In this episode of the "Between the Now and the Next" podcast, host Heather Justice has a heartfelt conversation with Author of the recently released book, Growing Up Saved, Kristen LaValley, about the deep truths about faith, mental health, and the power of genuine friendship. Kristen shares her journey of faith unraveling, her ADHD diagnosis, and the sacred moments of healing she experienced, all grounded in God's relentless love and delight in who we are.

Instagram: @kristen.lavalley

Website: www.kristenlavalley.com

Growing Up Saved: https://amzn.to/4cbAx1T (commission earned)

Publisher’s website: https://www.tyndale.com/authors/kristen-lavalley/15819

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Author, speaker, and host of the podcast, Between the Now and the Next, Heather Justice, shares conversations with authors of newly released books, and has discussions with people about faith and the waiting periods they experience in their lives. Here, we become friends and help one another navigate life’s in between moments.

Get Heather’s Book: https://amzn.to/4sm36Q6 – Healing on the Horizon: A 90-Day Devotional Journey to Understand and Heal Your Heart, Mind, and Soul from Emotional Abuse

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In today’s episode, I have a powerful conversation with Amanda Hayhurst where we explore topics such as shame, identity, and the importance of community and discipleship. We discuss the impact of fatherhood on identity, and the need for outreach to women in need. The conversation emphasizes the power of encouragement, the significance of building relationships, and the journey of faith filled with twists and turns. We touch the importance of authentic community, how to build relationships in unlikely places, the power of our testimonies, and the significance of feeling pain to find God in difficult times.

Instagram: @amandahayhurstwritesWebsite: https://www.amandahayhurstwrites.com/

Purchase her books: Pray for Her and Pray for Him (commissions earned)

Get Amanda’s FREE Scripture Guide HERE. . . . .

Author, speaker, and host of the podcast, Between the Now and the Next, Heather Justice, shares conversations with authors of newly released books, and has discussions with people about faith and the waiting periods they experience intheir lives. Here, we become friends and help one another navigate life’s in between moments.

Get Heather’s Book – Healing on the Horizon: A 90-Day Devotional Journey to Understand and Heal Your Heart, Mind, and Soul from Emotional Abuse

Heather’s Website: www.heathernjustice.com . . . . .

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In today’s episode, I talk with Ashley Morgan Jackson, an author and social media strategist, about her journey of faith, writing, and helping women find their identity in Christ. We discuss the importance of wrestling with God, the storyof Jacob, and the challenges of seeking validation from others. Ashley shares insights from her book Tired of Trying and emphasizes the significance of community and encouragement in the faith journey. Our conversation highlights the beauty of discovering God's love, the transformative power of sharing His word with others, and what taking one step of obedience towards the Lord can look like!

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Instagram (personal): @ashley.morgan.jackson

Instagram (business): @calledtobuild

Ashley's Website

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Author, speaker, and host of the podcast, Between the Now and the Next, Heather Justice, shares conversations with authors of newly released books, and has discussions with people about faith and the waiting periods they experience in their lives. Here, we become friends and help one another navigate life’s in between moments.

Get Heather’s Book – Healing on the Horizon: A 90-Day Devotional Journey to Understand and Heal Your Heart, Mind, and Soul from Emotional Abuse

Heather’s Website: www.heathernjustice.com

Spread the Word. Leave a Rating and Review.

It would mean so much to me if you would⁠ rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts and leave a brief review⁠! Don’t have Apple Podcasts? That’s ok! You can do the same on ⁠Spotify⁠! Your ratings and reviews help to spread the word to new friends! And your feedback lets me know how I can be a better host. When you’re listening to the podcast, it’s like I’m inviting you to into my home, so I want to do all of the things to make our time together feel welcoming and warm and fuzzy!

Between the Now and the Next Podcast is officially launching on Tuesday, June 3, 2025! You don't want to miss out on season one and all of the amazing guests I have lined up for this season!

Until next time, keep living between the now and the next!

In this conversation, Kaley and I discuss the challenges of navigating the holiday season, the complexities of social media and self-publishing, and the importance of vulnerability in writing and worship. They explore personal struggles, the impact of mental health on creativity, and the significance ofauthenticity in worship. The discussion also delves into the meaning of Advent, the concept of slow miracles, and the importance of studying the Bible in daily life. We discuss how the Advent season serves as a reminder of hope and theactive role we can take in our spiritual journeys. Kaley shares her insights on gratitude as a transformative practice and the necessity of being intentional in our daily lives. The discussion also touches on the challenges of balancing busy lives while maintaining a focus on faith and community.

Instagram: @kriverathompson

Website: ⁠https://www.kriverathompson.com/#/⁠

Kaley’s Advent Devotional: ⁠https://amzn.to/3XDKq0i⁠ (commission earned)

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Author, speaker, and host of the podcast, Between the Now and the Next, Heather Justice, shares conversations with authors of newly released books, and has discussionswith people about faith and the waiting periods they experience in their lives. Here, we become friends and help one another navigate life’s in between moments.

Get Heather’s ⁠Book⁠ – Healing onthe Horizon: A 90-Day Devotional Journey to Understand and Heal Your Heart, Mind, and Soul from Emotional Abuse

Heather’s Website: ⁠www.heathernjustice.com⁠

Follow Heather on Instagram and Tik Tok: @heathernjustice

Follow Heather on Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/hnjustice⁠

Spread the Word. Leave a Rating and Review.

It would mean so much to me if you would⁠ rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts and leave a brief review⁠! Don’t have Apple Podcasts? That’s ok! You can do the same on ⁠Spotify⁠! Your ratings and reviews help to spread the word to new friends! And your feedback lets me know how I can be a better host. When you’re listening to the podcast, it’s like I’m inviting you to into my home, so I want to do all of the things to make our time together feel welcoming and warm and fuzzy!

In today’s episode, I have a conversation with Ashlee Keene, the creative force behind The Sassy Barn. We discuss Ashlee's journey through personal challenges, including marriage, divorce, and recovery from a nearly 20-year eating disorder. Ashlee shares how these experiences led her to embrace her creativity and start her own business, emphasizing the importance of patience and self-kindness during waiting periods in life. The conversation highlights the joy of DIY projects and the fulfillment she found while pursuing her passions. We wrap up with my favorite question to ask all my guests where Ashlee tells us what advice she would give to her younger self

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Find recipes, DIYs and Ashlee’s shop (https://thesassybarn.com/)

Instagram: @thesassybarn

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Author, speaker, and host of the podcast, Between the Now and the Next, Heather N. Justice, shares conversations with authors of newly released books, and has discussions with people about faith and the waiting periods they experience in their lives. Here, we become friends and help one another navigate life’s in between moments.

Spread the Word. Leave a Rating and Review. It would mean so much to me if you would⁠ rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts and leave a brief review⁠! Don’t have Apple Podcasts? That’s ok! You can do the same on ⁠Spotify⁠! Your ratings and reviews help to spread the word to new friends! And your feedback lets me know how I can be a better host. When you’re listening to the podcast, it’s like I’m inviting you to into my home, so I want to do all of the things to make our time together feel welcoming and warm and fuzzy!

In this episode, I talk with Ara Trembly, a psychotherapist and Christian counselor, about the significance of dreams and their interpretations. We discuss how dreams can be a means of communication from God, the importance of understanding the unconscious mind, and the role of faith in interpreting dreams. Ara shares personal experiences and insights into how dreams can reveal hidden emotions and guide individuals in their lives. The conversation also touches on hypnosis and the interconnectedness of the mind and body.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ara-trembly-102963162

Website: https://www.10-10hypnosis.com

Dreaming God’s Way (book): https://amzn.to/4qsVABH(commission earned)

Author, speaker, and host of the podcast, Between the Now and the Next, Heather Justice, shares conversations with authors of newly released books, and has discussionswith people about faith and the waiting periods they experience in their lives. Here, we become friends and help one another navigate life’s in between moments.

Get Heather’s Book: https://amzn.to/4sm36Q6 – Healing on the Horizon: A 90-Day Devotional Journey to Understand and Heal Your Heart, Mind, and Soul fromEmotional Abuse

Heather’s Website: www.heathernjustice.com

Follow Heather on Instagram and Tik Tok: @heathernjustice

Follow Heather on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hnjustice

Spread the Word. Leave a Rating and Review.

It would mean so much to me if you would⁠ rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts and leave a brief review⁠! Don’t haveApple Podcasts? That’s ok! You can do the same on ⁠Spotify⁠!Your ratings and reviews help to spread the word to new friends! And your feedback lets me know how I can be a better host. When you’re listening to the podcast, it’s like I’m inviting you to into my home, so I want to do all of the things to make our time together feel welcoming and warm and fuzzy!

In this episode, podcast host, Heather Justice, engages with Ashley Armijo and Taylor Krause, the daughters behind the mother-daughter trio of Coffee and Bible Time. They discuss their journey from creating Bible study videos in their bedrooms to building a global ministry that empowers women to delve into scripture. The conversation discusses the significance of their recent books, including The Easy Bible Study Method and The Gospel of John. Ashley shares her personal experience of moving to Puerto Rico to help establish a church, highlighting the emotional and spiritual challenges of waiting for God's direction while balancing family ties and personal aspirations.

Instagram: @coffeeandbibletime

Website: https://coffeeandbibletime.com/

The Gospel of John: https://amzn.to/4sN4Pyu (commissionearned)

The EASY Bible Study Method: https://amzn.to/3YKCHOy(commission earned)

The EASY Bible Study Method Journal: https://amzn.to/4pITSLA (commission earned)

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Author, speaker, and host of the podcast, Between the Now and the Next, Heather Justice, shares conversations with authors of newly released books, and has discussions with people about faith and the waiting periods they experience in their lives. Here, we become friends and help one another navigate life’s in between moments.

Get Heather’s Book: https://amzn.to/4sm36Q6 – Healing on the Horizon: A 90-Day Devotional Journey to Understand and Heal Your Heart, Mind, and Soul from Emotional Abuse

Heather’s Website: www.heathernjustice.comFollow Heather on Instagram and Tik Tok: @heathernjustice

Follow Heather on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hnjustice

Spread the Word. Leave a Rating and Review.

It would mean so much to me if you would⁠ rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts and leave a brief review⁠! Don’t have Apple Podcasts? That’s ok! You can do the same on ⁠Spotify⁠! Your ratings and reviews help to spread the word to new friends! And your feedback lets me know how I can be a better host. When you’re listening to the podcast, it’s like I’m inviting you to into my home, so I want to do all of the things to make our time together feel welcoming and warm and fuzzy!