<![CDATA[The Love Narrative with Lisa Catalano]]>Welcome to The Love Narrative with Lisa Catalano, a space for honest conversations about God, Scripture, and the hard questions we don't always know how to handle. 

Are you tired of performance-based, surface-level faith? Do you intellectually know that God loves you, but find yourself struggling to actually feel or experience His presence in your daily life? Do you wonder what He thinks about you when you mess up, or why He sometimes seems so quiet? 

You are not alone, and you are right where you need to be. 

The Love Narrative is a weekly Christian podcast designed to help you move past performance and step into a deeply personal, felt experience of God's unconditional love. Hosted by author, speaker, mentor, and worship leader Lisa Catalano, this show tackles the raw, vulnerable questions of faith, healing, identity, and trusting God through quiet or unexpected life transitions. 

I've spent more than three decades studying and teaching Scripture, and I'm still fascinated by the things hiding in plain sight: the context we miss, the connections we read right past, and the questions that make us stop and say, “Wait... I've never thought about it that way.” 

That's what we do here. No pretending we have it all figured out. Just real, unfiltered conversations about learning to live loved and love well.

 

📺 NEW EPISODES DROPPING WEEKLY. Subscribe to join our community. 

✉️ For partnerships, media, worship, or speaking inquiries, contact: Lisa@LisaCatalano.org

📗 GRAB MY LATEST BOOK!

Get your copy of "Right Where You Are: Trusting God When the Road Looks Nothing Like You Planned" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Right-Where-You-Are-Trusting/dp/B0FN78C12M 

HELPFUL LINKS:

A FEW THINGS WE TALK ABOUT ON THE SHOW:

• Discovering your authentic identity in Christ

• Overcoming spiritual disconnection, shame, and doubt

• Trusting God when your life plans completely change

• Deep-dive Scripture context and biblical encouragement

• Healthy boundaries, forgiveness, and healing from church hurt 


#TheLoveNarrative #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney #LisaCatalano #LivingLoved #TrustingGod #RightWhereYouAre #LisasHouseMinistries


]]>LisaCatalano.orgRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:25:10 GMTWed, 19 Aug 2026 17:32:25 GMT60Lisa Catalano<p>Welcome to <b>The Love Narrative with Lisa Catalano</b>, a space for honest conversations about God, Scripture, and the hard questions we don't always know how to handle. </p><p></p><p>Are you tired of performance-based, surface-level faith? Do you intellectually know that God loves you, but find yourself struggling to actually feel or experience His presence in your daily life? Do you wonder what He thinks about you when you mess up, or why He sometimes seems so quiet? <br /></p><p><b>You are not alone, and you are right where you need to be. </b><br /></p><p>The Love Narrative is a weekly Christian podcast designed to help you move past performance and step into a deeply personal, felt experience of God's unconditional love. Hosted by author, speaker, mentor, and worship leader Lisa Catalano, this show tackles the raw, vulnerable questions of faith, healing, identity, and trusting God through quiet or unexpected life transitions. <br /></p><p>I've spent more than three decades studying and teaching Scripture, and I'm still fascinated by the things hiding in plain sight: the context we miss, the connections we read right past, and the questions that make us stop and say,<i> “Wait... I've never thought about it that way.” </i></p><p>That's what we do here. No pretending we have it all figured out. Just real, unfiltered conversations about learning to live loved and love well.</p><p> </p><p>📺 NEW EPISODES DROPPING WEEKLY. Subscribe to join our community. </p><p></p><p><b>✉️ For partnerships, media, worship, or speaking inquiries, contact: </b><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:Lisa@LisaCatalano.org" target="_blank"><b>Lisa@LisaCatalano.org</b></a></p><p></p><p>📗 GRAB MY LATEST BOOK!</p><p>Get your copy of "Right Where You Are: Trusting God When the Road Looks Nothing Like You Planned" on Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Right-Where-You-Are-Trusting/dp/B0FN78C12M" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Right-Where-You-Are-Trusting/dp/B0FN78C12M</a> <br /></p><p><b>HELPFUL LINKS:</b></p><ul><li>Official Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lisacatalano.org" target="_blank">https://lisacatalano.org</a></li><li>Personal Mentoring &amp; Coaching: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lisacatalano.org/mentoring" target="_blank">https://lisacatalano.org/mentoring</a></li><li>Speaking &amp; Worship Booking Inquiries: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.lisacatalano.org/invite-lisa" target="_blank">https://www.lisacatalano.org/invite-lisa</a></li><li>Support Lisa's House Ministries:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.lisacatalano.org/lisas-house" target="_blank"> https://www.lisacatalano.org/lisas-house</a> <br /><p></p></li></ul><p><b>A FEW THINGS WE TALK ABOUT ON THE SHOW:</b></p><p>• Discovering your authentic identity in Christ</p><p>• Overcoming spiritual disconnection, shame, and doubt</p><p>• Trusting God when your life plans completely change</p><p>• Deep-dive Scripture context and biblical encouragement</p><p>• Healthy boundaries, forgiveness, and healing from church hurt </p><p><br />#TheLoveNarrative #ChristianPodcast #FaithJourney #LisaCatalano #LivingLoved #TrustingGod #RightWhereYouAre #LisasHouseMinistries</p><p><br /></p>episodicLisa Catalanolisa@lisacatalano.orgno<![CDATA[Hidden Doesn't Mean Forgotten: God Sees You in the Wilderness]]>Feeling forgotten by God? You’re not alone.

In this powerful episode, Lisa Catalano dives deep into the heart-wrenching story of Hagar from Genesis, exploring the profound emotions of invisibility and abandonment that many of us face in our spiritual journeys.

Lisa shares her personal experiences of feeling lost and unseen, connecting them to Hagar’s plight as a servant who was thrust into a life-changing situation against her will. You'll discover how God’s promises can feel distant, especially during our wilderness seasons, where hope seems like a mirage on the horizon.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- How to navigate the feelings of being forgotten by both people and God.

- The significance of Hagar's story and what it teaches us about divine care and intervention.

- Why honesty in our struggles can lead to profound encounters with God.

- The difference between knowing God sees us and understanding that He sees me, personally and intimately.

Lisa emphasizes that God does not lose sight of His children, even when we feel abandoned. This episode is a reminder that even in our darkest times, there is hope, healing, and a promise waiting just beyond the wilderness.

Perfect for anyone feeling alone in their faith journey, this episode is essential listening for those seeking reassurance that they are truly seen and valued by God. Tune in and discover the transformative power of being noticed by the Creator.

Connect with Lisa @ LisaCatalano.org

CHAPTERS

00:00 Feeling Forgotten by God and Others

02:53 The Story of Hagar: A Journey of Isolation

12:07 God Sees You: The Encounter in the Wilderness

20:10 Personal Testimonies: Finding God in Pain

28:12 Hidden Seasons: Growth in Isolation

30:46 Encountering God in Wilderness Seasons

]]>af0461c2-0664-42e6-8e85-55f7a9d1f1e5Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:03:30 GMT<p>Feeling forgotten by God? You’re not alone. </p><p></p><p>In this powerful episode, Lisa Catalano dives deep into the heart-wrenching story of Hagar from Genesis, exploring the profound emotions of invisibility and abandonment that many of us face in our spiritual journeys. </p><p></p><p>Lisa shares her personal experiences of feeling lost and unseen, connecting them to Hagar’s plight as a servant who was thrust into a life-changing situation against her will. You'll discover how God’s promises can feel distant, especially during our wilderness seasons, where hope seems like a mirage on the horizon. </p><p></p><p>In this episode, you’ll learn: </p><p>- How to navigate the feelings of being forgotten by both people and God. </p><p>- The significance of Hagar's story and what it teaches us about divine care and intervention. </p><p>- Why honesty in our struggles can lead to profound encounters with God. </p><p>- The difference between knowing God sees us and understanding that He sees <i>me</i>, personally and intimately. </p><p></p><p>Lisa emphasizes that God does not lose sight of His children, even when we feel abandoned. This episode is a reminder that even in our darkest times, there is hope, healing, and a promise waiting just beyond the wilderness. </p><p></p><p>Perfect for anyone feeling alone in their faith journey, this episode is essential listening for those seeking reassurance that they are truly seen and valued by God. Tune in and discover the transformative power of being noticed by the Creator.</p><p></p><p>Connect with Lisa @ <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.lisacatalano.org" target="_blank">LisaCatalano.org</a></p><p></p><p><b>CHAPTERS</b></p><p>00:00 Feeling Forgotten by God and Others</p><p>02:53 The Story of Hagar: A Journey of Isolation</p><p>12:07 God Sees You: The Encounter in the Wilderness</p><p>20:10 Personal Testimonies: Finding God in Pain</p><p>28:12 Hidden Seasons: Growth in Isolation</p><p>30:46 Encountering God in Wilderness Seasons</p><p></p>no00:29:5212Hidden Doesn't Mean Forgotten: God Sees You in the Wildernessfull<![CDATA[Struggling to Feel God's Love? The Truth You Need To Hear]]>Welcome to the very first episode of The Love Narrative Podcast. In this episode, we tackle one of the most fundamental yet deeply challenged questions of faith: "Does God love me?" 

If you have ever felt disconnected, wrestled with doubt, or struggled to feel the reality of God's love in your daily life, this conversation is for you. We are moving beyond surface-level answers to help you truly experience His presence. 

📖 SCRIPTURE FOCUS:
• 1 John 4:16
• 1 Corinthians 13:4–7

• 1 Corinthians 13:13
*All Scripture references quoted in this episode are from the English Standard Version (ESV) translation.

📝 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: What is one area where you struggle to believe God's love for you? Let me know in the comments below. I read and reply to every single one! 

✨ SUBSCRIBE for weekly conversations about God’s love, real life, and what it looks like to live loved and love well. 

📚 GRAB MY LATEST BOOK: Get your copy of "Right Where You Are" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Right-Where-You-Are-Trusting/dp/B0FN78C12M 

🔗 RESOURCES:

#TheLoveNarrative #FaithJourney #ChristianPodcast #DoesGodLoveMe #LisaCatalano 

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]]>a060746f-ffc2-40c2-b13f-382f5ae223a6Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:49:46 GMT<p><b>Welcome to the very first episode of The Love Narrative Podcast. </b>In this episode, we tackle one of the most fundamental yet deeply challenged questions of faith: "Does God love me?" </p><p></p><p>If you have ever felt disconnected, wrestled with doubt, or struggled to feel the reality of God's love in your daily life, this conversation is for you. We are moving beyond surface-level answers to help you truly experience His presence. </p><p></p><p>📖 SCRIPTURE FOCUS:<br />• <b>1 John 4:16</b><br />• <b>1 Corinthians 13:4–7</b></p><p>• <b>1 Corinthians 13:13</b><br /><i>*All Scripture references quoted in this episode are from the English Standard Version (ESV) translation.</i></p><p></p><p>📝 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: What is one area where you struggle to believe God's love for you? Let me know in the comments below. I read and reply to every single one! </p><p></p><p>✨ SUBSCRIBE for weekly conversations about God’s love, real life, and what it looks like to live loved and love well. </p><p></p><p>📚 GRAB MY LATEST BOOK: Get your copy of "Right Where You Are" on Amazon: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Right-Where-You-Are-Trusting/dp/B0FN78C12M" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Right-Where-You-Are-Trusting/dp/B0FN78C12M</a> </p><p></p><p>🔗 RESOURCES:</p><ul><li>Website:<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lisacatalano.org" target="_blank"> https://lisacatalano.org</a></li><li>Personal Mentoring: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://lisacatalano.org/mentoring" target="_blank">https://lisacatalano.org/mentoring</a></li><li>Speaking &amp; Worship Inquiries: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.lisacatalano.org/invite-lisa" target="_blank">https://www.lisacatalano.org/invite-lisa</a></li><li>Lisa’s House Ministries: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.lisacatalano.org/lisas-house" target="_blank">https://www.lisacatalano.org/lisas-house </a></li></ul><p></p><p>#TheLoveNarrative #FaithJourney #ChristianPodcast #DoesGodLoveMe #LisaCatalano </p><p></p><p>Music licensed through Soundstripe.</p><p>Code: FLDQ6X42UCDNYQIV, 2M6U31EIHLQP9QAO</p><p><br /></p>no00:21:4611Struggling to Feel God's Love? The Truth You Need To Hearfull