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Companions in the Darkness: with Diana Gruver
Did you know that some of the great heroes of the faith struggled with depression? If you've ever had bouts of depression, you can know that you're in good company with such people as Mother Teresa, Martin Luther, and Charles Spurgeon. Today's podcast guest, Diana...
Fun, Praise, and Christmas: with Cynthia Simpson
We can all use some good news these days, so I was pleased and grateful to have one of my favorite people on the podcast, Cynthia Simpson, who, as an Enneagram 7, is chock full of fun and joy. Cynthia was my first guest ever on the podcast, and I invited her back to...
The Sowing Season: with Katie Powner
Do you love a good story? I know I do. Give me a good novel, and I can be lost for hours at a time. Today's podcast guest, author Katie Powner, is a gifted storyteller, and it was an absolute joy to talk with her about her debut novel, The Sowing Season. During our...
Moms and Daughters: with Sandy Hoffman, Julie Underhill, and Kaley Brown
This is the 50th episode of the Pause, Renew, Next Podcast, and what better way to celebrate than with a listener request episode! Over a year ago, I received a comment from a listener who noticed that many of the people interviewed on the podcast listed their mothers...
The Aroma of Obedience: An Interview with Kelly Hostetter
You know the kind of friend, who, when you spend time with them, leaves you feeling closer to Jesus? Well, today's guest, Kelly Hostetter, is definitely that kind of friend. After listening to today's podcast episode, I'm sure you'll agree. In this conversation, she...
Bold Faith: A Biography of Katharina Luther
I can’t wait to introduce you to today's podcast biography subject: Katharina Luther. Her husband, Martin Luther, is one of the most famous men of church history. There are books and books written about his life, but his wife is written about much less often. However,...
Technology and Soul-Care: A Conversation with Derek Detweiler
I am always happy to have my favorite person on the podcast: my husband, Derek. He and I watched The Social Dilemma recently, and on this podcast episode we talk through some of the thoughts and concerns presented in the movie regarding gaming and social media. As a...
Let’s Talk Enneagram: Part 2 with Melissa Corkum
Any long-time PRN listeners know that I love the Enneagram, so I was thrilled to chat with guest and Enneagram Coach Melissa Corkum about it on today's podcast episode. This is the second part of my interview with Melissa. In the first part of our conversation we...
Connected Parenting: An Interview with Melissa Corkum
It was a delight to talk to Melissa Corkum on today's podcast episode. Melissa wears a lot of hats, including Empowered to Connect parent trainer, Enneagram Coach, and Essential Oil Specialist. Melissa is a mother both through birth and adoption and shares in this...
In The Waiting: An Interview with Jennifer Alvarado
Anyone who has walked with the Lord long enough knows what it's like to experience a season of waiting on Him. Today's guest, Jennifer Alvarado, talks about what the Lord has been doing in her over the past year during a time of waiting. Jennifer started a blog called...
Kill the Busy, Save the Bee: an Interview with Yvonne Marie
After taking a summer break, the podcast is back for Season 3, and I am privileged to start the season out with a fabulous guest, Yvonne Marie, M.Ed. Yvonne is an author, artist, poet, and teacher, and she recently wrote her first book, Kill the Busy, Save the Bee. If...
Faith, Music, and Fashion: An Interview with Amy Goloby
Have you ever wondered how singers break into the music industry or how they write their songs? I was able to ask these questions of today's podcast guest, Amy Goloby. Amy is a singer, songwriter, and folk musician, and she lives with her husband in Texas. During our...