Making Waves Podcast with Christy Sawyer

Join host Christy Sawyer for a conversation with Elicia "Lici" Brown about her experience with domestic abuse: the mental, emotional and spiritual toll it takes. We'll talk about how to be a loving friend to someone in an abusive relationship as well as how to navigate life on the other side of abuse. Whether you have experienced abuse yourself or not, this is a conversation that will benefit anyone.

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Join Christy for this discussion with Machelle McCulley as they unpack the power of judgement- for good or bad- and how we can choose to look at people without judgement, hear their story, tell our story, and see the redemptive power of Christ at work in all of our lives. The old adage "you can't judge a book by its cover" is so true. Often, unlikely people make the strongest impacts in our lives, and we are all stron...

Lici Brown is the true definition of a survivor. You may be familiar with her story. Two years ago she experienced a massive stroke while leading worship, but despite the dire situation, her story did not end there. Life is full of things outside of our control, but we serve a God who is in control. Lici's story reminds us that He who began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it.

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Join us in this episode as we explore the heart of worship in music with worship leader Rhea Marshall.

Authentic Worship - “Is it all a show?”

This topic!!! How do you define true worship? Have worship leaders become entertainers? What’s the difference between authentic worship and performance? Rhea Marshall and I discuss this and so much more!

Rhea Marshall earned both a Bachelor of Arts in vocal performance and a ...

In "Rebuilding", this brand-new episode, Christy Sawyer explores the story of Nehemiah as she encourages listeners to face situations in our lives head-on...trusting the Lord to enable us (just as He did Nehemiah) to rebuild the "walls" of our lives. Whether you find yourself in a season or situation of ruin or not, you will be reminded of who God is and how we can experience His power at work in our lives. What...

You don't want to miss this newest episode "Marked". As people all over the world are talking right now about "revival" and "moves of God", it's worth exploring what brings true revival.  When we have an encounter with God's presence, we are marked... transformed.  Christy Sawyer unpacks scriptural truths that will challenge, inspire, and equip listeners to have face-to-face encounters with...

In this newest episode, Taking Up the Mantle, Christy welcomes Madeline Arwood as they discuss some of the many obstacles (and opportunities) that kids in school are facing in today’s culture. There is not a better time for this generation to rise up and be a light in our schools and universities. Share with all your GenZ friends and kids!

Madeline is a great example of1 Timothy 4:12 - “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you...

Be sure to listen to "Behind the Pursuit of Freedom". In this episode, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Theresa Arwood as they have a life-giving conversation about finding TRUE freedom in Christ. Sharing her own story and drawing from the well-known Biblical story of the woman with the issue of blood, Theresa will encourage you to trust Jesus and trust HIS process in your life. Fear, Insecurity, Perfectionism, Hurt, Anger... whatever...

Join us for this episode "Families Living With Disabilities". This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Miggie Castro to a real, vulnerable conversation about thriving as a family facing a disability or special needs. Miggie shares personal reflections of raising an incredible son with a disability and advice for families facing similar situations. Whether this is your story or not, you'll be encouraged to take the word "can't" out ...

Join us for this newest episode "Don't Stop Living." This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Jennifer Shuler as they dive into a conversation about tragedy and grief. Jennifer has a heart-gripping story of incredible loss, but also a testimony of choosing "better over bitter".  In the face of difficult seasons, through God's grace and strength, Jennifer encourages our listeners to live out her life motto, "Don't Stop Living!"

Join us for this newest episode "What is Repentance?". This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Rhonda Holland as they engage  in a life-giving conversation  centered around the gift of repentance.  In this discussion, not only is repentance clearly defined scripturally but also unpacked with Biblical truth  and application so that listeners can engage with this gift which leads to true change, freedom, confiden...

Join us for this newest episode It's Okay To Not be Okay. This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Sylvia Daughdrill as they start a conversation (with more to come) about mental illness.  They tackle questions like "but what if you're a Christian? or a Pastor?  Or a Pastor's wife?" This is a huge, relevant subject that you will want to share with family, friends, co-workers, etc. Discover how Christ enables us to heal, l...

Join us for this newest episode Church Hurt. This week, Christy Sawyer welcomes guest Courtney Blackwell as they tackle a huge topic. This is the first of more episodes & guests exploring the many facets and effects of “church hurt”. This episode looks at this from the perspective of a young adult in their 20’s— not just the hurt itself but the ways that we as Christians can respond to, and even prevent, church hurt through the...

Join us for this newest episode Jesus Said “Leave Her Alone” as Christy Sawyer unpacks what it means to be a true disciple of Jesus and answers the question, "What is discipleship?" It's a word that gets thrown around a lot in church. But, by taking a look at the life and story of Mary of Bethany, you’ll be encouraged to grow in your faith and live out a real, authentic relationship with Christ— letting NOTHING come between you &am...

Join Christy Sawyer as she welcomes guest Colleen Flynn for this incredible conversation.  Colleen's story is a testimony of freedom from addiction and healing---physically and spiritually---and her journey to becoming a true disciple of Christ.  Christy says in this episode, "God will go to any lengths and be as creative as He needs to be to reach us wherever we are".  Colleen is living proof of this, and it's true ...

Join Christy Sawyer and guest Brittany Morrow-Haynes for this honest, vulnerable conversation about betrayal in marriage. But this conversation goes way beyond just marriage.  You'll be encouraged to find your true identity in Christ that enables us to overcome any hurt, betrayal or hang-up. You can find daily encouragement in your faith by following Christy Sawyer on Facebook and Instagram.  If you want more information ...

Today's episode, I Can AND I Will, features guest Dawn Lipsey, an author, speaker and pastor, as she and Christy discuss finding victory in the face of all of life's many challenges.  In the depths of the struggle, it might seem the only way out is to surrender, but the best way OUT is THROUGH! Dawn's book, I Can I Will, was inspired by Philippians 4:13 that shows us the way through: "I can do all things through Christ Who str...