Cubbie Fink! In this powerful conversation, Rebecca and Cubbie share their journey of faith, music, and trusting God through life's challenges. From chart-topping success to personal struggl…
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You Love Your Family. You Love Your Work. You Hate How That Feels.
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28:43What happens when two forces, your home life and your work life —both central to your identity—need you with equal urgency at the exact same moment? Well, chaos happens. Or guilt. Or angst. Or sheer, utter exhaustion. Or...all of the above.In this episode, Suzy gets into a heart-to-heart with Jennifer, a woman who finds herself caught in a battle b…
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