While refinishing furniture in my studio (aka garage), I spend a lot of time enjoying various podcasts. It is my absolute favorite way to make monotonous tasks much more enjoyable while growing in my faith. Here’s a list of my best Christian podcasts including the best Christian podcasts for moms in 2019!
As you may have noticed, podcasts have seen an enormous surge in popularity lately, although they have been around for over 10 years. Audio books and similar listening devices have been around even longer. So, why the ongoing growth of podcasts?
In the past, the internet has historically been limited to screens but podcasts give the audience a break from scrolling through visual media. Podcasts provide listeners with a less exhaustive and time-consuming alternative to phones, tablets and desktops. Instead, they gives individuals an audible media option wrapped in conversational style, much like sitting down for coffee with an old friend.
But what if you don’t have time for podcasts?
Podcasts don’t require an additional drain on their audience’s time. In fact, they add value to tasks the reader already finds mundane. For example, I love listening to podcasts as put on my make-up, do dishes and go on long car rides.
With over 300,000 podcasts to choose from, finding the ‘best’ Christian podcasts for women is an insurmountable task. However, these 12 have made an impact in my life personally.
Jen Wilkin, Emily P. Freeman & Christine Hoover
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My Criteria for the Best Christian Podcasts for Women 2019
Here are some considerations I made when picking these podcasts –
1) How do they handle God’s Word? Is their doctrine Biblically sound?
2) Do these Biblical insights drive towards application informing women how to love God and others more?
3) Are they kind, gentle and authentic in how they encourage others who are struggling? Is the host the kind of person who you’d invite over when you have no make up, messy hair and are still in your pj’s? She won’t judge you because she too has no makeup, messy hair and is still in her pj’s. Ok, maybe that’s a stretch, but you get the idea!
You’ll notice my list includes different styles of podcasts, some more light-hearted and some focus on verse-by-verse study of Scripture. Although they are wrapped differently, each podcast will gift you with the amazing potential to grow you in your faith while having fun in the process.
The Best Christian Podcasts for Women 2019
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My Top Three
The Next Right Thing Podcast by Emily P. Freeman
Picture yourself on a yellow park bench in front of a duck pond with your best friend / spiritual mentor. You feel the warm sunlight among a gentle breeze when you suddenly realize you forgot your cell phone at home. But, who cares?! You are so wrapped up in meaningful conversation, you are glad you left it behind! This is how I feel listening to Emily P. Freeman’s podcast, The Next Right Thing Podcast. Her podcast’s tagline is “making room for your soul to breath”. She so eloquently invites you to find room in your heart, mind and schedule for the Lord. Every one of her podcasts (and I’ve listened to them all) is Biblically sound, while making application tangible in today’s world.
Emily has written several books including Simply Tuesday, A Million Little Ways and Grace for the Good Girl. One thing her books don’t communicate is Emily’s storytelling ability, which is perfectly captured in The Next Right Thing. Her focus is on simplicity and being still before the Lord. Down to earth and authentic, Emily P. Freeman has a knack of speaking to the things I struggle with most. Each episode offers a short reflection, a simple action, and a benediction to help you create a little more space for your soul to breathe so you can discern your next right thing. You can subscribe to The Next Right Thing podcast HERE and be sure to check out her blog at emilypfreeman.com. CLICK HERE FOR BOOKS BY EMILY P. FREEMAN
Jen Wilkin – The Flower Mound Women’s Bible Study Podcast and The Knowing Faith Podcast
Jen Wilkin makes God’s Word comes to life as she teaches Scripture verse-by-verse. She has a passion for helping women to love God’s Word with their minds, as well as their hearts. She has an uncanny ability to examine the truth of Scripture and help women to apply it to every facet of their lives so they can grow in spiritual maturity. I love that Jen is an advocate of teaching women to study the Bible for themselves. She guides you step-by-step and listeners are encouraged to download the lessons and go through them alongside her audio study. This is how you will truly get the most out of her podcast! Jen Wilkin’s gift for teaching God’s Word is compelling, enlightening and encouraging. She has helped me to be more excited and equipped to study the Bible.
You can listen to Jen’s teachings on her Flower Mound Podcast where you will find her studies of Hebrews, Joshua, 1 John and several other books. Within her episode library are some of the best podcasts for Christian marriage and parenting. You can also find her study on Matthew – Part 1 and Matthew – Part 2 HERE. Last but not least, Jen Wilkin is cohosting a podcast entitled Knowing Faith along with JT English and Kyle Worley, who are also with The Village Church. This podcast explores how our faith is founded on Scripture to help the church understand where our faith is rooted. The Knowing Faith podcast has increased my appreciation for His Word and the fact that He has allowed us to be part of His narrative. You can find Jen’s blog at jenwilkin.net and I highly encourage you to check out her books Women of the Word, None Like Him and In His Image. CLICK HERE FOR BOOKS BY JEN WILKIN
By Faith Podcast by Christine Hoover
This new interview-style podcast by Christine Hoover is one to have on your radar! After listening to her very first episode, I was amazed at how much theological (but practical!) wisdom could be contained in 30 minutes. Christine is the author of several books including From Good To Grace, Messy Beautiful Friendship and her new book Searching for Spring. In the By Faith Podcast, Christine asks big picture questions of her guests to help us see through the fog of life’s difficult, but redemptive circumstances. Her last three podcasts have been on the topics of Inconsolable Things (my fav so far), Singleness and Infidelity. Whether you are looking for podcasts for Christian singles or wives, you can’t go wrong with By Faith!
I know Christine in real life as she was my college minister’s wife when I was a student at Texas A&M. She would listen to me drone on about my roommate issues while she gave biblical advice in an encouraging way. And that’s exactly what she does in her podcast as she helps you to walk forward in your faith, although it can be difficult and confusing at times. She’s ‘the real deal’ and I hope you are encouraged by her heart as much as I am. Christine can also be found on her blog at www.gracecoversme.com and you can order her newly released book Searching for Spring HERE! You can subscribe to her podcast By Faith HERE. CLICK HERE FOR BOOKS BY CHRISTINE HOOVER
Best Christian Podcasts for Moms 2019:
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The God Centered Mom Podcast by provides weary moms with a relatable voice, admitting no mom is perfect, but we are each just ‘in process’. Each week, moms tune into the God Centered Mom podcast eager to gain encouragement and perspective in their various parenting journeys. Heather MacFadyen’s guests include mothering mentors, award-winning authors, and parenting experts. Included are sponsors who offer products and services, equipping moms with resources to become more God-centered in their daily lives. She even has a signup on her blog for Podcast Clubs (like a book club but with a podcasts). Moms all over the country come together once a week to enjoy adult conversation over that week’s podcast. Heather at the God Centered Mom Podcast encourages moms to know God more and pursue Him everyday. You can subscribe to this Christian podcast for moms HERE and also find Heather at her blog godcenteredmom.com.
The Risen Motherhood Podcast
Emily Jenson and Laura Wifler both co-host the Risen Motherhood Podcast. This is one of the best podcasts for Christian moms because they recognize that there is a burden all mothers share and only one source of relief. “We go everywhere except the one place that not only lifts our burdens, but replaces them with giant helium balloons.” Emily and Laura give moms what they need most – the refreshing truth of the Gospel repeated over and over – giving us hope in the everyday moments. The Risen Motherhood podcast is only 20 minutes, keeping it accessible for the busy schedules of moms. They offer a fresh, thoughtful and real perspective for moms in the day to day trenches of raising young children. Their low-key casual conversations are packed with great reminders and biblical truths. You can subscribe to this fabulous Christian podcast for moms HERE (Risen Motherhood, Itunes) and check out their blog at www.risenmotherhood.com.
Best Interview-Style Podcasts, 2019
That Sounds Fun Podcast by Annie Downs
Less like a podcast and more like coffee with friends, Annie’s podcast, The That Sounds Fun Podcast, features her favorite things and favorite people. On any given podcast, you can expect to hear about new books, faith conversations, restaurants, travel stories, musicians, and any of Annie’s friends she can wrangle around a microphone. Pretty much, if it sounds fun to Annie, she wants you to hear about it! You’ll love hearing from guests like Christy Nockels, Steven Curtis Chapman, Ann Voskamp and even Sadie Robertson. Annie has a special way of drawing you in and her sweet southern charm will get you hooked from the very start! She makes it very apparent that she loves Jesus and laughing with others. If you are looking for funny Christian podcasts, you don’t want to miss the That Sounds Fun podcast HERE and visit Annie at her blog www.anniefdowns.com. CLICK HERE FOR BOOKS BY ANNIE DOWNS
The Finding Joy Podcast by Lauren Gaskill
The Finding Joy Podcast displays Lauren Gaskill’s beautiful heart and passion for helping women to find joy in the midst of life’s circumstances. I love seeing who Lauren will interview next and what topic they will discuss. Her topics are diverse but always applicable to my life. In every episode, her speakers provide wonderful inspiration while helping you to feel like you are not alone in your struggles. Lauren does an incredible job keeping the keeping the conversation relaxed but also engaging. Lauren’s podcast Finding Joy will give you the wisdom, discernment and encouragement through all of life’s circumstances. Some of her podcast topics include People Pleasing, Finding Rest and Battling Chronic Illness. You can subscribe to The Finding Joy Podcast HERE and check out Lauren’s blog at www.laurengaskillinspires.com. CLICK HERE TO SEE BOOKS BY LAUREN GASKILL
The Happy Hour Podcast by Jamie Ivey
In The Happy Hour podcast, Jamie Ivey uses her superb interviewing skills to ask Christian women about how God has worked in the ups and downs of life’s circumstances. Jamie’s conversational style is easy to listen to but she also gets to the heart of the matter, much like a candid conversation with your best girlfriends. These conversations will make you laugh and cry all in one. I recently attended a women’s event with my church where Jamie was the main speaker. Jamie uses her personal story of the Lord’s redemption to connect with women and encourage them as they journey through life. Jamie’s The Happy Hour podcast for Christian wives and singles can be found HERE and also read her blog at jameyivey.com. You can also find Jamie’s book If You Only Knew HERE. CLICK HERE TO SEE BOOKS BY JAMEY IVY
Best Christian Podcast on Prayer 2019
The 5 Word Prayers Podcast by Lisa Whittle
Do you find yourself repeating the same prayers over and over? Does a thriving prayer life seem out of reach? Lisa Whittle shows us in her podcast, 5 Word Prayers Podcast, that our prayers are not about the word count but the heart’s intent. Maybe all you need to open up to God are 5 little words… Lisa’s 5 Word Prayers Podcast is unique in that she has a 5 minute episode for every weekday where she provides you with a five-word prayer and a corresponding Bible verse. She also includes reminders to encourage continued conversations with God. Lisa’s podcasts have a simple format, but depth of content. I love that each podcast is a digestible portion, giving me time for spiritual focus and prayerful application. Check out her podcast to discover a new joy in your communication with God! Subscribe to The 5 Word Prayers Podcast HERE and visit her blog at lisawhittle.com. You can also check out her book 5 Word Prayers HERE. CLICK HERE TO SEE BOOKS BY LISA WHITTLE
Best Christian Podcasts for Digging Deeper in God’s Word
Help Me Teach The Bible Podcast by Nancy Guthrie
Nancy Guthrie talks to some of the best teachers and preachers of our day in her podcast Help Me Teach The Bible. Her goal is to equip all kinds of Bible teachers to creatively teach through specific books of the Bible. However, you don’t have to be a teacher to thoroughly enjoy this podcast! Nancy and her guests explain whole books (ie. Isaiah, Revelation, Mark) and major themes (ie. suffering, teaching, Joseph story) which give a better understanding of the Bible in detail but also from a bird’s eye view of Scripture. Nancy has so enriched my study time and has strengthened my desire to study God’s Word as I can better see the thread that runs through Christ’s redemptive story. She has a charming personality and she “translates” observations from leading pastors and scholars making it the most practical podcast I’ve listened to. Subscribe to Help Me Teach The Bible HERE. Nancy has written several books and Bible studies you can find HERE including The One Year Praying Through The Bible For Your Kids. CLICK HERE TO SEE BOOKS BY NANCY GUTHRIE
The Journeywomen Podcast by Hunter Beless
Hunter Beless adds insight and humor as she hosts the Journeywomen podcast. She states that life’s a journey we were never meant to walk alone. That’s why the podcast is called Journeywomen, because Hunter is called to help women seek to glorify God in each step of their individual journey with Him.
The Journeywomen podcasts feature various Christian leaders that help us to navigate seasons of life. I feel like this podcast isn’t afraid to ask the hard questions and get to the root of what women struggle with while seeking to answer those struggles with theologically aligned answers. In other words, it’s thebomb.com! Some of my favorite episodes include Shame with Abbey Wedgeworth and also Contentment with Stacy Reoach. You can subscribe to the Journeywomen podcast by going HERE.
Best Weight Loss Podcast 2019
Tasting Truth by Barb Raveling
Ever feel like you’re all alone in your weight loss struggle? If you struggle with losing weight and keeping it off, then Barb Raveling’s Taste for Truth Podcast will provide you with support to find satisfaction in God, not food. I love that she interviews people in the heart of the struggle and encourages them in ways to grow closer to victory. Other interviews feature guests who have had success maintaining their weight loss and they offer tips and encouragement. The “Renewing the Mind” interviews include content from her fabulous books “I Deserve A Donut” and “The Renewing The Mind Project“. Barb Raveling is the go-to expert in the area of breaking free from food addiction and her podcast is an incredible source of accountability and hope. Subscribe to her podcast HERE and you can check our her blog at barbraveling.com. CLICK HERE TO SEE BOOKS BY BARB RAVELING
Best Christian Podcast for Working Moms
The Jennifer Allwood Show
If you work outside the home or have a business of your own, you don’t want to miss this podcast! The Jennifer Allwood Show focuses on helping creative entrepreneurs to be successful which is why it’s the best podcast for working moms. After starting a successful furniture painting business, she realized her true passion: “encouraging women to walk in their God-given talents and live out God’s calling for their lives. I love how walks out Matthew 6:33 – “Seek FIRST the kingdom of God and all other things will be added to you” by helping women to conquer their fears and follow God’s plans for them – in business and in life. I think often times women feel guilty about working but she is a great resource as she helps women work from home while raising kids. One of her episodes is even entitled, “Success at work without success at home is NOT success at all.” Jennifer wrote a fabulous devotional for Christian Creatives that I am going through right now entitled Covering Your Business In Prayer. You can find Jennifer’s podcast HERE and visit her blog at themagicbrushinc.com. CLICK HERE TO SEE BOOKS BY JENNIFER ALLWOOD
Don’t Forget To Share The Love!
I’m so thankful for each one of these ladies and their faithfulness to share the truth of God’s Word. If you like any of these podcasts, don’t forget to leave them a review on iTunes. Reviews help them to continue to spread Christ’s message of hope!
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My absolute favorite podcast is “She Proves Faithful” – Lauren Hlushak. She is hilarious and she speaks the truth. She is a Christian, a wife, a mama, and a survivor. I just love her and her show!!!
Yes! I LOVE her and her teaching!
I also love Emily P. Freeman, and look forward to checking out the rest of them! Another I just adore is Grit ‘n’ Grace Girls with Amy Carroll and Cheri Gregory. Very fun!
Love Emily P. Freeman. I too listen to podcasts while washing dishes or making dinner. Car rides are also a good time for me. Annie Downs is great too. I’m looking forward to checking out the others on your list. I’d also add The Lazy Genius podcast 🙂
Thanks!
Cory-Lynn
Heart of the Author with Vickie Petz Henderson and Jasa Baab.
They discuss Christian books they have read. They are interesting, funny and encouraging.
Definitely Sally Clarkson’s “At Home With Sally and Friends”.
Thank you for the new options and for the way they have been separated. It makes it easy to know what I want to try next.
Thank you for this awesome compilation of podcasts! I’ve been looking some podcasts to listen to, and now i’m looking forward to checking these out 🙂
I just downloaded some of these because I listen to podcasts as I go for walks daily. One of my very favorites is “Sacred in the Mundane” with Christie Nockels. She loves God so much! It is so apparent! Loves his word and loves others, expressing her heart so eloquently, it often encapsulates my thoughts and feelings as well, and touches me deeply. Love it!
Thank you so much Joyce. I can’t wait to check out Christie’s podcast! Thanks for sharing!
So helpful!
Thanks for putting this together.
I have only recently started exploring the world of Podcasts.
You are very welcome. There are SO many good podcasts out there. They make mundane tasks like cleaning so much better! Thanks for stopping by!
These look great! I was looking for some good podcasts, so I just downloaded the first few episodes of The Next Right Thing and Sounds Like Fun for an upcoming long drive. I was wondering – what podcasts do you recommend by Christian women of color? I’m trying to diversify the input in my life, and I notice that I often only listen/read things from people who look like me. I don’t like that, so I’m trying to find more options.