The pain of a spouse dying unexpectedly can be unbearable. Rev Bryant not only experienced this pain, but also lost his son at the same time. His grief sent him down a dark and lonely path, where he did everything he could to ease his pain, but his attempts only made him feel worse. Thankfully, through the help of God, Christian counseling, and his support system, he was able to experience hope, healing and love again. He shares his powerful story on this episode of Faith on the Journey.    Subscribe/Rate   Never miss an episode by hitting the subscribe button RIGHT NOW!  H ..read more

In this episode of Faith on the Journey, host Jocelyn welcomes guest Michael Scholtes, a pastor and author who shares his courageous journey of living with depression while serving as a pastor. Michael opens up about the intersection between mental illness and faith, shedding light on a topic often hidden in the dark. He shares his personal struggle with depression, growing up in a parsonage and being surrounded by faith. This episode is dedicated to pastors who may feel silenced in their own burdens, offering encouragement and understanding. Tune in to hear Michael's powerful story and gain i ..read more

In this episode of Faith on the Journey, host Jocelyn welcomes guest Allicia Johnson-Niles, an author and speaker who shares her powerful story of loss, healing, and faith. Alicia's father was tragically murdered while serving in the U.S. Navy when she was only two years old. Despite the young age at which she experienced this loss, Alicia discusses the lasting impact it had on her life and her journey of healing and finding hope through God. Join Jocelyn and Alicia as they explore why popular grief culture doesn't work for kids.  Podcast Highlights 02:07 Escaping grief and cultural stig ..read more

In this episode of Faith on the Journey, host Jocelyn welcomes Tanya Gioia, a dedicated mother who has experienced the devastating effects of addiction in her family. Tanya shares her story, lessons learned, and how she is now helping others thrive. They discuss the importance of healing for families affected by addiction and the power they hold in the recovery process. Tune in to gain insight and inspiration from Tanya's journey.conversation on faith and healing. Podcast Highlights 01:43 The power of addiction healing. 07:12 The deception and manipulation in marriage.  11:27 Get your co ..read more

In this episode of Faith on the Journey, host Jocelyn interviews Dana S. Diaz, a survivor of narcissistic abuse. Dana shares her personal experiences and discusses how narcissistic abuse can create confusion and conflict within victims. She emphasizes the importance of supporting and empowering survivors and redefines them as "survivors" rather than "victims." Tune in to gain insights into narcissistic abuse and the journey of healing and recovery. Podcast Highlights 00:43 The journey of a survivor of narcissistic abuse. 08:56 The process of ending a long-term narcissistic abuse relationship ..read more

In this episode of Faith on the Journey, host Jocelyn welcomes Reverend Cheryl Kincaid, a Presbyterian minister with a background in marriage and family therapy, to discuss the topic of submission and its potential role in trapping women in violent situations. They explore the importance of addressing this issue and how interpretations of the Bible can be manipulated. Tune in to gain insight into this important topic and learn about resources available for healing and support. Podcast Highlights 02:04 How submission can be used in an unhealthy way. 05:05 God doesn't call people to submit to u ..read more

In this episode of Faith on the Journey, Jocelyn welcomes Kandice Moss, a board certified dance movement psychotherapist and licensed professional counselor. She shares her personal experience with the healing power of dance and movement and discusses her practice and passion for group creative arts therapy and counseling. Tune in to learn more about Candace's inspiring story and the impact of dance on mental health. Podcast Highlights 02:05 Dance as a therapeutic and spiritual outlet.  05:26 What is dance therapy?  07:59 Some of the dance therapy techniques that help individuals in ..read more

Pain doesn't have the power to prevent us from experiencing joy in our lives. As we finish up this series, we will explore how to write a new narrative during times of suffering. Tune in live and bring a friend. Answer the questions in this workbook to set yourself up for success in changing your narrative. Connect on social at https://linktr.ee/jocelynjjones #faithonthejourney #writinganewnarrative Podcast Highlights 01:04 Exploring the universal experience of suffering 05:17 What narrative do we assign to pain and suffering?  07:47 The importance of resilience in the face of unexpected ..read more

We've all heard the saying, "Old habits die hard." This is true for the process of renewing our minds. There are some toxic beliefs that we all have adopted that need to be thrown in the trash, but it's going to take more than willpower to do it. We will explore this and more in Part 3 of this teaching series. Answer the questions in this workbook to set yourself up for success in changing your narrative. Connect on social at https://linktr.ee/jocelynjjones #faithonthejourney #writinganewnarrative Podcast Highlights 02:42 The story of Saul who changed his narrative to Paul 05:40 The need to r ..read more

We all have a narrative, a story that we tell ourselves, that influences how we perceive life. This story shapes the lens through which we view our past, present, and future experiences. It is always playing in the background, like white noise, and over time we can become unaware of its existence. However, it becomes a danger to us and others if the message is shaped by dark, toxic beliefs, values, thoughts, or experiences. That’s why we must learn to examine our narratives so that we can uncover and rid ourselves of any “white noise” that is not in line with God’s Word or plan for our lives ..read more