Hey guys! I need to share with you something important and very sudden that I didn’t have planned before we get into today’s episode. You will understand this more as you listen to this episode with Jordan Raynor, but I’ve decided to make this

49: Refine & Restore - Revive Your Heart, Release Your Purpose

Oct 8th, 2019 7m 39s

Today is a special, special day for me because it is the day my book Refine & Restore: Revive Your Heart Release Your purpose officially releases into the world!You guys, this book is literally the message God put on my heart around 5 years ag

48: Sheridan Voysey - Discovering Who You Are When Life Takes a 180 Degree Turn

Sep 30th, 2019 31m 18s

In this episode, I have a deep discussion with Sheridan Voysey. Sheridan Voysey is a writer, speaker, and broadcaster. He is the author of seven books including The Making of Us: Who We Can Become When Life Doesn't Go to Plan, Resurrection Year

47: Stop Jumping Into Everything

Sep 17th, 2019 10m 21s

These days, it feels like there's pressure to jump into everything we see or are asked to pursue. But what if this is hurting you more than helping you?In this podcast episode, I want to identify 3 things that I've found that are negative effe

46: 5 Lies I'm Removing From My Vocabulary (and maybe you should, too!)

Sep 10th, 2019 17m 5s

Many of us have phrases that we are repeating in our heads over and over again that are not only healthy, but lies that we are believing in about ourselves. We don’t think much of this because it feels normal. But I want to encourage you today

45: Ruth Chou Simons - Beholding God in the Everyday and Becoming Who We Are Meant to Be

Sep 3rd, 2019 24m 55s

Have you ever sat down with someone and felt like they are an automatic friend? This is the kind of guest I’m bringing to you today on the podcast. Ruth Chou Simons, also known for her company Gracelaced, first started as a water color artist s

44: Welcome Back! Don't Feel Guilty For Wanting A Break...

Sep 1st, 2019 16m 12s

Welcome back to the R&R Podcast friends, I cannot believe that it’s been 1 full year since I launched this podcast and what an amazing year of growth it’s been for those of you who have been following along each episode. I hope and pray you’ve

43: Gretchen Saffles - Balancing Babies, A Growing Ministry, and Biblical Accuracy

Aug 23rd, 2019 34m 25s

We are wrapping up this interview blitz week with today’s guest Gretchen Saffles founder of the large ministry organization Well Watered Women. She’s also the creator of “Give Me Jesus” Journal. She is passionate about encouraging and equipping

42: Shari Rigby - The Intersection of Faith and Hollywood

Aug 22nd, 2019 19m 14s

My next guest for this weeks speaker blitz week is Shari Rigby. I met Shari recently in person and I can tell you she is the real deal you guys. She’s down to earth, has a deep heart for Jesus, and is always looking for ways to help others. Sha

41: Lindsay Teague Moreno - Cut the Guilt as a Working Mom and Making Money as a Christian

Aug 21st, 2019 26m 8s

Today I brought my guest Lindsay Teague Moreno onto the podcast. Lindsay is an author, podcaster, and business owner. In just two short years she built a seven-figure personal income, using only social media. Lindsay did this with three little

40: Mary DeMuth - Me Too...We Too.

Aug 20th, 2019 15m 59s

Today you’re going to listen to the conversation I had with Mary DeMuth. Mary DeMuth is an author, speaker and podcaster who is passionate about helping you live a re-storied life. A survivor of neglect and sexual abuse, Mary was gloriously res

39: Alli Worthington - Starting A Business, Following Jesus, and Radical Obedience.

Aug 19th, 2019 25m 58s

What is up my R&R friends! Welcome to my interview BLITZ week because I’ve had SOOOO many people request to do interviews, but didn’t have enough room in my schedule to include them all. SOOOO we are having a fun week where I’m going to be rele

38: Crystal Stine - Rest AND Hustle is Holy AND Doable

1 Jul 16th, 2019 23m 7s

I'm delighted to bring you Crystal Stine on my podcast today! Crystal is a true gem and knows the difficulties between hustling for Jesus and resting in His presence. Crystal's passion is encouraging, equipping and inspiring women of all ages t

37: Everyone Starts at Zero

Jul 9th, 2019 14m 29s

Happy Post Fourth of July! I hope you had a good one. Our plans were pretty low key as we are still getting used to the sun that never sets here in Idaho. Honestly, it’s so weird that at 10 pm there’s still light in the sky and we had to wait u

36: 3 Life-Changing Perspectives You Need to Adopt

Jul 1st, 2019 9m 29s

What if I told you that if you took on three simple but radical perspectives and started to truly BELIEVE in this way and view of thinking, it would become life-changing?In episode 36 of the Refine and Restore Podcast I want to challenge to co

35: Scheduling Less for 3 Things You Want More

Jun 25th, 2019 10m

We live in one of the busiest cultures in the world. Fast paced, cram packed lives typically define our days. But what if we are missing out on what we truly want more of? What if we need to schedule less to gain 3 things we want the most? It'

34: Michael and Morgan Leblanc - Sacrificing the American Dream to Reach the Unreached as Tribal Missionaries

Jun 17th, 2019 25m 32s

What would it be like preparing to go overseas for the next 20 years serving in the rural and dangerous parts of an island, learning a whole new language and eventually sharing with them the gospel message? Could you do this if God called you t

33: What Does the Bible Say About Healthy Ways to Resolve Conflict in Relationships?

Jun 10th, 2019 30m 7s

There are healthy ways to resolve conflict with others and then there are unhealthy ways. Often we get caught up in what the world says is best to resolve conflict, but is that really what's best?In today's podcast, Ep. 33, I'm excited to brin

32: The #1 Issue That Every Other Issue Stems From

Jun 4th, 2019 22m 59s

Welcome to the Refine and Restore Podcast with Rachel C. Swanson! In today's episode, I'm diving headlong into another topic of spiritual growth with my guest and husband, Jeff Swanson. Together, we tackle this idea that every struggle we have,

31: Helping Your Spouse Through Depression and Burnout

May 28th, 2019 27m 55s

We are going deep on this episode today (#31) and I say WE because for this episode (and the following two episodes) my husband Jeff Swanson joins me on the podcast!I’m excited to bring you some insight and wisdom we’ve learned together as a c

30: Erin Weidemann - Stop Pursuing Success and Pursue THIS Instead

May 20th, 2019 30m 42s

I have to start and say that my guest, Erin Weidemann is the real deal you guys. She is authentic and has her head on straight when it comes to a mindset of Kingdom impact rather than self-led rewards. Erin is the founder and CEO of Bible Bell

29: What They Don't Tell You About How To Become an Author

May 13th, 2019 14m 19s

It's Episode 29 in the Refine and Restore Podcast and today I'm revealing behind-the-scenes of what they don't tell you about how to become an author. I share the parts that make it worth it, but also the challenges I faced and the honest ques

28: Three Daily Disciplines to Revive Your Heart

May 6th, 2019 9m 31s

What if incorporating 3 daily, simple disciplines in 5 minutes or less could revive your heart and revitalize your life?It's Episode 28 in the Refine and Restore Podcast and in this short episode, I'm doing a mini-spiritual growth coaching ses

27: To My Strong-Willed Daughter

May 1st, 2019 19m 9s

Welcome back to the Refine and Restore Podcast with me--Rachel Swanson!!!Today's topic has been on my heart for a while. However, it finally felt relevant to share due to Mother's Day being just around the corner.Do you have a strong-willed

26: Josh and Christi Straub - Stop Stuffing Down Your Emotions and Start Facing Them

May 1st, 2019 34m 35s

Welcome back!!!It's the kick-off of Season 3 of the Refine and Restore Podcast and what an honor it's been to show up in this digital space with you as we discuss relevant topics about faith, family, relationships, personal and spiritual gro