Let Me Ask You This – Details, episodes & analysis

This week on the Let Me Ask You This Podcast, I sit down with my new precious friend, ⁠Kara Stout⁠. Kara released her book, An Untroubled Heart, this past April and it's a beautiful book of prayers coupled with pieces of her story that speaks to believer wrestling with anxiety. I loved this conversation for so many reasons but what stands out the most is the beautiful way Kara shares her story and then invites listeners to pray scripture over their lives.

Together we explore the rhythms that keep anxiety from narrating her story, and how she discerns the difference between a life that’s full and one that’s fraying. We talk about the fear of surrender, and how Scripture became her steady place in anxious moments. For the listener who feels shame for being anxious—even while deeply loving Jesus—Kara offers grace, wisdom, and a gentle reminder: peace isn’t the absence of trouble, it’s the presence of a Person.

Be sure to grab her book ⁠An Untroubled Heart here!

This week on the Let Me Ask You This Podcast, I sit down with my new precious friend, Kara Stout. Kara released her book, An Untroubled Heart, this past April and it's a beautiful book of prayers coupled with pieces of her story that speaks to believer wrestling with anxiety. I loved this conversation for so many reasons but what stands out the most is the beautiful way Kara shares her story and then invites listeners to pray scripture over their lives.

Together we explore the rhythms that keep anxiety from narrating her story, and how she discerns the difference between a life that’s full and one that’s fraying. We talk about the fear of surrender, and how Scripture became her steady place in anxious moments. For the listener who feels shame for being anxious—even while deeply loving Jesus—Kara offers grace, wisdom, and a gentle reminder: peace isn’t the absence of trouble, it’s the presence of a Person.

Be sure to grab her book An Untroubled Heart here!

What happens when the Word of God moves from something we study to something we savor?

Today on the Let Me Ask You This podcast, we’re joined by my scripture-loving, truth-speaking, fiercely faithful friend, Mikella Van Dyke—author of Chasing Sacred and founder of the women’s discipleship ministry by the same name. Mikella is someone who doesn’t just read the Bible, she runsssss toward it. And in a world of half-truths and spiritual apathy, its beautifully refreshing.

In this episode, Mikella breaks open the beauty of engaging with Scripture, walking us through how to anchor our emotions in truth, how to study the Bible when we’re tired or distracted, and why discipleship is not just for the few, but for you.

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend, Liz Mannchen—someone I inherited through the miracle of adoption. Together, we’ve walked roads paved with joy, heartbreak, and a whole lot of holy surrender.

We talk about what it’s like to say yes to adoption again and again... even after doors close. We talk about the ache of failed placements, the courage it takes to keep hoping, and what surrender really looks like when your heart is set on becoming a mother.

If you’ve ever wrestled with the tension between calling and timing or if you’re holding a dream that feels just out of reach—this one’s for you.

Be sure to check out all the beautiful things Liz and her husband Uli are creating through Live As Lions and follow along as they keep building something sacred out of surrender.

In this heartfelt and honest conversation, I sit down with my friend Eniola Abioye—a missionary with Circuit Riders, a worshipper, a spiritual big sister to so many, and a woman deeply acquainted with the voice of God. Eniola’s life radiates contagious joy and deep obedience, and in this episode, she brings both to the table as we unpack something we all wrestle with at some point: insecurity.

What do we do as disciples of Jesus when insecurity creeps in? When our minds feel clouded with doubt, and our hearts start to shrink back from the call of God on our lives? Eniola offers not only wisdom, but presence—reminding us that the antidote to insecurity is not just confidence, but intimacy with the One who called us in the first place.

This episode is for the one who knows the assignment but feels a little shaky in the doing of it. For the one who loves Jesus but still sometimes wonders, “Am I enough?” And for the one who needs a friend to speak courage back into the bones.

I’m so grateful for Eniola’s voice, her life, and the stories she shares here. You will be, too.

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In today’s tender and truth-filled episode, I’m joined by trauma-informed counselor and debut author, Tabitha Panariso, as we gently unpack a topic so many of us carry quietly: rejection.

Tabitha’s new book, Loyal in His Love, is a sacred companion for those navigating the ache of feeling left behind, misunderstood, or unseen—especially in the context of friendship. Together, we explore the unique sting of friendship breakups and why those relational wounds often cut deeper than we expect.

With grace, wisdom, and a lived understanding of heartache, Tabitha invites us to consider: What does God’s loyalty look like when others walk away? How do we heal when friendships don’t end the way we hoped? And what does it mean to remain soft-hearted in a world that often hardens us?

Whether you’ve felt ghosted, grieved a shifting friendship, or are still healing from something unspoken and unresolved—this episode is for you. Tabitha’s words will meet you like a warm blanket, a deep breath, and a reminder: you’re not alone.

I loved this conversation—and I know you will too!

In this deeply personal episode, Ebie shares the exciting news of her first book deal—a sacred unfolding that has been a genuine gift. But more than just an announcement, this conversation with Zac pulls back the curtain on the journey to get here. Ebie reflects on how Zac’s quiet, steady obedience created the space for her own, and how behind every “yes” is often a thousand unseen sacrifices.

As Holy Week unfolds, we look to the life of Jesus—not just His resurrection, but the road He walked there. A life marked by obedience, even when it included suffering. Even when the outcome was unknown. Even when the crowd turned quiet.

We talk about what it means to live a faith that is beautifully countercultural. To be the kind of people who don’t just talk about Jesus, but host Him—who create space in our homes, our dreams, and our plans to say, “You’re welcome here. Have it all.”

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On this episode of Let Me Ask You This, we sit down with Deangelo Moss, founder of Freed by Truth—a powerful ministry dedicated to walking alongside believers battling sexual addiction. With honesty and deep compassion, Deangelo shares pieces of his own journey, offering hope to anyone who has ever felt stuck in shame or silence.

He reminds us that this is a conversation that’s far easier to avoid—but far too important to ignore. In a culture where sexual addiction is increasingly common, Deangelo’s voice breaks through the noise with truth, grace, and a roadmap to freedom. As he puts it, his “mess became his message,” and now he’s helping others find the same healing he’s experienced.

Whether you personally struggle or know someone who does, this episode is a lifeline. Freedom is possible—and it doesn’t have to be walked alone.

Please note: Addiction is deeply nuanced and personal. What Deangelo shares is his experience and testimony—it may not reflect every story or every healing path. We acknowledge that the journey toward freedom can look different for everyone. But we hold tightly to this truth: you were crafted to walk in a life of wholeness.

In this episode of Let Me Ask You This, we sit down with one of the world’s seven master penmen, Jake Weidmann, to dive deep into the heart behind his debut book, Old Soul, New Creation. With poetic reverence and wisdom beyond his years, Jake shares what it means to be an artist shaped by the Spirit yet moved by tradition.

From the ancient rhythms of craftsmanship to the spiritual threads woven through his creative process, Jake invites us into a space where art, faith, and legacy meet. We talk about what it means to create from a place of conviction and how honoring the old can give birth to something profoundly new.

Jake and his lovely wife Hannah are not only the co-hosts of the new podcast Made to Last, but also the visionaries behind Everyday Heirloom—a brand devoted to curating pieces that are meaningful, beautiful, and built to last. Together, they are cultivating a life of artistry, intentionality, and eternal perspective.

To listen to Hannah's episode from last season, click here!

Be sure to preorder Jake's new book here!

This family is so special to me and I know after you listen to their hearts you will see why!

In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Allina Kay—an American missionary whose “yes” to Ukraine has stirred something deep in me for years.

Together, we unpack what it looks like to follow Jesus into a war-torn nation, and the sacred tension of saying yes to one dream while holding space for the ones that haven’t come to pass. We talk about the cost of calling, the ache of surrender, the nuance of dating as a single missionary overseas, and the beauty that can be found even in the middle of broken places.

Allina's life is a testimony to faithfulness in the unseen and courage in the unknown. Whether you’re navigating transition, holding hope for what hasn’t come yet, or wondering if your small yes matters—this conversation is for you.