The Shieldmaidens
Raising up warriors for Christ while standing in the way of the enemy.
Episodes
88 episodes
Worship Is More Than Music: Living a Life That Trusts God
True worship is about so much more than the songs we sing on Sunday... it's about how we trust God in the every day. In this episode of The Shieldmaidens, we're joined by Mike and Kirby Cheeseman, a married couple who serve on the w...
Mental Health or Spiritual Warfare? A Christian Conversation
How should Christians think about mental health? When is counseling helpful? Is medication always the right answer? And how do we discern the difference between a mental health struggle and spiritual warfare? In this episode of The ...
America at 250: Reflecting on God's Faithfulness and Looking Ahead
As America approaches its 250th birthday, it's easy to focus on the challenges, divisions, and uncertainties that surround us. But what happens when we take a moment to look back and recognize God's faithfulness throughout our nation's history?...
Hope After Suicide Loss: A Mother's Story
In this deeply personal episode of The Shieldmaidens, Cheryl shares the story of her son, Erik, and the heartbreaking loss her family experienced when he died by suicide at the age of 36. With honesty, courage, and faith, Cheryl ope...
Delayed Obedience: When Fear Keeps You Stuck
Have you ever felt God calling you to do something, but fear kept getting in the way? In this episode of The Shieldmaidens, Lyndsi shares her journey of being called by God to paint for His glory - and the years she spent running fr...
Jesus Met Me in a Jail Cell - Samantha's Story
Samantha never expected to meet Jesus in a jail cell. After years of hardship, anger, brokenness, and searching for something more, she found herself at one of the lowest points in her life. But it was there, in a place that felt ho...
Jesus Never Asked You To Carry All Of This
Have you ever felt like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders? Anxiety, comparison, worry, fear, unmet expectations - sometimes the burdens we carry become so familiar that we forget we were never meant to bear them alone.&n...
“Sunday Is for Jesus, Not Moms” - Let’s Talk About It
A recent post online claimed churches shouldn’t celebrate Mother’s Day because “Sunday is for Jesus, not moms.” 👀So… should churches avoid honoring individuals altogether? Can we celebrate people without taking the focus off Christ? And ...
The Enemy Doesn’t Fight Fair | Darren’s Story of Freedom in Christ
What happens when the battle is deeper than what can be seen? In this powerful episode of The Shieldmaidens, we sit down with Darren Ricketts as he shares his testimony of finding true freedom in Christ. From spiritual warfare and d...
Don’t Let Critics Steal Your Calling
Some words sting longer than we’d like to admit. In this episode of The Shieldmaidens, we’re opening up about the reality of harsh criticism, online hate, and the cruelty that can live in the comment section. We read real comments, share honest...
From Infertility to Impact: The Story Behind Waiting for Baby Bird
In this episode of The Shieldmaidens, we sit down with Elisha, the heart behind Waiting for Baby Bird, to hear her powerful and deeply personal story.What began as a blog documenting her journey through infertility has grown int...
Missionary Stories They Don’t Tell You: Faith, Sacrifice & Spiritual Warfare
In this episode, we sit down with Dennis and Robin Lannert to hear the real story behind life on the mission field. From powerful moments of faith to the unseen reality of spiritual warfare, Dennis and Robin share what it’s truly li...
What We Didn’t Expect: 18 Months of Faith, Podcasting & Growth
In this episode of The Shieldmaidens Podcast, we’re taking a step back to reflect on the past 18 months of podcasting, growth, and walking with God. We went into this journey with expectations, but God had other plans. F...
Faith in the Shadows: A Jewish Woman’s Journey to Christ
What happens when finding truth could cost you everything? In this powerful episode, we sit down (virtually) with Sandi, who grew up culturally Jewish but encountered Jesus in a deeply personal way at a young age. What followed was ...
Broken Past, Redeemed Future | A Life Transformed by Christ
In this powerful and honest conversation, Dedrick shares his journey from a life marked by instability, rejection, and deep personal struggles... to a life completely transformed by Jesus Christ. From a difficult childhood to broken...
We Started Reading the Bible… Everything Changed
What happens when you truly commit to reading the Bible... not just occasionally, but daily? In this episode, Allie and Drew share their personal story of how turning to Scripture transformed their lives, their faith, and their marr...
Behind the Spotlight with Yung Kriss - Keeping Faith in the Music Industry
What does it look like to follow Jesus in the middle of the music industry?In this episode, we sit down with Christian R&B artist Yung Kriss to examine life behind the spotlight: the highs, the pressures, the temptations, and the mom...
She Spoke God's Word Until Healing Came
In this powerful testimony, Mary Jo shares her incredible story of healing and faith. After facing difficult circumstances in a cancer diagnosis, she discovered the life-changing power of speaking and praying the Word of God over her life. ...
50 Years of Marriage: The Highs, Lows, and God’s Faithfulness Through It All
In this episode, we sit down with Cindy and Tom Scholl; a couple who has spent 50 years walking through life together. They share their story from how they first met, to the places life has taken them, to the highs, the lows, and everything in ...
From Meth Addict to Man of Purpose: How Jesus Changed My Life
For years, JJ lived a double life. Behind closed doors, he battled a hidden meth addiction. One he kept secret from the people who loved him most. Even his wife, Brooke, had no idea the depth of what he was struggling with.
I Put Faith on Trial, and Reason Led Me to God
What if the question “Does God exist?” isn’t just philosophical, but deeply personal? In this powerful testimony, Devin Wilbourn, known across social media as The Quiet Church, shares the journey that changed his life forever.&n...
Christian Hot Takes: Opinion vs. Scripture
Everyone has an opinion... but is it biblical? In this episode, we are joined by our producer Toby to react to real listener submissions and put popular Christian hot takes to the test. Some are encouraging, some are uncomfortable, ...
When the Church Leaves the Building - Matt & Kady's Story
"When church leaves the building" isn't just a catchy phrase... it’s a way of life. In this episode, we sit down with Matt & Kady Woodruff, the founders of Love is the Metric, to hear how God radically changed their lives and bi...