Through Deep Waters

S2:E9 Beauty from Ashes with Michele Smith

In this episode of Through Deep Waters with Monique and Martha, we lean into the truth of Isaiah 61:3—how God gives us beauty for ashes, joy for mourning, and praise for despair. Our guest, Michele Smith, entrepreneur, health and wellness coach, podcast host of Finding Your Fit, and founder of The Midlife Mandate, shares her journey of faith and resilience. Michelle opens up about navigating midlife transitions, finding purpose, and helping women rise with strength, hope, and courage. She reminds us that restoration is possible even in our hardest seasons and offers practical tools for embracing faith, fitness, and financial wisdom. Scripture: Isaiah 61:3 Theme: Beauty from Ashes – Restoration, Hope & New Beginnings Whether you're facing a season of loss, change, or uncertainty, this conversation will inspire you to trust that God is writing something new and beautiful from your story. Connect with Michelle: IG https://www.instagram.com/themichelesmith?igsh=enBnYmR3Z3d5b3Jw [https://www.instagram.com/themichelesmith?igsh=enBnYmR3Z3d5b3Jw] FB https://www.facebook.com/share/1KKSyPgCCL/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/1KKSyPgCCL/?mibextid=wwXIfr] Website https://themichelesmith.com/ignite [https://themichelesmith.com/ignite]

S2:E8 Helping Others Heal by Telling My Story

In this deeply personal birthday-month episode, I open up about what it means to grieve the mother I never had—while celebrating the woman I've become at 52. I talk candidly about growing up in a home marked by trauma, unpredictability, and unmet emotional needs. My parents, like so many, were caught in cycles of generational dysfunction they never named... and so they never broke them. It took me standing up and saying, "This ends with me." Through God's grace, I've learned to mother myself, raise my children differently, and become the kind of woman who helps others heal their past to create a better future. In this episode, I reflect on how God has faithfully used what was meant for harm and turned it into a testimony of hope and purpose. You'll hear: * Why holidays like Mother's Day and Christmas still carry mixed emotions * How I'm learning to create new memories with the family I've chosen * The ache I feel when others talk about the parents they had, and how I've turned that pain into deep, intentional love for others * A powerful tool you can use today to reflect on your own journey * A guest segment from my daughter Madison, who shares what it was like to grow up with a cycle-breaking mom Whether you've experienced generational trauma or are simply walking through grief that's hard to explain. This episode will remind you: God does not waste your story. 💛 "You intended to harm me, but God intended it all for good…" (Genesis 50:20, NLT) 🔔 Be sure to subscribe, share with someone who needs this, and join the waitlist for my upcoming book, Letters to Monique: A Journey of Breaking Generational Trauma. www.moniquemyers.org [https://www.moniquemyers.org]

S2:E7 Standing on His Promises

Theme: Faith in God's Covenant Key Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20 – (KJV) "For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us." (NLT) "For all of God's promises have been fulfilled in Christ with a resounding 'Yes!' And through Christ, our 'Amen' ascends to God for his glory." When life feels uncertain, how do you keep standing? In this episode of Standing on His Promises, host Monique welcomes Jeremy and Jennifer to share how they have anchored their lives in the unchanging covenant of God. Through scripture, real-life stories, and practical tools, this conversation will help you experience the power of His promises in your everyday life. You'll be reminded that God's promises are fixed, not fragile—and they still hold true even when your circumstances shift. Bio for Jeremy and Jennifer Jeremy and Jennifer Coley are the voices behind Standing on His Promises. Married for over two decades, they have walked through seasons of joy and heartbreak, learning firsthand that God's promises hold firm even when life feels uncertain. Together, they lead with authenticity and humor, inviting listeners to grow in faith, hope, and resilience. Jeremy is the lead pastor and Jennifer is the First Lady at their church community in Toledo, Ohio. Their passion is to help people see God's covenant as more than words on a page—it's a living reality that changes everyday life. Whether they're sharing scripture, personal stories, or practical tools, Jeremy and Jennifer create a safe space where listeners feel encouraged to trust God's "Yes and Amen." Throughout the episode, we dive into how God's covenant promises are fixed and unchanging, even when our circumstances shift. Key reflections and scriptural truths include: * "God didn't just make promises—He made a covenant. That's deeper than a pinky swear." * "Sometimes, you've got to say 'Amen' even when you don't feel it yet—because God's promise still stands." * "The gap between the promise and the fulfillment is where your faith grows roots." * "His covenant didn't change when your circumstances did. He's still the same God." These truths, built on the foundation of 2 Corinthians 1:20, help listeners engage with God's covenant in daily life, anchoring each day in His unbreakable "Yes and Amen." About House of Prayer Holiness Church – Toledo, OH Address: 1439 Nebraska Ave, Toledo, OH 43607 Contact: (419) 255‑6048 · Email: hophc1439@gmail.com houseofprayerholiness.com [https://www.houseofprayerholiness.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com]mapquest.com [https://www.mapquest.com/us/ohio/house-of-prayer-holiness-church-5653459?utm_source=chatgpt.com] House of Prayer Holiness Church is a Pentecostal congregation grounded in the Wesleyan‑Holiness tradition. They believe wholeheartedly in the filling of the Holy Spirit, worshiping with vibrant hymns and passionate sermons that emphasize prayer as a lifestyle houseofprayerholiness.com [https://www.houseofprayerholiness.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com]. Service Times: * Sunday School: 10:00 AM * Morning Worship: 11:00 AM * Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer: 6:30 PM houseofprayerholiness.com [https://www.houseofprayerholiness.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] More than just a building, this church extends a warm invite: "Come as you are—experience the true Word of God with us." They position themselves as a spiritual family where worship goes beyond Sundays and into everyday life houseofprayerholiness.com [https://www.houseofprayerholiness.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com]. To learn more about their doctrine, ministries, upcoming events, or to connect online—visit their official website at houseofprayerholiness.com or contact them via phone or email.

S2:E6 God of Restoration

In this powerful June episode of Through Deep Waters, Monique and Martha explore what it means to experience true restoration in the aftermath of brokenness. Rooted in Joel 2:25 (NLT) — "I will give you back what you lost…" — they reflect on how God meets us in the ruins of our lives and rebuilds what seemed beyond repair. From emotional trauma and spiritual numbness to seasons of waiting and loss, Monique and Martha share heartfelt insights and biblical truths that speak to the God who restores peace, purpose, and identity. They also walk through the key sections of Joel 2, helping listeners reflect on their own "locust years" and how to take the first step toward healing. Whether you're celebrating, grieving, or rebuilding, this episode reminds you: You are not forgotten. Restoration is possible. 🛠 Includes a practical "Joel 2 Prayer Walk" tool for personal reflection and renewal. 📬 We'd love to hear your story. Connect with us on Facebook: @ThroughDeepWaters [https://www.facebook.com/ThroughDeepWaters]

S2:E5 Trusting God's Timing

Have you ever felt like you're standing in a hallway, leaning on a doorway that just won't open? You've knocked. You've prayed. You've waited. And still nothing. In this powerful episode of Through Deep Waters, Martha sits down with Pastor Lee Eclov to explore what it really means to trust God's timing, especially when life feels stuck in pause mode. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 3:1 ("For everything there is a season…"), Pastor Lee shares wisdom from decades of pastoral ministry and personal experience navigating seasons of waiting, confusion, and growth. Together, they unpack: • How to tell the difference between a waiting season and a "go" season • The beauty of surrender in the face of uncertainty • Practical ways to cultivate patience and peace while leaning on closed doors • How the Church can support those who are in the in-between Whether you're praying for healing, seeking direction, or just feeling weary from the wait, this conversation will remind you that God's delays are not His denials. He sees you. He's with you. And He's always right on time. 🎧 Tune in, take a breath, and remember: even when you're just leaning on the doorway, God is still working behind the scenes. Learn more about Pastor Lee here: https://leeeclov.com/ [https://leeeclov.com/]