The Love Offering

Rachael Adams
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Encouraging you to love God, others, and yourself—one faithful step at a time. Each week, host Rachael Adams sits down with inspiring women who are making a difference right where they are. Through honest conversations, biblical wisdom, and real-life stories, you'll be reminded that your everyday acts of love—no matter how small—matter deeply to God. You were created to live a life of impact. You were made to be a love offering. Subscribe today and be inspired to live out the greatest commandment in practical, powerful ways.

  1. 6d ago

    When You’re Emotionally Exhausted: Finding Hope and Strength to Keep Going with Leslie M. Bosserman

    Have you ever finished a long day, looked at everything you didn’t get done, and felt like you were falling behind? I have. Sometimes we’re carrying far more than anyone can see, yet we still expect ourselves to keep going as though nothing is heavy. This week on The Love Offering Podcast, I’m talking with Leslie M. Bosserman, author of Emotional Endurance, about what it takes to move through setbacks and disappointment with hope. We talk about: Why a setback doesn’t have to become your identity What to do when healing takes longer than you hoped How to notice when you need rest before you reach a breaking point A simple “ta-da list” that helped me see my day differently That last idea met me right where I am. As someone who loves a to-do list, I needed Leslie’s reminder to notice the good God has already done in and through me, even when the list isn’t finished. If you’re emotionally tired, I hope you’ll listen to this conversation. You can bring your weariness to Jesus, receive support, and take the next step with Him. Connect with Leslie: Emotional Endurance Book: www.EmotionalEnduranceBook.com Read More + Subscribe on Substack: www.lesliembosserman.substack.com Follow on Instagram: www.instagram.com/leadwithintention Watch Leslie’s TEDxTalk: www.bit.ly/TEDxLeslie Leslie’s Coaching Practice: www.LeadWithIntention.com Get Your FREE Gifts: www.lesliembosserman.com/gifts Connect with Rachael: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    When You’re Emotionally Exhausted: Finding Hope and Strength to Keep Going with Leslie M. Bosserman

  2. Sep 22

    Hope in Your Heartbreak: First Steps for Sexually Betrayed Wives with Ellen Mary Dykas

    Some conversations ask us to slow down, listen with compassion, and make room for the pain others may be carrying. This week's episode of The Love Offering Podcast is one of those conversations. I'm joined by Ellen Mary Dykas, director of Equipping for Ministry to Women at Harvest USA, to talk about finding hope after sexual betrayal. Whether this is part of your own story or you want to better support someone you love, Ellen offers compassionate, biblical guidance for walking through heartbreak with wisdom and grace. In our conversation, we discuss: Why sexual betrayal can feel so traumatic and disorienting Why a wife is not responsible for her husband's sinful choices How to recognize genuine repentance The differences between forgiveness, reconciliation, and restored trust How wise boundaries can support safety and healing What to look for in a trustworthy counselor, pastor, or friend How Jesus meets us in the middle of an unwanted journey If this subject is tender for you, please listen with care. You do not have to minimize your pain, rush your healing, or determine the entire future today. Jesus sees you, draws near to your broken heart, and will help you take the next faithful step.  Access the free six-session video course, Hope in Your Heartbreak: First Steps for Sexually Betrayed Wives: https://harvestusa.org/hope/ Learn more about Harvest USA and its resources: https://harvestusa.org/ Connect with Rachael: https://rachaelkadams.com/ If you are in danger or fear for your safety, contact emergency services or a qualified local professional who can help you create a safety plan. Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Hope in Your Heartbreak: First Steps for Sexually Betrayed Wives with Ellen Mary Dykas

  3. Sep 15

    Making Room for What Matters Most: A Conversation About Hushing Our Homes with Myquillyn Smith

    The rooms we tend are shaping the lives lived within them. The meals prepared in our kitchens, conversations shared around our tables, prayers whispered beside beds, and people welcomed through our doors all help turn a house into a home. This quiet, faithful work may feel ordinary, but it creates a place of peace, belonging, and love. This week on The Love Offering Podcast, I’m talking with bestselling author Myquillyn Smith about her new book, House Hushing. Myquillyn offers such practical and freeing wisdom for creating a home that feels peaceful, personal, and full of soul—without filling it with more stuff or waiting until everything is perfect. In our conversation, we talk about: Quieting the visual noise that can leave us feeling overwhelmed “Decluttering backward” without immediately getting rid of anything Releasing the guilt attached to sentimental or gifted belongings Creating a home that tells the story of the people who live there Welcoming others before everything feels finished Choosing connection over perfection Myquillyn’s words reminded me that tending our homes is about more than decorating. It is an opportunity to faithfully steward what God has entrusted to us. Our homes don’t have to be perfect to have a beautiful purpose—they can become places where our families rest, friends feel safe, neighbors are welcomed, and Christ’s love is generously offered. I hope this conversation encourages you to see your home, and the faithful care you give it, with fresh eyes. Learn more about Myquillyn Smith: Website: https://thenester.com/Follow Myquillyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenester/Find House Hushing wherever books are sold. Connect with Rachael: Website: https://rachaelkadams.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachaeladamsauthor/The Love Offering Podcast: https://rachaelkadams.com/the-love-offering-podcast/ Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Making Room for What Matters Most: A Conversation About Hushing Our Homes with Myquillyn Smith

  4. Sep 8

    Finding Your Identity in Christ in Every Season with Elizabeth Laing Thompson

    Have you ever felt a little lost when something that once defined your days suddenly changed? Children grow up. Careers shift. Ministries evolve. Dreams unfold differently than we imagined. Sometimes a season ends long before we are ready—and when our identity has become tangled up in what we do, that change can leave us wondering who we are. This week on The Love Offering Podcast, I’m talking with my friend Elizabeth Laing Thompson about her new 90-day devotional, In Season. Although the book was written for young female athletes, our conversation is for every woman who has felt pressure to perform, walked through disappointment, or questioned her worth when life did not go according to plan. Elizabeth and I talk about: • Separating who we are from what we do• Finding hidden growth within disappointment• Quieting comparison and listening to God’s voice• Making room for God during busy seasons• Receiving rest as an act of trust Friend, your worth is not measured by your performance, productivity, or recognition. Roles change, accomplishments fade, and seasons end—but you remain a beloved daughter of God. Connect with Elizabeth Laing Thompson:Website: https://lizzylife.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethlaingthompsonYouTube: Search “Elizabeth Laing Thompson” Learn more about Rachael Adams:https://rachaelkadams.com Discover more faith-filled podcasts from LifeAudio:https://www.lifeaudio.com Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Finding Your Identity in Christ in Every Season with Elizabeth Laing Thompson

  5. Sep 1

    Something Good Will Grow with Nicole Jacobsmeyer

    What if the darkest seasons of your life are not evidence that God has abandoned you—but the very soil where He is quietly growing something good? This week on The Love Offering Podcast, I’m talking with my dear friend Nicole Jacobsmeyer, author of Something Good Will Grow. Through her experiences with cancer, miscarriage, depression, rejection, and other deep wounds, Nicole has learned that God’s goodness is not absent in our suffering—even when we cannot yet see what He is doing. Nicole shares the beautiful imagery of flowers that bloom at night, quietly opening in the darkness for an audience of One. Together, we talk about trusting God when life feels like more than we can handle, waiting when our prayers seem unanswered, wrestling honestly with doubt, and loving others well through seasons of suffering. If you are walking through a painful or uncertain season, I pray this conversation reminds you that you have not been forgotten. God is with you in the darkness, His grace is sufficient, and something good can still grow. Connect with Nicole Jacobsmeyer Website: NicoleJacobsmeyer.com Instagram: @nicolejacobsmeyer Facebook: Nicole R. Jacobsmeyer Book: Something Good Will Grow Newsletter: Visit Nicole’s website to subscribe to her Front Porch Letters. Connect with Rachael Adams Website: RachaelKAdams.com Instagram: @rachaeladamsauthor Facebook: @rachaeladamsauthor Podcast: The Love Offering Podcast Contact: Connect with Rachael Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Something Good Will Grow with Nicole Jacobsmeyer

  6. Aug 26

    (Bonus) On The Ground with Samaritan's Purse - Keeping Faith through Difficulty

    In this special bonus episode from The Bible Explained, Host Jenn Kokal is joined by Kristy Graham, a dedicated wife, mom, and communications expert at Samaritan's Purse. Kristy shares her personal story of how her family's life was shaped by their involvement with Samaritan's Purse, and how her role in the organization's podcast, On the Ground, has been a game-changer for her faith. Kristy talks about the importance of prayer in the ministry, and how the organization's staff starts each day with Scripture and prayer. She shares stories of the organization's work in disaster relief, including training for doctors and nurses fighting the Ebola epidemic, their response to Hurricane Helene, and helping those devastated by earthquakes in Venezuela. Through these stories, Kristy highlights the impact of Samaritan's Purse's work in bringing hope, love, and comfort to those affected by disaster. Kristy also opens up about her own journey of learning to rely on God's strength, rather than her own. She shares how her role in the podcast has taught her the importance of rest and surrender, and how she's learning to say yes to God's plans, even when they don't make sense to her. Kristy's vulnerability and passion for her work will inspire you to take a closer look at your own faith in the One who comforts, heals, and loves. Listen to On the Ground with Samaritan's Purse to hear more faith-based stories of God's provision. Discover how you can get involved with Samaritan's Purse Learn about Operation Christmas Child Check out LifeAudio for other faith-based podcasts on parenting, studying Scripture, and more. Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

  7. Aug 25

    Finding Faith and Purpose After Loss with Cheri Fletcher

    Have you ever walked through a season when simply making it through the day felt like all you could manage? Maybe grief has changed everything. Perhaps the future looks nothing like you imagined, or someone you love is hurting, and you don’t know what to say. When life feels this heavy, people often encourage us to “hang in there.” But what happens when we no longer have the strength to keep holding on? My guest on this week’s episode of The Love Offering Podcast, Cheri Fletcher, shared a truth I haven’t stopped thinking about: “I’m not hanging in there. I’m being held in there.” After unexpectedly losing her daughter, Annie, in 2023, Cheri began recognizing the ways God had gone before her and prepared people and provisions to help carry her through her grief. His care didn’t take away her pain, but it reminded her that she wasn’t walking through it alone. Sometimes God’s presence looked like a friend sending a Scripture or prayer. Sometimes it was a neighbor bringing flowers, a pastor calling to check in, or even a bird singing outside her window. Each small kindness became a quiet reminder: You are still being held. In our tender conversation, Cheri shares: How to recognize God’s presence in the midst of grief Why sorrow may rewrite our stories without changing our identities How joy and heartache can exist at the same time What to say when we don’t know how to comfort someone Why our roles may change, but our purpose remains eternal Cheri also reminds us that we don’t need perfect words to love a grieving person well. Sometimes a simple “I’m so sorry,” a listening ear, or the willingness to say their loved one’s name can be a meaningful offering of love. If you feel like you are barely hanging on today, I pray this promise encourages you: “I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”—Isaiah 41:10 Friend, your hope isn’t found in how tightly you can hold on to God. Your hope is found in the truth that He is holding on to you. You are not forgotten. You are not alone. You are not merely hanging on. You are being held. With love,Rachael CONNECT WITH CHERI FLETCHER: Website and grief resources: https://cherifletcher.com Explore Cheri’s Beyond “I Don’t Know What to Say” Grief Communication Cards and her private community, Now What? A Quiet Place for Grief. CONNECT WITH RACHAEL ADAMS: Website: https://rachaelkadams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachaeladamsauthor Learn more about Everyday Prayers for Love and A Little Goes a Long Way: https://rachaelkadams.com/books Listen to more episodes of The Love Offering Podcast: https://rachaelkadams.com/the-love-offering-podcast Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Finding Faith and Purpose After Loss with Cheri Fletcher

  8. Aug 18

    Stop Striving and Start Abiding with Christine Hoy

    Have you ever approached your time with Jesus as one more task to complete? Read the Bible. Say the prayers. Check the box. Move on with the day. I understand that tendency because I've felt it too. We can love Jesus deeply while quietly treating our relationship with Him like a performance review—always wondering whether we are doing enough, growing enough, or getting it right. But Jesus never asked us to perform for His presence. He simply invited us to remain. In this week's episode of The Love Offering Podcast, I'm talking with author and speaker Christine Hoy about her book, Keeping Company with Jesus: Finding Peace in His Presence. Christine helps women trade perfectionism for peace, performance for presence, and striving for a gentler way of walking with Jesus. We talk about: Recognizing when faith has become more about obligation than relationship What Jesus' words about the vine and branches teach us about dependence Finding freedom from the pressure to have a “perfect” quiet time Returning to Jesus through simple prayers throughout the day Remaining faithful during spiritually dry seasons Practicing Sabbath rest in a distracted world Recognizing when the pursuit of holiness has become unhealthy striving Friend, you don't have to earn your place beside Jesus. He has already saved you a seat. You can stop striving, draw near, and receive the peace found only in His presence. I hope this conversation reminds you that even when you feel weary, distracted, or spiritually dry, Jesus still wants to keep company with you. CONNECT WITH CHRISTINE HOY: Website and free resources:https://christinecarterhoy.com/ Learn more about Christine and her books:https://christinecarterhoy.com/about/ Find Keeping Company with Jesus: Finding Peace in His Presence and Peace Beyond Perfection: Overcoming the Fear of Not Being Enough through Christine’s website. CONNECT WITH RACHAEL ADAMS: Website:https://rachaelkadams.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rachaeladamsauthor Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/rachaeladamsauthor Listen to The Love Offering Podcast:https://www.lifeaudio.com/the-love-offering Support the Show: https://rachaelkadams.com/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

    Stop Striving and Start Abiding with Christine Hoy
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Encouraging you to love God, others, and yourself—one faithful step at a time. Each week, host Rachael Adams sits down with inspiring women who are making a difference right where they are. Through honest conversations, biblical wisdom, and real-life stories, you'll be reminded that your everyday acts of love—no matter how small—matter deeply to God. You were created to live a life of impact. You were made to be a love offering. Subscribe today and be inspired to live out the greatest commandment in practical, powerful ways.

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  • Creator
    Rachael Adams
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    407
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Love Offering

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