The Name She Carries

Bitter isn't just a Dark Chocolate | Season 3 Episode 7

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2508863/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Courtney and Amber unpack a powerful and relatable topic: bitterness. Using the analogy of dark chocolate, they explore how bitterness can quietly take root in our hearts—sometimes obvious, sometimes hidden beneath the surface. While life’s hurts can leave us feeling hardened, this episode reminds us that God desires to heal, restore, and replace bitterness with peace and sweetness. If you’ve been holding onto resentment, disappointment, or unresolved pain, this conversation will help you identify it—and begin letting it go. Scripture Highlight Psalm 147:3 (NIV) “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”  Key Takeaways * Bitterness often starts with real pain—but doesn’t have to define you * You can carry bitterness without realizing it * Masking pain is not the same as healing * God is the only one who can truly restore your heart * Freedom comes when you release what you’ve been holding onto Challenge Question Do you have any bitterness in your life that needs to be resolved? Where is it coming from?

Church Got Me Hurtin' | Season 3 Episode 6

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2508863/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Courtney and Amber have a real and honest conversation about church hurt—what it is, why it happens, and how to navigate it without losing your faith in God. They acknowledge the pain caused by people within the church while pointing back to an unchanging truth: people may fail, but God never will. If you’ve ever felt betrayed, judged, or wounded by the church, this episode offers validation, healing, and a path forward grounded in grace and truth. Scripture Highlight Lamentations 3:22–23 (NIV) “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” Key Takeaways * Church hurt is real—and your pain is valid * People’s failures should not define your view of God * God sees, understands, and cares deeply about your hurt * Healing requires time, truth, and often forgiveness * You can stay rooted in God, even when people let you down Challenge Question How do you separate the pain caused by someone in the church from the truth of who God is—and keep from confusing a person’s actions with God’s goodness?

Gentle Whisper | Season 3 Episode 5

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2508863/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Courtney and Amber explore how God speaks—not always through dramatic signs or loud moments, but often through a gentle whisper. Looking at the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19, they unpack what it means to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and even ready to give up—and how God meets us right there with provision, presence, and peace. In a world full of noise and distraction, this episode is a reminder that God is always speaking—we just have to slow down enough to hear Him. Scripture Highlight 1 Kings 19:12 (NIV) “And after the fire came a gentle whisper.” Key Takeaways * God often speaks in a gentle whisper, not loud signs * You are not alone in your lowest moments * God meets you with compassion, not condemnation * Stillness creates space to hear His voice * God is always pursuing you, even when you feel distant Challenge Question When in your life have you seen God pursue you and provide for you—especially in a time of hurt?

Out of Bounds | Season 3 Episode 4

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2508863/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Courtney and Amber explore the importance of boundaries—what they are, why they matter, and how they protect what matters most: your heart. Using relatable examples and biblical truth, they unpack how boundaries aren’t restrictive—they’re life-giving. Even Jesus modeled healthy boundaries by stepping away to rest, pray, and reconnect with God. If you’ve ever struggled with overcommitment, burnout, or saying “no,” this episode will help you understand how boundaries create space for God’s purpose in your life. Scripture Highlight Proverbs 4:23 (NLT) “Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” Key Takeaways * Boundaries are biblical and necessary * Jesus modeled stepping away to be with God * Rest is essential for spiritual clarity and health * Boundaries help you live out your purpose with intention * You have to determine what healthy boundaries look like in your own life Challenge Question Are there boundaries you need to set in place to create space to be with God?

What Shame Won't Tell You | Season 3 Episode 3

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2508863/fan_mail/new] In this episode, Courtney and Amber unpack the heavy—but often hidden—topic of shame. They explore how shame distorts our identity, where it comes from, and how God’s truth completely redefines it. Through Scripture and stories of women in the Bible, this conversation reminds us that turning toward God doesn’t expose us—it restores us. When we fix our eyes on Him, shame loses its power, and we begin to reflect His light.  Scripture Highlight Psalm 34:5 (NIV) “Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame.” Key Takeaways * Shame distorts your identity, but God restores it * You don’t have to hide from God—He already knows and loves you * Healing begins when you turn toward Him, not away * Your worth is not defined by your past or your pain * You were created to reflect God’s light Challenge Question Who do you turn toward when you feel shame?