Hey guys, welcome back to the Anchored by the Sword Podcast!

I am so excited for today’s episode because this is Part 2 of our 3-part series all about the brand new TV series, Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries—and you guys, this one is so special.

Today, I’m sitting down with Denise Gossett, who plays Naomi in the series—and not only that, her real-life daughter plays Esther. How incredible is that?!

And if you’ve been following along, you already alongside this cast and crew and build real relationships on set was something I’ll never forget.

In this episode, Denise shares her story—from being a young girl who knew she wanted to act, to stepping into a full career in film and television… and ultimately trusting God in one of the biggest leaps of her life.

We talk about:

• ​Her journey into acting (and how “being naïve” actually helped her step into her calling)
• ​Working alongside her daughter in the series as a real-life mother/daughter duo
• ​What it looked like to leave LA, trust God, and still see Him provide more than expected
• ​The struggle of control vs. surrender—and why worry and faith can’t coexist
• ​How she stays anchored (including her love for opening the Bible and letting God speak in the moment)
• ​🎬 Behind-the-scenes stories from filming in the beautiful Sugarcreek Ohio area
• ​😂 Funny on-set moments (including Amish outfits… and SUVs 👀)

We also dive into the heart behind the series itself—how it’s like Little House on the Prairie meets Nancy Drew, with faith woven in gently and beautifully. It’s the kind of storytelling that brings families together and reminds us of the simplicity and peace we often miss.

And honestly… this conversation hit home in so many ways.If you’ve ever struggled with control, worry, or wondering if you can really trust God with the unknown—this episode is for you.

📺 The series is coming to UPTV this week and the 2nd episode will be on UP Faith and Family—so make sure you watch the movie first and then dive into the episodes!

Don’t forget—this is Part 2 of the series, and Part 3 is coming next!

Enjoy today’s episode!

Bio:

Denise Gossett is an actress known for her roles with Tom Hiddleston in the movie "I Saw the Light", the Mel Gibson feature film "Get The Gringo" and the Morris Chestnut movie "When the Bough Breaks". She also guested on TV shows "The Office", "The New Adventures of Old Christine" and most recently in "Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries.” She recently shot a Hallmark Christmas movie "A Christmas Drawn Together" and a Lifetime movie "The Secret of Sara".

Anchor Verses:

Philippians 4:13

Matthew 17:20

Connect with Denise:

IMDB: http://www.imdb.me/denisegossett

FB: https://www.facebook.com/denise.gossett

IG: https://www.instagram.com/denisegossett1/

Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries IG: https://www.instagram.com/sugarcreekamishmysteries/

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