The Shieldmaidens

What happens when the battle is deeper than what can be seen? 

In this powerful episode of The Shieldmaidens, we sit down with Darren Ricketts as he shares his testimony of finding true freedom in Christ. From spiritual warfare and deliverance to discovering his identity as a son of the King, this conversation is raw, honest, and full of hope. 

One statement from Darren deeply impacted us: “The enemy is under no obligation to play fa...

Some words sting longer than we’d like to admit. In this episode of The Shieldmaidens, we’re opening up about the reality of harsh criticism, online hate, and the cruelty that can live in the comment section. We read real comments, share honest reactions, and talk about what it means to keep following Jesus when the opinions of others get loud. 

How do you stay rooted in your calling when people misunderstand you, judge you, or try ...

In this episode of The Shieldmaidens, we sit down with Elisha, the heart behind Waiting for Baby Bird, to hear her powerful and deeply personal story.

What began as a blog documenting her journey through infertility has grown into a beautiful ministry that now supports and encourages other women walking the same road. Through seasons of waiting, grief, and unwavering faith, Elisha shares how God gave her a promise - that she would h...

In this episode, we sit down with Dennis and Robin Lannert to hear the real story behind life on the mission field. 

From powerful moments of faith to the unseen reality of spiritual warfare, Dennis and Robin share what it’s truly like to follow God’s calling... no matter the cost. After spending years going back and forth serving in Belize, they’ve experienced both the beauty and the battle that comes with missionary life. 

This con...

In this episode of The Shieldmaidens Podcast, we’re taking a step back to reflect on the past 18 months of podcasting, growth, and walking with God. 

We went into this journey with expectations, but God had other plans. 

From the lessons we didn’t see coming to the ways He’s been shaping our hearts in this current season, we’re sharing what surprised us most, what challenged us, and what God is teaching us right now. 

This conversatio...

What happens when finding truth could cost you everything? 

In this powerful episode, we sit down (virtually) with Sandi, who grew up culturally Jewish but encountered Jesus in a deeply personal way at a young age. What followed was a journey marked by both transformation and tension... because her new faith had to remain hidden. 

Fearing rejection, misunderstanding, and the loss of close relationships, Sandi lived out the beginning ...

In this powerful and honest conversation, Dedrick shares his journey from a life marked by instability, rejection, and deep personal struggles... to a life completely transformed by Jesus Christ. 

From a difficult childhood to broken relationships, and even a moment where he almost gave up, Dedrick opens up about the pain that shaped his early years. 

But God. 

Now living with purpose and a holy fire, Dedrick is devoted to reaching ot...

What happens when you truly commit to reading the Bible... not just occasionally, but daily? 

In this episode, Allie and Drew share their personal story of how turning to Scripture transformed their lives, their faith, and their marriage. What started as a simple step of obedience became something far deeper than they ever expected. 

They open up about where they were before, what led them to finally take God’s Word seriously, and th...

What does it look like to follow Jesus in the middle of the music industry?

In this episode, we sit down with Christian R&B artist Yung Kriss to examine life behind the spotlight: the highs, the pressures, the temptations, and the moments that have tested his faith the most. From success to struggle, Kriss shares how staying grounded in Christ hasn't always been easy... but it's been everything. 

This is an honest conve...

In this powerful testimony, Mary Jo shares her incredible story of healing and faith. After facing difficult circumstances in a cancer diagnosis, she discovered the life-changing power of speaking and praying the Word of God over her life. 

Instead of accepting fear, doubt, or negative reports, Mary Jo began declaring God's promises over her day. Through persistent prayer and speaking truth over her situation, she witnessed the...

In this episode, we sit down with Cindy and Tom Scholl; a couple who has spent 50 years walking through life together. They share their story from how they first met, to the places life has taken them, to the highs, the lows, and everything in between. 

After five decades of marriage, they reflect honestly on the challenges they faced, the lessons they learned, and how God remained faithful through every season. Through difficult mo...

For years, JJ lived a double life. 

Behind closed doors, he battled a hidden meth addiction. One he kept secret from the people who loved him most. Even his wife, Brooke, had no idea the depth of what he was struggling with. 

In this powerful and deeply personal testimony, JJ and Brooke sit down to share their story together. JJ opens up about the secrecy, the shame, and the grip addiction had on his life. Brooke shares the heartbrea...

What if the question “Does God exist?” isn’t just philosophical, but deeply personal? 

In this powerful testimony, Devin Wilbourn, known across social media as The Quiet Church, shares the journey that changed his life forever. 

What started as a pursuit to question, analyze, and even disprove the existence of God as a teenager became something he never expected: an encounter with the one true God. As Devin wrestled with deep qu...

Everyone has an opinion... but is it biblical? 

In this episode, we are joined by our producer Toby to react to real listener submissions and put popular Christian hot takes to the test. Some are encouraging, some are uncomfortable, and some might challenge the way you've always thought. Instead of arguing from feelings, we open the Bible and ask: What does the Bible really say? 

While this one is just for fun, we hope that our ...

"When church leaves the building" isn't just a catchy phrase... it’s a way of life. 

In this episode, we sit down with Matt & Kady Woodruff, the founders of Love is the Metric, to hear how God radically changed their lives and birthed a ministry that meets people where they are: in the streets, in addiction, in homelessness, and in deep brokenness. They go to the darkest places to for the one. 

What started as obed...

If you have faith...why are you still afraid? 

It's a question that many Christians quietly wrestle with, but rarely say out loud. In this episode, we dive headfirst into the tension between fear, anxiety, and faith, asking the hard questions believers often feel guilty for even having. 

Does fear mean your faith is weak? 

Can fear and faith coexist in the same heart? 

What does the Bible actually say about anxiety? 

Through honest...

What happens when the spiritual practices you once trusted no longer satisfy? 

In this powerful testimony, Jessica Rooney shares her incredible journey from the New Age world of yoga, to a life fully surrendered to Jesus Christ. Formally known online as YogaMeetsTravel, Jessica built a platform centered on wellness, freedom, and inner peace. But behind the scenes, she was still searching. 

One encounter with a demonic force changed e...

Is K-Pop Demon Hunters just harmless entertainment, or is there more beneath the surface? 

In this episode, we take an honest, faith-based look at Netflix's K-Pop Demon Hunters movie... but through the lens of a Christian parent. With the rise of animated shows blending spiritual themes, supernatural elements, and pop culture, many parents are left asking the same question: 

Should I let my kids watch this? 

Watch as we break dow...

Luke shares his raw and powerful testimony of lifelong depression, a failed suicide attempt, and the moment God intervened and completely transformed his life. What the enemy meant for destruction, God used for redemption. 

In this episode, we talk honestly about mental health, despair, and the lies depression tells—while pointing to the hope, healing, and freedom found in Jesus Christ. Luke’s story is a reminder that even when life...