Your Hope-Filled Perspective Podcast
10 Things I Wish I Knew 10 Years Ago – Episode 361
Have you ever wished you could go back ten years and tell your younger self something important? Because it’s my birthday week, I’ve been reflecting on the past decade and the lessons God has taught me along the way. Tune in for ten truths I wish I had known ten years ago, rooted in Scripture and supported by neuroscience. I share about rest, boundaries, joy, identity, and the quiet ways God is working even when we cannot see it.
How to Learn from the Proverbs 31 Woman Instead of Feeling Shame – Episode 360
Does the Proverbs 31 woman inspire you… or exhaust you? In this episode, Rev. Jessica Van Roekel and I unpack why she was written as a celebration, not a checklist. You’ll learn how to live out her wisdom in your season, with your gifts, and without shame.
How to Find God’s Refuge in the Middle of Crisis – Episode 359
Have you ever walked through a season that shook everything you thought was stable?
In this episode, I’m joined by author Lynne Rienstra for an honest and hope-filled conversation about finding God’s refuge in the middle of crisis. We talk about fear, hidden wounds, unexpected loss, and the ways God meets us when life feels uncertain.
If you are searching for peace in a difficult season, I pray this conversation encourages your heart and reminds you that you are never walking alone.
Honoring Caregivers: How to Find Strength, Rest, and Renewal When You’re Pouring Out Constantly – Episode 358
More than 53 million Americans are caregivers.
Many are exhausted and trying to be strong for everyone else.
If that sounds familiar, episode will remind you that you are not meant to carry this alone. God sees you, and He offers real renewal for worn-out souls.
Join us on the podcast! Rev. Jessica Van Roekel and I are shining a bright and honoring spotlight on caregivers who quietly pour out strength and tenderness day after day. If you are a caregiver who feels seen and unseen all at once, this conversation is for you.
How to Overcome Rejection and Abandonment with God’s Love – Episode 357
Almost all of us carry some form of rejection or abandonment. Someone walked away. Someone excluded us. Someone made us question our worth. Over time, those experiences can quietly influence our faith. We may begin to equate blessing with love and hardship with rejection. But that is not how God works. Listen now as we unpack how to overcome rejection and abandonment with God’s love and step into the security that only Christ can provide.
The Role of Unconditional Respect in a Healthy Marriage – Episode 356
Strong marriages are not built by accident. They are shaped through intentional choices, especially in how we communicate, forgive, and show respect. In this conversation, Nina Roesner and I share why unconditional respect is essential for lasting, healthy marriages and how faith influences the way we respond to everyday challenges. We also discuss how grounding our identity in Christ allows us to bring our strengths into marriage with humility, gratitude, and purpose.
Tools for Managing Chronic Stress and Mental Fatigue – Episode 355
Chronic stress doesn’t just wear us down physically. It affects our brains, our emotions, and even our spiritual connection. In this episode, Rev. Jessica Van Roekel and I share practical, Christ-centered tools that help calm the nervous system, restore mental clarity, and rebuild strength in the middle of demanding seasons.
How to Break Free from Digital Overload: A Christian Guide to Healthy Social Media Use – Episode 354
So many of us are reaching for our phones when our souls are longing for something deeper.
In this conversation, Allie Marie Smith and I explore how faith, boundaries, and a digital reset can quiet the noise and restore clarity, peace, and connection with God.
Beating the Blues: Finding Hope When “Blue Monday” Hits – Episode 353
As January unfolds, shorter days, unmet expectations, and post-holiday fatigue can quietly weigh on us. This season of the blues raises an important question: what do we truly need to restore hope? Join me as we unpack where “Blue Monday” came from, why winter affects us the way it does, and how God gently invites us to nurture our minds and souls during this season.
Healing From Emotional Exhaustion and Holiday Burnout – Episode 352
The holidays are over, but the exhaustion lingers. If unmet expectations, quiet disappointment, or emotional fatigue followed you into January, this conversation with my co-host, Rev. Jessica Van Roekel, is for you. We talk about why holiday burnout happens and how to begin restoring your emotional and spiritual strength.
Dr. Michelle Bengtson
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