Prayer Clinic

In this conversation, Lisa Cooke shares her journey as a parent of a prodigal child, discussing the challenges and experiences that shaped her understanding of parenting, faith, and community perception. She reflects on her family's ministry background, the signs of struggle she initially overlooked, and the impact of mental health on her son's life. Lisa emphasizes the importance of prayer and maintaining a connection with God during difficult times, while also addressing the societal pressures faced by families in ministry. The discussion highlights the ongoing journey of parenting adult children and the need for compassion and understanding in the face of challenges. In this conversation, Lisa Cooke shares her journey as a parent of a prodigal child, discussing the struggles of control in faith, the transformation of prayer, and the importance of community support. She emphasizes the complexities of parenting, the impact on marital relationships, and the journey of hope and healing through faith and perseverance. Lisa Cooke and her son, Andrew's article Waiting for the Prodigal to Return

In this conversation, Phil Waldrep shares his insights on parenting prodigals, discussing the emotional burden parents face, the importance of unconditional love, and the necessity of tough love. He emphasizes the need for parents to overcome guilt and offers six principles to guide them through the challenges of raising children who stray from their faith. Phil also highlights the significance of suffering in the growth process and the balance between letting go and holding on to hope for their children's return to faith. www.philwaldrep.org Early Access to Perfecting the Art of Parenting Your Prodigal(s) HERE

In this episode of the Leighann McCoy Podcast, Leighann shares her journey of parenting prodigals, detailing the challenges and heartaches faced as her children made choices that diverged from their family's faith. She reflects on the picture-perfect life they once had, the turning point when her daughter Mikel made life-altering decisions, and the ongoing journey of healing and redemption. Leighann emphasizes the importance of community and support for parents navigating similar struggles and introduces an online course aimed at helping others in their parenting journey. We are giving you early access to the online course, Perfecting the Art of Parenting Your Prodigal. Follow this link here and type in the word PODCAST for 20% off https://www.leighannmccoy.com/papp-early-access

In this podcast you will meet Megan Jones. Megan is first a wife and mother; she's enjoying farm life, and they don't talk about it in the podcast but she and her husband have started Calvary Cattle Company where you can purchase beef from them! But she's on the podcast today because of HER podcast, As for My House. This is the place where Megan shares her love for Jesus, for God's Word and for women. Megan is passionate about discipleship, and a whole lot of fun. https://www.calvarycattleco.com/ https://open.spotify.com/show/2B9QtvQLpXG3nwedU5WwEs?si=FHYC2f4OS-mGPNkCJ_WTog&nd=1&dlsi=3ae9c06b5cac4034

Audra is a mom to 5 beautiful kids, 2 boys and 3 girls, and just last month she added a daughter in law. She's a teacher, an encourager, a cancer survivor, and a griever. Several years ago, I would have introduced Audra as a pastor's wife. But today, she is a pastor's widow. That's what she calls herself as she grieves honestly and faithFULLy on all her social media platforms in a way that is positive and Christ-honoring. Be sure to check out the Author Spotlight page for more info on Audra and a special gift from Leighann https://www.leighannmccoy.com/spotlight

In this week's podcast episode I'm sharing an interview with one of them, Heather Teague. Heather is just a year older than my eldest child, and I had the privilege of teaching her in what we Southern Baptists call GA's (Girls in Action). GA's is a great missions education program many of our churches still offer to young girls.I like to think that GA's had a big impact on Heather's life. Today she leads a ministry called His Heart for Africa in Jinja, Uganda. She is also starting her own podcast, Faith on Dirt Roads (https://www.faithondirtroads.com/). You will LOVE learning about her ministry and her passion for Jesus in our conversation.

In today's podcast you will meet Evelyn Sherwood. Evelyn is a pastor's wife from Indiana who has written two beautiful books specifically for people who need to be encouraged by the goodness of God when their lives might be falling apart. You're going to love hearing about what was going on in Evelyn's life that led her to create these books. Then, just for you we've created a link on Leighann's website where you can find a quick link to Evelyn's books and a surprise for you!

Fasting has been called the feast that frees. In this episode Leighann shares the spiritual benefit of fasting and reflections on her recent experience with a 40-day fast.

This is perhaps one of Leighann's most vulnerable episodes. She shares how she's making sense of her suffering, and how you can too!! Scripture you want to underline are these: Jeremiah 9:23-24 Romans 5:3-5

Join Leighann as she and Gayla Parker discuss how best to share the love of Jesus with people who are deconstructing their faith. Check out Gayla's book Active Compassion on Amazon

I met Casey in March 2024 at a webinar we were both invited to be a part of, hosted by Lifeway Christian Resources. I knew when we had our conversation on that webinar that I wanted to get to know Casey better. She is brilliant and I love this discussion we shared about deconstruction. I hope that it encourages you. Share this interview with anyone you know who is loving someone who is deconstructing their faith. Here are the resources she mentioned as well as information where you can get in touch with Casey. Casey Merrifield, PHD https://connextionworldwide.com/team/ https://doxaleaders.com/ The You Lead Webinar for Lifeway Christian Resources on Deconstruction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TiL6gALwRt4&t=1907s Stand to Reason, Greg Koukl --link to his online store:https://store.str.org/home "On the other side of every conversation is an image bearer." Here is an article that expands on this:https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/help-loved-one-deconstructing/

In this episode, Leighann reads a story of Mary from her book "Women Touched by Jesus." This concludes the Jesus' Spicy Grannies series. Check out the daily Bible reading that goes with this episode of Jesus' Spicy Grannies: Jesus' Spicy Grannies: Mary, Not a Granny You can download a FREE ebook that gives you prayer tips from our Spicy Grannies HERE!

Check out the daily Bible reading that goes with this episode of Jesus' Spicy Grannies: Jesus' Spicy Grannies Devotions: Bathsheba You can download a FREE ebook that gives you prayer tips from our Spicy Grannies HERE!

Well, she's not a prostitute and she didn't pretend to be one. But, she did sleep with her husband before she was married (but that's really all she did--SLEEP!). We're visiting with Ruth in this episode as we continue in our series on Jesus' Spicy Grannies.

While Tamar pretended to be a prostitute, Rahab was one!! What in the world?! Join us as we spend a little time with Rahab and discover why on earth Matthew named her in Jesus' genealoty.

Read Tamar's story in Genesis 38 Article explaining why the story of Judah and Tamar is included in the Bible, https://www.bibles.net/genesis-38-why-judah-and-tamar/ Go to leighannmccoy.com. to find a daily devotional guide to accompany the podcasts in Jesus' Spicy Grannies season.

I'm back! And for Christmas I thought it might be fun to take a deep dive into the stories of Jesus' Spicy Grannies! Just the fact that Matthew included these women in Jesus' Genealogy was radical enough, but when we uncover their stories...OH MY!! This is the introduction to our series. And much of the content I'm sharing came from this article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/matthew-begin-genealogy/

As we take a deep dive into Genesis 3, we see how Satan charms us to give him access to our lives. And although our disobedience results in consequences far out of our control. God has made a way for us to be redeemed through His Son, Jesus. If you'd like to participate in the Bible study that goes along with these episodes you can download this week's notes here: ⁠ Eve: Charm'd by Forbidden Fruit⁠

During this 6 part series of podcasts, we are going to discover that the world has absolutely nothing that can even begin to compare with what God has for us. By studying the examples of women in the Bible we will learn to recognize the deceptive “charms” that the devil dangles in front of us and then develop spiritual disciplines that will enable us to hold out for God's best. My prayer is that we will take action steps that will trigger a change in our cravings. And rather than be driven by the desires of the flesh, we will learn to be satisfied with the wisdom, power, love and plans of God. Then, as we exchange the counterfeit for what is real…we will add insult to injury as we battle against Satan's attacks and take the very things that he charm'd us with—and allow God to redeem those things so that they become opportunities for our lives to SHINE for others. ⁠ For a listening guide and Bible study companion click here.⁠

In this episode Leighann shares some "behind the scenes" reflections on her (and her husband Tom's) recent transition out of 35 years as senior pastor and wife at Thompson Station Church. Learn about her exciting new ministry adventure at Hope4America.us and hear about Charm'd, the new series coming up on the Leighann McCoy podcast.

Leighann never set out to learn so much about deconstruction but when her own daughter began the tumultuous journey, she was motivated to dig deep in hopes of reconnecting with her. On this episode (that completes our series on deconstruction), Leighann's daughter, Selah Standish share her candid response to Leighann's previous 3 episodes. Selah and Leighann are starting a new podcast together where they will go much deeper into this conversation. The are calling their new podcast, Love works! HARD!! Stay tuned for the premier of this podcast soon. The book Leighann mentions in this podcast is ⁠⁠The Great Dechurching, Who's leaving, Why are They Going? and What Will It Take to Bring Them Back?

In this final episode of the 3-part series where Leighann discusses deconstruction, she shares how loving a person who's deconstructing their faith affects you. This episode is for the parent, friend, sibling, spouse or other person who used to share the Christian faith with someone who is deconstructing their faith. Books mentioned are: A Visual Guide to the Bible: Seeing and Knowing God's Word by Tim Challies and Josh Byers

I know we can't really even begin to get inside the mind and heart of another person, especially one that we disagree with--but, with enough research we can gain insight into what they might be thinking and feeling. In this episode Leighann shares what might be going on inside the people you love who are deconstructing their faith. This is part 2 of our 3 part series on deconstruction. As a reminder, I postponed the publishing of this series until now (February rather than November). As it turns out, this series is a great segway into the exciting new podcast my daughter Kaleigh/Selah and I are doing together called "Love works. (HARD)" She and I are preparing to launch this new podcast together where we will share what we've learned throughout the tumultuous journey her deconstruction has taken us on. That's not all we're going to talk about, but it is going to be our starting point. If you know people who are in the deconstruction process, and/or parents and other family members they are leaving in their wake please share these episodes with them and invite them to join us when we launch our new podcast, "Love works! (HARD)."

In this episode Leighann shares 5 cultural realities that impact deconstruction; then tells you the two reasons people choose to deconstruct their faith; and what we can do in response to them. This episode isn't for the person deconstructing their faith but rather for the person who loves them. This is part 1 of a 3 part series.

We wrap up our conversation with Mikel and Kaleigh in this episode. The girls give pastors and their wives some great advice and encouragement and then they share what they would tell their younger selves and what they want to say to other PKs. We had such a good time recording these episodes that we will probably have some more conversations in the future. ENJOY!

In this episode Mikel and Kaleigh give ministry parents advice on how to create safe space for their children to process and develop their own faith in the messy middle of the ministry home.

In this episode Mikel and Kaleigh continue sharing their experiences of growing up in the ministry. Their honest reflections present a challenge to the church. Let's take Jesus' words to heart when He exhorted us to love each other well, don't forget that He said the world would know we are His disciples by how we love one another.

As a pastor's wife and mother of PK's I have often wondered at the unique blessings and challenges the life of ministry creates for us and our children. In this season when the church is being challenged, it's good to hear from those whose lives have been most affected by it. Leighann has invited her daughters Mikel and Kaleigh to share their reflections of what it was like growing up PKs.

On this podcast my mom talks about a lot of things—mostly prayer but also spiritual warfare, parenting us, her adult kids —even though we might not need it as much as she thinks we do, she also shares what it's like be a “church lady” in an increasingly post-Christian world. And don't get me started on church ladies! This is the place where mom admits that she contemplates things that are too wonderful to comprehend and where she shares interviews with people whose lives have greatly influenced hers. Just wait til you hear the interviews she did with my sister and me! Mostly she wants to remind us that no matter what we're going through, “God's Got This!” I 'm Mikel McCoy and this is my mom's podcast.

In our final episode of the advent series Leighann shares her reflections on the love of God demonstrated in the perfect gift of Jesus. It's our prayer that you and your family take some time to worship Him as you celebrate the love you share this Christmas.

This is week 3 of advent and we light the pink candle. In this podcast Leighann shares her thoughts on JOY and how its anchored in the steadfastness of God's power and love.

When Jesus died to save us, He gave us 2 kinds of peace. This week of the advent, as we focus on our Prince of peace, we will discuss both our peace with God, and the peace of God that are ours to experience. Content in this podcast came from these places: ⁠ Pause to Find Peace ⁠ ⁠ Peace Like a River

We are celebrating the advent this Christmas season, and this week's word if HOPE. In this podcast you will learn that when we put our hope in God we will not be disappointed. For a devotion you can share with your family, go to my blog post on either of my websites: www.prayerclinic.com or www.leighannmccoy.com

For some people the holidays are not the most wonderful time of the year. Instead they are the most dreaded. Leighann offers hope, encouragement, compassion and practical tips for you if you're dreading the holidays this year.

In this episode, Leighann is sharing an article she found online that offers interesting insight into the popularity of deconstruction in our culture today. The essence of the article is found in this statement: "So before you file divorce papers from the Christianity of your youth, know that doing so is in no way countercultural. Like marital divorce, it's thoroughly acceptable and common. I want to suggest that the far more radical—and truly countercultural—choice isn't to abandon Christian faith because it is maddening, difficult, and out of step with the contemporary zeitgeist. The radical choice is to keep the faith." The article is written by Brett McKraken and is available on the Gospel Coalition website: ⁠Deconversion is Not as Countercultural as You Think⁠. Learn more about the class Tom and Leighann will be teaching this fall at Thompson Station Church ⁠HERE. ⁠ And learn more about Leighann's foundational study on prayer, ⁠Teach My Heart to Pray⁠ Let us help you mobilize your church to pray! Visit www.prayerclinic.com to learn more.

In this episode, Leighann shares how shirking personal responsibility seemingly shrinks free will. The devil wants people to consider themselves at the mercy of powers beyond their control so that he can keep them in bondage. Listen to how he subtly deceives people into thinking they don't have the power God's given them to make their own decisions. As always share this podcast with anyone who might benefit from hearing it. Check out Leighann's blog post here: https://www.leighannmccoy.com/blog/why-it-s-important-to-take-responbility-for-the-choices-we-make-and-why-we-don-t-want-to

Have you ever tried to bind the devil in Jesus' Name and nothing happened? Have you wondered what it means to exercise spiritual authority when you pray? In this episode Leighann launches from a message by Tony Evans that explains what Jesus meant in Matthew 16 and 18 when He challenged us by saying that "whatever" we bind and loose on earth will be bound and loosed in heaven. After you listen to this podcast, share it with a friend and then go listen to Tony Evan's sermon. Check out my facebook pages at https://www.facebook.com/LeighannMcCoyPrayAllTheWay Scroll down and find Tony Evans' sermon on Binding and Loosing Or click here to watch his message: The Authority of Binding and Loosing Here is a link to the article about the "Gates of Hell" in Caesarea Philippi Learn how you can start a Prayer Clinic ministry at your church by visiting www.prayerclinic.com

In this episode we find out what causes people to deconstruct their faith, and why deconstruction is actually a good thing. Leighann explains how deconstruction is different than demolition and then gives you 4 great words of advice regarding how best to genuinely love your people if they are deconstructing their faith-- while also clinging tenaciously with the LORD as He holds you fast to your own. Sign up to attend Lifeway's Women's Leadership Forum, November 9-10, 2023 HERE! Articles I quoted from in this episode: "Christians Need a Healthier Approach to Deconstruction" “How Do Children Make Their Faith Their Own?” “How to Respond to Faith Deconstruction.”

In this episode Leighann takes a deep dive to define deconstruction, then comes up for air where she shares 3 things you can do if you are loving someone who is deconstructing their faith. Share this episode with anyone you know who needs to be encouraged to rest in the "eye of the storm" that deconstruction creates. Learn more about Lifeway's Leadership Forum in Nashville by clicking here: Lifeway Women's Leadership Forum Check out these articles: "What Does Deconstruction Even Mean?" John Dickson on "Bullies and Saints, an Honest Look at the Good and Evil of Christian History" Here's a link to Christian Book Distributors where you can order John's book: Bullies and Saints, An Honest Look at the Good and Evil of Christian History.

Want to know what only God can do? He's alive and well in Las Vegas, NV as He has planted another thriving church that's going to be instrumental in advancing God's Kingdom in all of Las Vegas and the rest of Nevada. Your faith will be fueled as you listen to this conversation between Leighann and Tom, with Steve and Nikki Witt at their home in Henderson, NV. The book Steve mentioned is Old Paths, New Power by Daniel Henderson. CLICK HERE to purchase a copy for yourself. Go to www.prayerclinic.com to learn more about the Prayer Clinic ministry

God doesn't always deliver what we ask for in prayer but He does always answer us when we pray. In this episode Leighann discusses how to embrace a right perspective in prayer. Using Job as an example, Leighann challenges you to let God take you on the adventure of intimacy with Him, not in spite of the hard times, but rather especially through the hard times. You can purchase your copy of the Pray Right study at https://www.leighannmccoy.com/store Learn more about the Prayer Clinic ministry and order resources to offer Leighann's 4 session course on prayer called Teach My Heart to Pray at www.prayerclinic.com

In this episode Leighann speaks briefly about the media coverage related to the SBC and women, then shares a great big tragedy that happened Monday night in her backyard, and a bit about what she's doing right now at her "laughing place" in the NC mountains. If you're struggling to find the good in your current circumstances this episode is for you. You can purchase A Woman's Guide to Hearing God's Voice here.

In this episode Leighann reflects on her own call to ministry and journey of living out her calling as a woman and pastor's wife in the Southern Baptist world. She's responding to the actions of the SBC in New Orleans, 2023. If you are woman in ministry, a pastor's wife, or someone who just wants to understand "what in the world is going on" you will enjoy this podcast. ⁠ https://www.christianheadlines.com/contributors/milton-quintanilla/nearly-500000-members-left-the-sbc-in-2022.html ⁠ ⁠ https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/sbc-life-articles/sbc-and-women-pastors/ ⁠ ⁠https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/2023/06/14/southern-baptists-rick-warren-vote/ ⁠ ⁠http://www.ethicsandculture.com/blog/2020/can-southern-baptists-use-creeds ⁠

Rhonda has been my friend for many years, and we've reconnected through her frequent visits to Tennessee. In this conversation, Rhonda shares the story of her firstborn, daughter, Lacy who died at 30 years old after a struggle with opioid addiction. Through the tragic loss of her daughter, Rhonda has learned what it means to really trust God. She challenges us to give up the control we think we have to the One and Only who truly knows what is best and how to accomplish it. Share this episode with anyone you know who's lost a child; and with friends and family members who may be dealing with the disease of addiction. You can find Rhonda's book Remarkable You; Revisiting Love, Regrets, and Celebrations on Amazon HERE. Learn more about Hope is Alive Ministries at their website here: www.hopeisalive.net https://www.facebook.com/groups/hiahopeafterloss Finding Sobriety on a Mountaintop The Phoenix The Phoenix is another ministry Rhonda mentioned was where the only cost to participants is 48 hours sober. Their mission to help people stay sober in community with each other. "If you're in recovery from substance use disorder and have the desire to live sober, we will help you find strength and a new community of friends to support your journey." I took notes because Rhonda was saying so many great things; here are some of them: "Get up, dress up, show up!" Advice given by another grieving parent. "Satan wants to keep you in bed." "Be in agreement with Me." What Rhonda heard God say to her while standing in the yard outside her daughter's apartment the morning she discovered she had died. "People need to go to heaven and we need to help them get there." That's all the really matters here. "People are so full of nonsense! Stop worrying about all the other stuff."

One of God's best ways of blessing us is by connecting our hearts with kindred spirits. That's exactly what God did for Leighann the week after Mother's Day when she and Tom spent a few days with their friends John and Tammy Murphy. It was after several good long walks that we decided that we had some good things to share with you! This podcast is filled with great advice related to caring for aging parents, loving our husbands well and learning to be good parents of our adult "children." If you have a friend you'd love to take a walk with, share this podcast with her. :) You Version is the Bible app we talked about. Sign up for retreats we are hosting at my "laughing place" in the NC mountains by going to: www.leighannmccoy.com/private-retreats

In this episode Leighann shares how the world of Elijah (ancient Israel) compares to the culture we're living in today. She will read excerpts from Jonathan Cahn's book Return of the Gods as she shares how Cahn explains that the chaos and confusion we are dealing with today are related to the return of the ancient dark powers of Baal, Ashtoreth and Molech. This episode is not for children. Return of the Gods by Jonathan Cahn Gods and Kings by Lynn Austin www.prayerclinic.com www.leighannmccoy.com

In this episode Leighann shares her final insight into the prayer life of Elijah inspired by her Mother's Day message at Thompson Station Church, 2023. Listeners will go on a journey through Elijah's prayer life and be encouraged that he was a man just like us who prayed fervently and God answered. This is a great episode to share with anyone who might find themselves stuck between the last great thing God did and the promise He's given them. Pray Until Something Happens! And know that something's gonna happen! You will find the books Leighann recommends at the conclusion of this podcast (and others) here: https://www.leighannmccoy.com/store

In this episode, Leighann tells the story of Elijah and the widow from I Kings 17. By putting herself into the widow's sandals, Leighann reminds us that God is never offended by our honest "what the heck?!" prayers. This episode is part of 3 that give a bit more depth to the message Leighann shared at Thompson Station Church on Mother's Day, May 14, 2023.

In this podcast Leighann discusses God's irresistible grace and its' impact on salvation with Rick Nelson, Ph.D.. Rick studied the methodology of evangelism extensively, and has come to the conclusion that we bring nothing more than our desperate need for Jesus to the place where we are saved. You don't want to miss him sharing his own conversion experience that happened when he was the pastor of his 3rd church. Check out Leighann's blogs: Is God's Grace Irresistible? And Is God's Grace Resistible? that inspired this conversation. You might also enjoy Do My Prayers Change People's Lives?

In this podcast, Leighann and Chuck candidly talked about prayer, spiritual warfare and the battle to believe, especially as related to praying for and loving people who are lost or who have lost their way. You are going to love Chuck's transparency and his simple, yet profound definitions of spiritual warfare and prayer. You can learn more about Chuck and his ministry at www.chucklawless.com Be sure to go there and sign up for his daily devotions and blog post emails. These are GREAT resources! Get your copy of his book, Spiritual Warfare in the Storyline of Scripture Look for Victory Over the Enemy coming this summer.

Today's podcast is specifically for this week we call holy. During lent this year Leighann's been reading a devotion daily on social media from her book Meet Me at the Manger and I'll Lead You to the Cross, 100 Daily Devotions from Christmas to Easter. This week, listeners have walked in the footsteps of the people who were part of Jesus' death and resurrection. The Fragrance of Holy Anointing goes right along with that journey. Learn more about a trip to Israel with Pastor Tom and Leighann, February 16-26, 2024 at www.leighannmccoy.com Get your copy of Meet Me at the Manger and I'll Lead You to the Cross, 100 Daily Devotions from Christmas to Easter for Women HERE. Scripture quoted in this podcast: 1 Samuel 16:13 John 12:1-3, 12-13 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 (AMP)