Kingdom Life Coaching: Untangle the Noise, Hear God's Voice, Clarify Your Calling

Megan Nilsen | Kingdom Life Coach | Author
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Life is noisy, crowded, and confusing. It's easy to get tangled up in expectations, obligations, and distractions. This is the show where you can untangle your thoughts and find true freedom in the guidance and wisdom of God! If you’re longing to hear God’s voice and navigate life with faith, clarity, and grace, this podcast is for you. Hosted by Megan Nilsen, Kingdom life coach, author of Untangled Faith, and Denver Seminary student, each episode helps you untangle the noise of life so you can hear God clearly, discern the gentle promptings of the Holy Spirit, and walk in peace and purpose. Through insightful, Spirit-led conversations with faith-filled leaders and everyday believers, you’ll learn from the lived experience and God encounters of others. Their honest stories will ignite fresh hope, awaken courage, and inspire you to take your next faithful step toward whatever God reveals! FREE RESOURCE: Grace without truth leaves us adrift. Truth without grace leaves us crushed. What if you could hold both - every day? Grab your FREE 30-day grace and truth devotional sequence here --> graceandtruthdevotional.com Host: Megan Nilsen // meganbnilsen.com Books: Untangled Faith: How Honest Conversations with God Lead to Deeper Connections, Clarity, and Peace (+ companion journal) Untangled Advent: Finding Hope in a Weary World (Available on Amazon) 1:1 Coaching: Free discovery call available for those wanting to navigate a tough or confusing transition season with faith and discover, clear, strategic next steps: calendly.com/mbnilsen/30min

  1. 2D AGO

    Life Is Training for Heaven: Hearing Jesus, Embracing Desire, and the Emotional Brain with Tony Stoltzfus

    Ep 151 // Life is Training for Heaven: Hearing Jesus, Embracing Desire, and the Emotional Brain with Tony Stoltzfus Is the Christian life about following the rules—or learning to live in relationship? In this rich and honest conversation, Megan sits down with Tony Stoltzfus—pioneer in Christian coaching and author of 21 books, including his newest release, Heaven: Experience the Extraordinary. Tony shares: How a season of spiritual burnout reshaped his faithWhy most of our prayers miss the deeper desire underneathHow to ask Jesus questions—and actually hear HimWhy life isn’t performance for God… it’s training for heaven This episode blends theology, story, imagination, and deep pastoral wisdom—and offers real hope for anyone walking through grief, disappointment, or spiritual dryness. What You’ll LearnWhy the Christian life is about relationship, not rule-keepingHow to ask Jesus questions—and actually hear HimHow to uncover the deeper desire beneath your prayersThe difference between reading Scripture rationally vs. experientiallyWhy forgiveness and love are training for heavenHow imagining heaven can bring healing now Practical Next Steps📱 Download the Questions for Jesus App (iOS & Android)🤝 Ask Jesus questions with a friend—community strengthens discernment📖 Explore free Bible studies at LikeAHumanBeing.com📘 Read Heaven: Experience the Extraordinary Stay connected with Megan: Website: meganbnilsen.comSocial: Instagram,Facebook,LinkedInGrab the Book: Untangled Faith+Companion JournalFree Gift: 30-Day Grace + Truth (Daily) DevotionalBook a free discovery call to see if Kingdom Life Coaching could help you unlock your next right step!LENT RESOURCE: lentpreparationjournal.com Stay connected with Tony: HeavenExperience.netLikeAHumanBeing.comMeta-Formation.com Christian coaching, hearing God’s voice, how to hear Jesus, discerning God’s will, Christian spiritual growth, life is training for heaven, heaven and eternity, Christian imagination, experiential Bible study, emotional healing through faith, forgiveness and freedom, desire and prayer, Christian leadership development, Kingdom living, Christian podcast for women, spiritual formation, overcoming spiritual burnout, faith and suffering, Questions for Jesus, Tony Stoltzfus interview

    57 min

  2. FEB 17

    How to Discern God’s Voice in Vocational Uncertainty: From Whisper to Two-by-Four with Sandy Moll

    Ep 150 // How to Discern God’s Voice in Vocational Uncertainty: From Whisper to Two-by-Four with Sandy Moll What if God is already speaking—but we’re too busy, distracted, or afraid to listen? In this powerful conversation, business leader and servant-hearted entrepreneur Sandy Moll shares how losing millions during the 2008 financial crash became the very place God reshaped her faith, her leadership, and her understanding of peace. From learning to recognize God’s whisper before it becomes a roar—or a two-by-four—to building a thriving business rooted in faith, Sandy invites us into a deeper, quieter way of discerning God’s voice. If you’re navigating uncertainty, misalignment, burnout, or a major decision, this episode will help you slow down, listen well, and trust God’s timing. Many believers want to hear God clearly—but feel overwhelmed by noise, fear, urgency, or pressure to “figure it out.” This episode helps listeners: Discern God’s voice amid chaos and anxietyRecognize the difference between God’s peace and human strivingLearn practical rhythms for listening prayer and ScriptureTrust God’s timing when plans fall apart or the future feels unclearRelease control and step into partnership with God instead of self-reliance Stay connected with Megan: Website: meganbnilsen.comSocial: Instagram,Facebook,LinkedInGrab the Book: Untangled Faith+Companion JournalFree Gift: 30-Day Grace + Truth (Daily) DevotionalBook a free discovery call to see if Kingdom Life Coaching could help you unlock your next right step!LENT RESOURCE: lentpreparationjournal.com Stay connected with Sandy: President & CEO of Advanced Business Solutions Business Consultant | Servant Leader | Entrepreneur Website: https://www.abs-core.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandymoll/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ABSThrive/📧 Email: smoll@abs-core.com📱 Phone: 913-731-6007 Sandy works with small to medium businesses, banks, and credit unions—helping leaders clarify their mission, build healthy culture, and lead with integrity and humility.

    57 min

  3. FEB 3

    Open-Handed Kingdom Living: Saying Yes to God Through Surrender, Community, and Courage with Vivian Mabuni

    Ep 149 // Open-Handed Kingdom Living: Saying Yes to God Through Surrender, Community, and Courage What does it look like to truly live with open hands and a willing heart—especially when life brings suffering, uncertainty, and hard seasons of discernment? In this deeply moving and wisdom-filled conversation, Vivian Mabuni joins host Megan Nilsen to explore Kingdom living, saying yes to God, and how surrender—lived out in community—becomes the doorway to transformation. From surviving breast cancer, to 35 years of marriage, to theological formation at Denver Seminary, Vivian shares how God’s Word, the Holy Spirit, and the people of God shape a life of faithful obedience. This episode is an invitation to loosen your grip, trust God more deeply, and discover that you were never meant to walk alone. In this episode of Kingdom Life Coaching, Megan sits down with Vivian Mabuni—author, Bible teacher, seminary graduate, marriage conference speaker, and cancer survivor—for a conversation that feels like coffee with a wise and trusted friend. Vivian shares how God has shaped her calling through seasons of suffering, marriage, ministry, and theological study, and why open-handed living is essential for discerning God’s leading. Together, Megan and Vivian explore the difference between individualistic faith and Kingdom-centered community, and why surrender is often the first step toward clarity. This episode covers: How saying yes to God often begins before clarity comesWhy Kingdom living is personal and communalHow Scripture re-centers us when life feels overwhelmingWhat seminary taught Vivian about humility, discernment, and truthWhy faithfulness in ordinary life matters more than flashy impact Whether you’re navigating a hard season, discerning your next step, or longing for deeper spiritual grounding, this conversation will encourage you to trust God with open hands—and walk forward in faith. Key Takeaways: Open-handed living is a posture of surrender, not passivity—it positions us to follow God with trust.God often uses community, not isolation, to bring healing, clarity, and strength.Marriage and ministry thrive when rooted in covenant, not performance.Seminary and theological formation can deepen humility, not pride.The Holy Spirit works powerfully through the “we” of the Body of Christ, not just the individual.Faithfulness in everyday obedience creates ripple effects we may never fully see this side of heaven.Saying yes to God doesn’t require a big platform, just a willing heart. Stay connected with Megan: Website: meganbnilsen.comSocial: Instagram,Facebook,LinkedInGrab the Book: Untangled Faith+Companion JournalFree Gift: 30-Day Grace + Truth (Daily) DevotionalBook a free discovery call to see if Kingdom Life Coaching could help you unlock your next right step!LENT RESOURCE: lentpreparationjournal.com Stay Connected with Vivian: Website: https://www.vivianmabuni.comInstagram: @vivmabuniBook: Open Hands, Willing Heart – available on AmazonMinistry: Speaker with FamilyLife’s Weekend to Remember marriage conferencesSeminary Info: Women’s Leadership Cohort at Denver Seminary Kingdom living Hearing God’s voice Open-handed living Christian discernment Saying yes to God Women in ministry Denver Seminary Women’s Leadership Cohort Marriage and faith Breast cancer survivor faith story Christian life coaching podcast

    1h 1m

  4. JAN 20

    Calling vs. Assignment: How to Know When God Is Moving You Into a New Season with Barb Roose

    Ep 148 // Calling vs. Assignment: How to Know When God Is Moving You Into a New Season with Barb Roose What do you do when your life no longer fits the theology you once held so tightly? In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Barb Roose joins Megan Nilsen to explore faith that is forged—not performed—through suffering, surrender, and holy discontent. Barb shares her remarkable journey from megachurch leadership to becoming a bestselling Bible study author and literary agent with Books & Such Literary Management, while navigating addiction in her marriage, unexpected divorce, and seasons of profound uncertainty. Together, Barb and Megan unpack the difference between calling and assignment, why God often invites us to release what feels secure, and how discernment is rarely a single moment—but a faithful process. This episode is for the woman who feels restless, stretched, or quietly asking God, “Is there more?” Key TakeawaysCalling vs. Assignment: Your calling is your identity as a daughter of God. Assignments change—but identity doesn’t.Holy Discontent Is a Gift, Not a Flaw: That internal nudge may be God preparing you for your next season, not asking you to strive harder in the current one.When Theology Meets Reality: God lovingly allows seasons where your beliefs are stretched so your understanding of Him can deepen.Discernment Is a Process: Fasting, prayer, wise counsel, and paying attention to spiritual momentum all matter.Don’t Cling to an Assignment Like It’s the Last Blessing: Holding too tightly to a role can prevent you from receiving what God wants to give next.You Are Not Behind: Preparation often happens before clarity—and sometimes through pain. Both Barb and Megan name something many Christian women feel but rarely say out loud: God’s invitations often come wrapped in loss, surrender, and unanswered questions. From She Speaks conferences to book rejections, from ministry platforms to hidden seasons of formation, this conversation highlights a shared belief: God is not withholding from you—He is forming you.Who This Episode Is ForWomen discerning a next step or seasonLeaders feeling restless but unsure whyWriters, speakers, and ministry-minded womenAnyone navigating loss, divorce, or identity shiftsThe woman learning to trust God without guarantees Stay connected with Megan: Website: meganbnilsen.comSocial: Instagram,Facebook,LinkedInGrab the Book: Untangled Faith+Companion JournalFree Gift: 30-Day Grace + Truth (Daily) DevotionalBook a free discovery call to see if Kingdom Life Coaching could help you unlock your next right step!LENT RESOURCE: lentpreparationjournal.com Connect with Theresa Rowe: Barb’s Free Gift: The Breathe Again Guide Find it at Barb’s website along with her Happy Monday DevotionalConnect with Barb: https://barbroose.com/ Instagram: @barbroose

    1h 2m

  5. JAN 6

    New Year, New Strength: A Spirit-Led Approach to Wellness for Mid-Life Women

    Ep 147 // New Year, New Strength: A Spirit-Led Approach to Wellness for Mid-Life Women with Theresa Rowe Welcome to a brand-new year on the podcast! If you’re reflecting on how you feel—physically, emotionally, or spiritually—as you step into a new season, this conversation is the perfect companion to your January reset. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Theresa Rowe, founder of Shaped by Faith, nationally certified fitness professional, TV host, author, and passionate advocate for whole-person wellness. Theresa’s powerful testimony of miraculous healing and her decades of faith-infused fitness ministry offer deep encouragement—especially for mid-life moms navigating hormonal shifts, fatigue, or feeling disconnected from their bodies. Theresa shares practical steps for strengthening your spirit, mind, and body, along with her story of how God’s voice led her into fitness ministry, healed her physically and emotionally, and continues to guide her today. Whether you're feeling stuck, weary, or simply ready for a fresh start, her wisdom will help you reframe your wellness journey through the lens of faith, freedom, and God’s tender care. Stay all the way to the end—Theresa prays a powerful, Holy Spirit–filled blessing over your year that you do not want to miss.  What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow to set grace-filled, realistic wellness goals in the new yearWays to approach mid-life changes—menopause, slower metabolism, fatigue—without shameHow Theresa experienced God’s miraculous healing before she even knew HimWhat it looks like to hear God’s voice in everyday decisionsHow physical health and spiritual health deeply influence each otherSimple steps to begin restoring your energy, strength, and connection with your bodyThe Scripture that shaped Theresa’s calling to combine faith and fitnessA powerful closing prayer to start your year renewed and aligned with God Stay connected with Megan: Website: meganbnilsen.comSocial: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedInGrab the Book: Untangled Faith+Companion JournalFree Gift: 30-Day Grace + Truth (Daily) DevotionalBook a free discovery call to see if Kingdom Life Coaching could help you unlock your next right step!Looking for a holiday devotional? Experience the first session of Untangled Advent for Free!! –> untangledadvent.com Connect with Theresa Rowe: Website: Shaped By Faith YouTube: Megan's Interview on Theresa's Show Christian wellness, midlife women, menopause, faith and fitness, spirit mind body health, New Year goals, spiritual growth, hearing God’s voice, Christian podcast for women, Theresa Rowe.

    1h 1m

  6. 12/23/2025

    When God Says Go: My Yes to Adoption and the Lessons I Didn’t Expect

    Ep 146 // When God Says Go: My Yes to Adoption and the Lessons I Didn’t ExpectWhat happens when God asks you to say yes—before you feel ready, certain, or equipped? In this short, personal episode, Megan Nilsen shares the story behind her family’s adoption journey—a journey marked by years of prayer, hesitation, fasting, and searching God’s Word for clarity. When the answer finally came, it didn’t lead to ease or simplicity—but it did lead to undeniable encounters with God’s presence. This episode was originally recorded for The Unfolding Short Stories podcast and captures the raw intersection of obedience and uncertainty. Megan reflects on how her yes to adoption reshaped her understanding of love, grace, and identity in Christ—and how God meets us faithfully in the middle of hard callings. If you’ve ever wrestled with a God-invitation that felt costly, confusing, or overwhelming, this episode will remind you that obedience is not about having all the answers—it’s about trusting the One who calls. In this episode, you’ll hear about: Discerning God’s voice through prayer, fasting, and ScriptureThe difference between a clear calling and an easy pathHow God’s presence shows up in unexpected and challenging seasonsWhat adoption taught Megan about surrender, love, and identity in Christ This is an invitation to lean in, listen closely, and trust that when God says go, He goes with you. Stay connected with Megan: Website: meganbnilsen.comSocial: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedInGrab the Book: Untangled Faith+Companion JournalFree Gift: 30-Day Grace + Truth (Daily) DevotionalBook a free discovery call to see if Kingdom Life Coaching could help you unlock your next right step!Grab your free New Year Reflection Journal! -> NewYearReflections.com

    20 min

  7. 12/09/2025

    3 Ways to Know It’s Really God’s Voice with Nadine Mullings Murray

    Ep 145 // 3 Ways to Know It’s Really God’s Voice with Nadine Mullings Murray What if you could recognize when God is speaking — and actually know how to respond? In this deeply personal and practical conversation, Megan Nilsen sits down with Nadine Mullings Murray, CEO and Partner of She Elevates Media and Founder of the Women Faith + Business Community. Together they unpack how to discern God’s direction in your business, relationships, and everyday life using Nadine’s simple framework of the 3 C’s: conviction, confirmation, and clarity. A newlywed at 49, Nadine shares candidly about her decades of singleness, hiring a relationship coach, and how faith guided her into both marriage and a new business partnership. You’ll hear how she learned to balance ambition with intimacy, surrender control, and stay Spirit-led instead of coach-led or AI-led in a noisy world. If you’ve ever asked, “God, is that You - or just my own thoughts?” this episode will help you untangle the confusion, lean into peace, and take your next faithful step with confidence. Key Takeaways How to recognize God’s voice through conviction, confirmation, and clarityWhy imbalance—whether in business, parenting, or faith—can signal an invitation to deeper alignmentThe role of both coaching and counseling in spiritual and relational growthWhy collaboration beats competition in Kingdom businessHow to stay Spirit-led (not guru-led or AI-led) when making life and business decisions Memorable Quotes “You can ask God for confirmation—He’s a loving Father who wants to be clear.” “It’s not just about being successful; it’s about being Spirit-led.” “We don’t have to separate faith and business—God designed them to work together.” Stay connected with Megan: Website: meganbnilsen.comSocial: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedInGrab the Book: Untangled Faith+Companion JournalFree Gift: 30-Day Grace + Truth (Daily) DevotionalBook a free discovery call to see if Kingdom Life Coaching could help you unlock your next right step!Looking for a holiday devotional? Experience the first session of Untangled Advent for Free!! --> untangledadvent.com Connect with Nadine Mullings Murray Website: https://www.nadinemullings.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadinemullings/ Keywords: hearing God’s voice, Spirit-led business, Christian women entrepreneurs, faith and business, confirmation and clarity, Holy Spirit guidance, Christian podcast, women of faith, discernment, purpose, calling, Nadine Mullings Murray, She Elevates Media

    57 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    How to Let Go and Trust God (Even When It Doesn’t Make Sense)

    Ep 144 // How to Let Go and Trust God (Even When It Doesn’t Make Sense) In this heartfelt conversation originally recorded for Maria Morgan's God’s Girls Group, Megan Nilsen shares the winding, grace-filled story behind her calling as a writer, life coach, and seminary student. She opens up about the hard but holy process of surrender - how God used adoption, motherhood, and burnout to realign her identity with His voice. From her early days as a school counselor to becoming the author of A Beautiful Exchange, Untangled Faith, and Untangled Advent: Finding Hope in a Weary World, Megan reflects on how God transformed her struggle for control into a ministry of freedom. This episode will encourage you to trust God’s timing, release perfectionism, and take your next faith-filled step even when the outcome isn’t clear. Key TakeawaysSurrender leads to strength: The moments you feel weakest may be the very spaces where God wants to meet you.Calling unfolds in seasons: Writing, coaching, and ministry aren’t one-time decisions—they’re layers of obedience that grow over time.Hearing God’s voice changes everything: Journaling and reflection can help you discern His leading and align your actions with His peace.Joy reveals your purpose: What brings you deep joy often points to where God most wants to use you. Memorable Quotes:“Your highest and greatest calling isn’t motherhood or ministry—it’s intimacy with the Lord.”“The outcome becomes secondary when you feel the joy of God in what you’re doing.”“When you feel that holy restlessness, it’s often God stirring something new.”Reflection Question:What area of your life is God inviting you to loosen your grip—so He can bring something new to life through you? Stay connected with Megan: Website: meganbnilsen.comSocial: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedInGrab the Book: Untangled Faith+Companion JournalFree Gift: 30-Day Grace + Truth (Daily) DevotionalBook a free discovery call to see if Kingdom Life Coaching could help you unlock your next right step!Looking for a holiday devotional? Check out Untangled Advent here!

    57 min
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Life is noisy, crowded, and confusing. It's easy to get tangled up in expectations, obligations, and distractions. This is the show where you can untangle your thoughts and find true freedom in the guidance and wisdom of God! If you’re longing to hear God’s voice and navigate life with faith, clarity, and grace, this podcast is for you. Hosted by Megan Nilsen, Kingdom life coach, author of Untangled Faith, and Denver Seminary student, each episode helps you untangle the noise of life so you can hear God clearly, discern the gentle promptings of the Holy Spirit, and walk in peace and purpose. Through insightful, Spirit-led conversations with faith-filled leaders and everyday believers, you’ll learn from the lived experience and God encounters of others. Their honest stories will ignite fresh hope, awaken courage, and inspire you to take your next faithful step toward whatever God reveals! FREE RESOURCE: Grace without truth leaves us adrift. Truth without grace leaves us crushed. What if you could hold both - every day? Grab your FREE 30-day grace and truth devotional sequence here --> graceandtruthdevotional.com Host: Megan Nilsen // meganbnilsen.com Books: Untangled Faith: How Honest Conversations with God Lead to Deeper Connections, Clarity, and Peace (+ companion journal) Untangled Advent: Finding Hope in a Weary World (Available on Amazon) 1:1 Coaching: Free discovery call available for those wanting to navigate a tough or confusing transition season with faith and discover, clear, strategic next steps: calendly.com/mbnilsen/30min

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