On “Hope Through Hard Stuff” our host, Steve Norman, will engage in conversations and stories with our counselors and coaches on staff, outside authors, speakers and everyday people to help inspire hope and encouragement for others with their practical ad
Fred and Becky Attard explain the challenges of walking a cancer journey as a married couple.
Dr. Dave Kwon encourages families facing a terminal cancer diagnoses.
Pam Van Putten talks about how to encourage young adults who are trying to navigate their spiritual journeys and their personal callings.
Brian Wallaces offers insight into how he experienced God in a season of vocational uncertainty and how we can do the same.
Dale Hanson Bourke discusses her book "Strong Girls, Strong World: A Practicial Guide to Helping Them Soar- and Creating a Better Future for Us All."
Dr. Bill Heth talks how he has struggled to understand and apply Bible passages on controversial topics like divorce, remarriage, singleness and charismatic gifts.
Ashley Rimes offers advice to parents of teens who are strugging with anxiety and working on building their self-confidence.
Dave Hataj talks about his journey as an owner of a manufacturing business and how he's finding joy in helping a future generation of workers find purpose in their work.
Emilie DeYoung share the story behind Winning At Home's first ever children's book: Peanut Butter Pie.
Kristyn Sterk offers insights about helping children who have been affected by trauma.
Vonnie Woodrick shares the story of losing her husband to suicide and tools for coping she's learned along the way.
Dr. Emilie Young offers strategies to help kids with anxiety to go back to school.
Jospehy Reid talks about his own struggle with depression and the work his organization Broken People is doing to serve others who struggle too.
Wendy discusses her story about her ex-husband's journey with mental illness and how that shaped her faith and family.
Joel Schoon Tanis explains how, and where, he has found life, truth and beauty in a world that's often marked by confusion and chaos.
Shonn Colbrunn discusses tools and insights he's discovered to help others understand and embrace their calling.
Bekah Oum unpacks her story of growing up in west Michigan after being adopted as an infant from China.
Wendy shares her personal experience and encouragement for dealing with loss and grief.
Nate Marialke talks about his story with the Brownsville Revival, his thoughts on the Asbury Revival and how to pray for revival in our own churches and communities.
Dr. Holly Allen discusses her experience and research about helping children navigate trauma.
Becky Attard joins us for a third time to chroncile her ongoing battle with cancer and how her faith keeps her holding on to hope.
Whitney Scholten addresses the issue of sexual pain and some of the myths couples need to unlearn to move toward healthy intimacy in their marriage.
Zachary Wagner shares about some lessons he's had to unlearn from purity culture and discusses insights from his book, "Non-Toxic Masculinity: Recovering Healthy Male Sexuality."
Bridget Gee reflects on the challenges of being single in the church and unpacks insights from her book "Single, Just Because: A Pilgrimage Into Holy Aloneness."
Natasha discusses her personal experience with loss and offers encouragement to those who are navigating their own personal losses.
Steve and Jill Miskelley tell the story of their son Ian and how they are working to help parents with teens who are struggling with mental health.
Katie Schnack shares insights from her new book "Everything Is (Not) Fine" including the story of her young son's health challenges.
Emilie DeYoung and Ann Lukas discuss the purpose of the First Annual Trailblazor 5K
Onesiphorus reflects on his career as a prison chaplain and the lessons God taught him through that experience.
George discusses some of the blessings and challenges that come with parenting teenagers.
Shane discusses his book Rethinking Life:Embracing the Sacredness of Every Person.
Steve reflects on lessons he's learned in his journey as a foster parent and adoptive dad.
Dave explores the risks technology and social media can play in the lives of teens and what parents can do to address them.
Clint talks about the challenges and gifting of church planting and churchg leadership.
Kevin shares his story of struggling with shame and how he found a way forward.
Steve explains the work Warriors Set Free is doing to serve veterans as they move towards wholeness and healing.
Josh talks about what's like to experience anti-semitism and how Christians can confrot it.
Sara discusses hear own journey with counseling and offers advice for people who may be ready to see a counselor.
Angie addresses some of the myths in purity culture about sex and intimacy.
John reflects on his struggle with control in his relationships and the lessons he's learned as a recovery ministry leader.
Lacy discusses how we can engage children in age-appropriate spiritual conversations.
Joe Leal talks about the challenges and gifts of parenting a young child with special needs.
David Horne explores how the practice of spiritual direction can provide clarity when we're confused or stuck in our spiritual journeys.
Dr. Karen Pearson talks about how mentoring elementary school children can create a powerful impact on both parties' lives.
Dr. Jeff Brannon explains why the doctrine of the resurrection matters and how it helps us process grief and loss.
Sherrill Knezel discusses the themes of boundaries, self-care and vocation from her new book "Heart Speak."
Veterinarian Dr. Terry Jelsema offers encouragement for families who are grieving the loss of their pets.
Robin Spicer shares her journey of deep hurt and ongoing forgiveness towards a family member.