Loving God Loving life Getting real with Kathie and Spring

Emotional Clean-Out: Letting Go and Letting God in the New Year

In this episode Kathie and Spring walk through an intentional, faith-centered process for identifying and releasing emotions that no longer serve you — resentments, shame, fear, and old identities — and replacing them with healing, scripture-based truths.
They share practical steps (notice, name, normalize, release, replace), breathing and journaling exercises, recovery insights, and biblical encouragement to help you carry less and live more anchored in Christ.

When God Shows Up: Recognizing Divine Confirmations

In this unscripted episode of Loving God, Loving Life, Getting Real, Kathie and Spring talk about recognizing when God shows up, finding confirmation in scripture and everyday moments, and embracing new, sometimes scary, opportunities. They discuss perseverance through trials, the importance of daily scripture (including the YouVersion app), dealing with negative thoughts, and supporting one another through hard conversations.
They also share personal stories about choir moments, growth in faith, and reminders to love people intentionally. Listeners are encouraged to be present, journal about difficult conversations, and stay anchored in Christ.

Conversations That Change Your Year: From Tough Talks to True Freedom

In this episode Kathie and Spring explore the essential conversations that can reshape your year—appreciation, boundaries, repair, truth-telling, vision, release, and asking for help. They weave Scripture, personal stories, and practical tips to help listeners move from avoidance to courageous, Christ-centered communication.
Listeners will hear guidance on letting the Holy Spirit lead difficult talks, simple conversation frameworks, and a weekly homework: identify the conversation you need, journal your thoughts, and take the first step. The episode also highlights related worship songs and encourages seeking support when needed.

Wisdom Has a Name: Finding Jesus in Every Season

In this episode Kathie and Spring explore how true wisdom begins with God and is revealed through reflection, trials, community, and obedience. They unpack Scripture, share personal stories of loss and restoration, and remind listeners that Jesus is the source of wisdom.
Practical guidance includes learning to love God and neighbor, listening before speaking, seeking God’s direction in prayer and Scripture, and allowing God to shape our responses. The hosts also recommend worship songs and journaling prompts to help listeners apply these truths.

What Are You Waiting For? Breaking the Cycle of Procrastination

In this episode Kathie and Spring explore the spiritual and practical roots of procrastination—fear, perfectionism, overwhelm, and delayed obedience—through Scripture (Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, James, Ephesians) and personal stories.
They offer simple, faith-based steps to start moving: pray, take one small step, set a short timer, remove distractions, create accountability, and speak Scripture over your work. The episode challenges listeners to steward their time, obey God’s prompting, and trust Him one step at a time.

Start the Year in Joy: Anchored in Christ, Not Circumstance

Hosts Kathie and Spring explore what biblical joy really is — a gift rooted in God’s presence, hope, and the Holy Spirit. They name key scriptures (Psalm 16:11, Nehemiah 8:10, John 15:11, Romans 15:13, James 1:2–3, Galatians 5:22–23) and connect them to songs that reinforce joy in both calm and chaos.
The episode offers simple, practical steps to start the year with joy: slow down, declare scripture each morning, invite Jesus’ joy, anchor in hope, create daily joy rhythms (gratitude, journaling, memorizing verses), and intentionally remove what’s covering your joy.

Leaving Fear Behind: Seeking God First in 2026

Join Kathe and Spring outdoors as they reflect on the end of the year, share what they want to leave behind, and discuss priorities for the new year. They talk about relying on God, keeping commitments, recovery growth, and songs that inspire faith and gratitude.
Through prayer, personal stories, and practical questions for journaling, this episode encourages listeners to seek God first, leave fear and approval-seeking behind, and carry Jesus and praise into 2026.

Trade Anxiety for Prayer: Philippians 4:6 to Start the Year

Kathie and Spring reflect on their go-to scriptures as the new year begins, focusing on Philippians 4:6, Psalm 46:10, and Psalm 34:4. They share personal stories about anxiety and fear, recommend worship songs, and offer simple daily practices—gratitude prayer, journaling, and prayer with friends—to help turn worry into peace.
The episode encourages listeners to choose a verse to hold onto, release burdens to God in prayer, and build small rhythms that keep them anchored in Christ throughout the year.

Unwrap Your God-Given Gifts: Step Out and Shine

Kathie and Spring explore the truth that our gifts are given by God for a purpose: to be shared, stewarded, and used to bless others. They ground the conversation in scripture and personal stories to show how gifts can come early in life or grow out of pain.
The episode offers practical steps—start small, practice, join community, and overcome fear and comparison—and issues a simple challenge to take one doable action this week to honor your gift.
Listeners are encouraged to share their gifts both spiritually and materially, to trust God to multiply their obedience, and to connect with the hosts for support and resources.

Forgiveness: Unlocking Freedom, Healing, and Hope

Hosts Kathie and Spring discuss forgiveness—what it is and isn’t—and how choosing to forgive frees us emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
They cover scriptural truths, the three kinds of forgiveness (God’s forgiveness, forgiving others, and forgiving yourself), common obstacles, practical steps to let go, and encouraging songs and scriptures to support the journey.
Listeners are invited to reflect, accept God’s unconditional love, seek help if needed, and choose freedom from resentment so they can live closer to Christ.