As this week's podcast guest, Brooke Raybould, says, freedom is "a loaded word." Especially with the recent rise in debate over constitutional rights in the U.S., the meaning of freedom can get muddy.

Marriages arent immune from hardships and tribulations. What makes them hard to work through is that these hurdles are usually unexpected. - The news that her husband had been unfaithful to her for m

Your world just turned upside down. What do you do? - Marlys Johnson Lawry has been there. Her and her first husband, Gary, were not only partners in life but in servitude to their community. Garys c

No mother-daughter relationship is perfect, but some are more difficult than others. - In this episode, Darlene Brock and Julie Bender sit down to share the distinct challenges they each had with thei

In this episode ofThis Grit and Grace Life, we revisit an important conversation with Dr. Holly Miller on womens health, including issues you need to know but are probably too embarrassed to ask abo

Most people are unaware of the statistic that 1 in 3 women globally have experienced sexual assault. This weeks guest, sadly, was one of those victims at the tender age of 14. - Caroline Beidler jo

Studies have proven that we’re more productive, live longer, and laugh more when we spend time with others. It only makes sense, then, that our relationships are significant to our existence—and that

Childhood memories stick with us for a long time, especially life-altering ones. - Grammy-winning artist Mandisa joins Darlene Brock and Julie Bender to share how she recognized her worth after a trau

As a mom, it’s hard to filter out the opinions and recommendations from other people on how to raise your kids. Perfect social media mom influencers, coworkers, church friends, and even your own mothe

If you don’t already know, Julie is having a baby! (A girl!)  - At her recent baby shower, amid all the laughter and gifts from friends and family, there was a conversation about the fears people are