S2:E8 Helping Others Heal by Telling My Story
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In this deeply personal birthday-month episode, I open up about what it means to grieve the mother I never had—while celebrating the woman I’ve become at 52. I talk candidly about growing up in a home marked by trauma, unpredictability, and unmet emotional needs. My parents, like so many, were caught in cycles of generational dysfunction they never named... and so they never broke them. It took me standing up and saying, “This ends with me.” Through God’s grace, I’ve learned to mother myself, raise my children differently, and become the kind of woman who helps others heal their...
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S2:E7 Standing on His Promises
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Theme: Faith in God’s Covenant Key Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20 – (KJV) “For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.” (NLT) “For all of God’s promises have been fulfilled in Christ with a resounding ‘Yes!’ And through Christ, our ‘Amen’ ascends to God for his glory.” When life feels uncertain, how do you keep standing? In this episode of Standing on His Promises, host Monique welcomes Jeremy and Jennifer to share how they have anchored their lives in the unchanging covenant of God. Through scripture, real-life stories, and...
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S2:E6 God of Restoration
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In this powerful June episode of Through Deep Waters, Monique and Martha explore what it means to experience true restoration in the aftermath of brokenness. Rooted in Joel 2:25 (NLT) — “I will give you back what you lost…” — they reflect on how God meets us in the ruins of our lives and rebuilds what seemed beyond repair. From emotional trauma and spiritual numbness to seasons of waiting and loss, Monique and Martha share heartfelt insights and biblical truths that speak to the God who restores peace, purpose, and identity. They also walk through the key sections of Joel 2, helping...
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S2:E5 Trusting God's Timing
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Have you ever felt like you’re standing in a hallway, leaning on a doorway that just won’t open? You’ve knocked. You’ve prayed. You’ve waited. And still nothing. In this powerful episode of Through Deep Waters, Martha sits down with Pastor Lee Eclov to explore what it really means to trust God’s timing, especially when life feels stuck in pause mode. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 3:1 (“For everything there is a season…”), Pastor Lee shares wisdom from decades of pastoral ministry and personal experience navigating seasons of waiting, confusion, and growth. Together, they unpack:...
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S2:E4 Faith Under Fire
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In this powerful episode of Through Deep Waters, Monique and Martha get real about what it means to trust God when everything around you is falling apart. Inspired by Daniel 3:17–18, they ask the hard questions: What if God doesn’t do what I hoped? Will I still trust Him? 🎙️ Monique and Martha share raw, personal testimonies of walking through deep seasons of grief, loss, and uncertainty—times when their faith was tested in ways they never imagined. From career shifts and childhood trauma to the pain of letting go and the beauty of starting over, this episode is a vulnerable...
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S2:E3 Bold Faith with Melissa Hughes: Stepping Into Your Calling with Radical Action
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Melissa Hughes is a TikTok influencer, International Speaker, podcaster and best selling author. She has been booked twice on The Kelly Clarkson Show and featured for the New York Times Best Seller "Primal Scream" on NBC. She has over 255,000 followers on TikTok and over 11 Million "Likes". She is a best-selling author for "She Can Laugh: A Guide to Living Emotionally, Physically, and Spiritually Well" and her first children's book "Mommy Loves You When," both published by Dinosaur Publishing House. She is the CEO of Rise Social Media Agency and the host of the...
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S2:E2 Love Through the Storms: Healing Hearts and Strengthening Relationships with Kristen Chambers
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Welcome back to Through Deep Waters! In this episode, Monique is joined by Kristen Chambers, an independently licensed social worker and clinical therapist specializing in Christian counseling. Kristen shares her journey from working in addiction recovery to stepping out in faith to build a private practice focused on couples and families. She dives into how her faith informs her work, offering powerful insights into grace, empathy, and forgiveness in relationships. Monique also opens up about her own transformative experience with EMDR therapy under Kristen's guidance, highlighting the...
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S2:E1 Renew & Create: Align Goals with God's Plan
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New Year, New Words: Trusting God and Embracing Renewal Description: As we step into 2025, Monique and Martha reflect on the powerful lessons of the past year, shaped by their words of the year, "Trust" and "Be." They open up about navigating challenges through faith, surrender, and leaning into God’s plan. Looking ahead, they reveal their new words for 2025, "Renew" and "Create," and discuss how these guide their goals, decisions, and spiritual growth. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about aligning your life with God-given values, embracing fresh starts, and moving forward with...
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Finding Calm in the Chaos: December S1|E25
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Navigating Holiday Emotions and Loneliness In this episode of "Through Deep Waters," Martha and Monique discuss the challenges of the holiday season, particularly how it can amplify feelings of loneliness, pain, and chaos. Martha emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and honoring these emotions, especially when they contrast with the seemingly perfect images of holiday celebrations often shared on social media. The podcast aims to provide a space for shared experiences and support during this time.
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Grateful for God's Peace: November S1|E24
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Martha and Monique discussed the theme of gratitude for God's peace, using Isaiah 26:3 as their main scripture. They emphasized that God's peace is not based on our circumstances but on our trust in Him and our focus on Him. They shared personal experiences of finding peace in difficult times and encouraged listeners to reflect on how God's peace has helped them through challenging situations. They also highlighted the importance of discipline and self-control in maintaining this peace. The conversation ended with a prayer, thanking God for His peace and encouraging listeners to...
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