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Hope for the Moment with Allison BrostEmbracing a Life of Awe and Gratitude with Carolyn LaceyEarlier this year my publisher let me know that my book "Grateful" wasn't going to be a stand-alone book, it was going to be the first in an entire series of 30-day devotionals! I was so thrilled to get to sit down this week with the author of that next book, Carolyn Lacey, and chat about her new book "Amazed: 30 Days of Growing in Awe of God." We talk about the surprising overlap between a life of gratitude and awe, how understanding God's character can deepen our own sense of awe, and the surprising ways awe leads...
2025-12-0927 min
Hope Mommies Podcast - Gospel Hope for Grieving MomsEpisode 57: Grateful and Grieving: Cultivating a thankful heart with Allison BrostFinding reasons to be thankful in the middle of suffering isn't easy. In this episode of the Hope Mommies Podcast, Kristin Hernandez is joined by author and Hope Mom Allison Brost to talk about what it looks like to cultivate gratitude. Allison shares the story of her son Solomon, who went to be with the Lord in 2018, and reflects on how her journey through loss has shaped her relationship with the Lord. Together, they discuss the tension of holding sorrow and thankfulness at the same time, the importance of authentic community, and how God redeems even the...
2025-11-2654 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostBetween Dreams and Rest: Striking the Balance Between God's Calling and His EquippingHow do you find rest while also following your dreams? In this episode I sit down with my good friend April Fry, co-founder of Ten Minas Ministry, a retreat center and haven for pastors and their families to find rest, relaxation and renewal.Listen in as April shares how God used years of near-constant moves to connect her and her family to the church abroad and open their hearts with a deep desire to start a ministry to prevent pastoral burn-out. We talk about rest, the importance of self-care and how coming to the...
2025-11-2533 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostMy Praise Will Never End with Maria SegerholmJoin me as I sit down with my sweet friend Maria Segerholm who's joining us all the way from SWEDEN! She's a talented Christian singer/songwriter and her journey of writing and releasing music holds nuggets of truth for you, no matter your stage in life.We chat about hope for our own seasons of waiting, creativity based on a Creator God, and the powerful truths that held her during a difficult season recovering from a rare stroke. Listen in as we share about faith, resilience, and the powerful truths we can stake our...
2025-11-1133 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostReturning to Jesus with Jen ThompsonShe just released her new book "Return to Jesus" and today we're talking all about the power of the return: through prayer, surrender, and the open door of vulnerability that allows us to turn toward Jesus not only individually, but collectively.Listen in as we talk about everyday grace, holding on to Jesus as a family, and what it looks like to continually return to Jesus in your ordinary life.
2025-10-2832 min
Delighted MotherhoodSecular vs. Christian Gratitude | Allison BrostFall is a popular time to start thinking about thankfulness. Thankful, Grateful, Blessed is on every mug, pillow, and sweater. What’s not to love about gratefulness? Talk to a random person on the street and ask them if they think gratefulness matters and they will almost certainly say yes. But what is thankfulness? How is Christian thankfulness distinct from secular thankfulness? Why is the object of our gratitude far more important than the expression of our gratitude? With our own children, how do we help them think about gratitude in the context of being crea...
2025-10-2735 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostBold Faith in a BIG God with Matt and Jessica CrossonJoin me as I welcome Matt and Jessica Crosson to the podcast and hear the remarkable journey God's taken them on from worship pastors to global missionaries. We talk about the importance of serving right where God has you, the impact of our stories and sharing what God has done, and how to involve the whole family in a life of service. Tune in for an inspiring discussion that encourages you to see the extraordinary in everyday moments, to engage deeply with your faith and community, and to have bold faith in a BIG God.
2025-10-1437 min
Grow + Go with Em TylerGrow + Go | Finding Hope in Grief with Allison BrostIn this tender conversation, I sit down with Allison Brost as she shares her journey of grief after the loss of her son, Solomon. Allison opens up about the pain of loss, the comfort of Scripture, and how writing became a healing outlet in her faith journey.We talk honestly about lament, gratitude, and the way God meets us in the darkest places. Allison also shares practical encouragement for keeping prayer alive amidst the chaos of parenting, and how community has been vital in her healing process. This episode is both raw and full of hope, reminding...
2025-10-0841 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostFrom Darkness to Light: The Power of Faith in Overcoming Trauma with Tabitha YatesToday I welcome Tabitha Yates, an author and mental health expert, to share her powerful journey of overcoming trauma through faith. Tabitha opens up about her struggles with mental health, the challenges of growing up in an abusive household, and how her faith played a pivotal role in her healing process. Through vulnerability and resilience, she reveals how embracing God's kindness and compassion helped her break free from the chains of her past. Join us as we explore the intersection of faith and mental health, and discover the hope and healing that can be found in the midst of...
2025-09-3029 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostFrom Hopeless to God-Given Purpose with Jessika SandersIn this heartfelt episode of the Hope for the Moment podcast, I welcome Jessika Sanders, a devoted mother, author, and founder of Praying Through Ministries. Jessika shares her amazing journey from the absolute breaking point to a place of sharing hope and healing for families who are walking through medical crisis. Tune in to hear Jessika's inspiring story of resilience, faith, and the power of prayer.
2025-09-1648 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostBalancing Act: Letting Go of Perfection and Embracing Peace with Amber PalmerToday I sit down with Amber Palmer, a fellow blogger and devoted mother, to explore the intricate dance of balancing motherhood with personal growth. Amber shares her journey from being a high-achieving teacher to embracing the unpredictable yet rewarding world of raising teens. Together, they discuss the challenges of letting go of perfectionism, finding peace amidst chaos, and the transformative power of faith in navigating life's transitions. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about embracing imperfections and discovering strength in vulnerability.
2025-09-0229 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostDay by Day Devotion with Kelsey ScismIn this conversation, I sit down with author and blogger Kelsey Scism to talk about the unexpected route God took her to writing her recent book "One Year with Jesus" a devotional aimed at middle-school girls, but one chock full of Biblical truth to glean no matter your age! We discuss the impact of grief on her faith journey, the unexpected way God led Kelsey to writing, and plenty of lessons on parenting and letting go of control as we discuss the in's and out's of everyday life with kids at home. I hope you enjoy this conversation as...
2025-08-1930 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostFinding Strength in Weakness: A Conversation with Katie FarisI'm chatting this week with my friend Katie Faris, a pastor's wife, mother to five, and author who recently released her third book titled "Every Hour I Need You." It's a theme that's woven throughout our conversation as we explore areas of motherhood, writing, and the everyday challenges of life where we truly find that in our own lack, God is more than enough. It's through these rock-solid, unwavering attributes of God that Katie shares insights from her devotional, 'Every Hour I Need You,' emphasizing that God will be sufficient in whatever season you may be facing.
2025-08-0529 minHope for the Moment with Allison BrostThe Story Behind the PodcastI'm so excited to share with you a little bit of the backstory that led to starting this podcast, Hope for the Moment, in this candid conversation with my dear friend, Heather Hageness. She's been a big part of this journey from the very start and today we sit down and chat about all things beginnings, from watching God transform the heartache of relational conflict and hard church transitions into leading us into a space of life-giving community and restoration. I hope today's episode reminds you that there is hope and goodness being written in the long haul of...
2025-07-1647 min
Live Like It's True {Bible Podcast}When You Get The Miracle but Forgo Gratefulness | Allison Brost | Luke 17 – LeperWhen your heart is breaking, what does it look like to notice God's goodness? Can gratitude grow in the soil of deep grief?In this episode of the Live Like It's True podcast, I'm talking with Allison Brost—who lost a child—about how grief and gratitude can intertwine in the most unexpected ways. Listen in as we talk about the healing power of gratitude in the story of the one leper who turned back to thank Jesus. Even in your sorrow, there’s an invitation to return to God with a grateful heart.Guest: Alliso...
2025-05-2143 min
The Warrior Mama Podcast136. Hope in the Middle of Loss and Disappointment with Allison BrostWelcome back to the kitchen table. Joining Bethany today is Allison Brost, a remarkable mother and writer who brings hope and encouragement to those facing hardships. Allison shares her beautiful story of loss, reminding listeners that God will come through during those incredibly hard seasons. Bethany and Allison explore the impact of Allison's Book This Side of Perfect: Holding Onto Hope When Life Gets Hard on its audience, the shared emotions it evokes, and the importance of fostering conversations around navigating hardships and loss. Allison's book serves as a reminder that even during loss, you ca...
2023-05-3127 minThe Warrior Mama Podcast136. Hope in the Middle of Loss and Disappointment with Allison BrostWelcome back to the kitchen table. Joining Bethany today is Allison Brost, a remarkable mother and writer who brings hope and encouragement to those facing hardships. Allison shares her beautiful story of loss, reminding listeners that God will come through during those incredibly hard seasons. Bethany and Allison explore the impact of Allison's Book This Side of Perfect: Holding Onto Hope When Life Gets Hard on its audience, the shared emotions it evokes, and the importance of fostering conversations around navigating hardships and loss. Allison's book serves as a reminder that even during loss, you ca...
2023-05-3127 min
Can You Just Sit With Me? with Natasha Smith2. How Can God Be Good and Let My Baby Die? with Author Allison BrostJoin me as we sit with Author Allison Brost. In this episode, Allison shares her grief journey and we discuss some of the hard questions of grief and how to find hope. Get Allison’s new book, This Side of Perfect: https://amzn.to/3GPDuoF Connect with Allison: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllisonsBrost/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonsbrost/ Sitting with you,Natasha*Get my free mini devotional “You’re Not Losing It, Life is Hard”: http://eepurl.com/bCTWMLPre...
2023-04-1726 min
Rustic SongbirdWriting Healing Songs Through Grief with Allison BrostIn this episode of the Rustic Songbird Podcast, host Lydia Walker interviews Allison Brost, about going through a season of loss, and how songs that she has written have ministered healing to her as well as others. They talk about the healing power of music, and how writing through times of grief or loss can be therapeutic and help to process difficult seasons of life.
2020-09-2828 min