On the Path with Cheryl Nembhard

Cheryl Nembhard
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What if the struggles you’ve faced are the very lessons launching you into purpose? On The Path isn’t just another podcast—it’s a space for real, raw, and life-changing conversations. Join award-winning host Cheryl Nembhard and her incredible guests as they share unfiltered stories of heartbreak, triumph, and the wisdom gained along the way. Every episode is designed to ignite your faith, fuel your purpose, and remind you that you are not alone. If you’ve ever asked God, “What am I here for?” or wondered how to keep going when life gets hard—this is your sign. You’re exactly where you need to be: On The Path.

  1. Jul 30

    S6 E24 | GAZING AT GOD with Sharon Hodde Miller

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to On The Path with Cheryl Nembhard! This week, Cheryl sits down with Dr. Sharon Hodde Miller — pastor, bestselling author, and trusted voice on faith, identity, and spiritual formation. Together, they discuss her newest book, Gazing at God: A 40-Day Journey to Great Freedom from Self. In a culture consumed with self-improvement, self-promotion, and constant comparison, Sharon offers a refreshing invitation to shift our focus away from ourselves and back to God. Through biblical wisdom and personal vulnerability, she explores how true freedom isn't found in thinking more highly of ourselves—or more poorly—but in thinking of ourselves less and gazing more fully at Christ. In this life-giving conversation, they explore: Why making ourselves the centre of our story leaves us spiritually exhaustedThe difference between healthy self-awareness and self-obsessionHow shifting our gaze from ourselves to God brings lasting freedomPractical hope for overcoming comparison, insecurity, and self-criticismIf you've ever felt trapped by the pressure to measure up, constantly compared yourself to others, or longed for deeper peace in your walk with God, this conversation will encourage you to lift your eyes and rediscover the freedom found in Christ. Listen now and begin the journey from self-focus to God-focus—where true freedom is found. 🔗 Connect with Sharon Hodde Miller Website: https://sheworships.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharonhmiller/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharonhoddemiller/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@sharonhmiller X (Twitter): https://x.com/SHoddeMiller Connect with Cheryl Nembhard: Website: https://www.cherylnembhard.com/ Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/cherylnembhard/?hl=en  Instagram (On The Path): https://www.instagram.com/onthepathshow/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cherylnembhard?xmt=AQF04unA4X27iKljc4qJoOCIJk4bvYSK316CaIVqlk8TsJo Watch & Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CherylNembhardTV 🔗 Connect with Compassion Canada: Website: http://cmpsn.ca/mwsVgVVqSs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/compassionca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassionCA Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassionCAD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassion-canada/ #OnThePath #faith #author #gazingatgod #spiritualgrowth #christianpodcast #sharonhoddemiller #womenoffaith #author #trust #movewithcompassion  #compassioncanada  Support the show

  2. Jul 23

    S6 E23| COUNTERWEIGHTS with Shannan Martin

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to On The Path with Cheryl Nembhard! This week, Cheryl sits down with Shannan Martin — bestselling author, speaker, and beloved voice on faith, community, and finding the sacred in everyday life. Together, they unpack her newest book, Counterweights: An Essential Practice for Holding Hope in a Heavy World. In a world that often feels overwhelming, Shannan offers a refreshing invitation, not to ignore life's hardships, but to discover the practices that help us hold both sorrow and hope at the same time. Through honest storytelling and practical wisdom, she reminds us that joy isn't the absence of pain, it's a companion that helps carry us through it. In this hope-filled conversation, they explore: The powerful idea behind Counterweights and how it differs from toxic positivitySimple practices for finding hope in the middle of grief and overwhelmWhat it means to embrace the "chaotic abundance" of everyday lifeHow faith anchors us through life's heaviest seasonsWhether you're carrying grief, feeling weighed down by the world, or simply longing to notice God's goodness again, this conversation offers practical encouragement for finding hope in the ordinary. Listen now and discover how small, intentional practices can become the counterweights that steady your soul. 🔗 Connect with Shannan Martin: Website: https://www.shannanmartin.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannanwrites/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@shannanwrites Connect with Cheryl Nembhard: Website: https://www.cherylnembhard.com/ Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/cherylnembhard/?hl=en  Instagram (On The Path): https://www.instagram.com/onthepathshow/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cherylnembhard?xmt=AQF04unA4X27iKljc4qJoOCIJk4bvYSK316CaIVqlk8TsJo Watch & Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CherylNembhardTV 🔗 Connect with Compassion Canada: Website: http://cmpsn.ca/mwsVgVVqSs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/compassionca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassionCA Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassionCAD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassion-canada/ #OnThePath #faith #author #counterweights #spiritualgrowth #christianpodcast #shannanmartin #womenoffaith #author #trust #movewithcompassion  #compassioncanada  Support the show

  3. Jul 6

    S6 E22 | TWENTY-FOUR PLUS ONE with Ash Ruddy

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to On The Path with Cheryl Nembhard! This week, Cheryl sits down with Ash Ruddy — award-winning business coach, speaker, advocate, and author of Twenty-Four + One: A Mother's Story of Faith, Love, and Miracles. When Ash gave birth at just 24 weeks, her world changed in an instant. What followed was a long and uncertain NICU journey that tested her faith, redefined her understanding of motherhood, and revealed God's presence in the darkest moments. In this deeply moving conversation, Ash shares the story behind her memoir and the miracles, surrender, and resilience that carried her family through. In this heartfelt conversation, they explore: The powerful story behind Twenty-Four + One and its life-changing titleFinding God's presence in seasons of fear, uncertainty, and waitingWhat surrender and trust really look like when life feels out of controlEncouragement for anyone navigating an unexpected turn in lifeAsh's story is a beautiful reminder that even in our most fragile moments, God is faithful. Whether you're walking through hardship, waiting for a breakthrough, or searching for hope in the middle of uncertainty, this conversation will encourage your heart and strengthen your faith. Listen now and be inspired by a remarkable story of faith, miracles, and the God who never leaves us in the storm. 🔗 Connect with Ash Ruddy: Website: https://ashruddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theashruddy/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ash-ruddy-55477a22/  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theashruddy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@theAshRuddy Connect with Cheryl Nembhard: Website: https://www.cherylnembhard.com/ Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/cherylnembhard/?hl=en  Instagram (On The Path): https://www.instagram.com/onthepathshow/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cherylnembhard?xmt=AQF04unA4X27iKljc4qJoOCIJk4bvYSK316CaIVqlk8TsJo Watch & Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CherylNembhardTV 🔗 Connect with Compassion Canada: Website: http://cmpsn.ca/mwsVgVVqSs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/compassionca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassionCA Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassionCAD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassion-canada/ #OnThePath #faith #twentyfourplusone #spiritualgrowth #christianpodcast #faithjourney #baby #disability #womenoffaith #author #trust #movewithcompassion  #compassioncanada  Support the show

  4. Jun 25

    S6 E21| THE IMPACT OF COMPASSION with Eric Kaiya

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to On The Path with Cheryl Nembhard! This week, Cheryl sits down with Eric Kaiya — a Compassion alumni whose story is a remarkable testimony of resilience, hope, and the life-changing power of being seen. After losing his father at just eight years old, Eric's childhood in Uganda was marked by poverty, displacement, and the painful belief that his life held little value. But through the support of his local church, Compassion's sponsorship program, and a sponsor named Dora who chose to invest in his future, everything began to change. Today, Eric lives in Canada with his wife and son and serves as a Settlement Service Worker, helping vulnerable newcomer families build a new life—offering the same hope that once transformed his own. In this inspiring conversation, they explore: How poverty shaped Eric's identity and how hope helped restore itThe life-changing impact of sponsorship, encouragement, and being chosenWhy compassion has the power to transform a child's entire futureHow Eric is now helping others find hope through his work with newcomer familiesEric's story is a powerful reminder that one act of compassion can change the trajectory of a life. If you've ever wondered whether your generosity can make a lasting difference, this conversation will show you just how far hope can travel. Listen now and be encouraged by a story of redemption, resilience, and the extraordinary impact of choosing to care. 🔗 Connect with Eric Kaiya: Eric's story: https://www.compassion.ca/blog/if-only-you-knew-eric/   Learn more about Eric: https://digital.faithtoday.ca/faithtoday/05062024/MobilePagedArticle.action?articleId=1972539#articleId1972539   🔗 Connect with Cheryl Nembhard: Website: https://www.cherylnembhard.com/ Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/cherylnembhard/?hl=en Instagram (On The Path): https://www.instagram.com/onthepathshow/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cherylnembhard?xmt=AQF04unA4X27iKljc4qJoOCIJk4bvYSK316CaIVqlk8TsJo Watch & Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CherylNembhardTV  🔗 Connect with Compassion Canada: Website: http://cmpsn.ca/mwsVgVVqSs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/compassionca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassionCA Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassionCAD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassion-canada/  #OnThePath #faithandlife #bible #compassion #sponsored #poverty #christian #sponsorship #sponsored #hope #freedom #healing #support #christianpodcast #christianity #movewithcompassion #compassioncanada  Support the show

  5. Jun 22

    S6 E20| THE MARRIAGE GAME PLAN with George & Tondra Gregory

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to On The Path with Cheryl Nembhard! This week, Cheryl sits down with George and Tondra Gregory — marriage coaches, ministry leaders, co-founders of Journey for Life, and authors of The Marriage Game Plan: Developing a Winning Strategy for Marital Success. After 30 years of marriage, decades of counseling experience, and serving as chaplains to NFL players, coaches, and families, George and Tondra have learned that thriving marriages don't happen by accident—they require vision, intentionality, and a commitment to growing together through every season. In this honest and practical conversation, they share wisdom from their own journey and offer biblical insights for couples who want to build a stronger, healthier, and more purposeful marriage. In this encouraging conversation, they explore: Why every marriage needs a clear game plan and shared visionThe four God-given purposes of marriageHow couples can rebuild trust and get back on the same teamWhat 30 years of marriage has taught them about love, faith, and perseveranceWhether you're newly married, celebrating decades together, or hoping to strengthen your relationship, this episode offers practical tools and timeless wisdom for building a marriage that lasts. Listen now and discover how God's design for marriage can help you move from simply surviving to truly thriving together. 🔗 Connect with George & Tondra Gregory: Website: https://journeyforlifenow.org/about/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tondragregory/ & https://www.instagram.com/georgeagregory/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/journeyforlifenow/  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL1JrBhQPUQYQduFivX7quw?view_as=subscriber Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.com/Marriage-Game-Plan-Developing-Strategy/dp/0830786740?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnhRwBnNhn0BRS0C1WKX9teGdJcB0jjg3vlF3p8iWYOHzBfWIpky784F7rjeo_aem_lxJoruGwoGpUC5k8W8dl7g 🔗 Connect with Cheryl Nembhard: Website: https://www.cherylnembhard.com/ Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/cherylnembhard/?hl=en  Instagram (On The Path): https://www.instagram.com/onthepathshow/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cherylnembhard?xmt=AQF04unA4X27iKljc4qJoOCIJk4bvYSK316CaIVqlk8TsJo Watch & Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CherylNembhardTV 🔗 Connect with Compassion Canada: Website: http://cmpsn.ca/mwsVgVVqSs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/compassionca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassionCA Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassionCAD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassion-canada/ #OnThePath #marriage #book #themarriagegameplan #authors #spiritualgrowth #christianpodcast #scripture #christianity #movewithcompassion #compassioncanada  Support the show

  6. Jun 18

    S6 E19| CHOOSING THE OPPOSITE with Tammy Melchien

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to On The Path with Cheryl Nembhard! This week, Cheryl sits down with Tammy Melchien — teaching pastor, writer, and author of Choosing the Opposite: How the Sermon on the Mount Helps us Rethink Our Assumptions, Recalibrate Our Instincts, and Rediscover the Way of Jesus. In a culture driven by outrage, division, busyness, and the pursuit of approval, Tammy invites us to rediscover the radical wisdom of Jesus found in the Sermon on the Mount. Through thoughtful biblical insight and practical application, she challenges us to embrace a different way of living—one marked by humility, peace, surrender, and wholehearted devotion to God. In this thought-provoking conversation, they explore:  How Jesus calls us to live differently in a reactive and divided world  The deeper meaning of shalom and God's vision for wholeness  Why solitude and attentiveness to the Holy Spirit are essential for spiritual growth  What "financial heart disease" is and how it impacts our relationship with God Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by the noise of culture, struggling to find peace, or longing to follow Jesus more intentionally, this conversation offers wisdom, hope, and practical encouragement for the journey. Listen now and discover how choosing the opposite may be the very path that leads you closer to the heart of Jesus.  🔗 Connect with Tammy Melchien: Website: https://tammymelchien.com/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tammelch/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tammymelchien Threads: https://www.threads.com/@tammelch?xmt=AQG0QeLvqaNEwVNEzQSZKi9Y6RETdE9-KAyNrotwys45UlE 🔗 Connect with Cheryl Nembhard: Website: https://www.cherylnembhard.com/ Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/cherylnembhard/?hl=en  Instagram (On The Path): https://www.instagram.com/onthepathshow/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cherylnembhard?xmt=AQF04unA4X27iKljc4qJoOCIJk4bvYSK316CaIVqlk8TsJo Watch & Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CherylNembhardTV 🔗 Connect with Compassion Canada: Website: http://cmpsn.ca/mwsVgVVqSs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/compassionca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassionCA Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassionCAD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassion-canada/ #OnThePath #faithandlife #bible #spiritualgrowth #christianpodcast #scripture #christianity #bible #choosingtheopposite #author #movewithcompassion #compassioncanada  Support the show

  7. Jun 4

    S6 E18| GROWING WITH COMPASSION with Ria Kalaw

    Send us Fan Mail It's Compassion Week at On The Path, where we're highlighting the incredible work of Compassion Canada! This week, Cheryl sits down with Ria Kalaw — a proud Compassion alumna whose story is a powerful testament to the life-changing impact of hope, sponsorship, and God's faithfulness. Born and raised in Baguio City, Philippines, Ria grew up in poverty and often felt unseen. Everything changed when she joined the Compassion program through her local church and was sponsored by a university student named Alvina. Today, Ria serves with Compassion Canada and sponsors a child from the very same Compassion centre where her own journey began. In this inspiring conversation, they explore: How sponsorship helped Ria discover her worth and God-given potentialThe life-changing impact of encouragement, prayer, and being seenWhy investing in children can transform entire communitiesWhat her journey has taught her about faith, purpose, and generosityRia's story is a beautiful reminder that one act of compassion can change a life forever. If you've ever wondered whether one person can make a difference, this conversation will leave you inspired and hopeful. Listen now and discover the power of hope, faith, and generosity. 🔗 Connect with Ria Kalaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riakalaw/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ria-nazarene-kalaw/  🔗 Connect with Cheryl Nembhard: Website: https://www.cherylnembhard.com/ Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/cherylnembhard/?hl=en  Instagram (On The Path): https://www.instagram.com/onthepathshow/?hl=en Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cherylnembhard?xmt=AQF04unA4X27iKljc4qJoOCIJk4bvYSK316CaIVqlk8TsJo Watch & Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CherylNembhardTV  🔗 Connect with Compassion Canada: Website: http://cmpsn.ca/mwsVgVVqSs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/compassionca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassionCA Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassionCAD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassion-canada/  #OnThePath #faithandlife #bible #compassion #sponsored #poverty #christian #sponsorship #sponsored #christianpodcast #christianity #movewithcompassion #compassioncanada  Support the show

  8. Jun 2

    S6 E17| A HEART OF COMPASSION with Joshua Leventhal

    Send us Fan Mail It's Compassion Week at On The Path, where we're highlighting the incredible work of Compassion Canada! This week, Cheryl sits down with Joshua Leventhal — JUNO-nominated and two-time GMA Award-winning recording artist known for his poetic storytelling and deeply reflective songwriting. Together, they explore his upcoming album 'Tapiseri' and the threads of faith, compassion, beauty, and brokenness that have shaped both his music and his life. In this conversation, they discuss: - How to hold beauty and pain together without losing hope - The heart behind Tapiseri and seeing life as a tapestry woven by God - What Compassion Canada has taught him about faith, generosity, and the global Church - How worship, community, and life's storms have shaped his relationship with God If you've ever wrestled with waiting, wondered how suffering and joy can coexist, or longed to see God's hand at work in your life — this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now and discover how God weaves every thread into something beautiful. 🔗 Connect with Joshua Leventhal: Website: https://www.joshualeventhal.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshualeventhal/?hl=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshualeventhalmusic/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0v4Z3oeoImzlsCniDL7em5 Threads: https://www.threads.com/@joshualeventhal?xmt=AQG0clREkkvOrl3ts2ygLzhs9fVTNlaLqlopNTPmQnrtk1I  🔗 Connect with Cheryl Nembhard: Website: https://www.cherylnembhard.com/  Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/cherylnembhard/?hl=en   Instagram (On The Path): https://www.instagram.com/onthepathshow/?hl=en  Threads: https://www.threads.com/@cherylnembhard?xmt=AQF04unA4X27iKljc4qJoOCIJk4bvYSK316CaIVqlk8TsJo  Watch & Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CherylNembhardTV  🔗 Connect with Compassion Canada: Website: http://cmpsn.ca/mwsVgVVqSs  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/compassionca/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CompassionCA  Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CompassionCAD  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compassion-canada/  #OnThePath #faithandlife #bible #compassion #artist #christian #music #singer #sponsorship #christianpodcast #christianity #movewithcompassion #compassioncanada  Support the show

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What if the struggles you’ve faced are the very lessons launching you into purpose? On The Path isn’t just another podcast—it’s a space for real, raw, and life-changing conversations. Join award-winning host Cheryl Nembhard and her incredible guests as they share unfiltered stories of heartbreak, triumph, and the wisdom gained along the way. Every episode is designed to ignite your faith, fuel your purpose, and remind you that you are not alone. If you’ve ever asked God, “What am I here for?” or wondered how to keep going when life gets hard—this is your sign. You’re exactly where you need to be: On The Path.

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  • Creator
    Cheryl Nembhard
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    145
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 On the Path with Cheryl Nembhard
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    On the Path with Cheryl Nembhard

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