Lifted to Hope

Louise Sedgwick
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Trying to make sense of God's design for our lives and our day-to-day experience in a sinful world can be confusing and lonely. Join me, Louise Sedgwick, an author, teacher, and survivor of childhood trauma each Tuesday as I share insights about my own healing journey as well as hearing stories from friends and experts that will inspire you. Here you will discover the hope you've been craving. If you're ready to experience true freedom from the past and finally connect with others and God, I've saved a seat for you.

  1. 3D AGO

    An Absent Father's Impact with Chuck Sedgwick, Part 1

    I have been deeply blessed by the many guests who have courageously shared their stories on this podcast, but these next two episodes are especially meaningful to me. My husband of 44 years, Chuck Sedgwick, joins me to share part of his own healing journey as we continue this series on God's Tools for Healing Shame. Though I did not witness the struggles of his childhood firsthand, I experienced the impact those early wounds had on his life, just as he experienced the effects of mine. I have also had the privilege of watching God faithfully restore him step by step through the years. In this week's episode, Chuck opens up about growing up with a father who was emotionally and physically absent for much of his childhood. Without a healthy model of manhood or connection, he was left searching for identity and direction. Everything began to change when he came to know Jesus as a teenager. Through Christ, Chuck discovered love, belonging, and a new path forward. His story is a beautiful reminder that God meets us in our broken places and patiently brings healing and growth over time.   To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

    35 min

  2. MAY 12

    From Perfectionism to Resting in God's Presence with Tina Slaughter, Part 2

    Tina Slaughter returns this week to share how God led her out of the exhausting cycle of perfectionism and performance and into the beauty of living in His presence. After years of striving to earn approval and value through achievement, Tina longed for something deeper. She wanted true intimacy with God. Through slow and intentional steps of spending time with Him, her relationship with the Lord began to grow in ways that transformed her heart and mind. In this episode, Tina talks about how a wilderness season deepened her dependence on God and awakened in her a passion for His presence. What began as a desire for freedom became a lifestyle of closeness with Him, often spending hours in prayer and communion with God each morning. Now Tina shares that hope and encouragement with others, helping them discover the peace, purpose, and joy that come from walking closely with the Lord.   Connect with Tina:  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tina.slaughter.2025 Tina's book, The Nearness of God     To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

    33 min

  3. MAY 5

    Trapped by Perfectionism and Performance with Tina Slaughter, Part 1

    Performance and perfectionism can look admirable on the outside, but they often hide a deep longing for approval, belonging, and worth. My guest for this and next week's episodes is author, teacher, and Christian life coach Tina Slaughter, who shares how this pattern shaped her life from a young age. As a high achiever, Tina believed that if she could just get everything right, she would finally feel secure and accepted. Instead, the pressure to perform left her feeling alone, unknown, and driven by shame. When Tina came to the end of herself, she did something different. She surrendered. In this episode, she shares how God gently began to earn her trust, teaching her to release striving and rest in His love. Through that process, she discovered that freedom was not found in perfection, but in allowing God to meet the deepest needs of her heart. Her story is a powerful invitation to step out of performance and into the peace that comes from trusting Him.   Connect with Tina:  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/tina.slaughter.2025 Tina's book, The Nearness of God     To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

    33 min

  4. APR 28

    After Abuse, God's Word Heals with Terrie Tollerson, Part 2

    Terrie Tollerson returns this week to continue sharing her powerful story of healing after escaping an abusive marriage to a pastor. She describes her experience as living through an "unnatural disaster," one that brought deep destruction to her life and the lives of her children. After fleeing to safety, recovery did not happen overnight. It was a long and difficult journey marked by survival, grief, and the slow rebuilding of what had been broken. Through that process, God began to restore Terrie's soul. The very Scriptures that had once been distorted and used against her became a source of truth, comfort, and life. As she spent time in God's Word, she came to understand His true heart for her and discovered that she was cherished and cared for by Him. Today, Terrie shares that same hope with other women who have experienced their own "unnatural disasters," pointing them to the healing power of God's truth.   Connect with Terrie:  www.terrietollerson.com Facebook: Unseen No More Instagram: @TerrieTollerson TikTok: @terrie.tollerson   To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

    33 min

  5. APR 21

    Escaping from an Abusive Husband/Pastor with Terrie Tollerson, Part 1

    My guest for this and next week's podcast episodes is author, teacher, and soon-to-be podcaster Terrie Tollerson. Terrie came to faith in Jesus at a young age and later met the man she believed she would serve alongside in ministry. After marrying a pastor, she looked forward to building a life centered on Christ. But soon after the wedding, the reality of his sexual addiction surfaced. What she had learned from Scripture as a child became twisted through his manipulation, leaving her confused, trapped, and unsure of what it truly meant to be a faithful Christian wife and mother. As the abuse and addiction escalated, Terrie carried deep shame, believing she was somehow responsible for her husband's behavior. With no clear place to turn, she endured increasing harm until she made the courageous decision to escape with her children to find safety. In this episode, Terrie begins to share her story with honesty and vulnerability. Her journey reveals the devastating impact of spiritual distortion and the first steps of trusting God to begin again.   Connect with Terrie:  www.terrietollerson.com Facebook: Unseen No More Instagram: @TerrieTollerson TikTok: @terrie.tollerson   To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

    35 min

  6. APR 14

    God's Tools for Healing Shame

    Healing from shame is not something we can accomplish on our own. It is a slow, daily journey that requires the supernatural work of God in our hearts. In this episode, I begin a new series on God's Tools for Healing Shame by sharing part of my own story. Learning to live in the power of the cross and resurrection moved me forward in profound ways, but God did not stop there. He continued to use practical, life-giving tools to transform my thinking and restore my heart. Through His Word, I was taught truth that replaced the lies I believed about myself. Worship and gratitude shifted my focus away from shame and back to God's goodness. The encouragement and presence of the body of Christ strengthened me when I felt weak. And through it all, God's grace helped me trust Him with my life. In this episode, I share how these tools became part of my healing journey and how they can help bring freedom and transformation to yours as well. Links Mentioned: Receiving God's Forgiveness https://www.louisesedgwick.com/podcast/47 Forgiving Ourselves https://www.louisesedgwick.com/podcast/50 Forgiving Others https://www.louisesedgwick.com/podcast/53 Confession of Sin https://www.louisesedgwick.com/podcast/44 Repentance   https://www.louisesedgwick.com/podcast/74 The Holy Spirit's Work in Us  https://www.louisesedgwick.com/podcast/19-grxrx Scripture Mentioned: Isaiah 53:4-5 John 17:17 Hebrews 4:12 Psalm 119:105 John 13:35 Hebrews 3:13 Hebrews 10:24-25 Ephesians 4:29 Psalm 22:3 (KJV) Psalm 16:11   To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

    32 min

  7. APR 7

    God Heals as the Father who Stays, with Jason Ellis, LMFT, Part 2

    "Forgive, and you will be forgiven." In Luke 6:37, the word forgive can also mean "release." When we hold onto unforgiveness, waiting for a debt to be repaid, it binds us in ways we often don't realize. But when we release others, even without apology or acknowledgment, we ourselves are set free. This truth becomes deeply personal in this week's episode as Jason Ellis, LMFT, returns to share more of his journey. Jason experienced repeated abandonment by the men who were meant to care for him, including his birth father, stepfather, and others who had promised to guide him. The pain could have led him down a destructive path, but by God's grace, he chose forgiveness. In doing so, he found healing, freedom, and a new way of living. Today, Jason partners with God as a wounded healer, staying present with those he loves and helping others experience the same mercy and grace that transformed his life. His story is a powerful reminder that forgiveness releases us and opens the door to lasting healing. Connect with Jason:  https://therosemarytree.org/   To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

    32 min

  8. MAR 31

    Looking for a Dad who would Stay with Jason Ellis, Part 1

    This week, I'm joined by my dear friend Jason Ellis, LMFT, as we begin a meaningful conversation to close out this series on shame and abandonment. Jason and I spent many years serving together in ministry, walking through both joyful and difficult seasons side by side. I have had the privilege of witnessing his healing journey up close as he faced the deep wounds left by the very men who were meant to love and protect him. Growing up, Jason knew the pain of waiting for a father who never showed up, followed by the disappointment of a stepfather who also let him down. Those experiences left him questioning his worth and wondering if any father would truly value him. In this episode, Jason shares the beginning of his story, including the profound turning point when he came to know Jesus and discovered that he had been adopted by a perfect Father. It is a powerful testimony of God's grace and the healing that begins when we understand we are fully loved and never abandoned by Him. Connect with Jason:  https://therosemarytree.org/   To inquire about counseling, email Louise at Louise@louisesedgwick.com.

    33 min
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Trying to make sense of God's design for our lives and our day-to-day experience in a sinful world can be confusing and lonely. Join me, Louise Sedgwick, an author, teacher, and survivor of childhood trauma each Tuesday as I share insights about my own healing journey as well as hearing stories from friends and experts that will inspire you. Here you will discover the hope you've been craving. If you're ready to experience true freedom from the past and finally connect with others and God, I've saved a seat for you.

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  • Creator
    Louise Sedgwick
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    198
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2022
  • Show Website
    Lifted to Hope

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