You don’t fight for victory — you fight from victory. In this first episode of Women in the Word, Hannah and Amber talk about what it means to pick up your sword and stand firm in who you are in Christ.

In this powerful conversation, Hannah Castiaux sits down with Amber Olafsson, author of the ARMOR UP Bible study and founder of United House Ministries, to talk about what it really means to fight your battles with Scripture and live equipped by the Word of God.

Together, they unpack:
⚔️ Why the Word of God is your greatest weapon against the enemy
🛡️ What it means to “armor up” daily with Ephesians 6
🔥 How to go from living defeated to living free
💬 The power of speaking Scripture out loud over your circumstances
🤍 Why community matters when you’re growing in the Word

This episode will stir your faith, strengthen your spirit, and remind you that you were never meant to fight unarmed.
It’s time to armor up — because the battle is real, but so is your victory.

📖 “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” — Ephesians 6:11

Follow along for the Women in the Word series, where we’ll be diving into the book of Ruth next!

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What if your identity wasn’t tied to your title, your role, or your accomplishments - but fully rooted in Christ? In this powerful conversation with Larissa Peña, founder of Girls with Swords and bold content creator, we tackle what it means to fight lies and labels with the Word of God.

Together we dive into:

• Larissa’s story of wrestling with identity as a woman in ministry and finding her true worth in Christ

• How to pick up the “sword of the Spirit” (Ephesians 6:17) in your daily life

• The danger of attaching your value to titles, platforms, or approval - and the freedom of resting in who God says you are

• Practical ways to use Scripture as your weapon against fear, insecurity, and doubt

This episode is an encouragement to every woman who has ever wondered: Am I enough? Am I called? Does God really want to use me? The answer is YES, sis. Your identity is secure in Christ and His Word equips you for every battle.

📖 Scripture Anchors: Isaiah 43:19, Ephesians 6:17, 2 Corinthians 10:5
✨ Connect with Larissa: @larissapenya95 and Girls with Swords
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Ever told yourself, “I don’t need people”? You’re not alone. In this powerful conversation with author and rancher Cloe Parker (Connected Cowgirl + CEO of Parker Pastures), we dig deep into why women are burning out from trying to be “strong,” and how God’s original design is for connection - with Him, with each other, and even with the food we eat.

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:

• Cloe’s raw testimony of hitting rock bottom and the moment God revealed Himself through his creation🌿

• Why pretending to be “fine” keeps us isolated, and how community brings real freedom

• The hidden ways social media creates false connection - and how to break free

• The truth about food, faith, and health: why what we eat impacts our spiritual and physical energy

• How to ask for help, let people in, and cultivate authentic friendships in this season

This is more than an interview - it’s an invitation to drop the mask, lean on Jesus, and let people into your story.

📖 Scripture Anchors: Philippians 1:6, Romans 8:28, Proverbs 3:5-6
📚 Grab Cloe’s book Connected Cowgirl on Amazon
🥩 Learn more about Parker Pastures grass-fed beef, bison & lamb at parkerpastures.com

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Welcome to Season 2 of the God’s Glory in Your Story Podcast! 🎉

In this kickoff episode, host Hannah Castiaux shares what God has been teaching her in a brand-new state and season of life. From celebrating the top 3 most-played episodes of Season 1, to reflecting on her SMART goals for the year, Hannah reminds us that God is always at work — even when our plans shift.

Through encouragement rooted in Scripture, including Matthew 9:17 (new wine, new wineskins) and Isaiah 43:19 (God is doing a new thing), Hannah challenges listeners to release old expectations, make room for fresh purpose, and step boldly into the calling God has placed on their lives.

✨ In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The top 3 most popular episodes from Season 1

• How SMART goals are going (progress > perfection!)

• Why new seasons require new wineskins (Matthew 9:17)

• The vision for Season 2: Intentionally Designed book updates, a new Women in the Word series, and exciting guest conversations

If you’ve ever felt stuck in old patterns or afraid of change, this episode is your reminder that God is writing something new in your story.

🎧 Tune in, and let’s uncover His glory together.

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In this week’s episode, I sit down with Kristi Dorner to talk about how the church can show up and walk alongside women and men who have experienced abortion. Statistics show that 1 in 4 women have had an abortion, which means many of us are closer to this reality than we realize.

Rather than fueling a debate about being “pro-life” or “pro-choice,” this conversation focuses on compassion, presence, and practical ways we can respond as the body of Christ. We share surprising statistics, real insights, and tangible steps churches and individuals can take to better love, support, and walk with those carrying this unseen weight.

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Are you exhausted from trying to be perfect all the time? In this episode, we confront the toxic pressure of perfectionism and how it robs us of peace, purpose, and identity. We unpack the lie that your worth is tied to your performance — and explore what it means to be enough without constantly doing.

Whether you're a high achiever, a people-pleaser, or someone caught between excellence and apathy, this conversation will help you pause, breathe, and remember: You don’t have to save yourself. Jesus already did.

If you’ve ever asked, “Is Jesus really enough — even when I feel like I’m not?” — this episode is for you.

Do you ever feel like life is just too much? Like you’re drowning in responsibilities, doubts, and fears, and no matter how hard you try, you just can’t? In this raw and honest episode of God’s Glory in Your Story, I sit down with Lexi Hermes to talk about those moments when we feel completely overwhelmed—when we question if we have what it takes and if God is really going to show up.

Lexi opens up about her own struggles with doubt, exhaustion, and feeling unqualified, and how she’s learned to lean on Christ when she feels like she can’t take another step. We unpack what it really means to trust God’s strength in our weakness, to let go of the pressure to have it all together, and to believe that even when we can’t—He can.

If you’re in a season where life feels heavy and you’re wondering how to keep going, this episode is for you. You’re not alone, and you can—through Christ.

Have you ever wondered, Is this God speaking or just my own thoughts? 🤔 In this powerful episode of God’s Glory in Your Story, I sit down with Pastor Ed Martin to unpack how to discern God’s voice in a world full of noise. We’ll dive into biblical wisdom, practical steps for hearing God clearly, and how to recognize when He is leading you.

✨ In this episode, we cover:
✅ The difference between God’s voice and your own thoughts
✅ How to filter out distractions and tune into the Holy Spirit
✅ Common misconceptions about hearing from God
✅ Real-life examples of divine direction

If you’ve ever struggled with knowing God’s will or wondered if He’s really speaking to you, this episode is for you! 🙌

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