Grace in Every Season

Denise Schwabe, CHHC Faith + Food Ministry
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Grace in Every Season is a faith-centered podcast for women learning to trust God through every season of life — the joyful, the challenging, and the in-between. Through personal testimony, Scripture, and gentle encouragement, Denise shares how faith, obedience, and nourishment — spiritually and physically — can lead to true healing and wholeness. This podcast is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and rest in God’s grace, knowing He is always at work.

  1. 2d ago

    When the Storm Says Stop

    What do you do when you’ve prayed, prepared, and taken every step you believed God was leading you to take—and then a storm comes? This episode was born out of a very real moment. For months, Denise had been preparing for a Faith + Food seminar. The teaching was ready. The fellowship hall was set up. The nourishing food had been prepared. Everything was in place. And then a Nor’easter arrived. Suddenly, the circumstances seemed to say, “This isn’t going to work. No one will come. Maybe you should stop.” But sometimes faith means refusing to let what we see determine whether we’ll obey what God has placed before us. In this episode of Grace in Every Season, Denise shares what God reminded her through Peter stepping out of the boat and walking toward Jesus: the storm was already there—but Peter began to sink when his focus shifted from Jesus to the wind around him. Second Corinthians 5:7 tells us, “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” We don’t always know what the outcome of our obedience will be. We don’t know how many people will show up, how things will turn out, or whether the result will look anything like what we imagined. But perhaps the better question isn’t, “How will this turn out?” It’s: “Will I be faithful with what God has given me to do?” Sometimes the storm doesn’t mean stop. Sometimes it’s simply making the road harder than you expected. And sometimes faith isn’t knowing how the story ends. Sometimes faith is taking the next step while the storm is still raging. 🌻

  2. Sep 21

    Is Fear Making Your Decisions?

    Have you ever called something wisdom…when really, you were just afraid? Fear doesn’t always sound like fear. Sometimes it sounds reasonable: “I’m just being careful.”
“Maybe now isn’t the right time.”
“I need a little more confirmation.”
“I’ll do it when I feel ready.” And sometimes those things truly are wisdom. But other times, fear can disguise itself as caution and keep us from doing what God has already asked us to do. In this episode of Grace in Every Season, Denise explores the difference between biblical wisdom and fear-driven decision-making—and why feeling afraid isn’t the same as allowing fear to control you. Through the story of Nehemiah rebuilding Jerusalem’s wall, we’re given a powerful picture of faith and wisdom working together. When danger came, the people didn’t ignore it—but they didn’t allow it to stop their obedience either. They prayed. They set a guard. And they kept building. Sometimes wisdom tells us to slow down, prepare, seek counsel, or take precautions. Other times, fear tells us we can’t move forward until we can guarantee the outcome. So how can we tell the difference? By bringing our decisions before God, testing them against His Word, asking Him for wisdom, examining what’s really driving us, and trusting Him enough to take the next faithful step. Courage isn’t the absence of fear. Biblical courage is choosing obedience even when fear is present. If you’ve been facing a decision and wondering whether you’re being wise—or simply afraid—this episode will encourage you to ask one important question: Is wisdom making this decision…or is fear? Pray. Seek God’s Word. Take wise precautions when they’re needed. And when God makes the path clear… don’t give fear a vote that belongs to God. 💛🌻

  3. Sep 14

    When Peace Doesn’t Mean Easy

    If something is really God’s will, shouldn’t it be easier? Sometimes we assume that if God is leading us, the doors will open, everything will fall into place, and we’ll feel completely comfortable moving forward. But Scripture shows us that God’s peace and an easy path are not always the same thing. In this episode of Grace in Every Season, Denise talks about what it means to follow God when obedience is difficult—and why resistance, uncertainty, or discomfort don’t automatically mean we’ve missed His will. Jesus Himself prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane, “Not my will, but yours, be done.” His surrender to the Father didn’t make the road ahead easy. Sometimes obedience requires us to wait when we want to move, step forward when we’re afraid, have a difficult conversation, surrender our own plans, or trust God without knowing how everything will work out. And sometimes what feels like peace may actually be the relief of avoiding obedience. So how do we know the difference? Through prayer, God’s Word, wisdom, discernment, and a heart that is genuinely willing to say, “Lord, not my will, but Yours.” If you’re following God’s leading but wondering why the road feels so difficult, this episode is a reminder: Don’t mistake difficult for wrong. God’s peace doesn’t always make the road easy. Sometimes His peace is what gives us the strength to keep walking the road He’s called us to. 💛🌻

  4. Sep 7

    What Does it Mean to Guard Your Heart?

    What does it really mean to guard your heart? Proverbs 4:23 tells us, “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.” But guarding our hearts doesn’t mean becoming cold, shutting people out, or building walls around ourselves. In this episode of Grace in Every Season, Denise talks about biblical boundaries, discernment, and being intentional about what we allow access to our hearts—from the voices and influences we take in to the hurts, fears, and offenses we allow to remain. But boundaries aren’t only needed around unhealthy things. Sometimes we need boundaries around good things too—even ministry and serving God. Through the story of Mary and Martha and the example of Jesus withdrawing from the crowds to pray, we’re reminded that we can become so busy doing things for Jesus that we forget to simply be with Jesus. Before we do for Jesus, we need to be with Jesus. If you’ve been stretched thin, struggling to protect your spiritual peace, or wondering where God may be asking you to set healthier boundaries, this episode is an invitation to slow down, seek His wisdom, and make room to sit at His feet. Guard your heart—but don’t harden it.
Protect your peace. Use wisdom with your time and energy. And above all, make room for Jesus. 💛

  5. Aug 31

    What Do You Do When God Feels Silent?

    Have you ever prayed and prayed about something, only to feel like God is completely silent? You’ve asked for direction. You’ve waited for an answer. You’ve wondered what God is doing—and still, nothing seems to change. In this episode of Grace in Every Season, Denise talks about what it means to trust God when you can’t hear Him, see what He’s doing, or understand His timing. Through Psalm 13, Psalm 119:105, Isaiah 55:8–9, and Hebrews 13:5, we’re reminded that God’s silence does not mean God’s absence. Like David, we can bring our questions honestly before God while continuing to trust His character and His faithfulness. Sometimes God doesn’t show us the entire road ahead. He simply gives us enough light for the next faithful step. If you’re in a season of waiting, unanswered prayer, or wondering where God is, this episode is a reminder to stay close, keep praying, keep trusting His Word, and remember: God may feel quiet, but He is still there. 🌻

  6. Aug 24

    Are You Tired—or Spiritually Drained?

    Have you ever said, “I’m just tired,” but deep down you knew it was more than physical exhaustion? Sometimes our bodies simply need rest. But other times, we can sleep, slow down, and still feel depleted because it’s our soul that is weary. In this episode of Grace in Every Season, Denise shares from a very personal place about recognizing physical exhaustion and spiritual weariness after a season of grief, serving, ministering, and continually pouring into others. We’ll look at the difference between needing physical rest and needing spiritual renewal—and why sometimes we need both. Jesus never asked us to run on empty. He invited the weary to come to Him: “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 If you’ve been pushing through, showing up, caring for everyone else, or wondering why you still feel exhausted even after resting, this episode is an invitation to stop striving for a moment and allow God to restore what has been poured out. Sometimes the most faithful thing you can do is rest. Your body may need rest.
Your soul may need refreshing.
And it’s okay if you need both. 💛 🎙️ Grace in Every Season with Denise Schwabe

  7. Aug 17

    When Your Feelings Don’t Match Your Faith

    What happens when you know God is faithful—but you still feel afraid? When you know He is near—but you feel alone? When you believe He is good—but your heart is hurting? Having difficult emotions doesn’t mean your faith is weak. Faith doesn’t require us to deny our feelings; it teaches us not to let our feelings determine what is true. In this episode of Grace in Every Season, Denise talks about what it means to walk by faith when our emotions are heavy. Through Psalm 42:11, Psalm 56:3, 2 Corinthians 5:7, and Mark 9:24, we’ll see that fear and trust can exist at the same time—and so can grief and hope, sorrow and worship, struggle and faith. You can bring every emotion honestly before God while still choosing to stand on the truth of His Word. You don’t have to wait until your feelings change to walk by faith. 💛 🎙️ Grace in Every Season with Denise Schwabe

  8. Aug 10

    When God Changes the Plan

    Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “This isn’t how I thought my story would go”? We make plans for our relationships, families, careers, health, and futures—but sometimes life takes an unexpected turn. A door closes. A relationship changes. Loss comes. The future we imagined suddenly looks very different. In this episode of Grace in Every Season, Denise shares what it means to trust God when the plan changes and we don’t understand why. Trusting God doesn’t mean pretending that painful things are good or denying our disappointment. Romans 8:28 doesn’t tell us that everything that happens is good—it reminds us that God is able to work all things together for good. Sometimes we even need to grieve the life we thought we would have while trusting that God is still present in the life we have now. When we want the whole map, God may simply give us enough grace for the next step. Key Scriptures: Proverbs 16:9, Romans 8:28, and Isaiah 55:8–9. If your plans have changed and you’re wondering what comes next, this episode is a reminder: A changed plan does not mean an absent God. The route may look different—but God is still with you on the journey. 💛

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Grace in Every Season is a faith-centered podcast for women learning to trust God through every season of life — the joyful, the challenging, and the in-between. Through personal testimony, Scripture, and gentle encouragement, Denise shares how faith, obedience, and nourishment — spiritually and physically — can lead to true healing and wholeness. This podcast is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and rest in God’s grace, knowing He is always at work.

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  • Creator
    Denise Schwabe, CHHC Faith + Food Ministry
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Denise Schwabe, CHHC Faith + Food Ministry
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