It's always tempting to try to live up to the expectations other people have of us. Even if our past is marked by success, it's burdensome to try to keep that up.
Normally, most of us keep at it- we keep striving the fulfill the expectations we think people have of who we are and what we do. It can feel overwhelming or frightening to imagine dealing with th ... Show More
Jun 2025
Books, Bummers, and Big Ideas with Zach Windahl
<p>This week on The Writing Room, Bob and Kim sit down with their friend Zach Windahl—he’s the kind of guy who makes big ideas simple and beautiful. They talked about his latest book The Bible Simplified, and the winding path of writing, publishing, and figuring out why our words ... Show More
27m 6s
May 2025
Taking Your Joy Back with Tauren Wells
<p>This week, I got to sit down with my friend Tauren Wells. Not only does he have a voice that can fill stadiums, but it’s his heart that really moves people. We talked about calling, the cost of obedience, and what it looks like to trust God when the plan doesn’t make sense. Ta ... Show More
28m 46s
Jan 2024
When Dreams Slip Away, God Brings New Ones: Bryce Kenny & Charlene Tilton
<p dir="ltr">Life is a tapestry of dreams and aspirations, yet sometimes, despite our best efforts, we fail to see our dreams come to life. In these moments, we might feel engulfed by a sense of loss and disappointment. But we can find solace in a promise from God; when one dream ... Show More
28m 24s
Jul 2025
Learning How to Love Your Life Even When You Don't Like It with Rachel Awtrey
This week, we’re joined by the one and only Rachel Awtrey—podcaster, mama, and joy-finder extraordinaire! Rachel is calling in from Birmingham, Alabama and brings such a refreshing perspective on embracing life fully, even when it doesn’t look how you expected. We talk about mili ... Show More
49m 23s
Sep 2020
Born to Fly, Not to Fear: Sara Evans & Caitlin Crosby
<p>Fear and anxiety often worm their way into our lives, and it is easy to give into them. But we have a mighty God on our side, who replaces fear with a beautiful peace that reminds us everything will turn out exactly the way He intends it. <a href="https://www.saraevans.com/">C ... Show More
24m 11s
Feb 2025
Healing Old Wounds and Breaking Generational Cycles: Melanie Shankle & Lisa Steven
This week, we’re delighted to welcome back author and speaker Melanie Shankle. Through her reflections on overcoming a challenging childhood and breaking generational cycles of dysfunction, Melanie shares profound insights on motherhood, the power of faith, and how to turn painfu ... Show More
22m 47s
May 2025
When Love Feels Like a Letdown | Love Stories | Part 3
<p>Everyone wants a great marriage. But over time, things can get tough—disconnection, disappointment, even resentment can build up. If that’s where you find yourself, you’re not alone. Learn how there’s hope for your marriage, no matter what you’re facing.</p><p>NEXT STEPS<br /> ... Show More
35m 20s
<p><img src="//assets.libsyn.com/show/117878/TBH_328.jpg" alt= "TBH 328" width="700" height="394" /></p> <p><em>Kelley's daughter may be one of the few who remembers being in heaven before being born. At age 3, she crawled up on her mom's lap and began to tell Kelley what she saw ... Show More
