Loving God Loving life Getting real with Kathie and Spring

Grief with a Gospel: Finding Hope in Loss

In this tender episode Kathy and Spring walk through grief in all its forms — not just death but quiet losses, shifting identities, and dreams deferred. They share raw personal stories (loss of a mother, husband, and son), reflect on Scripture, and remind listeners that God is close to the brokenhearted.The episode offers practical, faith-rooted guidance: acknowledge your feelings, expect "grief grenades," lean on community, and seek help when needed. Music and hope in Christ are woven throughout as reminders that grief can coexist with joy and that healing is promised.

When Recordings Fail: Our Grief Episode Journey

We had a difficult night recording our episode on grief — the file disappeared multiple times and we had to re-record it. We're unsure whether it's technical issues or something deeper, but we're trusting the process and will share the episode when it's ready.Please give us grace as we finish this honest conversation. Thank you for listening and sticking with us — from our hearts to yours, stay real and stay anchored in Christ.

Suit Up: Practical Armor of God for Everyday Battles

Hosts Kathy and Spring explore spiritual warfare—what it looks like, biblical truths (Ephesians 6, James, 1 Corinthians), and practical tools: prayer, worship, Scripture, and the Armor of God. Special guest Eli, age nine, shares how he prays and uses faith and songs to stand strong.Listeners are encouraged to put on truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and the Word, speak scripture aloud, worship to shift the atmosphere, and support one another as they claim victory in Christ.

Sacred Friendships: God, Song, and Soulful Bonds

Hosts Kathy and Spring explore the meaning of sacred friendships through Scripture, personal stories, and prayer. They discuss how spiritual alignment, mutual growth, and faithful presence shape deep, lasting relationships and share song recommendations that reflect those themes.The episode includes reflective questions for listeners, encouragement to join community groups, a prayer for those seeking meaningful connections, and information about the hosts' Spotify playlist and coaching services.

Trust the Lead: Two-Step Lessons in Letting Go

Hosts Kathy and Spring open with prayer and share an unscripted, heartfelt conversation about control, obedience, and trusting God. They use a two-step line-dancing experience as a vivid analogy for learning to follow God’s lead and letting go of fear.The episode explores the rearview mirror metaphor, doing your small part while God does the rest, and recognizing moments when God uses everyday situations and people to speak into our lives.

I'm Still Becoming: Embracing the Joy in the Journey

Hosts Kathy and Spring explore the sacred beauty of becoming—finding joy in the journey rather than only in arrival. Through biblical stories like Ruth and Moses, personal testimonies, and practical encouragement, they remind listeners that progress, vulnerability, and faithfulness are part of God’s design.Learn to celebrate small wins, model healthy habits for the next generation, and embrace the slow, messy, and holy work of transformation.

When ‘I’m Fine’ Isn’t: Breaking Free from People‑Pleasing

In this episode Kathy and Spring explore people‑pleasing—how it shows up as avoidance, dishonesty, and self‑abandonment—and how faith and courage help us choose truth over approval.They share personal stories, Scripture, practical steps for healthy boundaries, and songs that encourage standing out for Christ while modeling worth and honesty for the next generation.

Let Go, Let God: Finding Freedom from Control

Hosts Kathy and Spring discuss the struggle for control—how it shows up in relationships, fear, and codependency—and share personal stories (an RV ride, carrying too much at once, a Disneyland trip) that reveal the cost of holding on and the freedom of surrender.They bring Scripture, practical steps for taking thoughts captive, and Christian songs that reinforce trusting God’s plan. Listeners are encouraged to let go, let God, and take small steps toward healthier trust and vulnerability.

When the Mirror Lies: Seeing Yourself Through God's Eyes

In this encouraging episode, Kathy and Spring explore the negative self-talk the mirror often reflects and how to replace those lies with the truth of Scripture. They share practical, faith-based affirmations, favorite worship songs that reinforce identity in Christ, and gentle steps to retrain your thoughts.Listeners are invited to speak Scripture over themselves, sing uplifting songs aloud, and begin each day choosing thoughts that align with God’s view of them as cherished, competent, and beautifully made.

What If? Turning Doubts into Divine Invitations

Hosts Kathie and Spring explore the powerful question "What if?"—from fears that keep us stuck to possibilities that invite God's presence. Through scripture, personal stories, and practical prompts, they encourage listeners to reframe worry into faith, journal their what-ifs, and focus on the truths of who God is.