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What if one of the greatest challenges facing the modern Church isn't opposition from the world—but silence from believers?

In this powerful conversation, Regina sits down with pastor, author, and disciple-maker Sara Dangerfield to discuss her book, Leading Spiritual Hoarders: Creating a Culture of Disciples Who Make Disciples. Together they unpack why so many Christians have unintentionally become "spiritual hoarders," holding tightly to the greatest news ever told instead of sharing it with others.

Sara shares her remarkable faith journey of growing up with a Christian mother and Muslim father, having to choose her faith at a young age, and how that decision eventually led her into more than two decades of ministry. From children's ministry to serving as a lead pastor, she offers practical, biblical wisdom for every believer who longs to become more confident in sharing Jesus with others.

This conversation is filled with encouragement, practical ideas, and reminders that discipleship isn't reserved for pastors—it's the calling of every follower of Christ.

In This Episode

• Sara's unique faith story and early decision to follow Christ
• The meaning behind the phrase "Spiritual Hoarder"
• Why discipleship has weakened in many churches
• The role of the Holy Spirit in sharing our faith
• Overcoming the fear of not knowing enough
• Why obedience matters more than outcomes
• Practical ways to begin discipling others today
• Building authentic relationships in an increasingly distracted world
• Why women are uniquely positioned to influence the Kingdom of God
• How every believer can become a disciple who makes disciples

Memorable Quotes

"You only need to be one step ahead of someone else to begin discipling them."

"Our responsibility is obedience. The outcome belongs to Jesus."

"The Gospel is too good to keep to ourselves."

"The Church doesn't just need information—it needs multiplication."

Scripture Mentioned

• Matthew 28:19-20 – The Great Commission
• Matthew 5:14-16 – Let your light shine
• Acts 1:8 – Empowered by the Holy Spirit
• Romans 10:14-15 – How will they hear?
• John 13:35 – Love one another
• Matthew 5–7 – The Sermon on the Mount

Challenge of the Week

Take inventory of your everyday relationships.

Sara encourages listeners to make a list of the people they regularly encounter outside of church—the cashier, neighbor, coworker, barista, walking partner, or gym friend. Begin praying intentionally for them and ask the Holy Spirit to open opportunities for genuine conversations about Jesus. Small moments of obedience can have eternal impact.

Connect with Sara Dangerfield

• Website: https://www.saradangerfield.com
• Book: Leading Spiritual Hoarders: Creating a Culture of Disciples Who Make Disciples

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Remember: The Gospel was never intended to be stored—it was meant to be shared. Your story may be the very thing God uses to change someone else's eternity.

What do you do when the phone call you never expected changes your family forever?

In this deeply honest and hope-filled episode, Regina sits down with Debra McNinch, founder of Battle Cry Moms, to discuss the heartbreak of loving a prodigal child, the power of persistent prayer, and how God can transform unimaginable pain into a ministry that encourages thousands of parents. Debra shares her family's journey after learning her oldest child identified as transgender, the loneliness she experienced in the church, and how God called her to build a community where parents can pray, support one another, and stand firmly on God's promises.

Rather than offering quick fixes, Debra reminds us that our role is to love faithfully while trusting God to do the saving. Through scripture, prayer, worship, and community, she encourages parents to never stop believing that God is still writing their family's story.

Whether you're praying for a prodigal child, walking through family conflict, or carrying a burden that feels impossible, this conversation will remind you that hope is never lost when Christ is at the center.

In This Episode You'll Hear

• Debra's personal story and how God birthed the Battle Cry Moms movement.
• Navigating the tension between biblical truth and unconditional love.
• Why shame keeps so many parents silent—and how to break free.
• The five-step Battle Plan for praying over prodigal children.
• How churches can better support struggling families.
• Finding joy in the middle of unanswered prayers.
• Practical ways to begin praying intentionally for your children today.
• Why we should "wait with anticipation" for God's miracles.

Key Takeaways

✨ Your job is to love your child; God's job is to save them.

✨ Prayer is never passive—it is spiritual warfare.

✨ Shame isolates, but community strengthens.

✨ God's promises are stronger than our circumstances.

✨ Joy is rooted in Christ, not in our current situation.

Debra's Five-Step Battle Plan

1. Worship God in every season.
2. Pray God's Word over your child daily.
3. Pray intentional, specific prayers.
4. Declare God's promises aloud.
5. Find faithful friends who will carry the burden with you.

Favorite Quotes

"It is my job to love my child. It is God's job to save him."

"You can't burn the bridge, because they need a bridge to come home."

"Believe in the miracle before it arrives."

"Joy comes from the Lord. Happiness comes and goes."

Scriptures Mentioned

• Jeremiah 31
• Acts 16:31
• Ephesians 6:10–18
• Jeremiah 29:11
• Luke 15 (The Prodigal Son)
• Romans 2:4
• Isaiah 55:11

Connect with Debra McNinch

🌐 Website: https://debramcninch.com

🙏 Battle Cry Moms: https://battlecrymoms.com

📖 Book: Battle Cry: Love Goes to War (Amazon)

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Remember: No prayer is ever wasted, no prodigal is beyond God's reach, and no story is finished while God is still writing it.

When life falls apart, God often begins His greatest work.

In this encouraging episode of Well & Grace, Regina sits down with Gail Showalter—author, speaker, educator, and founder of Single Moms Empowered. Gail shares her deeply personal journey through divorce, raising three young children as a single mother, and discovering God's faithfulness in seasons she never would have chosen.

What began as heartbreak became a lifelong calling. Today, Gail helps single mothers pursue education, build stable futures, and discover their God-given worth through practical support and biblical encouragement.

Whether you're a single parent, know someone who is, or simply need hope that God is still writing your story, this conversation reminds us that no season is wasted in God's hands.

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In This Episode

• Gail's unexpected journey into single motherhood
• Finding hope after divorce
• Why education became central to her ministry
• The birth of Single Moms Empowered
• The power of intentional prayer
• Raising children in today's social media culture
• Why churches need to better support single parents
• Healthy boundaries after trauma
• Learning to listen instead of trying to fix people
• Rest, solitude, and hearing God's voice
• Encouragement for women who feel broken beyond repair

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Key Takeaways

✨ God often builds our greatest ministry from our deepest wounds.

✨ Prayer isn't meant to be our emergency response—it's our daily lifeline.

✨ Sometimes the greatest ministry isn't solving someone's problems—it's listening.

✨ Healthy boundaries are biblical.

✨ Children learn more from watching us than listening to us.

✨ God cares deeply about women who feel overlooked or forgotten.

✨ No difficult season lasts forever.

✨ God can redeem every chapter of your story.

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Memorable Quotes

"Trust your heart and trust the Lord. He will make a life for you that you can't even imagine."

"This is a season. It will not be forever."

"God speaks in the silence."

"Prayer changes things within you, around you, and through you."

"Listen before you try to fix."

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Scripture Mentioned

Philippians 4:8

"Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure... think about such things."

A beautiful reminder from Gail that our thoughts shape our hearts and ultimately our lives.

Other biblical themes discussed include:

• The women at the empty tomb
• Jesus withdrawing to lonely places to pray
• The importance of guarding your heart
• The value and dignity God gives every woman

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About Gail Showalter

Gail Showalter is an author, speaker, educator, and founder of Single Moms Empowered, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping single mothers achieve financial stability through education, childcare assistance, mentoring, and encouragement.

Having walked the difficult road of single motherhood herself, Gail now devotes her life to helping women discover hope, purpose, and God's faithfulness during life's hardest seasons.

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Resources

Website
https://gailshowalter.com

Organization
Single Moms Empowered

Book
Living, Learning, Loving: Insights and Encouragement on the Path of Motherhood

Available through Barnes & Noble and Amazon.

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Favorite Moment

Gail's reminder that she prayed every night beside her bed asking God to simply "get me through today" until He unexpectedly opened the door to a career teaching visually impaired students. It's a beautiful testimony that God often answers prayers in ways we never anticipated.

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Reflection

Maybe today you're in a season you never planned.

Divorce.
Single parenting.
Financial stress.
Loneliness.
Exhaustion.

Gail's story reminds us that our current chapter isn't the conclusion. God is still writing.

Sometimes His greatest miracles begin after the life we planned falls apart.

Keep praying.
Keep trusting.
Keep taking the next faithful step.

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Connect with Gail

🌐 Website:
https://gailshowalter.com

What happens when the very things that tried to break you become part of the testimony God uses to help others?

In this episode of Well and Grace, Regina Bartlett sits down with Jill White, a faith-based transformational coach, speaker, and author who is passionate about helping women step into their God-given purpose.

Drawing from her own journey of overcoming adversity through her relationship with Jesus Christ, Jill shares how God can meet us in our hardest seasons, break down the spiritual and emotional barriers that keep us stuck, and lead us into a life of greater freedom, faith, and purpose.

Regina and Jill talk about the importance of knowing who we are in Christ, learning to recognize the things that may be holding us back, and finding the courage to move forward—even when we don't have every detail figured out. Jill also shares biblical wisdom and practical encouragement for women who sense that God is calling them to something more but may be struggling with fear, uncertainty, or feelings of inadequacy.

To learn more about Jill White and Overflow Coaching, connect on LinkedIn

This season, we’re going deeper into the stories of women who have walked through hard places, encountered God’s grace, and discovered that their stories are far from over.

Through honest conversations, powerful testimonies, faith-filled encouragement, and real stories of transformation, Well & Grace is a place where we come together to remember that no matter where we’ve been or what we’ve faced, Jesus still meets us at the well.

Come thirsty. Come weary. Come hopeful. Come exactly as you are.

There is grace here.
There is hope here.
And there is Living Water for every part of your story.

Welcome to Season 2 of the Well & Grace Podcast.

Hosted by Regina Bartlett

New conversations. Real stories. Unchanging grace.

Subscribe and follow so you don’t miss a single episode of Season 2.

Scripture

“But whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst.”
— John 4:14

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In this episode of Well & Grace, Regina Bartlett (host) sits down with Heather Day to explore a rich, faith‑deep conversation about how our finances are intimately tied to our spiritual lives.
Heather shares her personal journey of discovering that “money is spiritual” and how she and her husband experienced the tension of debt, worry, and misalignment—and how surrendering their finances to God became pivotal.

Together we unpack how the fruits of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self‑control) inform our financial decisions. Heather helps us see how financial stewardship is less about tactics and more about heart transformation.
We discuss practical steps for women in faith to begin aligning their treasures with their trust in God, and how to invite the Holy Spirit’s leadership into budgeting, giving, debt‑management, and legacy.
Whether you’re navigating money after surgery, starting fresh after loss, or simply want your financial choices to reflect your faith more fully—this episode offers insight, encouragement and hope.

 

Key Takeaways

• Your money is not just numbers—it’s a reflection of your heart and relationship with God.
• Financial struggles often point to deeper spiritual symptoms, not just financial problems.
• When we surrender our finances to the Holy Spirit, the “why” behind our money choices becomes clearer than the “how”.
• The fruits of the Spirit offer a framework for financial decisions: e.g., doing God’s work (goodness), trusting God’s timing (patience), giving generously (kindness), managing well (self‑control).
• It’s okay if you’re still working things out—community, authenticity and confession are part of the journey.
• As women in faith, our stories of financial transformation can become testimonies of God’s grace, not shame.

 

Favorite Quotes

“I believe that money is spiritual and some of the things that we see—the way that we treat and view and manage our money—is often a symptom of a much deeper issue.” — Heather M. Day 

“Stewardship to me is all about … I am handling these things that are God’s. How can I use them in a way that honors and glorifies God?” — Heather M. Day 

Resources & Links

• Heather’s website: heatherday.net Heather M. Day
• Book: Money & Spirit: Surrendering Our Finances to the Work of the Holy Spirit 
• Barnabas Foundation: barnabasfoundation.org Barnabas Foundation
• Connect with Heather on Instagram/Twitter/Facebook (links on her site)

Who This Episode is For

• Women who desire to bring their finances into deeper alignment with their faith and identity in Christ.
• Anyone feeling stuck or burdened by financial stress and wondering, “Is this more than just money?”
• Small group or Bible study leaders seeking a conversation on stewardship, money, and discipleship.
• Faith‑based professionals who lead others in generosity and financial freedom.

 

Call to Action

• Ask yourself: “What does my money say about my heart?”
• Begin one practical step this week: maybe a prayer of surrender, a conversation about giving, or a reflection on one fruit of the Spirit in your financial life.
• Share this episode with a friend who might need hope in the area of money and stewardship.
• Visit Heather’s website and sign up for her newsletter or download free resources she offers on money + faith.

In a world of shifting foundations, Cathy Garland invites us to see that when everything seems to be falling apart, Christ stands as the indestructible cornerstone. Through her journey of divorce, miscarriages, a broken neck, and waiting on the promise of a child, Cathy discovered that the God who sees us (El Roi) and declares His truth (Jehovah Nissi) is not just a theological concept—but a living reality. Her co‑written book Revelationship (with father Dr. Randy Colver) guides readers into the many ways God reveals Himself and pursues intimacy with us. 

• How the concept “Revelationship”—God revealing Himself to us as He pursues relationship—was born, and why it matters. 

• Why our spiritual lives can languish if we limit how God can reveal Himself (or emphasize one form of revelation over another). 

• Real‑life stories of suffering and redemption: from deconstruction of faith at age 13, through brokenness and waiting, to a renewed pursuit of Christ.

• The invitation: To rediscover your identity in Christ, to let Him meet your deepest needs, wrestle your hardest questions, and heal your greatest hurts.

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📚 About Revelationship

• Book Title: Revelationship: Transformative Intimacy with Christ 

• Book & Study Guide: Revelationship: Transformative Intimacy with Christ

• Authors: Cathy Garland & Dr. Randy Colver

• Publisher: EnRoute Books & Media (Fall 2024)

• The term “Revelationship” is defined on the website as:

  “(Noun) The pathway to an intimate relationship with the God who created you; (Verb) Receiving from God all He pours out, then turning it back to Him in worship.” Revelationship

• The book explores:

  • Being open to God who reveals Himself & why this changes everything

  • Deconstruction / Reconstruction of faith

  • Church abuse & healing

  • Motherhood, divorce, loss of children, suffering

  • How God’s nature is an antidote to what ails us

  • How to discover the living God of the Old Testament

  • Prayer that gets answers / Praying with the Holy Spirit

  • Why knowing God is the first step to knowing our own identity

  • Encountering difficult stories in the Bible (Eden, Sodom & Gomorrah)
    Revelationship

• Companion Devotional: Revelationship Devotional (available December 2025) – building on the book, includes journaling prompts, mindfulness exercises, QR codes linking to worship music, etc. 

• Additional offering: Online mini‑course “Reset” to move from spiritual drift to deeper intimacy with Christ. 

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 Key Quotes from the Episode

• “It was knowing and being known by God that made all the difference.”

• “God’s call doesn’t waver. Even when we shut down, He waits, ready to walk alongside us.”

• “If something is true, it can withstand questioning.”

• “Revelationship is not about ritual; it’s about a relationship that heals and transforms.”

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🎧 Recommended For You If You…

• Feel spiritually dry, distant from God, or stuck in routines.

• Are navigating suffering, loss, brokenness, or waiting seasons.

• Have asked deep questions about faith, authenticity, identity, or purpose.

• Want to deepen your intimacy with Christ and move beyond surface‐level devotion.

• Are leading small groups, mentoring women, or seeking fresh ways to minister to those in transition.

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 Connect with Cathy & Revelationship

• Website: revelationship.net Revelationship

• Blog: “Graceful Musings” by Cathy (short spiritual growth reflections for busy moms) Revelationship

• YouTube: “Back Porch Talks” – father/daughter Q&A conversations about intimacy with Christ. Revelationship

• Social Media: Follow for updates, devos, and community. Revelationship

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 Next Steps for Listeners

1. Visit the website to download a free chapter of Revelationship or check out the devotional.

2. Reflect on one way God has revealed Himself to you recently—what did that invite you to believe or do?

3. Share this episode with someone who’s questioning faith, walking through suffering, or longing for fresh momentum in their relationship with Christ.

4. Let the conversation continue: join the online community or engage with the book discussion questions.

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Thank you for joining us!
We’re so glad you tuned in to hear Cathy’s story and explore the invitation of “revelationship” with God. May you be encouraged to open your heart, receive the revelation of Christ, and step into the intimate, transforming relationship He’s longing to have with you.

Trigger Warning: The following conversation includes discussion of sexual assault, which may be triggering or difficult to hear. Please take care of yourself while listening. If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual assault, help is available. You can reach the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (1-800-656-4673) to be connected with a trained advocate. Support is available 24/7, free, and completely confidential. You can also visit rainn.org for resources and support. Your safety and well-being matter above all.

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✨ Episode Summary:

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Well and Grace, Regina sits down with Rebecca Medina Stewart, a faith-based speaker, transformational coach, and founder of Rebecca Medina Stewart Coaching. Rebecca shares her journey of discovering God’s purpose, pushing past fear, and stepping boldly into her calling.

Listeners will be inspired by Rebecca’s honest reflections on spiritual growth, navigating seasons of waiting, and empowering other women to lead with authenticity. From practical steps to deepen your faith to uncovering the lies we believe about ourselves, this conversation is a must-listen for any woman longing to walk confidently in her God-given purpose.

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🔑 What You’ll Hear:

• Rebecca’s personal testimony and calling into leadership

• The role of grace in her faith walk and business

• How to move forward when fear and doubt creep in

• Encouragement for women in transition or uncertainty

• Powerful truths about identity, leadership, and purpose

• Scripture anchors and practices for spiritual strength

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📌 Resources & Links:

• Website: www.rebeccamedinastewart.com

• Instagram: @rebeccamedinastewart

• Free Resources & Coaching Info: Visit her website to explore coaching packages, workshops, and downloadable tools for Christian women leaders.

• Get her book SEEN: https://amzn.to/4lSQn3f

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🙏 Scripture Mentioned:

• Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you…”

• 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God has not given us a spirit of fear…”

• Proverbs 3:5–6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart…”

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