The past several weeks have been a lot – I found myself frustrated, exhausted, and honestly asking God: “Why is this happening?”
Nov 25
EP 98: Wholeness in the Waiting: What Mark 5 Teaches Us About Jesus’ Timing
<p>In this week’s episode, I’m unpacking a powerful, dual-story moment in Scripture that has been ministering deeply to my heart—Jairus’ daughter and the woman with the issue of blood in Mark 5.</p><p>We explore what it means to pursue Jesus in desperation, to press through disco ... Show More
36m 55s
Nov 18
EP 97: The Bumpy Road to Better: ft. Tim Timberlake
<p>In this week’s episode, I’m joined by my brother, pastor and author Tim Timberlake to dive into his newest book, The Bumpy Road to Better.</p><p>We talk about what it really looks like to walk with God through pain, doubt, and disappointment, when faith feels exhausting and th ... Show More
1h 9m
Nov 11
EP 96: Living Beyond Offense: With Yana Jenay Conner
<p>In this week’s episode, I’m joined by author and teacher Yana Jenay Conner, to get into her new book, Living Beyond Offense!</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in to hear us unpack what it means to live beyond offense, to forgive without pretending it didn’t hurt, and to trust God enough t ... Show More
1h 24m
Aug 18
Are You Mad at Me? How to Calm People‑Pleasing Anxiety | E465
Have you ever stared at your phone, rereading a text that ended with a period and spiraled into, “Oh no… are they mad at me?” Or maybe someone didn’t heart your Instagram story, and suddenly your nervous system is in full red alert mode. If so, you’re not alone. And you’re defini ... Show More
55m 2s
Apr 2022
223: How to Move Through Small Disappointments
<p>Whether you're making plans to travel, to be with friends or family, or to host people at your house in your very own neighborhood, chances are you have some expectations for how things will go. So what do you do when the day comes, the trip is lovely, the food is great and th ... Show More
9m 36s
Sep 2024
Leaving the Illusion ft. Dr. Cheyenne Bryant
<p>In this episode, I sit down with the amazing Dr. Cheyenne Bryant for what turned into a deeply personal therapy session. Y’all, I got real vulnerable and tackled some intimate issues I’ve been carrying for a minute. Some moments I’m still not willing to share, but one day I wi ... Show More
1h 7m
Aug 6
You Can’t Pray Away a Dysregulated Nervous System—But You Can Heal With God
<div>I used to think peace was something I could force. If I just prayed harder, thought better, or pushed through, surely I’d feel normal again. But even in quiet rooms and calm moments, my body was buzzing. I couldn’t shake the edge, the restlessness, the sense that something w ... Show More
15 m
Oct 2024
Inner Work 216: When something unwanted shows up in your life
This episode is about how to shift your perspective, mindset, and energy when something unwanted or challenging shows up in your life. As humans, we're naturally wired and inclined to see the NEGATIVE when something challenging, unexpected, or irritating shows up in our life expe ... Show More
23m 22s
Dec 2024
Q&A: Toxic Relationships, Self-Harm, Going Low Contact, and More
<p>Sven's latest foray into questions from social media followers include: Why can't I get started? Does anger heal you? How can I start loving myself and avoid toxic relationships? Is it unhealthy to leave town after a blowup with my dad? I'm having a flare-up dur ... Show More
55m 12s
Apr 2025
Why Can’t I Just Trust God? A Look at Attachment, Anxiety, and Faith
<div>Ever catch yourself thinking, “Why can’t I just trust God already?” Like if you were more spiritual, more mature, or more faithful, this wouldn’t be so hard? If that’s you, you’re not alone. And you’re not failing. Here’s the truth I want you to carry into this episode: Some ... Show More
15m 18s