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Christy Nockels

Do you ever get swept up in the hustle and grind of life? Does your soul ever get tired and weary? The new Graceologie episode is with singer-songwriter Christy Nockels! (Remember the group Watermark? Yep! Her!) We talk about living from a heart of rest. So good!

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Kristy Cambron

Would you like to understand the Bible verses you read better and hear more clearly from the Holy Spirit? Author Kristy Cambron joins me to talk about how Bible verse mapping can help you grow closer to the Lord and understand His Word deeper.

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Sharon Jaynes

Author Sharon Jaynes joins me to talk about the secret to living a better story: understanding that the worst parts of our past are the very things God uses most.

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Hannah Brencher

My guest is Hannah Brencher. Hannah’s a writer, a TED talk speaker, and online educator with a heart for building leaders. She has a brand new book called FIGHTING FORWARD that just released & she and I have a great conversation about her story and the message of FIGHTING FORWARD in this episode.

At the darkest point of a severe season of depression, Hannah took a silver marker and labeled a composition book “Fight Song.” She filled that little notebook up with hope-filled truths and affirmations, knowing that one day, she–and you–would need a reminder to stay in the fight. Now, she’s on a mission, and partnering with God daily, to be a light in the growing conversation about mental illness, and to remind people all across the world to show up, claim hope, and take back your life one small win at a time.

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Keewani Cook

Born into abject poverty in the Philippines, Keewani Cook’s childhood was difficult and heartbreaking. Her family moved frequently due to their inability to pay rent, and there was rarely enough food to go around. They lost family members to treatable medical conditions, all because they could not afford healthcare when it was needed. Life was hard, and she couldn’t imagine a way out of the hopelessness.

When she was 7 years old, Keewani was invited to participate in Compassion’s child development program at a local church. Through the love, support, encouragement and care she received from her sponsors and program staff, her life began to change drastically. Hope grew in her heart as she experienced God’s great love and learned that He had a plan for her life and future. Listen in as she shares her inspirational and challenging story.

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Anne Graham Lotz on the Graceologie with Gwen Smith Podcast

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Anne Graham Lotz

Why is it that as soon as we bow our heads to pray, we start thinking of other things we need to do? How do we make time to pray in the middle of our busy lives? And how do we know what to say and how to say it? Anne Graham Lotz and I discuss these things and more on this episode, so if you ever struggle in prayer, this episode will really help.

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JD Greear on the Graceologie with Gwen Smith podcast

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J.D. Greear

Pastor and author J.D. Greear joins me with a powerful message about Jesus’ radical call to give your life away to the greatest cause of all. To view your life from the perspective of eternity.

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Episode #122 – Chrystal Evans Hurst

So many of us long for a consistent prayer life yet we struggle with distractions, doubts, or even knowing where to start. Chrystal Evans Hurst joins me with practical help so you can experience the power of a personal practice of prayer.

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Episode 117 – Melissa Spoelstra

It can be hard to make sense of God with the injustice and suffering in the world. Sometimes He seems elusive, and His instructions in Scripture are often confusing. With so many questions about God, how can we REALLY know him better? One way is by learning more about His names! Meiissa Spoelstra joins Gwen to talk about why knowing the names of God can make a big difference when it comes to things of faith.

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