The Love Offering Podcast Show Notes Archives

When You Can’t See What God Is Growing

Sep 1, 2026

In this episode of The Love Offering Podcast, Rachael Adams talks with her dear friend Nicole Jacobsmeyer, author of Something Good Will Grow, about trusting God when life feels dark and painful. Drawing from her experiences with cancer, miscarriage, clinical depression, rejection, and abuse, Nicole shares how God cultivates deep roots and hidden faithfulness in seasons when we cannot see what He is doing. Together, they discuss redefining blessing, bringing our doubts honestly before God, waiting on unanswered prayers, taking small steps toward healing, and loving others without offering easy answers. This hope-filled conversation reminds us that suffering does not mean God has abandoned us—and that something good may already be growing beneath the surface.

You’re Not Just Hanging On—You’re Being Held

Aug 25, 2026

After the unexpected loss of her daughter Annie in 2023, Cheri Fletcher discovered that grief may rewrite our stories, but it does not change our identity or eternal purpose. In this tender conversation, Cheri shares how she has recognized God’s presence and intentional care throughout her grief, learned to hold joy and sorrow at the same time, and found comfort in knowing that she is not simply hanging on—she is being held. She also offers compassionate, practical guidance for supporting someone who is grieving, reminding us that we do not need perfect words to show love; sometimes a simple acknowledgment, a listening ear, or a heartfelt “I’m so sorry” is enough.

Stop Striving and Start Keeping Company with Jesus

Aug 18, 2026

Do you ever feel as though your relationship with Jesus has become another obligation to fulfill? In this episode of The Love Offering Podcast, Rachael talks with author and speaker Christine Hoy about her book, Keeping Company with Jesus: Finding Peace in His Presence. Christine shares how women can exchange perfectionism for peace, performance for presence, and spiritual striving for a gentler, more intimate relationship with Jesus. Through the imagery of the vine and branches in John 15, practical rhythms of abiding, and her REST framework—release, embrace, surrender, and transform—Christine reminds us that Jesus isn’t asking us to work harder to earn His love. He is inviting us to remain with Him, receive His grace, and love others from the overflow of His presence.

When Mothering Is Hard and No One Sees

Aug 11, 2026

In this heartfelt conversation, Rachael welcomes Shalene Roberts, author of When Mothering Is Hard and No One Sees, to discuss the sacred significance of motherhood’s unseen moments. Shalene shares how God met her during an overwhelming season with the story of Hagar and the comforting truth that He is El Roi—the God who sees. Together, they explore finding our worth beyond visible accomplishments, planting seeds that may bear fruit for generations, inviting Christ into the gritty work of everyday life, and holding our children with open hands as they grow. Whether you are raising children, launching them into adulthood, or mentoring the next generation, this episode will remind you that God sees every act of love—and none of your faithful work is wasted.

When the Battle Feels Too Heavy: Learning to Pray Through Life’s Hardest Seasons

Aug 4, 2026

In this episode of The Love Offering Podcast, Rachael Adams welcomes author, speaker, and Bible teacher Rachel Wojo to discuss her devotional, Praying Through Life’s Battles. Drawing from the life and loss of her daughter, Taylor, Rachel shares how prayer sustains us through grief, uncertainty, unanswered questions, and spiritual battles. Together, they explore why prayer is about relationship rather than simply receiving answers, how remembering God’s faithfulness helps us resist the enemy’s lies, and practical ways to remain grounded in Scripture when our minds and hearts feel overwhelmed. This conversation will encourage you to pray with perseverance, rest in Christ’s victory, and remember that whatever you are facing, you are not alone—the battle belongs to the Lord.

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