Shows
Holy Heartbreak PodcastWhen Suffering Lingers: Keeping Faith in God's Goodness When the Healing Doesn't Come w/ Brenna BlainWhat if the healing you’ve begged God for never comes?In this vulnerable conversation, Ryan Dawn sits down with author and speaker Brenna Blain (@bunonmyhead) to talk about suffering, mental health, and what it looks like to stay faithful when your prayers aren't answered (at least the way you'd expect). Brenna shares openly about living with bipolar disorder, the pain of unanswered prayers, and the pressure to perform spiritual perfection in Christian spaces.Together, they unpack:Why the Church often doesn’t know what to do with real sufferingHow prosperity gospel lite sneaks into...2025-07-1645 min
Hard & Holy with Cassandra Speer23. Can I Say That? The Taboo Topics We Don’t Talk About in ChurchIn this heartfelt and honest conversation, I’m joined by Brenna Blain—wife, mom, Contemporary Theologian, and author of the bestselling book Can I Say That? How Unsafe Questions Lead Us to the Real God. Together, we dive into the taboo topics the church often avoids: Doubt, Mental Health, Sexuality, and the Real God Who Meets Us There. Brenna shares her personal journey from black-and-white theology student to a voice for trauma-informed, biblically grounded compassion. She opens up about her experiences with mental illness, same-sex attraction, and the messy, beautiful tension of faith and lived expe...2025-05-3038 min
In Totality with Megan AshleyGod Always HealsIn this episode, I sit down with Brenna Blain for one of the most honest conversations I’ve had on the podcast. We talk about what it really looks like to follow Jesus while still battling mental illness, trauma, and temptation. Brenna shares her powerful story from growing up in church as a pastor’s kid, abuse, same-sex attraction, and deep seasons of depression. We talk about what it means to suffer well, how motherhood can actually disciple us, and why God’s goodness doesn’t always look like the comfort we expected - yet we hold fast to...2025-05-271h 35
The Porch (Video)A Conversation on Sexuality | Brenna BlainA conversation usually marked by division and shame is brought to the stage as we welcomed author and modern theologian, Brenna Blain, along with Kylen Perry and Timothy "TA" Ateek, to discuss what it looks like to have a Biblical perspective on our sexuality.2025-05-2000 min
The PorchA Conversation on Sexuality | Brenna BlainA conversation usually marked by division and shame is brought to the stage as we welcomed author and modern theologian, Brenna Blain, along with Kylen Perry and Timothy "TA" Ateek, to discuss what it looks like to have a Biblical perspective on our sexuality.2025-05-2000 min
The Deep End With LecraeThe Lies Christians Believe About Mental Health with Brenna BlainTheologian and speaker Brenna Blain joins Lecrae to unpack tattoos, theology, same‑sex attraction, bipolar disorder, Proverbs 31, megachurch red flags, and why a “genie‑in‑a‑bottle” God isn’t big enough for real pain. This raw, honest convo will stretch your mind and strengthen your hope. 🙌Check out Brenna's Blain's book: Can I Say That? How Unsafe Questions Lead Us to the Real God Brenna’s Podcast — Can I Say That?📱Follow our new instagram! -Login • Instagraminstagram.com/deependlecrae/?locale=en_US%2Cen_US📱Connect with Lecrae -Lecrae | Instagram, Facebook...2025-04-241h 19
Going There in Conversations with Christian WomenHave We Turned People Away From God? with Brenna BlainWhat does it mean to call yourself a Christian but struggle with an addiction or gender dysphoria? What about doubt or suffering? Does the church have a place for you to share that? Join us as we talk with Brenna Blain, an author, podcaster, and bible teacher about where the church has gotten it wrong and how we get back to the way of Jesus- showing others compassion and what is looks like to walk with one another through brokenness, bare one another's burdens and hope for healing and reconciliation. Brenna's Book: https://tr.ee/UGmAqT4iIZ2025-03-1941 minGoing There in Conversations with Christian WomenHave We Turned People Away From God? with Brenna BlainWhat does it mean to call yourself a Christian but struggle with an addiction or gender dysphoria? What about doubt or suffering? Does the church have a place for you to share that? Join us as we talk with Brenna Blain, an author, podcaster, and bible teacher about where the church has gotten it wrong and how we get back to the way of Jesus- showing others compassion and what is looks like to walk with one another through brokenness, bare one another's burdens and hope for healing and reconciliation. Brenna's Book: https://tr.ee/UGmAqT4iIZ2025-03-1941 min
Can I Say That?Abortion, Compassion and ConvictionBrenna Blain shares her pastoral exhortation on what it means to engage in the issue of abortion with compassion and conviction by looking to the Biblical text. This message was given in the heart of South East Portland, Oregon in partner with First Image.
2025-03-0432 min
Becoming ChurchBrenna Blain: Can I Say That in Church?Brenna Blain, a contemporary theologian, brings the current problems and issues of the world together with scripture to help people understand how to interact and show up as the body of Christ. In a culture where the church seems divided between legalism and progressive Christianity, she stands in the middle where she finds Jesus.
Brenna has learned from her own experiences that what matters to you matters to Jesus so she’s willing to lean into issues most Christians tends to shy away from. Whether it’s gender dysphoria, drug use or depressive states of mental health, Bren...2025-02-2345 min
The Covenant Eyes PodcastFrom Brokenness to Belonging: A Story of Healing and Hope with Brenna BlainBreaking Free: Brenna Blain’s Journey of Faith, Healing, and RedemptionIn this powerful episode of The Covenant Eyes Podcast, Karen Potter, MA Ed, sits down with Brenna Blain, a speaker, author, and advocate, to share her incredible journey of transformation. Brenna opens up about her battle with pornography, same-sex attraction, and the deep wounds of childhood trauma. Through raw honesty and unwavering faith, she reveals how God’s grace led her to freedom, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose.Brenna discusses the challenges of surrendering her desires to God, navigating complex quest...2025-01-0837 min