The Collide Podcast

Willow Weston
  • 5.0 (64)
  • Christianity
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Welcome to the Collide Podcast, where author, speaker, and Collide Founder Willow Weston shares inspiring conversations with people who have experienced life-changing collisions with Jesus. Each week, Willow sits down with leaders, counselors, pastors, entrepreneurs, artists, authors, moms, and everyday heroes to explore the real stories of faith, healing, purpose, and transformation. Through honest and vulnerable conversations, guests share how God has met them in the middle of life's challenges, heartbreaks, victories, and unexpected moments. Whether you're navigating a difficult season, seeking deeper faith, or simply looking for encouragement, you'll find hope, wisdom, and practical inspiration for your own journey. Our prayer is that every episode reminds you that God meets you right where you are and is doing something beautiful in your story. New episodes every week.

  1. 5d ago

    Fight for Healthy Friendships

    Why do friendships feel so hard and are they even worth fighting for? In this honest and empowering conversation, Willow sits down with friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson to unpack the complexities of female friendships—from unmet expectations and conflict to healing after hurt. If you’ve ever felt exhausted by friendships, questioned your worth in relationships, or wondered if it’s easier to just do life alone… this episode is for you. Because the truth is: The very place you’ve been hurt might also be the place God wants to bring healing. Key TakeawaysYou weren’t meant to do life alone. Friendship isn’t optional—it’s essential to your well-being.Unspoken expectations create silent resentment. Healthy friendships require clear, honest communication.Conflict can deepen connection. When handled well, it actually brings people closer.Healing happens in community. The risk of relationships is also where transformation happens.Not every friend can meet every need. Healthy women build relational diversity, not dependency on one person. Connect with Danielle Website | daniellebayardjackson.com Friend Forward Podcast | Apple Podcasts or Spotify Women's Relational Health Institute | womensrelationalhealthinstitute.com Instagram | @daniellebayardjackson Book | Fighting for our Friendships (available on Amazon or wherever books are sold) Collide Book Follow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook 🎧 Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music 🛍️ Shop for Good at the Collide Store 🎁Partner with Collide to impact lives with your financial gift. 💑Check out Collide’s website for info on upcoming conferences, events, and resources. 📲Follow Collide on Facebook and Instagram for encouragement, inspo and a fun peek into our ministry. 📰Plus, subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all things Collide! Mentioned in this episode: Book | Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt National Bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life hands us hurt we never asked for—leaving us anxious, insecure, and stuck. In Collide, Willow invites you to stop numbing and running, and start bravely stepping into the places you’ve avoided—because Jesus meets us in our mess, and healing starts there.

    39 min

  2. Jun 17

    Parenting Through Difficulties

    What do you do when motherhood looks nothing like you imagined? In this honest and deeply moving conversation, Willow sits down with Elizabeth Mosser to talk about parenting through unexpected challenges, navigating grief, and discovering how God meets us right in the middle of our pain. Elizabeth shares her journey from a vision of “normal” family life to raising a daughter with a rare form of epilepsy and special needs—along with the emotional, spiritual, and relational impact it had on her entire family. This episode is a powerful reminder that: You don’t have to hide your grief to be a good momGod isn’t afraid of your honest emotionsAnd your pain is never wasted when placed in His hands Together, Willow and Elizabeth unpack what it looks like to: Create a home rooted in forgiveness and emotional safetyLet your faith move from head knowledge to lived experienceStop “counting it all as joy” in a performative way—and instead discover the joy of what God produces through sufferingModel healthy emotional processing for your kids instead of pretending everything is okayFind purpose and meaning in seasons that feel overwhelming and unclear Elizabeth vulnerably shares how unprocessed grief often shows up as anger, control, or burnout—and how learning to slow down, name her emotions, and invite God into them transformed her parenting and her faith. You’ll also hear: Why creating an “ecosystem of forgiveness” in your home changes everythingHow to help your kids develop emotional resilience and compassionWhat it looks like to grieve honestly with God without losing your faithAnd why your story—no matter how painful—can become a source of hope for others This episode will gently challenge the belief that you need to hold it all together… and instead invite you into a deeper, more honest relationship with Jesus—one where your pain becomes a place of connection, not shame. Follow Elizabeth: Website: intentionalparents.orgPodcast: Intentional Parents Podcast (available wherever you listen)Instagram: @intentional_parents Connect with Willow - Website | Instagram | Facebook Order Willow’s New Book! National Bestseller - Collide: Running into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt Follow and Support Collide 🌐 Visit our website for upcoming conferences, helpful resources, and encouragement for women pursuing healing, purpose, and deeper faith. 📲 Follow along on Facebook and Instagram 🛍️ Shop for good at the Collide Store 💛 Give today online or Venmo to impact lives 📬 Subscribe to our Newsletter and be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, blog posts, events, freebies, resources and more! Mentioned in this episode: Collide Bible Study | A Six Week Journey Toward Healing What if your pain is the very place where Jesus wants to meet you? In this six-session companion to the book Collide, Willow Weston invites you on a journey to experience powerful moments in the Bible when Jesus collided with people that were wounded, outcast, and broken - and to discover how He wants to meet with you, too. Includes video access to 6 teaching sessions from Willow. Collide Bible Study | A Six Week Journey Toward Healing

    49 min

  3. Jun 10

    Power of Reconnecting With God Through Journaling

    What if reconnecting with God didn’t require more effort, but more honesty? In this honest and hope-filled conversation, Willow sits down with Allison Byxbe to talk about what it really looks like to feel disconnected from God… and how to find your way back. After walking through a devastating diagnosis for her son, Allison found herself in a season where faith felt confusing, distant, and colorless. The way she once connected with God no longer worked, and she didn’t know how to move forward. But in the middle of that pain, God gently invited her into something new. Through journaling. Not perfect words. Not polished prayers. Just honest, raw connection. In this episode, Allison shares how journaling became a powerful spiritual practice that helped her process grief, ask hard questions, and slowly rediscover God’s presence—even in the middle of a 10-year valley. If you’ve ever felt stuck, numb, or unsure how to talk to God anymore… this conversation will meet you right where you are. What You’ll Learn:Why feeling disconnected from God is more common than you thinkHow journaling can help you process pain and reconnect with HimThe power of honesty in your relationship with GodHow to find God in the middle of long, hard seasonsWhy your “old way” of connecting with God might not work anymore—and what to do instead Simple Practice to Try:Ask this one question each day... “God, where did I see You today?” Write whatever comes to mind. No pressure. No perfection. Just presence. Connect with Allison: Website | Book: Journaling as a Spiritual Practice Follow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook 🎧 Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music 🛍️ Shop for Good at the Collide Store 🎁Partner with Collide to impact lives with your financial gift. 💑Check out Collide’s website for info on upcoming conferences, events, and resources. 📲Follow Collide on Facebook and Instagram for encouragement, inspo and a fun peek into our ministry. 📰Plus, subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all things Collide! Mentioned in this episode: Book | Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt National Bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life hands us hurt we never asked for—leaving us anxious, insecure, and stuck. In Collide, Willow invites you to stop numbing and running, and start bravely stepping into the places you’ve avoided—because Jesus meets us in our mess, and healing starts there.

    32 min

  4. Jun 3

    Finding God in Motherhood

    Are You Feeling Distant From God Because Motherhood Feels Overwhelming?In this encouraging episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Emily Assell to talk about the challenges of staying connected to God during the busy, exhausting seasons of motherhood. Emily shares how moms can let go of unrealistic expectations, release guilt, and discover that God is present in the ordinary moments of everyday life. Whether you're juggling endless responsibilities, feeling spiritually depleted, or wondering if you're doing enough, this conversation will remind you that God meets you right where you are. You don't have to earn His presence or create the perfect quiet time to experience His love and grace. Meet Emily AssellEmily Assell is an author, speaker, homeschooling mom, and creator of resources that encourage women and families in their faith journey. Her latest book, Wherever You Are: Devotions and Declarations for Moms, offers practical encouragement and biblical truth for moms navigating the beautiful and often overwhelming realities of motherhood. Emily is passionate about helping women encounter God in everyday life and find freedom from perfectionism and pressure. In This Episode, You'll LearnHow to connect with God even when life feels busy and chaoticWhy guilt and perfectionism can keep moms feeling spiritually defeatedPractical ways to invite God into ordinary daily momentsHow God's grace meets you exactly where you are in your motherhood journey How This Episode Will Encourage YouIf you've ever felt like you're failing spiritually because motherhood leaves little time for yourself, this conversation will bring a deep breath of relief. Emily offers practical wisdom, biblical encouragement, and a fresh perspective that will help you experience God's presence without pressure. You'll leave feeling reminded that God sees you, loves you, and is walking with you through every moment of motherhood. Collide Book Connect with Emily: Instagram | Generaction Claimed | Books Follow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook 🎧 Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music 🛍️ Shop for Good at the Collide Store 🎁Partner with Collide to impact lives with your financial gift. 💑Check out Collide’s website for info on upcoming conferences, events, and resources. 📲Follow Collide on Facebook and Instagram for encouragement, inspo and a fun peek into our ministry. 📰Plus, subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all things Collide! Mentioned in this episode: Book | Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt National Bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life hands us hurt we never asked for—leaving us anxious, insecure, and stuck. In Collide, Willow invites you to stop numbing and running, and start bravely stepping into the places you’ve avoided—because Jesus meets us in our mess, and healing starts there.

    37 min

  5. May 27

    When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned

    What do you do when life doesn’t turn out the way you prayed it would? In this honest and powerful episode, Willow sits down with Nicci Smith—known by many as Tanner’s mom from Love on the Spectrum—to talk about the journey she never expected and the God who met her in it. When Nicci first received her son’s autism diagnosis, she was overwhelmed with fear, grief, and uncertainty. Like many moms, she found herself asking: What does this mean for his future? What does this mean for our family? But what unfolded over the years wasn’t the story she feared—it was something deeper, richer, and more meaningful than she could have imagined. This conversation is for the woman who: Feels like she’s living a story she didn’t chooseIs grieving what she thought life would look likeIs exhausted from trying to “fix” or control the outcomeWonders if God is still at work in the middle of it all Nicci vulnerably shares how it took over a decade to move from striving and fear into true surrender—and how that shift changed everything. You’ll hear how God used Tanner’s life not just to shape their family, but to impact millions through his joy, authenticity, and love for people. What You’ll Learn:Why surrender—not striving—is the turning point in hard seasonsHow to redefine success when life looks different than expectedThe tension between pursuing help and trusting God’s planWhat it looks like to grieve honestly and still hold onto faithHow God can use what feels like weakness to impact others in powerful ways Connect with Nicci:Instagram | instagram.com/nicci_smith6/Podcast: Talk To Me, Sis | Apple Podcasts Follow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook 🎧 Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music 🛍️ Shop for Good at the Collide Store 🎁Partner with Collide to impact lives with your financial gift. 💑Check out Collide’s website for info on upcoming conferences, events, and resources. 📲Follow Collide on Facebook and Instagram for encouragement, inspo and a fun peek into our ministry. 📰Plus, subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all things Collide! Mentioned in this episode: Book | Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt National Bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life hands us hurt we never asked for—leaving us anxious, insecure, and stuck. In Collide, Willow invites you to stop numbing and running, and start bravely stepping into the places you’ve avoided—because Jesus meets us in our mess, and healing starts there.

    50 min

  6. May 20

    Trauma, Childhood Pain & Trying Softer

    Why do I still feel stuck… even though I love Jesus? In this honest, compassionate, and eye-opening conversation, Willow sits down with trauma therapist and author Aundi Kolber to explore the connection between faith, emotional health, and the nervous system—and why so many women feel disconnected from the healing they long for. Aundi shares vulnerably from her own story of childhood trauma—how she learned to survive by “white knuckling” life, staying hyper-aware, and becoming the “good” and successful girl on the outside… while internally feeling anxious, disconnected, and afraid. What she didn’t realize at the time is something so many women experience: just because something feels normal doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Together, Willow and Aundi unpack the moment when survival strategies stop helping and start hurting—and why healing often begins by simply noticing the mismatch. They also gently challenge one of the most common beliefs in Christian culture: that if you have faith, you should already be healed. But the truth is—healing isn’t instant, and it’s not something we earn by trying harder. In fact, trying harder might be the very thing keeping you stuck. Instead, Aundi introduces a new invitation: to try softer. Not as a way of giving up… but as a way of becoming present. Present to your story. Present to your body. Present to the God who is already with you. This conversation will help you understand why your pain may still be showing up, how trauma lives in your body, and what it looks like to invite Jesus into your healing in a real, practical way. In this episode, you’ll learn:Why “trying harder” can actually block your healingHow trauma impacts your body, faith, and relationshipsWhat it means to “try softer” in everyday lifeWhy naming your story is a powerful step toward freedomHow to stop spiritually bypassing pain and start processing itWhat it looks like to invite God into your healing in real time Final EncouragementYou don’t have to rush your healing. You don’t have to prove your faith. And you don’t have to pretend you’re okay. God isn’t waiting for a finished version of you. He meets you right here—in the middle of your story. And maybe today… He’s inviting you to try softer. Connect with AundiWebsite: aundikolber.comInstagram: @aundikolberSubstack: substack.com/@aundikolberBooks: Try Softer, Strong Like Water Collide Book Follow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook 🎧 Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music 🛍️ Shop for Good at the Collide Store 🎁Partner with Collide to impact lives with your financial gift. 💑Check out Collide’s website for info on upcoming conferences, events, and resources. 📲Follow Collide on Facebook and Instagram for encouragement, inspo and a fun peek into our ministry. 📰Plus, subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all things Collide! Mentioned in this episode: Book | Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt National Bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life hands us hurt we never asked for—leaving us anxious, insecure, and stuck. In Collide, Willow invites you to stop numbing and running, and start bravely stepping into the places you’ve avoided—because Jesus meets us in our mess, and healing starts there.

    48 min

  7. May 13

    Finding Faith in Unexpected Seasons

    Have you ever found yourself in a season of life you didn’t sign up for? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Nicole Unice to talk about navigating life’s unexpected seasons, grief, and the challenges that come when everything familiar changes. Nicole shares her personal journey of leaving full-time ministry, moving through uncertainty, and leaning into God’s faithfulness when life felt unfair. Through her story, she offers insights on faithfulness, emotional health, and discovering God’s blessings even in the pit moments of life. Whether you’re facing loss, change, or a season you never planned, this episode will remind you that God is with you, shaping your story in ways you can’t yet see. Meet Nicole Unice Nicole is a pastor, author, speaker, and former therapist with decades of experience helping people connect their emotional and spiritual lives. She is the author of Not What I Signed Up For, The Struggle is Real, and other faith-centered books that guide readers through life’s hard chapters. Nicole is passionate about helping women navigate grief, uncertainty, and unexpected life changes while remaining rooted in faith. Her story is a powerful example of resilience, courage, and faithfulness through seasons no one plans for. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How to navigate grief and loss in seasons you didn’t anticipate.Why faithfulness doesn’t always look like strength or victory—it can be as simple as staying with God.How to reframe blessing and see God’s work in unexpected places.Practical ways to hold your emotions while deepening trust in God’s plan. How This Episode Will Encourage You This conversation will inspire you to embrace God’s presence in difficult seasons, release the pressure to “fix” your life immediately, and find freedom and hope in the midst of uncertainty. Nicole’s insights offer practical and spiritual encouragement for anyone feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck in life’s “not what I signed up for” moments. Connect with Nicole Website: nicoleunice.com Books: Not What I Signed Up For, The Struggle Is Real, Brave Enough, She’s Got Issues Collide Book Follow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook 🎧 Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music 🛍️ Shop for Good at the Collide Store 🎁Partner with Collide to impact lives with your financial gift. 💑Check out Collide’s website for info on upcoming conferences, events, and resources. 📲Follow Collide on Facebook and Instagram for encouragement, inspo and a fun peek into our ministry. 📰Plus, subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all things Collide! Mentioned in this episode: Book | Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt National Bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life hands us hurt we never asked for—leaving us anxious, insecure, and stuck. In Collide, Willow invites you to stop numbing and running, and start bravely stepping into the places you’ve avoided—because Jesus meets us in our mess, and healing starts there.

    43 min

  8. May 6

    From Shame to Soul Revival

    Are you tired of feeling stuck in cycles of shame, overthinking, or never quite getting it right? In this honest episode of the Collide Podcast, we sit down with Lisa Whittle to talk about how shame, misplaced priorities, and hidden idols quietly take hold in our lives—and keep us from experiencing the freedom God has for us. She shares about her unexpected journey into ministry, how pain shaped her calling, and what it really looks like to put Jesus over everything. Whether you’re battling shame, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or longing for a fresh start with God, this episode will remind you that it’s never too late to come back and experience soul-deep renewal. Meet Lisa WhittleLisa is an author, Bible teacher, podcast host, and ministry leader who has written nearly ten books and studies focused on helping women follow Jesus with integrity and depth. She also leads Ministry Strong, where she equips leaders to serve God faithfully for the long haul. Lisa is passionate about helping women break free from shame, live with purpose, and keep Jesus at the center of their lives. In This Episode, You’ll LearnHow God often uses pain and hardship to reveal your calling and purposeThe subtle ways idols and “over behaviors” (like overthinking, overworking, or overindulging) take over your lifeWhy shame keeps so many women stuck—and how to break free from itWhat it practically looks like to put Jesus first and experience real soul revival How This Episode Will Encourage YouThis episode will help you take an honest look at what’s been holding you back and remind you that freedom is possible. You’ll be encouraged to release shame, realign your priorities, and come back to God just as you are—knowing He meets you there with grace, healing, and hope. https://wecollide.net/books/collide/ Connect with Lisa: lisawhittle.com Follow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook 🎧 Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Amazon Music 🛍️ Shop for Good at the Collide Store 🎁Partner with Collide to impact lives with your financial gift. 💑Check out Collide’s website for info on upcoming conferences, events, and resources. 📲Follow Collide on Facebook and Instagram for encouragement, inspo and a fun peek into our ministry. 📰Plus, subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on all things Collide! Mentioned in this episode: Book | Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt National Bestseller ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Life hands us hurt we never asked for—leaving us anxious, insecure, and stuck. In Collide, Willow invites you to stop numbing and running, and start bravely stepping into the places you’ve avoided—because Jesus meets us in our mess, and healing starts there.

    40 min
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Welcome to the Collide Podcast, where author, speaker, and Collide Founder Willow Weston shares inspiring conversations with people who have experienced life-changing collisions with Jesus. Each week, Willow sits down with leaders, counselors, pastors, entrepreneurs, artists, authors, moms, and everyday heroes to explore the real stories of faith, healing, purpose, and transformation. Through honest and vulnerable conversations, guests share how God has met them in the middle of life's challenges, heartbreaks, victories, and unexpected moments. Whether you're navigating a difficult season, seeking deeper faith, or simply looking for encouragement, you'll find hope, wisdom, and practical inspiration for your own journey. Our prayer is that every episode reminds you that God meets you right where you are and is doing something beautiful in your story. New episodes every week.

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  • Creator
    Willow Weston
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    300
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 871173
  • Show Website
    The Collide Podcast

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