In this episode, Stephanie shares her powerful story—how God met her in the middle of deep pain, brought healing from abuse, and reshaped her understanding of who Jesus really is.
As we walk through the book of Luke together, we talk about God’s compassion, the kind of faith that actually changes how we live, and why forgiveness matters so deeply. It’s an honest, hope-filled conversation that reminds us that God is personal and present, and when we invite Him into our story, nothing is impossible.
God is compassionate and always near, knowing who Jesus is shapes how we live, Luke reveals God’s heart and mission, faith invites God into every situation, we’re called to live out what we believe, and nothing is impossible with God.
:) Danielle
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Hey Friends!
Welcome back to But God — the podcast where we dive into real stories of hope, heartbreak, and those powerful moments when God steps in. I’m Danielle, your host.
Today, I’m sitting down with my friend Andrea as she shares her journey through childhood wounds, abandonment, grief, and the pain of losing her job. Together, we talk about grace, mercy, grieving with God, and how the fruits of the Spirit show up in the hardest seasons.
Thanks for tuning in!
:) Danielle
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Welcome back to But God:— where we dive into real stories of hope, heartbreak, and the powerful moments where God steps in.
Since it's Thanksgiving, we're taking a break this episode to talk about gratitude. As I've been studying through the book of Hosea on my Tiktok page, I've been thinking about Hosea 2:8 which talks about God giving Israel everything and them giving it to idols. We'll break down what it looks like to have time, talent and treasure idols and I give you challenges to replace your thinking. I hope it's helpful.
We'll be back next week with our regularly scheduled programming!
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:) Danielle
Eleven years ago, Amy’s world flipped upside down when she was diagnosed with diabetes. What followed was a long season of grief, loss, frustration, and learning how to navigate a new normal.
But in the middle of the shock and the struggle, Amy discovered something deeper—God’s steady, personal presence. In this episode, Amy shares how her diagnosis reshaped her identity, how she learned to lean on God in the hardest moments, and how He met her with hope, comfort, and purpose.
Her story is real, raw, and a powerful reminder that even when life takes an unexpected turn… God is still writing something good.
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:) Danielle
Hey Friends!
Welcome back to But God: A Story Worth Telling. Today I’m chatting with my friend Kiana, a 24-year-old tattoo artist from Texas and a youth pastor’s kid whose story is full of creativity, courage, and faith. Kiana has learned what it means to live with a healthy fear of the Lord, follow God’s calling even when it’s scary, and stay close to Him every single day.
In our conversation, we talk about what it looks like to keep God at the center of everything — from your work to your relationships — and how to walk confidently in the plans He has for your life. This is such an honest and inspiring conversation, and I can’t wait for you to hear Kiana’s story.
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:) Danielle
Welcome back to But God: A Story Worth Telling.
In today's episode, I’m joined by my friend Kyra as she shares her powerful testimony. Her story weaves through adoption, the weight of shame, and the beauty of the gospel. She opens up about walking through health struggles, quitting her job in her thirties, and how God has met her with contentment and peace in the middle of it all. Kyra’s journey is a reminder that even when life feels uncertain, God’s strength is made perfect in our weakness.
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Hey Family!
In this episode of But God: A Story Worth Telling, I sit down with my new friend Mykah. Growing up in a Christian family, she faced the quiet struggle of loneliness—yet God used that season to shape her, strengthen her faith, and eventually lead her to start her own ministry.
Together, we talk about what it looks like to invite God into every part of life, how to balance friendships in a healthy way, why humility matters, and how to train our hearts to see God in everything. Mykah’s story is a powerful reminder that even in seasons where we feel unseen, God is working and preparing us for something greater.
Thanks for listening!
💛 Danielle
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Hey Everyone!
Welcome back to But God: A Story Worth Telling.
In this episode, I sat down with my friend Kristy. Her story is one of resilience, redemption, and a whole lot of faith. Kristy has walked through some incredibly hard seasons — from battling an eating disorder to navigating divorce and fighting breast cancer — but through it all, she’s discovered what it means to truly surrender control and walk daily with Jesus.
In our conversation, we talked about letting go of control, what it looks like to invite God into every part of our lives, and how to see His hand at work in everything.
This is such a powerful and honest conversation, and I can’t wait for you to hear Kristy’s story.
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💛 Danielle
Hi Fam!
Welcome back to “But God: A Story Worth Telling” — where we share real stories of how God meets us in the middle of the mess, shows up in the unexpected, and reminds us that no story is too far gone for His redemption.
Today, I’m sitting down with Rachel — a woman whose faith has been forged through some of life’s hardest battles. From walking through her parents’ divorce and her mother’s struggle with alcoholism, to receiving a breast cancer diagnosis in 2024, Rachel has seen firsthand how God’s strength shows up when ours runs out.
In this episode, she opens up about what it’s looked like to hold onto hope, see God’s purpose in the pain, and find peace in the middle of uncertainty. Her story is one of resilience, faith, and the reminder that even when life doesn’t make sense — God is still working.
So take a deep breath, grab your coffee, and lean in — because this is a story worth telling.
Danielle
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Hey Friends!
Welcome to another episode of But God: A Story Worth Telling. Today I’m sitting down with my new friend Allie, whose story is one of resilience, raw honesty, and deep faith. Allie has battled breast cancer, liver cancer, and infertility, and yet in the middle of her pain she has found God’s presence in every moment.
In our conversation, we talk about what it looks like to handle grief, how to encourage someone else who is hurting, and the tension between God’s plan and timing versus our own. Allie also shares how choosing to live with a heavenly perspective has transformed the way she faces life’s hardest challenges.
Her story is a reminder that no matter what we walk through, God is still faithful.
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Love Ya!
Danielle
Hey Fam!
In this episode of But God: A Story Worth Telling, I sit down with my friend Emily, whose life radiates the joy of the Lord. But that joy has been refined through deep valleys—like losing her sister to breast cancer and walking through seasons of rock bottom.
Emily opens up about what surrendering to God really looks like, how spiritual disciplines like fasting and prayer have shaped her faith, and how she continues to find joy even in sorrow. Her story is beautiful and you can see God in the whole thing—and I know you’re going to be as encouraged by Emily as I was.
Danielle
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Hey Friends!
Welcome back to But God: Sun-Kissed Stories.
In this episode, I sit down with my friend Jess—a wife, accountant, and people-pleaser! Jess opens up about her struggles with pornography, apathy, and living a double life.
BUT through choosing vulnerability and honesty, she experienced radical transformation in Christ.
Her story is a powerful reminder that no matter how far we’ve drifted, God meets us with grace, healing, and freedom.
Let me know how you loved this one!
💛 Danielle
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Welcome back friends!
In this episode you'll meet Emily - a wife, mom of three (with one on the way!), and someone who knows firsthand what it’s like to wrestle with faith.
Growing up with family who mocked Christianity, she drifted into lukewarm belief and battled sin struggles. But when she finally gave her heart to the Lord, everything changed. In this episode, Emily shares how God transformed her life and why she’s never looked back AND how she's currently walking into the call that God has placed on her life.
Thanks for listening!
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Hey Friends!
Life with God isn’t about playing it safe—it’s about surrender. On this episode, Danielle and Destiny invite you into real conversations about faith, motherhood, joy, and breaking free from generational cycles.
This episode is designed to encourage you to lay down your plans, follow where the Lord leads, and discover the abundant life He has for you and your family. Whether you’re a mom in the thick of it, a young believer chasing after God, or someone longing to build a new legacy of faith, this is a space to be reminded: you are chosen, called, and created with purpose.
Thank You for listening!
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Hey Fam!
In this episode, I sit down with my new friend Christen for an honest conversation about mental health, anxiety, and what it looks like to discover God’s calling in the middle of life’s messiness.
We talk about the pressure to “have it all figured out,” the importance of faith in uncertain seasons, and the practical ways we can lean into God’s peace when our hearts feel overwhelmed.
This episode is for anyone who’s ever wrestled with fear, questioned their direction, or wondered how God could use them even in their struggles.
💛 Danielle
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Eilidh carried the weight of anxiety, depression, and a deep sense of unworthiness for years. Fear of the future was constant, and hope felt far away.
In this episode of But God: A Story Worth Telling, Eilidh shares her journey from fear to freedom — how God met her in her darkest moments, surrounded her with a life-giving community, and is teaching her daily how to love Him, love people, and fully surrender.
Her story is honest, vulnerable, and full of hope. Whether you’re wrestling with uncertainty, feeling far from God, or longing for deeper faith, Eilidh’s testimony will remind you that God sees you, He’s with you, and He’s writing a story you can trust — one step at a time.
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In this episode of But God, Courtney shares her powerful journey from anxiety, substance use, and striving for perfection to a life marked by freedom, peace, and purpose.
A wife and mom of four, Courtney opens up about her "But God" moments through miscarriage, motherhood, and learning to surrender control.
She shares how embracing grace over perfection and building holy habits changed not just her life—but sparked a growing community of women walking in freedom.
If you’re tired of trying to have it all together, this conversation is for you.
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Thank You for listening!
💛 Danielle
Moms: this one is for you!
In this joy-filled episode of But God: A Story Worth Telling, I sit down with my sweet friend Sandy—a mom of six (ages 17 to 27!) whose life radiates the joy of the Lord.
Sandy shares the "But God" moments that carried her through miscarriages, church transitions, and the many ups and downs of motherhood. Her story is a beautiful reminder that peace isn’t found in the absence of struggle—but in the presence of God.
If you’re in a season of waiting, change, or wondering where God is in your mess, Sandy’s wisdom and warmth will lift your heart and remind you that joy and pain can coexist when God is in the middle of it.
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Hey Friends! Welcome back. In this episode of But God: A Story Worth Telling, we welcome our very first married couple to the podcast—John and Valerie Schuchman.
They open up about their journey through church hurt, how they navigated past struggles, and what ultimately led them to ask: "Is it time to move on?" Together, we talk about the red flags of unhealthy church culture, what a healthy community really looks like, and how they experienced God’s presence and peace even when the church didn’t look like it was supposed to.
If you've ever felt wounded by people in the church or are wrestling with where you belong, this story will encourage you to believe that healing is possible, and that God is still writing your story—even in the mess.
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I’m honored to introduce you to my friend Rachel. We first connected through her mom, and she was briefly part of my young adult ministry. I even had the joy of capturing her wedding day as her photographer.
But behind the beautiful moments was a much harder story. Rachel has been quietly battling a food addiction while also walking through the pain of her husband’s porn addiction. It’s a story marked by shame, betrayal, grief—and also deep healing.
In this episode, Rachel shares how she’s learned to rely on God, lean into community, pursue therapy, and begin to see how God is working even in the hardest parts of her story.
This one is raw, real, and full of hope. Let’s dive in.
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