She Lives Freed with Brittany Dawn Nelson

Brittany Dawn Nelson
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Welcome to She Lives Freed! A space for the woman who's done playing small and refuses to settle for surface-level faith. Hosted by Brittany Dawn Nelson, this podcast dives headfirst into the deep through testimonies that bring tears, conversations culture won’t touch, and encouragement for every season of your walk with Jesus.  Whether you’re navigating motherhood or marriage, identity or infertility, spiritual warfare or feel spiritually stagnant… you’ll find truth, laughter, and raw reminders that freedom is your portion. That you weren’t made to blend in: you were born to live freed with Jesus.  Here, we talk about what it looks like to pick up your cross and follow Jesus — the imperfect moments, honest struggles, and the beauty of being truly Spirit-led. This podcast is about learning how to walk with Jesus faithfully every day: even when it’s costly, slow, or unseen. You have a seat at our table.  Connect with Brittany Dawn: https://www.instagram.com/realbrittanydawn https://www.tiktok.com/realbrittanydawn https://www.youtube.com/brittanydawn www.brittany-dawn.com

  1. MAY 19

    She Was Dead for 50 Minutes… but God

    What happens when you finally surrender the things you were never meant to carry on your own? In today’s deeply powerful episode, Brittany sits down with Stephanie Franklin-Suber for a raw and hope-filled conversation about striving, survival mode, chronic illness, burnout, grief, and the freedom that can only be found through full dependence on God. Stephanie shares her testimony of walking through cancer, chronic health struggles, emotional depletion, and even surviving a cardiac arrest… and how those seasons completely reshaped her understanding of surrender, healing, identity, and intimacy with God. This conversation is for the woman who: Loves Jesus but feels exhausted Has been trying to hold everything together in her own strength Wonders why healing has taken longer than expected Feels discouraged in a difficult season Is ready to stop surviving and start surrendering Together, Brittany and Stephanie talk about what it looks like to trust God with a journey you didn’t choose, honor your body without shame, and discover that God still meets us tenderly in our weakest moments. This episode will remind you that freedom in Christ is real… and even at the end of yourself, His grace is still enough. Connect with Stephanie Franklin-Suber: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebuildyourtemple_ Website: https://rebuildyourtemplegodsway.com/ Let’s Connect! If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and tag me on Instagram @realbrittanydawn so I can connect with you personally! Have a question or topic idea? Send me a DM, I’d love to hear from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 hr

  2. MAY 5

    Raising Godly Children in a Culture That’s Fighting for Them

    Motherhood today can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to raise children who genuinely love Jesus in a world that constantly pulls them in the opposite direction. In this episode, I’m joined by Rhonda Stoppe… best-selling author, speaker, and host of the Old Ladies Know Stuff podcast. With over 40 years of marriage, children and grandchildren, Rhonda brings a powerful, multi-generational perspective on what it actually looks like to raise Godly children in real life: not from perfection, but through faithfulness. We talk about the difference between raising well-behaved kids and raising disciples, how to let go of control and mom guilt, and what it truly means to steward motherhood as a calling… rather than a performance. If you’ve ever felt the weight of wanting to “get it right” as a mom: this conversation is for you. What it really means to raise Godly children The difference between behavior modification vs. heart transformation How to disciple your kids in everyday, practical ways Letting go of perfection, control, and comparison Raising kids with fearless faith in today’s culture Why your personal walk with God matters more than you think Common parenting mistakes Christian moms are making How God redeems our failures in motherhood What matters most in the early years (especially for new moms) Rhonda Stoppe is a best-selling author, internationally respected speaker, and host of the award-winning podcast Old Ladies Know Stuff. She has spent decades equipping women and families with biblical wisdom rooted in real-life experience. Married for over 40 years, Rhonda is a mom and grandmother, offering a rare and powerful perspective on raising children who walk with the Lord across generations. Connect with Rhonda Stoppe: Website: http://NoRegretsWoman.com Moms of the Bible Book: https://www.rhondastoppe.com/moms-of-the-bible-book/ Let’s Connect!If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and tag me on Instagram @realbrittanydawn so I can connect with you personally! Have a question or topic idea? Send me a DM, I’d love to hear from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min

  3. APR 28

    Burnout as a Nervous System Issue, Not a Faith Failure

    In today’s episode, I sit down with trauma therapist and nervous system expert Rochelle Walsh to talk about burnout from a perspective many women have never considered. Instead of seeing burnout as a lack of faith, discipline, or time management, it's often a sign of nervous system dysregulation. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like you’re constantly running on empty—even while doing things you love—this conversation is for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: - Why burnout is often a nervous system issue, not a spiritual failure - The hidden impact of chronic stress and high-capacity living - How motherhood and life transitions can trigger overwhelm - Practical ways to regulate your nervous system daily - The power of slowing down and being fully present - Why self-compassion is essential for emotional and spiritual health Connect with Rochelle: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rochellewalsh_ Website: https://rochellewalsh.mykajabi.com/ Joyful and Present Let’s Connect! If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and tag me on Instagram @realbrittanydawn so I can connect with you personally! Have a question or topic idea? Send me a DM, I’d love to hear from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min

  4. APR 21

    Stop Nagging Your Husband, Start Trusting God Instead with Lisa Bevere

    In today’s episode of She Lives Freed, I have the honor of chatting with Lisa Bevere for a conversation that is both deeply convicting and incredibly freeing. We’re talking about a pattern that so many women fall into, but rarely recognize: nagging, control, and the urge to constantly correct our husbands.Culture normalizes it, social media jokes about it, but Scripture has something very different to say. This episode isn’t about shame: it’s about refinement. If you’ve ever felt frustrated in your marriage, caught yourself repeating the same things over and over, or if you’ve struggled to trust God with your husband’s growth… this conversation will challenge you to step out of control and into surrender and respect. Your words have the power to either build your marriage or slowly tear it down. And God is calling us higher in this hour as wives and women of God. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The biblical truth about nagging and why it’s more serious than we think How constant correction can tear down your husband’s identity The difference between healthy communication vs. control Why nagging often reveals a deeper trust issue with God How to communicate needs without dishonor Practical ways to replace frustration with life-giving words The role of prayer in transforming your marriage How to become a woman who builds her home with wisdom Learn more from Lisa Bevere and her ministry, books, and teachings that equip women to walk boldly in truth. Connect with Lisa Bevere:Website: https://lisabevere.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabevereTwitter:  http://twitter.com/LisaBevereFacebook Fan Page:  http://www.facebook.com/lisabevere.page  Let’s Connect! If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and tag me on Instagram @realbrittanydawn so I can connect with you personally! Have a question or topic idea? Send me a DM, I’d love to hear from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min

  5. APR 14

    Breaking Labels: Anxiety, ADHD & the Spirit of Confusion

    At what point did what you’re walking through become who you are? In today’s episode, we’re having an honest, Spirit-led conversation about labels: anxiety, ADHD, trauma, burnout… and how easily they can shift from something we experience to something we identify with. This episode is not about dismissing real struggles, it’s about bringing clarity, discernment, and truth back into the conversation. Because even though these symptoms might be real… your identity is still rooted in Christ. In this episode, we talk about the difference between understanding your struggles and coming into agreement with them, how the spirit of confusion can keep you stuck, and what it looks like to actually walk in freedom: mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. If you’ve ever felt like “this is just who I am”… this episode is for you. When a diagnosis or struggle becomes your identity The difference between awareness vs. agreement What the Bible says about confusion and identity How the spirit of confusion operates in everyday life Misdiagnosis, culture, and the normalization of labels The role of the Holy Spirit in healing and clarity Practical steps to break agreement with false identities How to renew your mind and walk in truth daily Connect with Kingdom Sexuality Ministry: Britley’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/britleyann Ellie’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellie_bt Website: www.fanintoflame.co Let’s Connect! If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and tag me on Instagram @realbrittanydawn so I can connect with you personally! Have a question or topic idea? Send me a DM, I’d love to hear from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min

  6. APR 7

    Breaking Toxic Cycles God’s Way

    Why does it feel like you’re having the same fight over and over again in your marriage? In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with Jenna Shaffer, a licensed therapist and Christian marriage coach, to talk about something so many couples experience… but don’t always recognize: toxic cycles. We’re diving into what these patterns actually look like, why they keep repeating, and how past wounds, triggers, and miscommunication can quietly shape the way we show up in marriage. But more importantly, we’re talking about how to break the cycle. This conversation blends biblical truth + practical tools to help you move from frustration and disconnection to healing, awareness, and real freedom in your marriage. If you’ve ever thought, “Why do we keep going in circles?” – this episode is for you. What a toxic cycle in marriage actually is Why couples repeat the same arguments How triggers and past wounds show up in your relationship The difference between healthy conflict and destructive patterns Practical steps to break unhealthy cycles What to do in the moment when emotions escalate How one person can begin shifting the dynamic Inviting God into the healing process in marriage “You’re not stuck, you may just be in a cycle you haven’t identified yet.” Connect with Jenna Shaffer: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christianmillennialmarriages/ Website: https://christianmillennialmarriages.com/ Christian Marriage Academy: https://christianmillennialmarriages.com/cma Use code LOVEFIRST to get $600 off (46% off) Let’s Connect! If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and tag me on Instagram @realbrittanydawn so I can connect with you personally! Have a question or topic idea? Send me a DM—I’d love to hear from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    45 min

  7. APR 2

    Our Wild, Unmedicated, POSITIVE Birth Story: God Was in Every Detail

    In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing the full story of bringing our baby into the world. The prayers, the unexpected moments, the heightened emotions of both myself and Jordan, and the undeniable presence of God through it all.  After everything it took to get here… infertility, loss, waiting, and surrender… this birth wasn’t just a moment in our lives, it was a testimony of God’s goodness, of His perfect timing. Whether you’re a mama, believing for your own miracle, or just need a reminder that God is faithful in every season, this episode is for you. The final days leading up to labor What I was feeling physically, emotionally, and spiritually How labor actually unfolded (the real, raw version) Unexpected moments and things I didn’t plan for Where I saw God show up in the middle of it all My husband’s role and perspective during the birth The moment we finally met our baby What this experience taught me about surrender and trust Isaiah 66:9 – “Do I bring to the moment of birth and not give delivery?” Let’s Connect! If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and tag me on Instagram @realbrittanydawn so I can connect with you personally! www.instagram.com/realbrittanydawn www.youtube.com/brittanydawn  Have a question or topic idea? Send me a DM, I’d love to hear from you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 10m

  8. MAR 24

    Hope In the Middle of Loss: Trusting God Through Grief with Kirby Kelly

    Grief is something every one of us will face, yet it’s rarely talked about honestly in the church. In today’s episode, Brittany sits down with author, speaker, and podcast host Kirby Kelly to talk about walking through deep loss and finding hope in the middle of suffering. Kirby shares about losing her mom, the questions she wrestled with in her faith, and the ways God met her in the middle of grief. This conversation is raw, honest, and full of encouragement for anyone walking through pain, loss, or unanswered prayers. If you’ve ever wondered how to hold onto hope when your heart is breaking, this episode is for you. What grief looked like in the early days after losing her mom Wrestling with God in seasons of suffering How faith can feel fragile during loss and how God meets us in the middle of grief How our hope comes only from Jesus, even in heartache What hoping in Him looks like when life doesn’t make sense Encouragement for anyone currently walking through grief God is not distant in our suffering.. He is right there in it with us. Connect with Kirby Kelly: Podcast: https://www.lifeaudio.com/bought-beloved-with-kirby-kelly/?page=2 Instagram: www.instagram.com/kirbyisaboss About: https://kirby-kelly.com/ Book: https://bit.ly/TheFabricofHopeKirbyKelly Let’s Connect! If this episode blessed you, share it with a friend, leave a review, and tag me on Instagram @realbrittanydawn so I can connect with you personally! Have a question or topic idea? Send me a DM — I’d love to hear from you! What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    38 min
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Welcome to She Lives Freed! A space for the woman who's done playing small and refuses to settle for surface-level faith. Hosted by Brittany Dawn Nelson, this podcast dives headfirst into the deep through testimonies that bring tears, conversations culture won’t touch, and encouragement for every season of your walk with Jesus.  Whether you’re navigating motherhood or marriage, identity or infertility, spiritual warfare or feel spiritually stagnant… you’ll find truth, laughter, and raw reminders that freedom is your portion. That you weren’t made to blend in: you were born to live freed with Jesus.  Here, we talk about what it looks like to pick up your cross and follow Jesus — the imperfect moments, honest struggles, and the beauty of being truly Spirit-led. This podcast is about learning how to walk with Jesus faithfully every day: even when it’s costly, slow, or unseen. You have a seat at our table.  Connect with Brittany Dawn: https://www.instagram.com/realbrittanydawn https://www.tiktok.com/realbrittanydawn https://www.youtube.com/brittanydawn www.brittany-dawn.com

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  • Creator
    Brittany Dawn Nelson
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    116
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 She Lives Freed

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