Your Encouraging 5 Minute Podcast

The wounds left by people who claim to speak for God can be devastating. When Christians use hurtful words or judgment instead of love, it doesn't just create personal pain – it can distort your entire understanding of who Jesus truly is.

This episode tackles that raw, often unspoken experience head-on. We examine how Jesus himself actually treated people who were hurting, doubting, or living messy lives. Unlike many ...

Financial anxiety is real, but your security doesn't come from a paycheck.

God sees you in your financial struggles and hasn't forgotten you!

Jake's story of an unexpected job loss and facing mounting bills shares how God provided for him through unexpected means - a neighbor delivering groceries, repaid loans, and a surprising job opportunity.

Philippians 4:19 promises God will meet ALL your needs, and Jesus ...

Have you ever felt like you've forgotten what real joy feels like? When the cold seasons of life stretch on, it can leave your soul feeling like an endless winter!

The world constantly tells us that joy depends on circumstances—success, comfort, and everything going our way. But there’s a deeper truth: authentic joy isn't determined by what's happening around us but by who lives within us. Jesus promised, "I&apos...

Grief hits every single one of us. The overwhelming weight of loss, shattered dreams, or life's disappointments. In this intimate five-minute conversation, we explore how hope often intersects with our deepest sorrows.

What makes our faith unique in times of grief is that Jesus doesn't stand at a distance watching us squirm and struggle. 

Despite knowing He would soon perform a miracle, Jesus wept at the death of ...

Do you feel like you're drowning under the pressure to have it all? That relentless pursuit of society's definition of success – the thriving career, picture-perfect family, passionate marriage, all while maintaining a flawless appearance – can leave us feeling like we're failing at everything.

Sometimes what we feel to be our biggest failure – that moment when people discover we’re not perfect – can become the turnin...

Your world can shatter in an instant. Sarah knew this all too well when her father died unexpectedly, her marriage began falling apart, and she lost her job—all within a few months. Sitting in her car as rain poured down around her, she prayed through tears: "God, where are you? Do you even see me down here?"

What happened next wasn't a dramatic miracle with heavenly spotlights. Instead, an unexplainable pea...

If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone.

We're here to remind you that everything is going to be okay.

Don't just take our word for it. We find that reassurance in the promises in God's word. 

God is working behind the scenes and He speaks to us in myriad ways. Whether it's through scripture, uplifting music, or words from friends, His presence can always be felt. 

We'll also encourage you to ...

Hugs play a profound part in reflecting God's love. 

A simple embrace can become a source of healing, comfort, and spiritual connection for both the giver and the receiver!

Hugs can help us understand the concept of God's love in our daily lives – and there’s some science about how hugs help us emotionally, and how hugs are a physical manifestation of support and encouragement for someone who needs it!

If this episode encour...

Feeling overwhelmed by the relentless demands of life? Eric & Heather want to remind you that you were never meant to carry it all alone. 

This episode is a heartfelt nudge toward finding peace in the chaos by letting go and trusting that God is at work!

Join us for a five-minute journey of encouragement and, inspired by the comforting words of Matthew 11:28, we explore the liberating act of laying down your burdens. 

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After facing what felt like an insurmountable wave of life’s challenges, Sarah found herself in a moment of sheer vulnerability, whispering words she thought she’d never say: "God, I cannot do this anymore." This episode of the You're Encouraging 5-Minute Podcast with Eric and Heather unravels Sarah’s poignant journey from despair to hope, spurred on by an unexpected message through a song. We explore the transformat...