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The Love Offering Podcast Show Notes
Breaking Free From Insecurity: A Conversation with Sharon Hodde Miller

Breaking Free From Insecurity: A Conversation with Sharon Hodde Miller

In this episode of the Love Offering Podcast, host Rachael Adams welcomes Sharon Hodde Miller, a pastor and author, to discuss her new devotional, ‘Gazing at God.’ The conversation explores themes of self-preoccupation, insecurity, and the importance of focusing on God rather than oneself. Sharon shares insights from her previous book, ‘Free of Me,’ and emphasizes the need for healing from emotional wounds that lead to self-focus. The discussion also explores parenting, church leadership, and the journey of discovering one’s true self in relation to God’s purpose. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to shift their gaze from self to God, fostering a deeper love for Him and others.

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Receiving and Reflecting God’s Love: A Conversation with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere

Receiving and Reflecting God’s Love: A Conversation with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere

In this episode of the Love Offering Podcast, host Rachael Adams welcomes Bill and Kristi Galtier, co-founders of Soul Shepherding and authors of the book ‘Deeply Loved.’ They discuss the importance of empathy in understanding God’s love and how to cultivate deeper relationships. The conversation explores personal stories of feeling loved, the definition of true empathy, and practical tools for applying empathy in everyday life. The Gaultiers share insights on the four A’s of empathy, the role of the Holy Spirit, and how to avoid burnout while caring for others. This episode encourages listeners to embrace God’s love and extend it to others through empathetic relationships.

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Finding Healing After Loss with Angela Correll

Finding Healing After Loss with Angela Correll

What does it mean to be restored—body, mind, and soul? Author Angela Correll joins me on The Love Offering Podcast to share her memoir Restored in Tuscany. Through grief, beauty, and faith, Angela discovered God’s healing presence in the most unexpected places. May her story inspire you to find restoration in your own journey. 

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How to Be (Un)Successful: A Conversation with Pete Portal

How to Be (Un)Successful: A Conversation with Pete Portal

In this episode, Rachael Adams welcomes Pete Portal, who shares his journey from London to Cape Town, where he leads the Tree of Life, a 24/7 prayer community. Pete discusses his transition from a career in children’s television to a life dedicated to mission and justice in Manenberg, a community facing challenges like gang violence and poverty. He reflects on the concept of success, challenging societal norms by emphasizing depth over volume and love over efficiency. Pete’s insights into faith, community, and redefining success offer a refreshing perspective on living a life aligned with one’s values and purpose.

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God’s Design for Female Friendships: A Conversation with Natalie Runion

God’s Design for Female Friendships: A Conversation with Natalie Runion

Have you ever wrestled with the tension of female friendships? One day it feels like a refuge, the next like a rivalry. Too often, even in the Church, women can struggle to truly trust—or even like—other women. That’s why I was so excited to sit down with bestselling author Natalie Runion to talk about her new book, I Don’t Even Like Women. In it, Natalie flips the script on the narratives that keep us divided and reminds us that God designed friendships with other women to be life-giving, healing, and deeply purposeful.

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