A Woman’s Heart with Lisa Granger

Have you ever felt overlooked, unseen, unnoticed? You are not alone. In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Mary DeMuth. Mary shares powerful insights about how women have often been marginalized throughout history—both in the church and society. Together, we explore how Jesus broke cultural norms to include and empower women, and how God consistently chose women to fulfill His plans in the Bible. Mary’s message is one of hop...

Being healthy is more than just looking good. It’s feeling good and living life to the fullest. In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, we welcome Shemane Nugent to discuss her latest book, Abundantly Well. She shares her journey of overcoming toxic mold exposure, how faith and God’s natural gifts transformed her health, and the importance of a whole-body approach to wellness. Shemane provides insights on emotional healing, the power o...

Have you ever struggled with perfectionism? You feel like if you can get everything “just right” you can avoid any unpleasantness and everyone will love you. The problem is you end up weighed down and exhausted. Author and speaker Sue Schlesman has battled perfectionism in many areas of life. We dive into the struggle of perfectionism—how it takes hold of our hearts, fuels comparison, and steals our joy. Together, we explore the di...

Have you ever wondered what your purpose is? Without clarity we can stumble around in life and feel lost. Shauna Parker knows that feeling and shares her incredible journey of deep darkness to abundant life. Through faith, perseverance, and obedience, she emerged with a renewed sense of purpose and a passion for helping other women discover their true calling. Shauna is an inspirational speaker who shares her powerful story of surv...

Have you or someone you know been touched by adoption? Even if adoption is not part of your story directly, we have all experienced loss and the need for forgiveness. Jodi Jackson Tucker joins us to discuss Healing for Every Heart in Adoption, a book offering hope and restoration for those touched by adoption. Jodi and her co-authors share their unique experiences as a birth mother, adoptee and adoptive mother to offer three perspe...

Have you ever struggled with strong emotions? Wish you could respond with confidence in a tense situation? In this empowering conversation, Alicia Michelle discusses practical techniques to calm ourselves in moments of stress, how brain science shapes our emotional responses, and the transformative tool of ADD—Acknowledge, Discern, Decide. Alicia shares how understanding our emotions through both a scientific and spiritual lens can...

In this special milestone episode, we welcome the incredible Carol Kent, a speaker, author, and mentor with a passion for equipping others to share their message for God’s Kingdom. Carol shares her journey with God from preacher’s kid to inmate’s mother and how all of our stories matter. She shares insights on how to listen to God and persevere through tough times until we are walking in our purpose. This is a heartfelt conversatio...

There is a saying “What doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger”, but it that really true? Going through a life-altering trauma or suffering from many smaller traumas affects our brain and healing is possible but not promised. Our guest, Lisa Saruga, knows firsthand about the effects of trauma as a survivor and a therapist. She offers insight and practical tools for understanding, recovering, and thriving after trauma, along with her ...

In this heartfelt conversation, we dive into the journey of waiting—whether it’s singleness, unanswered prayers, or seasons of uncertainty. Cally Logan shares her wisdom on stewarding this time well, trusting God’s plan, and encouraging parents to pray faithfully for their children. Cally Logan is an author, writer, and history teacher from Richmond, Virginia. Story telling is her passion. She believes each and every one us hold a ...

In this episode, Lisa shares a personal story about her horse, Gemma, and the powerful lesson God taught her about healing. Just as Gemma’s wound needed to heal from the inside out, we too must allow God to work through our wounds—whether they stem from past trauma, insecurities, or offenses. Lisa explores the spiritual process of healing by soaking in God’s Word, wrapping our hearts in His love, and repeating the process until ful...

Life can throw us a curve ball and if we don’t have the help or skills, depression can knock us out. In this heartfelt episode, we welcome Carol McLeod, who shares her powerful story of battling depression and how she found hope and healing. Carol opens up about her darkest days, her journey to developing a deep reliance on the Word of God, and the practical steps she took to combat depression. Carol McLeod is a best-selling autho...

Quiet is something difficult to find in our modern world. We are bombarded with crowded schedules, constant availability through screens and information overload. The noise can be deafening. We think “quiet” is a luxury we can’t afford and yet it’s necessary for our souls to thrive. Sarah Clarkson delves into the transformative power of quiet. Drawing inspiration from her own journey and her latest book, Reclaiming Quiet: Cultivat...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed, stressed or down? Do you wish you could go through this crazy life with some more calm? Life is always going to happen, but our mindset and thought patterns determine how we perceive what goes on around us. If we can have healthy habits, it can make a world of difference in how we navigate life and come out with resilience, peace and joy. Diane Arnold has gone through some difficult seasons and knows f...

Would you say “Yes” to God if you knew you might lose your home, your job and your kid? We are called to sacrifice in our lives, but it’s not easy and some sacrifices are more painful than others. Valerie Juillerat knew God had some special assignments for her and when she was warned of the price she may pay, she said yes. Valerie boldly tells her story of a hard season and how her foundation in faith anchored her during the storm ...

We often have big goals for the New Year but give out of steam quickly and are left disappointed and frustrated. In this empowering episode, we welcome Marnie Swedberg, an international leadership mentor, speaker, and author, to discuss some of the challenges and some solutions so you can navigate your purpose in today’s fast-paced world. Marnie shares practical tips on setting meaningful goals, managing time wisely, and developing...

Have you ever read all the way through the Bible? Maybe you started, but life interrupted and you stopped. Maybe the whole idea is too intimidating, and you haven’t even tried. We know God uses His Word to speak to us, guide us, encourage and empower us, and yet we seldom take advantage of the treasure awaiting us inside the pages of His Holy Book. A shift from should to want can make all the difference and our guest Janet McHenry ...

Perspective is all about how we see the circumstances around us, and it affects our attitude and behavior. People in similar situations can respond in vastly different ways depending on their perspective. Wrapping up the Keeping Christ in Christmas: Dare to go Deeper series is Angela Donadio and she has a perspective on Christmas and life that few of us have. Prepare to have your lens on life cleared up a bit as we talk about embra...

There is a disconnect that happens when our actions don’t line up with our words and the church has been guilty many times. We can turn people off from God when our actions are harsh or uncaring, which is why Jesus said He wanted us to be kind to each other people. I had a very honest conversation with Greg West of Daybreak Church in Williamsburg about how Keeping Christ in Christmas means caring for the least of these, now and all...

The hustle and bustle of Christmas and the holiday season can crowd out peace and leave us disappointed and frazzled. We use phrases like “Keep Christ in Christmas”, but what does it really look like in our lives to worship the baby King and live differently? This conversation with Pastor Jeff Noble will have you breathing deep and calming down during the busy holiday season. We will share insights on slowing down during the holida...