Beauty in the Brokenness- Christian Women (Bible Study, Faith, Sexuality, Freedom from Shame)
Welcome to Beauty in the Brokenness—where we have honest conversations about the Bible, our real-life struggles, and the hope God brings for healing. This podcast is hosted by Teresa Whiting, an author, Bible teacher, and trauma-informed life coach, but mostly, a friend and fellow struggler. No matter who you are, or where you’ve been, you're invited to encounter the God of rescue, redemption, and restoration—The God who is still creating beauty— right in the midst of your brokenness. To learn more visit: https://teresawhiting.com/listen
Episodes
139 episodes
Is My Story Too Messy for God to Redeem?
Sign up for the Graced CohortListen in for: • Why I'm leading this cohort now• Who this is for (and why your story isn’t too messy)...
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Episode 135
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15:52
Help & Hope for Women in Destructive Marriages with Leslie Vernick (SEEN SERIES)
We are picking up right where we left off last week with Leslie Vernick. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, you can find it here. What if forgiveness ...
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Episode 134
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29:58
Does God Really Hate Divorce? with Leslie Vernick (SEEN SERIES)
Silence should never be the price of peace. Today we sit down with speaker, author, counselor, and relationship coach Leslie Vernick to talk about becoming God centered instead of husband centered, the kindness of consequences, and the power of...
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Episode 133
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29:00
Psalm 63: A Lifeline for Anxious Nights (SEEN SERIES)
Today I share one of my favorite Psalms of all time. During a painful season of my life, Psalm 63 became my lifeline. It helped calm my anxiety. It reminded me of God’s nearness. It brought about praise, despite pain.As we walk through t...
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Episode 132
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27:42
When Dreams Fall Apart with Jennifer Lucy Tyler (SEEN SERIES)
This week, I speak with Jennifer Lucy Tyler about God’s power and presence in our lives in the midst of unanswered prayer. We talk about Leah’s story, Jennifer’s story, and the reality of the goodness of God in our waiting.
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Episode 131
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30:48
Dear Church, Therapy Isn’t Heresy with Kristin Smith (SEEN SERIES)
What if the path to healing isn’t either the Bible or therapy—but both together? In this episode, Teresa sits down with Kristin Smith of Pure Desire to talk about how faith and mental health can work hand in hand to hea...
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Episode 130
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43:15
Trades of Hope with Gretchen Huijskens (SEEN SERIES)
Today we sit down with Gretchen Huijskens, founder of Trades of Hope, to trace her journey from orphan care in Haiti to fair trade job creation that keeps families together. Stories from Haiti, India, and Uganda show how dignified work restores...
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Episode 129
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47:51
Maybe This Time... Leah's Story (SEEN SERIES)
Leah’s story is one of heartbreak, hope, and redemption. Overlooked and unloved, she longed to be chosen—but God saw her, heard her cries, and wove her into His redemptive plan. If you’ve ever felt forgotten or rejected, this episode will remin...
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Episode 128
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33:58
Why Is It So Hard to Believe God Loves Me? with Glenna Marshall (SEEN SERIES)
What if the most life-changing truth isn’t simply that God loves people, but that God knows and loves you? He knows every thought, every word, every action—and still pursues you with steadfast love. That’s the heartbeat of our conversa...
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Episode 127
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43:03
Your Wilderness Is Not a Waste with Dustin Crowe (SEEN SERIES)
Tired of waiting for God to answer your prayers? Pastor Dustin Crowe and Teresa Whiting explore how hardships can lead to spiritual growth, deeper faith, and a clearer understanding of God’s purpose. Whether you’re walking through a...
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Episode 126
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39:12
Finding Your Worth When You Feel Overlooked with Whitney Akin (SEEN SERIES)
On today’s episode, Whitney Akin shares her beautiful heart for serving women and her lifelong struggle with living seen. Through the story of Hagar and other biblical characters, Whitney has discovered the relentless heart of God in pursuit of...
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Episode 125
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The God Who Sees: Hagar's Story (SEEN SERIES)
Have you ever felt discarded, rejected, or utterly forgotten? The story of Hagar speaks directly to that experience with a message of hope. Hagar's journey from rejected slave to personally encountered by God reveals a powerful truth: whe...
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Episode 124
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25:28
How Beauty Can Be the Start of Your Story with Curt Thompson, MD - Part 2 (SEEN SERIES)
What if your story doesn't begin with brokenness, but with beauty? Curt Thompson, MD returns to challenge our fundamental understanding of the gospel narrative, reminding us that Genesis 1 - not Genesis 3 - is where our story truly begins...
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Episode 123
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28:32
Wired For Connection: The Psychology Behind Our Need To Be Seen with Curt Thompson, MD - Part 1 (SEEN SERIES)
The human heart carries a longing to be truly seen and known. In this conversation with psychiatrist Curt Thompson, MD, we explore this universal yearning not as a weakness or flaw, but as the very cornerstone of our humanity. Whether you...
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Episode 122
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34:06
Seen: Connecting with God & Others When You Feel Invisible (SEEN SERIES)
Do you ever feel invisible or overlooked? In this episode, we explore biblical stories of women who felt unseen and discover how God actively pursues those society forgets. Teresa introduces her Seen series and unpacks how you can connect w...
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Episode 121
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25:58
Why Beauty in the Brokenness? New Name. Same Heart.
Teresa Whiting unveils the podcast's new name, Beauty in the Brokenness, reflecting her 11-year passion for finding God's beauty in the midst of pain. She shares her journey of letting fear hold her back from embracing this message and how she'...
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A Summer Blessing For You
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22:15
5 Important Things I Want to Tell You
An honest convo about what's on Teresa's heart these days:• Finding our identity• Lament (yet again)• The significance of our small lives• The power (and pain) of pruning• Why I'm taking a “summer sabbath”• Bonus journal...
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Episode 118
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27:48
When Mother's day is Hard
Get the PDF of Amy Young's The Wide Spectrum of MotheringHow do you feel about Mother's Day?I have always been part of churches that sought to celebrate mothers....
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Episode 117
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22:53
The Courage to Heal with Jody Allen - Part 2 (SEXUAL WHOLENESS SERIES)
Pornography has invaded countless marriages, shattering trust and distorting God's beautiful design for sexuality. When 64% of Christian men struggle with porn, the ripple effects touch nearly every family and church community—yet we're keeping...
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Finding Courage When Your Husband Struggles With P*rnography with Jody Allen - Part 1 (SEXUAL WHOLENESS SERIES)
I know Jody Allen’s story will speak deeply to many of you. Despite years of counseling and intensive treatment, her husband ultimately chose pornography over his marriage, his children, and his family. After a long and painful struggle, Jody’s...
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Come As You Are: Finding Sexual Healing in Jesus with Dr. Carol Tanksley - Part 2 (SEXUAL WHOLENESS SERIES)
This week we continue our transformative conversation about sexual wholeness from a Christian perspective with Dr. Carol Tanksley. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, listen here. Whether y...
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Episode 114
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27:53
Breaking Down Sexual Walls: From Shame to Wholeness with Dr. Carol Tanksley - Part 1 (SEXUAL WHOLENESS SERIES)
Sexual brokenness often begins with wounds we don't want to face. Dr. Carol Tanksley, OBGYN physician turned ordained minister, draws from 30 years of medical practice and her own journey to explore how our personal stories shape our sexual dec...
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Episode 113
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29:04
Her Freedom Journey with Dr Juli Slattery - Part 2 (SEXUAL WHOLENESS SERIES)
Breaking free from pornography addiction is not an overnight process but a journey—one that requires understanding, support, and a deep commitment to healing. This is Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Juli Slattery (if you haven't heard Part 1...
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Episode 112
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24:45
Breaking Free: A Woman's Journey Out Of Porn Addiction with Dr Juli Slattery - Part 1 (SEXUAL WHOLENESS SERIES)
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Juli Slattery about the growing issue of pornography addiction among women. We discuss how the porn industry has intentionally targeted women, the shame that keeps many trapped in silence, and the neurological ...
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Episode 111
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