Unexpected with Hannah Love

Unexpected with Hannah Love

Have you ever spent much time thinking about the events that led you to where you are? Have you ever noticed that some of the most unexpected moments are very ones that God used in the biggest ways? Not only did I notice this theme in my own life but I also saw it all over the Bible. From Moses and Gideon, to David and Esther and Nehemiah, God seemed to call the most unqualified people to do the most unexpected things. As you listen to stories, I hope you gain a new perspective of how God loves us enough to call us to the things we couldn't have imagine for ourselves. This is Unexpected.

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June 2, 2026 65 mins

In today's episode of Unexpected with Hannah Love, Shay and I sit down with our dear friends Rebecca St. James and Cubbie Fink for a conversation about marriage, family, faith, identity, and finding contentment in every season.


Together, we talk about trusting God's timing, walking through difficult seasons, building a Christ-centered marriage, raising children with purpose, and learning that true contentment isn't f...

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This episode is extra special — we’re sitting down with family for the start of a new Couples Series, and it’s one of the most honest, life-giving conversations we’ve had.

We talk about marriage, communication, prayer, and what it really looks like to build a family rooted in faith — not perfectly, but intentionally.

In this episode, we cover:

  • What prayer actually looks like in marriage (and why it can feel hard)
  • Learning how to co...
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In this second part of my conversation with Dr. Laura Sanger, we go deeper… into truth, into awareness, and into the authority we have in Christ.

This is one of those conversations that may stretch you a little—but my prayer is that it also strengthens you.

We talk about the reality of spiritual warfare, the importance of understanding what we’re up against, and how we can stand firm without fear… because we already have victory in J...

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Laura Sanger, and wow… this conversation is one I’ve been praying over for a while. We dive into her testimony, the power of prayer, and what it truly looks like to walk in the power of the Holy Spirit in our everyday lives.

This episode is a reminder that God is still moving, still healing, and still inviting us into deeper relationship with Him.

In this episode, we talk about:

  • Dr. Laura’...
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February 9, 2026 12 mins

The new year is already here, and let’s be honest—many of us are stepping into it feeling behind, uncertain, or even overwhelmed. But what if we paused the pressure of goals and resolutions… and simply asked God what He wants for us?


In this episode, I’m sharing what I felt the Holy Spirit speak over this new year—and how we can all invite His voice into our plans and paths for 2026.


There’s a hunger in the world right now. A...

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This episode holds a piece of my heart.


It’s the story of Mrs. Margaret — a quiet, faithful neighbor who walked our street daily and became a friend I grew to love deeply. In her final days, God allowed me the gift of being present with her… and the honor of sharing the love of Jesus in one of the most holy, tender moments I’ve ever experienced.


In today’s episode, I share:

• The importance of creating margin to see others

• Ho...

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December 1, 2025 39 mins

This one was fun, y’all. Shay and I sat down over coffee and caught up on everything from our Facebook Marketplace finds to raising kids with grit and grace. We talked about parenting, marriage, farm life, and a few of our wildest antique “treasures.” (TicToc and OnlyGrans may or may not be our next big ideas…)


There’s a lot of laughter in this one—but also some sweet reminders of the joy in everyday life and the kind of legacy ...

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November 24, 2025 55 mins

This episode was such a sweet one. I sat down with my friend and producer, Joe Cline—someone who knows me well behind the mic—and we had a real, unscripted conversation about seasons, stillness, and how we hear from God.


Joe shares his experience of pressing pause on his own podcast to make space for deeper listening and obedience. Together, we explore what it means to sense transition, to recognize the Holy Spirit’s voice, and ...

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November 17, 2025 90 mins

Today I’m sitting down with my dear friend Beth Barcus, someone who has walked with me for nearly a decade and played a huge role in the birth of this very podcast. Beth is a “porter” with Porter’s Call—an organization dedicated not just to counseling artists, but to truly walking with them in a relational, life-on-life way.


In this conversation, Beth shares the story behind Porter’s Call, the meaning of a “porter,” and how this...

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Y’all… I’m so excited about today’s guest! I’m joined by the one and only Jo Dee Messina, whose music was the soundtrack to so many of our lives — and now, her testimony is just as powerful.


Jo Dee shares openly about her journey from the height of country music success to a deeply personal encounter with Jesus. We talk about identity, healing, surrender, and how God will meet you in even the most broken places — because He’s al...

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October 27, 2025 16 mins

“The deepest thing is having a life partner.”


In this episode, Shay and I sat down for something a little different — a rapid fire Q&A (that turned into a heartfelt conversation, of course).


We talk about the funny, the messy, and the meaningful — from who takes longer to get ready, to what marriage has really taught us about love, faith, and vulnerability.


In this episode, you’ll hear us talk about:

• Our love story (a...

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October 13, 2025 65 mins

“I didn’t find God. He found me.”That simple, beautiful truth was the moment everything changed for Ben Fuller.


In this episode, I sit down with Ben to walk through pain, addiction, music, and what it looks like when Jesus meets you in the mess.


In this conversation we talk about:

• Growing up on a dairy farm in Vermont

• Struggles with drugs, alcohol & loss

• The pivotal moment of surrender

• How faith reshaped his identity ...

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September 29, 2025 55 mins

Friends, this episode is such a special one for me—I get to sit down with my husband, Shay Mooney, and share some of the most unexpected moments that have shaped our lives.


We talk about:

• The power of words spoken over us and how they shape identity (Proverbs 18:21)

• Pivotal life decisions that seemed small at the time but changed everything

• The importance of speaking life over our children, our marriage, and our community

• Findin...

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September 15, 2025 59 mins

Welcome back, friends! Season 2 is here, and I couldn’t be more excited to start it off with a conversation that is so close to my heart—family culture.


In this episode, I sit down with my sister, Erica Bankston, to talk about how we each began shaping the culture of our homes—long before kids came along. We share real stories from marriage, raising little ones, and finding unity even when our backgrounds were very different.


We cove...

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Welcome back to Unexpected with Hannah Love!Today I’m joined by my sweet friend, Meshali Mitchell — photographer, author, and powerful voice for healing and restoration.💛 Meshali shares her personal journey through brokenness, how pain demanded to be felt in her life, and how God began a slow, beautiful restoration work — not just in her home, but in her heart. We talk about the importance of surrender, confronting the tapes playi...

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We’re back for part two of the postpartum conversation, because let’s be honest—there’s a lot to unpack. In this episode, I dive even deeper into the emotional and physical shifts that come after having a baby, the things that caught me off guard, and what’s helped me the most in this season.


From the highs to the really tough moments, I want this to be a space where we can talk openly and honestly about postpartum—the parts we ...

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I’m getting real about postpartum — the beautiful, messy, and often overwhelming side of new motherhood. I’ll share my own experience, from the emotional rollercoaster to the physical recovery (hello, C-section life) and what it was really like navigating life as now a mom of 4!I know firsthand how isolating postpartum can feel, and my hope is that by opening up, you’ll feel a little less alone and a lot more understood. We’ll talk...

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Among the most defining artists in Christian music history, GRAMMY®-winning singer/songwriter, best-selling author, speaker and actress Rebecca St. James catapulted into the global spotlight following the release of her self-titled Forefront Records debut in 1994. The Australian native’s modern pop sensibilities and uncompromising lyrics set a benchmark in Christian music, leading a new generation of artistry in the genre. St. Jame...

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Finally got the chance to sit down and answer some of the questions you left for us!

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Rachel Cruze is a two-time #1 national bestselling author, financial expert, host of The Rachel Cruze Show and co-host of Smart Money Happy Hour. Since 2010, Rachel has served at Ramsey Solutions, where she teaches people how to avoid debt, budget and win with money at any stage in life. She's an energetic and thought-provoking speaker and has been speaking to audiences as large as 10,000 since the age of 15 when she began making a...

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