Living the Reclaimed Life

Denisha
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Do you desire to live a life of freedom that is unhindered from the pain of your past? You may be putting on a smile to others, yet inside you feel stuck. Join Denisha Workizer, Pastor and trauma survivor, to hear conversations about healing, transformation, and hope. If you want to reclaim your story and boldly embrace your purpose, then this show is for you.

  1. 14h ago

    How to Say Yes to God When That Takes You Into the Unknown ~ Zach Imboden Ep. 167

    Send us Fan Mail What do you do when you sense God asking you to take a step, but you have no idea where that step will lead? If you’re anything like Denisha, you’d love for God to hand you a five-year plan in a three-ring binder, complete with color-coded tabs. But often, God doesn’t give us the whole roadmap. Instead, He invites us to stay close, listen for His voice, and trust Him with the next step. In this special episode of Living the Reclaimed Life, Denisha is switching seats and becoming the guest. This conversation originally aired on Zach Imboden’s Full Life Coaching podcast, and Zach graciously gave us permission to share it with the Reclaimed Story community. Zach is a pastor, leadership and marriage coach, and spiritual director who helps leaders, couples, and ministry teams cultivate lives rooted in God’s presence rather than the pressure to perform. He is passionate about prayer, spiritual formation, and helping people experience the full life Jesus promised. Together, Zach and Denisha talk honestly about what it means to trust God in seasons of uncertainty. They explore discernment, fear, control, obedience, and the wrestling that can happen when God’s invitation takes us somewhere we never expected. Denisha shares moments from her own journey when God asked for her yes, from reconnecting with her biological father after 30 years, to stepping onto a stage when she would have preferred the back row, to eventually starting Reclaimed Story. Again and again, she has discovered that obedience doesn’t always come with understanding first. Sometimes you have to put your feet in the water before you see God part it. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Why faith is less about knowing the destination and more about trusting the One who is leading youHow relationship with God becomes the foundation for discernmentWhat to do when you’re afraid you might make the “wrong” decisionWhy God is bigger than our decisionsThe prayer Denisha has been asking in uncertain seasons: “Jesus, what are You inviting me into?”How curiosity can help us release our demand for certaintyWhy wrestling with God can still be part of a trusting relationshipHow past experiences of God’s faithfulness help us take the next stepWhat it means to become so convinced of God’s goodness that, even when we wrestle, our hearts keep coming back to yesMaybe you’re facing a career change, a new opportunity, grief, a relationship decision, a calling that feels bigger than you, or simply a next step you cannot quite see. You don’t have to know where the path is going when you know the character of the One you’re following. As Denisha shares in this conversation, certainty isn’t found in knowing exactly what comes next. It is found in knowing Who you are clinging to. Scriptures Mentioned Proverbs 3:5–6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding…” John 15:5 “I am the vine; you are the branches…” Joshua 3 The Israelites step into the Jordan before the waters part. Isaiah 30:21 “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’” Connect with Zach Learn more about Zach Imboden, coaching, spiritual direction, and his work at FullLifeForYou.com, and listen to his podcast, Full Life Coaching. Connect with Denisha Learn more about Denisha’s speaking, coaching, and leadership training at DenishaWorkizer.com. To learn more about Reclaimed Story and find resources, encouragement, community, and opportunities to connect, visit ReclaimedStory.com. This episode originally aired on Full Life Coaching with Zach Imboden and is shared here with his permission. Here are two FREE Ebooks for you! 1. Shame Off You: 10 steps to shattering shame in your life, HERE. 2. ABC's: CLICK HERE for a FREE E-book to help you combat lies and replace them with God's truth.  For more encouragement, check out some of our offerings at www.reclaimedstory.com Did you know we have a jewelry line that speaks to your identity in Jesus? CLICK HERE to shop. Every purchase helps support our mission to provide healing and hope to women worldwide. Would you partner with us to spread the message of hope and healing? You can DONATE HERE.  Living the Reclaimed Life is a Reclaimed Story, Inc. podcast, An Arizona non-profit corporation. If you would like to connect with a safe group of women doing real-life together, join our private Facebook page, “Living the Reclaimed Life” or on  Facebook  or Instagram

  2. Aug 3

    Jesus Pursued Me ~ Tess Jurgens Ep. 166

    Send us Fan Mail What if the greatest truth about your story is not what happened to you, but who never stopped pursuing you? In this deeply moving episode of Living the Reclaimed Life, Robin Blumenthal sits down with author, speaker, and innovation expert Tess Jurgens to share a story of heartbreak, healing, and unwavering hope. From the outside, Tess appeared successful. She earned a PhD in Chemical Engineering, built a thriving consulting business, authored multiple books, and spent decades helping organizations grow through creativity and innovation. Yet behind the accomplishments was a woman living through years of emotional abuse, control, and isolation. After thirty years of marriage, Tess found herself leaving with little more than a few belongings, trusting God to lead her one step at a time into an entirely new life. Robin and Tess also explore what it means to discover freedom after years of believing the painful messages spoken by others. Together they discuss identity, purpose, community, and the healing that comes when we begin believing what God says about us instead. If you have ever felt unseen, stuck, rejected, or wondered if God still has a purpose for your life, this conversation will remind you that hope is never out of reach. Tess has a book coming out soon - “Project Me: Becoming a Creative Christian Leader” Stay connected with Tess: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresajurgens/ Connect with Reclaimed Story If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that Jesus is still pursuing her. Healing happens one story at a time, and your story matters. Visit ReclaimedStory.com to explore our podcast, articles, events, jewelry collection, and the Reclaimed Community, a place where women can heal, grow, and discover they are never alone. Here are two FREE Ebooks for you! 1. Shame Off You: 10 steps to shattering shame in your life, HERE. 2. ABC's: CLICK HERE for a FREE E-book to help you combat lies and replace them with God's truth.  For more encouragement, check out some of our offerings at www.reclaimedstory.com Did you know we have a jewelry line that speaks to your identity in Jesus? CLICK HERE to shop. Every purchase helps support our mission to provide healing and hope to women worldwide. Would you partner with us to spread the message of hope and healing? You can DONATE HERE.  Living the Reclaimed Life is a Reclaimed Story, Inc. podcast, An Arizona non-profit corporation. If you would like to connect with a safe group of women doing real-life together, join our private Facebook page, “Living the Reclaimed Life” or on  Facebook  or Instagram

  3. Jul 22

    Held in Hope, Finding Jesus in the Midst of Pregnancy and Infant Loss ~ Brittanie Freshour / Kayla Fowler Ep.165

    Send us Fan Mail Pregnancy and infant loss is a grief that many women carry quietly. Whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss, it is a journey that can leave families feeling isolated, misunderstood, and searching for hope. In this deeply personal conversation, Deborah Murphy is joined by Kayla Fowler and Brittany Freshour, leaders of Held in Hope, a ministry that walks alongside women who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss. Together, they share their own stories of loss, the questions they wrestled with, and the ways God met them through unimaginable heartbreak. Kayla shares the journey of multiple miscarriages, the prayers she prayed, the moments when God said "no," and how community helped sustain her faith through seasons of grief. Brittany shares the story of losing her daughter Sadie at 36 weeks, the profound sorrow of stillbirth, and how that experience transformed her relationship with God. Rather than offering easy answers, this conversation honestly explores grief while pointing listeners toward the hope found in Christ. Kayla and Brittany also share how their experiences led them to help other women through Held in Hope, creating a place where no one has to walk this journey alone. If you have experienced the loss of a baby, or if you love someone who has, this episode offers compassionate encouragement and the reminder that God is near to the brokenhearted. In this episode you'll hear: Kayla's story of multiple miscarriages and how God sustained her through each loss.Brittany's experience of stillbirth and the impact it had on her faith.The importance of allowing yourself to grieve and giving loss a voice.How community can make a difference during seasons of deep sorrow.The difference between cultural hope and the hope found in Jesus Christ.The heart behind the ministry Held in Hope and how it serves grieving families.Connect with Held in Hope Held in Hope provides support for women walking through pregnancy and infant loss through monthly gatherings, online connection, and a private Facebook community. Email: heldinhope1519@gmail.com Facebook Book Recommendation: Held - by Abbey Wedgeworth - this is the book that we have been going through as a group at our Held in Hope meetings, each chapter is so rich and points the reader back to the Bible.  Here are two FREE Ebooks for you! 1. Shame Off You: 10 steps to shattering shame in your life, HERE. 2. ABC's: CLICK HERE for a FREE E-book to help you combat lies and replace them with God's truth.  For more encouragement, check out some of our offerings at www.reclaimedstory.com Did you know we have a jewelry line that speaks to your identity in Jesus? CLICK HERE to shop. Every purchase helps support our mission to provide healing and hope to women worldwide. Would you partner with us to spread the message of hope and healing? You can DONATE HERE.  Living the Reclaimed Life is a Reclaimed Story, Inc. podcast, An Arizona non-profit corporation. If you would like to connect with a safe group of women doing real-life together, join our private Facebook page, “Living the Reclaimed Life” or on  Facebook  or Instagram

  4. Jul 9

    Why Do I React the Way I Do? What Your Brain Is Really Doing ~ Rick Griffin Ep. 164

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, Why did I react like that? Maybe you've promised yourself you wouldn't lose your patience, shut down, or become defensive again, only to find yourself falling into the same patterns. What if those reactions aren't simply about willpower? In this fascinating conversation, Robin Blumenthal sits down with neuroscience educator and founder of the Neural Leadership Academy, Rick Griffin, to explore how our brains are constantly working behind the scenes to predict, protect, and conserve energy. Understanding these hidden processes can completely change the way we view ourselves and the people we love. Rather than responding with shame or frustration, you'll learn how curiosity opens the door to healthier relationships, greater self-awareness, and lasting change. Whether you're navigating parenting, marriage, friendships, leadership, or your own healing journey, this episode offers practical insights that can help you respond with greater wisdom and compassion. In This Episode You'll Discover: • Why knowing what to do doesn't always translate into doing it • The surprising reason your brain falls back on old habits during stressful moments • How brain energy impacts your emotions, communication, and decision making • Four hidden sources of strain that affect every relationship • Why curiosity is one of the most powerful tools for healing and connection • How to recognize when you or someone else needs safety, clarity, rest, or reduced overwhelm • Practical ways to pause, reset, and respond instead of simply reacting • A simple framework that can help you navigate difficult conversations with greater confidence This conversation will help you understand that behavior is often the result of a brain under strain, not simply a lack of character or self-control. That shift in perspective can transform the way you relate to yourself and to others. Connect with Rick Griffin Learn more about Rick's work, neuroscience education, and Neuro Nation resources through the Neural Leadership Academy and his weekly Substack. www.neuro-la.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-griffin-nla/ Share This Episode If this conversation encouraged you, share it with a friend, spouse, parent, counselor, ministry leader, or anyone who desires healthier relationships and a deeper understanding of how God designed the brain to work. Healing often begins with understanding, and sometimes one new perspective can change everything. Here are two FREE Ebooks for you! 1. Shame Off You: 10 steps to shattering shame in your life, HERE. 2. ABC's: CLICK HERE for a FREE E-book to help you combat lies and replace them with God's truth.  For more encouragement, check out some of our offerings at www.reclaimedstory.com Did you know we have a jewelry line that speaks to your identity in Jesus? CLICK HERE to shop. Every purchase helps support our mission to provide healing and hope to women worldwide. Would you partner with us to spread the message of hope and healing? You can DONATE HERE.  Living the Reclaimed Life is a Reclaimed Story, Inc. podcast, An Arizona non-profit corporation. If you would like to connect with a safe group of women doing real-life together, join our private Facebook page, “Living the Reclaimed Life” or on  Facebook  or Instagram

  5. Jun 24

    We All Have a Shechem: The Place Where We Need to Meet Jesus ~ Leanna Magelli Ep.163

    Send us Fan Mail What if we've been looking at the Samaritan woman through the wrong lens all along? In this powerful teaching, Bible teacher Leanna Magelli invites us to take a fresh look at one of the most familiar stories in Scripture, John 4, the Samaritan woman at the well. As Leanna digs into the geography, history, and context surrounding this passage, she uncovers surprising connections between the woman at the well and Dinah's story in Genesis. She explores what happened in the land of Shechem, a place marked by abuse, violence, betrayal, and brokenness, and why Jesus intentionally chose to walk through Samaria and stop at that particular well. She paints a picture of a woman carrying deep pain and loss, a woman Jesus pursued, saw, and entrusted with His message. If you've ever struggled with shame, felt overlooked, carried wounds from your past, or wondered if God truly sees you, this episode is for you. This episode is provided by our Sponsor, Southwest Investment Advisors - "As financial advisors, they spend their careers helping people plan for the future. While supporting organizations like ours that assist families and provide compassionate care. This aligns with their commitment to helping individuals and communities thrive." You can connect with them at www.siatucson.com. Now let's get the hot take on the woman at the well...  In This Episode We Discuss: • Why Jesus "had to" go through Samaria • The connection between John 4 and Genesis 33-34 • What happened in Shechem and why it matters • A different perspective on the Samaritan woman's five husbands • How Jesus approaches our deepest wounds • Why God consistently values, protects, and elevates women throughout Scripture • The difference between seeing yourself through the world's lens versus God's lens • How Jesus redeems what has been done to us and what we have done • Why suffering and joy often walk hand in hand • What it means to allow God to reclaim your story Key Scriptures John 4:1-42 Genesis 33-34 Acts 1:8 A Final Encouragement The Samaritan woman didn't have to explain her pain to Jesus. He already knew. He knew her story, her losses, her wounds, and He still chose her. The same is true for us. Jesus knows the things we've done, the things that have been done to us, and the places we still carry shame. Yet He continues to pursue us with love, offering healing, redemption, and living water. Whatever your "Shechem" may be, the place marked by pain, loss, disappointment, betrayal, or brokenness, Jesus is willing to meet you there. Because you are seen. You are known. You are loved. And your story is not over. Enjoy more of Leanna's Bible teachings as well as her Pastors at https://www.youtube.com/@FCC_TUCSON Connect with Reclaimed Story Website: reclaimedstory.com Download the Reclaimed Story App anywhere you grab your apps. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube ~ @reclaimedstory Listen to more episodes of Living the Reclaimed Life Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts.  Because your story can become your strength. Here are two FREE Ebooks for you! 1. Shame Off You: 10 steps to shattering shame in your life, HERE. 2. ABC's: CLICK HERE for a FREE E-book to help you combat lies and replace them with God's truth.  For more encouragement, check out some of our offerings at www.reclaimedstory.com Did you know we have a jewelry line that speaks to your identity in Jesus? CLICK HERE to shop. Every purchase helps support our mission to provide healing and hope to women worldwide. Would you partner with us to spread the message of hope and healing? You can DONATE HERE.  Living the Reclaimed Life is a Reclaimed Story, Inc. podcast, An Arizona non-profit corporation. If you would like to connect with a safe group of women doing real-life together, join our private Facebook page, “Living the Reclaimed Life” or on  Facebook  or Instagram

  6. Jun 8

    Walking With the Grieving ~ Ashley Hughes Ep. 162

    Send us Fan Mail Grief is something none of us can avoid, yet many of us feel completely unprepared when it touches our lives or the lives of those we love. In this episode of Living the Reclaimed Life, co-host Robin Blumenthal sits down with Ashley Hughes, founder and executive director of Joy in the Mourning. After experiencing the traumatic loss of her husband at a young age, Ashley found herself navigating a journey she never expected. Through her own grief, God planted a passion in her heart to help others who are walking through loss and to equip friends, families, churches, and communities to better support those who are grieving. Ashley shares her personal story, the lessons she has learned through suffering, and practical ways we can come alongside those experiencing loss with compassion, understanding, and hope. This conversation offers encouragement for anyone who is grieving, as well as valuable insight for those who want to be a better friend, family member, or support person to someone facing one of life's most difficult seasons. Sponsor Spotlight: Joy in the Mourning This episode is sponsored by Joy in the Mourning. Joy in the Mourning exists to support those who are walking through grief by equipping individuals and communities with resources, training, and compassionate support so that no one has to navigate grief alone. Be sure to explore their support app and resources designed to help you become the kind of friend that someone who is grieving truly needs. Stay Connected with Ashley:  joyinthemourning.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyinthemourningnational/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyinthemourningnational Connect With Us If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who may need hope today. For more resources, stories, articles, podcast episodes, and community, download the Reclaimed Story app and join us as we learn to live the reclaimed life together. Here are two FREE Ebooks for you! 1. Shame Off You: 10 steps to shattering shame in your life, HERE. 2. ABC's: CLICK HERE for a FREE E-book to help you combat lies and replace them with God's truth.  For more encouragement, check out some of our offerings at www.reclaimedstory.com Did you know we have a jewelry line that speaks to your identity in Jesus? CLICK HERE to shop. Every purchase helps support our mission to provide healing and hope to women worldwide. Would you partner with us to spread the message of hope and healing? You can DONATE HERE.  Living the Reclaimed Life is a Reclaimed Story, Inc. podcast, An Arizona non-profit corporation. If you would like to connect with a safe group of women doing real-life together, join our private Facebook page, “Living the Reclaimed Life” or on  Facebook  or Instagram

  7. May 25

    What Does the Bible Say About Healthy Living? ~ Nelly Holst Ep. 161

    Send us Fan Mail What if caring for your health could become an act of worship instead of pressure or perfectionism? In this episode of Living the Reclaimed Life, Denisha sits down with Christian health advocate Nelly Holst for a deeply encouraging conversation about faith, nutrition, healing, and learning to steward the body God has given us. Nelly shares her powerful story of walking through decades of chronic illness, discovering biblical principles for healthy living, homeschooling her three daughters for 17 years while battling health challenges, and ultimately learning how deeply God cares for every part of us, body, soul, and spirit. Together, they discuss: • Nelly’s journey to faith and the moment Jesus became real to her • Living with celiac disease before most doctors understood it • What Scripture says about caring for our bodies • Simple practical changes women can make toward better health • Why stewardship matters more than perfection • The connection between physical health, emotional health, and spiritual health • Non-invasive light therapy and holistic wellness • Encouragement for exhausted women who have spent years caring for everyone else This conversation is filled with wisdom, grace, hope, and practical encouragement for women who want to live healthier lives while staying rooted in Christ. If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who needs hope today. Stay connected with Nelly Holst:  Email: healthycoachingtoday@gmail.com https://linktr.ee/healthylivinghappenstoday Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Here are two FREE Ebooks for you! 1. Shame Off You: 10 steps to shattering shame in your life, HERE. 2. ABC's: CLICK HERE for a FREE E-book to help you combat lies and replace them with God's truth.  For more encouragement, check out some of our offerings at www.reclaimedstory.com Did you know we have a jewelry line that speaks to your identity in Jesus? CLICK HERE to shop. Every purchase helps support our mission to provide healing and hope to women worldwide. Would you partner with us to spread the message of hope and healing? You can DONATE HERE.  Living the Reclaimed Life is a Reclaimed Story, Inc. podcast, An Arizona non-profit corporation. If you would like to connect with a safe group of women doing real-life together, join our private Facebook page, “Living the Reclaimed Life” or on  Facebook  or Instagram

  8. Apr 27

    Why Run From Love? ~ Jasmine Esquivel Ep.160

    Send us Fan Mail Why run from love? The love of God is so powerful that He meets us in our most painful places. Jasmine Esquivel is a pastor, teacher, and healing minister based in Tucson, Arizona, where she serves at Iglesia Centro de Sanidad. Having experienced both deep disappointment and profound restoration, she carries a passion to help people encounter the love of the Father. Jasmine shares her personal story that is real, raw and deeply vulnerable. In this conversation, you'll hear struggle, tears, surrender and the healing love of God, meeting someone in the middle of deep pain. As you listen, you may hear parts of your own story reflected in hers. Please note this episode is not intended for children, as we do discuss real-life topics, including pregnancy complications and abuse within the church.  Stay connected with Jasmine:  Website Instagram Facebook For more information We want to thank the sponsors for today's episode, Joy in the Mourning. Joy in the morning exists to support those who are walking through grief by equipping individuals and communities with resources, training, and compassionate support so that no one has to navigate grief alone. Be sure to check out their incredible support app, designed to help you become the kind of friend that someone who is grieving is truly in need of.  You can connect with them at https://www.joyinthemourning.org/ Here are two FREE Ebooks for you! 1. Shame Off You: 10 steps to shattering shame in your life, HERE. 2. ABC's: CLICK HERE for a FREE E-book to help you combat lies and replace them with God's truth.  For more encouragement, check out some of our offerings at www.reclaimedstory.com Did you know we have a jewelry line that speaks to your identity in Jesus? CLICK HERE to shop. Every purchase helps support our mission to provide healing and hope to women worldwide. Would you partner with us to spread the message of hope and healing? You can DONATE HERE.  Living the Reclaimed Life is a Reclaimed Story, Inc. podcast, An Arizona non-profit corporation. If you would like to connect with a safe group of women doing real-life together, join our private Facebook page, “Living the Reclaimed Life” or on  Facebook  or Instagram

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Do you desire to live a life of freedom that is unhindered from the pain of your past? You may be putting on a smile to others, yet inside you feel stuck. Join Denisha Workizer, Pastor and trauma survivor, to hear conversations about healing, transformation, and hope. If you want to reclaim your story and boldly embrace your purpose, then this show is for you.

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    Denisha
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    2021 - 2026
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