Saved And Strong Podcast

Held in the Dark with Jennifer Hope Longenecker: For Parents Walking Alongside Adolescents with an Eating Disorder

What do you do when the child you love is struggling with an eating disorder—and you feel helpless, afraid, and completely alone?
In this heartfelt episode of Saved and Strong, host Carrie Watts sits down with author, certified mental health coach, and fellow parent Jennifer Hope Longenecker to discuss her powerful new book, Held in the Dark: A Guide for Parents Walking Alongside Adolescents with Eating Disorders to be released August, 2026. Join Jennifer's email newsletter for updates on her book launch. See her website for more information. 
Jennifer shares the deeply personal story behind the book, born from her own family's journey through the painful and often isolating reality of an adolescent eating disorder. Rather than offering a clinical checklist, Jennifer provides something many parents desperately need—a compassionate companion for the journey. She addresses the fear, grief, guilt, confusion, and hope that parents experience while walking beside a child in recovery.
In this episode, you'll learn:
• Ways to support your child • The importance of building a professional treatment team• Finding hope in the midst of uncertainty and darkness• How faith can provide an anchor during difficult seasons of parenting
Whether your family is facing an eating disorder diagnosis, supporting a loved one in recovery, or simply seeking to better understand the challenges adolescents face today, this conversation offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and hope.
Jennifer reminds us that while recovery is rarely a straight path, no parent has to walk it alone. Held in the Dark serves as a guide, a companion, and a reminder that there is hope even in the hardest seasons.
Connect with Jennifer Hope Longenecker
Website: www.jenniferhopelongenecker.comInstagram: @jenniferhopelongeneckerEmail: jennifer@jenniferhopelongenecker.com
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Remember: Your story isn't over. There is hope, even in the dark.
— Carrie WattsAuthor • Speaker • Podcaster • Writing Coach"Helping women turn their stories into messages of hope."
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Messy Mourning: Hope for Mothers Grieving the Loss of a Child by Suicide with Author Jackie M. Baker

Grief is rarely neat, predictable, or easy to navigate. In this heartfelt episode of Saved and Strong, Carrie Watts welcomes author, storyteller, and pediatric nurse practitioner Jackie M. Baker for an honest conversation about loss, faith, and finding hope in life's most difficult moments.
Jackie's debut book, Messy Mourning: Hope for Mothers Grieving the Loss of a Child by Suicide, was written to walk alongside mothers facing one of life's deepest sorrows. Through compassionate reflection, personal experience, and unwavering faith, Jackie offers comfort, understanding, and hope to grieving hearts.
Rather than providing easy answers, she creates space for the heartbreak, questions, love, and longing that often accompany profound loss.
Together, Carrie and Jackie discuss:
• Navigating grief when life doesn't make sense
• The unique pain of losing a child
• Faith in the midst of unanswered questions
• How God meets us in broken places
• Finding purpose and hope after tragedy
• Why sharing our stories helps others heal If you or someone you love is walking through grief, this conversation will remind you that you are not alone and that hope can still be found, even in the messiest seasons of life.
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Can I Read the Bible on My Own? Finding Confidence in God's Word with Angie Baughman

Have you ever opened your Bible and wondered, Am I doing this right?
On this episode of Saved and Strong, host Carrie Watts welcomes Angie Baughman, Bible teacher, creator of The Step By Step Bible Study Method, host of the Understand Your Bible Podcast, and founder of Steady On Ministries, for an encouraging conversation about learning to study God's Word with confidence.
Many women love the Bible but feel intimidated when it comes to reading and understanding Scripture on their own. They depend on devotionals, study guides, or teachers because they're afraid they'll miss something important. Angie shares why God never intended for His children to approach His Word with fear or uncertainty.
Our conversation went deep fast. Angie shares her personal saved and strong story. Not only is she is spiritually strong after an early call on her life, but she is also physically and mentally strong after healing from two very difficult events. Angie shares vulnerably in this conversation. 
Together, Carrie and Angie discuss:
✨ Can Christians really study the Bible without a teacher or study guide?
✨ Simple, practical steps for personal Bible study
✨ Why confidence in God's Word grows through consistency
✨ Overcoming trauma and feelings of inadequacy
✨ How to move from hesitation to a deeper relationship with God through His Word
Angie's heart is to help women discover that they don't need a seminary degree, a perfect plan, or someone else's permission to engage Scripture. God has already provided everything they need to begin.
If you've ever felt unsure, inconsistent, or overwhelmed in your Bible study journey, this episode will encourage you to take the next step and trust that God will meet you there.
About Angie Baughman
Angie Baughman is a Bible teacher, speaker, creator of The Step By Step Bible Study Method, host of the Understand Your Bible Podcast, and founder of Steady On Ministries. Through her teaching, Angie equips women to confidently engage God's Word for themselves and develop a faith that remains steady in every season of life.
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Shine with Frannie Foltz, Author, Speaker, Podcast Host, and Coach

Top favorite Saved and Strong Podcast here > I’m joined by the hilarious, faith-filled, and joyfully authentic Frannie Foltz! 💛
Frannie is a Christian author, speaker, podcast host, and encourager on a mission to help women stop performing and start PURPOSEFULLY shining. 🌟
In this powerful and laughter-filled conversation, we talk about:
✨ Discovering your God-given gifts✨ Trading confusion for clarity✨ Living boldly in your calling✨ Showing up online authentically✨ Why humor and holiness can absolutely coexist✨ Letting go of performance and embracing purpose
Frannie’s heart for helping women live fully and abundantly is contagious, and this episode will leave you encouraged, inspired, and ready to SHINE. ☀️
A former educator turned entrepreneur, Frannie blends humor, hope, and biblical Truth to help others discover their God-given gifts, embrace their true identity, and live with purpose and joy.
Through her signature workshops and retreats, books, and The Shine with Frannie Show podcast, Frannie encourages others to trade performance for purpose and confusion for clarity so they can live boldly and empowered in their calling—because life is meant to be lived fully and abundantly!
Frannie is a proud mama to Kora, her spunky senior rescue Yorkie, and when she’s not writing or speaking, you’ll likely find her chasing adventure, collecting passport stamps, or basking in the sun with a good book or podcast playing in her airpods.
She's never met a stranger! 
Connect with her–
The Shine with Frannie Show anywhere you listen to podcasts
To learn more about her programs and coaching, visit www.shinewithfrannie.com
+ You can download a free copy of her first book and purchase a copy of her latest book, Holy & Hilarious,  here
If you're wanting to shine online using short form videos, AKA reels, Frannie has a free guide: Unlock Your Social Media Superpower with Reels! Click here for instant access! 
To book Frannie for a podcast or other speaking engagement, email her at frannie@shinewithfrannie.com
And social media is where Frannie likes to get to know YOU! Visit her here on Instagram and here on Facebook
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Firm Foundation: Resilience After Trauma with Bonnie S. McDonald

🎙️ Saved and Strong Podcast with Carrie Watts On this episode of Saved and Strong, Carrie Watts welcomes Bonnie Shue McDonald for a powerful conversation about healing, hope, and rebuilding life after trauma.
📘 As the author of Firm Foundation: Resilience After Trauma, Bonnie shares her heart and wisdom on what it means to stand strong when life shakes the ground beneath you.
Trauma can leave us feeling broken, uncertain, and simply trying to survive—but healing is possible, and resilience can be built.
✨ Together, Carrie and Bonnie discuss faith, restoration, and how God can establish a firm foundation even in life’s hardest seasons. If you've ever walked through heartbreak, loss, or trauma, this conversation offers hope that your story isn’t over.
🎧 In this episode you'll discover:
• 💪 What resilience looks like after trauma
• ⚓ How faith becomes an anchor in difficult seasons
• ❤️ Encouragement for rebuilding after pain
• 🌱 Why your story doesn’t end with what happened to you Because what shakes us doesn’t have to define us. God is still building.
📖 Learn how to cultivate resilience after trauma with insights from Bonnie McDonald. Trauma can leave deep scars, affecting our daily lives and mental health. But how can we find resilience and healing in the aftermath? In this episode, we explore insights from Bonnie McDonald, who shares her journey of faith, healing, and the transformative power of prayer.
🌟 Bonnie McDonald is not only an author but also a beacon of hope for many. Her upcoming book, releasing June 18, 2026, dives into her personal experiences and offers guidance for others navigating trauma.
📝 Bonnie’s journey to writing her book began in 2014 when she felt a divine nudge to share her story. After a traumatic event where her 14-year-old son suffered cardiac arrest, Bonnie embarked on a healing journey that eventually led her to write A Firm Foundation: Resilience After Trauma. Writing wasn't just a task—it became a means of processing grief and sharing hope.
💬 "I want to help other people who are facing hardship and struggling with healing."
🙏 Bonnie’s faith has played a crucial role in her resilience. She emphasizes prayer and trusting God's plan: "With God, anything is possible."
🌿 Cultivating Resilience Through Daily Practices
✨ Daily Prayer — Connect with God consistently
📓 Gratitude Journaling — Shift focus from pain toward gratitude
🤝 Community Engagement — Find support among people who share your values
🙏 The Impact of Prayer on Healing Bonnie shares: "I write in my journal as letters to God, documenting not only my requests but also the answers I receive." This practice helps recognize God's presence and strengthens faith.
❓ What is A Firm Foundation: Resilience After Trauma about? This book details Bonnie McDonald’s personal journey through trauma and offers insights for finding resilience through faith and community.
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🌐 Website: www.bonniesmcdonald.com
📸 Instagram: @bonnieshuemcdonald
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Angela Butler, Host of the The Christian Woman Rising Podcast

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On this episode of Saved and Strong, I sit down with Angela Butler, host of the Christian Woman Rising Podcast, to talk about faith, encouragement, and the importance of building a strong community of women who are living boldly and excitedly for Christ. Angela’s heart for women shines through everything she does as she helps create and cultivate a stronger community of believers who are rising above fear, growing in purpose, and walking confidently in their God-given calling. This conversation is filled with wisdom, hope, and practical encouragement for women who are ready to stop shrinking back and start stepping fully into the life God has called them to live.
Angela is hosting the Prayer and Praise Break in Jackson, Mississippi on September 24th. The early bird sign ups start June 1st.
Follow her on Facebook at Angela Butler for more updates coming soon!
✨ You’ll be reminded that you don’t have to walk this journey alone.
✨ God still uses ordinary women for extraordinary purposes.
✨ Your faith can rise stronger through every challenge.
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Choosing True Life: 30 Foundational Choices for a Life Transformed with Author, Holly Compton

🎙️ Saved and Strong Podcast | Featuring Holly Compton
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On this powerful episode of Saved and Strong, we welcome author, speaker, and faith-filled encourager Holly Compton 
Holly shares her new released book, Choosing TRUE LIFE: 30 Foundational Choices for a Life Transformed. Join her launch team: https://forms.gle/vQVHkXYi4zfeD3BW7
Her book birthed out of her deeply personal journey of surrender, healing, and stepping boldly into God’s calling. What began as a quiet nudge from God became a life of purpose—writing, speaking, and helping others walk in truth and freedom.
In this conversation, we talk about:✨ Saying “yes” to God even when it’s uncomfortable✨ Releasing control and trusting His plan✨ Finding strength in life’s hardest seasons✨ Turning your story into a testimony that helps others heal
This episode is for the woman who knows she’s called to more—but feels stuck, uncertain, or afraid to take the next step. Holly’s story will remind you that obedience leads to breakthrough, and your story matters.
🎧 Tune in and be reminded: You are being strengthened for a purpose.
🔗 Connect with Holly Compton:🌐 Website: www.HollyCompton.com 
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Charlsie Estess's Journey: Stepping Into Her Calling as an Author

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On to the show! On this episode of Saved and Strong, author Charlsie Estess shares how her unexpected transition out of corporate finance and into writing wasn’t a career move. It was a calling from God.
What began as a simple, obedient “yes” to God’s invitation to write has unfolded into something far greater than she imagined: a completed book, representation by an agent, and a publishing contract. Charlsie’s story is a powerful reminder that when we follow God in faith—even when the path feels uncertain—He is faithful to guide every step.
In this conversation, you’ll hear how surrender, trust, and obedience opened doors she never could have planned on her own. If you’ve been feeling a nudge toward something new but aren’t sure how it will all come together, this episode will encourage you to take the next faithful step.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
What it looks like to say “yes” to God before knowing the outcome
How obedience can lead to unexpected opportunities
The courage it takes to leave security and follow your calling
Why your gifts are meant to be stewarded, not hidden
✨ Your obedience today could be the beginning of something eternal.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Charlsie C Estess06:24 The Journey to Authorship09:06 Choosing a Niche in Writing11:48 Faith and Writing: A Personal Journey14:02 Daily Practices for Spiritual Growth16:45 Creativity and Writing Process19:00 Building a Story: The Author's Craft21:27 Overcoming Doubts and Fears24:04 The Role of Community in Writing26:38 Advice for Aspiring Authors29:32 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement40:50 Podcast intro (3).mp4
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Melody R. Fields, Author of Light Up The Darkness: Breaking the Grip of Fear & Depression

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In this heartfelt interview, Melody Fields shares her personal journey through depression and overwhelm, how her faith helped her find healing, and offers practical advice for others facing similar struggles. Discover how community, biblical truth, and writing can be powerful tools for overcoming darkness and lighting the way for others.
Key topics:
Personal journey through depressionThe role of faith and biblical truth in healingThe importance of community and sharing strugglesWriting as a tool for healing and purpose
Sound bites:
"The truth will set you free""It's never too late to fulfill your dream"
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Light Up the Darkness06:23 Melody's Journey Through Depression10:20 The Importance of Community13:39 Writing the Book: A Healing Process17:10 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome20:52 Future Writing Aspirations22:52 Advice for Aspiring Writers28:23 Finding Hope and Healing31:59 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement34:18 Podcast intro (3).mp4
 Key Verse : Psalm 46:10 "He said, 'Be Still and Know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.' " 
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The Pivot Principle with Dr. Shelley Kemp

In this inspiring conversation, host Carrie Watts sit down with Dr. Shelley Kemp to explore her powerful faith journey and the message behind her new book, The Pivot Principle. Shelley shares how her son's accident and miraculous healing played a primary role in spring boarding the idea for her leadership talks and book. She shares from lived experience how to navigate seasons of change, uncertainty, and chaos through faith, intentional routines, and trust in God’s timing.
Dr. Kemp shares practical strategies for managing life’s unexpected turns while staying grounded in purpose. Through her personal story and spiritual insight, she offers encouragement for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or called into something new.
🔑 Key Topics
The origin and application of The Pivot Principle
Dr. Kemp’s personal faith journey and spiritual growth
Practical strategies for managing change and uncertainty
The story behind her book and upcoming events
Integrating faith, leadership, and discernment in everyday life
🎯 Action Steps
Practice the five daily habits of the Pivot Routine to manage chaos
Share your faith openly to build authentic connections
Use your valley seasons to grow stronger—God is still at work
Trust God’s timing for breakthroughs and miracles
Write your story to inspire others walking a similar path
💬 Sound Bites
“God plants flowers in the valley.”“God is the God of miracles.”“God keeps His promises.”
⏱️ Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Shelley Kemp and The Pivot Principle04:36 Faith Journey and Personal Transformation10:53 Navigating Life’s Challenges and Trusting God16:15 The Pivot Principle: Lessons from a Personal Story22:04 Embracing Change and New Opportunities25:52 Integrating Faith in Professional Life26:20 Embracing Purpose and Impact26:50 Communication in Times of Struggle29:08 Personal Stories of Faith and Trust31:20 Finding Strength in Hardship33:43 Who This Message Is For36:54 Balancing Life and Writing40:03 God’s Timely Miracles
🔗 Resources & Links
🌐 Website: https://shelleykemp.com
📘 The Pivot Principle (Amazon): https://a.co/d/03ZTQ9Pd
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LinkedIn: Dr. Shelley Kemp, SHRM-SCP, Ed.D
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