“Truth Topics” Session Descriptions

September 17th

When Anxiety Whispers in Your Ear – Learning How to Listen to Our Bodies Warning System

Tara Smith

Jesus tells us: “Do not worry”. But that seems like an impossible command! In a world filled with thing to worry about, was Jesus just being hyperbolic? Or is it truly possible to live a life free of worry? The key to understanding may just lie in an unexpected source: anxiety. This breakout will give you tools for recognizing how your body is equipped with a God-given indicator system for when worry and shame have started calling the shots.

October 15th

When It Hurts to Hope – Finding God’s Mercy in Lament

Robbin Howey

Loss is part of every life. Sometimes it comes through death, but often it arrives in quieter ways—through disappointment, change, broken relationships, unmet expectations, or the ending of something we loved. We know we're supposed to "trust God," but we don't always know what to do with the ache in between.

Scripture offers us something our culture often overlooks: the gift of lament. Lament is not the opposite of faith; it is one of faith's deepest expressions. It is the language of people who bring their honest questions, sorrow, and confusion into the presence of a God who welcomes them.

Together we'll explore what the Bible teaches about lament and discover how naming our grief can become the very place where hope begins to take root.

November 19th

Did God Design the Body to Keep the Score – How the Body, Brain, & Bible Together Reveal Pathways of Healing

Tracy Johnson

Modern neuroscience has revealed what Scripture has whispered all along: our bodies hold memory, pain, and the possibility of redemption. Did God Design the Body to Keep the Score? invites ministers, lay leaders, and caregivers to explore how trauma science and biblical wisdom converge, offering a deeper understanding of God’s holistic design for healing.

Through engaging teaching, story, and practical tools, participants will discover how to honor the body as a sacred witness, create safe spaces for healing, and cultivate practices that restore dignity and hope. Whether you serve in ministry, counseling, or spiritual direction, this session will equip you to integrate faith and embodied wisdom for the flourishing of your community.

January 14th

From Forgiven to Forgiving – What Forgiveness Is, What It Isn’t & How It Affects All of Life

Vicki Deimert

In From Forgiven to Forgiving, you'll discover what biblical forgiveness truly is—and what it isn't. You'll learn why forgiveness is not the same as reconciliation, trust, excusing abuse, or pretending the pain didn't matter. Together, we'll explore how God's invitation to forgive is never an invitation to ignore your wounds.

Through biblical teaching, practical examples, and trauma-informed insights, you'll gain a framework for understanding forgiveness that honors both truth and grace. You'll leave with greater clarity, freedom from false guilt, and practical next steps for walking toward healing while holding onto wisdom, healthy boundaries, and hope.

February 18th

Whole Peace in a Fractured World – How Women Lead the Way Back to God’s Original Design

Lisa Jernigan

From the beginning, women were created in God’s image with voice, wisdom, and authority. Throughout history, women have been the bridge builders, healers, and restorers - mending what is broken and calling communities back to wholeness.

In this session, we’ll explore how women today can reclaim that identity and lead in ways that bring peace and flourishing in a fractured world. Together, we’ll look at:

• Why women’s voices are essential to God’s design for wholeness.
• How peacemaking is not passive but a courageous act of restoration.
• What it means to stand in your God-given identity and lead with      influence.

This is an invitation to show up, stand up, and use your voice for healing and hope. Whole Peace begins with women who are willing to step into their calling as restorers and leaders for our time.

March 18th

Wise as Serpents, Gentle as Doves – Thriving in the Presence of Difficult People

Stephanie Brewer

Every woman has encountered a “villain” at some point—whether in the workplace, family, ministry, or daily life. These are the challenging personalities who drain our energy, test our patience, and often cause us to question our worth, voice, or boundaries. This session invites women into a biblically grounded conversation about how to navigate those relationships with wisdom, grace, and spiritual authority.

Drawing from the speaker’s forthcoming book, Villains in the Corner Office, and rooted in Matthew 10:16, this talk explores real-world strategies for staying emotionally and spiritually grounded when facing controlling, manipulative, or difficult people. Using relatable examples and biblical parallels (like Saul, Jezebel, and the Pharisees), participants will discover how to:

• Set Godly boundaries without guilt
• Cultivate discernment without becoming bitter
• Maintain peace without losing power
• Respond wisely while staying gentle-hearted

With a blend of humor, Scripture, personal stories, and practical tools, this session will equip women of all ages and backgrounds to show up strong, stay centered in Christ, and thrive—even in the presence of wolves.

Why It Resonates:
Women across generations and life stages are navigating complex relationships—in leadership, caregiving, marriage, ministry, and beyond. This session speaks to the silent struggle many face: how to be Christlike without being crushed. It offers validation, wisdom, and real help for walking in both spiritual strength and emotional wholeness.

If you've ever wondered, "Why does it still hurt if I've already forgiven?" or felt guilty because you feel like you can’t forgive, this session is for you.