She Found Joy

The She Found Joy Podcast is dedicated to helping God's daughters walk in the fullness of who and whose they are. Join Lauren Gaskill, Rochelle Merrell and special guests as they share stories of how we can discover and live in the abundant life, love, and joy Jesus died to give us. Together, we can pursue and see His Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven.

The Lordship of Jesus 08/18/2025

The Lordship of Jesus Listeners! It's been awhile. Lauren and Rochelle are back for a powerful episode on what it means to make Jesus Lord of our life, why it's important, and how to develop hearts of worship. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/37856760

Walking in Truth: Part 2 04/07/2025

Walking in Truth: Part 2 How do we walk in truth with God, ourselves and others? Lauren and Rochelle continue the conversation from our last episode. "Come Up Higher" /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/36045360

Walking in Truth [Updated] 02/03/2025

Walking in Truth [Updated] Our sincerest apologies that the first upload of this episode only uploaded part way. We recovered the rest of the audio file and are reuploading the updated episode today for you to listen to! Happy New Year, She Found Joy listeners! Join Lauren and Rochelle for the first episode of 2025, where they share the importance of and how to walk in truth and bear fruit this year. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/35128310

Decoding Spiritual Dreams: Part 2 11/25/2024

Decoding Spiritual Dreams: Part 2 Rochelle and Lauren wrap a series on how we can spiritually discern what God may be saying to us about our waking life through our dream life. Learn how to discern what to do with the dreams God gives you. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/33964767

Decoding Spiritual Dreams: Part 1 11/04/2024

Decoding Spiritual Dreams: Part 1 The Bible is full of stories about men and women of God hearing His voice through dreams and visions. Join Rochelle and Lauren for a two-part series on how we can spiritually discern what God may be saying to us about our waking life through our dream life. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/33767337

The Narrow Way: Part 2 09/16/2024

The Narrow Way: Part 2 Join Lauren and Rochelle for part two in a series on following Jesus on the narrow way. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/33074417

The Narrow Way: Part 1 08/12/2024

The Narrow Way: Part 1 It’s never been more clear that the world’s systems are broken and desperately in need of redemption and restoration. The world's way of doing things leads to destruction, but the narrow way — God's way — leads to life. If your soul is longing for lightness and rest in a world that it seems like there is no space to exhale, this series is for you. Join Lauren and Rochelle as they explore how His ways are for our soul’s benefit, not detriment. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/32526457

Surrender & Giving God Our Yes 06/03/2024

Surrender & Giving God Our Yes Surrender is the way of the kingdom, but that doesn't mean it's always easy. Join Lauren and Rochelle for a conversation on the importance of giving God our yes — with special guests Kate Smith, co-president of Catch the Fire World, and Jess Ninaber, lead pastor of Catch the Fire Raleigh. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/31568477

Contentment: Part 2 05/06/2024

Contentment: Part 2 Join Lauren and Rochelle for part 2 of a series on contentment. Also, don't miss the news about our new group discount for the She Found Joy Retreat! or listen to this episode to learn more. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/31132538

Contentment: Part 1 04/22/2024

Contentment: Part 1 We live in a world that is constantly chasing and running to the next thing. But contentment was never meant to be found in attaining what we think we need. It's found in relationship with God, the One who made us. Join Lauren and Rochelle for part 1 of a series on contentment. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/30943113

Living Well When Life Is Hard 03/18/2024

Living Well When Life Is Hard What do we do when life is hard and we feel hard pressed on every side? Lauren and Rochelle talk about how Jesus wants to meet us in these places, along with the hidden blessings of walking through the hard with Him. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/30379008

Finding Joy in Motherhood: Part 2 03/04/2024

Finding Joy in Motherhood: Part 2 Lauren Gaskill continues our series on finding joy in motherhood with Lauren Gaines, author of and creator of Inspired Motherhood. Join them as they talk about common traps and triggers we can fall into, how to get out of them with the Lord's help, and why making room for rest is powerful and necessary. Follow She Found Joy on and . Learn more about the . /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/30192783

Finding Joy in Motherhood: Part 1 02/26/2024

Finding Joy in Motherhood: Part 1 What does it mean to be a mother? What is the meaning and value behind being a mother? In this new series, Rochelle and Lauren help us understand God's intention for motherhood and how we can find joy in reflecting His heart to those He entrusts to us. Follow She Found Joy on and Learn more about the 2024 . /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/30093963

Enter Through the Narrow Gate 01/29/2024

Enter Through the Narrow Gate Jesus said "I am the gate." But the references to gates and walls found in Scripture don't stop there. What is the spiritual significance of gates and walls and what are the implications for us today? Lauren and Rochelle consider what it means to enter through the narrow gate and to protect our own gates every single day. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/29676613

Discerning the Voice of God 01/15/2024

Discerning the Voice of God Simply put, the prophetic is hearing God for yourself and for others. Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 14 that all can prophesy, but how do we weigh a word to discern if it's really from the Lord? Not only that, but how do we move forward and partner with a word once we know it's from Him? Join Rochelle and Lauren for a heartfelt discussion and encouragement to not despise prophesy but embrace it from a place of wisdom and grace. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/29475053

Starting the New Year With Wisdom 01/02/2024

Starting the New Year With Wisdom The calendar has changed to a new year, but rather than jumping into things, what steps can we take to start 2024 well? Lauren and Rochelle offer practical wisdom and tangible ways to experience greater levels of love, peace, righteousness and joy this year. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/29297173

Taking Time to Remember 12/18/2023

Taking Time to Remember With Christmas and the new year just around the corner, Rochelle and Lauren take time to remember the lessons God has taught them in 2023 while inviting listeners to do the same. Let's stay connected! for encouragement delivered to your inbox. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/29109523

God Stories: Part 2 12/04/2023

God Stories: Part 2 Rochelle and Lauren continue our "God Stories" series with stories of how they've seen God radically show up in their lives. May these stories ignite your faith for what God wants to do in your life this season. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/28905988

God Stories: Part 1 11/20/2023

God Stories: Part 1 Join Lauren Gaskill and special guest Shay Mason as they kick off a series dedicated to sharing stories of how they have seen God work in their lives and the lives of those around them. We hope this series can really encourage your heart — God is no respector of persons and He is the same yesterday, today and forever! May these testimonies of Jesus breathe life and hope into you today. The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy (Revelation 19:10)! /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/28555931

The Pressure Is Off 11/06/2023

The Pressure Is Off The pressure — to heal yourself, to fix the world, to please God or people, to say or do everything right — is off. Jesus' invitation has always been "come to Me and I will give you rest." His yoke is easy and His burden is light. Join Lauren and Rochelle for a conversation on entering rest that will hopefully have you feeling lighter before the holiday season. Let's stay connected! for encouragement delivered to your inbox. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/28508918

Devout in Doubt 07/10/2023

Devout in Doubt Special guest Paul Baldwin, author of , joins Lauren Gaskill to talk about the challenges of walking through suffering and how doubt can be a tool for transformation and deeper devotion to God. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/27414303

Come Away with Jesus 06/27/2023

Come Away with Jesus God's fingerprints are all over creation — you cannot separate the Creator from His creation — and He is inviting us all to come with Him. Wherever we are, God wants to encounter and speak to our hearts. Lauren shares encouragement and stories from her own life that will leave you inspired to encounter God in new and wonderful ways. Two spots are left for the She Found Joy Retreat! Join us in Asheville, August 18-21 by . /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/27282717

Quiet Trust 06/19/2023

Quiet Trust There is a rest available for the people of God, and it's found in the secret place, in the position of quiet trust. Join Lauren and Rochelle as they talk about the power of quiet trust and how returning and resting in God's presence, character, heart, and Word can transform our lives. Have you signed up for the She Found Joy Retreat happening in Asheville, NC from August 18-21? We'd love to have you join us! Apply today at . /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/27186627

Stepping Out of the Mundane 05/22/2023

Stepping Out of the Mundane The kingdom of God is righteousness, joy and peace in the Holy Spirit. There's nothing mundane about it! Even when life in this earthly realm feels hard or mundane, Jesus is inviting us to live an extraordinary supernatural life with Him. Join Rochelle and Lauren for a heartfelt conversation on how to step out of the mundane and see things from Jesus' perspective. She Found Joy Retreat Update: We've extended the application deadline to the end of June! Apply now at ! /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/26906742

The Family of God: Part 2 05/08/2023

The Family of God: Part 2 There is joy and power to be found in living together as a family of God. Join Lauren and Rochelle for part two of a conversation on God's design for us to live in community as one family united in Christ. Scripture references: James 5:13-20 and 1 Corinthians 14:12. Register and apply for the She Found Joy Retreat happening in Asheville, NC from August 18-21, 2023 at . /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/26769858

The Family of God: Part 1 04/24/2023

The Family of God: Part 1 Before God was Creator, He was Father. Since the beginning of time, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit have existed in perfect love together. God's heart in creating mankind was to share His goodness and love and create a family that would put His glory on display for the whole world. Ephesians 2:18-19 tells us that through Jesus we all have access by one Spirit to the Father. Therefore, we are no longer strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God. The finished work of Jesus made it possible for you and I to join the family of God — and how we fellowship and interact with one another matters. Join Lauren and Rochelle for a new series on how we can all be more loving members of the family of God. Update! We have a new application deadline of May 31, 2023. This is a small retreat with spaces for under 10 women (not counting the speakers). Apply today at to reserve your spot and be considered for this life-changing retreat in Asheville, North Carolina from August 18-21, 2023. /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/26613675

The Goodness Of God 04/17/2023

The Goodness Of God We live in a world where oftentimes bad things get assigned to a good God. But the truth is this: God is good and is incapable of being anything other than good — no matter what we experience. Having this truth as the foundation that we build our lives on helps us overcome and live a life of abiding faith. Join Lauren Gaskill and special guest Caroline Harries for a special conversation on the goodness of God. Lear more about . Follow She Found Joy on . /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/26459742

Making Friendships Matter 04/04/2023

Making Friendships Matter Making and keeping friends as an adult can be hard! Join Lauren and Rochelle for a heartfelt conversation on how to find joy in friendships and ways to better love our friends. Also in this episode: a special She Found Joy Retreat update! Learn more at . /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/26440812

Finding Rest & Strength Through Prayer 03/20/2023

Finding Rest & Strength Through Prayer Join Lauren Gaskill and special guest Suzanne Eller for a conversation on connecting with God through prayer. Lauren also shares more about the 2023 She Found Joy Retreat! LINKS FROM THE SHOW /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/26285229

Navigating Change 03/06/2023

Navigating Change We live in an ever-changing world, and sometimes it can be hard to navigate the change in our own lives with Jesus. Join Lauren and Rochelle as they talk about find joy in seasons of great change and how God is constant through it all. Also don't miss the huge announcement about the first in Asheville, North Carolina from August 17-21! Spaces are limited — we hope to see you there! Follow us on Instagram Stay Connected /episode/index/show/laurengaskill/id/26128221

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