Behind the Bliss Podcast

In this episode, Rachel and Laynie sift through what it looks like to start a small group in your home, the need to love on women in your community and what it looks like for you to know you're seen and known by Jesus. Laynie dives into the "Jesus sees you" idea by offering truths that we can understand through Scripture and women in the Bible. What an incredible eye-opening episode for those of us who need to know that Jesus knows and sees us in what we're walking through today! Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/80 FabFitFun: https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101l8789 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Laynie on Instagram: instagram.com/laynietravis

In this episode, Rachel sits down with best selling author, Ruth Chou Simons. Ruth speaks to the refinement season, what it’s like to see worship in your everyday. She shares about her book “Beholding and Becoming: the Art of Everyday Worship.” What does beholding, becoming and worship really mean? They talk all about that and more! She’s a mama of 6 boys, keeps it real and preaches a message well all need to hear in this episode through this conversation. BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/79 Fabfitfun: https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101l8789

In this episode, Rachel sits down with family dynamic geniuses, Rodney and Michelle Gage, share their insight on creating a family structure that will make a difference. They talk through the 5 shifts that all families can incorporate into their values to move towards God’s desire for the family unit. They also talk through the 5 signs that your family may be drifting away from its original design. This conversation brings so much light to any family you may be a part of as a spouse, parent or child. If you’re wanting God’s vision for the family to become your vision for family, need some “next steps” in implementing health into your family dynamic and want to see a healthy shift in creating structure in your home, this episode is for you! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/78 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Become a patron: behindtheblisspodcast.com/give

In this episode, Ashlyn Carter shares her story of craving control and how it was all revealed to her through wrestling with eating disorders, depression, and anxiety. She opens up about how this affected her marriage and her walk with the Lord and speaks directly to women who may find themselves in similar positions. If you love control, are feeling the stirring to surrender a piece of your life that you’ve yet to let go of or just need to hear how to love on someone that fits this description, this episode is for you! She has an incredible “buckle up and lean in” message for those that are in the middle of difficulty, a signal of hope and a testimony that we can all cling to in times of despair. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/77 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Become a Patron: patreon.com/behindthebliss

In this episode, Rachel and Victoria are talking about all things Christmas! They're chatting about how to host people during the holidays, what is it like to practical dress your home to host people? They also go to the places that can be hard for people to face during the holidays: shame, body image issues, feeling the void of a loved one. What4ver you're walking through this holiday season, know there are joy and hope in the midst of it all. Although this season can be packed with distress and business, Victoria turns our eyes to the "thrill of hope" this season brings. Shownotes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/76 BTB on Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Become a patron: behindtheblisspodcast.com/give

In this episode, Rachel and Heather have a conversation about including others that may look different than us. That’s right, they crack lots of stereotypic, norms and molds that culture and society have put on people (specifically those that look different or have “a disability”). Heather talks through Jesus’s strategy when it came to people that acted differently, looked different and spoke differently and what we can learn from watching him break society’s standards for who we allow into our circles. Not quite sure if you’re doing “inclusion” right or not sure what your next step to inclusion is? Listen in! As an author of “Scoot Over and Make Some Room,” a mom of 3 adopted children, a narrative shifter and all around-rockstar, we have a few things to learn from this inspiring and insightful episode with Heather Avis. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/75 Try out Honeybook on me! http://share.honeybook.com/h9ZHf BTB Instagram: www.instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Heather on Instagram: instagram.com/heatheravis

In this episode, Rachel sits down with Erin and Liz, two besties that have been through it all. From postpartum depression, breast cancer, and other difficult circumstances, these ladies (plus, their other BFF Heatherly) have a lot to share when it comes to showing up. If you’re walking with someone through a hardship, or you’re walking through something difficult yourself, this episode is for you! Erin and Liz nudge you, give practical ways to show up for friends, and how to speak truth into their life when it may not seem like “the best time” to do so. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/74 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Become a patron: patreon.com/behindthebliss

In this episode, Rachel and Mary Scott sit down again for a conversation LIVE in Columbia, South Carolina! Mary Scott fills us in on what’s she been up to since leaving the show back in August, what she’s learning and something she’s figured out about herself. These girls are so thrilled to be back together again and their giggles give it away. There’s lots of storytelling, wisdom-filled nuggets, and crowd participation. This nostalgic episode is a fun one! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/73 BTB on Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Get a FabFitFun box for yourself: https://prf.hn/click/camref:1101l8789

In this episode, Susie Davis becomes your new BFF! She chats all about mentorship and the need for a “spiritual mama” in your life. In her new book, “Dear Daughters” she shares words of wisdom and encouragement for the younger generations and let’s just say, it will speak to all of us. We dive deep into some of the chapters and talk through life transitions, body image and other topics that just need some love from someone wiser. You’ll leave this episode wanting a mentor - no fear! Susie talks ya through your first steps in finding one! We love Susie, and you will, too! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/72 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Susie Instagram: instagram.com/susiedavis

This episode is a live recording of Behind the Bliss LIVE in Greenville, SC! Rachel is joined by Jordan Scott to chat all about the transition from Sydney, Australia, to America, letting go of control, the story of how we got our dogs, enneagram and more! If you’re in transition, are in internal competition of yourself and others, and have the desire to surrender control, this is for you! show notes: behindthebliss.com/shownotes/71 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Jordan on Instagram: instagram.com/jordaneirlyse

In this episode, Asheritah unpacks this idea of "quiet time:" is it supposed to be quiet? How often should we spend time in the Word? How do we fit this into our routine? What's the importance of this part of our day? We answer all of these questions and more! We all have struggled in seasons with spending time with God every day. It may be infrequent for you, or nonexistent, maybe you don't know where to start or why you're evening participating. We've all been there! We hope you leave this episode with encouragement to start now, be frequent and encourage others to do the same. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/70 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Asheritah on Instagram: instagram.com/asheritah

In this episode, Mac and Kenz of Delight Ministries share so much goodness for our college listeners! If you’re in college, need a little love and want to feel met where you are, this episode is for you! We talk all things “choosing Jesus” when there seem to be so many other options, finding community and cultivating it well, and stewarding your time on campus. This is a *must* listen to! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/69 BTB on Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Delight Ministries on Instagram: instagram.com/delightministries

In this episode, Rachel and Kelly Needham talk all things friendship. Kelly’s new book, “Friendish” covers healthy vs unhealthy friendships, the need for friendships and community and biblical examples of friendships that we can look to. Kelly speaks so much wisdom that we pray helps you discern your friendships, which ones are healthy and what to do when friendship “goes bad.” Kelly also sets attainable goals for our friendships based on scripture and it’s something you’re going to want to implement in your life. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/68 BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast Kelly on Instagram: instagram.com/kellyneedham/

Niki Hardy, author of "Breathe Again" sits down with Rachel to talk through how to live well when life falls apart. What do we do when we get the bad news we were dreading? How do we react when someone hurts us? Or, why are we not happy when we get that promotion, bonus or car we were wanting? Why does life not feel better? Rachel and Niki answer these questions in more from real-life stories, practices to help you through it all and lots of laughs in between. Enjoy Niki's story through cancer, fun accent, and brilliant wisdom. Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/67 Niki Hardy's Website: https://nikihardy.com/ BTB Instagram: instagram.com/behindtheblisspodcast

In this episode, Rachel sits down with Jill Pettus from Highlands College to talk all things gratitude. Jill drops so many golden nuggets of what gratitude truly is, how we can incorporate it into our everyday life and some incredible stories of how gratitude changed everything. If you need an attitude of gratitude, are walking through a hard season or want some Biblical truths of what gratitude is, you’ll want to listen to this one! Show notes: behindtheblisspodcast.com/shownotes/66