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How to Stop Overcomplicating Your Relationship With God - with Hosanna Wong

Allyson Golden — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this powerful conversation, Hosanna Wong shares her journey from a difficult childhood to discovering a life-changing relationship with Jesus and how one woman’s simple faith transformed her family forever. We talk about her new book, Uncomplicate It, and why so many Christians feel spiritually exhausted, stuck, or distant from God. Hosanna unpacks how busyness, shame, unrealistic expectations, and distractions can keep us from experiencing authentic faith and hearing God’s voice in everyday life. This episode is full of practical encouragement for spiritual growth, Christian living, and learning how to encounter God in the middle of your real, everyday life. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow closer to God without striving or performance, this conversation will remind you that Jesus came to simplify faith, not complicate it.

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What Do I Do When God Feels Distant? - With Lisa Whittle

Allyson Golden — Mon, 25 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this encouraging conversation, Lisa Whittle shares her personal journey of faith and the importance of intentionally pursuing God’s presence through every season of life. She opens up about navigating spiritual dryness, offering hope and practical encouragement for listeners who feel distant from God. The episode explores simple but powerful habits like daily Bible reading, scripture memorization, prayer, and creating quiet space to reconnect spiritually. Lisa also discusses recognizing distractions, confronting false beliefs with God’s truth, and trusting Him through both desert seasons and revival moments. This inspiring episode offers practical wisdom for anyone seeking deeper faith, spiritual growth, and renewed intimacy with God.

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Knowing God In Our Pain - With Laney Rene Pickens

Allyson Golden — Mon, 18 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this podcast episode, Allyson sits down with Laney Pickens to talk about trusting God in difficult seasons, healing from pain, and learning to know God as a loving Father. Through honest conversations about motherhood, suffering, waiting, and spiritual growth, Lainey shares how God’s presence became real to her in seasons of heartbreak and uncertainty. Together, they explore biblical encouragement for anxiety, disappointment, faith during hard times, and what it means to rest in God’s love when life feels overwhelming. This episode is for anyone searching for Christian encouragement, hope in suffering, emotional healing, or a deeper relationship with Jesus. If you’ve been asking where God is in your pain, this conversation reminds you of His faithfulness, nearness, and fatherly love.

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Getting Through What You’re Going Through - With Tanner Olson

Allyson Golden — Mon, 11 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this deeply personal conversation, Tanner Olson opens up about the heart behind his book Getting Through What You’re Going Through and the real-life struggles that shaped it. Together, we talk honestly about what it looks like to hold onto hope and faith when you’re walking through hardship, mental health challenges, and seasons that feel heavy. Tanner shares how poetry and telling the truth about pain can become pathways to healing, resilience, and personal growth. If you’re in a hard season, this episode feels like sitting with a friend who gently reminds you that hope in hardship is still possible.

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How Can We Trust God When Life Falls Apart? - With Amanda Hayhurst

Allyson Golden — Mon, 04 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Allyson interviews Amanda Hayhurst, and they explore how suffering, grief, and hardship can become places of deeper intimacy with God rather than distance from Him. Amanda opens up about her son's diagnosis with leukemia and how the Lord carried them through a very hard and unexpected season. Allyson and Amanda talk about how pain reveals hidden idols, how bringing raw emotions to God builds trust, and how Scripture anchors us when life feels uncertain. If you’ve wrestled with faith in the midst of suffering, healing from trauma, trusting God in hard seasons, or finding your identity in Christ when life falls apart, this conversation offers biblical encouragement and practical hope. They also discuss how God can transform personal pain into purpose, using our stories to strengthen others. This episode is for anyone longing to grow spiritually through suffering and discover God’s presence in the middle of it.

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Can Women Preach? - An Honest Conversation on Women in Church Leadership with Dr. Preston Sprinkle

Allyson Golden — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Dr. Preston Sprinkle and Allyson talk about what the Bible actually says about women in church leadership and why this topic can feel so complex for Christians today. He shares insights from his three-year study for his book From Genesis to Junia, helping us understand both egalitarian and complementarian views of biblical leadership. We dive into how to interpret Scripture faithfully, examine the importance of context, and how to study the Bible with clarity and humility. My prayer is that this conversation helps you grow in biblical understanding, seek truth in God’s Word, and navigate women in ministry with both conviction and grace.

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Holding Onto God When You Feel Weak - With Tara Sun

Allyson Golden — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Allyson Golden talks with Tara Sun about living with chronic illness and fibromyalgia while holding onto faith. Tara shares how her diagnosis reshaped her expectations and answers common questions about trusting God in pain, grieving lost normalcy, and finding purpose in suffering. They highlight the importance of lament, honest prayer, and intimacy with God in difficult seasons. The conversation also encourages slowing down, practicing discernment, and embracing God’s gentleness instead of striving. It’s a grounded, relatable look at faith, chronic pain, and hope when life doesn’t go as planned.

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The Fabric of Hope: How God Restores Your Story - With Kirby Kelly

Allyson Golden — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Kirby Kelly shares her journey through grief and loss, revealing how to trust God in hard seasons and find hope in suffering. If you’re searching for biblical ways to process pain, navigate disappointment, or hold onto faith in uncertainty, this conversation offers practical encouragement through lament, healing, and God’s redemption. Inspired by her book The Fabric of Hope, this episode reminds you that even in heartbreak, God is weaving your story with purpose and hope.

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Free Me From Me: Living Free From the Pressure to Perform - With Ryan Wekenman

Allyson Golden — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this powerful conversation, Pastor Ryan Wekenman unpacks how self-centeredness and comparison quietly hinder our spiritual growth and intimacy with God. Drawing from his book Free Me From Me, he reveals how the “spotlight effect” — first seen in the Garden of Eden — still shapes the way we live, strive, and compare today. Together, we explore how social media fuels comparison, why control keeps us restless, and how prayer re-centers our hearts on who God truly is. Ryan shares practical, honest steps to surrender control. He touches on how praying for others frees us from self-focused faith. If you’re longing for deeper peace and a more grounded Christian life, this episode will help you refocus and find true rest in Christ.

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Reminding Ourselves of Hope When Life Doesn’t Make Sense - With Kaylea Coates

Allyson Golden — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Kaylee Coates shares how she encountered Jesus through devastating grief, loneliness, and doubt after a miscarriage and a season abroad. Her story reveals a powerful truth: even in life’s hardest moments, Jesus remains faithful, and suffering can deepen our trust in Him. Together, we talk about holding onto hope when prayers feel unanswered, trusting God in the waiting, and finding His presence in the middle of pain. This episode is for anyone walking through loss, uncertainty, or questions about God’s goodness. If you’re in a hard season, this conversation will remind you that Jesus is near—and He is still worth following.

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How to Follow God’s Calling (Even When You Feel Like an Imposter) - with Krista Breilh

Allyson Golden — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode of the Words Are Golden Podcast, Allyson Golden talks with Krista Breilh, founder of Live Salted, about following God’s calling and stepping out in faith. Krista shares her journey of starting a women’s ministry, overcoming imposter syndrome, and learning to trust God’s plan in seasons of uncertainty. Together they discuss the importance of Christian community, obedience, and spiritual growth for women who want to live boldly in their faith. This conversation will encourage you to trust God’s voice, even when you feel unqualified, and to take faithful steps forward in every season.

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How to Love Your Morning: Rethinking Your Morning Routine - With Jennifer Dukes Lee

Allyson Golden — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode of the Words Are Golden Podcast, Allyson Golden sits down with bestselling author Jennifer Dukes Lee to talk about how our mornings can become meaningful moments with God instead of rushed routines to survive. Drawing from her new book, How to Love Your Morning, Jennifer shares what she discovered after studying the theme of “morning” throughout the Bible and why Scripture often points to the start of the day as a time of renewal, hope, and connection with God. Together they discuss how to create a morning rhythm that fits your personality and season of life, the difference between rigid routines and life-giving rituals, and how even chaotic mornings can become sacred space where we meet with God and set our hearts with faith and intention for the day ahead.

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Waiting on God in Relationships: Faith, Marriage & Identity in Christ - With Jeanine Amapola Ward

Allyson Golden — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Janine Amapola Ward shares her journey of waiting for marriage, trusting God’s timing, and building identity in Christ before marriage. We talk about Christian dating, faith-filled singleness, and practical ways to seek the Lord together in marriage. If you’re in a waiting season or preparing for a Christ-centered relationship, this conversation offers biblical encouragement and practical insight for spiritual growth.

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How Obedience Shapes Us in Seasons of Waiting - with Amie Stockstill

Allyson Golden — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode of the Words Are Golden Podcast, Amy Stockstill shares her powerful testimony of trusting God through a 15-year journey of infertility, waiting, and eventual motherhood. During her season of deep longing, God led her to start Let's Echo, a ministry that equips women to use their voices for Jesus. Amy reflects on the tension of hope and disappointment, and how obedience to God often unfolds in unexpected and costly ways. Her story reminds listeners that God is faithful in the waiting and can transform our hardest seasons into places of purpose, healing, and impact.

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Joy and Grief: How Jesus Meets You in Both - With Rachel Awtrey

Allyson Golden — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode of The Words Are Golden Podcast, Allyson Golden interviews Rachel Awtrey about trusting God through grief, loss, and life’s hardest seasons. Rachel shares her journey as a military spouse and daughter navigating the death of her father, offering powerful Christian encouragement on finding joy in grief, growing deeper in faith, and experiencing God’s presence in suffering. This episode encourages listeners to discover biblical hope, embrace vulnerability before God, and learn how following Jesus brings lasting peace, healing, and joy even in difficult circumstances.

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Following Jesus Through Suffering, Waiting, and Unanswered Prayers - With Morgan Krueger

Allyson Golden — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT

In this episode of The Words Are Golden Podcast, Allyson Golden interviews Morgan Krueger about following Jesus through suffering, waiting seasons, and unanswered prayers. Together, they talk about faith in the midst of illness, infertility, and grief, and what it looks like to wrestle with God while still choosing surrender and trust. This conversation speaks to anyone navigating doubt, pain, or long seasons of waiting and wondering if following Jesus is worth it. If you’re looking for Christian encouragement, hope in Jesus, and faith-filled truth for hard seasons, this episode will meet you right where you are.

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The Way Jesus Meets Us When We Want to Walk Away - With Whitney Lowe

Allyson Golden — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT

In this episode of the Words Are Golden podcast, Allyson Golden interviews Whitney Lowe, a Christian author and content creator. They discuss Whitney's journey of faith, including her struggles with identity, an eating disorder, and the pursuit of God's love. Whitney shares how she experienced God's kindness and provision during difficult times, emphasizing the importance of receiving God's love rather than striving for it. The conversation highlights the transformative power of faith and the significance of inviting God into every aspect of life.

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Is Following Jesus Worth It Even If Someone In the Church Has Hurt You? - With Natalie Runion

Allyson Golden — Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:00:00 GMT

In this episode, Allyson Golden and Natalie Runion talk about why Jesus is still worth following, even when we’ve been hurt by people in the church. They reflect on the heart of Jesus, the cross, and the truth that He chose us there. This conversation invites hope, healing, and a renewed belief that staying with the Church is worth it, and that reconciliation is at the heart of the gospel!

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Beholding Jesus in the Ordinary (Part 3): How do I do it?

Allyson Golden — Mon, 28 Jul 2025 07:00:00 GMT

How do we practically behold Jesus in our daily lives? In this episode, Allyson walks through everyday ways to look at Jesus—through imagination, creation, Scripture, and conversation with Him. Whether you're folding laundry or reading your Bible, beholding Jesus is about becoming aware of His presence and seeing Him for who He truly is. Using Matthew 17 as a powerful example, we’re reminded that when we see Jesus clearly, we are never the same. This episode will encourage you to encounter Him even in the most mundane moments.

Words Are Golden Podcast

How to Stop Overcomplicating Your Relationship With God - with Hosanna Wong

What Do I Do When God Feels Distant? - With Lisa Whittle

Knowing God In Our Pain - With Laney Rene Pickens

Getting Through What You’re Going Through - With Tanner Olson

How Can We Trust God When Life Falls Apart? - With Amanda Hayhurst

Can Women Preach? - An Honest Conversation on Women in Church Leadership with Dr. Preston Sprinkle

Holding Onto God When You Feel Weak - With Tara Sun

The Fabric of Hope: How God Restores Your Story - With Kirby Kelly

Free Me From Me: Living Free From the Pressure to Perform - With Ryan Wekenman

Reminding Ourselves of Hope When Life Doesn’t Make Sense - With Kaylea Coates

How to Follow God’s Calling (Even When You Feel Like an Imposter) - with Krista Breilh

How to Love Your Morning: Rethinking Your Morning Routine - With Jennifer Dukes Lee

Waiting on God in Relationships: Faith, Marriage & Identity in Christ - With Jeanine Amapola Ward

How Obedience Shapes Us in Seasons of Waiting - with Amie Stockstill

Joy and Grief: How Jesus Meets You in Both - With Rachel Awtrey

Following Jesus Through Suffering, Waiting, and Unanswered Prayers - With Morgan Krueger

The Way Jesus Meets Us When We Want to Walk Away - With Whitney Lowe

Is Following Jesus Worth It Even If Someone In the Church Has Hurt You? - With Natalie Runion

Beholding Jesus in the Ordinary (Part 3): How do I do it?

When Your Cup Feels Empty (Part 2) - What Do I Do When I Still Feel Empty After Doing the “Right” Things?

Wanting God More Than The Promise (Part 1) - When God Doesn’t Do What You Hoped

1 Peter 3 (Part 1) - Peter Honors Women (Let's Talk About Some Highly Misinterpreted Scriptures!)

Beholding Jesus in the Ordinary (Part 1): What is it?

Wanting God More Than The Promise (Part 3) - I Want to Want You More Than the Promise

Are You Sure I’m Called Here? (Part 2) - The hidden place matters

The Meaning of Advent: Waiting for Jesus Then and Now

Receiving the Life Jesus Longs to Give You

1 Peter 2 (Part 3) - How Do I Honor Those Who I Disagree With?

1 Peter 2 (Part 2) - Living Transformed By Christ

1 Peter 2 (Part 1) - Formation Into The Likeness of Christ

1 Peter 1 (Part 3) - Why Live Holy? What Does It Mean To Live A Holy Life?

The Power of Our Words (Part 2) - Speaking Life Over Ourselves

1 Peter 3 (Part 3) - How Do I Walk Through Life When Hard Things Happen?

Wanting God More Than The Promise (Part 2) - The Promise vs. the Promise-Keeper

A Life Shaped By Prayer (Part 3) - Why Should I Pray Boldly?

The Power of Our Words (Part 1) - Why Are Words so Powerful?

A Life Shaped By Prayer (Part 2) - The Power of Praying God’s Word

When Life Doesn't Go As Planned (Part 1): The Detour I Didn't Want

When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned (Part 3): Hope for the Unexpected Path

Are You Sure I’m Called Here? (Part 3) - Living for the Approval of One

When Your Cup Feels Empty (Part 3) - Let God Fill What You Can’t

When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned (Part 2): Where is God in the Middle?

Staying Faithful Where You Are Planted (Part 3) - Stewarding our relationships and calling

Are You Sure I’m Called Here? (Part 1) - Why does my flesh want to feel significant?

1 Peter 3 (Part 2) - How Do We Bless Those Who Have Wronged Us?

Being A Light In A Dark World (Part 1) - Where Is The Light When It Feels So Dark?

Staying Faithful Where You Are Planted (Part 2) - Stewarding our resources and gifts

The Hope of Immanuel: How God Is With You in Every Season

Staying Faithful Where You Are Planted (Part 1) - Stewarding our hearts

My Testimony - The Story I Didn't See Coming

My "Why" - Why A Podcast? Why Now?

1 Peter 5 - Christ Our Eternal Hope And Glory

1 Peter 4 - Being Stewards of God’s Grace in Every Season

Beholding Jesus in the Ordinary (Part 2): Why do it?

1 Peter 1 (Part 2) - What Do You Mean I Should Rejoice In Trials? Let’s Talk About It

1 Peter 1 (Part 1) - What Does It Mean That Jesus Is Our Living Hope?

The Power of Our Words (Part 3) - Speaking Life Over Others

Favored by God: Why It Doesn’t Mean What We Think

Having A Grateful Heart When It Is Hard

What It Really Means to Be Bold in Your Faith

How to Hear God’s Voice in a Noisy World

When Your Cup Feels Empty (Part 1) - Do You Feel Like You Have Nothing Left To Give?

Being A Light In A Dark World (Part 2) - How To Be A Light For Christ

Being A Light In A Dark World (Part 3) - Fan The Flame Of Jesus’ Light In Unity In The Church

A Life Shaped By Prayer (Part 1) - What Is Prayer & Why Do It?