Episodes

My husband, Joseph, joined me for such a fun bonus episode! We talked about how to let a guy know you’re interested in him: Is it okay if the girl makes the first move? How can you show interest without being abrasive? We can overthink to the point where we become paralyzed & don’t do anything. Joseph & I told some parts of our own story to help you navigate your relationships. Ultimately, if you don’t communicate clearly, the poor sap could have ZERO idea you’re even interested, so we want to h...

Putting yourself out there can feel vulnerable & nerve-racking. Sometimes, we can be overwhelmed in wondering where to even start when trying to date. Bethany & Ken Freire shared their experience and advise of taking the pressure off of dating so that you can meet great people & it can actually be fun! They answered so many common questions that come up like, “Where are all the good, Christian men? How do you know you’re ready to date? How do you grow more comfortable in dating? Is it okay to da...

I’m releasing this episode because I truly believe you have something worth sharing! Proverbs tells us that our words have the power of LIFE and DEATH. Not just the power of a good day or a bad day! In this episode, I’m going to walk you through how to determine your why, what & how. Why do you want to start a podcast in the first place? What are you going to share & how are you going to pick the right type of show? And how do you get started? I’m showing you the completely FREE method of creati...

Abusive romantic relationships are unfortunately too common in our world & the worst part is, abuse could be hiding in plain sight without anyone noticing. Shyann shared her testimony of getting out of abusive relationships, encountering God & equipping others to get out of similar situations. She walks us through how to notice if a friend might be in a toxic relationship & how to lovingly assist them in getting help. Above all, she teaches us how to know our worth & speak life over those who do...

I don’t know if you’ve ever asked these questions, but I wrestled with them all the time: - If I go on a date and don’t marry that person, did I fail or do something wrong? - Is it even possible to be godly while dating? - If I use a dating app, am I still trusting the Lord or taking matters into my own hands? - If you get into a relationship, can you still love God wholeheartedly? I knew it was possible to be godly and single. And I knew it was possible to be godly and married, but I had no con...

Do you ever feel hesitant to enjoy singleness because you’re afraid God will decide to keep you single? Do you worry you’re doing something wrong to keep yourself single without knowing? Are you just tired of being the single one out? Every season comes with its own joys & challenges. God actually wants you to enjoy singleness, not just endure it. Brynna walked us through steps to make the most of this time, get rid of insecurities & lies, and trust the Lord for His timing in your life. Enjoying...

Kate Berkey is an author & missionary who has experienced how exercising the muscle of courage can drastically change your life. Fear is universal & no one is exempt from feeling it, but everyone has a choice in what to do with it. Kate shares her story about how she took an initially leap of faith and stepped over the wall of comfort to find joy, purpose & connection. You can pre-order Kate’s new book, A Place Called Braverly, today! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to...

I’ve come to the conclusion that success is not worth it if Jesus is not the One defining it. Do you ever feel discontent with where your life is at? Do you have a number in your head that you think will satisfy you once you reach it? We hear constant messages about getting to whatever is next & to just keep hustling. We need to redefine what “success” means because if it means constant striving, then none of us will ever enjoy our lives! I talk about my own personal journey in discovering how c...

For being as important as we claim it to be, missions done wrong can leave a lot of harm in its aftermath. Who is a short term mission trip really for? Is it for the benefit of those overseas or a glorified vacation? Is it missions even worth it? It is very possibly for a short term mission trip to actually harm the locals they supposedly “help”. Jillian told us her personal story of figuring out how to do missions in a healthy way that doesn’t try to fix other people’s problems, but that shows ...

Do you ever fear being completely honest with God about your desires? Do good things entering your life cause you to become anxious? I recorded a SOLO episode & told my story of starting to date my now husband & how such a great thing caused me so much anxiety. It all went back to my beliefs about God. I thought God wanted me to suffer because that’s when He would help me grow, but He showed me His actual heart & how He is not a manipulative Father who just wants to teach me a lesson. He has goo...

How can God trust you with leadership positions if you can’t even submit to your current boss? It’s one thing when a peer makes a mistake, but what do we do when our leadership makes lots of mistakes? What if the leadership we’re under is blatantly wrong? It is so easy to harbor bitterness because we expect our leaders to do better, but that bitterness is only hurting ourselves. Megan & I discussed how to react in a godly way when your leadership is being anything but godly. It doesn’t involve r...

Our insides usually reflect onto our outsides. If our minds are chaotic, our lives will follow suit. Ishriel shared her story of how the Lord set her free from a cloudy, depressed mindset after a difficult family loss & taught her how to see who was really on the throne of her heart. She walked us through how to evaluate our own priorities, set them straight, and experience the Father’s love & jealousy for us. She gave practical tips for staying organized & shared how her new small business can ...

Welcome to Head to Heart Podcast. I’m your host, Jenny Marcum. This bi-weekly podcast is designed to be a safe space to admit what we truly believe in our hearts. We all know the difference between just having Biblical knowledge floating around in our heads & actually believing that it’s true. Until God’s Truth makes it’s way into our hearts, nothing changes. We’ll be doing a mix of solo episodes & interviews with friends who have experienced the freedom that comes when head knowledge becomes he...

Anna DeLoach and I discussed the top 5 most common struggles of going home for the holidays & how to overcome them. How do you respond when nosy questions come up? What do you do if your family doesn’t understand your faith or decisions? What if you’re not able to eat the traditional foods served? How can you prevent yourself from falling back into old habits and family drama? We cover all these questions and more as the guide to actually enjoying the holidays. --- This episode is sponsored by ·...

Drew Lang was our special guest on the show and we talked all about growth in our Christian walks. As a youth pastor, he sees the deer in be headlights look as new believers ask, “Now what?” Whether you’re a new Christian, feel stuck or just want to grow more, this episode will help you reach out to the right mentors in your life, remove shame from your perspective, and leave unhealthy patterns of sin behind as you pursue Christ. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to ma...

Are immigrants taking all the jobs in the United States? What does the Bible say about undocumented immigrants? This was actually a biblical issue before it was a political one. Megan McKarns & I discussed all the myths about immigration & what Jesus means by the command to “care for the foreigner”. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jenny-marcum/support

Why are my past mistakes still affecting me if I’m supposedly forgiven? How do I actually believe what God says about me? What is the difference between shame vs. conviction? My best friend of 7 years, Ava Cheffer, shared her own story about how shame is one of the enemy’s top strategies to keep us from living our lives to the fullest. Shame is a universal experience, but we do not have to stay stuck in it. Ava walked us through how to renew our minds and move forward into a bright future regard...

Sierra came back for Part 2 of Lies of Purity Culture! It’s so easy to use blanket statements to avoid the mess. We hear sayings like “Just cover up” or “Just don’t date”. But those don’t address questions like, “What am I supposed to do if I’m struggling with lust?” or “How can I set good boundaries for myself?” The message we could be told is that our bodies are bad. But it’s heart issues that need to be dealt with. Our bodies are gifts & it is up to us how we steward them. --- This episode ...

Daci Hudson is a long-time friend & long-time freedom fighter. She helped us unpack the process of detecting lies, experiencing freedom in the Lord’s Truth, and the dangers of staying silent. We might think we’re safe hiding behind walls in our hearts, but all we are doing is missing out on the true joy that Jesus can give us. Refuse to live behind lies any longer - there is more for you! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Suppo...

Our friend Shyann shares her experience, transformation, and daily choice of trusting in God’s character & living the life we’re called to live in Christ. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jenny-marcum/support

Gabrielle Ezell joined us and shared such a convicting message! We defined the term “toxic person”, explained how to spot a toxic relationship, create healthy boundaries, forgive those who have offended us, and love those difficult people in our lives. We can say, “They handed me the scissors, so I should cut them off”, but how many times have we handed Jesus those same scissors? He has chosen to love us regardless. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. ...

Sierra joined us to talk about how purity culture has spread throughout the church & has harmed many Christians along the way, specifically in the area of modesty. We discussed why the majority of blame is cast only on women, and how every person is called to be pure and have integrity, regardless of gender. Jesus didn’t actually say much about what to wear and not wear, but He always talked about the heart. Purity culture does not fix the root issue of our intentions, but Jesus offers clear per...

Can I be depressed and a Christian? Does my anxiety mean that I’m failing God? If God cares, why does He allow suffering? Victoria Hedger walks through all those questions and shares her own experience in learning how mental illness and faith coexist. She defines prosperity gospel and how the actual Gospel explains that Christ is always with us in our suffering. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://an...

My friends Hannah & Anna join me as we define the term “father wounds”, share personal stories of past trauma and healing, God’s desire to heal those past hurts, and how much the father figure impacts the identity of their children in the family unit. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app