From My Father Podcast with Tangie Callahan

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Welcome to From My Father with Tangie Callahan. Take your shoes off + stay awhile. Grab a cup of coffee—or a matcha—and join Tangie for honest conversations about faith, life, healing, purpose + everything in between. Through real stories, real questions + biblical truth, you’ll discover the Father’s heart for every season. Whether you’re navigating a difficult season, searching for answers, growing in your faith, or simply longing for more of God, this is a place where you can pull up a chair, be encouraged + be reminded that you’re not walking alone. New episodes feature heartfelt conversations, practical wisdom, personal experiences + the timeless truth of God’s Word—all designed to point you back to the Father. Real life. Real questions. The Father’s heart. The conversations begin THIS AUGUST. 🤍

Episodes

  1. 3d ago ·  Video

    TRUSTING GOD'S PLAN FOR LOVE, CALLING + EVERY SEASON

    Hidden in His Timing: Trusting God's Plan for Love, Calling + Every Season In this conversation between Tangie Callahan + her daughter-in-law Morgan Callahan, the central theme is trusting God's timing across every season of life, particularly in the areas of love, calling + identity. Morgan shares her journey of growing up in a Spirit-filled home, experiencing the Holy Spirit at age nine, navigating seasons of loneliness + anxiety, pursuing nursing as a calling + ultimately finding her husband through an unexpected series of events. Throughout the conversation, the consistent thread is surrender over striving. Morgan emphasizes that God never wastes a season, that peace is permission + that the hidden seasons are often seasons of divine preparation + protection. The conversation also touches on the importance of holding to godly standards in relationships, praying for a future spouse even before knowing who they are + trusting that prayers are never wasted. The episode closes with an encouragement to the listener who feels behind: stay present, resist comparison + trust that God is preparing you for what He has already prepared for you. Key Points: - Being raised in a Spirit-filled home and experiencing a personal encounter with the Holy Spirit at a young age can lay a foundation of faith that sustains through difficult seasons - Anxiety and fear can be combated through the consistent practice of praying scripture, particularly in seasons when words fail - God never wastes a season, including seasons of loneliness, waiting, and uncertainty - Where God gives peace, He gives permission, and this principle serves as a reliable guide when seeking direction - Praying specifically and intentionally over a future spouse, even before knowing who they are, is a powerful and purposeful act of faith - Dating with intention and holding to godly standards protects both individuals and honors the Lord - It is not a spouse's role to be the Holy Spirit for their partner; each person must cultivate their own sensitivity to God's voice - The hidden seasons of singleness are often seasons of God's protection, shielding from things that are not meant for that chapter - Comparison, especially through social media, is a tool the enemy uses to convince people they are behind or that their season is wasted - Marriage does not stop the hard things of life; surrender must be practiced daily, not just in the waiting season - Praying for a spouse's surrender to God's call is more powerful than being drawn in by potential alone Scripture Reference: - Psalm 91, which speaks of dwelling in the shelter of the Most High and finding refuge under His protection, was a foundational passage Morgan's family prayed together nightly and that she personally returned to in seasons of fear and loneliness - Psalm 23, which speaks of the Lord as shepherd and guide through every valley, was also a passage Morgan leaned on during seasons of uncertainty - Proverbs 3:5-6, which calls believers to trust in the Lord completely, to not rely on their own understanding, and to acknowledge Him in all their ways so that He will direct their paths, was referenced as an encouragement to the listener wrestling with God's timing Stories: - Morgan recounts her experience at age nine in children's church at Redemption Church under Pastor Ron Carpenter, where she ran out weeping after being filled with the Holy Spirit and praying in tongues for the first time, marking her first deeply personal encounter with God - Morgan shares how she would sleep with her Bible under her pillow during seasons of intense fear and anxiety as a child, and how her family would recite Psalm 91 together each night before bed - Morgan describes going on a missions trip to the Dominican Republic in 2018 as a turning point in seeking clarity from the Lord about her future direction - Morgan tells the story of how she came across Bridge Church and then Rhalyn Callahan's social media pages, eventually discovering Ethan's profile and taking a screenshot to send to her sister, not knowing any of them personally at the time - Morgan recounts accidentally liking Ethan's social media post at 3 a.m. during a night shift break, which prompted him to follow her and send a message asking if they knew each other - Morgan tells the story of Ethan driving four and a half hours to meet her for one day during a girls' weekend at Carolina Beach, arriving at 10 a.m. after working until 11 p.m. the night before, and how in that moment Morgan knew she was looking at her future husband - Tangie shares that her daughter Payten once told her she loved Morgan because Morgan held Ethan to a standard, illustrating how even those watching from the outside could see the fruit of Morgan's conviction - Morgan shares a vision she had in her early twenties of feeling invisible, which she later understood as God hiding and protecting her in a season when her flesh was stronger than her spirit #FromMyFather #TrustGodsTiming #WaitingWithPurpose #PrayerChangesThings #FaithOverFear #HiddenSeason #GodNeverWastes ★ Support this podcast ★

  2. Oct 14 ·  Video

    WATCH YOUR MOUTH (there's power in what you speak) w/ Stacy Fretz

    The Power of Words: Speaking Life Over Yourself + Those You Love In this conversation between host Tangie Callahan + Pastor Stacy Fretz, the two explore the profound impact that words have on our relationships, our self-perception + our spiritual lives. Drawing from Proverbs 18:21, which teaches that life + death are in the power of the tongue, they examine how the words we speak over ourselves, our spouses + our children can either build up or tear down. Pastor Stacy shares honestly about seasons of insecurity, critical speech toward her husband + believing lies spoken over her about her body. The conversation moves through practical wisdom on guarding our words, correcting our children with love + clarity, rebuilding trust after betrayal + declaring God's promises even when circumstances look hopeless. Throughout, the central message remains consistent: our words are not neutral. They carry weight, they shape reality +they must be aligned with what God says rather than what we see in the natural. Key Points: - Proverbs 18:21 reminds us that the tongue holds the power of both life and death, meaning words that do not give life are actively speaking death over a person or situation - Words spoken over us in our formative years can take root as lies we unknowingly believe and act upon, sometimes for years before we recognize their influence - Insecurity on the inside often manifests as criticism and negativity directed outward, particularly toward those closest to us - A practical safeguard for our words is to ask whether what we are saying reflects what we actually want; if a statement followed by "and that is just the way I want it" does not ring true, it should not be spoken - Tone carries as much spiritual weight as the words themselves; where there is a tone, there is a stone - We must be careful not to speak agreement with what the enemy is doing in a loved one's life, but instead declare in faith what God has promised, even when circumstances say otherwise - Forgiving someone who has hurt or betrayed us is a decision of the will, not a feeling, and we cannot place our healing in the hands of the person who hurt us - Disciplining children well means giving clear instructions, matching the response to the seriousness of the situation, and speaking to the heart rather than simply modifying behavior - Vengeance belongs to the Lord, and there is peace in releasing the outcome of betrayal to Him rather than seeking to settle it ourselves Scripture Reference: - Proverbs 18:21, which teaches that the power of life and death resides in the tongue - Proverbs 12:18, which contrasts reckless words that wound like a sword with the healing brought by wise speech - Ephesians 4:29, which instructs believers to allow no unwholesome talk from their mouths, only words that build others up according to their needs - Luke 6:45, which teaches that words reveal what is truly happening inside a person's heart - Philippians 4:8, which calls believers to dwell on things that are true, honorable, and praiseworthy - Romans 4:17, where Paul describes speaking of things that do not yet exist as though they already do Stories: - Pastor Stacy recounts how an older cousin told her that women in their family never lose their baby weight after pregnancy; she unknowingly believed this lie, gained over 70 pounds during her first pregnancy, and spoke hopelessness over herself until a revelation of the power of words helped her break free and eventually return to her pre-pregnancy weight - Pastor Stacy describes a painful moment early in her role as a campus pastor when she stepped out in courage to preach alongside her husband on Mother's Day, only to have someone walk up immediately after and tell her she was awkward on stage before walking away without another word - Host Tangie Callahan shares how, during her son's season of running from God and engaging in destructive behavior, she disciplined herself to declare the opposite of what she saw in the natural, anointing his pillow even from a distance and thanking God aloud for the godly man her son would become, which ultimately came to pass #PowerOfWords #FromMyFather #SpeakLife #Proverbs1821 #FaithOverFear #LifeAndDeath ★ Support this podcast ★

  3. Oct 7 ·  Video

    WHEN LIFE SHIFTS (finding your footing in seasons of transition) w/ Stacy Fretz

    Grace for the Pace: Finding Strength + Peace Through Life's Transitions In this conversation-style episode of From My Father podcast, host Tangie Callahan sits down with Pastor Stacy Fretz to discuss navigating the many transitions life brings. Drawing from her own decade of rapid, consecutive life changes, Stacy shares how her greatest challenge was not the circumstances themselves but her own mindset toward them. She candidly reflects on how she made herself a victim to change, allowed social media to shape her perspective + unknowingly became a discouraging voice to her husband rather than an encouraging one. The conversation points listeners toward the renewing of the mind as described in Romans, the joy found in trials as referenced in James + the practical disciplines of daily faith-building through the Word. Central to the discussion is the truth that God uses every season of transition to grow, mature + prepare believers for what He has called them to accomplish. The episode encourages wives, mothers + women in ministry to pursue unity in marriage, guard their words toward their husbands + anchor themselves in Scripture as their ultimate playbook for every season. Key Points: - Every season of transition requires grace, and a healthy mindset is essential to navigating change well - Allowing social media to define your experience of a season can lead to a victim mentality and unnecessary discouragement - The renewing of the mind, as taught in Romans, is a daily and intentional discipline that transforms how believers perceive and respond to change - Trials and testing, as referenced in James, produce perseverance and spiritual growth when approached with the right perspective - Starting each day with a faith-building message, even for just 20 minutes while getting ready, deposits the Word into your spirit and sets the tone for the day - Wives play a critical role in being a voice of encouragement to their husbands, particularly in ministry, rather than echoing the discouragement the enemy already brings - Unity in marriage, including shared vision, aligned goals, and regular prayer together, is foundational to moving forward in the same direction - God uses seasons of consistent, intentional prayer to plant seeds that bear fruit in future seasons - Capacity grows through experience, and what once felt overwhelming becomes manageable as God matures and stretches the believer - Getting into the Word of God is the foundational solution to every emotional and circumstantial challenge a believer faces Scripture Reference: - Romans 12:2, which speaks to not being conformed to the patterns of this world but being transformed through the renewing of the mind - James 1, which addresses considering it joy when facing trials, understanding that the testing of faith produces perseverance Stories: - Stacy recounts the rapid succession of major life changes she and her husband Eric experienced over ten years, including marriage, home ownership, children, entering full-time ministry, joining Bridge Church staff, relocating to North Carolina, launching a campus, and having a third child, illustrating how God used each transition to grow her - Tangie shares a memory of her grandmother, a longtime pastor's wife, who warned her over tomato sandwiches to be careful how she spoke to her preacher husband, explaining that he would already face the enemy's critique after leaving the platform and that a wife must be a voice of encouragement rather than criticism - Stacy describes the launch Sunday of Bridge North Carolina, when the team ran out of chairs because attendance exceeded all expectations, marking a moment of awe at God's provision and faithfulness - Stacy shares how she and Eric set a nightly 9 p.m. phone reminder to pray together, holding hands and praying over one another, and how those prayers appear to have carried them into the fruitful season they are now experiencing - Stacy recalls sitting on the newly purchased 16.6 acres of land with Eric in chairs, praying over the land, their family, and their church as an act of faith and dedication #FromMyFather #GraceForThePace #TransitionSeason #RenewYourMind #TrustTheProcess #SeasonOfChange ★ Support this podcast ★

  4. Sep 30 ·  Video

    THE STORY BEHIND THE SONG (feat. LIZZIE MORGAN)

    The Cost of the Oil: Finding Your Voice Through Desperation + Purpose In this conversation recorded at the women's conference, worship leader Lizzie Morgan shares her personal story of growing up as a pastor's kid while navigating the chaos of a father's cocaine addiction, family secrets, + the tension between public faith + private pain. Through her journey, she unpacks how God was forming her voice long before anyone heard it on a stage, shaping it through hardship, confusion + a fierce determination to believe even when belief felt impossible. The central thread of the conversation is the power of the voice God places in each person + how life, disappointment + the desire for human approval can silence what God intends to be spoken. Lizzie challenges women to return to a posture of desperation before God, arguing that desperation is not weakness but rather the very sound that gets God's attention. She closes with a declaration that no season is wasted + that calling + purpose are always directly attached to what a person has walked through. Key Points: - God forms a sound in a person privately long before that person is ever heard publicly, and hardship is often the primary instrument He uses to shape it - Living for the applause of man leads to emptiness, because if you live by their applause, you will die when they are silent - The power of life and death resides in the tongue, and even a child singing over chaos is prophesying deliverance without fully understanding it - Desperation before God is not a sign of weakness but a posture that carries a distinct sound and draws a divine response - Disappointment causes people to stop asking God, but God desires for His people to keep asking because He wants to come through for them - Purpose and calling are always attached to the battles that have been walked through and the victories that have been won - No season is wasted in God's economy, and what the enemy used to try to destroy a person, God intends to use as a platform for ministry Scripture Reference: - Proverbs 18:21, which teaches that the power of life and death resides in the tongue, referenced as the foundation for the teaching on the weight and purpose of a person's voice - The account of Hannah in 1 Samuel 1, cited as an example of raw, desperate, and uncomfortably honest prayer before God - The account of the woman with the alabaster box in the Gospels, referenced as a picture of desperate worship that captures Jesus's attention regardless of what others think - The account of the woman who pressed through the crowd to touch Jesus, referenced as an example of desperation that produces breakthrough Stories: - Lizzie shares that as a young girl, when her father would come home struggling with addiction and chaos would erupt in the home, she would gather her little brother into a corner and sing the only song she knew over and over again, not fully understanding its words but prophesying survival and deliverance over her entire family without realizing it - She recounts growing up with the dual reality of being a pastor's kid in a thriving church family while her father battled a cocaine addiction at home, creating deep confusion about how God chooses when to intervene - She describes climbing the hill to her grandmother's house as a young child whenever things were chaotic at home, finding in her grandmother a safe place marked by something spiritually compelling that she was drawn to even before she could name it - She tells of the moment at age thirteen when her parents sat her and her brother down to reveal the existence of two half-sisters born during her father's years of addiction, and the public announcement of this to the church congregation that followed - She shares that her father was ultimately healed of his cocaine addiction and that her mother came through depression, and that looking back she can now see the power that her childhood singing held over those outcomes - She describes a season of touring with a major artist when all her dreams were coming true yet she was walking off stages feeling depressed and empty, which drove her into a deeper pursuit of God's voice over the applause of people #FromMyFather #YourVoiceMatters #WorshipWarrior #NothingIsWasted #Desperation #WorshipAsWarfare #PurposeInThePain ★ Support this podcast ★

  5. Sep 23 ·  Video

    Let's Chat (Q+A)

    When Life Changes, You Don't Have To In this episode of From My Father, Tangie Callahan speaks candidly about navigating the waves of life change, particularly through the season of watching all four of her children marry + leave home. Drawing from personal exhaustion, grief + gratitude, she reminds listeners that while roles in life are constantly shifting, a believer's identity in Christ remains fixed and unshakeable. She emphasizes that change is not a sign that something has gone wrong, but rather evidence that God is moving + creating something new. Through scripture, personal reflection + a listener question, she encourages women + men alike to release old seasons with grace, grieve what has changed with honesty + embrace what God is building next with faith and expectation. Key Points: - Roles in life will always change, but identity in Christ never changes - Change, even when it is the result of answered prayer, can still produce grief, and that grief is valid - God designed life with seasons, and a changing role is not the end of purpose - Identity is not rooted in motherhood, marriage, ministry, or accomplishment, but is hidden in Christ - Journaling both grief and gratitude is a practical tool for processing life transitions - New seasons carry new gifts from God, including the unexpected joy of grandchildren for Tangie - Trusting God through change means leaning on His Word rather than relying on personal understanding Scripture Reference: - Ecclesiastes 3:1, which affirms that God has appointed a time and a season for every activity under the heavens - Ephesians 2:10, which teaches that believers are God's handiwork, created for good works prepared in advance, establishing that identity precedes activity - Romans 8:28, which assures that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him - Isaiah 43:18-19, which calls believers to release the past and perceive the new thing God is doing - Proverbs 3:5-6, which instructs believers to trust God completely, reject self-reliance, and acknowledge Him so that He may direct their paths Stories: - Tangie shares her personal journey through four children's weddings spanning from 2022 to 2026, describing the physical, emotional, and financial exhaustion that accompanied years of planning and transition - She recounts a season of miscarriage between the births of her daughter Adelyn and her youngest daughter Payten, during which she stood in her kitchen feeling spiritually isolated and questioning her faith, describing it as a time of deep fear and doubt - She references the Andre Crouch song "Through It All," using its lyrics to frame how God provided consolation and strength through uncertainty and difficult decision-making - In response to a listener question from Taylor, Tangie draws on her own experience of releasing beloved seasons to counsel Taylor toward trusting God's Word when life closes a chapter she was not ready to leave #FromMyFatherPodcast #NewSeason #IdentityInChrist #TrustGod #WhenLifeChanges #FromMyFather  ★ Support this podcast ★

  6. Sep 16 ·  Video

    The Waiting Season (Personal Stories, Do's + Don'ts)

    The Mean Time: What You Do in the Waiting Seasons In this conversation-style episode of From My Father Podcast, host Tangie Callahan + her daughters explore the purpose + power of waiting seasons in the life of a believer. Rather than viewing waiting as idle or wasted time, the discussion reveals that seasons of waiting are among the most spiritually formative periods a person can experience. The conversation emphasizes that God's silence does not mean His absence, that waiting on the Lord is an active and intentional posture rather than a passive one + that Jesus Himself is the reward, not merely the promise being waited upon. Through personal stories of waiting for marriage, motherhood + ministry direction, the speakers unpack how fear, comparison + the temptation to take matters into one's own hands are among the greatest threats to a fruitful waiting season. Practical encouragement is offered alongside prayer for those currently in seasons of uncertainty, with the consistent reminder that God is doing His deepest work even when nothing visible appears to be happening. Key Points: - Waiting does not mean nothing is happening. God often does His most profound work in seasons of silence and invisibility. - Waiting on the Lord, as described in Isaiah 40:31, is an active posture of trusting, hoping in, and depending on God, not passive inactivity. - The waiting season is not merely a stepping stone to the promise. It carries just as much purpose and meaning as the arrival of the promise itself. - The biggest temptation in a waiting season is to treat the promise as the finish line and Jesus as merely the means to get there. Jesus is the reward. - Your waiting season does not have to be perfect, but it does have to be intentional. Character development, inner healing, and spiritual growth during the wait are what sustain you when the promise arrives. - The enemy seeks to use isolation, fear, comparison, and doubt to derail believers in the waiting. Community, vulnerability, and Scripture spoken aloud are practical defenses against these attacks. - God's invitation to wait is not a command of restriction but an act of mercy. He protects the promise and the person by withholding what they are not yet ready to steward. - Spiritual warfare often intensifies right before a promise comes to pass. Discernment and perseverance are essential in those final moments. - Thanking God for a promise not yet seen is a posture of faith that shifts the atmosphere of waiting from striving to trust. - The season of waiting, particularly in younger years, is an irreplaceable window to build deep history with God that sustains you through busier seasons of life. Scripture Reference: - Isaiah 40:31, which speaks of those who actively trust and hope in God having their strength renewed and being sustained through weariness - Hebrews 11:1, which defines faith as the substance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen - Psalm 27:14, which calls believers to wait on the Lord with courage, trusting He will strengthen their hearts - Habakkuk 2:3, which affirms that though a promise may seem delayed, it will surely come to pass - Psalm 25:3, which assures that those who wait on the Lord will not face ultimate shame, disappointment, or be proven fools for trusting Him - Romans 8, which describes the mature children of God as those moved by the impulses of the Holy Spirit rather than a spirit of fear or slavery - Hebrews 4:15, which affirms that Jesus as High Priest is able to empathize with human weakness, having been tempted in every way yet without sin - Genesis 15, in which God declares to Abraham that He Himself is Abraham's exceedingly great reward Stories: - Addie's two-year waiting period before dating her now-husband Caleb, during which the Lord extended an invitation rather than a command to wait, and during which He healed deep wounds of rejection, fear of failure, and performance-based identity. Her husband Caleb received a dream during this time in which Jesus told him that if he gave her over to the Lord now, she would be returned to him in two years. - Tangie's season of longing for motherhood early in her marriage, during which doctors told her she was not ovulating and her body was not functioning as hoped. After hearing a Joyce Meyer teaching using the illustration of a child repeatedly asking a parent for shoes, Tangie received a revelation to stop asking and begin thanking God for the promise. She never asked again, and within a year and a half she became pregnant. - Rhalyn's experience of packing to move home after her first year at ministry school, feeling deep unrest and anxiety, and receiving a dream in which the Lord showed her she was about to enter a covenant with a ministry outside of His timing. She emailed the school, was told they had been waiting for her, and returned for a second year that proved to be pivotal in her spiritual formation. - The biblical account of Moses having his arms held up by others in battle, used as an illustration of the role of community in interceding for those too weary to pray for themselves during a waiting season. - The biblical account of Abraham being asked to sacrifice Isaac after already receiving the promise, used to illustrate that obedience does not end when the promise arrives, and that a posture of yes before God even asks must carry through every season of life. #TheWaitingSeason #FromMyFatherPodcast #TrustTheLord #Isaiah4031 #HisTimingIsPerfect #FromMyFather #WaitingOnGod #TrustTheProccess #FaithOverFear ★ Support this podcast ★

  7. Sep 9 ·  Video

    My Birthday Episode (Daughters Tell All) Q+A

    Family, Laughter + the Love That Points Us to the Father This episode of From My Father is a lighthearted, conversational gathering between host Tangie Callahan + her daughters. Through playful questions + candid responses, the family reveals the warmth, loyalty, humor + deep affection that define their household. Beneath the laughter, the episode carries a quiet but consistent thread: that family life, in all its imperfection + joy, is itself a reflection of the Father's love. Tangie opens + closes with a reminder that every good + perfect gift comes from God, grounding even the most casual moments in a posture of gratitude + faith. Key Points: - Family relationships, even in their everyday and humorous expressions, can reflect the character and love of God - Gratitude for small blessings, such as a good cup of coffee or a moment of shared laughter, reflects a heart attuned to the Father's gifts - Loyalty, love, and presence within a family are values worth intentionally passing on to the next generation - The importance of creating a home culture rooted in togetherness, music, faith, and shared experience - Asking daily what the Father wants you to receive keeps the heart open to His voice and provision Scripture Reference: - James 1:17, which speaks of every good and perfect gift coming down from the Father above Stories: - The daughters recalled growing up with Saturday night bedtimes guarded for Sunday worship, which they initially thought was unusual but came to understand as intentional family rhythm - A memory was shared of being taken out of school to go to the beach, reflecting a spontaneous and adventure-loving family culture - A Christmas Eve story was told involving sneaking phones into the bedroom and the consequences that followed, offered as a humorous example of childhood mischief and parental boundaries #FromMyFather #FamilyFirst #FathersLove #ChristianPodcast #JamesOneSeventeen #FamilyIsAGift #EverydayGrace ★ Support this podcast ★

  8. Sep 2 ·  Video

    Concluding the Conversation on Body Image - Stewardship VS. Idolatry

    Concluding the Conversation on Body Image - Stewardship VS. Idolatry In this conversation-style episode of From My Father, host Tangie Callahan + her daughters explore what it means to steward the body God has entrusted to us without allowing that pursuit to become idolatry. Drawing from personal experience, scripture + the voice of the Holy Spirit, the group unpacks the tension between caring for the physical body + making it the center of life. The discussion centers on the truth that our bodies belong to God, not to ourselves + that genuine stewardship flows from communion with the Father rather than from cultural pressure, personal vanity, or anxious striving. The episode challenges listeners to listen to the Holy Spirit for personal, specific direction regarding their bodies, to recognize when health goals have crossed into obsession + to hold all things with open hands before the Lord. Key Points: - The body belongs to God and is to be stewarded as a temple of the Holy Spirit, not owned or controlled according to personal or cultural standards - Stewardship is not about achieving a certain weight or appearance but about obedience to what God specifically speaks to each individual - The Holy Spirit gives personalized guidance for how to care for the body, and delayed obedience to that guidance can hinder physical and spiritual health - Our bodies are not broken; they often simply need the right inputs, rest, and attentiveness to function as God designed - Stewardship becomes idolatry when the pursuit of a certain body or weight begins to control thoughts, emotions, moods, and peace - The distinction between stewardship and idolatry is open hands versus closed hands: stewardship acknowledges the body as God's, while idolatry treats it as something we own and control through our own strength - Everything, including eating, exercise, and health goals, should flow from time spent in the presence of God rather than from fleshly striving or cultural comparison - Fasting is a practical tool for reminding the body that the spirit, not the flesh, is in charge - How we speak over our bodies matters, and consistently speaking negatively can work against the very results we are seeking - Grace exists only for today, and releasing the anxiety of imaginary timelines or benchmarks frees us to pursue health as a lifestyle rather than a deadline Scripture Reference: - 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, which teaches that the body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, belongs to God, and was bought at a price, and therefore should be used to glorify God - Romans 12:1, which calls believers to present their bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God - 1 Corinthians 10:31, which instructs that whether one eats or drinks or does anything else, it should all be done for the glory of God - Matthew 16:24, which records Jesus calling his followers to deny themselves and take up their cross - The account in Matthew 8 of Jesus sleeping in the boat during the storm, used to illustrate that Christ is present and at rest even in the midst of life's turbulence Stories: - Tangie shares that the Holy Spirit had been speaking to her for six months about giving up caffeine, and after finally obeying, she experienced her first meaningful sleep and weight loss in two years, illustrating how delayed obedience can hold back breakthrough - Addie recounts a dream in which she was sitting on a pier holding a treasure chest filled with vegetables, representing her obsession with healthy eating and weight loss; the Lord took the box and replaced it with bread and wine, symbolizing communion and the invitation to let all things flow from relationship with Him rather than from striving - The group references the biblical account of Abraham and Isaac as a picture of what it looks like to surrender the things we are most attached to, asking whether we are willing to give up even good things when God asks - Rhalyn describes her postpartum journey of setting unrealistic deadlines for weight loss and how releasing those timelines and partnering with the Holy Spirit led to losing twenty pounds in a healthier and more sustainable way - Tangie references a teaching by Candace Cameron's husband, who compared the body to a car, explaining that it requires the right fuel, the right amount of activity, and consistent use in order to function well #FromMyFather #BodyImage #Stewardship #HolySpirit #TrustGod #1Corinthians6 ★ Support this podcast ★

  9. Aug 26 ·  Video

    Body Image, Vulnerability + Not Being Influenced by Culture

    Body Image, Vulnerability + Not Being Influenced by Culture In this candid + heartfelt conversation, Tangie Callahan + her daughters explore the deep connection between motherhood, body image + the way cycles of self-criticism are passed from one generation to the next. The discussion centers on how mothers can better serve their children by modeling healthy self-worth, creating emotionally safe environments +prioritizing presence over performance. The conversation weaves together personal stories, practical wisdom + spiritual truth to challenge mothers to move from behavior modification to heart-level connection, reminding listeners that a child's worth is rooted not in appearance or achievement but in their identity as a creation of God. Key Points: - Children follow what they see modeled, not what they are told, meaning a mother's words about her own body and behavior carry profound weight in shaping her daughter's self-image - Vulnerability from a parent opens the door for vulnerability from a child, and daughters are far more likely to share their struggles when they trust they will be met with compassion rather than immediate punishment or judgment - Each child is unique and requires an individualized approach to love and connection, including awareness of different love languages and emotional needs - Social media amplifies comparison but did not create it, and the constant exposure to other people's lives was never something the human mind was designed to process - Being fully present with children, particularly by setting aside phones and distractions, is one of the most powerful investments a mother can make - Focusing on a child's worth and identity rather than correcting only their behavior helps prevent a pattern of performance-based approval - Apologizing to children when a parent gets it wrong models accountability and creates emotional safety - Quick fixes, whether physical or emotional, rarely address the root of body image struggles, which require patience, ongoing conversation, and spiritual grounding - Insecurity is the absence of security, and a child needs a steady, safe relational foundation in order to share the places where they feel most vulnerable - Comparison is the thief of joy and is contributing to rising levels of anxiety and depression in younger generations Scripture Reference: - 1 John 4:18, which teaches that perfect love drives out fear, including the fear of punishment, pointing to the importance of leading with compassion before correction - Psalm 139:14, which affirms that every person is fearfully and wonderfully made, used as a foundation for challenging self-critical thought patterns Stories: - Tangie recalls a moment when the Holy Spirit prompted her to go to her daughter Rhalyn during a particularly withdrawn and difficult season in her teenage years, instructing her simply to hold her; she wrapped her arms around Rhalyn and watched as a tear quietly rolled down her daughter's face, illustrating how physical presence and unspoken love can reach a child when words cannot - The daughters recall the lighthearted but telling moment when Tangie discovered she had not been added to her daughter's Instagram close friends list, which opened a broader conversation about the emotional distance that can develop between mothers and daughters and the desire mothers have to be genuinely included in their children's worlds - One of the daughters shares receiving a direct message from a young woman who said the sisters appeared to have everything figured out, including godly marriages, prompting a reflection on how social media conceals the years of prayer and faithfulness that produced those outcomes #FromMyFather #BodyImage #MothersAndDaughters #PerfectLove #FearfullyAndWonderfullyMade #MomLife #GraceOverPerformance ★ Support this podcast ★

  10. Aug 19 ·  Video

    Childhood Struggles, Identity + Knowing The Father's Voice

    Childhood Struggles, Identity + Knowing The Father's Voice In this candid and vulnerable conversation, host Tangie Callahan and her three daughters Adelyn, Payten, and Rhalyn explore the deep and often painful journey of body image, identity, and self-worth. Drawing from their own personal experiences with societal pressure, generational patterns, and the lingering effects of trauma, the women examine how lies about appearance and performance take root early in life and shape the way women see themselves for decades. The conversation ultimately points to the healing power of the Father's voice, affirming that true identity is not found in a number on a scale, a dress size, or what one accomplishes, but in the unconditional, lavish love of God who knows every hidden place and still declares His children fearfully and wonderfully made. The episode calls women to move from performance-based living into a place of rest in the Father's love, replacing the lies of "not enough" with the truth of Scripture. Key Points: - Negative body image often takes root in early childhood and is shaped by a combination of family environment, media, and societal standards - The words spoken in the home, including how a mother speaks about her own body, profoundly shape how daughters perceive themselves - Healing from body image struggles is not primarily about physical appearance but about addressing deep spiritual and emotional wounds that often run through family bloodlines - The absence of affirming words, particularly from fathers, can leave blank spaces that the world and personal insecurity rush to fill with lies - There are different expressions of body image struggle; some women fear not being enough, while others fear losing the identity they have built around being perceived a certain way - Performance-based living is closely tied to body image, as many women unconsciously believe they must look or act a certain way to be loved and approved of - Scripture must move from being merely read to being genuinely trusted and believed as true - God's love and approval precede any performance, achievement, or appearance, just as the Father declared His pleasure over Jesus before His public ministry began - Healing is a lifelong process that requires actively identifying lies, replacing them with truth, and receiving the Father's love without conditions Scripture Reference: - Psalm 139, which describes God's intimate knowledge of every person and declares that each one is fearfully and wonderfully made - 1 John 3:1, which speaks of the lavish love the Father has bestowed in calling us His children - Romans 8:38, which affirms that nothing can separate believers from the love of God - Galatians 6:9, which encourages believers not to grow weary in doing good, promising a harvest for those who do not give up - The account of Jesus' baptism in the Gospels, where the Father declares His beloved Son before any public ministry takes place Stories: - A personal reflection on a Full House episode in which a character starves herself to fit into a swimsuit, which shaped one daughter's early thinking about body image and thinness - The parable of the ten lepers from the Gospels, in which Jesus heals ten men but only one returns to give thanks, used as a reminder to love the Giver more than the gift and to remain grateful while living in answered promises - Personal stories shared by each daughter about the specific lies they have battled, including "you are not enough," fear of losing a performance-based identity tied to appearance, and striving to earn love through ministry and good works #FromMyFather #BodyImage #IdentityInChrist #FearfullyAndWonderfullyMade #KnowYourWorth #KnownAndLoved #IdentityInChrist ★ Support this podcast ★

  11. Aug 12 ·  Video

    Who is Tangie Callahan?

    From My Father: Finding Identity, Healing, and the Father's Faithfulness Through Every Season In this inaugural episode of the From My Father podcast, Pastor Tangie Callahan opens up about her personal journey through childhood trauma, body image struggles, and the relentless pursuit of healing. Rooted in the truth that every good and perfect gift comes from the Father above, Pastor Tangie shares how her identity, calling, and anointing are not products of her own striving but flow directly from her relationship with God. Through raw and honest conversation with her daughter Rhalyn, she reveals how God's keeping power sustained her through sexual abuse, the weight of a broken home, disordered eating, and the pressures of early ministry. The overarching message is one of hope: no season is beyond God's reach, no wound is beyond His healing, and no woman is ever truly alone in her struggle. The podcast itself is framed as a gift from the Father, a platform where women can encounter His heart and be reminded that He sees them, walks with them, and has already gone before them. Key Points: - God is a keeping God whose mercy and grace can sustain a believer even when they never veer into what the world might consider a dramatic testimony - Childhood trauma, including sexual abuse and parental divorce, can open doors to deep-rooted struggles with identity, self-worth, and body image that follow a person well into adulthood and marriage - Losing weight or achieving outward health goals does not equate to inner healing; true transformation must begin in the heart and mind, not just the body - Body dysmorphia and disordered eating are spiritual and emotional battles as much as they are physical ones, and the enemy uses them powerfully against women - Comparison is a thief of joy and peace, keeping a person in a constant state of striving rather than surrender - Every good and perfect gift in a believer's life flows from the Father, and the From My Father brand exists to point women back to that truth - Prophetic words should always serve as confirmation of what God is already speaking to a person's spirit, not as the originating source of direction - The miracle is not always instantaneous; sometimes it is found in the faithfulness of walking through a difficult season with God - Women are not alone in their struggles, and the shared experience of community and honest conversation is a powerful tool for healing and encouragement - Obedience to God's calling matters even when it seems unnecessary or redundant, because what He anoints He will use for His purposes Scripture Reference: - James 1:17, which speaks of every good and perfect gift coming from the Father above, who does not change or shift like shadows Stories: - Pastor Tangie recounts growing up in a small country church in North Carolina where she witnessed the power of God move through her grandmother, a devoted song leader and woman of deep faith who passed away when Tangi was nineteen - She shares the painful memory of experiencing sexual molestation beginning around age eight or ten, and how it recurred in middle school and twice in high school, shaping her sense of identity and worth in deeply damaging ways - She describes entering marriage at nineteen carrying what she calls a U-Haul of emotional and spiritual baggage, struggling with intimacy, fear of rejection, and an unhealed heart - She tells of becoming a pastor's wife just two weeks after her wedding, learning to cook for the first time while older women in the congregation brought her pies, and finding an unexpected freedom in that new chapter even while still carrying unresolved wounds - She recounts hiding food under her mattress and eating in the dark out of shame, cycling between starvation and binging in patterns she later recognized as an eating disorder - A doctor told her to lose twenty pounds before he would help her pursue pregnancy, reinforcing the lifelong narrative that she was not enough as she was - She shares the miraculous moment of returning to that same doctor, having lost some weight, only to discover she was already pregnant with her son Ethan - She describes sitting on her back porch a few days after her daughter Rhalyn's 2022 wedding, exhausted and resting, when God downloaded the vision and meaning of the From My Father brand to her, showing her how a father's investment in his daughter's wedding mirrors the Father's investment in every good gift He gives His children - A woman who attended Pastor Tangie's 2025 women's conference emailed her to share a dream in which she saw Pastor Tangie seated before a podcast microphone with the words From My Father written on the wall, serving as a direct prophetic confirmation of what God had already been speaking to her heart #FromMyFather #PodcastLaunch #EveryGoodAndPerfectGift #YouAreNotAlone #FaithOverFear #GodIsAKeepingGod #WomenOfFaith #HisGraceIsSufficient ★ Support this podcast ★

  12. Jun 28 ·  Video

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Welcome to From My Father with Tangie Callahan. Take your shoes off + stay awhile. Grab a cup of coffee—or a matcha—and join Tangie for honest conversations about faith, life, healing, purpose + everything in between. Through real stories, real questions + biblical truth, you’ll discover the Father’s heart for every season. Whether you’re navigating a difficult season, searching for answers, growing in your faith, or simply longing for more of God, this is a place where you can pull up a chair, be encouraged + be reminded that you’re not walking alone. New episodes feature heartfelt conversations, practical wisdom, personal experiences + the timeless truth of God’s Word—all designed to point you back to the Father. Real life. Real questions. The Father’s heart. The conversations begin THIS AUGUST. 🤍

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