248. Soul Care Is More Important Than Self Care -- Jodi Snowdon
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What do you think is the most important thing in life? Would it be what you do--- Your job? Maybe your accomplishments? Your Hard Work? Your reputation? All of that is what people see from the outside. Or would it be what happens on the inside---- That deep rooted growth that happens where no one really sees it-- it is invisible? I think it has to do with what happens in the inner part of our life. I love this quote, "The most important thing in your life is not what you do, but about who you become." Today, I am so excited to highlight this book, * by John Ortberg. The subtitle says Caring...
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247. Strong and Secure Devotional -- Lynn Cowell & Michelle Nietert
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Do you want to feel strong and secure in this New Year 2026? I don’t know about you, but I definitely do. So I am so excited to have Lynn Cowell and Michelle Nietert back on the podcast to talk about their new devotional, *. It is written for young women, high schoolers and college aged. But I have to say, the truths in the book are for any woman, because their book is all about getting to know our Heavenly Father. In the introduction, it says, “The more we know our Father, the stronger we will be in life. You can become secure in your faith, let go of your doubts, and receive...
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246. Book Recommendation: The Well Watered Woman -- Jodi Snowdon
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Happy New Year! Have you ever read a book, and there is a quote that stands out to you? It really captivates you with the words on it! I have to tell you about this book I read back in 2025. It was in the summer where I had taken a sabbatical after my dad passed away, and I had gotten this book from a friend called *. At the beginning of the book, after a couple pages, this is what is says, "You don't have to be blooming to be growing." I immediately paused and thought, Oh my goodness, I needed to hear that today. Maybe you need to hear it too. This week on the podcast, I will share some of...
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245. How To Expand Your Kids Emotional Literacy Using Books -- Jodi Snowdon
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Did you grow up in a house that talked about their emotions? Are you talking with your kids about their emotions? Emotional Literacy is so important, and I am so passionate about giving tools to others to help them in their parenting. Last week, I shared 5 books that I read with my kids that helped them grow deeper in their faith (). This week, I want to share 5 books that I did not have when my kids were young; they had not been written yet. They are all about emotional literacy, and they are phenomenal. I cannot wait to share them with you, and I hope you will add them to your library at...
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244. Five Favorite Children's Books That Will Grow Their Faith -- Jodi Snowdon
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Do you like to read to your kids or grandkids? Do you like to find Christian books with strong messages in them? Maybe it is about their identity in Christ? Maybe it is about worry and anxiety because I know that is a struggle for so many kids? Or maybe it is about helping them walk through hard circumstances? I am so excited to share with you five of my favorite children’s books that I read with my own kids! These books all have strong Christian themes and will help your kids grow deeper in their faith. This is actually Part 1 of a two-part episode, so I cannot wait to give you some...
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243. A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul -- Becky Keife
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Do you struggle with anxiety? Do you often worry or have fears? I have the greatest resource for you! I am so excited to have Becky Keife back on the podcast. Her new book is called *. This book is so good and full of truth. You are going to love hearing the peace practices Becky recommends as well as how to inhale truth and exhale trust. We talk about overcoming lies of the enemy and how to help someone else who struggles with anxiety. You do not want to miss this episode. It is fun to have Becky back on the Podcast a second time! If you missed my first conversation with her...
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242. Special Bonus Episode on the STRENGTH Acrostic in Depth Book
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In honor of my book relaunch, I am sharing this special episode that I recorded in 2023 around the one-year birthday of my first edition of Depth. You are going to learn so much for Evelyn Sherwood! Have you ever felt the presence of God? Have you ever felt Him close to you? I know for me, I felt the presence of God the most in the middle of my hard seasons: my divorce, the loss of my friend, and my miscarriage. Maybe you can relate. This week on the podcast, I am so excited to have Evelyn Sherwood. She is a friend of mine who sadly has walked through many hardships. One of the...
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241. Special Chapter Reading on the Cracked Clay Pot in the Depth Book -- Jodi Snowdon
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Do you know my favorite chapter in my book, Depth? It is kind of like asking, “Who is your favorite child” to someone who has kids. It is very hard to narrow it down to one chapter. But one of my favorite things to talk about besides trees is my broken pot----my cracked clay pot where God taught me so much about brokenness. Today, the is being re-launched! I am so excited that the print copy is available today, November 4th! So, to honor that, I thought I would read this special chapter in my book. God taught me so much that weekend that I broke my clay pot, and I cannot wait to read...
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240. Special Interview With My Husband About My Book, Depth
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Have you heard the exciting news about my book? I am so jazzed to tell you that I am relaunching, . I updated my cover with my new last name, Jodi Snowdon, as well as written an epilogue and added some new free resources to the back of the book. This week on the podcast to share more about the , my husband, David, is going to be interviewing me! I am so excited to have him back on the podcast, and I think you are really going to enjoy our conversation. We dive deeper into the STRENGTH acrostic as well as what is in the new, revised and expanded edition. We even get vulnerable about the shame...
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239."Growing Deeper Roots" Chapter from my Book, Depth -- Jodi Snowdon
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Has God ever used something in His Creation to show you something about Him? Maybe a character trait? Or maybe something about your relationship with Him? For me, God has used trees to show me how to grow deeper in my faith. I am excited to be reading a chapter to you from my book today. will be re-launching October 21st for the eBook and November 4th for the print copy. I am so excited for this relaunch and cannot wait for you to hear how you can help as well as a quick reason why. To listen to all the details, check out this special episode where I read Chapter 11: Growing Deeper Roots...
info_outlineI have some sad news to share with you today on the podcast.
Sadly, my dad passed away on May 22, 2025.
My dad was such a pivotal part of my family. He was an amazing husband to my mom. He was such a loving father and a supportive and involved grandfather. This loss is deep.
It is interesting because your mom and dad are there when you take your first breath. But it is so heartbreaking to be there when they take their last.
I am going to be taking some time off to grieve the loss of my dad.
I remember when I lost Jeannie back in 2016 and my divorce in 2014, something that really helped me was to read--- read God’s Word and read books that pointed me back to God’s Word. I need that again this summer.
I need time to input and allow myself time to sit in the pain and grieve—take time to process the hard emotions. I want to thank you in advance for giving me space to do that this summer. I don’t know how long it will be, but I know it is my best yes. I believe God is going to use that time, so I can pour back into you when I return.
I cannot wait to see what God wants me to learn in the midst of the pain.
So, I thought today would be very honoring to share one of the episodes where my dad was a guest back in 2020. I know you are going to learn so much from his wisdom!
My dad’s episode back in 2020:
With Father’s Day just around the corner, I am excited to have my dad, John Brownlee, as a guest on the Depth podcast this week. I asked him to share some of his words of wisdom and best advice as he is a father to 4 girls and a grandfather to 7 grandchildren.
I don’t want to give away any spoilers, but I love that my dad shares some of our funny memories and crazy dinner activities as well as encourages other dads to make their kids a priority. I am so thankful that my dad was an intentional father to me and my sisters.
I recommend listening to this episode alongside your spouse or if you are a single mom like me, there are still lots parenting nuggets in this episode for you as well! I believe parenting is the most rewarding and challenging job all at the same time, so I hope this episode encourages you along your parenting journey!
I promise you do not want to miss this episode.
My dad was on the podcast again in December 2024- so special to have him on a second time. Check out Depth Podcast Episode 224: Simplify and Live with Intention!
Book Recommendations:
- *The New Strong Willed Child by James Dobson
- *The New Dare to Discipline by James Dobson
- *Bringing up Boys by James Dobson
- *Bringing up Girls by James Dobson
*Note: If you are interested in purchasing the books recommended, I would love for you to use the Amazon Affiliate link above to help support the podcast. Thank you!