Hey, friend!

Welcome to Heart Check, a supplemental reflection series where we pause, dig deeper, and apply the truths from our latest God's Power Stories episode to your own life. I’m the host of God’s Power Stories, Anna Moore Bradfield.

In this Heart Check, we're exploring God's unconditional love from Episode 048. Join me along with co-host Lisa Bosse as we have an honest conversation about conditional versus unconditional love, toxic relationships, and the healing power of knowing you're already enough.

We'll discuss:

• Recognizing when we're trying to earn love that's already ours
• How God's unconditional love changes everything
• Breaking free from conditional love patterns in relationships

Let’s get to it!

Mentions:

• Romans 8:38-39 (NIV)
• The story of Mary and Martha
• Psalm 46:10 (NIV)

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Hey, friend.

Have you ever asked someone, "When will I be enough for you?" In this vulnerable episode of God's Power Stories, I share one of the most painful periods of my life, being in a relationship with someone struggling with sexual addiction and pornography.

Through raw honesty, I reveal how I wrestled with feelings of rejection, unworthiness, and confusion while trying to navigate a toxic relationship as a Christian. You'll discover the transformative power of unconditional love when I finally found the courage to confide in my sister, and how her Christ-like response became a turning point in my healing journey.

Key topics include:

• Recognizing conditional vs unconditional love
• Breaking free from toxic relationships
• Finding trusted people to share your struggles with
• Dealing with sexual addiction in relationships
• Christian perspectives on love and forgiveness
• Setting healthy boundaries
• The healing power of vulnerability and truth-telling

If you've ever felt unloved, rejected, or not enough, this episode offers hope and practical steps toward finding the unconditional love God has for you. Join me for this honest conversation about love, healing, and the courage to seek help.

This is part one of a series exploring these themes - stay tuned for more episodes on this journey of healing and discovery.

May you connect with the ultimate Source of unconditional love in your own walk today, my friend.

Always, Anna

CTAs

• In addition to the podcast, join the community at AnnaMooreBradfield.com
• Secure your copy of Legacy, book one of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Secure your copy of Lunacy, book two of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Follow me on Instagram: anna.moore.bradfield
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Hey, friend!

• God's perfect timing, even in tragedy.
• Finding hope and purpose after devastating loss.
• The difference between being lonely and being alone.
• Practical insights on grieving with faith.
• How to "unpack" memories and move forward, without wasting God's gifts.
• The power of resting in God's presence rather than striving in our own efforts

May you hear God calling your name today, my friend.

Always, Anna

Mentions:

• ILNC - Indian Lake Nazarene Camp
• Sciatica
• Stage IV Melanoma
• Leukemia
• Give Me Faith
• The Stand
• Blood Mountain
• My Utmost for His Highest

CTAs

• In addition to the podcast, join the community at AnnaMooreBradfield.com
• Secure your copy of Legacy, book one of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Secure your copy of Lunacy, book two of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Follow me on Instagram: anna.moore.bradfield
• Follow me on Facebook: anna.moore.bradfield.author

Hello, friend!

I've been wondering something...what do you do when life hands you news that completely upends your plans? News that shakes you? In this deeply moving episode, I interview Kelly Hall, host of the Unshakeable Hope podcast and mother of four children, three of whom are profoundly deaf.

Kelly shares her raw, honest journey from the devastating moment of her first daughter's diagnosis through raising twins who were also born deaf. You'll hear how God met her in a pizza restaurant the day she received the first diagnosis, how He orchestrated a phone call during her loneliest moment, and how He prepared her heart for this path when she was just 14 years old.

This episode offers both practical wisdom for those walking through unexpected hardship and guidance for those supporting loved ones in crisis. Kelly provides:

• Five specific ways to process life-altering news.
• Five steps you can take to truly support someone in pain.

Kelly's story demonstrates that our deepest grief can become the doorway to experiencing God's faithfulness in profound ways.

Whether you're facing your own unexpected challenge or supporting someone who is, Kelly's story will remind you that God goes before us into every difficult place, and no pain in His hands is ever wasted.

Maybe you experience God's peace in the midst of your life-shaking news today, my friend.

Always, Anna

Mentions:

• Listen in on Kelly's podcast, Unshakable Hope.
• Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
• The Story of Joseph (NIV)
• Joni Eareckson Tada
• Romans 8:28 (NIV)
• John 9:1-3 (NIV)
• Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV)
• John 14:27 (NIV)
• Fort Leavenworth
• MOPS
• Isaiah 41:10 (NIV)

CTAs

• In addition to the podcast, join the community at AnnaMooreBradfield.com
• Secure your copy of Legacy, book one of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Secure your copy of Lunacy, book two of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Follow me on Instagram: anna.moore.bradfield
• Follow me on Facebook: anna.moore.bradfield.author

Hey, friend.

Robyn's story is one of radical transformation, from Playboy bunny to beloved Christian speaker. Yet it's so much more than a simple before and after testimony. Robyn opens up about the dangerous lie many of us believe: that if we just follow the rules and be good church girls, nothing bad will ever happen to us. Robyn learned the hard way that trials come to everyone. Then she discovered something beautiful:

• God doesn't waste our pain
• It's never too late for a fresh start.

Whether you're struggling with shame from your past, feeling like you've wandered too far from God's will, or believing the lie that you're just getting what you deserve, Robyn's wisdom will challenge you to see your story through God's eyes. She shares practical insights about the power of testimony, the importance of community during difficult seasons, and why vulnerability isn't weakness but, rather, the pathway to helping others find hope.

May you find the courage today to reach out to the body of Christ in your hour of need, sweet friend.

Always, Anna

Mentions:

• I Corinthians 10:13 (NIV)
• Matthew 28:19 (NIV)
• The parable of the Prodigal Son (NIV)
• Robyn's Christian Speakers Community

CTAs

• In addition to the podcast, join the community at AnnaMooreBradfield.com
• Secure your copy of Legacy, book one of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Secure your copy of Lunacy, book two of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Follow me on Instagram: anna.moore.bradfield
• Follow me on Facebook: anna.moore.bradfield.author

Hey, friend!

In today's episode of God's Power Stories, I want to introduce you to our pastor, Aaron Spratling, by sharing with you an excerpt from one of his recent messages.

Discover how God's presence transforms anxiety into peace through an incredible true story. Here, Aaron shares life-changing insights from Philippians 4:4-7 about overcoming worry, fear, and anxious thoughts.

Aaron explores practical biblical strategies for managing anxiety, including the power of prayer, petition, and thanksgiving when life feels overwhelming. Learn why turning to God instead of Google searches, social media scrolling, or endless news consumption can bring supernatural peace that transcends understanding.

This episode features Aaron's personal testimony of his cancer journey and a divine encounter with a doctor who was with him throughout his entire hospital stay. Discover how God's presence shows up in unexpected ways during our most challenging seasons.

This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with anxiety, worry, depression, or seeking God's peace in difficult times. This Christian testimony will encourage your faith and remind you that Immanuel is truly with us.

Be blessed today, my friend.

Always, Anna

Mentions:

• Make sure to watch the video of this episode if you want to get the benefit of all the visuals.
• Philippians 4:4-7 (NIV)

CTAs

• In addition to the podcast, join the community at AnnaMooreBradfield.com
• Secure your copy of Legacy, book one of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Secure your copy of Lunacy, book two of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Follow me on Instagram: anna.moore.bradfield
• Follow me on Facebook: anna.moore.bradfield.author

Hey friend! Thanks for joining us for this episode of God's Power Stories, where I delve into the spiritual practice of fasting. Explore how fasting serves as a tool for reflection and personal growth, allowing you to re-evaluate life with fresh eyes and align yourself closer to God's plan.

Through engaging storytelling and personal anecdotes, including tales of our adorable and mischievous Aussie Poo puppy, Blue, I illustrate the challenges of self-control and the irony of slowing down through fasting to gain clarity and strength.

Discover the profound impacts fasting can have on your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Gather practical tips on how to approach a fast as well as come out of a fast with sincerity and accountability.

May you find a closeness with God that will blow your mind as you approach your next fast.

Always, Anna

Mentions:

• Make sure to watch the video of this episode if you want to get the benefit of all the visuals.
• Matthew 6:16-18 (NIV)
• Luke 9:23-24 (NIV)
• I Corinthians 6:19 (NIV)

CTAs

• In addition to the podcast, join the community at AnnaMooreBradfield.com
• Secure your copy of Legacy, book one of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Secure your copy of Lunacy, book two of my biblical fiction series The Lambswool Chronicles
• Follow me on Instagram: anna.moore.bradfield
• Follow me on Facebook: anna.moore.bradfield.author