Confidence in God with Julie McGhghy

Julie McGhghy
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Welcome to a Place for Growing Confidence in God As people of faith, we sometimes find that while we believe in God, we struggle to fully trust in His work in our own lives. This is a space created to help you build a deeper, more personal confidence in God's love, promises, and purpose for you.   

  1. 1d ago

    The Key to Unlocking the Power of Jesus' Name

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what truly unlocks the power of Jesus' name? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy takes you on a journey through scripture to explore the extraordinary power found in the name of Jesus — and reveals a surprising golden nugget hidden in a single verse in the Psalms that changes everything. We know the name of Jesus is exalted above every name (Philippians 2:9-11), that through it we receive forgiveness, the Holy Spirit, and the ability to ask anything of God. But in Psalm 138:2, King David reveals something that stops us in our tracks: God has magnified His word above His name. What does that mean for us? Listen as Julie explains it.  Resources:   Building Confidence Resources  Episode Timeline: Total Time 13:57.8  0:00 — **Introduction** — Welcome to the Confidence in God podcast; episode overview  0:12 — **Episode Preview** — The power of Jesus' name and the surprising golden nugget from the Psalms  0:35 — **Resource Mention** — Free resources at confidenceingod.com/resources  1:12 — **How God Has Exalted Jesus' Name** — Hebrews 1:4 and Philippians 2:9-11  2:01 — **The Power in Jesus' Name** — Review of scriptures on forgiveness, prayer, the Holy Spirit, and more  3:35 — **The Golden Nugget** — Psalm 138:2: God has magnified His Word above His name  7:15 — **Bringing It All Together** — What it means that God magnified His Word above the name of Jesus  10:59 — **The Word as the Key** — Scriptures on the power of God's Word in our lives  11:24 — **Closing Prayer** — Prayer for every listener to grab hold of the Word  12:30 — **Resource Reminder** — confidenceingod.com/resources  12:50 — **Outro** — Subscribe, share, rate/review, and closing encouragement

    14 min

  2. May 19

    Rest in Him: Avoiding Burnout in a Busy Life

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever found yourself running on empty — overwhelmed by deadlines, endless to-do lists, and the pressure to do it all? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy shares a candid and relatable look at burnout — what it is, why it happens, and most importantly, how to avoid it. Drawing from Matthew 11:28-30, Philippians 2:13, and other scriptures, Julie offers practical, faith-based strategies to help you operate in your God-given giftings, examine your motives for serving, and stay connected to God — your ultimate power source. Whether you're juggling ministry roles, family responsibilities, or a demanding work schedule, this episode will encourage you to serve from a place of passion rather than obligation, and to find genuine rest in Jesus. Resources:  God’s Footstool: How Creation Draws Us Closer to Him  Shifting Focus: Turning Moods into Moments of Praise  Additional Resources  Timeline: Total Time 15:14  | Timestamp | Section | 0:00 | Intro & Welcome | 0:11 | "Have You Ever Had One of Those Days?" — Context Setting | 1:05 | Julie's Current Season of Busyness & Why She's Recording | 2:22 | What Is Burnout? — Definition & Biblical Perspective (Matthew 11:28-30) | 3:51 | The Pharisaical Burden & Relevance Today | 5:16 | Tip #1 — Serve in Your God-Given Giftings | 7:19 | Tip #2 — Examine Your Motives (Ephesians 2:8-10) | 8:07 | Jesus Modeled Rest — Mark 6:31 | 8:47 | Tip #3 — Stay Plugged Into God (2 Corinthians 3:4-6, Philippians 2:13) | 9:54 | Action #1 — Be in God's Word Daily (James 1:22, Acts 17:11) | 10:33 | Action #2 — Be in Prayer Daily & Seek God's Voice (John 5:30, Psalm 95:7) | 12:09 | Wrap-Up Reflection — How This Episode Energized Julie | 12:41 | Summary & Encouragement | 13:37 | Resources & Related Episodes

    15 min

  3. May 5

    When God Parts the Waters: Faith for Impossible Situations

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what possessed the apostle Peter to think he could walk on water? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores the deep roots of Peter's bold faith — and what it means for us when we're caught between a rock and a hard place. Peter's faith didn't come out of nowhere. It was built on a rich heritage of God's miraculous works: Moses parting the Red Sea, Joshua leading Israel across the Jordan, and generations of God's people passing down stories of His faithfulness. When Peter stepped out of that boat, he was standing on centuries of evidence that God makes a way where there seems to be no way. In this episode, you'll discover: Why Peter's faith to walk on water was greater than his moment of doubtHow the stories of Moses and Joshua are part of your heritage of faith tooHow to encourage yourself in God when your enemy is pursuing youHow to trust God's promises even when you can't see how they'll come to passWhether you're facing an impossible situation or holding on to promises from God that haven't yet been fulfilled, this episode will build your confidence that God will make a way — even one you've never heard of or could ever imagine. Episode Timeline: Total Time 13:26 | Time | Section  | 0:00 | Introduction — Welcome to the Confidence in God podcast | 0:11 | Peter's Bold Moment — The story of Peter walking on water (Matthew 14:22–33) | 1:01 | Episode Focus — What will we learn, and why it matters for your faith | 2:27 | Where Did Peter's Faith Come From? — His years walking with Jesus | 3:36 | The Power of Heritage — Faith built on more than personal experience | 3:53 | Moses & the Red Sea — God parts the waters (Exodus 14) | 6:26 | Joshua & the Jordan River — Crossing into the Promised Land (Joshua 3) | 7:19 | Rahab & the Spies — Even other nations believed in God's power (Joshua 2) | 8:30 | Application — Part 1 — When you're facing an impossible situation | 9:52 | Application — Part 2 — When God's promises feel delayed | 10:30 | Closing Promise — Isaiah 43:1–3, "Fear not, I have redeemed you" | 11:34 | Summary & Encouragement — Recap and call to faith

    13 min

  4. Apr 21

    Praising God Beyond Words and Deeds

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever felt like your praise just doesn't measure up to the greatness God deserves? In this episode, Julie shares a perspective God dropped into her heart that reframes what it truly means to praise Him — and it goes far beyond what we do in church or during personal devotion.  Key Scriptures Referenced: ·       Psalm 145:3 | Psalm 48:1 | Psalm 96:4 ·       Psalm 134:2 | Psalm 95:6 | Psalm 150:4 ·       Psalm 100:2 | Psalm 47:1 ·        Romans 12:1 ·        Colossians 3:17 ·        Psalm 103:2 ·        Psalm 146 ·        Deuteronomy 6:6–7 ·        Malachi 3:16  Resources:  Resources  God's Footstool  Episode Timeline: Total Time 13:30  | Time | Section | | 0:00 | Introduction | 0:58 | Praise Is More Than Words | 2:38 | The Bigger Picture of Praise — How everyday life demonstrates great praise | 3:03 | The Nugget from God | 3:35 | Blessings We Take for Granted | 3:56 | God's Benefits Listed | 5:34 | God Does This for All Generations | 6:25 | Personal Blessings to Remember | 7:16 | Remembering Is an Action | 8:29 | Praise Includes Sharing Your Story | 8:53 | The Challenge | 9:17 | The Amazing Result | 9:45 | Closing Encouragement | 10:28 | Closing Prayer | 11:43 | Resources — Five Steps to Experience More Confidence in God & related episode

    14 min

  5. Apr 7

    How Faith Grows: Two Simple Steps from God's Word

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever cried out to God, "Lord, give me more faith"? You're not alone — even the apostles made the same request. In this episode of the Confidence in God Podcast, host Julie McGhghy explores what the Bible tells us about how faith actually grows. Drawing from Romans 10:17, Luke 17, James 1:22, and 2 Thessalonians 1:3, Julie shares two simple yet powerful ways to strengthen your faith. Whether you're wrestling with a hard biblical teaching, watching a loved one suffer, or facing your own difficult circumstances, this episode offers encouragement that your faith can grow — and grow exceedingly. Episode Timeline: 13:05 | 0:00 | Introduction & welcome | 0:11 | Opening question: "Lord, give me more faith" | 0:58 | The apostles' struggle with unlimited forgiveness | 1:51 | Personal reflection: hard teachings & doubts | 2:40 | Hebrews 11:6 — It is impossible to please God without faith | 3:39 | Preview: two ways faith grows | 3:57 | Faith can grow exceedingly (2 Thessalonians 1:3) | 4:26 | Way #1: Hear the Word — Romans 10:17 | 4:53 | Faith increases as you hear God's word | 5:22 | Practical ways to hear the Word (church, podcasts, reading) | 5:44 | Transition to Way #2 | 6:19 | Luke 17: the parable of the unworthy servant | 6:46 | Way #2: Obey the Word — humble obedience builds faith | 7:23 | James 1:22 — be doers, not hearers only | 8:14 | Faith in action: the church of Thessalonica | 9:10 | Summary & call to action | 10:10 | Closing prayer | 11:29 | Amen & outro begins | 11:54 | Show notes resources

    13 min

  6. Mar 24

    God's Footstool: How Creation Draws Us Closer to Him

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever had a day when you were so aware of God's presence that you couldn't stop praising Him? In this episode of the Confidence in God podcast, host Julie McGhghy shares a personal experience of walking through an ordinary day with an extraordinary sense of God's companionship — and the lesson it brought back to mind.  Drawing from Isaiah 66:1 and Acts 7:49 — "Heaven is my throne and earth is my footstool" — Julie unpacks a beautiful truth she discovered during years of long-distance bike training. She also shares how asking God for wisdom (James 1:5) opened her eyes to the wonder of the world around her, from deer running alongside a river trail to unexpected encounters with beavers and peacocks.  Whether you're watching the seasons change outside your window or simply stepping outside for a walk, this episode is an invitation to slow down, look around, and encounter God through the beauty of His creation.  Resources:  https://confidenceingod.com/resources/ Hey Dad, It's Me!  Episode Timeline: 11:22 0:00 — **Introduction** — Welcome to the Confidence in God Podcast  0:28 — **Scripture Reading** — Psalm 139:7–10 (God's omnipresence)  0:57 — **Personal Story** — A beautiful ordinary day filled with God's presence  2:23 — **Key Scripture** — Isaiah 66:1 / Acts 7:49 — "Earth is my footstool"  3:03 — **Worshiping at His Feet** — Appreciating creation as an act of worship  3:37 — **Asking for Wisdom** — James 1:5 and drawing closer to God  6:22 — **Three Lessons Learned** — What God taught through creation  7:26 — **Becoming More Like Christ** — How God's teaching draws us closer to Him  8:33 — **He Is Your Constant Companion** — Closing encouragement

    11 min

  7. Mar 10

    Be Still: God Will Fight for You

    Send us Fan Mail In times of extreme conflict and uncertainty, God calls us to be still and trust His sovereignty. In this episode, we explore what it means to obey God's command to "be still" and how His faithfulness fights our battles when we choose trust over fear. God is sovereign over all His creation, including humanity. He wants us to be still and know He is God—and when we do, He will fight for us. Though He has given us free will to choose worry or trust, we can have confidence that our faithful Lord is in control.  Resource: https://confidenceingod.com/resources/ Key Scriptures Referenced: Mark 4:35-41 - Jesus calms the stormMatthew 14:22-33 - Jesus walks on waterPsalm 46:10 - Be still and know that I am GodIsaiah 5:20 - Calling evil good and good evilExodus 14:14 - The Lord will fight for youHebrews 10:22-25 - Drawing near with assurance of faithEpisode Timeline: Total Duration 10 minutes, 14 seconds ### INTRODUCTION | 0:00 - 1:12 Welcome & podcast introduction### TEACHING: JESUS CALMS THE STORM | 1:12 - 2:31 Scripture references: Mark 4:35-41 & Matthew 14:22-33Setting the scene: Jesus and disciples in the boatThe storm arises, disciples are frightened Jesus says "Peace, be still" The wind and waves obey immediately Why they obeyed: God's sovereignty over creation### CONNECTION: GOD TELLS US TO BE STILL | 2:31 - 3:52 Transition: God also told His people to be still Psalm 46:10 - "Be still and know that I am God" God's call to trust His sovereignty Key question: Why don't we obey like the wind and waves?### CONTEXT: OUR WORLD TODAY | 3:52 - 6:19 The world is going crazy—then and now Isaiah 5:20: Calling evil good and good evil Things once called wrong are now called right Current conflicts (Middle East, national division) We face conflict all around us today People don't obey instantly like wind and waves God gave humanity free will and choice Understanding what happens when we are still### PROMISE: GOD WILL FIGHT FOR YOU | 6:19 - 7:43 Story of Moses at the Red Sea (Exodus 14:14) "The Lord will fight for you, you need only be still" God's sovereignty is being accomplished Being confident in God's word despite end times fears Call to action: Do what Hebrews exhorts### APPLICATION: HEBREWS 10:22-25 | 7:43 - 7:56 Draw near with full assurance of faith Hold fast without wavering (be still) Stir up one another to love and good works Meet together and encourage each other### SUMMARY | 7:56 - 7:55 ### CLOSING PRAYER | 7:55 - 8:56 ### CALL TO ACTION & OUTRO | 8:56 - 10:14

    10 min

  8. Feb 24

    Prayers Answered Through My Mother's Dementia

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever prayed persistently for years, only to miss God's answer when it finally comes? In this episode, Julie shares a powerful revelation God gave her after her mother's passing—that He had faithfully answered prayers she'd been praying for years, but she hadn't recognized it. Drawing from the story of Peter's miraculous prison escape in Acts 12, Julie explores how even the early church struggled to believe their prayers were answered when Peter stood knocking at their door. She shares specific prayers from her journals—prayers for her mother's peace, for family healing, and for the ability to love unconditionally—and how God answered every one through her mother's year-long journey with dementia. This episode will encourage you to: Continue praying persistently, even when you don't see immediate resultsLook back at your own life to recognize where God has been working all alongStay spiritually alert and watchful for God's movement in your circumstancesTrust that your heartfelt prayers are never vain repetitionsIf you've been praying for something for years without seeing God move, this episode will give you hope and help you open your eyes to see His faithful answers. Resources:  Finding Peace Through Dementia  https://confidenceingod.com/resources/  Hey Dad, It's Me!  Episode Timeline: Introduction 0:00The Conversation in the Kitchen 1:07 The Story of Peter's Prison Escape 2:39 They Couldn't Believe Their Prayers Were Answered 3:48 My Prayers from the Notebooks 5:21 God Answered and I Didn't Recognize It 7:09 Takeaways: Be Persistent in Prayer 8:21 Closing Prayer 10:48Resources and Call to Action 12:00Total Episode Length: 14:09

    14 min
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Welcome to a Place for Growing Confidence in God As people of faith, we sometimes find that while we believe in God, we struggle to fully trust in His work in our own lives. This is a space created to help you build a deeper, more personal confidence in God's love, promises, and purpose for you.   

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