A Woman’s Heart with Lisa Granger

What if the empty nest season didn’t have to feel empty at all? Author and speaker Linda Hanstra joins me on A Woman’s Heart to share wisdom from her new book, Empty-Nest Joyride: Hope, Love and Purpose on the Road to Contentment. Using the metaphor of biking and parenting, Linda helps us see this stage of life as a chance to embrace joy, strengthen relationships, and step into God’s calling with fresh perspective. In this conversa...

What if one encounter with Jesus could change everything? In this solo episode of A Woman’s Heart, Lisa takes us through the powerful story of the Samaritan woman at the well (John 4). While many think of healing in terms of the physical—blind eyes opened, the lame walking, the dead raised—this encounter shows us that Jesus also brings emotional, relational, and spiritual healing.

Together, we’ll explore:

Who the Samaritan woman re...

Have you ever wondered where Holy Spirit fits into everyday life? Without Holy Spirit, we can miss out on the power, wisdom and peace that is available to us as believers. In this episode we welcome author and speaker Jenny Randle for a heartfelt conversation about Holy Spirit’s role in our everyday lives. Jenny shares the inspiration behind her latest book, The Promised Presence, and why she felt called to study and write about Ho...

Does the world seem rather chaotic these days? Have you faced a crisis that leaves you hanging on to your last thread of hope? Left unchecked, thoughts of hopelessness can spiral into despair, leaving us isolated, drained, and ready to give up. We may even start to believe the lie that our suffering has no purpose. In this Flashback Favorites conversation, I revisit my interview with Grace Fox, author of Finding Hope in Crisis. Gra...

Summer Reading Series with Tamera Alexander, A Millions little Choices. In this final episode of our Summer Reading Series this year, I’m joined by best-selling author Tamera Alexander for a heartfelt conversation about the choices that define us and relationships. We dive into the themes woven through her novel A Million Little Choices—friendships with women, the ups and downs of marriage, the power of forgiveness, and the ways Go...

In this Flashback Favorites episode of A Woman’s Heart, we revisit a conversation with author and speaker Shannon Popkin, centered on her book Comparison Girl: Lessons from Jesus on Me-Free Living in a Measure-Up World. If you’ve ever struggled with comparing yourself to others—whether it’s your appearance, success, spiritual life, or even your relationships—this episode will resonate deeply. Shannon shares how comparison quietly c...

In this Flashback Favorites episode, we revisit one of my favorite conversations with author and Bible teacher Erica Wiggenhorn, centered around her powerful book Letting God Be Enough: Why Striving Keeps You Stuck and How Surrender Sets You Free. We talk about the deep struggles so many of us face—fear, insecurity, imposter syndrome, and that constant feeling of not being enough. Erica draws wisdom from the life of Moses, who deal...

In this powerful Flashback Favorites episode of A Woman’s Heart, we revisit a conversation with author and speaker Robyn Dykstra, diving into the heart behind her devotional book Growing Your Faith. Robyn shares how her personal journey with God has deepened her trust, how storytelling unlocks healing and connection, and why it’s vital to speak out about what God has done. Robyn Dykstra is a dynamic speaker, author and coach. Being...

Summer Reading Series with Laura Frantz, The Indigo Heiress Have you ever felt like God has given you a gift—but you’re not sure how to use it, or if you're even the right person for the job? When we struggle with God it can feel like a wilderness season, but when we surrender, we can experience reward that only God can provide. We welcome beloved historical fiction author Laura Frantz to share her journey from private writer to pu...

Summer Reading Series with Lynette Eason, Serial Burn and Final Approach. Known for her gripping plots and faith-filled characters, Lynette Eason opens up about why she writes romantic suspense and how her stories are designed to do more than entertain—they equip readers to live out their faith in the middle of real-life challenges. We talk about what it means to live with purpose, the importance of pursuing the passion God has pl...

Summer Reading Series with Katie Reid, A Very Bavarian Summer. Communication challenges can create misunderstandings and distance in relationships. When communication breaks down, relationships suffer. Misunderstandings grow, frustrations build, and conflicts become harder to resolve. This is one of the things we talk about with Katie Reid and her latest book, A Very Bavarian Summer. We highlight the importance of open and honest c...

Summer Reading Series with Heather Kaufman, Before the King. Heather shares her powerful journey from aspiring writer to published author of biblical fiction, focusing on her newest novel about Joanna — a courageous, often-overlooked woman in Scripture. We dive deep into the unique tension Joanna experienced as both a supporter of Jesus and the wife of a high-ranking official in Herod Antipas’ court. Heather’s writing brings Joann...

Summer Reading Series with Irene Hannon, Sunrise Reef. If you ever wondered if you could trust God with your gifts and talents, you will not want to miss this conversation with award-winning author, Irene Hannon. We talk about her journey from corporate stability to full-time author and what it looks like to discern God’s direction, step out in faith, and trust that He will use the gifts He placed in you for a greater purpose. Ir...

Summer Reading Series with Deborah Raney and Who Touches the Mountains. Looking for some hope that there is healing and redemption after the storms of life? We welcome beloved author Deborah Raney to share the inspiration behind her latest novel, Who Touches the Mountains — a deeply moving story set in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains, a region that holds personal significance for her. This special book goes beyond storytelli...

Summer Reading Series with Lynn H. Blackburn, Break My Fall What if the winding path you're on isn't a detour—but divine direction? In this episode of our Summer Reading Series, we're joined by the incredible Lynn H. Blackburn to talk about how God truly uses everything—every season, every twist in our journey—for His purpose and glory. Lynn opens up about her own path to becoming a writer and how following God's call isn't always...

Summer Reading Series Kickoff: Jill Eileen Smith, Dawn of Grace What if your past didn’t define you—and Jesus met you right where you are, with love and purpose? If we get stuck in the past we cannot walk into our future. Bestselling author Jill Eileen Smith brings Mary Magdalene’s story to life in a way that reminds us: God can use every part of your story in her book Dawn of Grace. We dive into: 💬 Jill’s path to becoming a succe...

In this episode of A Woman’s Heart, we explore the story of the man at the Pool of Bethesda in John 5 and what it means to truly live a W.E.L.L. life—one that’s not just healed, but transformed. Jesus asked a question that echoes through time: “Do you want to be well?” But are we willing to do what it takes to say “yes”? We break it down with four powerful themes: • Willing to Change • Expect the Unexpected • Live Abundantly • Let ...

Ever feel like you are missing out on something? FOMO is real and can affect us in many ways. In this episode we welcome Hope Reagan Harris, author of Now Over Next: Conquering the Fear of Missing Out. Together, we explore the powerful message of discovering contentment in the now, rather than chasing the endless “next.” Hope shares her personal journey of learning to embrace what God has called her to do—and why that’s more than e...

Have you ever been disappointed by an unmet desire or longing? Rebecca George talks about her latest book, "You’re Not Too Late." Rebecca shares her personal story of waiting and longing, what led her to write the book, and the message she hopes will encourage every woman who feels like she’s behind or that her moment has passed. We get real about the universal experience of waiting—waiting for dreams to come true, for prayers to b...