Episodes

Wednesday May 22, 2024
Ep 7: Understanding Intangible Losses and the Impact of Belief with Thera Storm
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Wednesday May 22, 2024
In this conversation, Sandi Derby interviews Thera Storm, a licensed clinical social worker and grief recovery specialist. Thera shares her personal journey and the challenges she faced as a military spouse living in different parts of the world. She discusses the cultural differences in self-description and the impact of identity on her career. Thera also opens up about her passion for grief work and how her own experiences shaped her understanding of loss. She emphasizes the importance of addressing intangible losses and the impact they have on one's identity. The conversation highlights the need for reevaluating trauma and belief systems to heal and reclaim one's true self. In this conversation, Thera and Sandi discuss the impact of internalizing authority figures and the search for validation from narcissistic individuals. They explore the role of core beliefs in pricing and the importance of healing and daily practice. Thera shares her journey of growth and the transformation of her identity. They discuss the power of healing the inner child and finding passion in the process. Thera emphasizes the importance of living with gratitude and confidence and incorporating healing into daily life. They conclude by encouraging listeners to identify their motivations and seek support on their healing journey.
To connect with Thera Storm: https://www.griefrecoverymethod.com/grms/thera-storm
To purchase Sandi's book: www.livingbornagain.com

Wednesday May 15, 2024
Ep: 6 Partnering with God's Heart an Interview with Cody and Tirsha Thornbury
Wednesday May 15, 2024
Wednesday May 15, 2024
Cody and Tirsha Thornbury, lead pastors of Limitless Church, share their journey of faith and the growth of their church. They discuss the unexpected expansion of Limitless Church, including the establishment of a farm and a homeschool hybrid school. They also recount how they met and the impact of their mentor, Kim Clement. Cody and Tirsha emphasize the importance of holding tensions and navigating challenges in their ministry. They highlight the significance of repentance and the power of walking in alignment with God's Word and the Holy Spirit. The conversation concludes with the divine connection between Cody, Tirsha, and Sandi Derby, who specializes in grief recovery and healing deliverance. In this conversation, Cody and Tirsha Thornbury share their experiences of empowering others and the impact of love in action. They discuss their work in South Africa, where they transformed a hospice into a children's village and empowered young adults to pursue education and independence. They also emphasize the importance of balancing big dreams with family and the need to partner with God's heart. The conversation concludes with a prayer for activation and encouragement for listeners to step into their divine destiny.
Connect with Cody and Tirsha: www.limitlesschurchca.com
To purchase Sandi's book: www.livingbornagain.com

Wednesday May 08, 2024
Ep 5: From Darkness to Power an interview with Zach and Vanessa LaFontaine
Wednesday May 08, 2024
Wednesday May 08, 2024
Zach and Vanessa LaFontaine share their journey from a life of darkness and addiction to encountering God's love and transformation. They discuss their experiences with New Age and witchcraft, the struggles they faced in their relationship, and the powerful encounter with Jesus that led to their baptism and the infilling of the Holy Spirit. Through their testimony, they highlight the importance of community and the faithfulness of God in bringing healing and restoration. Zach and Vanessa LaFontaine share their journey of encountering the power of God and the transformation it brought to their lives. They discuss the importance of authority over demons and the excitement of seeing people set free. They emphasize the need for the church to operate in the power of God and the impact it can have on the world. They also highlight the significance of sanctification and holiness in walking in the fullness of God's power. The conversation concludes with a powerful prayer for the listeners to encounter God's love and power.

Wednesday May 01, 2024
Ep 4: The impact of Emotional Health interview with Seth Dahl
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
In this conversation, Seth Dahl owner of Spirit Led Families, Grief Recovery Method Specialist@ and owner of Jesus on Every Screen shares his personal testimony and discusses the importance of emotional health in parenting. He emphasizes the impact of parental influence on a child's perception of God and the need for parents to model a healthy emotional response. Seth also highlights the significance of processing emotions and the role it plays in experiencing God's love and power. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of cultivating emotional health in families to create a strong foundation for children's spiritual development. In this conversation, Seth Dahl and Sandi Derby discuss the importance of engaging the heart in our relationship with God and the impact of grief on emotional connection. They emphasize that going to church should be an expression of love for God, not just a performance. They also highlight the emotive nature of God and the importance of processing emotions. Finally, they provide advice for parents or those considering parenthood, encouraging them to seek emotional healing and engage in grief recovery.
To purchase Sandi's book: www.livingbornagain.com
To connect with Seth Dahl: www.sethdahl.com
Want to go deeper? Join both Sandi and Seth (and others!) for the Global Online Summit 6/4 - 6/7!
www.completewholenesslaboratory.com

Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Ep 3: A Church Kid's Journey an Interview with Austin Noll
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
In this conversation, Austin Noll, author, podcast host and Grief Recovery Specialist discusses his experiences growing up in a fear-based church environment and the impact it had on his relationship with God. He shares how the church's control and shame-based practices affected his view of himself and God. Austin also highlights the lack of freedom to question and the conflation of church authority with God's authority. Overall, Austin's journey highlights the need for a more grace-centered and empowering approach to faith. In this conversation, Austin and Sandi discuss the journey of unraveling from unhealthy religious teachings and the process of healing. They explore the challenges of conforming or pushing against the beliefs imposed by parents and religious institutions. Austin shares his personal journey of questioning and deconstructing his faith, highlighting the importance of differentiating between unhealthy ideas and healthy beliefs. He emphasizes the need to trust oneself and one's discernment, as well as the understanding that God is bigger than the box we put Him in.
You can find Sandi's book here: https://livingbornagain.com
You can connect with Austin here:
https://www.instagram.com/austin_noll
https://www.facebook.com
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-crumpled-papers-podcast/id1659958851

Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Ep2: Deconstructing with Curtis Reed
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Curtis Reed, an Advanced Grief Recovery Method Specialist and Transition Coach, shares his journey of healing and growth. He grew up in a broken home with addicted parents and experienced a toxic and dysfunctional environment. After hitting rock bottom, he found faith and joined a church community that initially provided support and transformation. However, he later discovered the destructive nature of the church's leadership culture, which prioritized performance and control over genuine connection and growth. Curtis learned to separate God from the toxic practices and denounce the harmful behaviors while still loving the people. He emphasizes the importance of healthy boundaries and self-care in spiritual communities. In this conversation, Sandi Derby and Curtis Reed discuss the toxic environments they experienced in a church organization. They talk about the systemic problems that were never addressed, the harm caused to young people, and the pressure to conform and stay silent. They also discuss the process of healing and differentiating between the organization and God. Curtis emphasizes the importance of prioritizing inner healing and separating God from the toxic environment.
Contact Curtis at: curtis@healtattheroot.com
Visit Curtis' website: https://healattheroot.com
Purchase Sandi's book at: https://livingbornagain.com/

Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Ep1: Introduction with Sandi Derby
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
In this conversation, Sandi shares her personal journey of encountering the Father's heart and the transformative power of His love. She discusses her background of abuse and addiction, and how God intervened in her life. Sandi emphasizes the importance of healing and sanctification in the Christian journey, and the need to reflect the Father's heart in our interactions with others. She also highlights the profound ways in which God works in the lives of people from different backgrounds and beliefs. The conversation concludes with an invitation to join Sandi on this journey of discovering the depths of the Father's heart.
You can order Sandi's book here:
https://a.co/d/8zUu1uE

Meet Sandi Derby
Sandi is an Author, Speaker, Trainer for the Grief Recovery Institute®, Life Coach and Spiritual Director.
Yet, titles mean little compared to the testimony of Sandi's life. From severe abuse to addiction to believer to healed and on purpose, Sandi's life is a testimony to the power of the Father's heart!
Join Sandi as she shares from her own experiences, along with amazing and inspiring guests that will equip and encourage you to live a life on purpose. No matter your story or season this podcast will bring hope and healing as a reflection of the Father's heart.