Trade a Lie for a Truth

When You Feel at War With Your Own Body (with Lisa Whittle)

Ever feel like your body is failing you? Something to fight instead of something to steward? What if seeing your body wrongly is keeping you from seeing God clearly?
Ultimately, if Jesus chose to have a human body, what does that say about ours?
Join Heidi as she sits down with best-selling author, speaker, and Bible teacher Lisa Whittle to confront a lie many of us have believed without even realizing it: “My body is bad.” Together, let’s unpack what culture tells women about their bodies versus what God actually says, how Scripture reframes our identity, and why “whole body theology” matters.
Ultimately, if you’ve ever wrestled with sickness, chronic illness, weight ups and downs, or the nagging lie that your body is failing you—this is for you.
 
🔗 Connect more with Lisa Whittle: https://www.lisawhittle.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawhittle/
 
🔗 Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson: https://heidileeandersonministries.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Countdown to Christmas Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/christmas-devotionals
Case of the Unknown Messiah Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/advent-2
Heidi’s newest book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours

Motherhood Isn't Your Highest Calling (with Vicki Courtney)

How many times have you asked yourself: Did I do enough today? Why can’t I keep up like she does? I should’ve had more patience. More connection. More prayer.
You love your kids fiercely, but sometimes you’re running on fumes—and wondering if you’re doing much of it right or just messing up your kids. And then someone says, “Motherhood is your highest calling,” and it just adds to the doubt.
But what if that belief that “motherhood is your highest calling,” although sounds right and good… is actually a lie that’s crushing you? What if that isn’t the whole story? What if your worth—and your identity—isn’t wrapped up in who you are as a parent, but in who God says you are?
Ultimately, what if there is a higher calling?
Join me in this conversation as I interview Vicki Courtney, a mom, grandmother, and author of Motherhood Isn't Your Highest Calling, who is helping women everywhere release the pressure of Christian motherhood and embrace a greater truth: You are more than your role as a mom.
 
🔗 Connect more with Vicki Courtney: https://vickicourtney.com/about/
Check out her newest release, Motherhood Is Not Your Highest Calling: https://rstyle.me/+apwMMBICVFpf8Z3wBZ7y7A
 
🔗 Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Countdown to Christmas Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/christmas-devotionals
Case of the Unknown Messiah Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/advent-2
Heidi’s newest book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours
Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com

Israel, AI, Wars… Is this the End Times? (with Pastor Jason Carlson)

Every generation has wondered about the end times—but with constant headlines, global instability, wars, and the rise of AI, it feels more real than ever. Underneath the question “Is this it?” lies a deeper fear many believers quietly carry: The end times are something to fear.
In this episode, I sit down with apologist and Pastor Jason Carlson to unpack your biggest questions about Israel, prophecy, global conflict, technology, and how believers can live ready—not scared. God’s plan for the end of the story isn’t meant to alarm us, but anchor us.
If you’ve ever felt anxious about the future or confused by what’s happening in the world, this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and hope.
What We Cover:
-Are we actually living in the end times?
-What the Bible does and does not say about Israel
-How to interpret “wars and rumors of wars”
-Should Christians be afraid of AI?
-Why fear is not God’s intention for His people
-What it means to “live ready” with hope
-The promise behind God’s final plan
 
🔗 Connect more with Pastor Jason Carlson:
Check out his church, Lakes Free: https://www.lakesfree.org
X: https://x.com/JasonCarlsonCMI?s=20
 
🔗 Connect with Heidi Lee Anderson:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Countdown to Christmas Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/christmas-devotionals
Case of the Unknown Messiah Advent devotional: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/advent-2
Heidi’s newest book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours
Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com

Did God really "just make you this way?" (with Amy Davison from Mama Bear Apologetics)

Our culture these days is obsessed with identity — how we define ourselves, express ourselves, and justify our choices. But sometimes what sounds like freedom, “God made me this way," is actually a lie that keeps us from living the way He designed us... to glorify Him.
Join Heidi Lee Anderson as she sits down with Amy Davison, co-host of the  @MamaBearApologetics  Podcast, to talk about how this subtle cultural lie is a dangerous one! Not only does Amy share her own story, but she also breaks down why identity is one of the biggest battlegrounds in today’s culture and how to lovingly engage others who might see things differently.
Together, let’s unpack how Christians can root their identity (and their kid’s identity) in Christ—not in their preferences, feelings, or desires. Whether you’re a parent, pastor, or someone wrestling with purpose, let's look beyond “who I am” and rediscover Whose you are.
 
🧠 Topics We Cover
• Why “God made me this way” sounds biblical—but isn’t
• How identity influences behavior and spiritual growth
• Teaching kids to know who they are in Christ
• Responding with both truth and grace in today’s cultural conversations
• How to balance desires with God’s design
 
🧸 Connect with Mama Bear Apologetics
• Website: mamabearapologetics.com
• Instagram: @mamabearapologetics
• Book: Mama Bear Apologeticsf and Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality
 
🔗 Connect with Heidi:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Family Christmas Advent devotionals: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/christmas-devotionals
Heidi’s newest book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours
Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com

Feeling out of place in today's world? When culture shifts + you don’t (with Marian Jordan Ellis)

Ever feel like you're living in a world you just can’t relate to anymore? Where prayer has been traded for good vibes, what’s wrong is celebrated as if it’s right, “live your truth” has replaced the truth, and “follow your heart” gets louder applause than following Jesus?
 
Join me as I sit down with Marian Jordan Ellis, author of the new Lifeway Women’s study Anchored, to expose the tricky lie of “I just can’t relate to this world anymore,” and instead of a bad thing, we’ll find how it’s not only a very good thing, but it’s the very place God positioned us on purpose to shine bright for Him.
 
All in all, if you’ve ever felt like a spiritual fish out of water — this one’s for you. Together, let’s step forward into the truth that we’re not alone, our God’s not irrelevant, and we’re definitely not without purpose in this post-Christian world.
 
Don’t forget to share or leave a review about this episode to be entered to win her new study studying the letters of Peter, Anchored!
 
🔗 Connect more with Marian:
https://thisredeemedlife.org
Instagram: www.instagram.com/marianjordanellis
Her new study, Anchored: https://rstyle.me/+6vtRmcaQ9A6_eJLsGgf2yw
 
🔗 Connect with Heidi:
Her new devotional, All In, All Yours: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w
Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
https://heidileeandersonministries.com

Does God Value Women Less? (with Amy Seiffert + Jami Nato)

Have you ever caught yourself shrinking back—unsure if your voice, gifts, or calling mattered as much as the guys around you? Maybe you’ve played small in ministry because you didn’t want to come off as too much. Or wondered if being “quiet” and “safe” was your lane because you’re a woman?
Whew. You’re not alone.
In this episode, we’re trading one of the oldest lies in the book—the idea that women are somehow less in value, voice, or calling—for the truth that God never said that. From Genesis to Jesus, we’ll trace God’s heart toward His daughters and see that His design has always been equal in worth and distinct in role—image-bearers, co-laborers, and essential to the body of Christ.
To help unpack this, Heidi’s joined by two powerhouse Bible teachers and authors, Jami Nato (This Must Be the Place) and Amy Seiffert (Your Name Is Daughter).
Together, the three dive into:
✨ What the Bible actually says about women starting in the beginning of Genesis
✨ How Jesus treated women—and what that reveals about God’s heart
✨ How to confidently live as a daughter of God while linking arms with His sons
This isn’t a feminist rant or a man-bashing session. It’s a freeing conversation about God’s good design for both women and men—and how the enemy’s been twisting it for far too long. Grab your coffee, your Bible, and maybe your best girlfriend—because today, we’re trading the lie of “less than” for the truth of who God says you are.
🔗 Connect with Our Guests:
Amy Seiffert
Instagram: www.instagram.com/amyseiffert
Podcast: Seminary Sisters
Book: Your Name Is Daughter, https://rstyle.me/+zmHfbfzK32wrLrbbhiz7uw
Jami Nato
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jami_nato
Podcast: Seminary Sisters
Book: This Must Be the Place, https://rstyle.me/+hVzQJIAcaF40eoYmvREv7A
💛 Connect with Heidi:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Grab the All In Devotional: https://rstyle.me/+11Ii1owgccFkGPU0t1uz3w
www.heidileeandersonministries.com
Subscribe + leave a review to help more people trade lies for God’s truth!

Spiritual Growth is all mental vs. Habits shape both body + soul (with Justin Whitmel Earley)

How can we preach a gospel of peace, yet still find our bodies wracked by anxiety? On the flip side, how do we call our bodies temples of the Holy Spirit, yet regard eating, exercise, or sleep as inherently "unspiritual" activities?
Join me and my sister as we hear from Justin Whitmel Earley, best-selling author The Common Rule and Habits of a Household, challenging the common misconception that habits are just physical or only spiritual. They’re both—physical and spiritual—and together, let’s find how our habits intertwine, the neuroscience behind them, and which ones we should focus on.
Don’t forget to share or leave a review about this episode for a chance to win his upcoming book, The Body Teaches The Soul!
You’ll hear:
The myth: "Habits are either physical or spiritual"
Embracing habits that nurture both body and soul
Navigating fear and harnessing the power of our minds
Balancing lament and hope in the face of illness
Cultivating godly habits in parenting
🔗 Connect more with Justin:
https://www.justinwhitmelearley.com
https://www.instagram.com/justinwhitmelearley.com
Preorder The Body Teaches The Soul: https://rstyle.me/+FlZlhgqVeUHxFOXPl0EhcA
 
🔗 Connect with Heidi:
Pre-Order All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours
Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
https://heidileeandersonministries.com

LIE: I Can't Trust God When Life Doesn't Make Sense (with Gabrielle Meyer)

When bad things come, what you prayed for didn’t happen, and God feels silent, distant, or even unfair… what do you do? Today, we’re tackling one of the hardest lies to untangle:
“God isn’t faithful, trustworthy, or good when ‘bad’ things happen to us.”
Join me as I chat with best-selling author Gabrielle Meyer, creator of the beloved Timeless series, to trade this lie for a truth that will steady your heart no matter the season: Even when circumstances shift, God’s character never does.
The highlights:
How a writing mentor taught her to build stories around lies and truth
Gabrielle shares the story behind her Timeless series — how fiction can reveal deep spiritual truths
The spiritual heartbeat behind her upcoming release, Through Each Tomorrow (Book #6!)
Personal moments in her own journey when God met her in hardship and proved His faithfulness
Practical ways to cling to truth when emotions say otherwise
Oh, and don’t forget to share this episode or leave a review about it to win a copy of her book, Every Hour until Then! 2 winners will be announced on my podcast’s Instagram page: www.instagram.com/tradealieforatruth
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🔗 Connect with Gabrielle:
gabriellemeyer.com
Instagram.com/gabrielle_meyer
Facebook.com/AuthorGabrielleMeyer
Preorder Through Each Tomorrow: https://rstyle.me/+BN1zDWFcwbfE1saIMSTzpA
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🔗 Connect with Heidi:
Heidi''s Book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours
Heidi's Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com
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✨ Highlights & Quotes:
“The enemy loves to whisper that God’s silence means absence — but that’s never been true.”
“Stories can be powerful tools to uncover the lies we believe and remind us of what’s unshakably true.”
“God’s character doesn’t change with our circumstances — and that’s where our peace comes from.”

LIE: Bible study is for Experts only vs. TRUTH: God’s Word Is for Everyone (with Kristin Nave @shelovesbible)

Ever felt like deep Bible study is only for pastors, church leaders, Christian influencers, or scholars full of commentaries and Hebrew concordances? I mean, they have degrees in that stuff. They’re trained in theology. They just GET the Bible in a way ordinary Christians don’t. But... me? I’m just normal. I love Jesus and I believe the Bible is God’s very Word that I respect and honor, but I didn’t go to seminary, I’m not bilingual, and I wouldn’t even know where to start.
 
Join Kristin Nave and podcast host Heidi Lee Anderson to dismantle the lie that deep Bible study is just for experts. They share honest stories, relatable struggles, and practical ways to approach Scripture--with or without a seminary degree.
 
You’ll hear:
Why Bible study is for every believer—not just the “professionals”
Deep study doesn't always mean complex methods
Highlighting and journaling can enhance Bible study
The role community plays in understanding Scripture
Simple, doable tips for studying the Bible with confidence
How God’s mercy meets us right where we are—not where we think we “should” be
Kristin reminds us that God’s Word was never meant to be locked behind titles, training, or theology degrees. This episode is a gentle but powerful invitation to open your Bible with curiosity, freedom, and expectation.
Whether you’re brand new to Scripture or returning after feeling disqualified, this conversation will remind you: you are invited to the table.
 
Connect with Kristin: https://www.shelovesbible.com/
Kristin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelovesbible
 
Heidi''s Book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours
Heidi's Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com
 
Sound bites:
"Navigating Bible Study: Tools and Resources"
"God desires to meet us in our quiet time."
"God's mercy is waiting for us to seek Him."
 
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Game Setup
02:56 Challenging the Lie of Bible Study
06:00 Personal Experiences with Scripture
09:01 Community and Bible Study
11:54 Approaching Scripture with Simplicity
14:55 Practical Bible Study Methods
17:58 Reading the Bible in Different Ways
21:02 Conclusion and Encouragement
23:59 Exploring Bible Study Tools
27:52 Powerful Conversations Through Scripture
32:51 God's Mercy and Compassion
36:55 Encouragement for the Unqualified
38:03 Rapid Fire Icebreaker Questions
 
Keywords: Bible study, faith, community, scripture, personal growth, encouragement, spiritual journey, Kristin Nave, Heidi Anderson, She Loves Bible

LIE: Find yourself vs. TRUTH: Find Him (Identity Crisis with Alena Franklin)

Ever been told to “look within” to discover who you really are? Maybe it came in the form of self-help advice, motivational quotes, or even well-meaning encouragement. But here’s the problem: when we look inward for identity, we buy into the very lie keeping us lost.
On this episode of Trade a Lie for a Truth, join Heidi Lee Anderson and Alena Pitts Franklin (actress, vocalist, and author of the devotional God Is) to uncover together the cultural lie that identity starts within... and exchange it for the life-giving truth: before we can know who we are, we must first know who God is.
 
✨ What you’ll discover in this episode:
➖Why the “search within” advice always leaves us empty
➖How Alena personally wrestled with identity and found freedom in Christ ➖The role honesty plays in reshaping our view of God and ourselves ➖How God’s unchanging character transforms our perspective on purpose, talents, and even past mistakes 📖 Scripture Highlight: Ephesians 2:10 – “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”
 
📚 Connect with Alena Franklin:
Instagram → www.instagram.com/thealenafranklin
Book → God Is (a devotional perfect for teens & young adults!) https://rstyle.me/+nUi1i4exeUOc6NGONNjCqw
 
💡 Listener Bonus: Share this episode or leave a review and you’ll be entered to win a copy of Alena’s devotional God Is!
 
📚 Connect with Heidi:
Heidi''s Book, All In, All Yours: https://heidileeandersonministries.com/allinallyours
Instagram: www.instagram.com/heidileeanderson
Further resources: https://heidileeandersonministries.com