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God-Sized Stories with Patricia HolbrookAuthor: Patricia Holbrook
This podcast features columnist Patricia Holbrook's interviews with Christian leaders, authors, movie producers and actors, as well as ordinary believers whose faith and life story will encourage you to remain strong in your faith and boldly step into your God-sized dreams. Among others, Patricia has interviewed Jim Caviezel, Max Lucado, Lee Strobel, the Kendrick Brothers, Priscilla Shirer, and Francine Rivers for her YouTube channel and her interviews are also available on this podcast.Patricia Holbrook is an author and faith column for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the largest newspaper in the South, reaching 2.3 million readers in Georgia, Alabama and north of Florida. She is also a guest writer for Christian magazines and blogs, and a content contributor for iDisciple, the popular app engaging more than 160,000 subscribers daily around the globe. You will find her book, bible studies and other writings on her website: www.soaringwithHim.com. Language: en-us Genres: Film Interviews, Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality, TV & Film Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Believing God’s Truth Over The World’s Lies
Episode 2
Sunday, 25 January, 2026
Send us a textIn this heartfelt conversation, Patricia Holbrook welcomes Brendt Blanks, author, content creator, and former marriage and family therapist, to share her powerful journey from counseling in hospitals to building a thriving faith-based lifestyle brand ("She Gave It A Go") and publishing her new devotional book, "Listen Closer." The episode dives into navigating grief, finding purpose in pain, and reframing negative thoughts with the truth of God’s Word.Key Topics Covered:- Navigating seasons of loss, grief, and family challenges- The story behind "She Gave It A Go" and how a simple phrase and leap of faith led to a new career- The importance of making meaning from pain- Reframing negative thought patterns using practical, biblical techniques- Examples from motherhood and daily life about changing your mindset- How "Listen Closer" helps women identify and replace 31 common lies with God's truth- The power of speaking and meditating on Scripture over your circumstances- Overcoming fear, anxiety, and self-doubt in the pursuit of your calling- Encouragement for listeners to take bold steps of faith ("Give it a go!")Guest Bio:Brendt Blanks spent 17 years as a licensed marriage and family therapist before launching "She Gave It A Go," a home and faith-focused lifestyle brand with a major online following. Her experiences through personal hardship, professional burnout, and spiritual growth led her to write "Listen Closer," a devotional helping women fight the lies of the world with God’s truths.Connect and Learn More:Visit Brendt’s website: SheGaveItAGo.comEnter the book giveaway via Patricia’s show notes: https://kingsumo.com/g/1rjew93/listen-closer-believing-gods-truth-over-the-worlds-lies-by-brendt-blanksPurchase "Listen Closer:” https://amzn.to/4pVFzTKSubscribe, like, and comment to share how God’s truth has helped you reframe your own thoughts and challenges.Tag someone who needs encouragement to “give it a go” in their faith journey!Support the showClick on the link above to support us and help keep this show going!Click on the links to connect with Patricia on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube
