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Gentle WordsYou Can Go The DistanceThis week, we’re talking about the quiet work of staying in God’s Word. About the storehouse of treasures, old and new, and how God meets us as we dig and search. If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s worth it to keep going, this is your reminder: you really can go the distance. Every mile with Him matters.SCRIPTURES TO REVISIT:Matthew 13Proverbs 2:3-5Jeremiah 29:13James 1:52 Timothy 2:152 Timothy 3:16Psalm 119:105RESOURCE...
2026-02-1619 minGentle WordsThe Story Behind Gentle WordsWhy Gentle Words? In this episode, I share how a practical decision in my speech therapy career unexpectedly led me deeper into Scripture. What started with two verses in Proverbs slowly unfolded into a bigger exploration of healing words, the Spirit’s breath, and a God who speaks with both power and gentleness. It’s the beginning of a much larger conversation, but it’s also part of the hope behind this podcast.SCRIPTURES TO REVISIT:Proverbs 15:4 — A gentle/healing tongue is a tree of lifeProverbs 16:24 — Gracious words are like a honey...
2026-02-0919 minGentle Words6 Questions If You Want to Go Deeper in Your FaithIn this episode, we explore six honest questions that can help you go deeper with God. Because sometimes, you need to ask for a friend (and your soul). Expect gentle encouragement, practical reflection, and a reminder that curiosity is welcome on your faith journey. SCRIPTURES REFERENCEDProverbs 2:6Proverbs 9:10James 1:5James 4:6Matthew 14:29Matthew 22:371 Chronicles 28:9Isaiah 1:18James 4:3JOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACKhttps://substack.com/@brookewiegand
2026-02-0223 minGentle WordsFinding Confidence In the Goodness of GodToday's episode is about the goodness of God and how everything He does is rooted in His perfect goodness. If you find yourself needing a little confidence as you walk through life, I hope this episode encourages you. We really can trust His goodness in every way, even when we don’t always understand what He’s doing.RESOURCES:Pilgrim by Ruth Chou SimonsJOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACKhttps://substack.com/@brookewiegandHONEST QUESTIONS ARCHIVEhttps://brookewiegand.substack.com...
2026-01-2611 minGentle WordsThe God Who Stays the SameWhen life feels unstable, God remains steady. Today we’re talking about the unchanging nature of God, what Scripture says about His faithfulness, and how this truth can anchor us through every season of change. I’ll also share three simple action steps you can take this week.BOOK: None Like HimSCRIPTURES REFERENCEDPsalm 18:31Matthew 7:24–25Malachi 3:6Hebrews 13:8James 1:17Romans 8:38–39Ezekiel 36:26JOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACKhttps...
2026-01-1913 minGentle WordsHere's to a New Year and a Steady WalkAs we step into a new year, I want to welcome you back to Gentle Words! In this episode, I share the heart and rhythm of the podcast, what’s new for 2026, and, of course, offer encouragement for the days ahead. Here's to all that is and all that is to come. Let’s step into what God has for us, together!MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:The Difference Between Abundance and ExcessOn Moths, Rust, and Thieves4-Part Series for the New YearA New Beginning. The S...
2026-01-1212 minGentle WordsThe Gospel Is Real. God Is Enough. There’s Always More.Brooke reflects on three simple but life-changing truths: the gospel is real, God is enough, and there’s always more. In this final episode of the year, she invites you to return, to rest, to remember, and to keep looking for God in both the ordinary and the not-yet.JOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACKhttps://substack.com/@brookewiegandHONEST QUESTIONS ARCHIVEhttps://brookewiegand.substack.com/archiveHONEST QUESTIONS NOTEBOOK | OCTOBERhttps://brookewiegand.substack.com/p/the-calendar-flips...
2025-10-2716 minGentle WordsYou Don't Need A Better RoutineStriving, tired, and trying to get it all together? This episode is a reminder that you don’t need a better routine to be loved by God. Just a small thought from Brooke to encourage you today.JOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACKhttps://substack.com/@brookewiegandRESOURCES:Genesis 21 - Hagar and IshmaelJohn 4 - The woman at the wellLuke 10 - Martha and MaryMatthew 11 - Come to MeConnect with Brooke: https://www...
2025-10-2014 minGentle WordsThe More You Already HaveWhat if God’s “more” isn’t something you’re missing, but something you've had access to all along? In this episode, we slow down with Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3 and rediscover what it means to be strengthened, filled, and deeply loved, right where we are.JOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACKhttps://substack.com/@brookewiegandRESOURCES:Ephesians 3:16-21Connect with Brooke: https://www.brookewiegand.com | InstagramPodcast Cover Photography: Hello Jude Photography
2025-10-1318 minGentle WordsAre You Just Going Through the Motions?If your faith feels flat, familiar, or like you’re just going through the motions, this episode is for you. Brooke talks honestly about what happens when spiritual practices lose their purpose and how God gently calls us back to what’s real. You’ll be reminded that He’s present in your dull seasons and invited to take small, steady steps into a faith that feels real and life-giving. JOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACKhttps://substack.com/@brookewiegandRESOURCES:Oldie, but goodie episode: Moving Fo...
2025-10-0621 minGentle WordsPrepare for the Days AheadAs the year winds down, how can we walk with purpose instead of slipping into survival mode? In this episode, we’ll take the long view and talk about preparing our hearts and homes for the season ahead.Together we’ll walk through November, December, and the New Year with practical questions to help us cultivate gratitude, joy, and peace. From setting the tone in our homes to simplifying holiday plans to embracing God’s strength for each new step, we’ll explore how preparation shapes not just our calendars, but our hearts.
2025-09-2915 minGentle WordsThe Middle Is Hard, but the End Is BetterBeginnings can be exciting, but the middle often feels hard. Join Brooke as she reflects on Ecclesiastes 7:8. The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride. She shares personal insights and a few gentle, practical ways to live today, trusting that the ending He has for us is far greater than we can imagine.JOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACKhttps://brookewiegand.substack.comRESOURCES:Ecclesiastes 7:8Philippians 1:6Romans 8:18James 1:12Hebrews 12:2Genesis 1Revelation 21–22Connect with Brooke: https...
2025-09-2217 minGentle WordsWho Do You Say I Am?This week, Brooke invites you into an honest conversation around one of Jesus’ most important questions: “Who do you say I am?” In a world full of noise, uncertainty, and shifting headlines, Brooke reflects on why this question is still the turning point of our faith and how our answer shapes not just what we believe, but how we live, love, and hope. Whether you’re full of faith, wrestling with doubt, or somewhere in between, you’ll find gentle encouragement to keep your eyes fixed on Christ, even when everything else feels uncertain.
2025-09-1518 minGentle Words5 Things I Learned This YearJoin Brooke as she shares five things she's learned this year. Here’s to finding hope and reassurance that we can grow in our faith even in the midst of uncertainties.TOPICS COVERED:Ribology CourseHeaven StudyHonest QuestionsLoved By GodEcclesiastes StudyJOIN BROOKE ON SUBSTACKWhat Does Walking with God Look Like?Can We Stop Living Like We’re Missing Something?Questions Jesus Asked: A SeriesWhat If I Wasted It?
2025-09-0827 minGentle WordsRight Vs. Almost RightThis episode is for the one standing at a crossroads. If you’re unsure which way to go, afraid of getting it wrong, or weary from trying to make all the “right” choices. Together, we’ll talk about what discernment really means and learn how the process begins long before the decision itself.+ Walk away with a fresh understanding of how God shapes us through His Word.+ Get a simple framework for practicing discernment.+ Be encouraged. Even when we miss it, His grace is bigger. YOU’RE IN...
2025-09-0118 minGentle WordsWhen Faith Looks Like A QuestionSometimes faith looks like bringing our questions to God. What if, in between the question and the answer, is where the miracle begins?Join Brooke as she explores how God meets us in the uncertainty, the beauty of honest questions, and the hope we find in friendship and home along the way.Bible References:Genesis 3:9Luke 2:49John 1:38Luke 5:17–26John 14:6ICYMI:Brooke recently launched a new mini-series on the Honest Questions Substack called Questions Jesus As...
2025-08-2520 minGentle WordsCan We Truly Know God?Have you ever wondered if it's possible to truly know God? Do you feel like you’re missing something?In this episode, Brooke shares the hope she’s found. God hasn’t moved. He’s still here, still revealing Himself, and He’s not finished showing us more of who He is.You’ll hear about her "Deep Water Trio". The three places we can return to when we long to know Him more. If you’ve felt distant or unsure lately, this one’s for you. ICYMI:
2025-08-1814 minGentle WordsWhat Neapolitan Ice Cream Taught Me About HeavenIf you’ve ever felt the limits of your own body, grieved how quickly the years pass, or longed for more than this earth offers, pull up a chair. Let’s talk about heaven. This is a story about Neapolitan ice cream, but it’s also about the space between now and forever. There’s a sweetness to eternity, and it changes everything about how we face our days.ICYMI:Just for you. Just for fun. Brooke kicked off a brand new mini-series on the Hones...
2025-08-1117 minGentle WordsWill Your Kids Want Your Faith?Let’s get real for a second. Our kids are watching us. They're seeing what we believe, how we live, and what lights us up. The big question is, would they want what we have? Join Brooke as she shares three simple ways to take a fresh look at our everyday lives and what they reveal about Jesus to our kids. She'll also share what she's trying with her girls in the middle of real life. This episode is about living a faith that’s so real and worth it, o...
2025-08-0424 minGentle WordsAre Your Friendships as Deep as They Could Be?Friendship can feel hard to navigate in a full season of life. In this episode, we talk about what makes friendship feel safe, why it’s worth the effort, and how knowing we’re a friend of God changes how we show up for others. Plus, a few simple rhythms to keep friendship alive, even when life is busy.REFERENCES:John 15:15Honest Questions is a weekly pause. No pressure, just honest faith, Scripture, and steady hope for whatever season you’re in. Join Here.h...
2025-07-2817 minGentle WordsThe Difference Between Abundance and ExcessHave you ever thought about the difference between abundance and excess? They can look a lot alike, especially when we’re longing for more. That’s what we’re talking about today. More. The kind we were made for and the kind that will never satisfy. We’ll explore what Scripture says about abundance, look at a few parables, and unpack how excess can subtly take God’s good gifts and twist them into something shallow. And by the end, we’ll come full circle, because the truth is, there’s always more… because there’s always m...
2025-07-2215 minGentle WordsThe Difference Between Abundance and ExcessHave you ever thought about the difference between abundance and excess? They can look a lot alike, especially when we’re longing for more.That’s what we’re talking about today: more.The kind we were made for and the kind that will never satisfy.We’ll explore what Scripture says about abundance, look at a few parables, and unpack how excess can subtly take God’s good gifts and twist them into something shallow. And by the end, we’ll come full circle, because the truth is, there’s always more… because there’s always mo...
2025-07-2118 minGentle WordsIs Your Bible Reading Boring? Let's Talk About it.If you’ve ever sat down to read your Bible and felt distracted, detached, or just bored, this episode is for you. We take an honest look at why reading the Bible can sometimes feel dry and what might really be going on underneath the surface. We'll talk about common struggles, cultural distractions, and what Scripture actually is. Let’s rediscover the wonder together. REFERENCES:2 Timothy 3:16-17Psalm 62Philippians 4:9James 1:17God’s Big Story PodcastHonest Questi...
2025-07-1425 minGentle Words5 Biggest Problems With StrivingStriving feels productive but it’s quietly draining us. In this episode, I’m naming five of the biggest problems with striving and why it’s keeping so many of us stuck, tired, and spiritually dry. If you’ve been trying harder but feeling emptier, this one’s for you. Let’s talk about what God offers instead.BIBLE REFERENCES:Ecclesiastes 1John 15:5Colossians 1:17Honest Questions is a weekly pause. No pressure, just honest faith, Scripture, and steady hope for whatever season you’re in. Join Here.
2025-07-0724 minGentle WordsCalling All Restless HeartsCalling all restless hearts. What if the best day isn’t behind you or even here, but still ahead? This is a heart-level reflection on time, legacy, and learning to live like we’re almost home. Join Brooke as she doesn't hand out answers, but points us to Jesus. Because that’s exactly what restless hearts need.REFERENCES: Matthew 5 - The BeatitudesHebrews 11 - Legacy of Faith1 John 2 - "I'm writing to you..."RELATED EPISODE:I've Got A LongingHONEST QUESTIONS: Honest Q...
2025-06-3015 minGentle WordsA Stack of Books and A Soul That's HungryIf you’re a book gal (or want to be), this one’s for you. I’m sharing 10 books of the Bible I’ve found meaningful and 10+ others that have helped me love God more, think deeply, and walk in faith right where I am. It’s theology without the overwhelm, truth without the striving, and a little bookish joy for a hungry soul along the way.BOOK REFERENCES:☆ Books In the Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Psalms, Proverbs, Matthew, John, Romans, Hebrews, James, Revelation☆ Theology & Bible Literacy :Y...
2025-06-2330 minGentle WordsIs It Okay to Wrestle with God?Wrestling with God? Good.In this episode, we’re flipping the script on doubt and struggle. Because what if wrestling with God isn’t a sign you’re doing it wrong, but a sign you’re showing up?We’ll walk with Jacob, Job, Habakkuk, David, and Jesus who brought their whole, messy selves to God and didn’t back down.Then I'll share 5 ways we can learn from them and wrestle well without giving up or running away.Here’s to the wrestle.REFERENCES:Genesis 32...
2025-06-1528 minGentle WordsI've Got A LongingIn this first episode of Gentle Words, Brooke explores the quiet ache so many of us carry. Through personal story and scripture, she gently reminds us that every longing points to the truth that we were made for more than this world. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this really all there is?”, this episode is for you.There’s more here than we’ve settled for.And I think you’re ready for it.Honest Questions is a weekly pause. No pressure, just honest faith, Scripture, and steady hope for whatever seaso...
2025-06-0922 min
Heart Of Life PodcastS2 12: Trading Approval for AuthenticityIn this episode, Jesie and Brooke navigate the discomfort that arises when we allow the approval of others to become less important than becoming who we are meant to be. Discussing the ways that releasing the need for approval often results in a "pendulum swing" and how to find the balanced middle in between extremes.
"When I give up the need for others' approval, I am free to become who I truly am."
The card referenced in this episode comes from The Affirmation Cards for Women deck by Casey Wiegand
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2022-11-2334 min
Gentle Words8. Worth ItIn the final episode of Season 1, Brooke shares her heart on why this life, God, and our faith is worth it. Listen in.
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2022-11-2011 min
Gentle Words7. Look UpPeople of faith look up to see what God will do. They are expectant to watch & see how he will move. Learn with Brooke as she shares a collection of stories & people who “looked up”. Together, you’ll see how God showed his presence & faithfulness.
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2022-11-1316 min
Gentle Words6. Just Don't Lose HeartListen in as Brooke shares a list of action steps she started taking to see what it might look like to know & live by faith. Here’s to starting somewhere. A pep talk. A reminder. Grace. & a prayer.
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2022-11-0609 min
Gentle Words5. Make Every EffortWhat are we making the effort to do? What does it look like to make every effort? & Why are we choosing to? Join Brooke as she encourages us to consider how the things we do outwardly reflect our inner assurance of faith. Here’s to showing up & looking to Jesus.
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2022-10-3016 min
Gentle Words4. Moving ForwardMost of us walk around in way that the world is happening TO US. Join Brooke as she challenges herself & all of us to consider how we might live in the authority given to us to do our part. We’re taking ownership of our faith, gaining some momentum, & using Newton’s laws of motion to remind us that we will put our spiritual life in motion. Or we won’t. Here’s to moving forward.
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2022-10-2414 min
Gentle Words3. It's Our TurnIn this episode, Brooke breaks down Hebrews 12:1-2. May you be encouraged to consider your legacy of faith, run the race, & keep your eyes on Jesus.
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2022-10-1712 min
Gentle Words2: Walk By FaithWe want to walk by faith, but do we know what it means & what it looks like? Listen in as Brooke shares a quick review on the definition of faith, a run through of people who were known for their faith, & 3 ways we can walk by faith today.
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2022-10-0913 min
Gentle Words1: Walking HomeWe're all walking Home. We're not there yet, but we're finding our way back. Take A Look with Brooke as she encourages listeners to pay closer attention to their life, the Kingdom of Heaven, & their faith. With thoughtful perspectives, truth from the Bible, & practical action steps, she's here to help you move forward with resilience & hope.
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2022-10-0909 min