The Beauty in Burnt Toast

Jade Chowning and Courtney Anderson
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Religion & Spirituality
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The Beauty in Burnt Toast is a faith based podcast from North Alabama where real life and real conversations meet the grace of God. Hosted by Jade and Courtney, the podcast brings together two different stages of life and honest conversations about faith, purpose, relationships, personal growth, and the messy middle most of us are living in. Each episode explores what it looks like to follow God in everyday life. From navigating seasons of change and identity to wrestling with purpose, relationships, and the unexpected moments that shape who we become, nothing is off the table. Recorded in North Alabama, The Beauty in Burnt Toast creates space for meaningful conversations, encouragement, and a little humor about the imperfect moments we all experience. If you are looking for a Christian podcast about faith and real life, encouragement through difficult seasons, or honest conversations about purpose, growth, and navigating adulthood, you are in the right place. Because sometimes the most beautiful stories start with a little burnt toast.

  1. 1d ago

    The Internet Is Discipling Us

    We check our phones without thinking about it. We scroll to unwind, stay informed, and stay connected. But what if the content we consume every day is shaping us more than we realize? In this episode of The Beauty in Burnt Toast, Jade and Courtney explore how social media, influencers, algorithms, and constant connectivity are impacting the way we think, feel, and live. With perspectives from two different generations, they discuss the pressure to perform online, the comparison trap, outrage culture, attention spans, and what it means to pursue truth in a world full of noise. This isn't an anti-technology episode. It's an awareness episode. In this conversation, we discuss: • How the internet influences our thoughts, emotions, and beliefs • The pressure of growing up online versus growing up before social media • Why algorithms are designed to capture attention, not protect our peace • What this means for our children and future generations • How to cultivate discernment and be intentional about what shapes us If you've ever closed an app feeling anxious, distracted, discouraged, or like you were somehow falling behind, this episode is for you. Because eventually, whatever has our attention begins to shape our hearts and minds. If this episode encouraged you, be sure to follow The Beauty in Burnt Toast, leave a review, and share it with a friend. Connect with us:  Facebook: @thebeautyinburnttoast  Instagram: @beautyinburnttoast  TikTok: @thebeautyinburnttoast  YouTube: The Beauty in Burnt Toast Podcast

    57 min

  2. Jun 3

    The Year That Changed Us

    One year ago, The Beauty in Burnt Toast began with a microphone, a simple yes, and a whole lot of faith. Since then, we've shared conversations about faith, purpose, identity, mental health, relationships, healing, and what it looks like to follow God through every season of life. Along the way, new voices joined the table, unexpected opportunities appeared, and both of us were changed more than we ever imagined. In this special anniversary episode, we're reflecting on the lessons, surprises, challenges, and moments that shaped our first year. From the guests who impacted us to the conversations that stretched us, we're looking back at what God has taught us and forward to what He may have in store next. Whether you've been listening since episode one or you're just finding us, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the most meaningful journeys begin with a simple step of obedience. In this episode, we discuss:  • What we expected when the podcast began  • Conversations that changed our perspective  • Lessons about faith, purpose, and personal growth  • How God showed up in unexpected ways  • What we're carrying into the next year If you've ever wondered whether God can use an ordinary yes, this conversation is for you. The Beauty in Burnt Toast is a Christian podcast for women navigating faith, purpose, identity, relationships, mental health, motherhood, and the messy middle of becoming who God created them to be.

    35 min

  3. May 27

    You Can Love Jesus and Still Need Therapy: A Conversation with Therapist Jeannie Lynch

    Can you love Jesus deeply and still struggle mentally or emotionally? This week on The Beauty in Burnt Toast, we sit down with therapist, author, and speaker Jeannie Lynch for an honest conversation about faith, therapy, emotional healing, and the pressure many Christian women feel to always “hold it together.” Together, we talk about anxiety, burnout, shame, people pleasing, church culture, and why so many women silently struggle while trying to appear strong spiritually. We also address the stigma some Christians still carry around therapy and why asking for help is not a lack of faith. Jeannie shares wisdom from decades of walking alongside women through difficult seasons and reminds us that healing and faith were never meant to compete with one another. Whether you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, emotionally numb, or simply trying to navigate life while carrying too much, this conversation will remind you that God is not intimidated by your struggle and you do not have to heal alone. We also discuss Jeannie’s book, Don’t Quit Five Minutes Before the Miracle Happens, and the hope that can still exist even in life’s hardest moments. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.

    1h 5m

  4. May 20

    America’s Asleep, But God’s Still Moving: Life as a Missionary in Uganda

    What happens when faith stops being comfortable? In this episode of The Beauty in Burnt Toast, we sit down with missionary Lyndsie Camper to talk about life in Uganda and the spiritual realities that challenged everything she thought she knew about faith. From orphan care and radical dependence on God to stories of spiritual warfare, healing, and witnessing the power of prayer firsthand, this conversation is raw, eye-opening, and deeply convicting. We talk about how comfort and constant distraction in America can leave us spiritually unaware, why believers in other parts of the world often experience faith differently, and what it looks like to truly depend on God when He’s all you have. This episode isn’t about fear. It’s about awakening. If you’ve ever felt spiritually distracted, disconnected, or hungry for deeper faith, this conversation will challenge you to open your eyes to what God is still doing around the world. 🎙️ Topic Highlights: • Life as a missionary in Uganda • Spiritual warfare and spiritual awareness • Faith beyond comfort • Orphan ministry and missions • Healing and the power of prayer • Christianity in America vs other cultures • Depending on God in difficult seasons • The unseen spiritual battle Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

    1h 11m

  5. May 11

    Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should: Why Conviction Looks Different for Everyone

    Have you ever felt like God was asking you to step away from something… even while everyone around you said it was completely fine? In this episode of The Beauty in Burnt Toast, Jade and Courtney have an honest conversation about conviction, spiritual discernment, and learning how to stay in step with the Holy Spirit in a world full of noise, opinions, and “do whatever makes you happy” culture. Together, they unpack why conviction can look different for every believer, how to recognize when peace starts leaving the room, and the difference between conviction and condemnation. This episode is a reminder that maturity in faith isn’t about asking, “What can I get away with?” but instead asking, “What keeps me closest to God?” This conversation encourages listeners to stop ignoring the gentle nudges of the Holy Spirit and trust that obedience always leads somewhere better. If you’ve been wrestling with conviction, struggling to hear God clearly, or trying to navigate faith in today’s culture, this episode will encourage you to lean into relationship over rules and closeness over comfort. Subscribe, share with a friend, and join us every week for real conversations about faith, identity, purpose, and finding beauty in the messy parts of life.

    33 min

  6. May 4

    Running on Empty (But Still Showing Up)

    What do you do when you’re running on empty… but life doesn’t slow down? In this episode of The Beauty in Burnt Toast, Jade and Courtney have an honest, unfiltered conversation about showing up when motivation is low, energy is gone, and you feel like you have nothing left to give. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re just tired or completely off track, this episode will meet you right where you are. We look at the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19, who experienced a major spiritual victory… and then immediately found himself exhausted, overwhelmed, and ready to quit. Instead of pushing him harder, God met him with rest, provision, and grace. Rooted in 2 Corinthians 12:9, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to show up strong to be used. God meets you in your weakness—not after you’ve fixed it. In this episode, we talk about:  What it really feels like to be mentally and emotionally drained  The pressure to always be “on” in life, business, and faith  Burnout vs. obedience  Why showing up imperfect still matters  How God restores us before calling us forward If you’re feeling tired, discouraged, or just plain worn out… pull up a chair. You’re not alone here.

    41 min

  7. Apr 27

    The Soundtrack of Your Spirit: Why What You Listen To Matters

    What if what you listen to is shaping more than just your mood? In part two of our “Soundtrack of Your Spirit” series, we take a deeper look at how music and media influence your thoughts, emotions, and spiritual life. If worship is what fills you, this episode asks the harder question… what might be draining you? Jade and Courtney unpack the impact of secular music, the messages we absorb without realizing it, and how what we consume can slowly shape our mindset, identity, and relationship with God. This is not about fear or rules. It is about awareness, discernment, and guarding your heart in a world full of noise. If you have ever felt anxious, off, or disconnected and could not quite explain why, this conversation will challenge you to take a closer look at what you are allowing into your spirit. Because your life has a soundtrack… and it is forming something in you. What we talk about:  How music affects your thoughts, emotions, and spiritual health  The influence of secular music and cultural messages  Why what you consume is not neutral  Guarding your heart and mind in everyday life  How to become more aware of what you are feeding your spirit Connect with us: Follow The Beauty in Burnt Toast for real conversations about faith, growth, and living with intention in the middle of everyday life. Recorded in North Alabama.

    42 min

  8. Apr 20

    The Soundtrack of Your Spirit: Why Worship Matters

    What does it actually mean to worship? In this episode of The Beauty in Burnt Toast, Jade and Courtney sit down with Katherine Hayes to talk about worship beyond Sunday mornings. Katherine shares her story of growing up in worship and how it shifted from something she was around to something deeply personal. This conversation breaks down what worship really is, why it matters, and how it shapes your everyday life. From car rides to quiet moments at home, worship is more than music. It is about where your attention goes and what is forming your heart. If your life has a soundtrack, this episode will help you take a closer look at what you are filling your spirit with and how worship can bring peace, clarity, and connection with God in the middle of real life. This is part one of a two-part series, “The Soundtrack of Your Spirit.” What we talk about:  Worship as a lifestyle, not just music  How to worship in everyday life  What to do when you do not feel connected  How worship shifts your mindset and brings peace Connect with us: Follow The Beauty in Burnt Toast for more real conversations about faith, growth, and finding purpose in the middle of the messy parts of life. Recorded in North Alabama.

    1h 11m
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The Beauty in Burnt Toast is a faith based podcast from North Alabama where real life and real conversations meet the grace of God. Hosted by Jade and Courtney, the podcast brings together two different stages of life and honest conversations about faith, purpose, relationships, personal growth, and the messy middle most of us are living in. Each episode explores what it looks like to follow God in everyday life. From navigating seasons of change and identity to wrestling with purpose, relationships, and the unexpected moments that shape who we become, nothing is off the table. Recorded in North Alabama, The Beauty in Burnt Toast creates space for meaningful conversations, encouragement, and a little humor about the imperfect moments we all experience. If you are looking for a Christian podcast about faith and real life, encouragement through difficult seasons, or honest conversations about purpose, growth, and navigating adulthood, you are in the right place. Because sometimes the most beautiful stories start with a little burnt toast.

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  • Creator
    Jade Chowning and Courtney Anderson
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Beauty in Burnt Toast
  • Show Website
    The Beauty in Burnt Toast

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