33 episodes

We all suffer and we all have a story. And it's in sharing these stories and talking about the storms of life that we can better empathize and care for others and be inspired to persevere in life and in faith. Life is hard and full of brokenness, and we all endure seasons of trial. This is a place to connect and relate with incredible people and their stories of suffering, hope and perseverance. You many shed a tear or two, for we do not minimize the pain, but we hope you are able to laugh at times and find joy even in the midst of suffering. So join us, as we talk about the hard stuff, for we trust that through the fire, God is moulding and shaping us all into something beautiful.

Fire & Grace Stephanie Reddicopp & Karessa Davis-Erickson

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 5.0 • 2 Ratings

We all suffer and we all have a story. And it's in sharing these stories and talking about the storms of life that we can better empathize and care for others and be inspired to persevere in life and in faith. Life is hard and full of brokenness, and we all endure seasons of trial. This is a place to connect and relate with incredible people and their stories of suffering, hope and perseverance. You many shed a tear or two, for we do not minimize the pain, but we hope you are able to laugh at times and find joy even in the midst of suffering. So join us, as we talk about the hard stuff, for we trust that through the fire, God is moulding and shaping us all into something beautiful.

    Giving Thanks... When You Feel Like Job - with Dana Wright (Charcot Marie Tooth disease, parkinsonism, wheelchair)

    Giving Thanks... When You Feel Like Job - with Dana Wright (Charcot Marie Tooth disease, parkinsonism, wheelchair)

    Our guest today, Dana Wright, has a very rare disease called Charcot Marie Tooth disease.  Pain is very real to her on a daily basis.  There is no cure for her disease, she has to rely on the Lord for her every provision and she can easily relate to Job. Still, Dana chooses to give thanks in all circumstances.
    Listen to Dana sing Scarlet River on Spotify or Apple Music
    Listen to Stephanie's NEW song Immanuel on Spotify or Apple Music

    • 30 min
    God Will Never Give You More Than HE Can Handle - with Coralie Dowedoff (cancer, mulitple sclerosis, car accident, sexual abuse)

    God Will Never Give You More Than HE Can Handle - with Coralie Dowedoff (cancer, mulitple sclerosis, car accident, sexual abuse)

    Have you heard the "christian" phrase "God will never give you more than you can handle"? Our guest on today's episode shares how this is a misunderstanding of scripture and that even Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians that they were "so utterly burdened beyond their strength that they despaired of life itself." Coralie Dowedoff's story goes from one tragedy to the next but that the correct understanding is that God will never give you more than HE can handle. 

    • 44 min
    Wretched Wednesday - with Julie Loeppky (infidelity, forgiveness, reconciliation

    Wretched Wednesday - with Julie Loeppky (infidelity, forgiveness, reconciliation

    From darkness to light, from old to new, from the deepest sorrow to an absolute miracle, Wretched Wednesday, is the story of Julie & Chris Loeppky. It's so extraordinary ... it's something only God could do!

    • 42 min
    Each Day is a Gift - with Julia Kozak

    Each Day is a Gift - with Julia Kozak

    It's a NEW Season and our hosts, Karessa and Stephanie, have a good discussion about Summer/Fall and what to expect with the podcast going forward!  Stephanie also interviews a childhood friend, Julia Kozak, an Indigenous woman of the Nisga'a Nation.  Julia shares a story from her childhood of escape, which has led her to believe that each day is a gift. They also discuss MMIWG and the unmarked graves found at the residential schools. Follow Julia on Instagram @jkozak.nisgaa.art or Twitter @JKozakNisgaaArt

    • 1 hr 4 min
    Beauty Maker - with Stephanie Reddicopp

    Beauty Maker - with Stephanie Reddicopp

    In this special episode, Karessa interviews Stephanie about her upcoming music release Beauty Maker EP, releasing Wednesday July 14th.  Hear the background story to the creative process and the trials Stephanie has faced that led to writing Beauty Maker.  Listen to Stephanie's music on all streaming platforms or visit www.stephaniereddicopp.com.  To get tickets to the July 23rd Comedy & Concert Night click here. 

    • 42 min
    Fight or Flight - with Rachel Schalk

    Fight or Flight - with Rachel Schalk

    When Rachel was faced with a difficult journey in caring for her newborn son, fear crept in very quickly.  She experienced feelings of inadequacy and helplessness.  The normal things, like catching a cold, that happen to every child left Rachel in a state of fight of flight.  She was absolultey petrified.  Although unique, Rachel's story is very relateable to anyone who has experienced anxiety or fear.

    • 44 min

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2 Ratings

MariposaH ,

Encouraging and inspiring

I am very thankful for this podcast. It is very timely and the ladies that lead it and share are very transparent and inspiring. I have been thoroughly encouraged by listening to their struggles and found that I am not alone even though I have different or some of the same struggles. We all are in this together and having Jesus to walk through them all makes them bearable. Thank you for your honesty, and praise and glory be to God!

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