My Southern Godmother
My Southern Godmother is a cross-generational, faith-based podcast designed to help you navigate the ups and downs of life. Hosted by Debbie French (70-something) and Jena Dunay (30-something).
We'll learn what it looks like to walk with Jesus through all seasons of life - from those that have lived it. So if you’re feeling discouraged in this season. Or you’re looking for some encouragement. Or just some inspiration to re-engage your faith.
You’ve come to the right place. Welcome to My Southern Godmother.
Episodes
41 episodes
How to Navigate Change with Peace and not Anxiety
Change is inevitable… but bitterness doesn’t have to be.In this episode, Jenna and Debbie talk about what it looks like to respond to change with faith—especially when it’s unwanted, unexpected, or uncomfortable. Debbie shares a vulnerab...
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Episode 40
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39. How to Stop Making Life About You (Philippians 2)
In this week’s Philippians study, we’re diving into Philippians 2—the chapter that lovingly (and painfully 😅) calls all of us out:“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or conceit…”We talk about what humility actually looks li...
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Episode 39
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38. What is Spiritual Warfare (and What to Do About It)
Spiritual warfare can sound intense… but it’s also incredibly practical.In today’s episode, Debbie and I break down what spiritual warfare actually is, what the Bible says about it, and what to do when you feel stuck, anxious, ...
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Episode 38
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37. Here's How to Keep a Heavenly Perspective (Philippians 1)
Life is still hard — even when you’ve walked with Jesus for a long time.In this episode, Jena and Debbie settle into a real, honest conversation about the season they’re in right now — motherhood messes, busy weeks, Scripture, and the ch...
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Episode 38
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36. The Worship Songs that Change Our Lives
Some songs are just… songs.And then there are the ones that mark you forever. In this episode, Jena and Debbie swap stories about the worship songs that literally stopped them in their tracks - pulling over on country roads, kne...
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Episode 37
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35. Debbie Said "Send Me" to God & Almost Sold Her House: What Happened Next Will Surprise You
What happens when you tell God “I’ll go anywhere. I’ll do anything” — and mean it?In this episode, Debbie shares one of the most pivotal stories of her life. After a sermon on Romans 12, she and her husband stood up in church an...
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Episode 36
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34. Finding Peace When Life is Chaotic
If life feels like a lot right now, you’re not alone. Between travel, kids out of rhythm, tech chaos, exhaustion, and trying to hold everything together, Jena and Debbie sit down to process a month that felt like too much — and to read...
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Episode 35
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33. WE ARE NOW ON YOUTUBE!
It has been a journey y'all! But we are finally here. After months of planning, loads of tech issues....we've finally launched the video version of the My Southern Godmother podcast on YouT...
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Episode 34
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32. How to Break Generational Curses and Build a New Legacy
Have you ever wondered why certain patterns seem to run in your family—fear, anxiety, striving, or even silence around faith? And have you ever hoped, deep down, “Lord, let it stop with me”?In this episode we talk about generational curs...
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Episode 33
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34:23
31. Listen if You Feel (Way Too) Busy
Do you ever feel like you’re too busy for Jesus… but also too tired to do anything about it?This week we dive into the story of Martha and Mary in Luke 10:38–42 and talk about what it really looks like to “choose the better part” ...
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Episode 32
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30. The Funniest Scripture (Debbie's Version)
What if the best years of your life are still ahead of you?This week on My Southern Godmother, Debbie shares a story (and a hilarious but powerful scripture from Joshua) that completely shifted her perspective when she thought G...
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Episode 31
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29. The Secret to Contentment (Even in Hard Seasons)
Ever wondered how Paul could say, “I’ve learned to be content in all circumstances”… while sitting in prison?This week on My Southern Godmother, Debbie and I dig into what true biblical contentment really means....and h...
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Episode 30
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33:25
REPLAY: Listen if You're Feeling Anxious
To be honest friends, Debbie and I had some scheduling issues and couldn't get out our new episode in time this week.BUT! We wanted to reshare one of our most popular episodes from the past year. This episode is r...
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Episode 29
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28. What To Do With Unanswered Prayers
Have you ever felt like your prayers were just… bouncing off the ceiling?Same.This week on My Southern Godmother, Debbie and I dive into the real talk of unanswered prayers: How we wrestle with them, what they re...
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Episode 28
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34:09
27. How to Share the Gospel with Friends (Without it Being Awkward)
Have you ever wanted to tell someone about Jesus but didn’t know how to start?You’re not alone. I didn’t grow up knowing how to share my faith. I worried about saying the wrong thing… offending someone… or messing it up completely.
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Episode 27
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26. Listen If You've Ever Hated Your Body
When I was in college, I thought about my body constantly.Am I pretty enough? Skinny enough? Worthy enough?For over a decade, I let those questions define how I saw myself and how I showed up in the world. The scale became my mirr...
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Episode 26
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25. Yikes! Do I REALLY Need to Submit to My Husband?
Honestly, I hate the word submission. So I asked Debbie about it.In this week’s episode of My Southern Godmother, Debbie and I get into it. What does biblical submission actually look like in a healthy marriage? How does mutual ...
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Episode 25
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24. How to Forgive People Who Never Say Sorry
There’s a verse in Matthew that hit me like a ton of bricks:“But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.” (Matthew 6:15)I had to ask Debbie if that...
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Episode 24
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30:40
23. The Most Embarrassing Way I’ve Judged Someone (And What It Taught Me)
I’m not proud of it - but I’ve judged people for things I had no business judging.And wouldn’t you know… it came right back around. 😬This week on My Southern Godmother, Debbie and I talk about the kind of judgment Jesus w...
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Episode 23
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22. Listen If Someone's Comment from Years Ago Still Stings
We’ve all had something said to us that stuck.Sometimes it was life-giving.Other times? It became a label we’ve carried for years.This week on My Southern Godmother, Jena and Debbie talk about the power of words - how th...
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Episode 22
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32:45
21. Safe, Seen & Loved: What Every Woman Needs to Hear
Sometimes, it’s hard to believe that God actually loves us.We say it. We sing it. We know the verses. But deep down? Many of us still wrestle to believe it’s true—for us.This week on My Southern Godmot...
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Episode 21
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31:17
20. Do You Need Help Believing in Jesus?
We believe a crazy thing. We believe that a man died on a cross to save us from our sins and then three days later he rose from the dead to conquer death. It's a crazy thing. But if we really believe that.......
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Episode 20
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31:42
19. What to Do When the Storms of Life Come
Are you in the middle of a hard time? Maybe it's financial uncertainty. A health crisis. Job loss. A friendship that feels beyond repair. Most times, we can't predict when the storms will arise, but we can prepare for how we will re...
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Episode 19
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18. Our First Guest! Having Faith Amidst a Health Crisis
What an episode!We bring our first guest Southern Godmother on the podcast - Maria - to talk through her cancer journey and how the Lord was near through it all.Even if you aren't in the midst of a health crisis, this episode wil...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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