Peace in His Presence

Peace in His Presence

Are you weary and worn from constant chaos? Do you long for peace? The Peace in His Presence podcast will help you find rest for your soul through God's Word. God holds you close to His heart in His most capable hands.

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December 19, 2025 14 mins

Grief doesn't follow a schedule. It shows up in the grocery store aisle, while looking through recipes, when you hear a certain song. And during the holidays, grief can feel even more intense.

In this final episode of the Be Still series, I'm sharing what I've learned about welcoming grief instead of trying to fix it—and how Immanuel (God WITH us) meets us right in the middle of our pain.

You'll discover:

• Why "small" griefs matte...

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Are you struggling to find joy this Christmas season?

Maybe finances are tighter than usual. Maybe there's an empty chair at your table. Maybe you're exhausted from trying to make everything perfect when nothing feels right.

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Are you dreading the holidays this year because someone won't be at your table?

Maybe someone you love has died. Maybe your kids have grown up and moved away. Maybe traditions are changing and your heart is aching in ways you didn't expect.

You're not alone. And you don't have to "get through" this season by gritting your teeth and pretending you're fine.

In this episode, you'll discover:

✓ Why trying to plan or control your grief ...

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Do you struggle with feeling like you're not enough? Are you tired of comparing yourself to others and always coming up short? Does shame whisper that your past, your failures, or your struggles disqualify you from being loved by God?

If you've ever wondered "why do I feel like I'm not good enough"...

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November 4, 2025 22 mins

Do you wake up to the same negative thoughts every morning? Thoughts like "I'm not enough," "This will never change," or "I'm too broken"? You're not alone, and those thought patterns aren't permanent.

In this episode, we explore the story of the woman who bled for 12 years - a woman whose thought patterns ran deep from isolation, suffering, and disap...

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Are you in the middle of a broken dream right now? Wondering if God sees you, if healing will ever come, or if you'll survive this pain? In this episode, discover how God meets you exactly where you are—in the pacing, the tears, the unanswered questions. Learn how your brain creates thought ruts during grief and how God's Word can create new pathways to peace. Your broken places might be exactly where God's light will shine brighte...

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Have you ever been told you're "too emotional"? Do you feel unseen, unheard, or unnoticed in your relationships? If you've spent years thinking about your emotions instead of actually feeling them, this episode is for you.

In this episode of the Peace and His Presence Podcast, I share my personal story of being told "you will always fail in life becau...

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How to Stop Anxious Thoughts at Night: A Practical Christian Approach

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Do anxious thoughts keep you awake at 3 AM? Does your brain replay worst-case scenarios on repeat? You're not broken—your brain is just stuck in worry ruts. In this episode, I share a pow...

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Are your thoughts spiraling with worry and anxious "what ifs"? In this episode of Peace in His Presence, we pray through Psalm 46:10 — "Be still and know that I am God" — and discover how God's peace can calm anxious hearts and bring rest when life feels uncertain.

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In a world of constant uncertainty and overwhelming news cycles, it's no wonder anxiety feels like it's taking over. Many of us find our worry spirals spinning completely out of control, leaving us exhausted and afraid.

What do you do when fear hijacks your body at 1 AM, trying to control something happening 4,000 miles away? In this episode, I share ...

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Does your mama heart ache when your child leaves? You're not alone.

If you've ever watched your child drive away and felt your heart break a little, this episode is for you. Michelle shares her tender goodbye with her son Matthew as he heads to his senior year of co...

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Hope for When You Can't Fix What Feels Broken


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Has your heart ever felt so broken that you didn't know how you were going to move forward? In this deeply personal episode, Michelle shares a story from her book Promised Hope about a season when her heart felt completely shattered - and what God did in that broken place.

If you're struggling with overwhelming heartbreak, whether from...

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    Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of worry that seems impossible to break? In this episode of the Peace in His Presence podcast, Michelle Diercks shares her personal journey with anxious thoughts and reveals powerful biblical truths about breaking free from worry patterns.

    Through personal stories, scriptu...

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    In this powerful episode of the Peace in His Presence podcast, Michelle Dericks explores how choosing strategic silence can become a source of strength when facing false accusations and shame. Drawing from her personal experience with false accusations and the biblical story of Rahab, Michelle reveals how El Chay...

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    Finding Peace in the Unknown: How God Helps Us in Uncertainty

    Episode Notes:

    In this transformative episode, Michelle Diercks explores how we can discover deep, lasting peace even during life's most uncertain seasons through understanding the powerful Hebrew name of God "El Chay" (the Living God).

    Episode Timestamps:

    • 00:00 - Welcome and introduction to finding peace in uncertainty
    • 01:06 - Addressing ...
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    Good Friday Reflection: "It Is Finished"

    In this special Good Friday episode, Michelle  invites listeners to reflect on Jesus's sacrifice on the cross and the profound meaning behind His final words, "It is finished."

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    Holy Week Reflection: Jesus in the Garden

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    In this special Holy Week episode, Michelle Dericks offers a powerful reflection on Jesus's time in the Garden of Gethsemane. Through scripture and personal insights, Michelle helps listeners understand the depth of Christ's suffering and the incredible love behind His sacrifice.

    Scripture Focus

    Luke 22:39-46 (with references to parallel accounts ...

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    March 1, 2025 2 mins

    A short bonus episode.

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    Episode Summary:
    Michelle Diercks shares personal insights and biblical wisdom about handling difficult relationships and overcoming bitterness. She discusses lessons learned from Dr. Edie Wadsworth's life mentoring program and her journey toward better relationship management.

    Key Points:
    - Relationships with people are only as good as our thoughts about them
    - The importance of choosing which thoughts to dwell on
    - How bitterne...

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