My Brutiful Life Every one has a BRUTIFUL story to tell! Sometimes your the hero and sometimes your the villain in your story, but one thing is true, if you don’t quit you will WIN! On this podcast you are going to hear from everyday ordinary people who
#048: Heart Work is Hard WorkAfter a short pause, My Brutiful Life is back—and in this deeply personal episode, Medda and I catch up on what's been unfolding in our lives during the break. Spoiler alert: it's been raw, stretching, and sacred.I open up about the hard work of heart work—the kind that doesn't show on the outside but demands everything on the inside. Healing from spiritual abuse isn't a linear journey. It's layered. It's lonely at times. And it often calls us to face parts of ourselves we didn't even know were still hurting.Together, we talk about what it looks like to keep walking with the Lord when the systems that once claimed to represent Him have caused harm. We share the messy middle of deconstructing religion while holding tightly to a very real and faithful Father.If you're in the middle of your own unraveling, or trying to make sense of the wounds you carry from spiritual spaces, this conversation is for you. You're not alone—and you're not crazy for questioning what once felt untouchable.We see you. We're with you. And we're doing the hard work, too.
“Sometimes the word God gives you doesn't feel exciting—it feels necessary.”This year, my word is Refresh. And honestly? I didn't even realize how deeply I needed it.New on the podcast: answering some of the most common questions I get about hearing from God for a word, and how this one found me.
In this heartfelt episode of My Brutiful Life, Medda and I dive into the word God gave me for 2025: Refresh. After walking through years of stripping, healing, and redefining everything I thought I knew, this word feels like a breath of fresh air—both gentle and powerful.We talk about what Refresh means to me personally, how it showed up in unexpected ways, and why I believe it's not just a word for me, but for others who are coming out of wilderness seasons and learning how to live again.“I didn't even know how much I needed refreshing until I started to feel it.”We also reflect on the beautiful reminder in Proverbs 11:25 (NIV) – “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” Because sometimes, the very healing we long for comes as we pour into others from the overflow of what God is doing in us.
Join Me in this deeply personal episode as I talk about the complexities of life after a tragic explosion, watching my husband navigate a new path of resilience, faith, and community support. Whether you're facing your own challenges or seeking inspiration, this episode offers a heartwarming reminder that hope and healing are always possible. Xoxo Rachel Lohr
Sit down with me as we continue on with Part 2 of Medda's Journey to Motherhood. In this deeply personal podcast episode, Medda shares her incredible journey of fertility, hope, and ultimately becoming a mother through in vitro fertilization (IVF) after experiencing multiple ectopic pregnancies. Her story is a testament to faith, perseverance, and the unexpected ways divine intervention can manifest, culminating in the birth of her son and highlighting the emotional complexity of trying to conceive.
In this heartfelt and deeply personal podcast episode, I sit down with my long-time friend, Medda Burdick, together we explore her profound and emotionally challenging journey to motherhood. Medda opens up about her struggles with multiple ectopic pregnancies, the medical obstacles she endured, and the transformative role foster care and divine intervention played in shaping her story. Her candid and inspiring account sheds light on resilience, faith, and the unexpected paths life can take.
#042 “MY VALENTINE” I've talked about him, posted pictures of him, told stories on & about him…NOW YOU GET TO HEAR FROM HIM! My husband, My Valentine, My Heart! Adam and I visit with my co-host Mr. JG. Happy Valentine's Day Beautiful People!
#040 Ramblings Of A Small Group Mindset
In this episode we are all over the place but DEEP revelation came near the end so do your best to stick it out... I know you'll be blessed!
In this episode I reveal some big news and we discuss the road that got me there!!
JG and I discuss (quite impromptu) where God has been leading him and what God is ultimately leading both of us to do! Pretty crazy stuff.
JG and I visit with Kristen about her journey with a cancer diagnosis and how hearing God's voice has been so crucial to her overcoming mindset.
In this episode JG and I discuss the heart of our Heavenly Father and how that translates to our earthly lives.
#025 Hello BEAUTIFUL Friends! On this episode JG & I have a great discussion on the church, loving people like Daniel loved people, how to be a walking bible and story for the Love of God.
#024 - We're On Video Now! Stream Grace Network has had a vision from day one to do video, and now it's here, but it didn't go like we had expected. Much like life, we have a vison and we make a plan and it's not going to go the way we expected then what!? Get you a Spotify account and watch JG & I break down the vision.
Hello Beautiful Friends!!! FUN ANNOUNCEMENT——VIDEOCAST COMING SOON!!! In this Episode JG & I explore the ability to resolve conflict with others. At times I've gotten it right and other times I've gotten it VERY VERY WRONG!
#022 Hello Beautiful Friends! JG & I recall and reflect on lessons my dad taught us both.
HELLO BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS! In this Episode you will experience what starts out as a conversation with JG, Me and Jeff Plunkett and turns into a real counseling session on my internal anxiety. #innerhealing #quethesparkles
HELLO BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS! In this Episode JG and I visit with Danelle Rush. She's a life coach and creatively gifted to move people towards their God given desires!
Hello BEAUTIFUL FRIEND! WOW—This didn't turn out like I thought it would!!!! In this Episode JG and I get into a GREAT discussion with Lori Fry about religion vs. spiritual!
HELLO BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS!! I get asked this question a lot…How did you loose weight? In this Episode I visited with Gabe Griffin as we talk about our weight loss journey. What we did, how we healed and the transformation as the weight melted away.
Spoken from the deepest part of love. I share my story of the week Shon Burchett went to be with the Lord. God will never leave you nor forsakes you. He is a very present help in our time of need. You are not alone.
Attitude is FREE! In this episode I visit with Kaelyn Davis as she shares her BRUTIFUL journey with cancer! Her spirit, wit, fight and wisdoms is BEAUTIFUL!
Welcome Back! Are You Ok? Where Have You Been? Everything Ok? YES & I'M BACK!! I unintentionally went off the grid! Took an unplanned sabbatical and leveled down to rest! Tune in and listens to what all took place during that time! YOU DON't WANT TO MISS IT
HELLO BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS! On this episode Kathy Toney and I share about our journey with having dreams and how to interpret them. She shares her BRUTIFUL story of infertility and her book “yes, you can have a baby”! Seven truth that took me from infertility to MOTHERHOOD. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1950616088/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_api_glt_fabc_KPFY6VC8N08VN0APGTN4
HELLO BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS! The beautiful gift of the mind!! On this episode I visit with my dearest friend Kellie Stafford as she shares candidly about the BRUTALFUL challenges of raising her autistic grandson.
HELLO BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS! Dustin's story is PACKED full of discovery, failure, grief, inner healing and growth. He shares how he walked away from religion, went on a journey of exploring other religions. He candidly shares about how he white knuckled his battle with alcohol and drug addiction and failed. Went through a divorce, his dreams were shattered all lead him to a suicidal moment..BUT THEN GOD!!!
HELLO BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS!! WOW-JUST-WOW! It takes courage to be vulnerable! In this Episode, I sit captivated and listen as my dear friend Scott Stephens does just that. He shares is BRUTIFUL story of sexual, verbal, emotional and spiritual abuse. His battle with alcoholism and his journey to sobriety.
HELLO BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS!! This episode is extremely educational! I sat and visited with one of my mentors Marsha McCallister. Marsha, is an LPC and trauma therapist. We talk about the effects of dealing with a narcissist. How EMDR and brain spotting can be used to heal trauma, and how we can make peace with our past and lay it to rest so we can live the rest of our lives in peace...AND SO MUCH MORE!
HELLO BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS! More laughter coming your way. In this Episode, I talk with my BEAUTIFUL quarantine bestie April Holland. We talk about how a dream brought our lives together, our BRUTIFUL quarantine experience, our alter egos (Mad & Hel) and her AMAZING journey of sobriety.
In this Episode #008, I got the privilege to talk, laugh and cut up with my long lost brother...BRIAN ORR! His wife Krista Orr was on Episode #005 and she shared their BRUTIFUL Love story. HOWEVER... there was a few gaps, details, KICKS TO THE CURB that needed to be filled in. Everyone has a love story, but hands down theirs is one of the BEST!!
In this episode I had the honor of sitting with my BEAUTIFUL girlfriend Michelle Mannies. Her story is BRUTIFUL beyond belief! Have you considered my servant Job? Words you'd never want to hear! Her heart couldn't deny what her Father spoke. And so it was, she lost it all. And when I say ALL, I'm mean ALL...BUT now on the back side of 50 it's all being restored. I have no doubt you will sit in awww as you listen to Michelle, JG & Me talk about her BRUTIFUL Life!
Hello Beautiful Friends! WOW..what can I say about this podcast #006...other then laughter is good like medicine. Can't take yourself so serious all the time, relax, unwind, chill, enjoy the moment and LAUGH. It was so fun to sit with these two and do just that J.p. Downing, JG & Me.
Hello Beautiful Friends! In this Episode IT'S KRISTA!!!! Almost every relationships will go through a separation of some sort #kickedtothecurb (ok maybe not 7) but...yea! “Kicked to the curb”, “On a Tuesday”, “Chickaroo”, “Know anyone single” and so much more!!
HELLO MY BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS In this EPIC episode Jeremy and I got the honor of sitting down with my Big Brother. Jon has been (still is) the hero of my heart my whole life AND I discovered I've lied about something for years!
On this episode my co-host Jeremy and I tell CrAZy BIRTHDAY stories, the patron St. Joseph of homes, my daddy and SO MUCH MORE!!
HELLO MY BEAUTIFUL FRIENDS! In this Episode, I had the honor to sit with Darcie Stephens and talk about her BRUTIFUL Story! How she battled for her husband has he battled alcoholism & addiction.
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